Franklin Township Top Stories
By MALIK A. LYONS
May 14, 2026
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin Township officials are inviting residents to take part in the 2026 Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25, honoring the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces with a community tradition featuring vintage and classic vehicles.The parade will begin at 11 ...
FRANKLIN TWP., NJ — Zufall Health Community Health Centers officially opened its newest facility Wednesday on the Franklin Middle School-Hamilton Street Campus, marking what officials called a major step forward in expanding access to affordable medical, dental and behavioral health services in ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin High School celebrated the accomplishments of its senior student-athletes Tuesday, May 13, during the 2026 Spring Signing Day ceremony, recognizing students who will continue their academic and athletic careers at colleges and universities across the country.The event ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Cedar Hill Preparatory School (CHP) recently held its annual Science Fair, showcasing the research and investigative work of students across its Preschool to 8 program. This year's event drew a panel of judges with distinguished professional backgrounds — and left a lasting ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Six firearms were recovered and four people were arrested following a Franklin Township investigation conducted by the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Organized Crime and Narcotics Task Force Street Crimes Unit and the Franklin Township Police Department, authorities announced ...
SOMERSET, NJ — While many in the St. Matthias community remember the parish’s longtime annual carnival as a signature spring tradition, school and parish leaders are hoping a new event celebrating the school’s 60th anniversary will create lasting memories for a new generation.St. Matthias School ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A Bridgewater man was arrested early Saturday morning following a 34-hour standoff on Hill Lane, according to a report from the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.Eric J. Thorogood, 25, was charged with second degree possession of a firearm for an unlawful purpose, third degree ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Township officials issued an alert Saturday night after a bear was spotted in the Summerfield Complex area.Residents are being advised to use caution and avoid leaving children, pets or food unattended outdoors while the animal remains in the area.Officials are urging residents to ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The St. Matthias School community celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation on Wednesday with its eighth-grade students, marking an important milestone in their faith journey as they became more fully initiated into the Catholic Church and strengthened by the gifts of the Holy ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Franklin? From a spring comedy night and a massive food truck festival to Mother’s Day-themed events and a community walk supporting Special Olympics New Jersey, there are plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend.
NEW BRUNSWICK – The city will receive state grant money awarded through the NJ World Cup Community Initiative to throw a soccer party.The Hub City Fan Celebration is scheduled for July 2 at Boyd Park, and is being organized by the city’s Department of Human and Community Services under director ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Motorists in Franklin Township should expect congestion on Easton Avenue between DeMott Lane and Davidson Avenue after an alert issued through the Township’s Nixle emergency notification system at 10:02 a.m. Thursday.The right northbound lane is closed for tree work until about 4:30 ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Residents will have access to free health resources, screenings and legal assistance at two upcoming community events hosted by Joe Danielsen in Franklin Township.Danielsen announced a free Health Fair scheduled for May 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Franklin Community/Senior Center, ...
SOMERSET, NJ — A Somerset man admitted in federal court Tuesday to distributing fentanyl and heroin in Somerset and Middlesex counties, including drugs tied to the death of a victim in Somerset County, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.Thomas Kane Miller, 41, of Somerset, pleaded guilty ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Cultural Arts Council will host a Community Flea Market and Artisan Alley at the Franklin Gazebo later this month, creating a central gathering space for residents to shop and connect, according to a press release.The event, held in partnership with Franklin ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Township Council has introduced a $75.3 million municipal budget for 2026 that includes a 7% increase in the local tax levy, while also setting a public hearing later this month for residents to weigh in before final adoption.The budget, formally introduced on April 28, totals ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — For Shubhendu Singh, the path to public office wasn’t a sudden decision — it was shaped over decades by family values, professional experience, and a deeply personal moment that changed everything.“I grew up in a family where public service wasn’t just encouraged — it was ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County will host its Spring Surplus Auction from May 13 through May 20, offering residents the opportunity to bid on a range of items including electronics, used vehicles, and office equipment, according to a county press release.The online auction will open at 8 a.m.
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A Georgia man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a deceased woman in a vehicle outside a hotel in Franklin Township early Saturday morning, authorities said.Keith Demery, 54, of Ellenwood, Georgia, was arrested May 2 and charged with first-degree murder ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — St. Matthias School brought the world into one room Friday, hosting its first-ever Multicultural Prayer Service celebrating the diversity of its student body and the universal nature of the Catholic faith.Students proclaimed prayers and readings in English, Spanish, Russian, ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin Township is inviting residents to shop local, explore the community and celebrate a milestone in American history all at once through a new passport-style program tied to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.According to a post published April 24 on the Franklin Township ...
Somerset, NJ — Cedar Hill Preparatory School seventh grader Yajur Subramaniam has earned a spot among the nation's most accomplished young students, selected as one of only 243 competitors in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Yajur was chosen from a pool of 11 million students ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A Conerly Road School teacher is being recognized in a special way after one of her students helped earn her top honors in a statewide contest.Zavian, a student at Conerly Road School, was selected as a winner in the Applebee’s Teacher of the Year essay contest, writing ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Franklin? From a May Day concert, a hands-on Touch-a-Truck event, and the opening of a popular farmers market to a vibrant AAPI Night Market, there are plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the season. For those exploring ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Rainy weather did not stop shoppers from coming out Saturday as the Cedar Hill Preparatory School Parent Teacher Organization hosted its Spring Handmade & Handcrafted Showcase, bringing together local artisans, handcrafted goods and community support in Franklin ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The Franklin Township Board of Education on Tuesday night adopted a $246.6 million final budget for the 2026-27 school year, with district officials citing rising health care costs, charter school tuition and New Jersey’s school funding formula as the biggest pressures driving the ...
UPDATE: The missing person recently reported, Jordan Cromedy (age 16), has been located in good health, according to police. SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old boy last seen in South Brunswick.According to the South Brunswick Police ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin High School is taking center stage this spring.The school’s production of In the Heights earned multiple nominations in the 2026 Central Jersey Marquee Awards, including a nomination for Best Overall Production, as the annual awards ceremony returns to the URSB Carteret ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The Franklin Township Council is scheduled to meet Tuesday, April 28, with the introduction of the 2026 municipal budget and several proclamations and capital ordinances on the agenda.The meeting will include commendations and proclamations recognizing the 60th anniversary of St.
SOMERSET, NJ — The Franklin Township Board of Education is set to hold a public hearing and vote Tuesday on its proposed $246.6 million budget for the 2026-27 school year during its regular business meeting at the Board Administrative Campus All Purpose Room. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.Read: ...