Westfield, NJ|News|
4 New Probationary Firefighters Hired In Westfield
Mayor Shelley Brindle swore in new firefighters Corey Menafra, Christian DeEsposito, Parker Puglisi, and Benjamin Hasenkopf on Sunday.
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Bridgewater|News|
Somerset Co. Investigators Recover Uzi-Style And Ghost Guns, Drugs
Police also found 12 pounds of marijuana, hollow-point bullets, and cash during a search.
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Bridgewater|News|
2 Cops Injured, Multiple Cars Rammed In Chase In Bridgewater
Ashton Charles, 30, of Brooklyn, led police on a chase through Somerset County before being arrested on Route 22 in Bridgewater: NJSP.
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Bridgewater|News|
Route 22 West Reopens Following Crash Investigation In Bridgewater
Bridgewater Police announced the reopening of the highway after being closed for about 3 hours for a crash and investigation on Monday.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Ridge HS Student Starts Teen-Run Business Helping Locals With Odd Jobs
Noah Kristiansen started BRHelpingHands last summer to help teens gain work experience by helping residents with odd jobs.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Route 22 East Lane Closures Expected In Union County
The lane closures are necessary to move the construction barrier and restripe the highway to implement a traffic shift, said NJDOT.
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Bridgewater|News|
Major Changes Coming To Route 202/206, 22 Interchange In Bridgewater
The area of the interchange of Route 22 and Route 202/206 both ranked very high in the state for its crash rates and congestion.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Trapped Bird In Storm Drain Rescued By Berkeley Heights Firefighters
Volunteer firefighters were called to The Grove at Connell Park to help the young bird on Sunday.
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Bridgewater|News|
Who's On The Ballot In Bridgewater: Primary Election Day 2025
The primary election is Tuesday. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Who's On The Ballot In Westfield: Primary Election Day 2025
The primary election is Tuesday. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Who's On The Ballot In Basking Ridge: Primary Election Day 2025
The primary election is Tuesday. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Who's On The Ballot In Hillsborough: Primary Election Day 2025
The primary election is Tuesday. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.
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Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Groomer Saves Dog's Life During Routine Appointment
A groomer at Woof Gang Bridgewater made a keen observation, which led to emergency surgery and a happy outcome for the beloved pet.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
'Shedfest' Music Festival Returns To Bedminster On Sunday, June 1
The festival will include live music, food trucks, children’s activities, local brews, and more.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Strawberry Festival Coming To Abma's Farm In Hillsborough
The festival will include food trucks, craft vendors, strawberry-themed baked goods, a kids craft station, photo ops, a petting zoo, & more.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Business Association To Host 2025 Summer Social
This exciting event is your opportunity to connect with local professionals in a relaxed, summer setting.
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Bridgewater|News|
The Party Shop Featuring Custom Balloon Designs Opens In Somerville
The Party Shop opened off Route 22, and offers installs, number stacks, marquees, organic balloon garlands, tents, chairs, bounce houses.
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Hillsborough, NJ|News|
3 Bald Eagles Take First Flight From Duke Farms Nest In Hillsborough
All three young Bald Eagles of 2025 have officially fledged and taken their first flight from the Duke Farms nest in Hillsborough.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield To Celebrate Pride Month 2025 With Flag Raising
The Pride flag will be raised at Town Hall on June 9 followed by a walk to the rainbow crosswalks on Quimby Street.
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Warren, NJ|News|
NY Red Bulls Player, Warren Native To Appear At Playa Bowls
Playa Bowls is hosting Daniel Edelman and giving customers a chance to win a signed Red Bulls jersey and 2 tickets to a home game.
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