Green Brook Sister, Brother Convicted In $3.7M Scam

The New Jersey brother and sister must return more than $1 million and a 2016 BMW 750Li xDrive sedan they allegedly earned in the scam.

Watchung Lt. Honored For Stopping Abduction Of Young Girl

The girl was abducted from her grandparents house by her uncle who was described as "dangerous, suicidal" and had a knife: Police.

Watchung, Green Brook Police Collect Unwanted Prescription Drugs

Residents can safely dispose of their unused, unwanted and/or expired prescription medications on Saturday.

Dump Truck Can't Stop, Crashes Into 3 Cars, Pole In Watchung

2 people were airlifted to the hospital after a dump truck filled with gravel couldn't stop on its way down Hillcrest Road on Friday.

4 Shoplifting, Warrant Arrests Made In Watchung

Watchung Police arrested two people on outstanding warrants and two for shoplifting, according to the police blotter.

Green Brook Man Arrested For DUI In Bedminster

Bedminster Police reported making 3 warrant arrests and 1 driving under the influence arrest last week, according to the police blotter.

70 Bricks Of Heroin Seized During Drug Bust In Somerset County

The 70 bricks (3,500 bags) of heroin had a 97% purity level and had a street value of about $27,000, according to the prosecutor.

4 Shoplifting Incidents, 3 Arrests Made In Watchung

A total of 4 shoplifting incidents were reported at Watchung stores including three arrests for shoplifting, drugs and warrants.

Man, Woman Wanted For Shoplifting In North Plainfield

North Plainfield Police are asking the public for help in identifying a man and woman, who were seen shoplifting at the CVS on Route 22.

Hillcrest Road Reopened Following Brush Fire

Breaking: Hillcrest Road is reopen following a brush fire in Watchung, police say.

List Of Road Closures, Power Outages Across Somerset County

Major highways, local roads all over Somerset County are closed. Power outages grow and river flood waters rise.

6 Arrested For Shoplifting, DWI, Drugs In Watchung

Watchung Police made multiple arrests on charges of shoplifting, driving while intoxicated, drug possession and outstanding warrants.

Reward Offered In North Plainfield Police Chief's Home Burglary

The men are wanted for burglarizing the North Plainfield Police Chief's home in Watchung last month and stealing guns, uniforms, badges.

7 Shoplifting Incidents Reported In Watchung

A total of five people were arrested for shoplifting at Watchung stores. Two alleged shoplifters are still wanted, police report.

Shoplifting, Warrants, Drug Possession Reported In Watchung

Watchung Police reported making shoplifting, warrant and marijuana possession arrests last week in the borough.

Video Shows Suspect Who Broke Into Watchung Home: Police

The suspects broke in through a rear window and stole clothing, jewelry, cash, three handguns and a 2006 Mercedes Benz, police reported.

2 Masked Men Arrested In Armed Robbery In Green Brook

The 2 men were arrested in Piscataway and South Bound Brook following a robbery at a Verizon store. A 3rd suspect is still at large: Police.

2 Men Wanted In Watchung And North Plainfield

The men were soliciting door to door for an unknown company in Watchung and may be connected to a burglary in North Plainfield: Police.

Green Brook Man Arrested For Inhaling Chemicals At Walmart

Five Manville locals were also arrested on warrants, disorderly conduct and domestic violence, according to the police blotter.

Watchung Locals Without Power Friday

Widespread outages are being reported across the state. PSE&G reports 5,400 and JCP&L 19,981​ customers are without power.

Ex-N. Plainfield Sports Director Faces 50 Years For Sex Assault

Chris Tarver engaged in "sexual acts" with a child in Edison, Dunellen and Atlantic City while working as a coach: Middlesex Co. Prosecutor.

Accident Closes Rt. 22 West In Watchung

Breaking: Route 22 West and Terrill Road have reopened, however Route 22 West at Mountain Ave still has 2 lanes closed Wednesday night.

Driver Tries To Eat Marijuana To Avoid Arrest: Watchung Police

A total of 7 other people were arrested for shoplifting and having outstanding warrants in Watchung, according to the police blotter.

Body ID'd At Green Brook Gardens Apartments

A Plainfield woman was identified as the victim and the cause of death is unknown at this time, North Plainfield Police Chief Parenti said.

Green Brook Honors Officers For Lifesaving Work

One new officer was hired and many others were issued commendation awards for exceptional acts performed over the past year in Green Brook.

4 Shoplifters Arrested In Watchung

Four people were arrested for shoplifting merchandise from Watchung stores last week, Watchung police report.

Suspect Wanted In Theft Of Purse From North Plainfield Car

North Plainfield Police are asking the public for help in identifying this suspect seen entering a parked vehicle and stealing a purse.

Burglaries On The Rise In Watchung, Residents Told To Be On Alert

Watchung Police have released an image from a video that shows the suspect's vehicle. It is a dark-colored sedan, possibly blue or black.

North Plainfield School To Pay $35K To Worker Fired After Surgery

North Plainfield public school district​ must pay a former employee $35,000 for firing her after having gallbladder surgery: AG.

Watchung Dealership To Pay Back Customers 'Stolen' Deposits

Breaking: Liccardi Auto Group in Watchung agreed to pay $37,500 to reimburse 6 consumers who say a salesman pocketed their deposits.

King George Road Reopened Following Crash In Green Brook

Breaking: King George Road has been reopened Wednesday following a crash on Rt. 22 West in Green Brook, police report.

Police Seek Help In Identifying Alleged Thief In North Plainfield

The pictured suspect is wanted for a theft at QuickChek at 395 Somerset St. in North Plainfield, police report.

Car Fire Causes Rt. 22 To Close In Green Brook

A car went up in flames Sunday night causing Route 22 West to close for about 45 minutes in Green Brook, police report.

Man Shoplifts Shopping Cart Full Of Food In Watchung: Police

The items in the cart were valued at $611.33 worth of unpaid store merchandise from Stop & Shop on Route 22 West, police report.

North Plainfield Police Will Not Shave For Charity

North Plainfield Police Chief William Parenti and officers are participating in No Shave November and collecting donations for St. Jude.

Watchung, Green Brook Police To Participate In Operation Take Back Saturday

The Watchung and Green Brook Police will be collecting potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs.

Alleged Package Thief Arrested In North Plainfield

The Union County man was caught on video stealing a package from the front porch of a North Plainfield home, police report.

Camera Captures Suspect Wanted For Stealing Package In N. Plainfield

A home surveillance camera captured a suspect stealing a delivered package from a North Plainfield resident’s front porch, police reported.

NYPD Sgt. Guilty Of Firing Gun At Watchung Man's Car: Prosecutor

The off-duty Sgt. was on a date with a Watchung local before getting into a fight with his girlfriend and firing her service gun: Prosecutor

Police Investigating Blaze At Villa Maria, Car Seen Speeding Away

Breaking: "A vehicle was seen leaving the complex at a high rate of speed just prior to the fire," North Plainfield Police reported.