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Township Gets Cleaned Up from 2021 Sparta Bag it Day

By JENNIFER DERICKS

April 28, 2021

SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta community is a little bit cleaner after the 2021 Sparta Bag it Day last week.

“Our community of family, friends, neighborhoods and organizations came together to keep Sparta beautiful,” organization Mitchell Morrison said.

Clean up took place along Sparta roads, along the Lake Mohawk Country Club Bridle Path, at Alpine Elementary School ...

Sparta Schools Receive PPE Donation from Ocean State Job Lot

SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta school district received a donation of two pallets of Personal Protective Equipment from Ocean State Job Lot. Last week Sparta Acting Superintendent Patrick McQueeney, board of education member Robert Zywicki, Sparta Mayor Christine Quinn accepted the donation.

“We appreciate Ocean State Job Lot’s support of our reopening plan,” McQueeney said.

Sparta Chelsea Senior Living and Police Bring Easter Baskets to Sparta Seniors

SPARTA, NJ- The Sparta Chelsea Senior Living partnered with the Sparta Police Department to bring Easter Baskets to Sparta seniors who participate in the township’s Good Morning program.

“The members of the Sparta Police Department are honored to have worked with Molly Whilesmith, the Director of Community Relations for Chelsea Senior Living,” Antonello said. “This ...

SPARTA, NJ – It’s time for the annual Sparta Bag It Day, seasonal outdoor cleanup. Neighbors and organizations are invited to participate in the annual event on April 17, 2021.

According to organizer Mitch Morrision the rules for this year are only slightly different from past cleanups.

Practice social distancing,
Garbage bags, supplied by the State of New Jersey ...

Sparta Police Hold Annual 'Cram the Cruiser' Food Drive on Sunday

SPARTA, NJ – It’s that time of year. Sparta Police Officers will be at the Stop and Shop on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for Cram the Cruiser food drive. The food collected will remain in the county to be distributed through local food pantries.

“We get approximately 30,000 to 40,000 pounds of food each year from Cram the Cruiser,” Sussex County Director ...

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Sparta Police: Denville Man's with Dragging Bumper Gets DWI

By TAPINTO SPARTA STAFF

May 5, 2021

SPARTA, NJ – A Denville man is facing drunk driving charges after he was stopped because his front bumper was hanging off the car. On April 29 around 9:30 p.m. Lt. Jeff McCarrick saw Richard Cosgrove, 54 on West Mountain Road with his bumper scraping on the road, police said.

McCarrick stopped Cosgrove at the intersection of West Mountain and Sterling Hill Road. McCarrick ...

Thomas Russo, Jr Special Guest on SOSRadio Live on Sunday

May 7, 2021

Local author Thomas Russo Jr will be a special guest on SOSRadio to talk on Sunday, May 16 at 2:30 p.m. Tune in to hear the conversation on leadership through faith-based service.

Host Marleny Cruz will talk with him about how people can be inspired and influenced to guide others to participate in a common good.

The program can be found on sosradio.live. Click on the Masterminded Expert ...

Camp Skylands

Since 2006, Camp Skylands Summer Camp has been offering campers a fun and safe experience that strives to build good character, develop leadership skills and make lasting friendships in a supportive and engaging environment.Our daily schedule ...

Alex Bisanzio, of Vernon (standing), Bill Fell, of Sparta (l-seated), and Zach Halteman, of Andover (r seated), rehearsing for North Star Theater Company’s upcoming show, “An Evening In Spoon River."

Sussex, NJ: North Star Theater Company proudly presents its second season’s opening show, “An Evening In Spoon River,” a night of music, art, dance and theater. The show will be held at Cornerstone Playhouse, located at 74 Main Street in Sussex, N.J.

The performances of “An Evening In Spoon River” will be held on Friday, May 21, at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 22, ...

Portrait of VLANJ's new leader, Bill Schuldt

DENVILLE TWP. (May 3, 2021) — Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey welcomed William Schuldt, a seasoned nonprofit professional, as its new president and CEO.

“Bill has solid management experience, and a passion for serving people with disabilities,” VLANJ Board of Trustees President Carl Augusto said. Schuldt’s selection by the VLANJ’s board of trustees culminated a ...

Law Day Discusses Advancing the Rule of Law Now

By BRIAN C. LUNDQUIST

May 7, 2021

Law Day Discusses Advancing the Rule of Law Now

Dear Editor:

President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed May 1, 1958, as the first Law Day to mark the nation’s commitment to the rule of law. Every year on this day we reflect on the significance of the rule of law and rededicate ourselves to promoting public understanding of its importance to American democracy. Law ...

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4 Big Incentives for Homeowners to Sell Now

By LYNN GARAFOLA

4 Big Incentives for Homeowners to Sell Now

The housing market keeps sailing along. The only headwind that could take it off course is the lack of inventory for sale. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that there were 410,000 fewer single-family homes for sale this March than in March of 2020. The key to continued success in the residential ...

By ERICKA RIKER

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - If you own a business, you might be familiar with lots of trends in marketing that promise to increase your business: social media and email campaigns, as well as paid and organic ads. One trend that tends to get overlooked is SEO, or search engine optimization. SEO is a proven and necessary tool, but you may ask yourself, “What is it?” and “How can you best ...

By JACKIE LIEBERMAN

May 6, 2021

NEW JERSEY — Need another reason to get your COVID-19 vaccine? Now you can get free beer at more than 30 New Jersey breweries just for getting your shot during the month of May.

The number of breweries participating in New Jersey's “Shot and a Beer” program, which began this month in partnership with the Brewer's Guild of New Jersey, the Governor's ...

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Deadly House Fire in Wayne on Monday Evening

By JON "FERRIS" MEREDITH

May 5, 2021

WAYNE, NJ - The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office released a statement regarding a fire that broke out on Monday evening around 6:00 p.m. at 121 Jackson Avenue in Wayne.

They reported three adults “deceased at the scene.”

The incident is under investigation and there are not many public details available at this time.

The fire occurred in a 3 bedroom, 1.5 story ...

Fighting Fatigue: How To Sleep Better And Longer

By ACTIVE AGING

Getting a good night’s sleep plays a vital role in your overall health. Sleeping recharges your body and brain to help prepare and energize you for each new day. On the other hand, sleep deprivation can cause a slew of problems, including memory issues and an increased risk for car accidents.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults aged 26-64 need seven to nine hours of sleep ...

4 Unique and Meaningful Ways to Decorate for Mother’s Day

By HOME SWEET HOME

With Mother’s Day around the corner, it’s time to think about decorations that will brighten up your home as well as show Mom that she’s a unique, valued person in your family. With a few simple touches, it’s easy to create meaningful decorations that highlight the things that she loves best. Here are four great ways to add some color and style to Mom’s favorite ...

Celebrating Mother’s Day: 4 Ways to Make Mom Feel Special

By THE ENTERTAINER

Mother’s Day is a wonderful time to tell the caregivers in your life how special they are. By highlighting Mom’s favorite things in your celebrations, you’ll be able to shine a light on everything unique about her. If you’re looking for interesting ways to host a Mother’s Day celebration for a group, big or small, here are four memorable events that will leave Mom ...

Sussex County Health and Human Services, Senior Services Annual Public Hearing Announced

By CAROL NOVRIT

(Newton, NJ) The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging) and its Advisory Council will hold their Annual Public Hearing on Thursday, June 3, 2021, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., via Zoom. The purpose of the Hearing is to receive comments on the proposed 2022-2024 Area Plan, which generates funding for Sussex ...