Newton recently joined other municipalities in Sussex County in hiring an in-house mechanic for fleet vehicle and DPW equipment maintenance and repair after choosing not to renew a contract with an independent repair shop. (Photo by Mandy Coriston) What’s driving mechanics away? A nationwide shortage of auto technicians is impacting our region, leading to a need for increased in-house municipal services,... Local News 27 Nov 2024 | 11:28
Byram Township municipal building (File photo by Vera Olinski) Byram council complains about state mismanagement and overreach The Byram Township Council expressed displeasure with the New Jersey state government at its Dec. 7 meeting, especially pension... Local News 14 Dec 2021 | 08:33
Byram Township municipal buildings (Photo by Vera Olinski) Byram gets roadwork grant but is denied loan for dog park Byram Township will receive a $190,500 roadwork grant, but was denied a CO Johnson Park improvement loan. Township manager... Local News 09 Nov 2021 | 06:52
Byram Township municipal building (Photo by Vera Olinski) Byram hires a financial advisor to show how debt will affect taxpayers The Byram council agreed to hire a financial advisor to help the township manage its debt. On Oct. 5, the council voted 4-1... Local News 14 Oct 2021 | 03:37
Byram Township municipal buildings (Photo by Vera Olinski) Auditor: Byram in a ‘good spot’ financially Township auditor Ray Sarinelli said Byram is in a “good spot” overall, even with Covid-19’s negative impact on revenue. Local News 13 Jul 2021 | 04:41
Byram Township municipal buildings (File photo by Vera Olinski) Byram to hold hearing on allowing gas company to build The Byram Township Council introduced an ordinance on July 6 allowing the New Jersey Natural Gas Company to build, maintain,... Local News 08 Jun 2021 | 06:02
Byram Township municipal buildings Byram adopts $11.9 million budget The Byram Township Council unanimously adopted its $11.9 million municipal budget for 2021. There will be a 0.89 increase... Local News 13 Apr 2021 | 04:31
Council discusses strategic planning, sets goals The Byram Township Council discussed strategic planning and goal setting on Sept. 29, at a special meeting where each official... Local News 05 Oct 2020 | 02:19