Submerged Jeep Pulled From North Branch Raritan River

The Far Hills-Bedminister Fire Department pulled the Jeep from the river on Tuesday night.

Bernards Township Police To Host National Night Out

The event will include a DJ, food, activities, K9 Demonstration, vehicle displays and extrication demo, an outdoor movie and more.

Bernards Township Police To Host National Night Out On Aug. 1

The annual event fights crime through community engagement.

Unlocked Car With Keys Inside Stolen In Peapack-Gladstone

Police are reminding all residents to lock their car doors when at home and to remove the keys from their vehicles.

Man Found Dead Lying On Side Of Road In Bernardsville

Bernardsville Police are investigating after finding the 53-year-old man lying on the ground on Thursday morning.

Downed Trees, Wires Suspends NJ Transit's ​Gladstone Branch Train

The train line is suspended in both directions on Tuesday.

Town Hall Open As Work To Restore Power Continues In Basking Ridge

Bernards Township Police are urging residents not to travel due to the severe storms in our area.

Safe Exchange Zone Set Up At Bernards Township Police Department

This area will allow residents to conduct exchanges in a public area under the watchful eye of video surveillance 24 hours a day.

Erratic Stolen Car Drives Into Oncoming Rt. 206 Traffic In Peapack: PD

Car thieves are still at large following a search by K9 tracking dogs and police helicopters on Wednesday.

Fire Engulfs Deck, Pool House In Bernardsville

Bernardsville Firefighters worked quickly to stop the fire from spreading to the home on Wednesday night.

Car Fire Spreads To Multiple Vehicles Off Route 202 In Bedminster

Firefighters from Far Hills-Bedminster and Peapack Gladstone were able to stop the blaze from spreading to a nearby building on Monday.

'Horrendous Fire' Destroys Bedminster Florist Shop: Photos, Video

Firefighters from all over Somerset County helped to battle the fire which also spread and damaged nearby businesses this past weekend.

The End Of An Era: Liberty Corner Rescue Squad Donates $125,000

The Liberty Corner First Aid Squad is passing on the last of its 57-year legacy to mutual aid partners after ceasing operations for good.

5 Officers Promoted In Basking Ridge

Bernards Township swore in the officers on Wednesday.

DWI Driver Almost Hits Cop Car Head-On In Peapack & Gladstone: Police

Police also reported a brush fire and several wooden pallets stolen from the Matheny School, according to the latest blotter.

Road Rage, Assault Reported On Route 206: Peapack & Gladstone Police

One driver opened the victim's car door, grabbed the victim's wrist and then hit the victim twice in the face with a fist, said police.

Bernards Police To Offer Q&A Presentation, Safety Tips For Residents

"Why Bernards Towns is the 8th Safest Town in the Garden State" is the latest topic in the Understanding Bernards series.

3 New Officers Hired, Deputy Police Chief Appointed In Basking Ridge

The Deputy Chief position was newly created by the township this past January.

Basking Ridge Man Assaulted Amazon Employee, Arrested: Police

John Jimenez, 34, of Basking Ridge, was arrested and charged with burglary and simple assault, according to Middlesex Borough Police.

Bernards Police Step Up Patrols At Synagogues Ahead Of 'Day Of Hate'

Social media postings have drawn law enforcement attention nationally, Bernards Township Police said, but no real threat has been found.

'Headbutt,' Assault Reported At Peapack & Gladstone Restaurant

Peapack and Gladstone Police also reported a road rage incident on Route 206 last week.

New Bernards Police Officer Appointed

The Bernards Township Committee passed a resolution Tuesday to accept the appointment of Gregory Gengaro.

Kitchen Fire Damages Bernardsville Businesses

The fire ignited on Saturday inside Anthony's Pizza & Catering causing "fairly extensive" damage. The business is unsure if it will reopen.

Chickens Killed In Coop Fire In Peapack-Gladstone

Peapack-Gladstone Firefighters extinguished the fire on Saturday morning.

Somerset County Fire Academy Celebrates First Graduation Ceremony Since COVID

38 new firefighters were added to 24 Central Jersey departments that protect the public life-threatening situations.

Barricaded Armed Man Removed From Basking Ridge Home After 6 Hours

The emotionally disturbed man barricaded himself in a Basking Ridge bathroom with a loaded firearm on Monday, said authorities.

Ridge Grad's Stabbing Murder Leads To Prison For South Jersey Man

Kenneth Saal was sentenced for stalking, then murdering his co-worker Carolyn Byington, a Ridge grad, when she went home for lunch in 2019.

New Police Chief Takes Charge In Basking Ridge

Jon Burger took over as Bernards Township's Police Chief effective Jan. 10.

Basking Ridge Man Admits Having Child Sex Abuse Images, Videos

John Schulenburg, 67, of Basking Ridge - a repeat offender - was previously convicted of possession of child porn in 2013.

New Bernards Twp. Police Chief To Be Sworn In Next Week

Jon Burger is set to take on the permanent leadership role of Bernards Township’s top cop on Tuesday, township officials said.

Power Outage Reported Near St. James School In Basking Ridge

Bernards Township sent out an alert around 12:05 p.m. about the outage.

Hovering Helicopter Will Inspect Power Lines In Basking Ridge

Bernards Township residents may see a helicopter hovering above on Monday, authorities said.

Police Chief Michael Shimsky Retires In Bernards Township

His retirement takes effect on Thursday, Dec. 1 when Captain Jon Burger will take over the temporary position of Officer In Charge.

Man Who Threatened To Murder Federal Officers At VA Hospital Sentenced

Frank Monte threatened to "shoot up" a VA Police officer at the VA Lyons hospital campus, according to US Attorney General.

Low-Flying Helicopter Will Inspect Power Lines In Basking Ridge

Bernards Township residents may notice a helicopter hovering in the township skies this week, authorities said.

Liberty Corner Holds Own Appreciation Dinner After Town Uninvites Them

Tensions between Bernards Township and the Liberty Corner First Aid Squad continue to grow after a lawsuit was filed two weeks ago.

Water Main Break Reported In Basking Ridge

The break is being reported just before 7 a.m. on Friday.

Domestic Violence Calls In Basking Ridge: 5 Year Review

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Patch took a look at the number of domestic violence calls over the past 5 years:

New Police Officer To Serve Bernards Township

Bryson Buchanan​ was sworn in on Tuesday night and will start the police academy later this week.

Police Scholarships Will Help Residents Become Officers In Somerset County

Five local police departments have committed to 2 years of employment for candidates who successfully complete training.