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The Sussex County Slave Graveyard Is A Chilling Reminder of New Jersey’s History

In the middle of the woods of the “ghost town” of Walpack, New Jersey, a little over an hour northwest of Montclair State University, sit some 50 gravestones of formerly enslaved African American residents. For centuries, the graves have remained unmarked and go mostly unnoticed. Their lack of recognition from government officials reminds us that, in 2026, racism is still very real, entrenched into the political institutions of our country.

Sussex County, NJ · 1d
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Brush fire spreads from cornfield into woods in Sussex County

WALPACK TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Sussex County) — Firefighters responded to a large brush fire Wednesday afternoon near Old Mine Road and Rosenkrans Lane in Walpack Township after flames spread from a cornfield into a wooded area. Emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 1:38 p.m. to a reported brush fire in...

Sussex County, NJ · 1d
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Iconic New Jersey diner abruptly closes after nearly 40 years on Route 46

New Jersey has lost another piece of its celebrated diner culture after a year of painful local restaurant closures. Budd Lake Diner in Mount Olive abruptly closed on October 6,…

Mt Olive Township, NJ · 6h

The Bergen Record

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See where it snowed in North Jersey and inch counts for rain, snow

A wild stretch of weather went from pouring rain in some parts of North Jersey to the first snow of the season for other areas Nov. 13. Northwest sections of New Jersey saw some snowfall early Nov. 13. The Hewitt section of West Milford received 2.7 inches of snow, according to Bob Ziff of the North Jersey Weather Observers. High Point also saw 1.7 inches of snow and Vernon 0.5 inches, according to Ziff. NJ school delayed openings Vernon and West Milford schools had a delayed opening Friday due to the weather. While it seems early in the season for snow it's hardly unheard of in North Jersey. November 2025 had some trace snow, while the month averaged 1.1 inches from the years 1983 to 2025, per Ziff. Since 1983, seven Novembers have had at least one inch of snow, most recently in 2018. It's a quick turnaround from the heavy rain the area got Nov. 12. Thunderstorms and some flooding accompanied the rain that was the heaviest around the time of the evening commute. Rain totals for the 24-hour period of 7 a.m. Nov. 12 to 7 a.m. Nov. 13 include, according to Ziff: Rain totals by NJ town

North Jersey, NJ · 7h

News 12

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Grand jury indicts 5 in Sussex County dog abandonment case

Prosecutors say more than 40 small dogs were abandoned in three Sussex County municipalities during severe weather in March.

Sussex County, NJ · 3d

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Sussex County YMCA breaks ground on $3.3 million Wellness Center expansion

The Sussex County YMCA broke ground Monday, Nov. 9, on a $3.3 million Wellness Center expansion that will more than double the size of its existing fitness space. The project will add approximately 5,000 square feet to the facility, marking one of the most significant improvements in the branch’s recent history.

Sussex County, NJ · 1d

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Sussex County woman sues medical practices, alleging employee shared private medical records on social media

MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — A Sparta Township woman has filed a lawsuit against several medical organizations and a medical receptionist, alleging that the employee accessed her confidential medical records without authorization, photographed sensitive health information and shared it on social media with people who knew her. The lawsuit was...

Sussex County, NJ · 4d

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ImageCare Teamster members in Sussex County officially go on strike

Members of Teamsters Local 125 at ImageCare in Sussex County went on strike on Nov. 9, saying they have been forced onto the picket line as they fight for their first union contract. The 45 technologists and technologist aides voted to become Teamsters nearly two years ago and are demanding...

Sussex County, NJ · 3d

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Young Ogdensburg Soccer Player Dies, $25K Raised For Grieving Family

A community in Sussex County is mourning the death of a 9-year-old soccer player as friends, teammates, and neighbors rally to support his grieving family. Adrian Sek , of Ogdensburg, is being remembered for his love of soccer and the friendships he built on and off the field, according to a GoFundMe…

Sussex County, NJ · 2d

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Sussex County commissioners recognize Nov. 19 as Great American Smokeout

SUSSEX COUNTY, N.J. — The Sussex County Board of County Commissioners has issued a proclamation recognizing Thursday, Nov. 19, as the Great American Smokeout, an annual initiative encouraging smokers to quit tobacco use and take steps toward healthier, smoke-free lives. The Great American Smokeout, organized by the American Cancer...

Sussex County, NJ · 9h

The Bergen Record

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New Jerseyan wins $1M on $20 scratch-off: 'never thought I would win'

A lottery player in Morris County won a million dollars playing a scratch-off game last week. “I never thought I would win,” the winner told New Jersey Lottery officials when claiming his prize. “I scratched it off right there and I said, ‘Holy God, I think I won a million dollars!” The winning $20 scratch-off in the $1 Million Premier CA$H Scratch-Off game was purchased on Nov. 6 at the Netcong Valero on Route 46 East in Netcong. The winner is a regular lottery player and has choosen to remain anonymous, which is allowed under New Jersey law. The big payday will be used to pay off the winner's house and purchase a new car. The $1 Million Premier Ca$h game started back on April 29 offering three million-dollar grand prizes along with other prizes ranging from $40 to $10,000. There are still $1 million prizes remaining in the game. Another New Jersey lottery player scored a bigger win last week by hitting the $847 million Powerball jackpot on Nov. 4. That winning ticket was purchased at the Wegmans Food Market on Farm View in Montvale (Bergen County). Check out all of last week's big winners in New Jersey here.

Morris County, NJ · 2d

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You’ll Never Forget A Meal At These 10 Wacky Themed Restaurants In New Jersey

Ready to find restaurants in New Jersey that make a night out feel like a whole adventure?. These 10 wacky spots bring unforgettable themes and fun dining experiences you’ll want to try soon!. 1. Missy’s Main Street Cafe (Rockaway) Tucked right on Main Street in Rockaway, this cozy...

New Jersey · 1d

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Possible measles exposure in New Jersey

Morris County, NJ · 3h

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This New Jersey Reservoir Has A Story Most People Driving Past It Have Never Heard

What if the peaceful reservoir you drive past was once an entire village? Not a handful of old buildings, but a real community with homes, roads, and people who had to leave it all behind. Sounds like the setup for a historical mystery, doesn’t it?. I find it fascinating...

Boonton, NJ · 1d

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Michael Arnone’s 34th annual Crawfish Fest returns to Sussex County in June 2027

AUGUSTA, N.J. (Sussex County) — Michael Arnone’s 34th annual Crawfish Fest will return to the Sussex County Fairgrounds, located at 37 Plains Road in Augusta, June 4-6, 2027, bringing a weekend of live music, Louisiana cuisine, dancing and camping to northwestern New Jersey. The three-day festival, presented by...

Frankford, NJ · 2d

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You’ll Happily Drive Hours Just For The Fried Chicken At This Modest New Jersey Restaurant

Somewhere in Paterson, New Jersey, there’s a restaurant with an orange roof and a cartoon chicken on the sign that has been quietly serving some of the best fried chicken in the state, and most people outside of Passaic County have no idea it exists. That’s a situation worth...

Paterson, NJ · 1d

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Annual Stuff the Boat toy drive returns to Sussex County to benefit local children

SUSSEX COUNTY, N.J.— Local businesses, first responders and community organizations are joining forces for the 13th annual Stuff the Boat toy collection, an initiative benefiting Project Self-Sufficiency’s Season of Hope Toy Drive for children in Sussex, Warren and northern Morris counties. Organized by Off Shore Marine in Branchville,...

Sussex County, NJ · 1d

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19th annual Stuff the Bus Food Drive to help fight hunger in Sussex County Nov. 21-22

SUSSEX COUNTY, N.J. — The 19th annual Stuff the Bus Food Drive will return to Sussex County on Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, to collect nonperishable food, turkeys and other essential items for residents in need. The annual event, held in partnership with ShopRite, benefits the Sussex...

Sussex County, NJ · 9h

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Get To These 4 New Jersey Barbecue Joints Early, Because The Pulled Pork Sells Out Before Dinner

Good barbecue runs on a clock, and in New Jersey that clock often stops well before dinnertime. Pulled pork takes hours of slow smoking, so once the day’s batch is gone, the kitchen can’t just whip up more. That’s why some of the best smokehouses in the Garden...

New Jersey · 2d

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BookDrop bins offer free book recycling at four Sussex County locations

Residents looking to donate unwanted books and other reading materials can use free BookDrop collection bins at four public drop-off locations in Sussex County. The bins accept hardcover and paperback books, textbooks, children’s books, CDs and DVDs. Materials that remain in readable condition are given a second life, while the rest are recycled as paper, keeping them out of landfills.

Sussex County, NJ · 1d