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Cheers Basking Ridge! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Planning summer already? See what Pleasant Valley Pool will cost in 2026
  • How a Basking Ridge man’s crime spree led to 80-year stakes

Also on today's calendar: The Folk Project's Stephen Kellogg's Old Friends Tour featuring the Kellogg Sisters and 7 more events.

Find out what's happening in Basking Ridgefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: How many sheep does it take to make a sweater? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Basking Ridgefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Saturday: A bit of ice in the morning, with a high of 30 and low of 18 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Sunday: Rain and drizzle in the p.m., temps: high: 35, low: 32.
  • Monday: Rain; windy in the afternoon, with a high of 51 and low of 26 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Pool Fees to Remain Steady in Bernards Township for 2026 Season (tapinto.net) — Bernards Township has decided to keep Pleasant Valley Pool membership fees at 2025 levels for the 2026 summer season, a welcome break for Basking Ridge families planning ahead. Officials also added new discounted caregiver passes for seniors and adults with disabilities, aiming to make the popular local pool more accessible. Residents can check the township website for detailed rates and registration information.
   

• Basking Ridge convict found guilty after violent police chase with stolen car (palivingnews.com) — A Basking Ridge resident has been convicted on multiple serious charges after a violent 2023 police chase in Manville that injured an officer and involved a stolen car and illegal weapons. The 39-year-old now faces a potential decades-long prison sentence, with formal sentencing scheduled for late January 2026. Authorities highlighted his prior record and threatening statements toward police.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • While driving early evening today on 78W near Exit 40 (Plainfield) I noticed a deceased dog (light brown mid size) on the side of the road.
    I couldn’t stop but just wanted to post for those who have a missing pet. I’m sorry for your loss. (Nextdoor Edge of Ridge)
  • Have to say, seeing a speed trap at 9 PM on Christmas Eve on Schley Mtn Rd last night, left me wondering why we never see speed traps at dusk on Schley and Allen Road when people race though the area.
    I guess you want to make sure the people going to midnight mass don’t speed. (Nextdoor Liberty Ridge)
  • Jacobs posted a job opening for Associate Material Controller in Morristown. Apply here.
  • Sanofi posted a job opening for Global Brand Manager, Nuvaxovid- Vaccines in Morristown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Basking Ridge here.

🗞 Nearby News

Morristown

  • Morristown Mourns Staple Restaurateur: ‘A Horrible Loss To Our Community' (patch.com)

Bridgewater

  • Bridgewater Artist Holding Exhibit in Warren (tapinto.net)
  • Bridgewater Teen Wins Title at Prestigious Horse Competition (tapinto.net)
  • Community Happenings, Packet Papers, Dec. 26 (centraljersey.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I have no idea. I didn’t even know sheep could knit.
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