The gravestone of Revolutionary War veteran Theodorus Polhemus in the Old Newton Cemetery is decorated as part of Wreaths Across America in December 2018. The gravestone was erected in October 2018 as part of a joint effort of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Sussex County Historical Society and Old Newton Cemetery Committee to locate and mark previously unmarked graves. Polhemus was born in Haverstraw, N.Y., and served as a corporal in the Orange County, N.Y., militia. He died in Newton in 1820. (Photo by Mandy Coriston) 250th celebration begins The signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, gave the United States its official birthday, but that seminal... Local News 17 Apr 2025 | 11:19
Dweezil Zappa brings his ‘Rox(Postroph)y’ Tour to the Newton Theatre on Saturday night. (Photo by Tom Apathy Photography) Zappa, Corbin at Newton Theatre Friday, April 18 Start the evening with a laid-back set by a local favorite: EZ Pete brings his tunes to the Lafayette House,... Entertainment 14 Apr 2025 | 11:23
Veterans appreciation lunch April 23 Sussex County veterans are invited to attend an appreciation luncheon hosted by the Sussex County Department of Health and... Local News 11 Apr 2025 | 07:25
The Minute Man statue in Concord, Mass. (Photo courtesy of Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: The British are coming! Listen, my children, and you shall hear ... On the 18th of April in ’75. “One if by land, two if by sea.” “The shot heard... Columns 11 Apr 2025 | 07:18
454 acres protected in Sussex, Warren The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has preserved one site and supported the protection of two other parcels totaling 454 acres... Local News 07 Apr 2025 | 12:15
Charlie and the Sound Machine plays Saturday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Charlie and the Sound Machine) Sounds of Nashville at local venues Friday, April 11 Ciro Patti kicks off the night with his signature blend of classic rock and soulful covers at 6 p.m. at the... Entertainment 07 Apr 2025 | 09:56
Phil Destefano, a Democrat running for the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners, speaks to the Sussex County Democratic Committee on Sunday, March 23 in Sparta. (Photos by Kathy Shwiff) State, county races contested Democrats are expected to run for two state Assembly seats in Legislative District 24 as well as one seat on the Sussex County... Local News 03 Apr 2025 | 07:46
Only 2 towns have contested primary races Ogdensburg and Stanhope are the only Sussex County towns that will have contested primary elections June 10, according to... Local News 03 Apr 2025 | 07:44
The Fixx will perform Thursday, April 10 at the Newton Theatre. (Photo courtesy of the Fixx) Acoustic sets on stages this week Friday, April 4 John Murphy performs a solo set at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15. John Pabst brings his acoustic... Entertainment 31 Mar 2025 | 10:11
Citizen Scientist sessions at libraries The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) invites the community to celebrate Citizen Science Month with special events throughout... Home 27 Mar 2025 | 05:58
3 Shades of Green will perform at a fundraiser for the Sparta High School baseball team Saturday night at Sparta Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7248. (Photo by Chris Schappert) From swing to a ’50s Sock Hop Friday, March 28 Kick off the weekend with the Shed Band at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15. At 6:30 p.m., One... Entertainment 24 Mar 2025 | 11:05
The Amato Family Band plays Saturday night at Milk Street Distillery in Branchville. (Photo courtesy of the Amato Family Band) Catch the blues at a couple venues Friday, March 21 The final Blues Invitational of the 2025 season starts at 6 p.m. at Blue Arrow Farm, 86 Glenwood Road, Pine... Entertainment 18 Mar 2025 | 11:51
St. Patrick’s Day Parade last year in Port Jervis, N.Y. (Photo by Sammie Finch) 2025 St. Patrick's Day events Spring into celebration: A guide to St. Patrick’s Day events New Jersey Saturday, March 22 34th annual Ringwood St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Traditional Irish Mass at 9 a.m. at St. Catherine’s... Local News 17 Mar 2025 | 03:24
Gracie’s Scholarship is named for Grace Honigsberg, who died in 2022 of injuries from a car accident. (Photo provided) Agriculture scholarships available Multiple scholarship opportunities are available to local students pursuing careers in agriculture. The Sussex County Agricultural... Local News 15 Mar 2025 | 02:22
Sabine Watson, right, president of the German Christmas Market of New Jersey, presents a check to members of Scouting America Troop 150 of Sparta. (Photos by Kathy Shwiff) Nonprofits receive $159,043 The German Christmas Market of New Jersey has given $159,043 in grants and payments to 56 charities and nonprofit organizations... Local News 14 Mar 2025 | 09:39
