Franklin Township Top Stories
By MALIK A. LYONS
October 26, 2025
SOMERSET, NJ — As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for Franklin Township Council were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key local issues. Each candidate was also asked to share background information about ...
SOMERSET, NJ — As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for Franklin Township Council were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key local issues. Each candidate was also asked to share background information about ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for Franklin Township Council were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key local issues. Each candidate was also asked to share background information about ...
SOMERSET, NJ – As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for Franklin Township Council were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key local issues. Each candidate was also asked to share background information about ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Originally projected to reopen by the end of October, the replacement of County Bridge K0607 on New Brunswick Road has now been updated with a new target date of on or about November 14. This revised schedule comes from the county’s latest construction update posted October ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Cedar Hill Preparatory School students, families, and staff came together Friday evening for the school’s annual Multicultural Night, a vibrant celebration of the many cultures that make the CHP community unique.The event, held on October 24, featured students dressed in traditional ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Families filled John’s Plaza Saturday afternoon for the fifth annual Halloween on Hamilton, a growing community tradition hosted by the Hamilton Street Business Improvement District (BID), Week of the People, and Franklin Township Parks & Recreation.“This is our fifth year, but ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Week 7 of the Points for Purpose TAPinto Fantasy Football League brought another round of big performances, close finishes, and meaningful wins for Franklin Township’s nonprofits. While the Wellness Warriors bounced back from their first loss, the battle for first place remains ...
SOMERSET, NJ — CityMD Urgent Care officially celebrated the opening of its new Franklin Township location at 625 Somerset Street, bringing residents convenient access to quality walk-in medical care seven days a week — with extended evening hours, modern facilities, and on-site diagnostic ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Township officials have issued a correction after discovering that the election day polling locations printed in the most recent Franklin Times newsletter were incorrect.According to Mayor Phil Kramer’s office, updated and accurate polling location information will be mailed ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Calling New Jersey’s property tax–based method of funding public schools “stupid” and “unsustainable,” Assemblyman Joe Danielsen (D-Middlesex, Somerset) joined Franklin Township Mayor Phil Kramer and members of the Township Council Thursday afternoon to unveil legislation creating a ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From spooky celebrations to fall festivals and family fun, Franklin and Somerset County are packed with ways to celebrate the season this weekend. This week’s lineup — built from Somerset County Tourism’s weekend picks and the TAPinto Franklin/Somerset events calendar — features ...
NEW JERSEY — For many New Jersey voters weighing their choice for governor in the Nov. 4 general election, the high cost of living is the key factor, and both Republican Jack Ciatterelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill have offered specific plans to make living in the Garden State less expensive. But ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Police in Franklin Township logged a mix of traffic arrests, vehicle thefts, home‑and‑car burglaries and one high‑value forgery between Sept. 21 and Sept. 27, according to the official blotter.On Sept. 21, officers arrested an individual on an outstanding warrant and later that ...
Update: Road is now open. SOMERSET, NJ - The Township of Franklin reports a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Churchill Avenue & Somerset Street.Avoid the area for the next hour as emergency crews respond and traffic conditions may be impacted. If you must travel in the vicinity, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Halloween is creeping closer, and Franklin Township is buzzing with community spirit and family fun. Whether you’re looking for something spooky, festive, or family-friendly, there’s no shortage of local events to get you in the mood this October.If you haven’t caught the Halloween ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Township of Franklin has announced that the intersection of Easton Avenue, Franklin Boulevard, and Landing Lane will be fully closed overnight on Thursday, October 23, for milling and paving work.The closure will take place from 8:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. No traffic will be permitted ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Assemblyman Joe Danielsen (D-Middlesex, Somerset) will host a press conference on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 1 p.m. to announce legislation he plans to introduce that would establish a School Finance Reform Commission.The proposed commission would examine the ...
SOMERSET, NJ - With the end of October approaching, the New Brunswick Road Bridge replacement project shows visible construction progress, but no new updates have been posted by Somerset County since October 17 — the date of the most recent revision to the county’s Construction Projects in ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Authorities have released additional details in the investigation of a fatal crash that occurred Sunday morning on Easton Avenue near Cedar Grove Lane, identifying the victim as Michele Rojek, 51, of Somerset, and confirming that her vehicle was traveling the wrong way at the time ...
SOMERSET, NJ - This year, three Board of Education seats are up for grabs, and six candidates are vying for them after three incumbents chose not to seek re-election. TAPinto Franklin/Somerset invited all candidates to participate in our Meet the Candidates series to share their background, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for the Franklin Township Board of Education were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key issues facing the district. Each candidate was also asked to share ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for the Franklin Township Board of Education were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key issues facing the district. Each candidate was also asked to share ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Authorities have identified the victim of Sunday morning’s fatal crash on Easton Avenue and are addressing misinformation circulating on social media, according to an updated statement from the Franklin Township Police Department.Police said the crash, which occurred around 7:43 a.m.
SOMERSET, NJ – After more than two decades of serving New Jersey families with reliable, high-quality HVAC care, Somerset residents Robert Holcomb and Desyra Highsmith-Holcomb are launching a new chapter of their work in the community through the relaunch of their business under the One Hour ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) made a stop in Franklin Township on Sunday to help energize local Democrats ahead of the November election, according to a press release from the Somerset County and Franklin Township Democrats.Meeks spoke to about 50 volunteers and public ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Authorities are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred early Sunday morning on Easton Avenue near Cedar Grove Lane, according to a news release from the Franklin Township Police Department.Police said the crash happened around 7:43 a.m. on October 19, 2025. Responding ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – I’ll admit it — this week’s report is running a little later than usual. Maybe that has something to do with the Wellness Warriors finally taking their first loss of the season. After five straight wins, our streak came to an end at the hands of Quick Snap Riq in a 127.34 to ...
Update: Easton Avenue and Cedar Grove Lane is now open, according to an 12:04pm alert from the township. SOMERSET, NJ - The Township of Franklin has issued an advisory that Easton Avenue is closed in both directions between Cedar Grove Lane and Willow Avenue due to a traffic crash.As emergency ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As part of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset’s Meet the Candidates series, all candidates running for the Franklin Township Board of Education were invited to participate and respond to the same set of questions about key issues facing the district. Each candidate was also asked to share ...