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Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer

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Cybele is a writer and editor with more than 16 years in the publishing industry. An avid reader, you can usually find her with the latest new book release from the local library. She currently resides on a farm in Hardwick with her husband and four children. In her spare time, she writes historical fiction specific to New Jersey.
Community

IMPRESSIONS: Hospitable and Affordable, Stillwater Cafe Brings “Honest, Homemade Meals” to Town

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Located at 912 Main Street, the Stillwater Cafe is in the quaint village of Stillwater. It is also the site of the former George...
Education

Parents: Start 2024 With a Digital Use Check-In

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The New Year is upon us, and for many parents, that means they have bought yet another digital device for their child over the...
Echo Eats

True Grits

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Decidedly southern, and the official state food of Georgia, how did grits make their way to northern New Jersey? The truth is they’ve always...
Echo Eats

Quail Eggs Two Ways for the Holidays

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Pickled quail eggs make a nice pop of color as a garnish on avocado toast with basil. Photo by: Cybele Tamulonis, 12/2023.
Business Spotlight

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Aprie Allen Brings Sparkle to Main Street

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Aprie Allen’s personality shines as bright as the jewelry in her shop, Aprie Allen Jewelry, located at 18 Main Street in Blairstown. This week,...
Community

Outgoing North Warren Regional Board of Education President Reflects on a Challenging 8 Years

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Also Discussed at the meeting - Green Schools and Busing Issue The North Warren Regional Board of Education (NWRBOE) met on December 11, 2023,...
Blairstown Police

Protect Yourself from Scams

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According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Americans lost $8.8 billion in fraudulent scams last year, up 30% from 2021 — and 2023 is...
Echo Eats

Easy Farm Cheese Made at Home

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The process of making delicious farmers' cheese at home, explained. Photo created by C. Tamulonis, 12/2023
Community

A Wheely Good Time Found at Main Street Depot in Blairstown

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MSD owners Lisa Siebens and Scott Amon with one of the Aventon models. Photo by C. Tamulonis, 11/2023.
Meetings

North Warren Regional Reports Successful Start to Capturing Kids Hearts Program

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From left, teachers Stacey Fluri, Jessica Koppinger, and Alyssa Wetzl present as Principal Carie Norcross-Murphy looks on. Photo by: C. Tamulonis, 11/2023.
Artists

INTERESTING FOLKS: A Detailed Life, Diorama Artist Karen Kaplan Klein

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The artist Karen Kaplan Klein at her horse farm in Blairstown. Photo by C. Tamulonis, 11/2023
Community

This Year, Be Like Wally

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
If you had to run to Acme on Route 94 in Blairstown this past Sunday, you may have witnessed a beautiful act of generosity....
Echo Eats

ECHO EATS: Blairstown Backstrap

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If you’re tired of trotting out the turkey on Thanksgiving, it might be time to add some venison to your holiday table. Hunters are...
Community

SCCC’s Student Farm Grows Interest in Agriculture

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Erin Shroll, supervisor of the agriculture and horticulture program at Sussex County Community College (SCCC), made her way across a field at the Student...
Community

Volunteers Breathe Life into Millbrook Village for History Tour

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The Millbrook Village Society recently shook out their bonnets and bowlers to give the public an entertaining and educational taste of life at the...
Community Issues

Warren County Library Addresses CDH Closing – How the Wait Will Be Worth It

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Architects rendering of the entry to the newly renovated Library. Rendering by DIGGroupArchitecture
Community

North Warren BOE Examines State Testing Results

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The North Warren Regional School District board of education (BOE) convened its regular meeting on October 16th, 2023. A detailed presentation on the school’s...
Community

Local Music Studio Performance Fills Church Rafters with Joy

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Music flowed through the rafters of the First United Methodist Church of Blairstown on October 15 as The Bolshoi Studio put on a performance...
Business Spotlight

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Hope Junction Attracts Eclectic Mix of Art, Antiques and People

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Hope Junction Antiques in Hope, New Jersey is owned by Lisa and Charles Iulo, who never guessed they would become an antiquing staple in...
Community

Knowlton Lions Club Holds True to the Motto, “We Serve”

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The Knowlton Lions Club meeting in September. Seen here are Bill Quinn, Frank Van Horn, Fred Jordan, Joe Casanova, Mark Ringenary, Diane Jablon, Joe Stockton, Cindy Hendershot and Bill Clifford. Not pictured, Jeff Jablon. Photo by C. Tamulonis 9/2023
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