School Budgets, Solar Farm, More Top Local News

Bedminster School Budget Could Increase 10%

With an increase in special education students in the district and more students heading to Bernards High School next year, the district is facing a $1.4 million increase in its budget for the 2013-2014 school year.

Bedminster School Superintendent Out on Sick Leave

Superintendent Carolyn Koos is currently out on sick leave, although details of her leave are unavailable because of federal health laws.

Far Hills Mayor Wants to Meet on Bernards Roads Dispute

Far Hills Mayor Paul Varone has said he would like to meet with Bernards Township officials concerning a dispute over how much money Far Hills should contribute to costs for two roads equally owned by both towns.

Somerset Hills Schools Introduce Budget With 1.7% Increase

The district introduced a $39 million budget with a 2 percent increase in current expenses and a $100,000 increase in capital funds for an athletic field.

JCP&L is working to trim trees for municipalities hardest hit in Superstorm Sandy, making sure the branches are away from power lines.

Residents Concerned Over Upcoming Application on Solar Farm

Residents have formed a special group, called Preserve Bedminster, to protest an application for a solar farm on the Kirby Farm in Bedminster.

Bedwell School's Energy Savings Win Green Ribbon

Bedwell Elementary School was one of only two schools in the state to be recognized as a 2013 New Jersey Green Ribbon School.