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Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival Back This Weekend In Sussex County
Enjoy Southern Rock, a mouthwatering barbecue celebration and more at the Sussex County Fairgrounds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Enjoy Southern Rock, a mouthwatering barbecue celebration and more at the Sussex County Fairgrounds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The State Police Marine Services are still investigating the cause of the crash on Monday near Jefferson's Liffy Island in Lake Hopatcong.
Birth certificates, marriage certificates or death certificates will still be handled through the mail for now in Hackettstown.
Students at Chatham HS were selected at the end of their junior year, based on academics, leadership, service and character qualities.
The Chester Police reported they responded to over 3,100 calls in May, 18 with the fire department and 53 with the first aid squad.
Looking to read more this summer? Children, teens and adults can each register and be challenged in the library’s summer reading program.
The Chatham Township Police Department assisted on Monday with rescuing its fourth hawk within the past few weeks.
Milling and paving should begin on some streets on Monday, June 28, with work expected to last through Wednesday, June 30.
The new business in Hackettstown provides in-home healthcare and therapies to seniors and special needs individuals of all ages.
Jenna Bargfrede of Sparta was among 23 U.S. service academy picks from NJ-11, expected to graduate with US Naval Academy Class of 2025.
Jack Murphy, a member of Long Valley’s Boy Scout Troop 36, was presented with a proclamation from Washington Township’s mayor on Sunday.
The Mendham Borough and Township Libraries are each hosting "Tails and Tales" summer reading programs, with the chance to win prizes.
With Tracy Ness' resignation on June 11, a new Committee Member will be appointed, then new Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Planning Board member.
Over the summer, 7 miles of roads will be rehabbed. Tennis court and playground upgrades are planned. The hockey rink should open in July.
There are 15 streets in Chester Township that are planned to be upgraded with a “micro paving” process.
John Casano-Boris of Chatham was among 23 U.S. service academy picks from NJ-11, expected to graduate with US Naval Academy Class of 2025.
An ordinance is up for adoption in Sparta with a public hearing on Tuesday, to prohibit all types of marijuana businesses in the township.
As part of its “Adopt a Tree” program, Hackettstown plans to give away one of three types of maple trees to residents who request them.
Mendham Township Police were part of a multi-agency effort that located a 71-year-old deceased Randolph resident in the reservoir.
Members of Long Valley’s First Aid Squad made a daring save on Saturday, rappelling down about 30 feet to rescue a fallen hiker.