Housing Funds Spat, Champion Warriors Top Warren News

The township will send the state a one-inch document defending its use of its own affordable housing trust fund, a posture that puts it in conflict with Gov. Chris Christie, who wants to use $140 million of such funds to help balance his 2013 state budget.

Underdog Warriors Repeat as Somerset Softball Champs

The Somerset County softball final came down to the two teams that fought for the crown last year: Watchung Hills and Hillsborough. And just like in 2012, the Watchung Hills Warriors left as champions, with a 3-1 victory.

Classic Cars and Clydsedales to Kick Off Memorial Day in Warren

Warren will honor its veterans during several Memorial Day events on Monday.

The day's activities will begin with a dedication of the township's 9/11 monument at 9:30 a.m. 

Teacher Says Goodbye to Watchung Hills 'Family'

“There are a lot of good people here; it’s more of a family atmosphere,” Barry Kostibos said, as he reflected upon his 30-year teaching career at Watchung Hills Regional High School, which comes to an end this year.

Warren to Study Mount Bethel Road Traffic

The Township Committee last week agreed to work with Somerset County on a study of the traffic in the Mount Bethel Road corridor.

New Child Porn Charge Could Mean 30 Years Prison for Convicted Child Abuser

As a new charge surfaced for a convicted child abuser from Watchung on Wednesday, 53-year-old Patrick Deck may be facing a combined more than 30 years in prison if now convicted of videotaping and sexually assaulting minors in addition to being in possession of child pornography.