Bridgewater|News|
Owner Of Somerset Patriots, Steve Kalafer, Dies From Cancer At 71
The community is "heartbroken" over the loss of Kalafer who was not only a father but an unmatched entrepreneur and philanthropist.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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- Bridgewater, NJ
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Bridgewater|News|
All Lanes Closed On Route 22: Telephone Pole Down, Lights Out
Authorities are asking drivers to avoid Route 22 east in Branchburg.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
1,000 Somerset County Locals Without Power Following Storm
JCP&L is estimating power could be restored as late as 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Middle, High Schools Move To 3 Feet Social Distancing
This change allows the Bridgewater-Raritan school district to provide in-person instruction 5 days a week for students in grades 7 to 12.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Garwood's Sara Todisco Is Nominated For Mayor Of The Year
Garwood Mayor Sara Todisco is among four others to be nominated as Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce's Mayor Of The Year.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|News|
Scotch Plains Landmark Wallis Stationary To Close Due To Pandemic
Wallis Stationary on Park Avenue stood as a landmark in Scotch Plains for decades. Now the longtime newsstand is closing its doors.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
Firefighters Battle Blaze At Bridgewater Home
A fire is being reported in the township on Wednesday morning.
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Bridgewater|News|
Bridgewater Mayor Calls For End To Outdoor Limits For Graduation
Bridgewater Mayor Matthew Moench is among 22 New Jersey mayors, of the Mayors for "Main Street" Alliance, urging Gov. Murphy to take action.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Mayor Calls For End To Outdoor Limits For Graduation
Hillsborough Mayor Shawn Lipani is among 22 New Jersey mayors, of the Mayors for "Main Street" Alliance, urging Gov. Murphy to take action.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
22 NJ Mayors Urge Murphy To Cut Outdoor Limits For Graduation
"Our lives are marked with a few seminal moments... We need to allow our children to experience these as we did," said Bridgewater Mayor.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
Water Main Break Closes Rt. 28 Near Raritan Valley College
Somerset County sent out an alert announcing the break in Branchburg on Wednesday morning.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Fire Engulfs Garage Of Hillsborough Home: Photos
Hillsborough Firefighters share photos of a garage fire in the township on Tuesday night.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
Stolen Car, Fire Reported In Warren Over Weekend
A Warren resident also reported someone tried to defraud them out of about $30,000, according to the police blotter.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
Motorcade, Bagpipes Honor Bridgewater Firefighter Laid To Rest
The Finderne Fire Department shared a video of the moving bagpipe tribute for Bridgewater resident Thomas Marshall Sr.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bridgewater|News|
Somerset County Expands COVID Vaccination Waiting List
Somerset County residents 40 years and older can now sign up for the Somerset County COVID Vaccination Waiting List.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations In Clark, Garwood
More eateries in Clark or Garwood may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|News|
Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations In Scotch Plains Area
More eateries in the Scotch Plains area may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve now. Others offer pickup deals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In Hillsborough
More eateries in Hillsborough may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In Warren
More eateries in Warren may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Fatal Crash Reported In Hillsborough Monday
The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office and the Hillsborough Township Police Department investigated the death on Monday morning.
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