Franklin Township Top Stories
By TAPINTO FRANKLIN/SOMERSET STAFF
June 9, 2025
SOMERSET, NJ - Members of the Franklin Township Police Department joined thousands of law enforcement personnel across the state on Friday, June 6, for the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics New Jersey.The FTPD contingent carried the Flame of Hope along a seven-mile ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Franklin Township will once again mark the nation’s birthday with a family-friendly evening of live music, local flavor, and a fireworks finale. The 2025 Franklin Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks event is set for Thursday, July 3 at 6 p.m. at the Franklin Township ...
NEWARK, NJ — New Jersey households, newly burdened with higher electricity costs, will receive $100 to $250 credits from the state, parceled over six months, to help pay the bills, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Thursday in Newark.Typical households will receive $16.60 per month from July-December.
SOMERSET, NJ - With electric bills rising more than 20% compared to last year, Governor Phil Murphy and top legislative leaders announced over $430 million in direct utility relief aimed at easing the burden on New Jersey ratepayers—just as new energy rates took effect this month.The plan includes ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Residents are encouraged to line Route 27 on Friday, June 6, to cheer on members of the Franklin Township Police Department as they participate in the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics New Jersey.Officers from FTPD will begin their leg of the run at ...
SOMERSET, NJ –TAPinto is inviting local real estate professionals to take control of their marketing with a new tool designed to increase visibility and drive foot traffic — the DIY/Submit Content Portal for Open Houses.With this feature, realtors can easily upload and promote their own open house ...
SOMERSET, NJ -A proposal to build a massive natural gas compressor station in Franklin Township is once again under federal review, and township officials and environmental advocates are urging residents to take immediate legal action to help stop it.Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A Brooklyn man was arrested Sunday in Bridgewater following a police chase that originated in Springfield Township and ended after he struck several troop cars on Route 22 in Bridgewater, according to state police.Ashton Charles, 30, was charged with third degree receiving a ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Township officials are urging residents to stay alert after a bear was spotted Tuesday morning on West Point Avenue, marking the second reported sighting in the region in as many days.According to the alert issued by the township, the bear seen in Franklin is not currently acting ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin Township voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, to select their party’s nominees for Township Council, Somerset County offices, and State Assembly seats in Legislative District 17.The results of these local and county-level primaries will determine which ...
NEW JERSEY — The conversation around supporting employee mental health is growing and, for many companies, workplace wellness programs have evolved from a perk to a priority.“Including well-being programs as part of a company's culture is essential because it demonstrates a commitment to the ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Youth Center hosted a Youth Resource Fair on Saturday, drawing more than 100 students, parents, and community members for a day focused on education, career readiness, and community resources.The day began with students and their families engaging directly with ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Bridgewater Commons Mall has issued a Temporary Youth Supervision Policy following concerns about the potential for a large gathering at the mall Saturday.The policy will be in effect from noon to 9 p.m. May 31.All minors under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Franklin Township Police responded to multiple incidents between May 11 and May 17, including scams involving thousands of dollars, stolen vehicles, and a string of retail thefts, according to the department's weekly blotter.On May 11, police recovered a stolen vehicle from ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Williams Transco has filed a petition with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting expedited reissuance of its certificate authority for the Northeast Supply Enhancement Project (NESE), which includes Compressor Station 206 in Franklin Township. The Township was ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – A North Brunswick man has been charged in connection with the hit-and-run death of a New Brunswick woman.Juan Martinez-Gaspar, 41, of North Brunswick, has been arrested and charged with second degree leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, according to a press release ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater Township Police Chief John Mitzak has released a statement regarding recent pop-up gatherings at local malls, noting that social media posts have indicated Bridgewater Commons Mall may be next.The police department, Mitzak said, is aware of recent incidents involving ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The township council approved the 2025 Hamilton Street Special Improvement District (SID) budget Tuesday night, following questions during public comment from local business owners and residents about the $34,268 annual assessment.The assessment, which targets commercial properties, ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This Central New Jersey town is making unwelcome national news after TikTok reportedly triggered hundreds of teenagers to overrun an annual weekend carnival at Woodbridge Center Mall on Saturday night.The so-called TikTok “meetup” turned chaotic, with a crowd of 300 or more ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Local teens and their families are invited to the upcoming Youth Resource Fair on Saturday, May 31, at the Franklin Youth Center, located at 429 Lewis Street in Somerset.The event will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and includes a variety of resources aimed at helping young people plan ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Hundreds of residents gathered under sunny skies Monday for Franklin Township’s annual Memorial Day Parade and remembrance ceremony, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.The procession began at 11 a.m., starting on New Brunswick Road just past ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Township officials are advising drivers to avoid parts of New Brunswick Road and DeMott Lane on Monday, May 26, due to the annual Memorial Day Parade.The parade will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and traffic will be restricted along the following route:New Brunswick Road ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Council will convene Tuesday, May 27, at 7 p.m. for its regular meeting, with key items on the agenda including the adoption of the 2025 Hamilton Street Special Improvement District (SID) Assessment Roll and several resolutions for professional service contracts ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Students at the Franklin Youth Center are getting hands-on with high-tech flight this spring, thanks to a dynamic drone education course led by Edward Ward, founder of Drone Tech Navigators Academy and EdwardWardMedia LLC.Ward’s six-week program, Introduction to Drone: DJI ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Residents are invited to explore the beauty and history of the Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath during Franklin Township’s National Trails Day celebration on Saturday, June 7.Hosted by the Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee, the event begins at 10 a.m. at the D&R ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From flower-filled picnics and farmers markets to live music, racing, and magic, Memorial Day weekend is packed with events in and around Franklin Township. Friday, May 23🌸 Friday Night Picnics at Peony’s EnvyStart the weekend surrounded by blooms! Pack a picnic and relax on the lawn ...
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver appeared before federal Magistrate Judge Stacey Adams on Wednesday afternoon after being charged with assaulting a Homeland Security Investigations agent outside an immigrant detention center in Newark about 10 days ago. McIver was allowed to appear virtually from ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Two Piscataway police officers are being hailed as heroes after rescuing an impaired driver from a vehicle that was stranded on railroad tracks just moments before it was struck by a freight train.The dramatic rescue, captured on dashcam video, occurred shortly after midnight on ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The Franklin Township Planning Board unanimously approved a 65,000-square-foot warehouse expansion for Mac Realty of Somerset LLC on Tuesday, authorizing the project with several minor variances and conditions related to site design and circulation.The project, located at 400 ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J. - The local Planning Board heard a proposal Tuesday for a new 26,000-square-foot shopping center on Davidson Avenue, with board members requesting significant design modifications before potential approval.NPH Real Estate LLC seeks to construct two buildings - one ...