Abby Ridgeway, pictured at her job in the neuroscience department of an area hospital, says the combination of self-isolation and missing out on major life events “definitely had a negative effect” on her mental health. ‘The big monster under the bed’: How Covid is affecting mental health After eight months of Covid-induced isolation, the worst has not come to pass. “People are going to die by the thousands,”... Local News 21 Dec 2020 | 10:14
Though the big family Thanksgiving in the city is off, “I’m feeling wonderful, are you kidding me?” said Terry Balton of Milford, Pa. She is planning instead to take a Covid test and “bubble” with her new granddaughter. (Photo by Ryan Balton) Intimate gatherings will keep the holiday magic alive this year Danielle Linguanti, a business teacher at Goshen High School, married into a Thanksgiving tradition with a 60-year history.... Local News 13 Nov 2020 | 01:48
The turkey flock at Flatbrook Farm, a month from Thanksgiving (Photo by Becca Tucker) Smaller turkeys in demand for downsized Thanksgivings Turkey farmers are struggling as much as everyone else with their predictions during our pandemic era. “We were concerned... Local News 30 Oct 2020 | 02:22
Check out the spooky Westerners at Wild West City in Byram (Photo provided) Halloween happenings around the area Haunted Wild West Fest Wild West City at 50 Lackawanna Drive in Byram Township, N.J., has turned into a ghost town. Haunted... Entertainment 19 Oct 2020 | 04:31
Katie Myrick, who can’t stand Trump, and Chris Watkins, who came home one day all decked out in MAGA gear. (Photo by Becca Tucker) A look into the rare purple marriage Katie Myrick and Chris Watkins live in Milford, Pa., with their blended family of six kids, in a neighborhood thick with... Local News 28 Sep 2020 | 12:55
From left: Sean Dorsa (Edge Pride); Simone Kraus, holding the prize for the best-decorated car; lead organizer Cara Parmigiani of the TriVersity Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity, based in Milford, Pa.; and Fern Wolkin and Theresa Pil of Mother’s Demand Action (Photo provided by Simone Kraus) Fun doesn’t flag when you’re in drag Morris County’s first-ever Drive-In Drag Show was great fun, with performances, prizes, and all manner of socially distanced... Entertainment 16 Sep 2020 | 12:46
One of Jesse Sanchez’s children at his home setup for virtual learning. (Photo provided) ‘No-win situations’: Parents stress over learning options Marble composition notebooks and brightly colored lunch boxes hit the shelves over a month ago, but parents are just now... Local News 06 Aug 2020 | 02:15
Kathleen Kelly-Volpe, 62, is letting her silver emerge. As roots grow out, it’s a chance for a new look Kathleen Kelly-Volpe started coloring her hair when she was about 35. “I was getting divorced,” she said, laughing. “I decided... Local News 16 Jul 2020 | 04:33
Marylou Kopchak Marylou Kopchak Marylou Kopchak of Dingmans Ferry, Pa., entered heaven on Monday, July 6, 2020. She was 76. She was born on Feb. 14, 1944,... Obituaries 15 Jul 2020 | 12:11
Bob Maxwell, co-owner of Style Counsel in Warwick, N.Y., which has been doing brisk business since retail stores were allowed to reopen with safety measures. (He took his mask off momentarily for the photo.) (Photo by Becca Tucker) Shopkeepers reopen to healthy, even record, sales The future of local retail? “That’s a good one,” laughs Bob Maxwell in his baritone, before excusing himself as “the quiet... Business 01 Jul 2020 | 05:06
The testing site at Sussex County Community College in New Jersey, which is now closed. (Photo provided) Testing, testing, testing in the tristate area More than three months into the COVID-19 pandemic, people in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania have “flattened the curve”... Local News 29 Jun 2020 | 11:30
Wayback Burger owner Sushil Bhagudia is closely following all guidelines to keep his staff and customers safe. Tristate restaurants prepare for outdoor dining By Molly Colgan ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. Dining in the tristate area is getting kicked to the curb. Outdoor dining is now allowed... Local News 07 Jun 2020 | 06:15
Helene Elizabeth Lane The forgotten few All is Quiet-calm-serene Normally, this would be great! Today, however, after many days of same None of us at Belle Reve are... Letters to the Editor 29 May 2020 | 11:15
Renee Burns spent a long spring training weekend with her West Milford High School lacrosse team in Florida this spring, before the season was canceled. She is headed to Monmouth University, where freshman orientation is still planned for early September. ( WMLAX) Roll with it 101: College-bound seniors ponder their future Isabella Sergent, a senior at Sparta High School, already has her roommate picked out and knows where she’ll be dorming when... Local News 28 May 2020 | 03:04
Make sure your face mask has a good fit I’ve spent a lifetime as an occupational health professional in industries where heavy-duty masks are often required. Lately... Letters to the Editor 27 May 2020 | 12:44
