Sparta High School Time Capsule

To the Editor:

I wanted to share this letter from Laurie Beacham, Media Director for NJ 11th for Change, about the notable increase in voter turnout and citizens deciding to run in the ...

On Wednesday, June 13th, a series of gun violence prevention bills were signed into law by Governor Murphy. These bills will strengthen our already strong gun laws in New Jersey and none of these new ...

Unfortunately, there was a rush once again in Trenton to “do something” that will not stop violent criminals nor mentally unstable individuals from perpetrating harm, but will infringe ...

Project Graduation would like to thank our very generous Sparta Businesses, Families and Community Members. Your commitment sends a positive message to our graduates about substance-free celebrations ...

Whether it is basketball or politics, Congressman Josh Gottheimer has the touch.  He leads both of his GOP rivals, in a district, the 5th, once a GOP stronghold, in funding for his campaign. He ...

Dear Editor,

The Sparta Education Foundation’s Fourth Annual Dragon Boat Festival drew thousands to the Lake Mohawk Boardwalk on Sunday, May 20.  From the sponsors, participants and ...

Campaigns are interesting things.

Throughout the process, my opponents' supporters have labeled me a "political prostitute", "pimping" a message as a ...

On May 9th Sussex County Freeholder Director Jonathon Rose announced formation of the Sussex County Transparency Committee. A committee established to monitor the ethics of County politicians.

Dear Editor:

My name is Stephen Skellenger, and I’m writing what is my first Letter to the Editor to emphatically endorse Dawn Fantasia and Josh Hertzberg for Sussex County Freeholder. With ...

Dear Editor:

I am truly blessed to have lived in Sussex County for nearly twenty years. I’ve always been amazed at the caliber of people who call Sussex County their home. Despite our ...

The idea that there  are no Democrats for Freeholder should disturb any newspaper so I hope the Editorial staff will take notice! I  praised Kelly Hart for getting Republicans elected and ...

Superintendent Rossi, the Board of Education, and concerned members of the Sparta Learning Community,

I am sure you are aware that many students and their families are concerned about changes to ...

Well, it looks like I have at least three things in common with Jay and Johanna Webber: (a) We live in the 11th District; (b) We believe family is important; (c) We have experienced life in big ...

Editor:

Why are so many car accidents occuring lately in colder areas? Some drivers have gone from staying within the speed limit to staying above the speed limit despite the drivetrain of their ...

One of the responsibilities that parents take most seriously is protecting their children from injury, whether it is buckling seat belts in a car or wearing a helmet while riding a bike. And when ...

Dear Editor,

There are about 2-4 drunk drivers a week in Sparta, according to TAPinto Sparta. Drunk drivers have a devastating impact on others’ lives. Drunk drivers cause many accidents.

Ring ring. You hear the school bell go off marking the end of academic assistance (A.A.) and you’re still doing your work. You scramble out the classroom wishing you had more time. Well, why ...

Editor:

Marcus Tullius Cicero, an ancient Roman politician, once said, “The safety of the people shall be the highest law.” Sparta, New Jersey tries to adhere to this philosophy and ...

The time of electing local school boards should come to an end. According to the National School Boards Association, “the local school board is a critical public link to public schools. Whether ...

Mr. Levante has once again made himself out to be the victim and attacked numerous people in the process.  His latest social media antics lashed out against current council members, council ...

As Trenton currently looks to balance the budget, once again it’s our state’s hardest working citizens who will be left holding the bag. This time, though, it will be the ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) seems to be a rising component of Silicon Valley, Tesla for cars and space, and for IBM for it is the use of Watson, its high powered super computer for research! There ...

Dear Editor,

Wayne Levante, a self-described moderate, business-friendly mayor of Newton since his appointment 8 months ago, has been mired by one misstep and controversy after ...

There is a massive imbalance of power in the world.

Undoubtedly, minorities have encountered prejudice for far too long. Racism in the criminal justice system, communal class struggles, sexism in ...

On January 29, Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen announced his decision to retire.  Presumably he is now free to vote his conscience rather than blindly go along with his party’s agenda ...