Bridgewater|News|
Firefighters Rescue Kitten Trapped In Storm Drain On Route 22 In Branchburg
The ginger and white colored kitten was turned over to the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter on Wednesday for rehabilitation.
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- Bridgewater, NJ
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Bridgewater|News|
Somerset County To Hold September 11 Ceremony
The ceremony will commemorate the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
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Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Student Gets 2nd Chance At Life With Kidney Transplant, Fundraiser Started
A fundraising concert will be held at Green Knoll Grill to help the owners' 22-year-old daughter, Joey DiChiara.
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Bridgewater|News|
2 Buildings With 10 Apartment Units, 4 Business Units Sold In Raritan
Two buildings that include 10 apartment units, four commercial suites, and a shared parking lot were recently sold on W. Somerset Street.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Hosts Kickball With The Cops & Movies Under The Stars
On Sept. 12, residents can play kickball with Hillsborough police officers, followed by a screening of A Minecraft Movie.
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Bridgewater|News|
Later High School Start Times, Busing Changes To Be Discussed In Bridgewater-Raritan
The Board of Education will review transportation options for the 2026-27 school year ahead of the implementation of full-day kindergarten.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Expect Police Prescence At All Bernards Township Schools For First Day
Bernards Township students will have their first day back to school on Thursday.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Falls Prevention Exercise Programs Available At Somerset County-Operated Senior Wellness Centers
See the September calendar of activities and programs happening at the county-operated senior wellness centers.
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Bridgewater|News|
Car Crashes Through Bridgewater Home With Residents Inside
The home sustained extensive structural damage and was condemned by the Bridgewater Township Building Inspector, said police.
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Bridgewater|News|
Howl O' Ween Costume Contest To Be Hosted By Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming In Bridgewater
All neighborhood pups are invited to dress in their Howl-o-Ween best for a chance to win pawsome prizes.
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Bridgewater|News|
Pickup Truck Leaking Gasoline, Ignites Into Flames In Bridgewater
The fire also caused damage to Paris Baguette's awning and windows on Saturday night, said police.
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Bridgewater|News|
Judge Accused Of Yelling At, Threatening Kids No Longer Serving On Bench In Bridgewater
The Supreme Court of NJ Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct filed the charges against Municipal Court Judge Britt J. Simon last month.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Prepares To Shift Where Students Attend Schools For 2026-27
Families and students are expected to be notified around Spring Break whether or not they will be switching elementary schools.
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Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Police Increase Patrols, Share Back To School Safety Tips
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional students had their first day back to school on Tuesday.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Multiple Homes Burglarized While Basking Ridge Homeowners Away On Vacation: Blotter
A report of possible human remains discovered in a retention pond in the Township was also reported in the police blotter.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Hardscrabble Road Closed On Tuesday In Basking Ridge
Bernards Township Police sent out an alert about the closure.
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Bridgewater|News|
Somerset County 4-H To Host Open House
On Sept. 25, community members can learn about the 60-plus clubs for youth in grades K-13.
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Bridgewater|News|
Library To Reopen After Mold Discovered In Somerville
The library also announced a reimagined first floor to improve accessibility.
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Bridgewater|News|
Police Urge Drivers To Use Caution As School Is Back In Session In Somerset County
The National Safety Council reports that in 2023, a total of 128 people were killed in school bus-related crashes and 11,600 were injured.
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Bridgewater|News|
Road Reopened After Gas Leak In Bridgewater
Bridgewater Township Police sent out an alert about the leak on Friday around 2 p.m.
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