The Warren County Human Relations Commission’s Sixteenth Annual Awards Celebration has been set for Thursday, May 13 at Belvidere High School. The commission is seeking nominees in categories related to the promotion of understanding, tolerance, appreciation and acceptance of diversity in Warren County. The commission would appreciate your assistance in helping recognize individuals, groups and organizations who have contributed in... Full story »

WASHINGTON BOROUGH -- An appearance by Lassie’s great-grandson, Rusty, delicious food, and an array of vendors and exhibitors highlight the Washington Business Improvement District’s 2nd annual Warren County Bazaar & Food Fest. Over 50 vendors and Washington Borough businesses are expected when the Downtown transforms into a street-long “bazaar” on Saturday April 24. From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., there will... Full story »

MOUNT OLIVE TWP. -- Not even a Nor'Easter weekend of crazy weather could put a damper on the 13th Picatinny Federal Credit Union Leprechaun Leap 5K at the International Trade Center on March 14. In between rain storms, over 350 runners took part in this year's event, helping to raise thousands of dollars for the Picatinny Arsenal Unit Fund,... Full story »

HACKETTSTOWN -- The earthquake disasters in Haiti and Chile hit close to home at the House of the Good Shepherd Continuing Care Retirement Community in Hackettstown. Three longtime employees there have relatives who were directly affected by the devastating earthquakes. In an effort to support both Haitian and Chilean relief, The House is hosting a benefit jazz concert open... Full story »

WASHINGTON TWP. -- Warren County Community College is offering two free art workshops on Saturdays April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, courtesy of a grant funded through the New Expressions Project/Investment Savings Charitable Foundation. Offered through the Continuing Education Department at WCCC, the workshops include Drawing and Introduction to Fiber Arts. Drawing with Nancy Miller, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.:... Full story »

HACKETTSTOWN -- Centenary College is scheduled to celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Barbara-Jayne Lewthwaite as its 12th college president in a ceremony held on its Hackettstown campus at 1:30 p.m. on April 9. Dr. Lewthwaite, who was named President on May 15, 2010, is the second woman and second former faculty member to serve as President of Centenary College.... Full story »

HACKETTSTOWN -- If you were at the Hackettstown St. Patrick’s Day parade, you noticed the St. James’ Deaf Ministry led by Deacon Sheila Shuford. The Rev. Shuford is offering a four-week Introduction to Sign Language Class, which is open to the community. Classes are Sundays, April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9-9:45 A.M., in the St. James’ Great Hall,... Full story »

BELVIDERE — One of the longest running, if not the longest, charity golf outings, gets set to tee off for the 21st straight year on May 10. Apple Mountain has hosted the highly anticipated event since its inception. Proceeds from the Apple Mountain Golf & Country Club’s annual outing benefit the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Crisis Center of Warren... Full story »

HACKETTSTOWN — Earle Holsapple, longtime volunteer and resident of The House of the Good Shepherd, will be the guest of honor on Friday, April 16, when The House of the Good Shepherd Continuing Care Retirement Community in Hackettstown holds its signature fund-raising event, “Wine & Dine at the House.” The evening will include culinary delights from a number of... Full story »

Column Written By Duane Copley Who would have thought I would need to make a special trip to town just to buy some tanning lotion? Seems like only a short while back I was worried the little lady was going to hurt herself clearing the driveway and sidewalk of all that miserable snow. I actually saw the sun on... Full story »

Nine northwest New Jersey property owners are petitioning the U.S. Supreme Court to hear their challenge of the state’s Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act. Attorneys Stephen H. Shaw of Hueston McNulty, P.C., and John M. Zaiter of Broscious Fischer & Zaiter, who represent the property owners, are asking the highest federal court to hear their argument that the Highlands... Full story »

Story Written By Jocelynn Thomas BLAIRSTOWN — The loss of a beloved companion, be it a pet or a person, can be a pain like no other. Wayne DeFrances, through his “Memories from Ashes” art, helps ease the grieving process by means of a unique form of memorializing. As a young boy, DeFrances showed promise as a budding artist.... Full story »

FRELINGHUYSEN — Alyssa Marroccoli, a 6th grade student at the Frelinghuysen Elementary School, along with her classmates, raised almost $2,000 for the American Red Cross of Northwest NJ to give towards the relief efforts in Haiti. After hearing about the devastation in Haiti, Alyssa felt the need to raise money to help the people of Haiti who were affected... Full story »

BELVIDERE -- Apple Mountain Golf Club's golf season begins with a flurry of activity that will have golfers forgetting all the snow and thinking instead about getting back outdoors and onto the golf course. The "2010 golf season" kicks off with the club's Apple Blossom Tournament, an annual two-person scramble, on May 2. Apple Mountain, a public course in... Full story »

Margaret Theresa Scalza, 73, died March 12, 2010, at her home in Panther Valley, Allamuchy. Margaret lived in the Hackettstown area since 1963 and was born in Jersey City on May 27, 1936. She is the daughter of the late Louis and Josephine (Cleary) Scalza. She is survived by three daughters, Alison (and her late husband, Lee Roy) Brittain, Hackettstown,... Full story »