This telephone switchboard connecting calls to Township of West Milford municipal offices in use until 1975 is now at the West Milford Museum. ( Photo: Ann Genader) Looking back: Telephones came to town It was exciting for people in the villages throughout the Township of West Milford when in the mid 1930s telephone service... Columns 22 Jun 2026 | 03:35
West Milford Woman’s Club distributes annual donations to community groups The Woman’s Club of West Milford recently distributed its annual donations to a wide range of local organizations and community... Local News 10 Jun 2026 | 11:13
West Milford Museum to showcase Revolutionary-era exhibits As the nation’s 250th birthday approaches, the West Milford Museum is inviting residents to explore new exhibits and events... Local News 26 May 2026 | 03:58
Police Chief John Moeller leads a Memorial Day parade march along Union Valley Road, West Milford, in the 1960s. Frank M. Sell American Legion Post 289 Commander Jack Whitbeck marches next to him. Officers visible behind them include Capt. Jack Ryan, Sgt. Louis Hall and Officers Bill Genader, James Morreale, Bob Deaver and Bill Ohlmeyer. Among Township Council members visible are Township Committeemen Floyd Struble, Warren Brogan and Mayor George Egan. Buildings pictured that no longer are there include the Cracker Barrel Store and Finn family home at left; at right a Flying A Gas Station and the home where seamstress Louise Donnegan had a dry-cleaning business. ( Photo: Ann Genader) Looking back: Memorial Day, 1944 Memorial Day services have been held annually in the Township of West Milford since May 26, 1944. The day, originally referred... Columns 19 May 2026 | 04:13
The West Milford High School Highlander Band marches in a parade during the 1990s. (Photos provided) Museum exhibit recounts band’s history A new exhibit at the West Milford Museum explores nearly seven decades of the award-winning West Milford High School Highlander... Local News 23 Apr 2025 | 11:46
The 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry’s Contra-band performs Aug. 19, 2023, at the West Milford Museum. (File photo by Kathy Shwiff) Contra-band concert today at museum The 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Company’s Contra-band will perform at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10 at the West Milford Museum,... Local News 10 Aug 2024 | 09:23
Hans Niederstrasser History programs offered this weekend Hans Niederstrasser will discuss his research on Peter Hasenclever and the American (Iron) Co. at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15... Local News 12 Jun 2024 | 09:37
The Christmas tree at the West Milford Museum is decorated with handmade ornaments. (Photo provided) Holiday crafts today at museum The West Milford Museum again is celebrating the holiday season by offering a craft table for children and adults to create... Local News 16 Dec 2023 | 08:33
The 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry’s Contra-band will perform Saturday, Aug. 19 at the West Milford Museum. Band concert is today at West Milford Museum The 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry’s Contra-band will perform 19th-century and Civil War-era music Saturday, Aug. 19... Local News 19 Aug 2023 | 08:53
“Made in Paterson - The Life and Legacy of U.S. Senator William Hughes,” by West Milford resident Daniel Willever, was published recently. Local author will speak today at museum West Milford resident Daniel Willever, author of “Made in Paterson - The Life and Legacy of U.S. Senator William Hughes,”... Local News 03 Jun 2023 | 05:22
Kerry O’Brien West Milford honors volunteers Kerry O’Brien and Erika Crocco were honored by the Township of West Milford Council on April 20 for their volunteerism. O’Brien... Local News 26 Apr 2022 | 04:44
The late Bob and Mary Kochka are remembered as Mr. and Mrs. Santa at West Milford Museum. Photo by Ann Genader Peace keepers and keepers of the holiday spirit For many years Bob and Mary (Gobosack) Kochka, original volunteers for the West Milford Museum group, dressed as Mr. and... Local News 15 Dec 2021 | 06:52
The Trex bench donated by the West Milford Woman’s Club is located just outside the front door to the West Milford Museum. West Milford. Woman’s Club donates Trex bench to West Milford Museum The West Milford Woman’s Club started the “Trex Challenge” on Nov. 15th, 2020 (America Recycles Day). This challenge was... Local News 07 Oct 2021 | 10:05
Civil War history buffs and music fans alike will want to attend a special performance by the 6th New Hampshire Volunteer CONTRA-BAND at the West Milford Museum on Saturday, Aug. 7, at 2 p.m. Photo source: https://6nhv.com/the-contra-band West Milford. West Milford Museum to host the 6th New Hampshire Volunteer CONTRA-BAND on Aug. 7 Civil War history buffs and music fans alike will want to attend a special performance by the 6th New Hampshire Volunteer... Local News 26 Jul 2021 | 03:53
Edwin R. Rodda is seen with the late West Milford Magistrate George Cluff. Photo by Ann Genader. He was where he wanted to be, doing the job he did so well Although Edwin (“Ed”) R. Rodda officially retired as Township of West Milford registrar of vital statistics in 2006 after... Local News 28 Jan 2021 | 12:16
