Saturday, June 15, 2013
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Sparta Teachers Contract Talks Hit Stalemate Year-long negotiations between union and board started where it began after hours-long meeting to start the week. Hopatcong Preps More Unused Property For Sale Council says the goal is to reduce inventory of small lots and get the land back on the tax rolls. New JCP&L Area Manager Promises Changes Michael Obremski will supervise 19 towns, including Hopatcong. Hopatcong Streets Scrutinized in County Study Program to examine how to manage traffic and people on rural streets. Hopatcong Senior Wins National Scholarship Alec Grabinski was awarded a 2013 national Just Give Back scholarship. Mark Sanchez, Geno Smith Sound Off at Jets Camp; Who Do You Like? After a mess of a season, the Jets look to …
Saturday, June 8, 2013
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Retiring schools' chief leaves at end of the month, expresses gratitude to governing body. Residents have pooches but no park to play. Looking for a new house in Hopatcong or Sparta? Here is a list of open houses in the area. ACLU calls for the decriminalization of pot and an end to racial profiling. Township joins Hopatcong as second Sussex town with Community Emergency Response Team. Hopatcong Police seek public's help with information regarding burglary on Brendona Avenue. Only three incumbents of a possible six file for re-election in Hopatcong and Sparta. Winning incumbents a theme across Sussex County. Bridge Marina and the Jefferson Township Chamber of Commerce host sixth annual business event. Longest-serving New Jersey senator …
Saturday, May 25, 2013
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Cynthia Randina leaving Secaucus school district; will begin July 1 and says focus will be on curriculum. Board adds classes to expand offerings for students in response to parents' concerns. School board plans June 24 vote to approve the agreement. Homeowner had sought an easement for his well which is located on an adjacent, borough-owned lot. Hopatcong will play the No. 1 seeded Ramsey team on Thursday. Playoff opener takes nine innings to find a winner. Council still trying to resolve Superstorm Sandy issues. Ordinance gets by town council with superstorm Sandy outages serving as a backdrop. Complaints remain about heavy trucks, hours of operation.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
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Lindsay Kiensicki remains hospitalized after suffering third-degree burns in a Feb. 28 house fire. First-ever Camp-O-Ree draws 300 participants from Sussex District of Boy Scouts of America. Police searching for shooters who hit 26 residences Sunday night. Hopatcong resident staged burglary of his own home, stole girlfriend's cash, police said. Would you like to see more entertainment and activity in Hopatcong and Sparta to help keep kids out of trouble? Hopatcong police also charge Carlos Spina Jr. with resisting arrest. 13-year-old Mt. Olive resident falsely claimed a stranger in a van lied to him, tried getting him into car, police report. Pair of 19-year-old men charged with obstruction and underage drinking, according to Hopatcong …
Saturday, May 11, 2013
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Police are still investigating Ridgewood Restaurant blaze, but say it may have been faulty refrigerator apparatus. Resident found explosive device detonated on his car on Dupont Avenue, police report. Search for man called off after investigation reveals incident never happened, authorities report. SteppingSTONE BAND is debuting 'I'll Be Coming Home' June 1st at the St. Moritz. Cadette Girl Scouts of Troop 1050 holds fun fitness day. Top 2,000 public schools across nation placed in annual standings, none from Sussex County crack list. Borough's CERT team opens flea market. Center for Prevention & Counseling's Alcohol Awareness Month meeting showcases creativity with a message. Hopatcong man charged with causing public false alarm in 2012 …
Saturday, May 4, 2013
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Early 2000s Chrysler Sebring was involved in an accident on April 26. Resident also faces DWI charges. Current agreement runs out next spring. Matthew Collins was treated for head injury, charged with disorderly conduct. Sussex surrogate urges passage of legislation that clarifies existing law on vehicle lamps. Sparta man also facing robbery, theft charges out of Bergen County. Township files FEMA paperwork by May 1 deadline. Motorist cited for careless driving after incident on Sawmill Road. The $1.2 million ad buy shows road to New Jerseyans' optimism in their state. Centenary College graduate student is in sixth year of teaching. New ordinance would set rules for installation of standby generators. About 13 percent of county bridges …
Saturday, April 27, 2013
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U.S. News & World Report's annual national rankings released; no Sussex County schools make top 50 spots in the state. Theresa Sierchio among a slew of staff appointments made for 2013-2014. Hopatcong police needed pepper spray and two officers to subdue Philpsburg man, authorities report. Lake Hopatcong, Landing residents charged with theft and conspiracy. Township Council says company has taken actions to improve safety If ratified, deal could end a bitter three-year contract fight. Cadette Troop 1050 hosting Fitness Fun Day on April 27. Administration's plan called for more instruction time, but less elective courses. Whippany business has fighters from 6 years old to professionals fighting around the world. U.S. News & World Report's …
Friday, April 26, 2013
Basilone Bowl and Ridge High's top schools' ranking also make headlines.
Writing on a bathroom wall at Woodmont Elementary School in Montville prompted a bomb scare and an evacuation of the school Wednesday morning while police and a bomb squad checked the building to be sure it was safe, police and school officials said. No bomb was found. Police have released a slideshow of an individual they are trying to identify who was on Finley Lane in Wayne at the time a home on that street was burglarized April 20. Zach Rice of Long Valley, who suffers from avascular necrosis of the hip, has joined forces with Goryeb Children's Hospital to raise funds for gaming systems for patients. The 'Action for Distraction' 5k will be held Saturday at Loantaka Brook Reservation in Morristown. Ridge High School is this year ranked …
Saturday, April 20, 2013
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Locals Rally For School Nurse Fighting Cancer Fundraisers planned for Hudson Maxim’s Nancy Pascarella. Boston Marathon Runner 'One Of The Lucky Ones' Diane Carroll of Sparta was 0.7 miles from the finish when bombs exploded Monday afternoon. Hopatcong Opens Up Little Shop of Horrors Musical opens Thursday and runs through Sunday at Hopatcong High School. Sparta Grad Injured In Marathon Bombing Michael Gross, his wife and her sister hospitalized after Monday's terrorist attack, report says. Disability Organization Looking For Sponsors Department for Persons with Disabilities looking for help to fund 39th annual golf outing. 'Keep Your Mind Free' is a 2013 PSA Winner Center for Prevention and Counseling in Newton awards Hopatcong's Jenna …
Saturday, April 13, 2013
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Ambulance Squad seeks higher credits for increased service activities. $5 million project spans Chester to Somerville. Citing Congressional measure, Board of Governors reluctantly decides to continue six-day-a-week delivery. Violinist Kathryn Chamberlain in the running for $1,000 music education scholarship. James V. Fakult will take over for Don Lynch effective June 3. Township Council OKs $24.5 million spending plan. Clifton man tried to have his uncle, the co-owner of the Passaic landmark, killed by two men, authorities say. Monday afternoon brush fires scattered along train tracks at International Trade Center. Hopatcong Police catch alleged thieves with wire and fixtures taken from NJ Transit cars. Council also OKs $80,000 for police …
