Franklinite played an important role in New Jersey’s industrial history. (Photo by Tiia Monto) Franklinite declared state’s official mineral Franklinite became the official mineral of New Jersey when Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation designating it so Wednesday,... Local News 25 Jul 2023 | 02:14
Sussex County historian Bill Truran, left, poses with fourth-graders taught by Holly Romahn, second from left, at Hardyston Elementary School. The class wrote letters to legislators, urging that Franklinite be named New Jersey’s official mineral. (Photo provided) Sussex County History Today: Franklinite is now official Sussex County is the owner of a great accomplishment. What one might consider a towering achievement is that two of our Sussex... Columns 24 Jul 2023 | 12:28
