Power Restored In Hillsborough, Traffic Light Now Working

Hillsborough Police sent out an alert about a traffic light being out around 10:30 a.m. on Thursday.

E-Bike Battery Ignites Fire At Montgomery Apartment: Police

Residents were treated by EMS for smoke inhalation on Saturday, said police.

3 New Police Officers Hired To Serve Hillsborough Township

The Township Committee approved a resolution for the hiring of the three officers at the Oct. 14 meeting.

New Details In Fatal Franklin Township 2-Car Crash, Driver Identity Released

The two-vehicle crash happened on Easton Avenue near Cedar Grove Lane on Sunday morning.

13 DWI Arrests, Stolen Motorcycle, Graffiti Reported In Hillsborough

Hillsborough Township Police released its blotter for the month of September.

1 Killed In 2-Car Crash In Franklin Township

The fatal motor vehicle crash happened on Sunday morning and remains under investigation.

DWI Arrests, Report Of Hot Air Balloon Crash In Montgomery

Rainbow Smoke Shop was also issued a complaint for selling flavored vape products, according to the Montgomery Police blotter.

Garage Fire Ignites, Firefighters Prevent Spread To Hillsborough Home

Volunteer firefighters were able to stop the spread of a garage fire from impacting a Hillsborough home on Monday.

Domestic Violence Calls Double In Hillsborough In 2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Patch took a look at the number of domestic violence calls over the years:

Hillsborough Road Reopened After Active Gas Leak

Police sent out an alert about the ruptured gas line on Thursday morning.

Living Room Fire Sparks At Hillsborough Apartment Building

Volunteer firefighters worked quickly to stop the fire from spreading to other units in the building on Monday.

Police Sergeant From Somerset County Forged, Tried To Get Friend's Tickets Dismissed: PD

Yolanda Holmes, 44, of Somerset, is a police sergeant in Essex County who was charged with forgery and tampering with public records.

Officers Shoot Man Holding Knife, Later Find 2 Dead People At Hillsborough Home

While performing a welfare check, Hillsborough officers were met with an man armed with a knife inside the home, according to SCPO.

Mother Charged After Infant Found With Multiple Skull Fractures In Franklin Hotel

Police said the five-month-old baby girl had sustained multiple skull fractures, head swelling, and intracranial hemorrhages.

Car Crosses Double Yellow Line To Pass Tractor Before Crash In Franklin

Abma's Farm reminded drivers to "please drive carefully. Respect farm equipment. Share the road. Look out for your neighbors."

Car Crashes Into Millstone River, Driver Charged With Underage DWI

Firefighters rescued the driver and passenger from the partially submerged vehicle in the river on Wednesday night.

Somerset County Man Admits To Selling Fentanyl, Cocaine In 4 Overdose Deaths

Mauricio Gutierrez, 52, of Somerset, pleaded guilty of distribution and possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine.

Police Presence At Carrier Clinic In Montgomery

Montgomery Township Police will be conducting an exercise on the campus of Carrier Clinic on Wednesday.

Cars Egged, Covered In Syrup & Milk Part Of 'Prank War' In Hillsborough: Blotter

The Hillsborough Township Police blotter for August also included 16 driving while intoxicated arrests.

Tree Falls, Pins 76-Year-Old Man Against Tractor In Montgomery

The man was flown by medevac to a nearby hospital on Wednesday.

Vultures Test Positive With Bird Flu In Hillsborough

The Hillsborough Health Department sent out a warning to residents on Monday.

'Ring And Run,' DWI Arrests, Breaking Into Vacant Houses Reported In Hillsborough

Hillsborough Township Police released its blotter for the month of July.

Missing Hillsborough Man's Body Pulled From Missouri River

The man's coworkers reported him missing last week after he didn't show up to his flight, said Sioux City, Iowa Police.

Somerset Man Killed In Crash With Dump Truck In Middlesex County

An Acura TSX, a dump truck, and a Hyundai Genesis were involved in the crash on Friday, said police.

Several Cats Killed After Car Crash Sparks House Fire In Hillsborough: Cops

The crash had caught fire, and the flames had spread to the home on Saturday night, said police.

Hillsborough Township Police To Host Annual National Night Out For 2025

The event includes meeting first responders, seeing police & fire vehicles, a helicopter landing, Somerset County K9, food trucks, and more.

Hillsborough Police Department Is Hiring Entry Level Officers

Check out what minimum qualifications are needed:

Hillsborough Municipal Offices, Library Closes Early Ahead Of Major Storm

"All residents are encouraged to stay off the roads and refrain from driving if possible," said the Township.

Firefighters Rescue Jet Skiers From Raritan River In Franklin

Firefighters used ATVs to access the area where the jet skier was stuck and also deployed boats during the rescue.

Somerset Man Sentenced For Stealing $600K In Dead Father's Benefits

Steven Jones, 66, of Somerset, unlawfully collected his dead father's federal retirement benefit payments for nearly 20 years.

Abandoned Dog Found Tied To Tree In Montgomery

A man was walking along a path near a utility building when he heard a dog barking on Friday night, said police.

3 New Cops Hired, 3 Police Officers Promoted In Hillsborough

The Township Committee approved resolutions at its Tuesday meeting authorizing the hirings and promotions.

Firefighters Cut Open Roof To Rescue Trapped Person In Hillsborough

All three fire departments and fire district staff worked together to rescue the trapped person on Thursday morning.

Porch Pirates, DWI Arrests, Alcohol Theft Reported In Hillsborough

Hillsborough Township Police released its blotter for the month of June.

12 Somerset County Cops Named In New ‘Major Discipline’ Report Released By NJAG Office

State officials say they release the data to keep public trust in the vast majority of officers who do their jobs with honor and courage.

Watch Out For Phone Scammers Posing As Montgomery Police, Demanding Money

Montgomery Township Police are warning residents that scammers are using their main phone number to falsely identify themselves as cops.

Walmart Closed In Manville Due To Electrical Issue

Manville Police sent out an alert on Tuesday afternoon.

Caretaker Wanted For Abuse, Neglect Of Child In Hillsborough: Prosecutor

Jaime Cruz-Camarillo was named the Fugitive of the Month for July 2025 by the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

Drug Dealer Indicted For Fatal Fentanyl, Heroin Overdose In Somerset County: U.S. Attorney

Thomas Kane Miller, 40, of Somerset, is accused of dealing drugs to a person who later died, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.

Hillsborough Township Police To Host 3rd Annual National Night Out

The event includes live displays by Police and Emergency Services, including K9, motorcycle, and fire company demonstrations.