BERNARDS TWP., NJ - One of the local signs of spring _ the annual Fishing Derby at Southard Park in northern Basking Ridge at a pond stocked with trout _ is scheduled to be held from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, April 21.

Kids and their families should bring their own poles and bait, but no license is needed. Many participants bring buckets to hold their catch.

The ...

SOMERVILLE, NJ – The “Shop ‘til You Drop Resale Extravaganza” on April 21st is meant to draw attention to the borough’s  burgeoning network of antiques, collectibles and consignment shops.

Nine stores will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., each offering discounts and prizes for those looking for truly unique, one-of-a-kind items at affordable ...

BRANCHBURG, NJ - The Visual Arts and Performing Arts Department at Raritan Valley Community College will host the RVCC Student Art Exhibition, Part II, from April 20-May 4, in the Art Gallery on campus.

An opening reception will be held at the Art Gallery on Friday, April 20, from 5-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

The wide variety of work included in the exhibition ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ _ A state judge has knocked down a legal motion by a development group seeking to build up to 380 apartments and townhouses at the defunct Millington Quarry as a part of Bernards Township's required state affordable housing plan.

Judge Thomas C. Miller on Friday denied the legal request by Community Investment Partners (CIP) to interject itself into ...

SUMMIT, NJ - Atlantic Health System’s Overlook Medical Center received the Employer of the Year Award from the New Jersey chapter of the Association of People Supporting Employment First (NJ APSE) during the Facing the Future 26 Conference on transition and employment. The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) is the only national organization with an exclusive ...

SOMERVILLE, NJ - The venerable Lloyd’s furniture store, an institution on Main Street for nearly 70 years, has been sold to the Stickley Furniture Company, a national retailer with a rich history that plans to continue Lloyd’s proud tradition of selling high-quality furniture to a discerning clientele.

Stickley becomes the first major national retailer to open a store in downtown ...

SOMERVILLE, NJ - Youth Leadership Somerset, a leadership development program for Somerset County youth entering grades 9-12, is accepting applications for the 2018-2019 program year, which runs September through May. Classes are held one Saturday per month for approximately four to six hours. The application deadline is Monday, May 16. 

“Somerset County is ...

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Three proud Somerville High School seniors have something tangible to show for their participation in a competitive project in Linda Conklin’s communications design class.

Emily Hickson, Gillian Belkin and Junior Ramirez combined their artistic talents to design a limited edition commemorative Challenge Coin that combines a variety of elements reflective ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ - Student and parent speakers continued Monday night to press the Bernards Township Board of Education to close the schools on Diwali, the most important religious holiday for people of the Hindu, Jain and Sikh faiths.

Four Ridge High School students and three adult women spoke in the public portion of the April 9 meeting. Many other speakers on the same ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ – On Wednesday, April 11, 2018 community members gathered at Bridgewater Marriott to celebrate the success of Somerset County YMCA’s 2018 Annual Campaign. At the event, Somerset County YMCA revealed that it surpassed its fundraising goal of $1 million, with pledges and gifts of $1,003,526. Exceeding this lofty goal marks record-breaking community support of ...

BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - Community in Crisis kicks off the Hub Club this spring with weekly after school programming for middle school students.

Registration to join the Hub Club is required and will be limited to the first 50 students; a wait list will place others on hold in case spaces free up. A $40 contribution towards supplies will be requested at registration. Financial assistance is ...

SOMERVILLE, NJ - Freeholder Director Patrick Scaglione selected 40 nonprofit organizations in an annual drawing for Community Box seats at the TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater.

The winners will have an opportunity to watch the “Boys of Summer” play home games on various dates during the Somerset Patriots’ 2018 season.

“Somerset County has made this 30-seat community ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ - Details on how a pending three-month project to replace a major water main along South Maple Avenue, and preparation for a storm sewer project on Beechwood Road are expected to impact traffic have been announced by the township.

The South Maple Avenue project will be larger, involving months of construction, nighttime closings, and major ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ -  A Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service until 1:30 p.m. this afternoon. 

At 9:23 a.m. EDT, small streams throughout the region were responding to heavy rain that has been falling since the early morning hours. With more rain on the way, some of these small streams are expected to exceed their banks in places.

In addition, ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ _ A state judge has knocked down a legal motion by a development group seeking to build up to 380 apartments and townhouses at the defunct Millington Quarry as a part of Bernards Township's required state affordable housing plan.

Judge Thomas C. Miller on Friday denied the legal request by Community Investment Partners (CIP) to interject itself into ...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - Seeking to bring clinical trials and innovations in medicine even closer to home, Atlantic Health System, parent company of Morristown Medical Center, is now part of a group of six regional health systems that are founding members of a nonprofit clinical research consortium – Partners in Innovation, Education, and Research (PIER Consortium) – a ...

NEW BRUNSWICK  – New Brunswick Ciclovia will open its 2018 season on Sunday, April 22 for another fun day of open streets and active living for all. 

Now in its fifth year, New Brunswick Ciclovia is a family-friendly event that emphasizes healthy living and community building by opening our streets and offering programming for all to enjoy. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., more ...

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - K Primary Care and Medical Nutrition Center launches a signature medical weight loss program that follows well established nutrition guidelines and includes restricted as well as mindful eating. 

"As an Internist with over ten years of experience in weight management, I believe we are what we eat and counting calories is essential for weight loss," said ...

WARREN, NJ - A pedestrian has been struck on Christy Drive and a Medevac has been requested to land at Mt. Horeb school, authorities said.

Avoid the area.

BERNARDS TWP., NJ - Police are continuing to investigate the cause of a crash that killed a township woman early this morning. 

According to Bernards Township Police, the crash happened on Spring Valley Boulevard. A preliminary investigation indicated that at approximately 2:18 a.m. on Tuesday, April 17, a 2002 Ford F-250 was traveling westbound on Spring ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ - Details on how a pending three-month project to replace a major water main along South Maple Avenue, and preparation for a storm sewer project on Beechwood Road are expected to impact traffic have been announced by the township.

The South Maple Avenue project will be larger, involving months of construction, nighttime closings, and major ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ _ A state judge has knocked down a legal motion by a development group seeking to build up to 380 apartments and townhouses at the defunct Millington Quarry as a part of Bernards Township's required state affordable housing plan.

Judge Thomas C. Miller on Friday denied the legal request by Community Investment Partners (CIP) to interject itself into ...

WELLINGTON, Fla. —The Ridge wrapped up its final week of Friday Night Lights and Turf Tour shows before heading back to their spring, summer, and fall base in Asbury, N.J.

The High Classic’s reserve champion rider and overall high point winner, Kelly McInerney, stole the show under the lights. She and Dinletto RK placed so well during the Friday evening series at Polo West their ...

STONE TAVERN, N.J. — The 16th annual Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event (JFI) will take place May 9 through 13, at the Horse Park of New Jersey.

Over the years, JFI has helped determine both United States’ and Canadian World Equestrian Games and Pan Am Games Teams, and will again be a qualifying selection event for the U.S. Eventing Team whose athletes will compete in the ...

SUMMIT, NJ - 12 choirs, 100 ringers, and 1,300 bells can mean just one thing -- the St. John’s Lutheran Church's Handbell Festival is set to take place in the Hiltop City. The third annual edition will take place Sunday afternoon, April 29 at 4:30 p.m.

The choirs will gather and separate into two groups to sight-read and polish their music. Nine choirs will ...

BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Ridge opened an early lead and went on to a 13-2 girls lacrosse victory over Bernards on Thursday.

Mena Loescher finished with three goals and one assist and Emma Wightman also scored three goals for Ridge (8-1), which led, 6-1, at halftime. Bailey Aaron, who had an assist, and Annabelle Pesarchick each scored two goals for the Red Devils.

Claire Keller, Georgia Pesot ...

WARREN, NJ - The Ridge baseball team remained unbeaten with a 1-0 victory over Watchung Hills on Wednesday.

Senior right-hander James Crowley pitched a two-hit complete game for Ridge (5-0) to outduel Watchung Hills' Mike Murray, who yielded only four hits to the Red Devils.

Ridge scored the only run in the third inning. Ryan Gogerty reached on an error to lead it off. He then stole ...

BERNARDS TWP., NJ - One of the local signs of spring _ the annual Fishing Derby at Southard Park in northern Basking Ridge at a pond stocked with trout _ is scheduled to be held from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, April 21.

Kids and their families should bring their own poles and bait, but no license is needed. Many participants bring buckets to hold their catch.

The ...