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
Doobiez will hold its official opening Oct. 5. A West Milford ordinance permits 10 cannabis dispensaries to open in the township. (Photo by Kathy Shwiff) Growing like a weed The 2021 legalization of cannabis products in both New York and New Jersey has led to a burgeoning trade in what was once... Home 20 Sep 2024 | 11:07
IN1 In center group, from left, chef Carmine DiGiovanni, owners Steve and Rachael Scro, and Sussex County Chamber of Commerce president Tammie Horsfield, surrounded by supporters, cut the wire Nov. 10 to open Industry Restaurant + Bar in Sparta. (Photos provided) Industry gets down to business When Mohawk House owner Steve Scro broke ground on his second restaurant, originally to be called Modern Farmer, in September... Home 19 Nov 2023 | 05:35
The Great Byram Family Campout will be June 17-18 at Camp Somers at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation. (File photos by Mandy Coriston) Family Campout, Canal Day planned The party’s going strong for Byram’s 225th birthday, and the Byram Township Historical Society is partnering with the Patriots’... Local News 02 Jun 2023 | 04:14
Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Sean Brown speaks about his experiences as a service dog recipient April 29 at Musconetcong American Legion Post 278 in Stanhope. At right is his service dog, Nick. (Photos by Mandy Coriston) American Legion Auxiliary donates service dog scholarship For the past year, Auxiliary Unit 278 of the Musconetcong American Legion Post 278 of Stanhope has been raising funds for... Local News 08 May 2023 | 08:10
Historical society plans 225th township anniversary celebrations The Byram Township Historical Society knows how to plan a birthday party, and they’re even starting early! Festivities for... Entertainment 08 Nov 2022 | 04:26
Byram council receives JCP&L Reliability Plus update Jersey Central Power and Light (JCP&L) regional representative Jackie Espinoza and Vice President of External Affairs John... Local News 08 Feb 2020 | 12:53
Byram roundup Historical Society The Historical Society is seeking new members to assist with stewardship of the Roseville Schoolhouse,... Local News 03 Feb 2020 | 01:09
2019 legislative session ends without passage of PREDFDA amendment Residents of Cranberry Lake and other lake communities who were awaiting the final passage of a bill to amend Chapter 106,... Local News 20 Jan 2020 | 06:59
New Stanhope Mayor Patricia Zdichocki (center) takes the oath of office Sussex County Clerk Jeff Parrott as her family holds the bible on Tuesday, Jan 7, 2020, at American Legion Post 278 of Stanhope. ( Photos by Mandy Coriston) Stanhope swears in new mayor, council members The Stanhope Town Council held its reorganization meeting on Tuesday night, Jan. 7, at American Legion Post 278, swearing... Local News 19 Jan 2020 | 02:10
Thorlabs engineer Audrey Wall leads students in a hands-on fiber optic workshop during a Women in STEM event held on Thursday, Jan 9, 2020 at Sussex County Community College. ( Provided by Jim Hofmann) STEM conference aims to empower girls More than 200 girls and young women from area high schools met at Sussex County Community College on Thursday, Jan. 9, for... Teen 12 Jan 2020 | 10:57
Byram said good by to David Gray, Nisha Ali, and Scott Olson as part of the town’s governing body. Gray had served on the council for six years, Ali for eight, and Olson for twelve. ( Mandy Coriston) Byram bids farewell to long-term council members The council, staff, and residents of Byram Township said an emotional good-bye to three of its longest-tenured council members... Local News 24 Dec 2019 | 07:27
The elegantly rustic dining room of the Hunt's Mill house in Green awaits visitors on the 2019 Yellow Frame Church Holiday Home Tour. Yellow Frame Church Home Tour marks 27th year This year’s Yellow Frame Church holiday home tour is celebrating its 27th year, and this year’s lineup of homes includes... Entertainment 29 Nov 2019 | 03:58
B ( Mandy Coriston) Byram to offer trio of holiday activities The Byram Township Recreation Committee is excited to offer a trio of holiday activities for residents this year. The first... Local News 20 Nov 2019 | 10:29
Caption: (L-R) Former Byram mayor, magistrate, and Army veteran Richard Bowe speaks at the Byram Veterans' Monument as Army veteran Paul Gryzwacz and Navy veteran Earl Riley prepare to raise the colors on Monday, Nov 11, 2019. ( Mandy Coriston) Veteran's Day in Byram U.S. Army Security Agency veteran, Richard Bowe, who also once served as Byram’s mayor and as town magistrate, led the Veterans... Local News 12 Nov 2019 | 12:09
