2 Cats Rescued From Somerville House Fire

​Firefighters were met with smoke spewing from the eaves and side of the home that appeared to be coming from the basement on Wednesday.

Decomposing Body Found Inside Bridgewater Condo

Bridgewater Police Officers found the body on Wednesday in response to a 911 call for a welfare check.

Pride Flag Vandalized At Ministry In Bridgewater

The ministry said the flag was vandalized at the beginning of June, which serves as Pride Month.

Hunterdon County Spa Busted For Prostitution, 4 Arrested Following Community Concerns

In response to community concerns, a three-week joint investigation was initiated, followed by a search of the spa.

Kid Injured In School Bus, E-Bike Crash In Bridgewater

The school bus had 11 elementary students on board at the time of the crash on Thursday morning.

Officer Injured After Man Assaults, Spits In Cop's Face In Raritan: Police

An injured officer was later evaluated for his injury at a local medical facility.

1 Killed After Car Crashes Into Bus On Route 22 In Bridgewater: Police

The crash caused the highway to close for about 3 hours​ before reopening Monday night.

Vehicle Fire On I-78 West Closes 2 Lanes In Bedminster

The fire was reported Monday night around 6:30 p.m.

Somerset Co. Investigators Recover Uzi-Style And Ghost Guns, Drugs

Police also found 12 pounds of marijuana, hollow-point bullets, and cash during a search.

2 Cops Injured, Multiple Cars Rammed In Chase In Bridgewater

Ashton Charles, 30, of Brooklyn, led police on a chase through Somerset County before being arrested on Route 22 in Bridgewater: NJSP.

​Route 22 West Reopens Following Crash Investigation In Bridgewater

Bridgewater Police announced the reopening of the highway after being closed for about 3 hours for a crash and investigation on Monday.

Bridgewater Commons Pop-Up Party Rumors ​Cause Teen Supervision Policy

The policy comes after hundreds of teens descended on Menlo Park and Woodbridge Center malls. Rumors suggest Bridgewater could be next.

Somerset County SWAT To Conduct Drill At Duke Island Park In Bridgewat

Bridgewater Police sent out an alert on Friday, stressing that it is "only a drill."

Father, Son Sentenced For Detonating Bomb, Injuring 1 In Manville

Thomas and Erich Kaiser detonated a homemade explosive device, injuring and hospitalizing a Bridgewater man on the July 4th weekend in 2024.

Bridgewater Commons May Be Next For Large-Scale Pop-Up Party: Police

Chief Mitzak issued a warning after hundreds of teens descended on Menlo Park and Woodbridge Center malls earlier this month.

Raritan Man Charged With Having Child Sexual Abuse Materials, Drugs

Joseph Vega Ramirez, 23, of Raritan, is accused of having and sharing child sexual abuse materials: Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Tractor-Trailer Crashes Into Pole, Guard Rail On I-287 In Bridgewater

The crash happened early Thursday morning.

Driver Crashes Into Utility Pole, Mailbox In Bridgewater

The crash happened late on Tuesday night in the Finderne section of Bridgewater Township.

Kitchen Fire Sparks In Bridgewater

The fire was reported late on Tuesday afternoon.

Cold Case Strangulation Murder At Bridgewater Park Ends In Guilty Plea

Robert A. Creter, 60, of Canada, admitted to strangling Tamara "Tammy" Tignor with his bare hands, causing her death in 1997.

Raritan Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized In Stabbing In South Plainfield

The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office is investigating the fatal stabbing that happened on Monday.

Driver Slumped Over Steering Wheel On Route 202 Charged With DWI: Cops

Raritan Police reported making 3 arrests for driving while intoxicated and two more arrests in connection with domestic violence.

Car Fire Rages Near Home, Residents Evacuated In Branchburg

Branchburg Township Police helped residents evacuate from the home on Sunday morning.

Dog Abandoned In Crate Behind Kidstreet Playground In Bridgewater

The dog was "petrified" when she was found in the crate. Now the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter is searching for answers.

Bridgewater Mayor 'Deeply Troubled' Over Somerville Murder Case Ruling

David C. Shroitman of Somerville, accused of fatally stabbing MaryRose Fealey 37 times, was found mentally incompetent to stand trial.

Fire Ignites At RWJ Cancer Treatment Center In Somerville

Quick actions by a hospital employee and volunteer firefighters helped to contain the fire on Sunday.

Community Rallies To Overturn Judge's Ruling On David Shroitman

"Either way, my daughter is dead. The real fear is that [David Shroitman] gets out and does this to someone else," said MaryRose's mother.

Man Partially Buried In Trench Collapse Rescued In Bridgewater

It took emergency responders about 4 hours to dig the 33-year-old man out of the trench, who was buried from the waist down: Chief Mitzak.

Trailer Fire Extinguished By Volunteer Firefighters In Warren

The fire on Wednesday happened on Hillcrest Boulevard near Mt. Bethel Road in Warren.

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Overturning On I-78 In Bedminster

The crash happened on Wednesday near the Interstate 287 intersection.

Large Emergency Presence Expected For Training Drill In Raritan

Raritan Borough Police said they are participating in a police and emergency services training drill on Saturday.

Somerset County Launches Blue Envelope Initiative

The initiative will help any officer in the county when they encounter a person who has special needs during a traffic stop.

Bridgewater-Raritan HS Teacher Sentenced In Sex Assault Of Student

Randall J. Peach, who is representing the student victim in a lawsuit against the school district, called the sentencing a "disgrace."

5 Injured, Driver Falls Asleep In Route 202/206 Bridgewater Crash: PD

The crash caused the highway to close in both directions overnight on Sunday.

Bridgewater Family Displaced, Dog In Critical Condition After Fire

A Township family is now faced with the heartbreaking reality of starting over from scratch after this weekend's house fire.

Bridgewater Motorcyclist In Critical Condition After Route 22 Crash

The crash is currently under investigation by the Readington Township Police Department and the Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office.

Driver Airlifted After Car Engulfs In Flames On I-78 In Bedminster

The three-car crash on Interstate 78 occurred on Thursday night just before the Interstate 287 merge.

Teacher, Somerville Man Charged With Child Porn

Jack Wilder, 26, of Somerville, told a child he would pay the minor victim to engage in sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney.

Number Of Neglected, Dumped Dogs Climbs In Branchburg: Cops Seek Help

Police are asking residents for any surveillance footage, witness accounts, or any details that may help to find those responsible.

22 Severely Matted Dogs Covered In Feces, Urine Dumped In Somerset Co.

The Somerset Regional Animal Shelter, along with 3 other shelters, is caring for the dogs who "will need substantial vet care."