Route 202/206 Affordable Housing Project Hearing Delayed Again In Bridgewater

Wheatsworth Properties Urban Renewal LLC seeks to split the lot next to Time to Eat Diner to build affordable housing.

Bridgewater Introduces Route 22 Starbucks Traffic Ordinance, OKs Developer Agreement

Council members also discussed site access, internal crosswalks and traffic flow tied to the approved project.

4-Story Self-Storage Plan Faces Questions Over Aesthetics In Bridgewater

The 360 Milltown Road proposal seeks use and bulk variances for a four-story, 85,000-square-foot facility.

50-Year Shed Business On Route 22 Approved For Site Upgrades In Bridgewater

The Bridgewater Zoning Board approved Garden Oaks' plan to replace older buildings and add upgrades at its long-running Route 22 property.

Bridgewater Sprouts New Tree-Planting Plan For Neighborhoods And Parks

Officials said the program is meant to help stormwater management and spread plantings across all six township areas.

New Stop Signs To Be Installed At Route 22 Exit In Bridgewater To Improve Safety

After residents raised concerns about speeding, Bridgewater said the NJDOT approved stop signs at the Route 22 East exit.

Election Results For Somerset County Commissioners Primary 2026

Two Republicans and two Democrats filed to run in the uncontested 2026 Primary Election for the Somerset County Commissioner.

Election Results For District 7's Primary 2026

One Republican and four Democrats filed to run in the contested 2026 Primary Election for the 7th Congressional District.

Somerset County Sets June 6 Recycling, Electronic-Waste Drop-Off Events

Residents can bring electronics, tires, scrap metal and other accepted recyclables to two county sites from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bridgewater Youth Council Connects High School Voices With Local Government

A 13-member student advisory group is working with township leaders while taking on local community projects.

Primary Election Day 2026 In Bridgewater: When, Where To Vote

The primary election is Tuesday, June 2. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.

Who's On The Ballot In Bridgewater: Primary Election Day 2026

The primary election is Tuesday, June 2. See who is on the ballot and where to vote.

Hearing On Cafe Emilia's Banquet Hall Expansion Plans Delayed

The restaurant at 705 Route 202 is proposing to demolish a church on a neighboring property to add a 100-seat banquet hall and 30-seat bar.

District 7 Primary Election 2026: Brian Varela

Democrat Brian Varela shares why he is running for election in the 7th Congressional District in 2026.

District 7 Primary Election 2026: Rebecca Bennett

Democrat Rebecca Bennett shares why she is running for election in the 7th Congressional District in 2026.

Neighbors Sue Raritan Over Agway Site Redevelopment Plan

Two Raritan residents say the borough acted unlawfully in adopting a redevelopment plan for 77 Thompson St.

Bridgewater OKs Temporary Parking On Route 22 Site After Hotel Plans Fall Apart

The temporary use was approved by the Council after plans to build hotels, restaurants, and retail on 13 acres off Route 22 were scrapped.

Branchburg Officer Honored As Part Of First Responders Hometown Heroes Program

Officer Joanna Coppola of Branchburg Township Police is the first 2026 honoree in Congressman Kean's districtwide program.

$54.9M Bipartisan Budget With Slight Tax Increase Adopted In Bridgewater For 2026

Council members and the mayor called the budget process collaborative before approving the 2026 spending plan.

Speed Limit Concerns Raised In Bridgewater, Petition Launched By Residents

Township Officials have reached out to Somerset County about East Main Street, where the speed limit goes from 40 mph to 25 mph.

Somerset County Spring Surplus Auction Starts May 13 With Online Bidding

The county's online surplus auction includes used vehicles, electronics and office equipment, with inspection dates set.

Final Vote Expected On Route 22 Self Storage Project Replacing Farm Stand In Bridgewater

The public will have the chance to comment on the proposed Bridgewater Storage LLC that will replace Melick Town Farm before a final vote.

Sewer Rates To Rise In Somerset County To Pay For New $6M Sewerage Authority Admin Building In Bridgewater

Somerset Raritan Valley Sewerage Authority services Bridgewater, Branchburg, Hillsborough, part of Warren, Somerville, Raritan and Manville.

Massive Route 22 Hotel, Restaurant Project Dead In Bridgewater

The 13 acres of land that have sat vacant for years on Route 22 will now see a new plan. See what is coming:

Bridgewater Affordable Housing Project Delayed As Route 202/206 Access Sought

A revised access plan could shift part of the affordable housing site's layout next to the Time To Eat Diner off the Somerville Circle.

Bridgewater To Impose Higher Fines In New Snow, Ice Clearing Ordinance

Bridgewater's introduced ordinance adds snow removal rules for private multifamily roads and sets higher fines.

Bridgewater Lithium Battery Storage Proposal Draws Concerns Over Fire Safety

Zoning Board members questioned an off-record meeting with fire officials as a Finderne battery storage proposal moved ahead.

Speeding Concerns On Vosseller Avenue Raised By Bridgewater Residents

Residents told Bridgewater officials speeding on Vosseller Avenue has endangered families, school bus riders and drivers.

Bridgewater's $54.9M Budget Proposes Tax Increase For Residents

Township officials said the proposed spending plan is driven by mandated costs and sets a slight tax rate increase.

Kean Seeks $420K To Increase Food Bank Donation Capacity In Bridgewater

The request for Bridgewater Township is among 20 Community Project Funding requests made by Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. for 2027.

Controversial Affordable Housing Project Seeks Route 202/206 Access In Bridgewater

The applicant said is seeking a possible alternate access from Routes 202/206 instead of Cornell Boulevard in Somerville to route traffic.

276-Unit Mall Redevelopment In Flood-Prone Area Approved In Raritan

Board members voted 6-2 to approve a five-story multifamily rental and retail space building at a capped landfill site in a floodplain.

'No Kings' Protest Against Trump Draws Huge Crowd In Somerset County: Photos

"No Kings" rallies were held across the county Saturday in line with nationwide protests. See photos:

'No Kings' Protests Planned In Somerset County: See Locations

The events are a part of a "No Kings Day of Nonviolent Action," which organizers are billing as "the biggest protest in U.S. history."

Another Multi-Story Self-Storage Facility Proposed In Bridgewater: See Where

One storage facility was approved in 2024, another is being proposed on Route 22, and this application marks the latest in the Township.

Hefty Snow-Clearing Fines Could Be Imposed In Bridgewater For Non-Compliance

A council discussion focused on safety, school bus access and fines for owners who do not clear private roads and walkways.

Bridgewater Defends $15K Hazmat Bill After Fiery Crash Rescue

Bridgewater officials shared that 14 police officers, 36 fire and rescue volunteers, and 15 rescue vehicles went to the crash in March 2025.

Rooftop Bar Nixed, Size Reduced For Cafe Emilia's Proposed Addition

The changes to the plan followed concerns from neighbors about the size and overflow parking onto the residential streets.

3 More Properties To Be Rezoned To Meet Bridgewater's Affordable Housing Obligation

Proposed developments on Route 22 East, Frontier Road, and Route 28 aim to fulfill the township's affordable housing mandates.

Controversial Route 202/206 Affordable Housing Plans Presented In Bridgewater

Somerville Borough and a group of residents have both filed lawsuits against Bridgewater for its plans to develop the wooded, vacant site.