BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District seems set on continuing with its own school security plan, as opposed to complying with recent suggestions made by Bridgewater Township officials.

Bridgewater-Raritan board of education president Steven Singer discussed the issue June 28, citing e-mails that had been sent to the board, which he called “input that was very ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - On June 8, the Bridgewater-Raritan Education Association (BREA) held a Family Literacy Night, bringing together students, parents and teachers to learn how to cope with stress in a post-pandemic world.

"My Incredible Talking Body: Learning to Be Calm" by Rebecca Bowen – a special education teacher, school psychologist and school counselor for 25 years – ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District recently unveiled plans regarding upgraded security measures for its 11 school buildings – but the mayor of Bridgewater has his own ideas on the matter.

Mayor Matthew Moench expressed his views on school security during his mayoral report at the June 23 meeting of the Bridgewater Township Council.

“My ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater Township officials are working to deal with delinquent properties in the municipality.

The town council passed a resolution June 9 that will allow the township attorney to foreclose on certain delinquent properties located in Bridgewater. The measure was unanimously approved by the five council members that evening.

Township administrator Michael Pappas said ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District recently unveiled plans regarding upgraded security measures for its 11 school buildings – but the mayor of Bridgewater has his own ideas on the matter.

Mayor Matthew Moench expressed his views on school security during his mayoral report at the June 23 meeting of the Bridgewater Township Council.

“My ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A project that could have drastically altered the appearance and nature of Bridgewater Township has been scaled down, although final approval has not yet been given.

The town council unanimously introduced an ordinance at a special meeting June 16 to establish an alternate set of “permitted principal uses, development standards and related provisions” for a ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District seems set on continuing with its own school security plan, as opposed to complying with recent suggestions made by Bridgewater Township officials.

Bridgewater-Raritan board of education president Steven Singer discussed the issue June 28, citing e-mails that had been sent to the board, which he called “input that was very ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District recently unveiled plans regarding upgraded security measures for its 11 school buildings – but the mayor of Bridgewater has his own ideas on the matter.

Mayor Matthew Moench expressed his views on school security during his mayoral report at the June 23 meeting of the Bridgewater Township Council.

“My ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Superintendent of Schools Robert Beers released a statement Friday regarding the district's school security plan and the changes that have been made over the past couple years to increase security in the district.

In the statement sent to all members of the community, Beers said the district has focused on a variety of threats, including intruders, pedestrian safety, ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ -- Five members of the Bridgewater-Raritan girls lacrosse team were selected to the Skyland Conference 2022 Delaware Division first team.

Hailey Waldron, Kelly MacKinney, Lauren Sullivan, Gia Mitchell and Lea Ciocon of Bridgewater-Raritan all were voted to the first team in a poll of the conference's coaches.

Waldron, a junior, finished with 55 goals, 17 assists and 57 ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bradley Gardens Little Loop finished its 64th season June 18 with special closing ceremonies after the final baseball and tee ball games.

Sponsor plaques were presented before each game, and, after, players were awarded a trophy and celebrated with ice cream sundaes.

For more information about summer registration, visit bradleygardensbaseball.com.

BRIDGEWATER, NJ -- Two members of the Bridgewater-Raritan softball team have been selected to the Skyland Conference Delaware Division First Team for 2022.

Senior third baseman Kayla Holguin and senior shortstop Gianna Lentini of Bridgewater-Raritan both were voted to the first team in a poll of the conference's coaches.

Holguin batted .309 with four doubles, one triple, a team-high ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A project that could have drastically altered the appearance and nature of Bridgewater Township has been scaled down, although final approval has not yet been given.

The town council unanimously introduced an ordinance at a special meeting June 16 to establish an alternate set of “permitted principal uses, development standards and related provisions” for a ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset County Park Commission is bringing back the annual July 4th fireworks display July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at North Branch Park, on Milltown Road.

Admission to the event is free, with the gates opening at 6 p.m.

During the event, the Fabulous Greaseband will perform the best of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s rock and roll, while the NJ 3rd Regiment Revolutionary War ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater-Raritan High School student Avanti Patwardhan was crowned the winner of the 2022 Sing-Off June 3.

The annual event is the main fundraiser for the Kimberly A. Nelson Foundation, and features students performing for professional judges, who choose a winner.

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Skate for a Cause, a two-day open skate event sponsored by BR Skateboarding and Gabrielle’s Fountain, collected donations for the Raritan Food Pantry. From the event, they collected a stockpile of dry goods, and raised more than $200.

Open skate sessions during the event were based on the model of a structured skate program, with ramps out and the event open to ...

CRANFORD, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed the $50.6 billion fiscal year 2023 budget on Thursday at Cranford High School.

"The priorities of this budget are the priorities of our families," Murphy said. "At the top that list is affordability."

Among the provisions in the budget:

$2 billion ANCHOR property tax credit for homeowners and a rebate for ...

TRENTON, NJ — When thinking of the future for businesses in New Jersey, Michele Siekerka is confident and hopeful.

"I’m always a glass half full person and very optimistic," Siekerka, the President and CEO of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA) said. "I believe for every challenge there’s an opportunity.  It depends on how we ...

TRENTON, NJ — It's a big week for Tom Bracken and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.

"This is a week that's been building since the beginning of COVID," Bracken, the organization's President and CEO said. "This is the week where we'll know what kind of resources will be allocated to really helping what's broken."

New Jersey's state budget ...

NEW JERSEY - A group of patriotic residents hang flags on a Garden State Parkway overpass ahead of July 4th. Plus, a new baseball field ribbon cutting. Also, two residents are awarded for their art contributions. And, a police academy graduation.

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NEW JERSEY - A town crowns cornhole champions. Plus, firefighters rescue stranded ducklings and reunite them with their mother. And, several teachers honored for their fellowship graduation. Also, one town gears up for a massive July 4th celebration. 

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NEW JERSEY - A Stevens Institute of Technology student is recognized by NASA. Plus, a police department celebrates 138 years. And, Union County College gets a new name. Also, 6th graders graduate from the L.E.A.D. program. 

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