Dec 1-7, 2019 is National Influenza Vaccination Week

Every December, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) observes National Influenza Vaccination Week to remind everyone six months of age and older that it's not too late to vaccinate. Get your flu shot and #fightflu today!  Read More...

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Library

Library Holiday Reminder, the Best Gifts Are Free! (12/3/2019)    Print this story If you're thinking of adding a Kindle Fire to your holiday wish list, here's some good news. The cloudLibrary app, your gateway to thousands of free eBooks and eAudio recordings, works on Amazon Fire Tablets.

The 2020 Census Is Closer Than You Think! (12/3/2019)    Print this story Marvin Joss, a Partnership Specialist with the U.S. Census Bureau, will be at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday, December 10, at 6:30 p.m., to explain why the census is essential, and how individuals can help make sure everyone in their community gets counted. Job opportunities will also be discussed during this important and informative presentation. When the Census begins, free computers and help for completing the forms online will be available at every Sussex County Library location.

Law Enforcement

Safe Care Cam (11/19/2019)    Print this story New Jersey residents who suspect their loved ones are being abused, mistreated, or neglected by unscrupulous home health care providers can have access to micro-surveillance cameras that can be easily hidden to detect abuse and protect patients.

Census 2020 Q&A (11/19/2019)    Print this story The Sussex County Prosecutor's Office has provided a detailed list of questions and answers about the 2020 census including tips on avoiding census scams. (pdf)

Health & Human Services

Healthy Habits: Safe Holiday Travel (11/21/2019)    Print this story Traveling for the holidays? Whether you're going to a sandy beach or a snow-capped mountain, make safety a part of your travel plans.

Resource Directory (12/3/2019)    Print this story Need help? The searchable Human Services Resource Directory contains over 730 entries including local and statewide resources. Click the link and try it today!

Seasonal

Winter Safety Tips (12/3/2019)    Print this story Taking preventive action is your best defense against having to deal with extreme cold-weather conditions.

Generator Danger Warning (12/3/2019)    Print this story One generator produces as much carbon monoxide (CO) as hundreds of cars. It can incapacitate and kill consumers within minutes.

National Park Service Announces Reduced Winter Services and Priority Snow Removal Routes (11/25/2019)    Print this story Visitor services and maintenance operations are reduced during the winter months when staffing levels and visitation are at their lowest.

Engineering (Roads & Bridges)

Snow Plow Rodeo (12/3/2019)    Print this story What is a snow plow rodeo? A snow plow rodeo is an opportunity for drivers to demonstrate their driving skills in a safe, fun and competitive environment.

Recycling

Recycle Coach (12/3/2019)    Print this story With the Recycle Coach app your Sussex County recycling and garbage collection information is just a click away.

Sussex County Community College

Spring Registration is Open (12/3/2019)    Print this story Registration for the 2020 spring semester is open.

Town of the Month

Stillwater Township (12/3/2019)    Print this story Stillwater was incorporated as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on December 27, 1824, from portions of Hardwick Township when Sussex County was divided in half by the legislature a few weeks earlier to create Warren County. Portions of the township were taken to form Fredon Township on February 24, 1904. (Wikipedia)

More

Photo Contest Winners Announced (12/3/2019)    Print this story Dan Schenker was awarded first place in the Fall 2019 Sussex County Photo Contest for "Woodbourne Park at Sunset"

Winter Photo Contest (12/3/2019)    Print this story Enter Sussex County's Photo Contest for a chance to have your photo in County communications, projects and online throughout the year. Everyone is welcome to participate.

Census 2020 Tip of the Month

It's about fair representation (12/3/2019)    Print this story Every 10 years, the results of the census are used to reapportion the House of Representatives, determining how many seats each state gets.

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