School Budgets, New Superintendent Top Local News

Students Plead for Return of Consumer Science Program

The Bedminster board of education approved its budget Thursday with the elimination of the Family and Consumer Science program, as well as a reduction in hours for the library/media specialist.

Refinancing Drops Somerset Hills School Tax Levy Hike Under 2%

The Somerset Hills board of education approved a budget that raised the general fund tax levy by 2 percent, but only increased taxes by 1.6 percent.

New Somerset Hills Schools Superintendent Hired

The district hired former Highland Park Superintendent Frances Wood to replace Peter Miller, who is retiring at the end of the year.

Jeep Theft Reported on Bernardsville Mountain

Bernardsville Police are investigating the theft of a Jeep Grand Cherokee from a home on Bernardsville Mountain Wednesday.

Bernardsville Council Faces More Comments on Athletic Fields

Discussions on lease agreements, and words of caution, continue during Bernardsville council meetings as they continue to contemplate athletic field proposals.

Bernardsville Borough Budget Expected to Stay Within 2% Cap

A draft version of the budget was presented, and it is expected to fall within the 2 percent cap limit, with an introduction planned for April 8.

GOP Backs Incumbent Republicans for Bedminster Committee

The Bedminster Township Republican Municipal Committee has endorsed Bernie Pane and Staci Santucci for the 2013 elections.