The Greenwood Baptist Church at 520 Warwick Turnpike, Upper Greenwood Lake, is pictured in the 1930s. ( Photo by Ann Genader) Looking back: Millionaire clergyman Thanksgiving may be a time when those interested in North Jersey religious history find the life of a millionaire clergyman... Columns 24 Nov 2025 | 04:20
This home on Macopin Road is ready for Thanksgiving. ( Photo by Denise von Wilke) West Milford. Ready for turkey This home on Macopin Road is ready for Thanksgiving. Local News 23 Nov 2025 | 04:05
The Smith Mills building on Hamburg Turnpike near the intersection of Route 23 is seen when Daniel Smith operated a store there decades ago. The building is now privately owned. (Photo provided) ( Photo by Ann Genader) Looking back: Smith Mills revisited The long-ago busy community of Smith Mills, once a significant stop along the Hamburg Turnpike in the early days of the iron... Columns 19 Nov 2025 | 10:04
Gajewski family’s elaborate Halloween display draws visitors The Gajewski family goes all out for Halloween. Each year, they add new features to their haunted yard and remove some older... Local News 28 Oct 2025 | 04:11
Wanaque Valley Inn was in a house dating back to the late 1760s on Greenwood Lake Turnpike in Hewitt. It was moved to the Long Pond Historic site when Monksville Reservoir was built and flooded the area. (Photo Provided). Looking back: Many Restaurants Through the years the Township of West Milford has been known for its many lakes and ponds (about 62 ), and many restaurants... Columns 21 Oct 2025 | 10:18
Pictured from left are President Dianne Varga, Dana Bambera, and Membership Chair Tina Ree. Women’s Club welcomes new member The Woman’s Club of West Milford has welcomed a new member, Dana Bambera. The New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs... Local News 21 Oct 2025 | 04:09
ST1 West Milford Police Officer Peter Wunk moves a large snapping turtle from Macopin Road into the nearby woods April 30. New township resident Jessica Nash saw the turtle on the road and called for help. (Photo by Rich Adamonis) West Milford. All in a day’s work Local News 07 May 2025 | 10:11
Daffofils are blooming by Hazelman Farms on lower Macopin Road. Last fall, Rocky Hazelman planted more than 11,000 bulbs along the cleared roadside as part of his effort to beautify the terrain and make the farm more environmentally friendly. (Photo by Rich Adamonis) West Milford. Dancing in the breeze Local News 29 Apr 2025 | 09:05
The speed limit on Macopin Road varies. (Photo by Kathy Shwiff) Debate on traffic problems continues The Township Council continues to debate what should be done about traffic on Macopin Road. During discussions at council... Local News 07 Mar 2023 | 03:30
Charlene Staub asks the West Milford Council to address speeding on Macopin Road. (Photo provided) Officials ask police to enforce speed limits West Milford council members agreed on the need to address the number of motor vehicle accidents on Macopin and Union Valley... Local News 22 Jan 2023 | 12:45
In the distance a car rounds a dangerous bend on Macopin Road north of the Arundel Road entrance to the Old Milford community (pictured), where some officials believe that a lower speed is needed for safety. There were not enough council votes to lower any of several areas proposed for lower speeds along what has become a heavily traveled commuter road ( Photo by Ann Genader) WM council will not lower any Macopin Road speeds After much discussion about six areas of Macopin Road proposed for lower speed limits, the Township of West Milford Council... Local News 01 Nov 2022 | 11:27
The entrance to the school district complex at the corner of Macopin Road and Highlander Drive and roadways in that vicinity are among locations where some officials want to address traffic safety concerns. ( Photo by Ann Genader) Township Council considers Macopin Road speed limit With opinions of Township of West Milford council members differing, no decision for any action was reached on a proposal... Local News 18 Oct 2022 | 10:14
0929 Where in West Milford answer Readers who identified themselves as The Fleming Family knew last week’s photo was of the digital sign at West Milford High... Where In Answers 27 Sep 2022 | 04:11
Helen Crotta Helen Crotta, of Macopin Road, in the Township of West Milford, died on June 8. She was 96. Born in the Amity section of... Obituaries 27 Jul 2022 | 10:27
Leadership, service and fun for WM Woman’s Club members The Woman’s Club of West Milford recently welcomed two new members, Joan Goll and Denise Von Wilke to the club and encourgages... Home 13 Apr 2022 | 02:15
