The Sparta Independent | The local newspaper for Sparta, NJ
WEBSep 18, 2024 — A week after losing to Sparta, 39-7, Newton came back to beat High Point, 36-32, there Friday, Sept. 27. The Wildcats (4-1) previously were undefeated this season.
The local newspaper for Sparta, NJ - Sparta Independent
WEB4 days ago — Funds OK’d for Dennis Library renovations. The Sussex County Board of County Commissioners approved $329,500 for architect and engineering services related to renovations... Home. 17 Sep 2024 | 09:26.
Sussex County History Today: Trinca Airport
WEB1 day ago — On May 11, 1939, it was reported that “the Trinca Airport in the southern portion of Sussex County was duly registered last Thursday as a state-licensed field for commercial and transit flying and also to engage in the sale of airplane gasoline and oils and other aeronautical accessories.”. The airport opened on June 1, 1939.
Petition to recall Hayden due today - Sparta Independent
WEBSussex County /. | 16 Aug 2024 | 07:38. A committee aiming to recall Sussex County Commissioner William Hayden is required to submit a petition signed by more than 27,000 registered voters in the county to the county clerk’s office by Friday, Aug. 16. “The process started May 23,” Sussex County Clerk Jeffrey Parrott said Tuesday, Aug. 13.
Jews observe High Holidays - spartaindependent.com
WEB1 day ago — Jews are celebrating the High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur this week and next. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins at sunset Wednesday, Oct. 2 and may be observed for one or two days. Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, begins at sunset Friday, Oct. 11 and ends 24 …
UPDATE: Sparta police chief retires, resigns post as town manager ...
WEBDec 13, 2022 — Sparta Police Chief and interim Town Manager Neil Spidaletto said he is leaving both posts at the end of the month. At the end of the Township Council meeting Dec. 13, he said he is resigning from the township manager position and retiring from the police force. Spidaletto, 49, has worked for the Sparta Police Department for …
UPDATED: Area under tornado, flood watches - Sparta Independent
WEBAug 9, 2024 — The National Weather Service’s tornado watch for Sussex and Passaic counties and surrounding areas has been extended to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. The area also is under a flood watch until late Friday night as the remnants of Hurricame Debby could bring 1 to 2 inches of rain, with 3 inches or more possible locally.
Death by drowning: What local victims have in common - Sparta …
WEBAug 27, 2024 — Profile of a victim. Based on NPS statistics from 1980, the typical drowning victim is male, between the ages of 18 of 30, and - more often than not - Hispanic or Black. “Stats are very low for women,” Peterec said. “Males tend to underestimate the power of the river; women tend to be more cautious.”.
New editor takes over the helm of Sparta Independent
WEBDec 5, 2022 — Those interested in writing for the paper should send contact information to [email protected] or call 973-300-0890. Local news journalist and northern New Jersey resident Kathy Shwiff joined Sparta Independent as managing editor last week.
Something for everyone at Sparta Day 2024 - Sparta Independent
WEBJun 19, 2024 — A flag flies from a Sparta firetruck. (Photo by Nancy Madacsi) With more than 100 vendors, Sparta Day 2024 offered something for everyone, including food, entertainment, shopping and a chance to learn about community organizations. The Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta (JWCS) hosted the 49th annual event Saturday, June 8 …