New Jersey Herald

The New Jersey Herald is a daily newspaper that comes out six days a week, from Sunday to Friday. Based in Newton, New Jersey, it holds the distinction of being the sole daily newspaper in Sussex County and is among the oldest newspapers in the state. Its readership extends beyond Sussex County, reaching into Morris County and Warren County in New Jersey, as well as Pike County in Pennsylvania and Orange County in New York.

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Should men shave their eyelashes? Or thread their eyebrows?

2 weeks ago | njherald.com | Daniel Sforza

3-minute readMen’s eyelashes have been trending online for the last few weeks, thanks to TikTok and a viral video of a young man having his eyelashes shaved off. With a razor. By a barber. Because the loony lady in his life said that his long, lush lashes were far too … ladylike. Too pretty. Too feminine. And what could be worse than that?
Hanover Park softball rallies past Jefferson to advance to Group 2 state title game

2 weeks ago | njherald.com | Robert Aitken Jr.

Show Caption Hide Caption Hanover Park wins state semifinal game on sac fly by Camryn SwardHanover Park sophomore Camryn Sward’s sac fly scored the game-winning run for the Hornets in the Group 2 softball state semifinals. EAST HANOVER − Camryn Sward watched for years as her older sister Peyton repeatedly made plays for Hanover Park softball. The Peyton even guided the Hornets to the Group 2 state final in 2022.
NJ Transit rail engineers approve new contract with wage increases

2 weeks ago | njherald.com | Colleen Wilson

There were 398 votes in favor and 21 against. About 450 members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen are at NJ Transit. The next step is for NJ Transit's board to approve the agreement. That vote could take place at the board's July 17 meeting. Union membership overwhelmingly approved on June 10 the contract negotiated by NJ Transit and its locomotive engineers, a deal that ended a historic three-day strike in May. There were 398 votes in favor and 21 against.
See North Jersey 2025 primary results for Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Morris counties

2 weeks ago | njherald.com | Kristie Cattafi |David M. Zimmer |William Westhoven |Megan Burrow

EDITOR'S NOTE: Results will be added as they become available after polls close at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10. Check back often as we update results as they become available. The focus of the June 10 primary election has been the gubernatorial race, however, there were numerous local contested races in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Morris counties.
Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week poll, vote, results

2 weeks ago | njherald.com | Jane Havsy

It's time to vote for the Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week!Read about the performances that stood out and let us know who you think should be the Athlete of the Week in the poll at the bottom of this page. Nominations were provided by coaches and are presented in alphabetical order. Voting closes at 5 p.m. Thursday. Benjamin BarningerRandolph junior middleNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
This Sussex County town will mark its 200th birthday. See the list of town day festivals

3 weeks ago | njherald.com | Bruce A. Scruton

The forecast shows a chance of showers and even thunderstorms in the area for the weekend, but several Sussex County municipalities will try to host their annual "town day" on Saturday, June 7 — including Stillwater, which will celebrate its bicentennial. Although the town was formally incorporated 200 years ago, Stillwater's history goes back even further.
Midland Park baseball wins sectional title for first time in program history

3 weeks ago | njherald.com | Greg Tartaglia

MIDLAND PARK − While heading to Midland Park High School the morning of June 5, Connor Detrick had a premonition of sorts. That evening, the Panthers’ baseball team had its first sectional-championship trophy firmly in grasp. Behind Detrick’s two-hit shutout, No. 2 seed Midland Park edged No. 4 Wallkill Valley, 1-0, in Thursday’s North 1, Group 1 final. “We’re walking to school, and he goes, ‘Hey, just get me one today’,” said fellow senior Ryan Fleming, who scored the lone run.
The right to be left alone is part of American freedom. Why is it in jeopardy? | Opinion

3 weeks ago | njherald.com | Andrew Napolitano

3-minute readShow Caption Hide Caption Privacy at risk as Trump expands surveillance. Here's what we know. The Trump administration is expanding government surveillance with Big Tech's help. Here’s what we know now about what’s being tracked. The Trump administration streamlined access to illegally seized personal data, making warrantless domestic spying easier. The Fourth Amendment guarantees the right to privacy, limiting government interference.
Newton's ex-prosecutor sues former police chief. Why local law enforcement is feuding

3 weeks ago | njherald.com | Bruce A. Scruton

Ex-Newton municipal prosecutor Steven Siegel has sued the town and retiring police chief Steven VanNieuwland for wrongful termination. The prosecutor said he was let go after he clashed with the chief over charges Siegel considered unfounded or excessive.
American Dream assessed value dropped by $800M in 2025 because of its vacancy rate

3 weeks ago | njherald.com | Daniel Munoz

3-minute readShow Caption Hide Caption JonasCon 2025 at American Dream: Watch band celebrate 20 yearsWatch as the Jonas Brothers (and their fans) take over American Dream on March 23, 2025 with multiple concerts, Jonas-themed activities and more. For the 2025 tax year, the mall’s land was assessed at $2.5 billion, down from over $3.3 billion in the previous year. As of Jan. 1, the mall was 87% leased, according to public filings.