Blazing Heat Causes Air Quality Alert In Bridgewater Monday

Summer is officially here and so is the heat. Check out what to expect in the weather forecast for this week.

Bridgewater Bear Among 3 Spotted In Somerset County

Three black bears were spotted in Bridgewater, Warren and Hillsborough.

Learn To Take Care Of Horses In Somerset County

No riding involved. Adults and youth can learn to take care of a horse.

Summer 'Xtreme Adventure' Offered To Somerset County Teens

White water rafting, stand up paddling, rock climbing, hiking and more offered for Somerset County teens

Check Out These Free Summer Concerts In Somerset County

Looking to enjoy the summer weather outside? Check out these lawn concerts

Blooming Flowers Highlighted at Rose Day Festival

Come out and smell the roses! The 41st annual Rose Day Festival on Saturday, June 11in Colonial Park

Check Beach Conditions Before Hitting the Jersey Shore

Before dipping your toe in the water, check NJDEP Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program site for health risks, high waves, closures

NJDEP: Leave Wildlife Babies Alone

"If a healthy young animal is found, do not handle it, and keep people and pets away from it"

What's the Weekend Weather Look Like For Bridgewater?

What are you planning to do this weekend?

Bridgewater Township Receives State Clean Community Grant

The grant will help the township conduct litter cleanup efforts.

Bear Spotted On Washington Valley Road

A bear was reportedly sighted on Washington Valley Road in Bridgewater on Thursday.

When Will The Rain Go Away in Bridgewater?

It doesn't look like the sunshine will be coming out anytime soon, according to the National Weather Service.

Bridgewater Looks To Build Pedestrian Bridge at Cedarbrook Park

Bridgewater applied for a grant to build a bridge which will make it easier to access a trail that runs from Cedarbrook Park to Old Farm Rd

Free Tree Seeds Offered to Bridgewater Residents

Five seedlings per household will be given to Bridgewater Township residents to restore trees damaged or destroyed by Superstorm Sandy

Clean-Up Pulls More Than 300 Tires Out Of Raritan River

The Central Jersey Stream Team cleaned up a portion of the Raritan River in Bridgewater and pulled out 304 tires and a ton more garbage

Black Bear Spotted in Bridgewater

A black bear was spotted at Brandywine Senior Living at Middlebrook Crossing in Bridgewater.

4 Tips To Embrace Earth Day Safely

Elizabethtown Gas is providing safe digging guidelines before you start your outdoor projects

Fire Watch In Effect For Somerset County

A combination of strong winds and low humidity creates an elevated risk for wildfires in the Somerset County area: National Weather Service

6 Ways To Protect Your Plants From A Spring Freeze

A late Spring freeze/frost is expected for the area. Here are some tips to protect your greenery.

Increased Risk of Brush Fires Today in Somerset County

The combination of gusty winds, along with low humidity and drying fuels will lead to the increased risk of the spread of fires Wednesday

Skunk Stuck in Jar Saved by Somerville Officer

Check out these photos of Somerville Police Officer "Pip" Piparo saving a skunk who got his head caught in an applesauce jar.

NJ's Only Rock Climbing Competition To Be Held at Sourland Mountain

The Fourth Annual Sourland Smackdown Bouldering compeition is returning to Hillsborough on April 16.

Horseback Riding Classes Offered Near Bridgewater

The Somerset County Park Commission Lord Stirling Stable is hosting registration for spring horseback riding classes

Severe Thunderstorm, Flood Warning, 60 MPH Winds Possible: NWS

The severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 2:45 p.m. and a flood warning is in effect until 5:15 p.m.

Snow Possible for President's Day?

Weather.com is forecasting bitter temperatures today and snow possible for Monday.

149 Acres of New Parkland for Somerset County

Somerset county purchases land in Franklin Township which will be left in its natural state, with possible future trails

The Trails are Open for Duke Island Healthy Walkers

Join Wednesday Walking Group at Duke Island Park

Bridgewater Residents Sound Off on Snow Plowing

How have the roads in your neighborhood fared during the blizzard? Find out what your neighbors said on Facebook.

Bridgewater Boy Loves the Snow

Share your photos and videos with Patch!

The Somerset County Town With The Most Snow Is...

One town came in at 27.4 inches

Blizzard Closes Somerset County Parks Sunday

All county parks will be closed Sunday, Jan. 24

Winter Storm Could Bring Outages to Bridgewater

“Snow in itself is not usually a problem, but icing on lines and trees can increase downed wires,” PSE&G said.

JCP&L Ready For Major Winter Storm in Bridgewater

"We are monitoring the storm and gearing up.”

Duke Island Park Closed For Hunting

Washington Valley Park to be closed Jan. 20

WATCH: Two Bucks Fight In Basking Ridge

The Environmental Education Center at Lord Stirling Park in Basking Ridge released a video of two bucks fighting in December

Second Day Of Bridgewater Deer Hunt Closes Park

Washington Valley Park in Bridgewater closed Jan. 13 for deer hunt

Tornado Facts & Safety Tips Infographic

See facts about tornadoes and get tornado safety tips in this useful infographic.

Deer Hunt To Begin in Bridgewater Jan. 6

Washington Valley and Duke Island parks to be closed

Three Bear Sightings in Bridgewater, Summit

State adds second bear hunt beginning this year

Get Back to Nature This New Year in Somerset County

Naturalist-led programsoffered for children and adults