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Sparta Schools Ranked On New U.S. News List 'Best K-8'
Several Sparta schools made the inaugural list of elementary and middle schools, ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

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Several Sparta schools made the inaugural list of elementary and middle schools, ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

Several Hackettstown schools made the inaugural list of elementary and middle schools, ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.
Long Valley Middle School was among the top 125 NJ middle schools, included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.
Chatham's elementary and middle schools took top state spots and were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.
Mendham elementary and middle schools took top state spots and were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.
West Morris Central High School’s Marching Band achieved a first place ranking at their competition on Oct. 10 at Sparta High School.
The programs "creates pathways for underrepresented students," awarding them for academic performances and connecting them with colleges.
“Stealing a lawn sign from private property is against the law,” Mendham Township Police stated.
The classes run from Oct. 21 through Dec. 16 and then Feb. 17 through April 7, 2022 at Hackettstown High School.
The devastated parents of Mario Musolino have started a GoFundMe drive, asking for help with his funeral expenses.
New and gently used shoes are sought for the donation drive three West Morris Central High School students have organized for Saturday.
Five of the candidates participated in a League of Women Voters virtual forum on Monday night, with one submitting an opening statement.
If Pfizer receives COVID vaccine approval for kids between ages 5 and 11, the School District of the Chathams may set up a vaccine site.
Chester Police caught a glimpse of mama bear and her cubs clinging high up in a tree on Chester’s southern end.
The Wolfpack Varsity Girls Soccer team next faces Mountain Lakes in the Morris County Tournament semifinals on Oct. 17.
The police department reports that the responding officer obtained a warrant to have the driver's blood drawn while he was at the hospital.
Sean Garland, 24, was in intensive care with diabetic ketoacidosis, a complication from diabetes and new medical diagnosis for him.
The cats have responded well to medical care and “are very happy and playful,” said the vet who helped rescue them.
One of the passengers had six warrants, a driver had a fake inspection sticker on their car and another a counterfeit license.
The rain or shine cleanup encourages residents in Chatham Township to help pick up litter in all of the township’s neighborhoods.