Somerset County Holiday Transportation Services Update

The Somerset County Transportation Division will be offering limited transportation services during the holiday weekend.

Basking Ridge Opposes Roundabout For Allen Road Intersection

The Bernards Township Committee passed a resolution opposing Somerset County's plan to install a roundabout at the intersection.

$550K Awarded To 2 Somerset County Towns To Improve Pedestrian Safety

Somerville and Bernardsville were among 45 New Jersey towns to receive a grant due to an increase in the state's 2023 budget.

Safer Walking, Biking Access Coming To 45 NJ Towns: See Which Ones

Gov. Phil Murphy recently awarded more than $24 million for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements across the state.

Inflation Cools To 7.1 Percent But Chews Away At Food Budgets In NJ

Garden State residents at the grocery checkout saw the costs of fruits, vegetables, cereal, and bakery products increase.

2 Basking Ridge Arts Organizations Awarded Grants By Somerset County

American Theatre Group in Basking Ridge and Light Opera of New Jersey in Bernards each received $25,000.

See How Bernards Voted In Local, County, Congressional Races 2022

Here's a look at how people in Basking Ridge voted in the township committee, school board, Somerset County, and District 7 races.

Voting Machine Issue In Basking Ridge Has Been Fixed

The voting machine for district 8 at the Lutheran Church on Lake Road had been down since this morning. It is now back online.

Basking Ridge 2022 Election: Who's Running, Where To Vote

The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot.

4 Takeaways From Bernards Township Candidate Forum: Video

Incumbent Republican Janice Fields and Democrat Jessica Simpson-Cook faced off at a public debate last week.

'We Are Not Going To Gamble With People’s Lives': Bernards Committee

The decision to file litigation against Liberty Corner First Aid Squad was discussed at length at the Tuesday Township Committee meeting.

Candidate Debate Set In Basking Ridge For Committee Race

Republican incumbent Janice Fields and Democratic challenger Jessica Simpson-Cook will participate in a candidates' forum on Tuesday.

Rescue Squad Supporters Criticize Township's Decision To Seize Assets

"There is a lot of misinformation" about the LCFAS ceasing of operations, said Mayor James Baldassare.

Tensions Rise In Basking Ridge: Rescue Squad, Township At Odds

The Liberty Corner First Aid Squad claim they were "pushed out" by the township while committee members say its a matter of public safety.

District 7 General Election 2022: Tom Kean Jr.

Republican Tom Kean Jr. shares why he is running for election in the 7th Congressional District in 2022.

Bernards Township To File Lawsuit Against Liberty Corner Rescue Squad

A resolution on the Bernards committee agenda for Tuesday will authorize the township attorney to pursue litigation against the squad.

Somerset County Democrats Select New Vice-Chair

Longtime party leader, and former Bernardsville councilman Joseph DeMarco will serve as interim Vice Chair of the party.

Somerset County's Annual Journey Through The Past Weekend

Thirty historic sites around the county will be open to the public this weekend.

Horse Stables To Reopen At Lord Stirling Park, Facilities To Expand

The new vision will connect the Stable, Environmental Education Center, and Boudinot Southard Farmsteadwith expanded trails and paths.

Leadership Somerset Offers Virtual Information Sessions

Benefits of the program include networking with community leaders, learning more about Somerset County and making an impact in the community

Special School Police Officer Set To Be Hired In Bernards: Look Ahead

Check out what is happening in Bernards Township this week including a committee meeting and the Mayor's Fall Festival.

Bernards Committee General Election 2022: Janice Fields

Republican Janice Fields shares why she is running for re-election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2022.

Bernards Committee General Election 2022: Jessica Simpson-Cook

Democrat Jessica Simpson-Cook shares why she is running for election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2022.

Staffing Shortage Halts Some Sidewalk Improvements In Basking Ridge

The township cut the amount allocated for sidewalk improvements by more than 62 percent due to the shortage.

Dining Tent Temporarily Allowed To Remain Erected In Basking Ridge

Washington House's more than 5,000 square-foot outdoor tent was previously approved as a temporary solution during the COVID pandemic.

Somerset County BOBO Food Drive Continues In September

More than 3,000 food-insecure families reside in Somerset County, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.

Tax Sale In Basking Ridge; Is Your Property On The List?

The online sale went live on Tuesday and will remain open through Thursday, Oct. 13 at 8:30 a.m.

Deer Hunting Season Kicks Off In Basking Ridge

The English Family Woods property will be closed to the public in order to allow hunting for the 2022/2023 season.

Free Farmers Market Vouchers Available To Eligible Somerset County Residents

The vouchers are available at the Office on Aging and Disability Services until Sept. 30, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Deer Vs. Car Crashes Decrease 92 Percent In Basking Ridge Since 2001

The decrease in crashes is believed to be tied to the township's hunting season which killed 99 deer in 2021-22 and 259 in 2020-21.

9/11 Ceremony To Remember Fallen Basking Ridge Residents

Nearly 3k Americans, including 18 from Basking Ridge, were killed in the suicide attacks carried out by the Islamic extremist group al-Qaida

Liberty Corner First Aid Squad Halts Operation After 57 Years

The Liberty Corner First Aid Squad will cease operations as of Sept. 5 after serving Bernards Township residents since 1965.

198-Unit Housing Development Delayed, Granted Extension In Bernards

The housing project by Bernards Plaza Associates, LLC is the result of a affordable housing litigation settlement against the township.

'Stand With Trump' Car Parade & Rally To Be Held In Bedminster

The event, to be held on Sunday, was formed following an FBI raid of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home​.

9/11 Survivors To Protest Saudi-Backed Golf Event At Trump's NJ Club

Tim Frolich, a 9/11 survivor who was inside the South Tower when it was hit, called Trump's and the PGA golfers' actions "reprehensible."

Malinowski To Visit Basking Ridge For August Mobile Office Hours

The purpose of the mobile office hours is to reach more constituents in their own towns to help them address issues they may be having.

Somerset County Clerk's Mobile Office Coming To Bernards Township

The mobile office will set up shop at a number of locations this summer throughout Somerset County.

Relief For Small Businesses Extended In Basking Ridge Post-COVID

Special use permits, such as outdoor dining, have been extended for another year in Bernards as the pandemic continues to affect businesses.

COVID Vaccination Clinic For Young Kids Offered In Somerset County

The special clinic solely for children aged six months to five years old will be held on June 29.

Peraton Labs Welcomes Rep. Malinowski To Basking Ridge

Malinowski stopped by Peraton Labs in Basking Ridge recently to learn how the company protects infrastructure from cyber threats.