Did you know there is a Constitution Day -
when our Constitution of the United States
marked its 224th birthday?!
On Sept. 17th 1787, the draft of the Constitution was signed and formed the foundation upon which the United States of America organized its government. This link tells the story of its creation.
9/11: Ten Years Later
It’s hard to believe it’s been ten years since that tragic morning of September 11, 2001. While a full decade has passed, the memories of that day remain seared in our hearts and minds. Many of us will never forget where we were and how we felt when we first heard the news. And many of us will never forget the friends and family whose lives were cut short that day.
As we gather together today to mark the ten year anniversary of September 11, let us honor and remember the many legacies left behind on that fateful morning. Let us honor and remember the heroism displayed by the first responders who ran into the burning buildings; let us honor and remember the search and rescue teams that scoured the debris of ground zero for survivors; and let us honor and remember the brave men and women of our armed forces that have brought justice to the enemy.
To say September 11 was a defining moment for our country would be an incredible understatement. After September 11, we learned that the forces that unite us are far stronger than those which seek to divide us. They say that the true test of a people’s strength is how they rise to confront a challenge when it arrives. Following the attacks of September 11, Americans of all stripes united together as one behind a common purpose. In our country’s greatest hour of darkness, the resiliency of the American spirit shined brighter than ever before and our nation grew stronger.
Every time we feel we have reached our limit, we are reminded that our potential knows no end. Today, our problems are more focused on the state of our economy and our country’s finances. While we face many challenges on the road to recovery, we can still move forward with the same determination that inspired us a mere decade ago. I have always held the utmost faith in the will of the American people. September 11 awakened us to the worst of humanity, but brought out the best in all of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with all those who mourn the loss of loved ones on this day. May God bless their memory and may God bless the United States of America.
Sincerely,
U.S. Congressman Scott Garrett
Public Hearing August 17, 2011 at the Montague Municipal Building
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Green Acres Program - Notice of Public Hearings on Proposed Conveyance
(Lease) of State-owned Lands in High Point State Park (Montague Township, Sussex County), Long Pond Ironworks State Park (West Milford Township and
Ringwood Borough, Passaic County) and Ringwood State Park (Ringwood Borough, Passaic County and Mahwah Township, Bergen County).
Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 13:1D-51 through 58, the State of New Jersey, Department or Environmental Protection ("NDJEP" or Department"), Green Acres Program, will hold three public hearings to seek comments on a proposed 25-year conveyance (lease) to Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company ("Tennessee") of certain State-owned lands, described more specifically below, in High Point State Park (Montague Township, Sussex County), Long Pond Ironworks State Park (West Milford Township and Ringwood Borough, Passaic County), and Ringwood State Park (Ringwood Borough, Passaic County and Mahwah Township, Bergen County).
One only needs to go to nearby Vernon, NJ to see what's ahead in terms of clearcut deforestation, earth removal and truck traffic. Similar projects raise concerns in residential areas.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Green Acres Program - Notice of Public Hearings on Proposed Conveyance
(Lease) of State-owned Lands in High Point State Park (Montague Township, Sussex County), Long Pond Ironworks State Park (West Milford Township and
Ringwood Borough, Passaic County) and Ringwood State Park (Ringwood Borough, Passaic County and Mahwah Township, Bergen County).
Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 13:1D-51 through 58, the State of New Jersey, Department or Environmental Protection ("NDJEP" or Department"), Green Acres Program, will hold three public hearings to seek comments on a proposed 25-year conveyance (lease) to Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company ("Tennessee") of certain State-owned lands, described more specifically below, in High Point State Park (Montague Township, Sussex County), Long Pond Ironworks State Park (West Milford Township and Ringwood Borough, Passaic County), and Ringwood State Park (Ringwood Borough, Passaic County and Mahwah Township, Bergen County).
One only needs to go to nearby Vernon, NJ to see what's ahead in terms of clearcut deforestation, earth removal and truck traffic. Similar projects raise concerns in residential areas.
Photo: Courtesy Congressman Garrett's office
Montague resident picked as Senior of the Year The county award announced at Thursday's Senior Day at the NJ State Fair, hosted by the Division of Senior Services, went to Louis Avenatti of Montague.
Avenatti is an active member of the Montague Senior Club, volunteers as an income tax filer for seniors, and has organized seniors to assist with the Sussex County Food Pantry. He was nominated as Sr. volunteer of the Year by the township committee.
"He is tireless in his pursuit of programs, speakers and activities that will offer valuable information, advice or entertainment to our seniors", said Lorraine Hentz, Sussex County Division of Senior Services director.
Also nominated on the county level, hailing from Montague was Joseph Lashendock Jr.
BEAR info -
To report a nuisance black bear, call the DEP's 24-hour, toll-free hotline: 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337).
If a bear is seen around your neighborhood, it is important to immediately discourage repeat visits. What you can do is determine if there is anything attracting it in your neighborhood that will cause the bear to return. If you have unsecured garbage, pet food, barbecue grills, or other food items available in your yard, you should secure those items as soon as possible.
A nuisance bear is one that looks for handouts, hangs around because it thinks food is available, or becomes aggressive, etc. More information about bears is available on this NJ website.
Due to a shortage of acorns this year, bears will be looking for alternative food sources and have already been more active trying to access them. If a bear lingers near your house for an extended time, despite loud noises being made - report it before it causes damage.
To report a nuisance black bear, call the DEP's 24-hour, toll-free hotline: 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337).
If a bear is seen around your neighborhood, it is important to immediately discourage repeat visits. What you can do is determine if there is anything attracting it in your neighborhood that will cause the bear to return. If you have unsecured garbage, pet food, barbecue grills, or other food items available in your yard, you should secure those items as soon as possible.
A nuisance bear is one that looks for handouts, hangs around because it thinks food is available, or becomes aggressive, etc. More information about bears is available on this NJ website.
Due to a shortage of acorns this year, bears will be looking for alternative food sources and have already been more active trying to access them. If a bear lingers near your house for an extended time, despite loud noises being made - report it before it causes damage.
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