Archive for History
Brickner’s
Steam Bottling Works
in Newton
During the last quarter of the 19th and early part of the 20th centuries, commercial development in downtown Newton flourished. One such business was owned by Andrew B. Brickner, who ...
Where Can You Find
Revolutionary War Sites
in Sussex County?
Any time of year, but most especially around the 4th of July, is an ideal time to learn about the impact of the American Revolution on Sussex County. In an ...
County Clerk & Surrogate’s
Office in the Park
The County of Sussex was formally established on June 8, 1753. The area used to create our county was a large portion of Morris County and included present day Warren ...
Newton Shoe Company &
Newton Embroidery Works
Around the beginning of the 20th century, Newton was experiencing a significant growth in its manufacturing base, as well as a steady increase in housing construction. In 1897, an imposing ...
L & HR Railway Buildings
at Lake Grinnell
What would ultimately become the Lehigh & Hudson River Railway began at an organizational meeting in Warwick, New York in 1859. The idea for the railroad was first proposed in ...
From Our Members
Festival of Nine Lessons and
Carols to be Presented in Newton
Christ Episcopal Church in Newton will present the Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols, on Sunday, December 22nd, at 7:00 p.m. The worship service includes nine Bible stories interspersed with … Read More
Record Number of Families
Enjoy Thanksgiving Feast
Courtesy of Generous Community
More than 500 Sussex County families will be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving turkey with all the trimmings this year, thanks to the generosity of local businesses, churches and individuals … Read More
Stuff a Boat with Toys
and Help Local Kids
The eleventh annual “Stuff the Boat” toy drive coordinated by Branchville business Off Shore Marine to benefit Project Self-Sufficiency’s Season of Hope Toy Drive has been launched. Area residents are … Read More
