Until recent years, music at St. Joseph Church in West Milford came from the pipe organ. Near it is a papier-mâché angel created by Father Bernie. (File photo by Ann Genader) Looking back: How Christmas celebrations have changed Observance of the Christmas holiday in West Milford has changed greatly over the years from the time when celebrating the... Columns 20 Dec 2023 | 11:49
Christmastime of yesteryear will be on display at the Creamery at the Wallisch Homestead, 65 Lincoln Ave. (Photo provided) Christmas Past on display at Wallisch Homestead The Friends of the Wallisch Homestead will offer a glimpse into Christmas Past again this season. Each evening between 5... Local News 18 Nov 2023 | 09:33
Thanks to residents, Elks for holiday food baskets On behalf of the West Milford Recreation Center, I would like to express my sincere thanks to our community for their help... Letters to the Editor 12 Jan 2023 | 12:40
Town of Warwick Police released this photo of a suspect stealing a blow mold Santa train decoration from Vincent Poloniak’s lawn around 2 a.m. December 31. Photo provided. UPDATE: Stolen from Spanktown: Santa train, Three Stooges, choir singers In the final days of the last-ever Spanktown Road holiday display, cherished pieces of it were stolen from 83-year-old Vincent... Local News 03 Jan 2023 | 05:52
2022 is the final year for the Poloniak’s light display at 22 Spanktown Road. Photo: Sammie Finch. 50 years of light and love on Spanktown Road After 50 years of cultivating an unforgettable Christmas experience in the heart of Florida, Vincent Poloniak is turning... Local News 28 Dec 2022 | 04:44
Fleet Foxes: White Winter Hymnal (cover). Source: YouTube. Red snow? A most unexpected modern standard for the holidays There is no mention of holiday or Christmas in lyrics to the song, ``White Winter Hymnal.’’ Or winter, for that matter. There... Entertainment 21 Dec 2021 | 02:04
The late Ruth Wiley Adams, a lady who loved Christmas, devoted her time and energy to preserving the environment. Photo by Ann Genader. An appreciation for the West Milford woman who loved Christmas Whenever a fight to save the environment surfaced, a feisty West Milford senior citizen was sure to be in front of the action.... Local News 08 Dec 2021 | 09:00
Wally, the Wallisch Cow Christmas Past at the Wallisch Homestead If you are looking for someplace to get into the Christmas spirit then head on over to the Wallisch Homestead during the... Local News 24 Nov 2021 | 10:47
Santa’s coming to town. Photo illustration by cottonbro from Pexels. Upcoming 2021 traditional seasonal events and information The Holiday Season is upon us! Here are some traditional seasonal/holiday upcoming events: Nov. 25 Thanksgiving Day Does your... Entertainment 24 Nov 2021 | 10:29
Experts said tree buyers should expect to pay between 10% and 30% more for both live trees and artificial trees this year and also have a smaller selection to choose from. Bah. Humbug. Expect to pay more for a Christmas tree Add Christmas trees to the list of items facing shortages and higher prices this year. Several factors are driving the trend,... Local News 23 Nov 2021 | 02:29
“Ho, Ho, Ho...This is Santa!” Photo by krakenimages on Unsplash. North Pole. Calling Santa The West Milford Community Services & Recreation Department has arranged a direct telephone line to Santa Claus at the North... Local News 04 Nov 2021 | 09:21