Washington House Wants To Make Dining Tent Permanent: Top Stories

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — It's been a busy week and staying on top of all the local news can be tough. No worries, we have put together the top stories of the week for Basking Ridge.

Washington House Wants To Make Dining Tent Permanent

A hearing will be held on May 4 where residents can comment on the 50-foot-wide by 100-foot-long tent that seats 164.

Bernardsville Man Accused Of Aggravated Sex Assault Of Child

Teodoro R. Velazquez, 68, of Bernardsville is charged in relation to the sexual assault of a girl from the ages of 6 to 9, police said.

'Under The Great Oak' Documentary To Be Screened At RVCC

The documentary celebrating the life of Basking Ridge's historic 600-year-old tree will be screened at Raritan Valley Community College.

Bernards Police Officers Honored For Saving Lives, Notable Action

Lifesaving measures included CPR on an unresponsive resident, helping a woman during an attempted murder, and water rescues during Ida.

Warren Police Chase Of Stolen Car Ends With Crash, 2 Arrested On I-287

Warren Police say the stolen car hit a patrol car while trying to get away before crashing into the center median of I-287 in Bridgewater.

New Outdoor Store To Replace Pier 1 Imports Off Somerville Circle

The patio/outdoor furniture and accessories retailer will be taking over the 9, 400-square-foot space at Somerset Shopping Center.

Prosecutor Takes Over South Bound Brook Police

The South Bound Brook Council held an emergency meeting on Tuesday night to approve this step.

Somerset County Steakhouse Named Among Best In NJ

Char was named in New Jersey Monthly's April 2022 issue of the best steakhouses in New Jersey.

Schools Recall Contaminated Kids' Milk After Somerset County Warning

Somerset County schools are removing all cartons of a milk brand after 25 Camden kids were hospitalized from drinking the contaminated milk.

Tuition Hike At Raritan Valley Community College For Fall 2022

The new tuition of $174 per credit would take effect for the Fall 2022 Semester.

Man Wanted In Connection With Stolen Car, Credit Card Thefts

Authorities are searching for Elijah Harden, age 31, of East Orange, described as about 5-foot-6-inches tall, weighing about 180 pounds.