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July 23, 2023

Parents of infants and toddlers, or those who are pregnant with their first child, are invited to receive advice and support from a certified nurse or family support worker through Project Self-Sufficiency.  The agency offers a range of family support programs to income-eligible families in Sussex, ...

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TRENTON, NJ -  The I-80 westbound Exit 34B ramp to Route 15 northbound will be closed and  detoured tonight for concrete deck repairs in Wharton, Morris County. In addition, the two right  lanes will be closed on Route 15 northbound.  Beginning at 11 p.m. tonight, Friday, July 21, until 5 a.m., ...

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Stanhope, NJ - Sussex County Library System (SCLS) announces an upcoming construction project for the E. Louise Childs Branch in Stanhope, NJ to replace the roof and upgrade the septic system. The branch will close Monday, July 31, and is expected to reopen its doors to the public on Monday, August ...

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Parents, caregivers, and other community providers are invited to learn how childhood trauma impacts physical and neurological development and discuss methods for improving health and well-being across the lifespan at a virtual Understanding ACEs workshop hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency, ...

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Box Office Cinemas at Sparta Theater Center is currently showing: Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part I Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Disney PIXAR’s Elemental Check the website for movie times Coming soon: July 21 Barbie July 21 Oppenheimer August 4 Meg 2 The ...

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Volunteers and representatives from local businesses and organizations were recently recognized for their outstanding efforts in support of Project Self-Sufficiency at the agency’s annual Mosaic Awards ceremony.  The event recognizes individuals, schools, civic groups, businesses, and non-profit ...

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Merrill Creek Reservoir, Harmony, NJ - June 29th, 2023 - The New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg celebrated it's biannual graduation ceremony at the Merrill Creek Reservoir (MCR) Visitor Center, awarding sixteen young adults their diplomas.  Surrounded by family and friends, Corpsmembers ...

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Parenting skills workshops are being hosted at neighborhood libraries as part of the Smart Parents, Strong Communities public health initiative launched recently by Project Self-Sufficiency. Parenting experts will be on site at Project Self-Sufficiency, as well as at libraries in Sussex and Warren ...

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NEWTON, NJ – The Center for Prevention & Counseling (CFPC) has announced its 9th Annual Changing the Face of Addiction Walk taking place on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 10:00 am. Presented by Thor Labs and Alina Lodge, this event aims to positively impact the lives of individuals and families ...

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Project Self-Sufficiency will host a free, virtual Bankruptcy seminar featuring attorney Steve McNally, Thursday, July 27th, 5:30 p.m.  Participants will discuss the process of filing for bankruptcy, as well as the options available to those facing overwhelming credit card debt, foreclosure, or ...

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Project Self-Sufficiency will host a free, virtual Family Law seminar on Thursday, July 20th, 7:00 p.m.  Participants will discuss child support, grounds for divorce, court procedures, alimony, parenting time, equitable distribution of assets, and other topics related to divorce.  The presentation, ...

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Box Office Cinemas at Sparta Theater Center is currently showing: Ruby Gillman’s Teenage Kraken Disney PIXAR’s Elemental Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Coming Soon: July 11 Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning July 21 Barbie July 21 Openheimer Check the website ...

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Before Jazz was cool - it was HOT!  The public is invited to the Van Kirk Homestead Museum’s summer performing arts to experience the many styles of jazz with guest, Florian Schantz Jazz Combo, on Sunday, July 9 from 4:00pm-5:30pm.  The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo, who specializes in thematic ...

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Project Self-Sufficiency announces the launch of the Smart Parents, Strong Communities public health initiative for parents, healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers of children up to the age of five.  The Triple P Positive Parenting Program incorporates one-on-one consultations, group ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Route 23 is scheduled to have temporary lane closures in both directions on Thursday, July 6 and Friday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as the Route 23, Alexander Avenue to Maple Lake Road Project begins in Morris County. From 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Thursday, July 6, and again on ...

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JEFFERSON, NJ – Route 15 southbound is scheduled to have overnight lane closures this week as the Bridge over Rockaway River replacement project is scheduled to begin next week in Jefferson, Morris County. Beginning at 8 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, July 5, until 5 a.m. Thursday, July 6, and ...

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Teens and young adults who are pregnant or parenting can get help with driver education, employability skills training, parenting classes, job search assistance, and case management through the Bridges to Employing Youth Program offered by Project Self-Sufficiency. While working towards parenting ...

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Project Self-Sufficiency will continue the workshop and discussion series, “Connections Matter” designed to facilitate the conversation about issues surrounding adverse childhood experiences, with virtual and in-person sessions in English, Wednesday, July 12th, 2:00 p.m., and in Spanish, Thursday, ...

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Box Office Cinemas at Sparta Theater Center is currently showing: Ruby Gillman’s Teenage Kraken Disney PIXAR’s Elemental Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Check the website for movie times Coming Soon: Joy Ride starting July 7 Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part I ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – JUNE 29, 2023 – Overlook Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, today held a ceremony dedicating the Stacy Goldstein Breast Center, which will undergo numerous enhancements in the coming months. The event marked the next chapter in Overlook’s commitment to breast health in ...

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Friday Night Lights is real and VERY BIG in Newton,..as is Saturday Days and Saturday Night Lights. It's true, we love our football. We love our Braves! From youth to high school, to those who've gone-on to play at the collegiate level, all are and forever will be Braves joined by the bonds of ...

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Friday Night Lights is real and VERY BIG in Newton,..as is Saturday Days and Saturday Night Lights. It's true, we love our football. We love our Braves! From youth to high school, to those who've gone-on to play at the collegiate level, all are and forever will be Braves joined by the bonds of ...

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The Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center at Overlook Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, recently became the first site in the nation to dose a patient in the Phase IIb RESTORE Trial for newly-diagnosed glioblastoma tumors. The new treatment is developed by NuvOx Pharma, a clinical ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the 11th consecutive year. This rating designates the Metro Y as an official “Give with ...

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NJDA Summer Food Service Program Notification to the Community Open Sites Newton Board of Education is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex ...

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Now showing at Box Office Cinemas at Sparta Theater Center: The Flash Disney PIXAR Elemental Transformers Rise of the Beast Check the website for movie times. Coming June 29: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Box Office Cinemas is located at 25 Sparta Theater Center

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NEWTON, NJ - The Town of Newton, Public Works Department is hiring a full-time Laborer for our Water/Sewer Division.  Specific Responsibilities: Performs varied types of manual and unskilled laboring work and drives a truck in connection with work  Service the Town in water and sewer ...

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Children ages 4 – 8 are invited to participate in Project Vacation, Monday, July 17th - Friday, July 21st, 9:00 a.m. – noon, at Project Self-Sufficiency.  This year’s Project Vacation “Going to the Farm” will use fun activities, games, crafts, and special guest presentations to explore the plants, ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ – JUNE 2023 – Atlantic Health System was one of only 12 health systems in the United States to recently receive Practice Greenhealth’s prestigious System for Change award, recognizing the health care organization’s accomplishments in environmental sustainability. Each of Atlantic ...

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