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More Crossing Guards, Christie at RVCC Top Local News

A gas station application also tops the news this week.

Christie: 'I Don't Think Teachers Are the Problem...Unions Are'

Gov. Chris Christie held a town hall at Raritan Valley Community College Thursday, and discussed his unfinished business as he prepares for a re-election bid.

'Voice' Singer Celebrates Health, Album Release

Jamar Rogers, a contestant on season two of NBC’s “The Voice,” performed his new single at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics in Raritan, as he is an advocate for diagnostic testing.

Gun Buyback Program an 'Outstanding Success,' Prosecutor Says

The county collected more than 1,302 rifles, shotguns, handguns and other weapons during its gun buyback program in early April.

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Bernards Holding Early Detection Health Screenings

The health department is holding its annual screening program again in early May, with cancer screenings and more.

Bernardsville Police Chief Suggests More School Crossing Guards

Police chief Kevin Valentine has suggested that more crossing guards might be needed in the busiest intersections where students are crossing to reach the high school, middle school or elementary school.

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Former Gov. Kean Nominated for State Hall of Fame

Former Gov. Tom Kean will be inducted into the hall of fame this year.

Bernardsville Officials Offer No Comment on Citizens Group's Lawsuit

Officials said they have not yet seen the lawsuit filed by a citizens group that is challenging plans to build a new grass field near other existing fields.

More Shell Dispensers Equals More Traffic, Land Use Chair Says

A Bedminster application for more dispensers at the Shell gas station on Route 206 was tabled after concerns were raised about how they would increase traffic in the area.

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