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Crash shut down Route 23 in Sussex County near High Point State Park
Route 23 was shut down for a time on Monday afternoon in Sussex County because of a crash, the state Department of Transportation posted on social media. The crash, which occurred at 3:45 p.m., happened just south of and involves a fuel spill, according to the DOT's 511nj.org. The highway was...
New Jersey Man Sees Mountain Lion at Edge of Farm Field
A New Jersey man says he saw what he believes to be a mountain lion last Thursday (June 27th). Meanwhile, the State of New Jersey continues to claim that there are no mountain lions in New Jersey. More mountain lions spotted in New Jersey. If you're new here - welcome!
22-Year-Old Cyclist Killed In Route 206 Sussex County Crash Was NYU Swimmer
Baranowski was on the right shoulder of Route 206 north in Sandyston Township when a Nissan passenger vehicle entered the roadway, crashed into the back of the bicycle, and veered off the roadway, colliding with a utility pole and overturning around 2:50 p.m. Saturday, June 29, Jeffrey Lebron, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said.
These Morris, Sussex fireworks shows will celebrate July 4th with a bang. See the details
With July 4 around the corner, Morris and Sussex county residents have a variety of patriotic events to attend this weekend, especially those that go "boom!" and "bang!" in the sky. You won't want to miss the the 48th Annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks. While this event is technically...
See all homes sold in Sussex County, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Sussex County reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 55 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,188-square-foot home on Arch Street in Ogdensburg that sold for $390,000. 11...
New Jersey Man Sees Mountain Lion at Edge of Farm Field
A New Jersey man says he saw what he believes to be a mountain lion last Thursday (June 27th). Meanwhile, the State of New Jersey continues to claim that there are no mountain lions in New Jersey. More mountain lions spotted in New Jersey. If you're new here - welcome!
NYU grad cyclist fatally struck by Bronx driver in New Jersey
A 22-year-old New York University graduate was killed in New Jersey after being run down from behind while riding his bicycle in New Jersey. Damian Baranowski, a Port Jervis native raised in Pennsylvania, was hit by a 21-year-old driver from the Bronx, according to NJ.com. The driver then struck a utility pole on Route 206 in Sussex County, which caused her Nissan to flip, leaving the motorist ...
Pennsylvania cyclist killed on Route 206 in Sussex County; driver suffers serious injuries
A cyclist was killed in Sussex County after they were struck by a car on Route 206 on Saturday afternoon. Damian Baranowski, a 22-year-old from Milford, Penn., was traveling north on the highway's right shoulder in Sandyston when a Nissan crossed into the shoulder and hit Baranowski, said New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron. Lebron said police responded to a call at about 2:50 p.m.
New Jersey Man Sees Mountain Lion at Edge of Farm Field
A New Jersey man says he saw what he believes to be a mountain lion last Thursday (June 27th). Meanwhile, the State of New Jersey continues to claim that there are no mountain lions in New Jersey. More mountain lions spotted in New Jersey. If you're new here - welcome!
Fredon Residents sign up for ReGroup Emergency Notification System
The Sussex County Office of Emergency Management has partnered with ReGroup to alert you about critical information in your area. Severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations are examples of the situations where community notifications may be necessary.
Bicyclist killed after being struck from behind by vehicle on Route 206
A 22-year-old bicyclist from Pennsylvania was killed after being struck from behind by a car while riding on the shoulder of Route 206 in Sussex County on Saturday, officials said. Damian Baranowski was riding northbound in Sandyston at about 2:50 p.m. when the car hit him, State Police said. The...
N.J. man allegedly got 3 separate COVID loans — totaling $600K — based on phony documents
A Sussex County man was indicted by a federal grand jury on charged alleging he falsified information on applications for millions of dollars in pandemic relief loans, U.S. District Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Tuesday. Nikenson Jean Mathurin, 44, of Sparta was indicted on three counts of wire fraud and...
Sussex County’s 11th annual Veterans Picnic to be held Aug. 17
HAMBURG BOROUGH, NJ (Sussex County) – The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services, Municipal Alliance, and the Veterans Committee welcome veterans and their families to attend the 11th Annual Veterans Picnic. This event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17 from noon to...
Frelinghuysen marijuana farm action postponed. See what's next
FRELINGHUYSEN — The hearing on whether to allow a greenhouse marijuana growing operation on open farmland along Route 94 was again postponed Monday before any testimony could be heard by the town's Land Use Board. The delay will give both sides time to research a potential obstacle to the...
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