Route 202 Lane Closures Continue After Driver Suffers Medical Episode, Crashes Into Pole

Closures on Route 202 continue on Tuesday for repairs to the power and utility lines, said police.

Ice Raid Report At Bridgewater Faith Center Investigated

Bridgewater Police Chief John Mitzak is addressing a rumor circulating on social media claiming ICE conducted operations in the Township.

Do Not Drive Drunk, Bridgewater Police Warn Ahead Of Super Bowl Weekend

Bridgewater Police is also adding extra patrols on Sunday night to "help ensure the safety of our community."

Car Loses Control, Overturns On I-287 In Bridgewater

Green Knoll Volunteer Firefighters went to help at the crash on Thursday night.

Somerset County Postal Worker Stole Thousands In Unemployment Funds: U.S. Attorney General

Samantha Jenkins, 45, of North Plainfield, was charged by indictment with five counts of wire fraud​ on Thursday.

Water Main Break Reported In Raritan

Police warned drivers to use caution due to the break causing icy conditions.

Somerville Man, Union Co. Teacher Sentenced For Having Child Porn

Jack Wilder, 27, of Somerville, was a teacher at a school in Plainfield when he was arrested.

Loaded Sawed Off Shotgun, 18 Knives, 4 Axes, Cocaine Found Inside Bridgewater Home: Police

Police records obtained by Patch shed more light on what happened when officers went to a home on Route 22 and found a man dead last week.

Scammers Posing As Bridgewater Police Officers Looking For Money, Cops Warn

Anyone who gets a call like this is asked to get the caller’s name, hang up immediately, and then contact the Bridgewater Police.

'Please Stay Off The Roads,' Bridgewater Police Ask Of Drivers

The Township DPW worked all night and will continue on Monday to clear streets, said Bridgewater Police.

Parents Of NJ Teen Impersonating Cop Arrested, Real Cops Say

The teen is accused of impersonating a police officer and pulling over cars in an unmarked vehicle in Hunterdon County.

Dead Man Found Inside Bridgewater Home, Another Man Arrested On Weapon Charges

The charges follow an alert for police activity on Route 22 in Bridgewater on Wednesday night.

Somerset County TD Bank Employee Admits To Accepting Bribes In Money Laundering Scheme

The money laundering scheme moved more than $26 million to Colombia through TD Bank accounts.

Man Showed Porn, Masturbated In Front Of 12-Year-Old In Somerset County: Prosecutor

Isaias Vielma-Hernandez, 38, of Somerville, was charged with sex assault by sexual contact, endangering the welfare of a child, & obscenity.

Police Activity On Route 22 In Bridgewater

Bridgewater Police sent out an alert about the activity around 5:50 p.m. on Wednesday.

Suspended North Plainfield Cop Arrested Again, This Time For DUI

Edward Ciempola was already on paid administrative leave for a previous charge of having an open container of alcohol or unsealed cannabis.

'Significant Increase' In Car Thefts Reported In Somerset County

The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office reminds residents "to be vigilant in protecting themselves and their property."

Real Cops Arrest Fake Cop Who Was Pulling Over Cars In NJ

The Raritan Township Police Department of Hunterdon County announced the arrest on Friday.

Armed Robbery At ATM, Man With Gun Follows Woman To Car In Bound Brook: Prosecutor

Steven P. Loureiro also led police on a chase before fleeing on I-287. He was later found in Piscataway, said Prosecutor McDonald.

Rollover Crash On I-287, Lane Closures In Bridgewater

The crash was reported on Tuesday afternoon.

ICE Pulls People From Cars In Somerset County Raids, Officials Say

"We strongly condemn these heinous acts and call on elected leaders to stand with us in advocating for ICE's removal": Warren Township Dems.

Fake Cop Is Pulling Cars Over In Unmarked Car, Real NJ Police Say

Police issued a warning to drivers and offered tips to determine if the person is a legitimate police officer:

Mom Of Murdered NJ Woman Dies Before Alleged Killer’s Trial

For years, Janet Pizzelli had been fighting cancer and for justice for her daughter Maryrose Fealey, who was killed in 2024.

Man Who Set Somerville Main Street Fire, Stole Construction Vehicle Sentenced

The four-alarm fire damaged multiple businesses and injured 4 firefighters and one police officer in June 2024.

Car Veers Off I-287, Crashes Down Embankment Into Creek In Bridgewater

Green Knoll Volunteer firefighters helped with the recovery of the car on Saturday morning.

Car Crashes Into Concrete Median On Route 22 In North Plainfield

The crash caused the concrete barrier to be pushed into the left lane of Route 22 west, said police.

New Year's Eve Backyard Bonfire Spreads To Home In North Plainfield

The homeowner and his family were in the backyard earlier using the fire pit, said police.

Police And Fire News In Bridgewater: Most-Viewed Articles Of 2025

Knives brought to school. Cop rescues driver from burning car. Missing sled riders. Here are the year's top stories in Bridgewater.

Driver Cuts Across Route 22, Crashes And Becomes Trapped In Bridgewater: Police

The 90-year-old driver was crossing all three lanes of the highway from Adamsville Road to reach the Bridgewater Diner on Monday: Police.

House Fire Leaves Couple Homeless Just Before Holidays In North Plainfield

The home suffered major damage caused by the fire, smoke, and water. The home is currently unhabitable, said police.

Bridgewater Man Arrested As Part Of 'Operation Bad Santa'

Vedant Khandelwal, 38, of Bridgewater, was charged with second-degree luring and third-degree endangering sexual conduct with a child.

Child Repeatedly Sexually Assaulted By Fellow Student At Branchburg Middle School, Lawsuit Says

The former student's parents have filed a lawsuit claiming the school failed to investigate the sexual assault reports.

Overturned Vehicle On Route 202 In Bridgewater

Volunteer firefighters are responding to the crash on Friday, around 3 p.m.

Woman Found Sleeping In The Snow, Multiple DWI Arrests Reported In Raritan

Raritan Police released its blotter for November and part of December.

Man Crossing Route 22 Hit By Car, Hospitalized With Serious Injuries In Somerset County

Police are asking anyone with information on the accident to reach out to them.

Garage Fire Sparks On Bitter Cold Night In Bridgewater

The family, who were home when the fire started, was unable to stay overnight due to damage on Monday night.

Washington Valley Road Reopens Following Water Main Break In Bridgewater

The break was first reported around 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.

Somerset County Cops Increase Enforcement After Australia Mass Shooting On Hanukkah

"The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office will work tirelessly to make sure that hate has no home in Somerset County."

Crash With Injuries On Route 22, Lane Closures In Bridgewater

Drivers should expect delays and seek an alternate route on Monday morning.

Bridgewater Man Driving With Missing Tire Charged With DWI: Blotter

The Raritan Police blotter for October included multiple arrests for driving while intoxicated, trespassing, theft, and more.