Bridgewater|News|
Increased Police Presence Near Duke Island Park For Training
"There is no need to be alarmed," said Bridgewater Police on Friday.
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- Bridgewater, NJ
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Homestead Warehouse Developer Sues Hillsborough Over Application Denial
In September, the Hillsborough Planning Board denied the project looking to build two warehouses/office buildings off Homestead Road.
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Bridgewater|News|
Skechers To Open New Store In Bridgewater
The footwear store is gearing up to open in Somerset County.
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Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Local Seeks To Give Gifts, Feed Shelter Families This Holiday Season
Christina Castellanos and Melissa Smith are looking to help families at the Agape House and Chance 2 in Somerville for Christmas.
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Bridgewater|News|
Downtown Somerville Alliance Staff Lend Santa A Helping Hand
The DSA will make sure every letter dropped into Santa’s Mailbox on Division Street finds its way to the North Pole.
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Bridgewater|News|
Crash On Route 202 South Closes Lane In Raritan
The crash is located just past the Somerville Circle on Thursday.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Pool Fees Will Not Increase For 2026 In Bernards Township
Two new pass categories were also added for the 2026 pool season.
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Bridgewater|News|
Scout Looks To Transform Bridgewater-Raritan High School Bridge
Brendan Kempe, a senior at BRHS, is collecting funds to help clean up and paint the bridge as part of his Eagle Scout project.
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Princeton, NJ|News|
Princeton Police Non-Emergency Phone Line Will Temporarily Go Down
During this time, 911 will remain fully operational and should be used for all police, fire, and medical emergencies.
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Bridgewater|News|
Downed Tree Closes Long Road Between Bridgewater, Basking Ridge
Thursday will remain breezy into the night for the area.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Murphy Declares State Of Emergency — Over Propane
The emergency is being declared due to the anticipated impact on the delivery of propane for home and commercial heating purposes.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Couple Opens New Salad Cafe With Sandwiches & Customizable Options
Hillsborough Couple Joe Trani and Kari LaSpisa are hosting a ribbon-cutting for The Fresh Fig in their hometown on Dec. 16.
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Bridgewater|News|
Puppy Pawlooza Coming To Downtown Somerville
Featuring pet-friendly vendors, community education organizations, a DJ, live demonstrations, animal rescues, adoption opportunities & more.
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Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Santa To Arrive On Fire Truck Delivering Gifts In Far Hills, Bedminster
The Far Hills-Bedminster Fire Department is also hosting its fund drive to help support its training and operational efforts.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
$505K Grant Awarded To Improve Farm Road In Hillsborough
The grant was awarded from the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Fiscal Year 2026 Municipal Aid Program.
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Princeton, NJ|News|
DWI Arrests, Shoplifting, Thefts Reported In Princeton
Princeton Police released its blotter for last week.
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Bridgewater|News|
Largest Combat Robotics Event In NJ Headed To Bridgewater
A BattleBots and Combat Robotics event will be held at the Bridgewater Commons on Saturday and Sunday.
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Princeton, NJ|News|
New Signage Brings Fresh Look To Princeton Parks
The signs highlight native plants and animals you might encounter in that park, according to Princeton.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Basking Ridge Firefighter Honored For 50 Years Of Service
Mike Delgado was honored with resolutions from Bernards Township, Somerset County, Congressional and State officials, and Gov. Phil Murphy.
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Bridgewater|News|
Parking, Size Issues Raised Over Cafe Emilia's Proposed Expansion, Banquet Hall In Bridgewater
Residents raised questions over the number of parking spots proposed for the restaurant that is looking to add a banquet hall & rooftop bar.
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