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Vol. 13 Issue 8 - Newton, NJ - Tuesday, August 6, 2019

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Sussex County Human Services Advisory Council serves as the primary vehicle for making local recommendations to assist both Sussex County government and the New Jersey Department of Human Services on the allocations, provisions, delivery systems and financing of programs designed to meet the needs of human service recipients in Sussex County.  Read More...


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Engineering (Roads & Bridges)

2019 Sussex County Resurfacing Program2019 Sussex County Resurfacing Program
(8/6/2019)
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The County of Sussex has awarded a contract in the amount of $8,963,204.33 to Schifano Construction Corp. for the 2019 Sussex County Resurfacing Program.
Sussex County To Receive Over $5m in 2020 County Aid Money for Local Infrastructure Improvements
(8/6/2019)
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The State’s 21 counties will receive a total of $161.25 million through the County Aid program that will help maintain local roads and bridge in a state of good repair.
2019 Sussex County Striping Program: Project Startup Notice2019 Sussex County Striping Program: Project Startup Notice
(8/2/2019)
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Weather permitting, work is scheduled to begin on or about Wednesday August 7, 2019.

Health & Human Services

FREE Health Screenings and More at Healthy Living FestivalFREE Health Screenings and More at Healthy Living Festival
(8/1/2019)
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The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services, Newton Medical Center, and United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen cordially invite you to attend the 13th Annual Healthy Living Festival.
"Veterans Cruise Night" at Friendly's Restaurant
(7/25/2019)
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The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services, Municipal Alliance and the Veterans Committee, together with the Pocono Mountains Corvette Club will be hosting the 6th Annual "Vettes to Vets" veterans outreach program.

Law Enforcement

Sussex County Sheriff's Officer Receives the Meritorious Service AwardSussex County Sheriff's Officer Receives the Meritorious Service Award
(8/2/2019)
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Sheriff Michael F. Strada was proud to present Sergeant Erich Olsen with the Meritorious Service Award for his heroic actions in coming to the aid of an individual who became trapped in his own burning vehicle beneath the trailer of a truck on Interstate Route 80.

Library

Automatic renewal at the Sussex County Library SystemAutomatic renewal at the Sussex County Library System
(7/3/2019)
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Eligible Sussex County Library items now automatically renew on the evening they are due including most books, movies, music CDs, videogames, etc.

Recycling

Keep it Clean Recycling Contamination CampaignKeep it Clean Recycling Contamination Campaign
(8/6/2019)
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Notice to all Commercial, Private and Local Government Haulers that deliver recyclable material to the SCMUA Solid Waste/Recycling Facility.

Sussex County Community College

Free CollegeFree College
(8/6/2019)
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Sussex County Community College and all two-year county colleges throughout the state will be offering tuition-free education to qualifying students starting in Fall 2019.
Fall Registration is OpenFall Registration is Open
(8/6/2019)
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With many colleges and universities to choose from, here are the reasons to start your education at Sussex County Community College first.

Town of the Month

Hamburg BoroughHamburg Borough
(8/6/2019)
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Hamburg was incorporated as a borough on March 19, 1920, from portions of Hardyston Township, based on the results of a referendum held on April 24, 1920. The borough was named for Hamburg, Germany. (Wikipedia). Hamburg Day is August 18.

FAQ

Where can I find out about trash, garbage or recycling pickup in my town?Where can I find out about trash, garbage or recycling pickup in my town?
(8/6/2019)
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Contact your municipality to find out pickup schedules for trash, garbage and recycling or Find Your Local Recycling Schedule.

Did You Know?

Hurricane Season Peaks Mid-August to Late OctoberHurricane Season Peaks Mid-August to Late October
(8/6/2019)
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The official hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin (the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico) is from 1 June to 30 November. As seen in the graph, the peak of the season is from mid-August to late October. (National Hurricane Center). Are you Ready?

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