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The Porch is an extension of Molli Dowd's handmade luxury gingerbread boutique called Edible Estates. Both will open in July.
Dennis Storey, 62, of Perth Amboy, is charged with animal cruelty of a 3-year-old Husky and aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer.
This free annual program allows for the safe and secure disposal of personal documents, scrap metal, and hazardous household items.
See the latest announcement from the Somerset County Government.
A memorial will be held on July 14, four years since Hillsborough Fire Company #2 Assistant Chief William "Billy" Shaffer died.
Westfield Police released its blotter for incidents over the past week.
Eagle Scout Charles Ford has chosen to honor the memory of Officer Matthew J. Melchionda, who was killed in the line of duty in March 2006.
Ridge High School had an impressive 10 boys competing, as well as six girls at the Meet of Champions last week.
Sgt. Livingston, Sgt. Martinez, Officer James and Officer Fequiere received the Recognition of Excellence Award.
PSE&G provided an update at the June 12 Council meeting announcing plans for final milling and paving work. See when:
The Buddy Bench will be introduced as a safe, welcoming place for anyone seeking a friend to talk to or play with during recess.
787 Coffee Co. also has locations in New York, Texas, and Puerto Rico.
The free drop-off event allows residents to safely dispose of their harmful household hazardous waste items.
The upcoming Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) events in June allow a chance to explore the wide range of senior programs and resources available.
The selected candidate will fill out the remainder of Csilla Csipak's term through December 2025.
The restaurant on Route 202 is proposing to demolish a church next door to complete the addition.
Authorities are asking locals to avoid the area of Friday afternoon.
The Flagtown Fire Department has six parent/child firefighting duos who volunteer their time to help keep the Hillsborough community safe.
The lawsuit stated the coach punched a 72-year-old umpire in the face and broke his jaw during a Little League game in Branchburg in 2022.
The Westfield Police blotter also included 3 arrests for outstanding warrants and fraud.
