Between March 2020 and February 2023, SNAP Emergency Allotments provided a second monthly payment to recipients, either an extra $95 or bumping the monthly total to the household maximum, whichever was greater. (Sources: U.S. Department of Agriculture, New York State Academy of Dietetics & Nutrition, N.Y. Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance) Snapping out of it After nearly three years of providing eligible households with extra money for groceries, the final SNAP Emergency Allotments... Local News 28 Feb 2023 | 10:08
114 bears killed in state hunt The state black bear hunt concluded Saturday, Dec. 17 with 114 bears killed, including 59 in Sussex County. Thirty bears were... Home 15 Dec 2022 | 10:31
A dead bear hangs from chains at the check-in station at the Whittingham Wildlife Management Area in Sussex County. It was brought in late Saturday afternoon, Dec. 10. ( Photo by Kathy Shwiff) UPDATE: Bear hunt resumes this week New Jersey’s black bear hunt will continue for four days this week because the target number to be harvested was not reached... News 14 Dec 2022 | 04:06
Gerald Dewayne Crane Gerald Dewayne Crane, 69 years of age, of Newfoundland, NJ passed away at home on Sunday, November 20, 2022. He was born on... Obituaries 29 Nov 2022 | 10:12
Museum Village at night. ( Photo by Dan Pacella) Spooky tales and frightful encounters - a glimpse of our haunted history A strange knock in the dead of night. A disembodied whisper that seems to beckon you. Shadows that move without the direction... Local News 23 Oct 2022 | 08:48
Researchers with the University of Washington take sediment samples around a confirmed ceremonial stone landscape on Overlook Mountain, NY. ( Photo courtesy Glenn Kreisberg) Native stones: Forgotten history in plain sight Hidden highways, road signs and rest stops lie beneath our feet, if you know where to look. Throughout the northeast, sometimes... Home 01 Sep 2022 | 09:02
For the first time in two years, local real estate agents are seeing price adjustments on their listings due to increased living costs and mortgage rates. Prices are starting to plateau and homes are seeing fewer offers than they were at this time last year. But those that are priced to sell or have highly desired amenities such as a swimming pool, like this West Milford listing, are still going for above asking and are getting multiple offers. Photo provided by Dawn Corbo, Weichert Realtors. Higher interest in local homes At first glance, it looks like housing costs are continuing to soar. In Sussex County, NJ, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom... Local News 09 Aug 2022 | 01:41
SCCC Skylander student athletes receive All-Academic honors Sussex County Community College’s Skylander athletes work hard on and off the field. As a testament of their efforts, 30... Local News 22 Jul 2022 | 12:02
“Bear-proof” trash cans may need a new name. ( Amy Lynne Bate) Bear Trouble Cartoons 11 Jul 2022 | 11:48
Amazing cheese made from scratch right in Sussex County Plains Road is a very popular spot each August when the Sussex County Farm and Horse Show comes to the fairgrounds. Few may... Business 05 Jul 2022 | 10:04
Sussex County woman admits to supporting terrorist organizations The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for the District of New Jersey recently announced that Sussex County resident Maria... Police & Fire 29 Jun 2022 | 03:36
Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze. Local historian’s website provides regional Revolutionary War resources you’re looking to gain a local perspective on New Jersey’ role in the Revolutionary War ahead of the July 4 holiday, check... Local News 27 Jun 2022 | 02:17
Emergency responses According to the State of NJ website, Sussex County has the worst emergency response time of all 21 counties, at an average... Letters to the Editor 14 Jun 2022 | 11:40
Enjoy a side of ribs with a full lineup of classic rock n’ roll. Rock legends to headline Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival Three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees — Dave Mason, legendary singer-songwriter Don Felder, and Artimus Pyle — will be... Entertainment 09 Jun 2022 | 01:28
Girls on the Run %k, which took place in Sparta on May 21. ( By Jack McCoy) Girls on the Run 5K returns after three-year hiatus The Girls on the Run (GOTR) 5k was back on Saturday, May 21, for the first time since 2019. The colorful crowd of over 750... News 27 May 2022 | 04:28