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Vernon Senior of the Year Ceremony - Vernon, N.J. - 5/16/2013 Outstanding Senior of the Year Eleanor Cacchio.
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Mountain Creek Spring Classic - Vernon, N.J. - 5/19/2013 Local Pro Racer George Ryan of Vernon is shown airborne during Sunday’s professional racing circuit held at Mountain Creek. Ryan placed 7th in a field of the 55 racers in the men’s professional division. Last weekend the Mountain Creek Spring Classic brought in racers from as far away as New Zealand with hundreds of racers in the various competitions.
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The Sparta Spartans defeated the Wayne Valley Indians in high school girls varsity lacrosse on Thursday, May 16, 2013. The final score was 18-8. The Lady Spartans improved their record to 17-1-0. The game played at Sparta High School was the first round of the New Jersey Interschoolastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) lacrosse tournament. The win allowed Sparta to advance to the second round of the quarter finals.
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Vernon Township High School Culinary Throwdown - Vernon, N.J. - 5/15/2013 Winning team leader Chef Christian Cortes, an employee at Sodexo’s Hillsboro School District facilities brought together winning Vernon Township High School students Cassidy Braico, Jenn Redfern, Jess Rueger, and Ashley Weigel. Their winning menu consisted of Cheesy Cajun turkey potato balls, Stuffed Toquitos rolls made with freshly made sofrito sauce and a blend of fresh veggies and turkey. The meal was topped off with stuffed strawberries for dessert. According to VTHS Chef and Manager Carla Brandt, they received a plaque and the title of “Master of the Culinary Throwdown.”
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5/20/2013
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In one of the shortest commissioners meetings of recent history, resolutions were adopted, contracts were executed and recognition was given.
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The re-naming of state Route 739
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5/15/2013
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Fatima Statue Visits Vernon – Highland Lakes/Vernon, N.J. - 5/13/2013
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5/14/2013
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Cedar Crest Farm//Parker-Sisco Farmstead Marker Dedication - Vernon, NJ - 5/4/2013
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PAL Health & Fitness Fair - Vernon, N.J. - 5/8/2013 When the parking lot at the Vernon PAL is filled to capacity you can be sure something good is going on. Last Wednesday the annual Vernon PAL Health & Fitness Fair really packed them in. Presented by the Vernon PAL Youth Leadership and the Vernon Township High School Advanced Physical Education Class, the evening was quite a success with demonstrations including CPR and karate. There were many tables and displays offering important information about various health issues and helpful tips to assist residents in making good life style choices.
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The 2013 Sussex Christian School Pro Rodeo took place at the Sussex County Fairgrounds on Friday, May 10, 2013. The school and fairgrounds are located in Sussex County, New Jersey.
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Vernon PD’s Gator Emergency Simulation- Vernon, N.J. - 5/6/2013 As a simulated victim of a serious mountain biking accident, Jake Hasert of Barry Lakes lies in the Stokes litter rescue basket as it is slid into the back of the Vernon PD’s new John Deere Gator Ultimate Terrain Vehicle.
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5/13/2013
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The BMX bike show was held in the parking lot at the Newton Wal-Mart on sunday. The show was an hour long and freebies were given out to spectators. A Newton resident, Tom Mattice volunteered to sit in a chair on the ramp and be jummped by rider Rob Armour. Manager of the BMX group is Joe Scarborough who did all the announcements and music.
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5/12/2013
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5/9/2013
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Pipeline crash Jeep moved to PD Impound Yard - Vernon, N.J. - 5/7/2013 The Jeep that was involved in last Saturday’s horrific Tennessee Gas Pipeline crash has been successfully removed from the scene of the accident and relocated to the Vernon Police Department’s Impound Yard.
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5/7/2013
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The Milford Township Supervisors meeting on May 6 addressed road issues, Circle of Trees, the park service, road agreements and received the monthly report from the Milford Fire Department (MFD).
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5/7/2013
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Mountain Creek Bike Park Opens for Season with Mexican Theme - Vernon, N.J. - 5/4/2013 Biko de Mayo y Cinco de Mayo: This racer combined some pretty diverse head gear last weekend when at long last the mountain bike trails at Mountain Creek reopened for the season. The initial day was scheduled to include a mountain-wide scavenger hunt and a Mexican Hat Dance Foot-Down Challenge complete with Piñata at the resort’s Biergarten outdoor lounge.With a Mexican theme, sombreros were in order for the weekend’s seasonal launch. Following Mountain Creek Bike Park’s opening, the first series of high end races are set for May 18-19 with the Spring Classic Pro GRT. The professional races are scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sunday. Races are to include Downhill & Super D in both Professional and Amateur categories.
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5/6/2013
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Vernon Dog Park Grand Opening - Vernon, N.J. - 5/5/2013 At center is Barbara Green, the president of DOGS (Dog Owners Gathering Society) of Vernon who remarked that the dedication of the group’s volunteers for nearly seven years brought about their “Field of Dreams” with the creation of Vernon’s dog park that is now officially open to the public. According to Green, “Approximately seven years ago a survey was sent out to residents to see how an off-leash dog park would be accepted in Vernon. Comments ranged from, ‘Yes, we’d love one! Are you biased against cats? Don’t raise my taxes.’ A few months later a small group of residents met for the first time to look into the possibility of building a dog park. Would it work? Could we do it? Was there interest? Monthly meetings were then planned, committees formed and the endeavor began. How difficult could it be? It’s a dog park, just put up a fence. Little did we know the nightmares that would invade our dream.”Later this year fundraisers continue and donations are still being accepted. The group will be holding their 7th annual dog wash/nail clipping/micro-chipping event this July. For more information contact Green at 201-230-3973 (barb@dogsofvernon.org) or visit DOGS at www.dogsofvernon.org.
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Three severely injured in off-road pipeline crash - Vernon, N.J. - 5/4/2013 Local hero Thomas Hayes carries an injured 6-year-old boy named Michael to a waiting ambulance at the lower emergency staging area on Steamboat Drive East. After witnessing the crash from below, Hayes made his way to the base of the pipeline trail and then ran and climbed up the steep slope to the crash site from where he then took the young boy to safety far below. Besides the difficulty of the ascent, he also had to deal with a large black bear before he reached the child up on the slope above the wrecked Jeep.
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National Day of Prayer at Municipal Center - Vernon, NJ - 5/2/2013 Last Thursday under a deep blue sky some two dozen faithful came together in front of the Vernon Municipal Center to take part in the 62nd Annual National Day of Prayer. Established by an act of Congress in 1952 and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman, the tradition remains to this day. Leading the services in Vernon were Pastor Nik Fontana of the Faith With Love Fellowship at the McAfee Bible Church, Monsignor Robert Carroll of Our Lady of Fatima Church, and Pastor Roger Spence of Christ Community Church, both in Highland Lakes. Those present took turns praying for our governments and institutions ranging from our nation and troops at war to Vernon Township’s governmental leaders. Among the prayers offer by Pastor Fontana were that all present retain a point of view that comes from “compassion” and that our leaders in Washington not be so “party conscious.”
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5/3/2013
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4/30/2013
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On Saturday, April 27, volunteers from Warwick’s American Legion Post 214, VFW Post 4662 and Boy Scout Troop 45 completed the placing of over 1600 flags at the local gravesites of veterans throughout the area. The arduous task in Warwick and St. Stephen’s Cemeteries, along with many smaller and private cemeteries within the Town of Warwick, was in preparation for upcoming Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 27.
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4/29/2013
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On Sunday, Barry Lakes author Leesa Beckmann (left) brought her Sebastopol goose “Oliver” to Vernon Earthfest 2013. Here Oliver got to meet Glenwood resident Shirley Baldwin.The 13th such annual event was once again held at Heaven Hill Farm on Route 94. The thousands of people who attended could not have asked for a more beautiful day. Although milky clouds slowly arrived later in the day, the five-hour Earth Day celebration began as a warm spring-like day under the pale blue heavens. Among others, the event was sponsored by the Vernon Chamber of Commerce under the direction of coordinator Margaret Kranz of Valley National Bank. Throughout the day presentations were given by numerous organizations including Birds of Prey by the Delaware Raptor Center, Snakes-n-Scales, John Kraft of Lenape Lifeways of Stanhope, and Travis Gale of Eyes of the Wild. Free water testing was also offered by Mike Furrey of Dover-based Agra Environmental & Laboratory Services.
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Something’s fishy in Vernon…Nothing beats fishing with Grandpa. Reagan Hamilton, 9, of Vernon enjoyed a morning of fishing with her grandfather Caleb Williams of Shrewsbury, Pa. Last Saturday nearly 150 children and their folks came out for this year’s annual Vernon PAL Fishing Derby. The event was held at the Firemen’s Pavilion Pond, next the Vernon Fire Department on Route 515. Two sessions of fishing allowed the youngsters the chance to catch some 100 trout donated by Vernon’s Double “V” Rod & Gun Club. The largest trout stocked this year measured 22 inches. Additional native fish in the pond include large mouth bass and sunfish, which were the prevalent catch of the day.
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Student performers from the Delaware Valley Elementary School starred in a musical presentation of "Letters to Daddy". The musical had a three day run from April 26-28 2013 at the Delaware Valley High School in Milford, Pennsylvania. The musical deals with issues such as anti-bullying, suicide prevention, drug awareness etc.
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The Jersey Hills Wood Carvers got together at Jefferson Township High School on Thursday, April 25, 2013. The group meets from 7:PM to 9:PM on the first and third Thursday of each month (when school is in session) at Jefferson Township High School in Oak Ridge, New Jersey.
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4/29/2013
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The 17th annual A Taste of Talent took place at Perona Farms in Andover Township, N.J. The Monday April 22, 2013 event was a fundraiser for the Project Self - Sufficiency, a non-profit agency specializing in services for needy families in Sussex, Morris and Warren Counties of New Jersey.
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On Saturday, April 20, Father Angelo Micciulla (pronounced mit-chew-la), parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr, joined a formation of approximately 70 motorcycle enthusiasts, led by Warwick Police, on a 60 to 70 mile ride through local country roads. This was the second annual motorcycle blessing and ride.
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4/22/2013
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Vernon PAL Annual Cultural Day – Vernon, NJ – 4/20/2013 Guam native and Vernon Township High School Junior Ronelle Tajalle, 16, offered instruction in authentic Polynesian dancing at the Vernon PAL Annual Cultural Day hosted by the Vernon PAL Youth Leadership Council.On Saturday, the Vernon Police Athletic League gymnasium was filled with over 200 people who came to appreciate a broad sampling in international cuisine as well as storytelling and ethnic dance presentations. The event was made possible by contributions from Pochuck Farms, Gianna’s Restaurant, Little Anthony’s Pizzeria, Milano Restaurant, Eastern Garden, Jean-Claude’s Bakery, La Petite Cuisine, The Holland American Bakery, The Irish Cottage Inn, HalIigan’s Public House, Breezy Point Inn, and Smokey’s Brick Oven Tavern.
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4/22/2013
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Education, drugs, victims, judicial system list at County Commissioners meeting.
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4/17/2013
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Milford Garden Club, Circle of Trees and other issues discussed at Milford Township Supervisor Meeting.
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4/16/2013
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During last Friday’s Vernon Senior Center’s Western Roundup Party, 2012 Vernon Senior of the Year Barbara Mracek ended up in the slammer. But she didn’t do anything wrong. Really. The 2013 Vernon Senior of the Year awards will be announced at the township’s Spring Luncheon for seniors set for Thursday, May 16, noon to 3 p.m., at Minerals Resort.Vernon seniors interested in attending the luncheon can sign up at the Vernon Senior Center on Wednesday, April 17, between 9 a.m. and noon. Proof of residence must be provided at the time of signup. The cost is $7 per person and there will be no early signups permitted. Anyone who brings a nonperishable food donation to the signup will receive a ticket for a chance to win a prize at the luncheon. After this date, call 973-764-4055, ext. 2261. Senior bus transportation is available by calling 973-579- 0480, however, bus seating is limited.
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4/13/2013
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The Harlem Wizards beat the High Point Regional High School Wildcats school faculty on Wednesday, April 10, 2013. The final score was 102-92. The The charity basketball game was played at High Point Regional High School in Sussex, N.J. The Harlem Wizards are legendary for their trick shots and antics since their debut in 1962.
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Vernon High School beat West Milford High School in boys varsity lacrosse on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The final score was 16-4. The game took place at Vernon High School in Vernon, N.J.
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4/7/2013
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Opening day for space Farms Zoo and Museum was held on Saturday. Locals, season pass holders and visitors came from as far as Florida to see the animals. Extreme Pizza will be opening soon and will be open year round. Jill Space just returned from San Francisco, Ca. where Space learned about making a variety of pizza dough's from scratch and special sauce. The menus will offer calzones, desserts, assorted pizzas, wheat crust or gluten free and the toppings. Eat in, take out or delivery will be available. They plan to be open until 9 p.m. weekdays and 10 on the week ends.
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4/6/2013
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Fire destroys historic building leased by Progressive Health in Milford, leaves adjacent Ambience Furniture store virtually untouched.
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4/4/2013
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Milford Township Supervisors choose Gary Clark as interim supervisor, appoint replacement on planning board, discuss PA DEP nitrate regulation proposal, handle public requests for use of township property.
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Pike County Commissioners hear from Safe Haven president David Bever on Sexual Assault Awareness, Pike Autism Support Services on Autism Awareness and questions on DEP nitrate regulation proposal at meeting.
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4/3/2013
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Barry Lakes Annual Easter Celebration– Vernon, N.J. – 3/30/2013 Nicholas Ferreri, 7, of Barry Lakes poses with the Easter Bunny. The turnout for the Barry Lakes Easter Party and Egg Hunt broke records this year as well over 100 residents attended the festivities. Rather then hopping along the trails and through the forests of Wawayanda State Park to reach the party, the Easter Bunny arrived via automobile courtesy of Barry Lakes Road Director Carryl Daza. The afternoon included photo ops with the bunny as well as an egg hunt on the lawn in front of the clubhouse. Each plastic egg contained an individually wrapped chocolate surprise.
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4/1/2013
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DOGS of Vernon Easter Egg Hunt– Vernon, N.J. – 3/30/2013 Barney the Beagle was but one of dozens of canines that attended the fourth annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt Saturday at the off-leash dog park on Route 517 in Vernon. The dogs got a chance to hunt for plastic eggs containing dog treats. At the other end of Barney’s leash is his mom, Pat Lang of Highland Lakes.DOGS (Dog Owners Gathering Society) of Vernon, is also holding what they billed as a “Gigantic Garage Sale” at the Tractor Supply in Wantage on Saturday, April 27 and they will participate in Vernon’s upcoming EarthFest on Sunday, April 28.For more information contact Stu at 973-919-6963 (45stubaker@nac.net) or Barb 201-230-3973 (barb@dogsofvernon.org). Learn more about DOGS at www.dogsofvernon.org. Barbara Green, President of DOGS (Dog Owners Gathering Society) of Vernon gets ready to bring one of her two golden retrievers, Savannah, for an off-leash walk in the dog park. The grand opening of the dog park is scheduled for Sunday, May 5. According to Green, “We hope the dogs of Sussex County and their humans, as well as visitors to Sussex County will enjoy the park. Even if you don’t have a dog, stop by for a visit. It’s great fun to just watch the dogs playing and exploring. If you and your dog had an enjoyable time, please don’t forget to drop a donation in the donation barrel. We still have a very hefty construction loan to pay off as well as the costs of maintaining the park.”
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4/1/2013
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Heaven Hill Farm in Vernon Township, N.J. hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Bonnet Contest on Saturday March 30, 2013. The event attracted families from the tri-state area.
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Though a brisk wind and lingering showers were less than inviting, a lone man walks along the shore at the beach at Wawayanda State Park on Easter Sunday afternoon.
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St. Baldrick’s Head Shave Event at the Irish Cottage Inn– Franklin, N.J. – 3/24/2013 A close cut for kids… As his wife Lee was busy taking photos with her cell phone, Sussex Borough Fire Department Chaplain Wade Abbott got it all shaved off by haircutter Nicole Halliday of Main Street Barbers of Sussex.Many dozens of heads were shaved clean last Sunday at the fourth annual St. Baldrick’s fundraiser held at the Irish Cottage Inn in Franklin. The initial amount raised was $14,900 but with organizer Kevin O’Hara tempting the crowd to contribute more to see a friend’s beard or mustache removed the total tally went much higher and is expected to reach the $20,000 target amount. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a nonprofit group that raises funds for children’s cancer research. The day kicked off with the Leprechaun 5K run that raised some $3,000.
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3/25/2013
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A dissenting voice speaks loudly in a Vernon Township parking lot on the morning of Saturday, March 23, 2013.
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3/23/2013
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Hidden Valley’s Tavern on the Mountain Easter Party – Vernon, N.J. – 3/23/2013 The “real” Easter Bunny came to Hidden Valley’s Tavern on the Mountain thanks to Clara Lappert, 11, of Augusta who brought her male rabbit named “Nibbles.” She came with the Sussex County 4H club called “The Bunny Bunch.” The tavern’s new Director of Food & Beverage, Jimmy Signorini of Vernon, cooked up some batches of free Sabrett hotdogs to give to the crowd. Starting next Sunday, Easter morning, Tavern on the Mountain will begin to offer a weekly Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations may be made by calling 973-764-4200, extension 211 or visit them on the Web at www.TavernOnTheMountain.com.
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Currently the Malhame Buidling houses the mediation center for the Pike County Court system, but will house a courtroom and judicial offices in the near future, as part of the Courthouse expansion.
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Sheriff Strada’s visit to the Vernon XYZ Club - Vernon, NJ - 03/13/2013 Five members of the Sussex County Sheriff’s Department made their presentation last Wednesday to members of the XYZ Club at Vernon’s St. Francis de Sales Church. From the left they are Sheriff Michael F. Strada, Hilary Manser (Secretary to Sheriff Strada), Sheriff’s Officer Edmund Galinski, Sheriff’s Officer Kieren McMorrow, and Jail Security Specialist Terry Kelemen.
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Mountain Creek Pond Skimming – Vernon, N.J. – 3/10/2013 As the cardinals met at the Vatican to select a new pope, Mountain Creek President Bill Benneyan, dressed up as a cardinal bird as he made the very first attempt — and the day’s very first unsuccessful attempt — to cross the skimming pond during Mountain Creek’s Snowplow Luau Celebration last Sunday. The ski and snowboard season is now winding down although Mountain Creek South remains open.The winners were Chad Stother for Best Skim, Kris Cantos for Best Spill, Caroline Bjorkman for Best Individual Costume, and for Best Group Costume the penguins Nick Rafanelli, William Fiorenzo, and Adam Shamouil.
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Mid-Hudson St. Patrick's Parade 2013 Goshen, NY
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Michael Sullivan and Marcia Guberman
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3/6/2013
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Milford Township Supervisors discuss conditional use for Community Storage, supervisor and planning board replacement positions and DEP nitrate rules.
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3/6/2013
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Pipeline protestors continue to try and stop Tennessee Gas from moving forward with their Northeast Upgrade Project, and point out violations being ignored by government agnecies.
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3/6/2013
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Dingman Township Supervisors meeting
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2/25/2013
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Twenty eight degrees, a chilly wind, wearing a winter coat, standing in a gazebo looking out over the ice covered Greenwood lake
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2/24/2013
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2/22/2013
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2/19/2013
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Local snowboarders do well at the Mountain Creek’s Peanut Butter & Rail JamJoe Fallon of Tom’s River brought his son Miles, 11, up to Sussex County to compete in the Volcom Peanut Butter & Rail Jam. Along with his daughter, Fallon also brought his four-month-old Maltese “Buddy” along for the ride. But in the cold wind it was hard to tell whether he was keeping the dog warm, or vice versa. Competitors came from as far away as Vermont and Ontario, Canada. Local competitors who did well in the competition included “16 and Over” Winners: Bryan Watson of Sussex (1st Place), Stephen Cerra of Branchville (3rd Place), Brandon Schmidt of Stockholm (4th Place), and Tyler Mathis of Wantage (5th Place). “Girls Division Winners: Alexa Cerra of Branchville (1st Place) and Laura Longfield of Newton (4th Place). “Open Division” Winners: Tom Weiss of Newton (1st Place) and Kevin Kaczynski of Sparta (5th Place).
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2/18/2013
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The 2013 Wallkill Valley Invitational took place on Friday, February 15, 2013. The cheerleading competition took place at Wallkill Valley Regional High School in Hamburg, New Jersey. Several teams from Sussex County, New Jersey competed. Franklin Borough School, Our Lady of the Lake, Ogdensburg School, Sussex Middle School, Jefferson High School, High Point Regional High School and Wallkill Valley Elite cheer teams attended the event. Sussex Middle School won the overall title.
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2/18/2013
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Vernon seniors want to be your valentine.Al Doczy of the Glenwood section of Vernon speeds his way through another winning game of Nine Ball. A former regional Nine Ball Tournament player with a collection of trophies to prove it, Doczy has since suffered two strokes. He uses the pool tables at the Vernon Senior Center as “stroke therapy” to get his game back to where he wants it to be.Last Thursday, in celebration of St. Valentine’s Day, the Vernon Senior Center opened its doors to about 100 township seniors to help newcomers learn more about what the center has to offer. The day also included an open session of Zumba Gold workouts and yes; there was such a thing as a “free lunch.” The center is open weekdays to all area seniors. For additional information call Jane Damstra at 973-764-5454 or Melissa Wiedbrauk at 973-764-4055, extension 2261. The senior center is located at the rear of the municipal building.
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2/18/2013
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A grant and a gift were the news of the day for the Library board and the Friends group.
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2/17/2013
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The bridge on Berry road in Wantage was closed on Friday until it can be rebuilt.
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2/15/2013
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How would you like to volunteer and learn the process from sap to syrup at Lusscroft Farm State Park, Beemerville N.J.? As stated by Frank Hennion, Maple Sugaring Manager at Lusscroft Farm, it's almost that time of year. With warmer days and cool nights we have the perfect weather. Hennion would like to get started on Saturday at 9;00AM at the Lusscroft Sugar House. Forest Service Volunteers along with others moved a lot of firewood from the manure shed to the sugar house and repaired knocked down sap lines from hurricane Sandy. The first couple of days require the most work.The old stove pipe in the sugar house needs to be replace, the evaporator set up,storage tanks cleaned and checking all the sap lines along with tapping.Volunteers are needed throughout the sugaring season to run daily operations (7days a week) until March.Hennion stated that they have some dedicated individuals that sacrifice a lot of personal time and hopes that others would be willing to give a little more time volunteering as well. On March 16th and 17th there will be the annual open house for the public to visit the sugar bushes, see how maple syrup is made and the sugar house and sell syrup made during the season. Last year over 500 visitors observed the operations and purchased local syrup. The revenue form the maple suagaring operation benefits the ongoing maintenance of the sugar house and supports the upkeep of the Lusscroft Farm State Park. Anyone willing to spend a long day and possibly an evening watching sap boil can contact Lusscroft Farms or show up on Saturday, february, 23rd at 9;00 AM. Have some fun gathering sap, watching the steam and meeting new people. No qualifications are needed. You will have to sign a volunteer form with the State Park so you will be covered by insurance. See you there.
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2/13/2013
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As snow storm Nemo cleared out on Saturday February 9 ,2013 high winds continued to cross the black dirt flats of Pine Island in Warwick causing substantial snow drifts along the farm roads and fields. Pine Island residents Dave Olejniczak, Louie Myruski and Ray Wesolowski shown in the photos were just a few of the many snow mobile riders out there taking on the challenge of riding the drifts.
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2/10/2013
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Paul Bechtel of McLane Associates discusses plans for the Bridge preserve property being named the "Cornelia and Florence Bridge Preserve', after the late Charlie Bridge's mother and wife.
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2/5/2013
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Sparta High School varsity basketball player Zachary Frick scored his 1000th point on Saturday, February 2, 2013. The senior helped his team defeat visiting Belvidere High School 75-43. Frick was the games leading scorer with a total of 18 points. After the conclusion of the game Frick's total was 1,014 points. Sparta High School is located in Sparta Township, N.J.
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2/4/2013
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Stonewall a six year old resident at Space Farms Zoo and Museum came out to predict the upcoming weather for locals. Caught in one photo with eyes tightly closed, Stonewall was trying not to see his shadow so spring would come early.Eventually he did take a peek and seeing his shadow, predicted six more weeks of winter for the area.
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2/3/2013
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Jefferson Township High School Lost to Pequannock High School in ice hockey on Saturday, January 26, 2013. The final score was 6-0. The game took place at Skylands Iceworld in Stockholm, New Jersey. Both schools are located in north west New Jersey.
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1/28/2013
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Winter Festival 2013 at High Point State Park took place on Saturday, January 26, 2013. High Point State Park is located in Montague, N.J. The Friends of High Point State Park organization sponsored the event inside the High Point State Park Interpretive Center and surrounding park grounds. Activities included ice fishing demonstrations, snowshoeing, guided hike, and crafts for children, storytime, sing-a-long, and hot cocoa by the fire.
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1/28/2013
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The cold weather on saturday did not keep visitors away from the winter activities at High Point State park. Locals showed up to try their hand at snow shoeing, skiing, ice fishing, bird feeder snacks, toasting marshmellows and more. Friends of High Point State Park were on hand to give instruction as needed.Michael Bender of Stanhope and a volunteer explained the how to of ice fishing which can be a free, fun outdoor activity for all ages.
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1/27/2013
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Pike County Commissioners discuss training center, block grants and pipeline at recent meeting, with reports from Christine Kerstetter and George Beodeker.
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1/23/2013
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Barry Lakes Kids’ Baking Class – Vernon, N.J. – 01/21/2013 In the right foreground, Nicholas Ferreri, 7, of Barry Lakes adds a personal touch to his work in progress: French vanilla cupcakes that will soon be crowned with strawberry icing after the baking cycle is done.His mother Mary is the Barry Lakes recreation director as well as being an enthusiastic and talented chef. On Monday, while President Barack Obama was being inaugurated and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was being observed with the closure of Vernon schools, over a dozen area children got a baking lesson at the Barry Lakes clubhouse on Wawayanda Mountain. If they last that long, the finished cupcakes had a Valentines Day theme.
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1/21/2013
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Tubbs Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer – Vernon, N.J. – 01/19/2013
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1/21/2013
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The Sparta Camer Club held their Expo XXVIII on Sunday at the Sparta ambulance building.Pam Cordts won Best in Show for her photo titles "Solitude". Cordts also recieved Image of the Year. The Expo was open to the public and willbe moved on wednesday to the second floor of the court house to be on display for the month of February.
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1/20/2013
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Fire fighters work on barn fire at 144 Sawkill Ave in Milford, PA, a location attributed as the home in which Frank McCourt wrote "Angela's Ashes". One person was injured at the scene.
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1/18/2013
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The Tenth Annual Roxy Rumble took place on Sunday, January 13, 2013. The cheer leading competition was at Roxbury High School in Succasunna, N.J. The event attracted teams from Sussex County and other areas in New Jersey and New York State. The Hopatcong Warriors recreation cheerleaders based in Hopatcong, N.J. and the Lenape Valley Regional High School Patriots varsity, junior varsity and recreation cheerleaders participated. Lenape Valley Patriots won first place in the Junior Varsity Recreation category. They won 3rd place in the Varsity Recreation category and 6th place in the Small Varsity category. Hopatcong Warriors finished in fourth place in the Varsity Recreation category.
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1/14/2013
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TransAM Snowboarding Competition at Mountain Creek – Vernon, N.J. – 01/12/2013 Brandon Schmidt, 20, of Stockholm was the showstopper last Saturday at the TransWorld TransAM Snowboarding Competition held at Mountain Creek. Nearly every jump he took included a crowd-pleasing somersault. Schmidt is being sponsored by Launch Snowboards and is leaving for New Zealand later this week to take part in the Nitro Circus competitions.This year’s TransAM is the 11th of the series. There are eight stops in this year’s series and first place male and female riders automatically qualify to compete in the finals at Park City Mountain Resort in Utah and the first place qualifiers also win airfare to the finals.The names of the winners of Saturday’s event where not available at press time.
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1/14/2013
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Sussex and Stanhope firetrucks ladders were extended across Maple street in Stillwater with a 60 foot flag to honor EMS rescuer William Martin, Jr. who died in the line of duty on January 8, 2013. Over ninteen firetrucks and ambulance attended on Halsted street at St. Joseph R. C. church and in the procession to Stillwater Cemetery.
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1/13/2013
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Milford Township Supervisors annual complete reorganization, discuss Circle of Trees Retreat and get year end report from MFD Chief Tony Mann at the first meeting of 2013..
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1/9/2013
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Supervisors meeting
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1/9/2013
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Rider raise money for hospice.
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1/1/2013
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snow scenes around the area
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12/31/2012
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Susan Beecher receives recognition for 23 years of dedicated service at the Conservation District, while Keith Raser quietly retires and CCIS loses bid for services contract.
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12/26/2012
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12/24/2012
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12/24/2012
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New member of the Pike County Library Board, attends his first meeting, where the disposition of the Lackawaxen branch is discussed.
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12/19/2012
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Barry Lakes Pancake Breakfast with Santa – Barry Lakes/Vernon, N.J. – 12/15/2012 With the help of Jeff Hansen of the Cliffwood Lake section of Vernon, Santa managed to find his way to the Barry Lakes clubhouse last Saturday for the lake association’s community breakfast.. Although Santa wasn’t too hungry after his trip, over 50 people enjoyed pancakes, gingerbread pancakes, sausage, and generous strips of bacon. Barry Lakes recreation direction Mary Ferreri supervised the volunteer kitchen squad and as they met Santa, each of the children was given a holiday gift.
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12/17/2012
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Military Family Night Out – Vernon, N.J. – 12/13/2012 Seven military families came to the Vernon VFW to learn more about the “Military Family Night-Out” program, which offers military families the opportunity to enjoy dinner once a week while benefiting from the many incentives of the program. The program also features $300 in gift card incentives to local business establishments “upon graduating.”
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12/17/2012
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Calling All Angels Thrift Shoppe, in Milford, celebrates one year in operation and raising money for food purchases benefiting the Ecumenical Food Pantry..
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12/12/2012
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Our Lady of Fatima church hosts community caroling – Highland Lakes/Vernon, N.J. – 12/08/2012 Kathleen Knop, 8, of Highland Lakes portrays the Virgin Mary during the children’s presentation of The Living Nativity scene.The occasion was on Saturday when Our Lady of Fatima Church on Breakneck Road in Highland Lakes invited the entire community in for a Christmas carol festival and a wide variety of refreshments. Parents with young children were encouraged to come so that the kids could also enjoy arts and crafts and singing that was focused on children.The story Jesus’ birth according to Luke was presented by a group of young children. Keyboardist John Fanelli provided the music for the occasion.
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12/10/2012
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Milford Township Supervisors discuss budget (what to cut, what to raise and who to donate to), the Circle of Trees Retreat (who they are and do they need township intervention) and ethics question involving Don Quick.
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12/5/2012
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Pike Commissioners select the winning team from the Santos farm land development project. Karthik Ramaswamy, Hannah Matthews, Joseph Centanni, Joseph Ondo and Sofie Lutfy.
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12/5/2012
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Bob Winter’s Holiday Display – Vernon, N.J. – 12/2/2012 The man in the some photos is Bob Winter making adjustments to the display. He is a volunteer fireman with the Allendale (Bergen County) Volunteer Fire Department.Bob Winter’s display includes a food donation box. As an estimated 500 families visit his display each season they are encouraged to leave food donations and pet supplies which he brings to the free food pantry in the lobby of the St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church off Route 94 in Vernon. The food he leaves at the food pantry disappears every night as needy families help themselves to the donated items. Toy donations will also be given to children in need.He says that it is not uncommon for families to bring cameras and video equipment with them to take photos of their children.He has been putting up the display for the last 16 years. He begins setting it up immediately after Halloween. It takes a full month to complete the display. The yard is a maze of electrical wires and extension cords and it takes more than five minutes to light and power the entire display.In addition to the nativity scene and many holiday-themed characters, there are two train sets that run continuously. New this year in trains is the Teddy Bear Railroad. There are also free candy canes in the red baskets at the bottom of the driveway for visiting children.Directions to 22 Valley Drive North in the Vernon Valley Lakes/Glenwood section of Vernon: From the intersection of Route 517 and Route 644 (Vernon Crossing Road), take Route 517 north for 1.2 miles and then turn left onto Valley Drive. Take Valley Drive for 0.4 miles. You will head straight and up and over the hill and then follow the road as it curves to the right. At the stop sign, turn left onto Clover Lane. The house is on the next corner on the left side. Turn left onto Valley Drive North. The food donation box is near the street on the left side of the driveway.
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12/3/2012
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Community Choral Society Performance at St. Thomas’ Church – Vernon, N.J. – 12/2/2012 2011 Vernon Senior of the Year Terri Van Emburgh sings during the Community Choral Society’s winter concert, entitled “We All Need a Little Christmas” on Sunday. As Senior of the Year, Van Emburgh’s accomplishments included working for the Salvation Army, her participation as a singer and as the current secretary of the Community Choral Society, and her volunteer work for Saint Clare’s Sussex Hospital and Hospital Auxiliary.The program featured a wide variety contemporary and classic holiday favorites including “Mary, Did You Know,” “Goin’ to Bethlehem,” “All for a Baby” and “Ring the Bells of Christmas” and several more. The concert was held at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church on Route 94 and included refreshments after the performance. The Community Choral Society is led by director Danielle Kastner and accompanied by Eleanore O’Mara, of Vernon.
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12/3/2012
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Pike Commissioners meet John Bell, hear about, Sally Corrigan, Susan Beecher's replacement, the annual report from the Pocono Mountain Visitor's Bureau and other business.
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11/28/2012
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11/27/2012
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Holiday Images taken in Vernon – Vernon, N.J. – 11/25/2012 Images of holiday decorations taken at Heaven Hill Farm.
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11/27/2012
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Milford, Pike County, PA sees first significant snowfall - up to four inches in town.
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11/27/2012
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Vernon Fire Department Photo Op with Santa (Pups) – Vernon, N.J. – 11/25/2012 On Sunday the Vernon Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary offered pet photos with Santa at the Vernon Firehouse. Although the focus was on pets and primarily dogs, quite a few family photos included the kids and even some adults too.Repeating his performance of 2012 and dressed in red, was dog lover and Vernon firefighter Guy Kovalcik, who assisted Santa throughout the afternoon.
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11/26/2012
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Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo – Vernon, N.J. – 11/20/2012 Playing the part of Mr. Scrooge is actor Paul Meacham who is also the artistic director for the Tri-State Actors Theater in Newton. The group will be performing Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at Sussex County Community College December 13 through December 23.Although initially postponed due to Superstorm Sandy, the 20th annual Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo went off without a hitch last Tuesday with well over 100 area businesses and organizations attending the exposition at Crystal Springs Country Club in Hardyston.Exhibitors includes representatives from various industries including health care, home improvement/remodeling, senior services, interior decorating, solar energy, landscaping, performing arts, financial services, health and wellness businesses, and veterinarians to boot.
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11/25/2012
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Vernon Fire Department Photo Op with Santa (People) – Vernon, N.J. – 11/24/2012 Oliver got Santa’s goose, alright…“But Santa, it’s not a duck, it’s a goose; a Sebastopol goose.” Barry Lakes author Leesa Beckmann brought “Oliver the Goose” for photos with Santa and offered her locally oriented books for those who were looking for the perfect holiday gift.. As a fundraiser of the Vernon Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and in turn the fire department, last Saturday firefighter Rob Shirhall took the honors in very personally helping out the merry old elf.Although Santa wasn’t sure what he’d be eating on Christmas Day, Oliver, the star of three of Beckmann’s books, apparently was not on the menu.
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11/25/2012
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Milford Township Supervisors discuss business minus their long time secretary, Viola Canouse.
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11/20/2012
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Pike County Library board discusses budget issues, dinner/dance plans and new building at their November 19 meeting.
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11/20/2012
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Jamming for Jersey Hurricane Sandy Relief Effort - Vernon, NJ - 11/18/2012 R.E.N.O. the Band. Blue North.
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11/19/2012
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On Saturday, November 17, Warwick’s Boy Scouts of America Troop 45 advanced four more of its members to the rank of Eagle, raising the Troop’s total of Eagle Scouts to 89 since it was first organized in 1960.
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11/19/2012
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Barry Lakes Dam Construction
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11/13/2012
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Sussex county fairgrounds became the staging area for JCP&L and out of state workers. Tents housing a food area, nurses on site, port a johns, sleeping quarters and laundry services were all available to the workers. First Energy is the parent company of JCP&L, based in Ohio. Storm Services had most of their volunteers from Illonios. Their next stop will be New York with about 12 sites there needing help.
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11/11/2012
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Wantage locals, Jacob Thiessen, Erich and Paul Heinzelmann found their own fun after Sandy took down two trees in their backyard. After crashing to the ground, the sod like grass made for a perfect slide down the tree roots.
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11/11/2012
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Delaware Riverkeeper Network sponsors tour of Tennessee Gas Pipeline's proposed Loop 323 through Pike County Park Trails.
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11/7/2012
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Election Day at the Vernon Municipal Building - Vernon, NJ - 11/06/2012 Vernon native and poll worker Shirley Baldwin is shown signing in a voter in the Council Chambers of the Vernon Municipal Building on Church Street.It was ironic that as township employees walked up and down the outside halls, the voters inside the room were deciding whether the very same employees would get raises this year. The Vernon Township Council whose raises are also on the ballot, use the very same room for their biweekly meetings. Signs on the front entrance door of the Vernon Municipal Building direct voters to emergency alternate voting places.
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11/6/2012
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Belated Halloween in Vernon - Vernon, NJ - 11/03/2012 Trick or Treat in Barry Lakes. By order of Mayor Victor Marotta, Halloween in Vernon was celebrated last Saturday as opposed to Governor Chris Christie’s order to celebrate on Monday instead.At this house the children had a choice between two candy bars, two trinkets, or one of each. Most of the kids opted for two trinkets.
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11/5/2012
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Vernon gas station lines after Superstorm Sandy - Vernon, NJ - 11/05/2012 Vernon Police Department Patrolman Harry Russo directs traffic at the Delta station at the three corners intersection of Wawayanda, Canistear, and Breakneck Roads in Highland Lakes. The new gasoline sales restrictions have taken their toll on Vernon. With much of the town still without power, including some of the town’s gas stations, the Vernon Police Department has been controlling traffic in and out of the stations that are open.On Saturday the Gulf station on Route 94 was open with about 60 cars in line waiting for fuel.
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11/5/2012
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Vote NO Vernon Pay Raises Signs - Vernon, NJ - 11/05/2012 Over the weekend, signs urging voters to vote no on the Vernon salary pay raises appeared all over town. According to the Vernon Taxpayers Association president, former mayor Sally Rinker, the Association placed 100 signs around the township.
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11/5/2012
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Although Sandy was classified as only a category 1 hurricane, it left more destruction throughout the area than any other storm in recent memory.
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11/3/2012
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11/1/2012
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Hurricane Sandy Disaster Photos
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10/31/2012
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Hurricane Sandy, said to be a 1 in 100 storm of the century and worse than Irene, does damages as it slams into Pike County, but not nearly as bad.
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10/30/2012
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Barry Lakes Adult Halloween - Vernon, NJ - 10/27/2012 The “adult” Halloween party drew some 50-plus local residents and featured a combination of catered food and various goodies and holiday decorations by Barry Lakes recreation director May Ferreri. Some of the costumes included very adult themes.
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10/29/2012
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Second Annual Vernon Girls’ Softball Fall Classic - Vernon, NJ - 10/28/2012 Natalie Alheidt, 11, proves that Viking spirit was strong during the Second Annual Vernon Girls’ Softball Fall Classic held at Lounsberry Middle School, which was sponsored by the Vernon Girls Softball League.According to game coordinator Margaret Gummere, 16 teams participated in the a three game tournament. There were eight 10U teams and eight 12U teams. Teams traveled from Poughkeepsie, Rockland County, Orange County, and Goshen, N.Y., Warren County, Kinnelon, Lenape, Hillsborough, Mount Olive, Kinnelon, Randolph, and Sparta. Three Vernon travel teams participated.Championship games were played between: 10U Lenape Blazers and Fielder's Choice/Kaboom and 12U NJ Sparks and Warren County Warriors.Fielder’s Choice/Kaboom and the Warren County Warriors won first place in their respective divisions.
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10/29/2012
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Barry Lakes Children’s Halloween Parade and Party - Vernon, NJ - 10/27/2012 Megan Hertlein, 8, of Barry Lakes won first prize for her costume “Swamp Girl, a.k.a. Hurricane Sandy” at last Saturday’s Barry Lakes Children’s Halloween Parade and Party. The party invitations included the haunting premonition, “Hopefully we won’t have another blizzard like we did last year!” Toys R Us gift certificates were awarded for the best costumes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. The goodie table and the numerous decorations were the creations of recreation director May Ferreri.
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10/28/2012
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Heaven Hill Farm’s Annual Costume Contest - Vernon, NJ - 10/27/2012 Body-part zombie Ozzie Tobin, 6, of Highland Lakes won first place for the scariest outfit. Heaven Hill Farm once again hosted its annual costume contest last Saturday. Although the Halloween season is winding down, there will be some pumpkin bashing going on at the farm on both days next weekend during “Pumpkin Palooza” and some pumpkin smashing madness the season’s Last Fling Pumpkin Festival.Events will include: Crash Test Pumpkins, Pumpkin Chunkin’, Reverse Pumpkin Darts, Pumpkin Bowling, and of course, a Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest (very messy for contestants).
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10/28/2012
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Mountain Creek Bike Park Closes for Season - Vernon, NJ - 10/27/2012 Seasoned racer John Hanson of Vernon tears down a path on his way to make another run down Mountain Creek’s series of mountain bike trails.Although the mountain bike season has drawn to a close, the resort is stepping up efforts to be ready for an early snowfall, following Hurricane Sandy, of course. Mountain bike enthusiast, longtime competitive racer, and Mountain Creek employee George Ryan of Franklin flies through the air with the greatest of ease. Yes, there is an air bag below.
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10/28/2012
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The Tuxedo Historical Society launches a three-week exhibition on Monday, Oct. 29, of photographs, artifacts and oral histories of the Tuxedo Park School. The exhibit, which celebrates 113 years of learning, will be staged at the historical society’s offices at 7 Hospital Road, just off Route 17 in Tuxedo. Among the stories to be told are those of the World War II British “war orphans.” Just over 70 years ago, a few dozen of these children came to Tuxedo Park School. They lived at the nearby “Children’s House,” a vacant home that was staffed to accommodate the children taken in by local Park families from British families fearful of the German “Blitz.” Here are just some of the photographs provided by the Tuxedo Park School.
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10/25/2012
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These are photos taken by Nancy Kriz and Jack Emmer from the 50th anniversary celebration of Pine Tree Elementary School in Monroe on Oct. 18 and 19. It took Pine Tree Elementary two days of celebrations to suitably mark a half-century of educating students. With over 500 in attendance, school officials celebrated the school’s first 50 years during an evening community event on Oct. 18, with events for students last Friday, Oct. 19. Highlights of Thursday’s ceremony included a number of former Pine Tree principals returning to the school, and the presentation of a 50th anniversary tree --- a pine tree, of course --- to be planted on school grounds. The tree was the gift of John Warbrick, who taught in the Monroe-Woodbury School District for 42 years, with 32 years at Pine Tree. He retired two years ago and is a big part of Pine Tree’s history, according to school officials. Additionally, guests heard a special music performance of “The Orchestra,” jointly conducted by Stanley Curtis, Pine Tree’s 1962 choral director, and Lynn Brown, its current choral director. Pine Tree fifth-graders also performed “At Pine Tree,” a song written by Robert Barlow’s 2010 fifth-grade class. The evening also included the presentation of an “i-movie,” a pictorial presentation of the school’s history, prepared by Mary Ellen Warbrick, Joan Holland, Dennis Kerstanski and Nancy See.
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10/25/2012
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Franklin Senior of the Year 2012 - Franklin, NJ - 10/20/2012
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10/22/2012
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JESSIE'S DELI THAT BURNT DOWN A FEW WEEKS AGO IS PLANNING A FAST RETURN , AT THE OLD RUSTY ANCHOR... SEE PICTURES ....
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10/22/2012
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PUMP TRACK IN WEST MILFORD NJ OPENING OCT 21 2012 PHOTO BY DON WEBB
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10/19/2012
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These are photographs taken by Don Beeler on Oct. 12. Monroe-Woodbury High School lost to Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh that Firdau evening by a score of 16-10. Nonetheless, the Crusaders qualified to play in the Class AA semifinals on Oct. 27. This Friday evening, the 6-1 Crusaders take on the 5-2 Minisink Valley Warriors at home in Central Valley. Minisink Valley also has qualified for the playoffs and will face Pine Bush in the other Class AA semifinal Oct. 27 at Dietz Stadium in Kingston. The Crusaders will face the winner of Friday’s game between Warwick and Washingtonville in the Class AA semifinals next Saturday at Faller Field in Middletown. Here are some statistics from last Friday’s contest: Passing Kevin Carr: Completed 4 of 15 passes for 61 yards. He also was intercepted once. Rushing Team: 32 rushing plays for a total of 161 yards Kevin Carr: 21 carries for 103 yards; his longest run went for 35 yards. Michael Gavin: One carry for 10 yards Mark Tooma: 10 carries for 48 yards, including one 40 carry. Receiving Team: Four receptions for 63 yards. Mark Tooma: One catch for 10 yards. Justin Kaffenberger: Three catches for 51 yards. Scoring Quarterback Kevin Carr scored six points with his rushing touchdown. Kicker Matt Valentini totaled four points: three on an 18-yard field goal and one following Carr’s touchdown. Tackles Team: 25 solo tackles, 45 assisted, 70 total Irvens Eristil: 4 Matt Valentini: 1 Ricky Giraldo: 7 John Mallon: 5 Cole Gennett: 14 Elijah Scott: 4 Brendan Fee: 3 Michael Gennaro: 11 Connor Fitzgerald: 3 Joe Hnatko: 1 Kenny Fee: 6 James Chambers: 4 Rob Kelly:7 Connor Fitzgerald also sacked the NFA quarterback for an eight-yard loss. Irvens Eristil also intercepted an NFA pass.
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Pike County United Women, Wayne Memorial and library board top commissioners meeting agenda.
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10/17/2012
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These are photographs taken by Nancy Kriz. By popular request, Monroe-Woodbury High School students and teachers have again volunteered to paint storefront windows in fun and spooky Halloween themes. On Oct. 12 and 13, students were seen with paint buckets and brushes bringing their cute and ghoulish visions to life. “A lot of work goes into this besides the two days that are devoted to painting,” wrote Village Mayor James Purcell in a note to residents. “Next time you ride through the village take a moment to admire the efforts of the student artists in our community.”
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10/17/2012
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Pike County Public Library Board gets a new member, Dina Feldman, on its way to going from a 7-member board to a 9-member group.
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10/16/2012
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Garden State Black Powder Association Encampment at High Breeze Farm - Vernon, NJ - 10/13/2012
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10/15/2012
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Heaven Hill Farm Annual Pumpkinland - Vernon, NJ - 10/14/2012
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10/15/2012
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Mimi’s Place has grand opening - Sussex Borough, NJ - 10/13/2012 Mimi’s Place recently reopened for business. The eatery is located at 4 Hamburg Avenue (Route 23), right in the heart of town. At Mimi’s Place, waitress Carrie Lyons gets ready to serve a hot cup of fresh-brewed coffee.
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10/15/2012
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Wantage car show draws hundreds. Best in Show for a vintage truck was Hamburg’s Dan Storms for his 1929 Ford Model A.This Saturday’s 5th Annual Veterans Memorial Car, Truck and Bike show held at the Wantage Woodbourne Veterans Memorial Park was a big success. According to organizer Christine Feoranzo, the show is expected to raise about $2,000 and funds will be donated to the VVA Chapter #1002 at the groundbreaking of the Northern New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemetery to help fund the phase 1 construction.The winners this years of 1st place Best in Show are for Car - Brad Lynch’s 1933 Ford Coupe, for Truck - Dan Storms’ 1929 Ford Model A, and for Bike - Art Frisbie’s Custom Built Chopper.
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10/15/2012
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Congressional candidate Adam Gussen visits Vernon - Vernon, NJ - 10/07/2012 Congressional candidate Adam Gussen visited Vernon’s Nordic House café on Sunday immediately following the only scheduled debate with Rep. E. Scott Garrett. The main dining area was packed with area residents who overflowed into the adjoining hallway.
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10/9/2012
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On Sunday, October 7, Warwick Municipal Airport hosted its Annual Tenant Appreciation Day featuring a static display, musical entertainment and lots of food.
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10/9/2012
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Twisted Family Tree Indian Summer Concert - Vernon, NJ - 10/06/2012 Keyboardist Joe Biglin of the Jefferson-based Jungle Jazz Initiative performs with cold toes on Saturday at the Twisted Family Tree Productions Indian Summer Concert held at Vernon’s Rickey & Son Farm.Although according to organizer Stephanie Moore, despite various weather-related challenges, by Saturday afternoon some 400 people had arrived at the venue. Between a foreboding forecast with passing showers, strong tent-toppling winds, and a near freezing night, the concerts went on. The profits from last year’s event went to the Nature Conservancy’s “Plant a Billion Trees” campaign and this year’s take went to benefit The World Wildlife Fund and their Save the Tiger Program. Nearly 30 acts performed over the three-day weekend.
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10/7/2012
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These are photographer Don Beeler's images from Monroe-Woodbury's 27-14 homecoming victory against the Kingston Tigers last Friday night. The 6-0 Monroe-Woodbury Crusades travel to Newburgh Friday evening to face 4-2 Newburgh Free Academy in a conference game. Monroe-Woodbury comes off a 27-14 homecoming victory against Kingston Tigers last Friday. The NFA Goldbacks hope to bounce back from their 41-0 loss to Pine Bush. Pine Bush fell 24-7 to the Crusaders on Sept. 28. By the numbers Offense: Here are some statistics from last Friday’s game: Kevin Carr completed 9 of 18 passes for 108 yards and one touchdown. Justin Kaffenberger caught seven of those passes, including the touchdown, for a total of 101 yards. The offense rushed for 286 yards on 45 carries. Carr totaled 123 yards and scored three times; Mark Tooma carried 16 times for 97 and Kaffenberger had five carries for 66. Defense: The Crusader defense held the Kingston Tigers to 19 yards on the ground on 19 carries. Kingston quarterback Pat Dorrian, a junior like Carr, completed 21 of 36 passes for 205 yards and one touchdown. The defense registered 55 tackles, including 30 solo stops. The Crusaders also had five quarterback sacks - three by Kenny Fee and two by Rob Kelly. The total tackles by player were: Irvens Eristil: 1 Matt Valentini: 1 Brandon Lewis: 5 Ricky Giraldo: 8 John Mallon: 8 Cole Gennett: 4 Elijah Scott: 3 Brendan Fee: 3 Michael Gennaro: 7 Connor Fitzgerald: 2 Kenny Fee: 6 James Chambers: 2 Rob Kelly: 4
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10/5/2012
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Silken Wool Home Gallery Grand Opening - Hardyston, NJ - 10/2/2012 Tuesday’s grand opening and ribbon cutting of Silken Wool Home on Route 94 in Hardyston. Shown from left are employee John Goleski, Jerry Fincke, Randy DeMarcado, owner Susan Ghorbanian, Susanne Lerescu of Crystal Springs Resort, landlord Pat Barrett, Hardyston Deputy Mayor Leslie Hamilton, landlady Karen Barrett, owner Bruce Ghorbanian, Cecelia Fincke, and employee Chris Risano. In the foreground is the Ghorbanian’s chief security officer “Quincy,” a 2-1/2-year-old, 95 pound, Polish Tatra.
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10/2/2012
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Child Safety Day held in Highland Lakes - Vernon, NJ - 9/30/2012 Last Sunday in the parking lot of the Highland Lakes Clubhouse, members of law enforcement helped parents to ensure that their children’s child safety seats were properly installed and in good working order. Workers and volunteers came from the Vernon Police Department, the Newton Police Department, the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office, the Pequannock Police Depart, the North New Jersey Safe Kids organization, the Highland Lakes Fire Department, and the Vernon Ambulance Squad. The children got to explore fire engines and an ambulance.
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10/1/2012
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Multi-vehicle crash on Breakneck Road - Vernon, NJ - 9/30/2012 Last Sunday at around 4:45 p.m. a multi-vehicle crash brought both the downhill and uphill lanes to a close. The crash occurred a few hundred feet east and uphill of the entrance to Tavern on the Mountain at the Hidden Valley Ski Resort. Police arrived several minutes after the crash.
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10/1/2012
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Sylvia Montero at the Cava Winery - Hardyston, NJ - 9/30/2012 Sparta resident Sylvia Montero talks about “Beating the Odds” at the Cava Winery in Hardyston. She started life as a poor rural girl in Puerto Rico and went on to become the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Pfizer Global.
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10/1/2012
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The Endorphin 5k and 2k Run-Walk at Wild West City 2012 took place on September 29, 2012. Wild West City is in Stanhope, New Jersey. Two hundred runners of all ages particpated. The purpose of the annual charity race is to raise funds and awareness about brain diseases. Proceeds go to the non profit group Irene & Eric Simon Brain Research Foundation.
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9/29/2012
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Freeholder meet and greet - Vernon, NJ - 9/23/2012 Sussex County Freeholder candidates Jim Tighe (left) and Susan Williams share their ideas with their host, local businessman and resident Russ Fischer of Vernon.
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9/25/2012
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These are photographer Don Beeler's photographs from Monroe-Woodbury High School's 34-10 victory over Middletown High School on Friday, Sept. 21. Through its four victories, Monroe-Woodbury has scored an average of 36 points per game (144 total points) while holding their opponents to less than 13 points per contest (49 total points allowed). The Monroe-Woodbury Crusaders face Pine Bush at home Friday evening in Central Valley in a contest of undefeated varsity football programs.
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9/25/2012
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Oktoberfest at Mountain Creek Resort - Vernon, NJ - 9/22/2012
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9/24/2012
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Jolie DeFeis and the Stop the Insanity protest group rolls through Milford, PA in a "car parade" in order to raise awareness of the Tennessee Gas Pipeline's proposed loop cutting through nearly 7 miles of Pike County.
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9/22/2012
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These are Ed Bailey' photographs from Wednesday night's Greenwood Lake School Board meeting where a petition with more than 460 signatures on it was presented to the Board of Education. The petition asked that the BOE reconsider it's position and include Tuxedo with Warwick Valley and Chester as where they could send their high school-age students to in the coming years. No action on the petition was taken.
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9/20/2012
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March of Dimes Walk-a-thon, recycling, pipeline and family services discussed at commissioners weekly meeting.
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9/19/2012
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9/16/2012
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Bear activist found not guilty at Vernon Municipal Court - Vernon, N.J. - 9/11/2012 Susan Kehoe
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9/14/2012
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9/11/2012
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The Tri-State NJ Super Spartan Race aka The Spartan Race took place in Vernon, New Jersey on Saturday, September 8, 2012. The day was part of a two day sport event which concluded Sunday. The location was at Mountain Creek ski resort. The Spartan Race is promoted as be the world’s leading obstacle race series.
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9/11/2012
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Warwick’s eleventh 9-11 anniversary ceremony was held in Veterans Memorial Park on Tuesday morning, September 11. The clear blue skies were a reminder of the same type of day it was 11 years ago when terrorists used hijacked commercial airliners to attack the World Trade Center and Pentagon.
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Even with the threat of rain and thunderstorms, on Saturday over 225 area family members came to Vernon’s Cherry Ridge Range for a totally free day at the local shooting range. The recurring annual event gives family members the opportunity to experience the shooting sports and see exactly what the Canistear Road facility has to offer.In addition to a comfortable and spacious clubhouse, there are six different outdoor ranges on site. The day’s offerings included the chance for folks to try their hand at a variety of shotguns, rifles and handguns, while under the supervision of 45 nationally certified instructors and volunteer staffers. The Vernon range is owned and maintained by the Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs (ANJRPC). The Association wants area shooting enthusiasts to realize that the annual membership fee for entire families, including parents and youngsters, is less than 60 percent more than an individual adult membership, making it a bargain for families that are watching their budgets. For additional information, visit their Web site at www.anjrpc.org.
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9/10/2012
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Saturday evening marked the Hidden Valley Ski Patrol’s first attempt at luring supporters to the gaming tables. With all proceeds going to the patrol for the purchase of training supplies and equipment, guests had the opportunity to try their hand at craps, blackjack, roulette and poker on professional casino tables. If you got lucky while helping a great cause, you had the chance to win some of the tricky tray-type auction prizes that were displayed along the front windows on the main floor of Tavern on the Mountain. Each player started with $200 in “play money” currency. Music for the evening was supplied by composer/guitarist John Sheehan. About 100 lucky-feeling folks attended the fundraiser.
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9/9/2012
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These are photographer Ed Bailey's photos from last Saturday's Cheese Festival in downtown Monroe. By most measures, Saturday’s annual Cheese Festival was a success. Downtown Monroe was crowded with festival-goers of all ages. Entertainment included young people dancing and demonstrating their athletic abilities. Community groups had a chance to tell people how their help and contributions make a difference. The one drawback was the cancellation of the 2012 Monroe Idol Competition due to severe weather. But festival organizers say the popular competition will be held at Smith Clove Park very soon. What else can be said other than it was a “cheesetastic day.”
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9/9/2012
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These are Don Beeler's photographs from the Monroe-Woodbury varsity football team's 35-7 victory over Stepinac last Saturday evening in White Plains. The Crusaders’ victory included a swarming defense that limited Stepinac, last year’s AAA Division finalist, to 179 offensive yards and a lone touchdown that came in the game’s waning moments. On offense, quarterback Kevin Carr passed for 133 yards, including a scoring pass to Justin Kaffenberger, then added 79 more yards on the ground. At game’s end, Kaffenberger accounted for 78 yards on six catches. Meanwhile, Mark Tooma rushed for 98 yards and two scores, including a 70-yard punt return. The team faces the Warwick Valley Wildcats this Friday night in Warwick.
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9/8/2012
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New brochure to combat negative image, recycling, veterans affairs, Reality Tour, Child and Information Services and TGP discussed at Commissioners meeting.
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9/5/2012
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Barry Lakes picnic an annual tradition Barry Lakes Annual Community Picnic — Some of the Barry Lakes kids pose for a group shot on the beach during the annual Barry Lakes picnic held on Sunday. About 250 residents came to the event that included a chili contest, volleyball, horseshoes and a full-day performance by the band “DUG.”
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9/3/2012
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Minerals Resort Luau - Vernon, NJ - 09/01/2012 On Saturday, grass skirts and Hawaiian garb kept the children busy during the Labor Day weekend luau held at Minerals Resort & Spa. About 500 enjoyed a buffet style feast that included roasted pig, “lomi lomi” salmon, crab salad, Hawaiian style poke, grilled chicken, ribs, and an assortment of tropical fruit. The evening also included professional dancers and the Island Breeze Band.
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9/3/2012
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Over 100 years old the Awosting Inn was torn down Aug 29-30 2012. Many folks believe to be The Fuller House, a hotel in which folks would get off the train and stay at the Lake. In 1912 the train ran from NYC to Greenwood Lake. Here you can see pics of the Fuller House and the Awosting Inn.. The loaction if one choices to do the reseach could see the loaction on the map was the same as the Awosting Inn. See Pictures attached
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8/31/2012
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These are photographer Don Beeler's images from the M-W varsity football team's season opening victory over Binghamton High School on Aug. 31 at home in Central Valley. Running back Mark Tooma scored three times, twice behind M-W’s formidable offensive line and then on long kickoff return. Quarterback Kevin Carr ran for more than 200 yards and a touchdown and passed for another 102 yards and a score to Kenny Fee. Monroe-Woodbury plays Saturday night in White Plains again Archbishop Stepinac High School, for whom head Coach Bernie Connolly played and coached.
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8/31/2012
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Pike County Republicans open campaign headquarters in Milford Township.
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8/29/2012
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Delaware Valley School District board decides not to offer latch key services because local providers can handle the influx from the Milford Hill Learning Center closing.
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8/27/2012
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Highland Lakes 53rd Annual Art Show and Reception - Vernon, NJ - 8/25 and 26/2012
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8/27/2012
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8/21/2012
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Milford Township meeting gets tense over school district plans for new elementary school. Also discussed are recycling, PennDOT issues and winter maintenance.
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8/21/2012
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Press conference for inaugural TriState Film Festival to be held at Majestic Cinema in Matamoras. Co-founded by Nelson Page, President of Majestic-Star Entertainment, and Charlene Trotter, Executive Director of the TriState Chamber of Commerce.
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8/21/2012
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Pete Seeger still packing them in at 93
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8/20/2012
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Franklin sussex auto mall held a Daisy Duke look alike contest on saturday and Bo Duke, John Schneider was on hand signing autographs for all. Judges for the contest were Bob Demetry a photographer, Britt Harm and Bill McConnely, employees of the auto mall and John Schneider himself. First plaace winner for Daisy Duke was Kristen Shulman of Hamburg who won a 50" flat screen TV. Second place was Rachel Ackerman who recieved a two hundred dollar simon mall gift card. Third place was Mary Borin with a one hundred dollar gift card and fourth place Brittany McKay with a fifty dollar gift card. Plenty of free give-aways, hamburgers with the fixings and retro cars were at hand. John Schneider signed autographs on anything you brought along and pictures were being snapped left and right.
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8/19/2012
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The annual Pine Island Summerfest was held this past weekend and included the Kool Classic Car Show, Onion Eating conest, amusement rides for the kids, a fireworks display, and many other attractions.
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8/19/2012
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On the prowl: These are photographs taken by Rich Rizzi of what appears to be a female Eastern coyote that's been seen recently prowling walking through the backyards of homes in the vicinity of the Monroe Country Club off Still Road. The Eastern coyote, which has been gradually making its way south from Canada for the past couple of decades, is now being seen elsewhere in Monroe and other parts of southern Orange County. It weighs 30-50 pounds, which is about a third larger than the Western coyote. The Eastern coyote’s size has been attributed to the fact that it carries wolf DNA, probably because it cross-bred with wolves as it crossed Canada from out West. In general, the Eastern coyote isn’t dangerous to humans, but it has been known to eat small dogs and cats. These photos were taken on two separate occasions. The first shows the coyote walking through Rizzi's backyard. The later photos show deer in flight days later as they are stalked by what appears to be the same coyote.
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8/17/2012
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Pike County Commissioners announce that the County is halting recycling program on October 1.
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8/15/2012
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Liz Forrest, candidate for 189th District PA House seat, announces endorsements of the Conservation Voters of PA and the PA chapter of the Sierra Club.
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8/14/2012
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N.J. State Fair (People Shots) - Augusta, NJ - 8/9/2012
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8/10/2012
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8/7/2012
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N.J. State Fair - Augusta, NJ - 8/6/2012
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8/7/2012
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Curious George appeared at a Story time Live event at Kiddie Academy of Wantage on saturday. Reading together was the encouraged theme and Ms. Patti held story time with the children. Afterwards the children visited classrooms where they participated in fun craft activities with the teachers.
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8/6/2012
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On Sunday, August 5, the RC Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr put out the welcome mat for His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York. It was the first visit to the parish as Cardinal for Dolan who offered the 12:15 p.m. Mass followed by a blessing of Pennings Field, the parish’s new ball fields and vegetable garden. The Cardinal then joined parishioners in the celebration of their annual parish picnic on the church grounds.
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8/6/2012
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Sparks fly at weekly Commissioners meeting over Tennessee Gas Pipeline's proposal to use 7-mile, as Stop the Insanity protest organizer Jolie DeFeis urges commissioners to "do more."
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8/1/2012
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7/30/2012
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Annie, get your gun…Some 286 women came to Vernon’s Cherry Ridge Range for the 14th annual Women’s Day at the Range. The totally free event gives women the chance to try their hand at a variety of rifles and handguns while under the supervision of 35 nationally certified instructors. The Vernon range is owned and maintained by the Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs (ANJRPC). Later this year on September 8, the Association will host a free Family Day at the Range for families and all are welcome. For additional information, visit their Web site at www.anjrpc.org.
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7/30/2012
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Women’s Day at the Range (ANN) - Vernon, NJ - 7/28/2012 Annie, get your gun…Some 286 women came to Vernon’s Cherry Ridge Range for the 14th annual Women’s Day at the Range. The totally free event gives women the chance to try their hand at a variety of rifles and handguns while under the supervision of 35 nationally certified instructors. The Vernon range is owned and maintained by the Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs (ANJRPC). Later this year on September 8, the Association will host a free Family Day at the Range for families and all are welcome. For additional information, visit their Web site at www.anjrpc.org.
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7/30/2012
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Skylands Ice World of Stockholm celebrated National Dance Day with a Flash Mob Zumba event on Saturday. The event was organized to support New Jersey native Amelia Lowe. Lowe has qualified in the top 20 contestants from the Fox series, So You Think You Can Dance. Flash Mob fans were surprised when Lowe showed up to join the festivities!
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7/29/2012
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