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Thursday May 28th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • New Chinese and Thai spot set to replace Fortune Cookies
  • What’s driving Bridgewater-Raritan’s higher graduation rate and big changes by 2026?
  • How will a new Route 202/206 factory affect nearby Bridgewater neighbors?

Also on today's calendar: Rock Never Dies: An Immersive Theatrical Experience at Hard Rock Cafe and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What's a good time to go to the dentist? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 80, low: 54.
  • Saturday: Windy and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Chinese Restaurant Opening In Bridgewater (patch.com) — Bridgewater food lovers can look forward to Ann Mei Chinese Restaurant opening soon in the Bradley Gardens section, taking over the former Fortune Cookies spot on Old York Road. The new eatery will offer dine-in and take-out with Chinese, vegetarian, tofu, lunch, and Thai options, operating daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. once it opens.    

2. AP, Graduation Rates Continue To Climb At Bridgewater-Raritan Schools (patch.com) — Bridgewater-Raritan schools are reporting rising AP participation, stronger test scores, and a graduation rate now at 97 percent. Superintendent Robert Beers also detailed big changes ahead, including full-day kindergarten starting this September and a 2026 school reconfiguration funded by the $155 million referendum, along with sharp declines in bullying investigations and new safety investments.    

3. Bridgewater Approves Developer's Agreement for Manufacturing Facility on Route 202/206 (tapinto.net) — Bridgewater officials have approved a developer’s agreement for a 230,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at 721 Route 202/206, moving the long-discussed project forward. The council-backed deal, still tied to planning board approvals, follows resident concerns about traffic, drainage, landscaping, and quality-of-life impacts, while the developer continues seeking tenants for the light manufacturing space.    

4. In first state playoff home game since 2019, JP Stevens picks up first playoff victory in same span, with 11-2 win over Ferris (cjsportsradio.com) — Bridgewater-Raritan’s baseball team is headed to North Edison on Friday to face JP Stevens in the state sectional quarterfinals after the Hawks’ 11-2 win over Ferris. The article recaps JP Stevens’ first home playoff victory since 2019 and highlights key senior performances, while setting up the high-stakes matchup that Bridgewater fans can attend this week.    


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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • JAG Physical Therapy Opens Clinic in Chester, New Jersey —Cara Sutherlan Read on Patch
  • "Cocoa" is still missing from my Farm off on Airport Rd 20lb Cavalier Pomeranian 2.
    5 years old. Please contact the Bedminster police department or Branchburgh (Nextdoor Bridgewater)
  • Our dog is missing.
    Hazel, 1 year old. Last seen near green knolls golf course. (Nextdoor Bridgewater)
  • KECamps posted a job opening for Summer Day Camp Counselor in Bridgewater. Apply here.
  • SBM Management posted a job opening for Custodian in Bridgewater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bridgewater here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 2:30 (tooth hurty) (Thank you Pat A. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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