Hopatcong Region

Starting on November 1, 2020 the Hopatcong Community Center will be the drop-off location for the local Toys for Tots toy drive performed by Scout Pack 88 again this year.

The Hopatcong Scout Pack 88 that is known throughout town for their community work, is continuing their extremely popular FLAG SERVICE program for the community.

In the midst of the world-wide pandemic, the needs are greater than ever before. Children are scared and their families afraid. We want to bring these gifts of hope to as many children as possible and introduce them to the Savior.

The opioid epidemic has had a devastating effect on Sussex County.  Since 2013, almost 250 Sussex County residents have experienced a fatal overdose, with 14 occurring through the first week of March 2020.  In 2019, there were 40 overdose deaths; the highest annual death rate since this epidemic began.

Last week the Hopatcong Marketplace had a record 72 vendors that brought the enjoyment to the region in the form of Food, Crafters, Collectors, Local Businesses, Community Groups and Farm Raised Produce.

As reported by Councilmember John Young during the Borough of Hopatcong Council meeting on October 22, 2020, the Hopatcong Municipal Alliance has been approached by a National Group called Generation SOS.

As the Hopatcong Marketplace “Fall Festival” gets ready to take over the Lake Hopatcong region once again with over 60 Food - Artisans - Local Businesses - Vintage Items with Fresh Produce and specialty food marketplaces,

This is the happening place for Saturday from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM in the Region.

The following is the full Borough of Hopatcong Council Meeting that occurred on 10-21-2020 through Zoom technology.

The following is a brief overview of the results of the Hopatcong Land Use Board meeting that occurred on October 20, 2020, held by Zoom Technology. Besides the final results with the five new applications below are the points the public should know.

The Borough of Hopatcong and NJR Clean Energy Ventures is pleased today with the ribbon cutting and launch of their 49^th implementation in the State in NJ, The new 1.5 Mw of power, clean, green power is like taking 290 cars off the road, additionally NJ Clean Ventures with over has over 350 Mw online, reduces power for 350,000 homes in New Jersey.

Come join the Hopatcong Environmental Commission for a moderate Fall hike to explore Liffy island, previously accessible only by boat or by rocks uncovered due to years of major lake draw-down.  

Once again, the biggest Vendor Fair in Sussex County called Hopatcong Marketplace is descending on the Borough this Saturday, October 10, 2020. Also, the new fall hours have the fair starting at 10:00 AM, so sleep in a little a get ready for a great day of shopping.