Franklin Township Top Stories
By MALIK A. LYONS
September 6, 2025
SOMERSET, NJ - A stretch of Route 27 is closed in both directions late Saturday afternoon due to downed wires, according to an alert from the Franklin Township Police Department.Police issued the advisory at 4:48 p.m., warning drivers to avoid Route 27 between Stewart Avenue and Beekman Road. Both ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Police Department is responding to a high volume of calls this afternoon as downed trees and power lines have been reported throughout the township.Authorities urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel while crews work to address hazardous conditions and clear ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of New Jersey, including Somerset County, until 8 p.m. Saturday.Forecasters warn that showers and thunderstorms are likely this afternoon, mainly before 4 p.m., with another round possible after 5 p.m. Some ...
EDISON, NJ - Ford's Garage, a vintage car-themed restaurant, is set to open their first New Jersey location at the Menlo Park Mall, according to a press release. The new restaurant is set to open in 2026.According to a press release, Ford's Garage serves “All-American favorites” and includes a bar.
SOMERSET, NJ - The Warriors defended their home turf Friday night, grinding out a 20–14 victory over Passaic High School in their first home game of the season.The win not only evened the Warriors’ record at 1–1, but also showed flashes of the resilience Head Coach Blair Wilson has been stressing ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Long before Thursday’s groundbreaking ceremony for the future Nokia Bell Labs headquarters, Matt Corliss and his crew visited the patch of New Brunswick terra firma.They installed small seismic monitors around the site, and then revved up a couple of snow plows.Corliss, the program ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - An application to build two large warehouses on property situated off Homestead Road — large enough to cover nine football fields — was rejected unanimously by the Planning Board Thursday night after three years of meetings, presentations and public hearings.Over that period of ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From blood drives and big concerts to outdoor films and stargazing under a full moon, Franklin and its neighbors have a full lineup of events to close out summer and kick off September.Community Blood Drive in Franklin TownshipDo some good close to home at the Franklin Township ...
UPDATE: Amwell Road is now open!SOMERSET, NJ - A section of Amwell Road is closed in both directions Wednesday morning following a motor vehicle accident, township officials announced at 8:09 am. The closure stretches between JFK Boulevard and Demott Lane. Police are urging drivers to avoid the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - How they got to be where they are is anyone's guess - good genes, healthy living, eating right, vitamins, lots of hugs, a loyal four-legged companion, regular doctors' visits, exercise, a glass of wine or a shot of whiskey each day - they've lived to be 100 years old.In recognition ...
SOMERSET, NJ - If you were startled by low-flying helicopters, loud booms, or even felt your home tremble Tuesday night, you weren’t alone.Residents across Piscataway — and parts of nearby Franklin — flooded social media with questions after hearing what sounded like gunfire and explosions echoing ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township Police are stepping up patrols as the new school year begins, a move officials say is aimed at reassuring families and strengthening safety across the community.According to a news release from the Franklin Township Police Department, officers will increase their ...
SOMERSET, NJ -Franklin residents will have a chance to safely recycle household items and get rid of old electronics this weekend during Somerset County’s First Saturday and E-Waste Drop-Off events on Saturday, Sept. 6.The free program is open to all county residents, including Franklin. According ...
SOMEREST, NJ – Work is progressing on the replacement of Bridge No. K0607 on New Brunswick Road, which officially closed to all traffic on Aug. 18. The project is expected to take about 33 days, weather permitting.The closure affects the stretch between Cedar Grove Lane and Wells Road. A detour ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Drivers traveling on Davidson Avenue between Easton Avenue and Executive Drive should plan for traffic congestion today, Sunday, Aug. 31, as the final day of Dead Man’s Curve Wild Hot Rod Weekend takes place at the Delta Hotel.The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is expected ...
SOMERSET, N.J. – TAPinto Franklin’s Fantasy Football League has reached 10 committed teams, with organizers hoping to add two more before the Sept. 2 draft to complete a full 12-team league.The league’s current lineup includes a Franklin business owner, two active residents, several people who work ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township has announced it will hold an online auction for 2024 and prior year delinquent taxes and other municipal charges on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2025, at 8 a.m.According to township officials, the sale will be online and include properties with unpaid taxes, municipal ...
HAMMONTON, NJ – The Franklin High School football team opened its season with a 24-14 loss to Hammonton on Thursday night.Michael Rogers scored both touchdowns for the Warriors, who trailed, 14-6, at halftime.In the second quarter, Rogers took a handoff 14 yards into the end zone for Franklin after ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School (TEECS) officially opened its doors to students on Thursday, August 28, for the first day of the 2025–2026 school year, according to school officials.Officials said students arrived on campus in the morning, with some stepping off buses and ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From classic cars and Cajun feasts to big laughs and outdoor movies, the final weekend of August is packed with family-friendly events in and around Franklin.Dead Man’s Curve Wild Hot Rod WeekendThe Delta Hotel in Somerset will roar to life with the Dead Man’s Curve Wild Hot Rod ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Franklin Township law enforcement recorded a variety of property crimes and fraud incidents between August 3 and August 9, spotlighting the continuing threat of unlock-related thefts and digital deception.On August 3, a shoplifting on Route 27 saw merchandise valued at $672 ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The wait is over: the Franklin High School football team opens its 2025 season tonight on the road against Hammonton High School, with kickoff set for 6 p.m. The Warriors are looking to start strong as they chase their first winning season in more than a decade.The Warriors finished ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin Township Environmental Commission is inviting residents to a free community program that could help families lower their electricity bills and make their homes more energy efficient.The event, “Save Dollars with Energy Conservation,” will be held on Thursday, August 28, ...
SOMERSET, N.J. – Eight teams have committed to TAPinto Franklin’s Fantasy Football League, which will donate its proceeds to local nonprofits and charities.Seven of those teams have completed registration, and the league is still accepting two to four more entries depending on whether it finishes ...
ELIZABETH, NJ – A Piscataway man has been sentenced to 25 years in state prison for the 2023 fatal shooting of a Bridgewater resident in Elizabeth, the Union County Prosecutor’s Office announced Monday.Union County Superior Court Judge Candido Rodriguez Jr. sentenced 25-year-old Maurice Pierce to ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The Hillsborough Health Department has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection/Fish and Wildlife Division that several vultures found in a ravine in the area of Wildflower Lane have tested positive for avian influenza (avian flu).Residents are ...
SOMERSET, NJ—The New Jersey Buddhist Vihara & Meditation Center (NJBV) is organizing a petition that is gaining momentum as members and supporters call on state officials to reject permits for a proposed natural gas compressor station near the temple’s Route 27 property.As of the publication of ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Township officials are reminding drivers that the New Brunswick Road bridge closure remains in effect and will continue to cause delays. Motorists are urged to follow the posted detour and expect congestion in the area, particularly during peak travel times.The closure of Bridge No.
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Franklin High School is launching a new initiative to ensure students have access to essential items that support their well-being and academic success.The Warrior Wellness Pantry will provide free snacks, hygiene products and basic care supplies to students through Wellness ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township’s biggest community celebration is less than a month away. Franklin Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex, 475 DeMott Lane.The annual festival, organized by the Franklin Day Committee, has grown ...