Sheriff's Crimestopper's 5K Run/Walk and 12K Run

Sheriff Strada and the Sussex County Sheriff's Crimestopper's Organization will be holding the 8th Annual "Race Against Crime" Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.  Read More...

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Engineering (Roads & Bridges)

Mill Street Crosswalk and Pedestrian Beacon (9/3/2019)    Print this story The County of Sussex and the Town of Newton have entered into a shared services agreement to install a pedestrian warning beacon system and relocate the existing midblock crossing along CR 519 (Mill St.) near the Newton Firehouse and Brookside Terrace Apartments.

Health & Human Services

Essay Contest Announced for Sussex County Military Veterans Salute (8/15/2019)    Print this story Sussex County students in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades are encouraged to submit an essay and show their support and appreciation to the veterans of Sussex County, while gaining an understanding and knowledge of what the veterans have contributed and sacrificed.

Transit Safety Awards at the Fair, August 8, 2019 (8/9/2019)    Print this story Sussex County is pleased to announce that twelve drivers qualified for Safety Awards due to their safe, courteous, and incident-free driving during 2018.

Sussex County Center for Lifelong Learning Fall 2019 Semester Presentations (8/30/2019)    Print this story The Center for Lifelong Learning at Sussex County Community College (SCCC), a collaboration between the Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services and Sussex County Community College is hosting the following presentations and classes during the months of September and October.

Expo Offers Support Resources for Caregivers (9/3/2019)    Print this story The 2019 Caregiver Expo, sponsored by the Sussex County Division of Senior Services, provides caregivers the opportunity to learn about the many resources available in the county to support them as they strive to enable seniors to remain as independent as possible in their homes and communities.

"Cancer Thriving and Surviving Workshop" Announced (8/26/2019)    Print this story The "Cancer Thriving and Surviving Workshop" is a FREE six-week, 2 1/2 hour per week course, based on a chronic disease self-management model developed at Stanford University.

"Take Control of Your Health" Class Announced (8/28/2019)    Print this story Seniors or disabled individuals and/or their caregivers, who are dealing with chronic conditions or a disability, are invited to participate in “Take Control of Your Health” classes, sponsored by the Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services.

Prepared, Not Scared. Be Ready for Disasters (9/3/2019)    Print this story A disaster can strike at any time. While we can't always predict when, where, or how a disaster will strike, we can undertake measures to mitigate the effects when it does.

Suicide Prevention Week is September 8-14, 2019 (9/3/2019)    Print this story According to the CDC, suicide rates have increased by 30% since 1999. Nearly 45,000 lives were lost to suicide in 2016 alone.

September Is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (8/26/2019)    Print this story The Sussex County Division of Health, Office of Public Health Nursing is offering a free prostate exam screening clinic for uninsured/underinsured men over the age of 50.

Sussex County Office of Substance Abuse Services Hosting Opioid Epidemic Symposiums in October (8/30/2019)    Print this story Freeholder Deputy Director, Sylvia Petillo, Freeholder Liaison to the Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services has initiated a series of public symposiums for Sussex County residents to discuss the opioid epidemic that has gripped the nation, Sussex County's response to it and the services available to residents who have been touched by it.

Fall Flu Clinics Announced (9/3/2019)    Print this story The Office of Public Health Nursing will hold eight scheduled flu clinics during September, October, and November. Registration is open now.

Law Enforcement

21 Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You (8/27/2019)    Print this story Hey, thanks for letting me use the bathroom when I was working in your yard last week. While I was in there, I unlatched the back window to make my return a little easier.

Library

Sussex County Library System Announces Updated cloudLibrary™ App (9/3/2019)    Print this story Downloading free digital content from the Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is now easier than ever with the updated cloudLibrary™ app.

Sussex County Libraries expanding hours effective week of September 1 (9/3/2019)    Print this story The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is pleased to announce that five locations will have expanded hours effective September 1.

#getcardedatscls and win a Kindle Fire 7 (8/27/2019)    Print this story SCLS Director, Will Porter, is Library Card Will. Look for his photo display around the County, publically post a selfie with the hashtag, #getcardedatscls, and you could win a Kindle Fire 7.

Recycling

Battery Disposal Program (9/3/2019)    Print this story Many New Jersey Counties have been collecting household batteries for recycling and proper disposal since the early 1990's. Due to changes in the composition of batteries and new regulations, for most counties this practice has now changed.

Sussex County Community College

Fall Late Registration Begins September 3 (9/3/2019)    Print this story Sussex is committed to helping you achieve your educational goals. We emphasize the quality of our education, and it is our priority to provide outstanding instruction from our dedicated faculty. Get started today!

Town of the Month

Green Township (9/3/2019)    Print this story In November 1823, the southern portion of Sussex County was set off as a separate county known as Warren County. The northern portions of Hardwick and Independence Township, which remained in Sussex County, became Green Township on December 27, 1824. But wait, there's more...

FAQ

How do I report a dead deer on the roadway? (9/3/2019)    Print this story To report a dead deer on a county road, please fill out a Service Request. If you are requesting another type of animal, or the deer is not on a county road, please contact your municipality. Find your municipality contact information here.

More

Photo Contest Winners Announced (8/8/2019)    Print this story John J. LaPadula was awarded first place in the Summer 2019 Sussex County Photo Contest for "Bluebird in Flight"

Fall Photo Contest (8/8/2019)    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.

Get On and Off Safely (9/3/2019)    Print this story When the school bus arrives, your child should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the driver says it’s okay before approaching the bus door. Use the handrails to avoid falling.

Did You Know?

Answer: 50,000 (9/3/2019)    Print this story Question: How many jobs does the U.S. Census Bureau have in New Jersey? We are hiring for a variety of temporary jobs, including census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be a U.S. citizen.

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