Franklin Township Top Stories
By MALIK A. LYONS
August 23, 2025
SOMERSET, NJ — The Franklin Township Police Department has rolled out a new initiative aimed at protecting some of the community’s most vulnerable residents.The program, called Franklin Community Connections, is designed to help safeguard individuals at risk of wandering due to cognitive conditions ...
FRANKLIN, N.J. — TAPinto Franklin/Somerset is excited to introduce a new feature designed to help our local businesses connect with more customers — Local Deals and Offers.For just $50 per site, businesses can now promote their specials directly on TAPinto Franklin/Somerset, where they’ll reach ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Rage and pain filled the Municipal Courtroom for about 2½ hours as community members unleashed their emotions following the shooting death of a 68-year-old woman by a city police officer.Many used Wednesday night’s City Council meeting as a forum to demand more details about the ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The second half of Franklin Township’s “Tax Talk 101” Town Hall on Thursday gave residents the opportunity to voice frustrations, ask questions, and challenge township officials on property assessments, school spending, and the balance of the municipal budget.The evening’s Q&A, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From live music and artisan markets to school supply giveaways, Caribbean culture, and even a tax talk with ice cream on the side, there’s something for everyone in and around Franklin this weekend. The community calendar offers many options, whether you want to learn, shop, ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin Township residents packed the Council Chambers Thursday evening for a “Tax Talk 101” Town Hall, a session focused on explaining the assessment process, how property taxes are calculated, and what programs exist to reduce the burden.The event was hosted by Mayor Phil Kramer ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Police logged a flurry of thefts, vehicle break-ins, and fraud cases between July 27 and August 2, according to the Franklin Township Police Department’s official blotter.On July 27, several residents reported vehicles burglarized while left unlocked: one victim on Domino Road lost ...
SOMERSET, NJ — With the season opener just days away, Franklin High School Head Football Coach Blair Wilson says the Warriors are focused on keeping their heads level and learning from last season's ups and downs.“Just because we won three or four games in a row last year, guys didn’t know how to ...
FRANKLIN, N.J. — TAPinto Franklin/Somerset is excited to introduce a new feature designed to help our local businesses connect with more customers —"Local Deals and Offers."For just $50 per site, businesses can now promote their specials directly on TAPinto Franklin/Somerset, where they’ll reach ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin residents don’t need to look far for shopping, dining, or services. TAPinto Franklin/Somerset has launched a dedicated Business Directory highlighting local businesses — and right now, every listing is complimentary through Nov. 30.As editor of TAPinto Franklin/Somerset, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Ukrainian History and Education Center (UHEC), located in Franklin Township, will receive more than $26,000 in county funding this year to support both arts and history programming.The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission awarded the UHEC $20,175 through the Local ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin High School has been ranked No. 7,001 nationally in the 2025-26 U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools list.The annual rankings, released Tuesday, evaluated nearly 24,000 public high schools across the country, with about 18,000 receiving a national placement. New ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Here’s a look at what’s happening around Franklin Township this week, drawn from government and community calendars. If you’d like your event included in our weekly Franklin Week Ahead article, email details to mlyons@tapinto.net.Tuesday, Aug. 19Ageless Grace1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Commuters should prepare for a week of significant traffic impacts in Franklin Township as multiple projects get underway, including a major bridge closure, utility maintenance, and ongoing road resurfacing.Bridge Closure – New Brunswick RoadStarting Monday, Aug. 18, Somerset County ...
SOMERSET, NJ - This week brought a mix of infrastructure concerns, crime reports, local government action and a new way for residents to unwind. Here are the top stories from Aug. 10 through Aug. 16.Sinkhole Forces Closure in North BrunswickDrivers in and around Franklin faced delays this week ...
FRANKLIN, NJ — Weekends are a perfect time to relax, and TAPinto Franklin now gives readers another way to unwind with a daily dose of puzzles and classic games. The site’s new Games section is designed to keep your mind sharp while giving you a quick break from the routine.Puzzle fans can start ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin Township Council voted unanimously Tuesday, Aug. 12, to reintroduce an ordinance amending local animal control laws, setting the stage for new rules on wildlife feeding and community cat colonies.Ordinance 4471-25, passed on first reading, would amend Chapter 115 of the ...
BRANCHBURG, NJ – A 69-year-old Branchburg woman has been charged with possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald announced Friday.Kathleen Amberg, of Branchburg, was identified as a suspect following a tip from the National Center for ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township residents can expect a steamy stretch of weather heading into the weekend, according to AccuWeather.Friday kicks things off with partly sunny skies and high humidity. Temperatures will climb to around 89 degrees before dipping to about 69 overnight. It’s a warm, ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ — Have you ever gone to make a right-hand turn, only to have an e-bike zoom past at 25 MPH — from a bike lane, or no lane at all? You’re not alone. The surge in electric bicycle use — especially among teens — is outpacing the laws meant to keep riders and pedestrians safe. Now, in ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The 68-year-old woman who was shot and killed by a New Brunswick police officer after authorities said she was walking around the halls of her apartment building with a knife was a mother of three who worked as a bus driver before retiring.Deborah (McCalla) Terrell is remembered by ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Council voted Tuesday to acquire the long-vacant property on Gerard Avenue, once home to the Franklin Somerset First Aid Squad, but left decisions about its future use for another day.During the meeting, Assistant Chief Ray Quabeck of the East Franklin Fire ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Somerset County Bridge No. K0607 on New Brunswick Road will close on August 18 for construction, with the project expected to last approximately 33 days, weather permitting. The bridge between Cedar Grove Lane and Wells Road will be closed to all vehicular, pedestrian, and ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch through late tonight for Somerset County and several surrounding areas.Forecasters say slow-moving showers and thunderstorms could bring 1 to 3 inches of rain per hour, with isolated areas possibly receiving up to 6 inches if ...
NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The ramp from Livingston Avenue to Route 1 North is temporarily closed after a sinkhole formed in the roadway, according to North Brunswick officials.The alert was issued at 5:21 p.m., and the New Jersey Department of Transportation has been notified and is assessing the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - The city is moving forward with plans to construct a new fire headquarters, designed to meet the needs of today’s fire service and the community it protects.The project will deliver a modern, state-of-the-art facility built specifically to support the work of New Brunswick’s ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Between July 19 and July 26, Franklin Township police responded to a series of vehicle break-ins, fraud attempts, gym locker thefts, and shoplifting incidents, as detailed in the township’s weekly blotter. Franklin TownshipOn July 19, a burglary attempt and act of criminal mischief ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Senior Center repairs, a sharp rise in property taxes, and plans to convert a former first aid squad building into volunteer firefighter housing were the main topics at the Township Council’s Aug. 12 meeting. Council members also tabled a controversial wildlife feeding ordinance, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Township of Franklin is advising that Elizabeth Avenue between School House Road and Weston Road is closed to through traffic now through 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13.Local traffic only will be permitted in the area. Please plan an alternate route and drive safely.
SOMERSET, NJ—Township officials are moving forward with plans to acquire several parcels of land from the Franklin-Somerset First Aid Squad for a symbolic $1 price.Under Ordinance 4473-25, introduced Aug. 12, the township would take ownership of Block 352, Lots 6, 7, 9, 10, and 11 — property once ...