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Vol. 14 Issue 2 - Newton, NJ - Tuesday, February 4, 2020

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Some Sussex County residents have reported receiving telephone calls from someone stating they are calling from the Sussex County Sheriff's Office. The caller says that you will be arrested if you do not satisfy a particular debt. They give a case number and a call back number. Do not fall for this latest scam. The Sussex County Sheriff's Office is not making these calls. If you have received a call threatening arrest by the Sussex County Sheriff's Office and you feel it is a scam, please call the Sussex County Prosecutor's Office at 973-383-1570 ext 4526.  Read More...


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Elections

Election Dates and DeadlinesElection Dates and Deadlines
(2/4/2020)
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Candidates who want to participate in the June 2nd Primary Election should plan to submit their completed petitions no later than March 30, 2020.
Champions of Democracy NeededChampions of Democracy Needed
(2/4/2020)
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The Board of Elections is currently looking to fill Poll Worker positions throughout the county. "The best part about being a Poll Worker is getting to see all your neighbors and everyone who comes in to vote. It really is a social thing, and you get paid to do it!"

Health & Human Services

2019 Novel Coronavirus2019 Novel Coronavirus
(2/4/2020)
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The State Department is increasing the China Travel Advisory to Level 4 – Do Not Travel. This is due to the spread of the novel coronavirus throughout China and the WHO determination that the outbreak constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. (state.gov)
American Heart Month 2020: High Blood Pressure Control - We Got This!American Heart Month 2020: High Blood Pressure Control - We Got This!
(2/4/2020)
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This February, take the opportunity to learn more about high blood pressure, and empower yourself or others to begin your journey to blood pressure control and better heart health. More Heart health information from the Office of Public Health Nursing
Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town HallKnock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall
(1/31/2020)
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This free event is open to the public and will take place on Friday, March 13, 2020, at 10 a.m. in Newton Medical Center's Romano Conference Center, 175 High Street, Newton.
Women's Health Screening ClinicWomen's Health Screening Clinic
(1/14/2020)
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The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health, Office of Public Health Nursing is sponsoring a Women's Health Screening.

Recycling

2020 Recycling Schedule Announced2020 Recycling Schedule Announced
(2/4/2020)
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The Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority provides FREE Recycling Services to residents and businesses.
*** 2020 Recycling Flyer ***

Law Enforcement

Fifth Grade Students from the Marian McKeown Elementary School Graduate from L.E.A.D.Fifth Grade Students from the Marian McKeown Elementary School Graduate from L.E.A.D.
(1/8/2020)
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Law Enforcement Against Drugs (L.E.A.D.) is a community-based program which was founded in 2014 in New Jersey. In Sussex County, the sheriff's office offers the L.E.A.D. program to area youth through the local schools.
7 Scams to Be Aware Of When Contracting In-Home Health Care7 Scams to Be Aware Of When Contracting In-Home Health Care
(1/15/2020)
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There are scam artists looking for nothing other than to gain access to a home to either harm someone financially, steal property, or harm someone physically.

Library

Leap Into Reading & Win!Leap Into Reading & Win!
(1/21/2020)
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The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is celebrating Leap Year with the Leap Into Reading & Win! reading raffle. Children in fourth grade through adults earn one raffle ticket for each book read or listened to throughout February. A variety of prizes, from $50 Amazon gift cards for adults, to a fun day at Skylands Ice World for students, will be awarded at each SCLS library.

Engineering (Roads & Bridges)

Frankford Bridge ClosedFrankford Bridge Closed
(2/4/2020)
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In the interest of public safety, Sussex County Bridge D-18 on Fenwick Road in Frankford Twp has been closed and will remain closed until it can be fully evaluated and repaired.

Sussex County Community College

Summer RegistrationSummer Registration
(2/4/2020)
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Summer Registration Begins February 24, 2020

Town of the Month

Frankford TownshipFrankford Township
(2/4/2020)
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Frankford Township was formed on April 10, 1797, from portions of Newton Township, and was incorporated on February 21, 1798, as one of New Jersey's initial 104 townships by an act of the New Jersey Legislature. Portions of the township were taken to form Lafayette Township and Sparta Township (both established on April 14, 1845), along with Branchville (March 9, 1898), which is completely surrounded by the township. The township was said to have been named after Frankford, a neighborhood of Philadelphia, after a visitor who hailed from that area came to help out at the rural school in the township. (Wikipedia)

FAQ

How Do I Report Potholes or Road Repairs?How Do I Report Potholes or Road Repairs?
(2/4/2020)
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For repairs to Sussex County highways submit a Service Request to the Office of Roads & Bridges. For township roads, contact your municipality.

Census 2020 Tip of the Month

It's about RedistrictingIt's about Redistricting
(2/4/2020)
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The U.S. Constitution requires that electoral districts be periodically adjusted or redrawn to account for population shifts. Each decade, the census reveals where populations have risen or fallen. The U.S. Census Bureau provides population counts to the states for this purpose.
Importance of the DataImportance of the Data
(2/4/2020)
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The results are critically important because this once-a-decade census data helps businesses, researchers, and communities make decisions. The data can help inform where your community needs a new fire department, more funding for school lunches, or new roads.

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