Franklin Township Top Stories
By MALIK A. LYONS
October 31, 2024
SOMERSET, NJ—To help voters learn more about their candidates, TAPinto Franklin Township contacted all candidates running for local office in hopes of featuring them in our elections section. One featured candidate, Dr. Dennis Hopkins Jr., is seeking re-election to the Franklin Township Board of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – An 18-year-old Rutgers-New Brunswick student is facing charges after he allegedly used his cellphone to record other students while they were in the shower.Michael Williams, of Philadelphia, has been charged with three counts of third-degree invasion of privacy and one count of ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – The Star-Ledger newspaper will cease print early next year, shutting down its Pine Brook printing facility, it was announced Oct. 30.The Newark Morning Ledger Company, owner of the Star-Ledger, said that the decision to shut down was due to rising costs, decreasing circulation and ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Due to a water main break near Route 206, the Somerset County Administration Building in Somerville is temporarily closed for most services, according to a news release. Voters can still request or submit mail-in ballots in person at the main entrance on Grove Street, via U.S. Mail, ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ—A water main break has closed Route 206 in both directions between Somerset Street in Raritan and Dukes Parkway in Hillsborough, according to an alert from the county. Northbound and southbound lanes are currently blocked, leading to significant delays in the area. Motorists are ...
SOMERSET, NJ - With the 2024 General Election just around the corner, Franklin residents can take advantage of early voting, allowing you to cast your ballot conveniently and avoid potential lines on Election Day.Early voting will be available at six polling locations in Somerset County from now ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Blackwells Mills Road is closed between Van Cleef Road and Canal Road today from 8 AM to 3 PM due to road work, according to an alert from the township. Please plan your route accordingly and consider using alternative streets.
TRENTON, N.J. — In response to severe drought conditions across the state, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service has implemented Stage Three burn restrictions. This initiative aims to mitigate the risk of wildfires during an arid period. In light of these restrictions, the South Brunswick Fire ...
SOMERSET, NJ—The November 5 General Election is just one week away. Local voters in Franklin Township and Somerset County must be well-informed about the electoral process, including where to vote, important deadlines, and the candidates vying for office.Key Races to WatchSomerset County ...
SOMERSET, NJ—Nicolas Dimeglio, a resident of Franklin Township since 1979, is seeking a position on the Franklin Township Board of Education. With decades of service and leadership in the community, He is also the proud parent of two Franklin High School graduates, so he has a personal stake in the ...
SOMERSET, NJ—Dr. Dennis Hopkins Jr., a resident of Franklin Township for the past 22 years and an active volunteer with the Franklin Soccer Club, is seeking re-election to the Franklin Township Board of Education. Having already served a full three-year term, Hopkins advocates for students, ...
SOMERSET, NJ—Sami Shaban, a 12-year resident of Franklin Township, is seeking re-election to the Franklin Township Board of Education, where he currently serves as Vice President. Shaban is running for his second term, continuing his commitment to advancing the education and well-being of all ...
SOMERSET, NJ – North Brunswick rallied for a 22-20 football victory over Franklin on Friday night.Xavier Hullum scored on a 1-yard run to tie the game, then Jahir Dawud ran for a two-point conversion to give North Brunswick (2-7) a 22-20 lead.Jah'naad Cady passed for one touchdown and rushed for ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Do you have plans for this weekend? If not. Check out our editor’s picks for some of the best things to do in and around Franklin Township. Don't forget to check out our community calendar for upcoming events, TAP here.Saturday, Oct. 26Halloween on HamiltonTrunk or Treat | Music | ...
WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Franklin scored all its goals in the second half of a 4-0 boys soccer victory over West Windsor-Plainsboro South on Thursday.Emmanuel Agbakoba broke the scoreless tie with a goal five minutes into the second half with an assist from Chris Reyes Ramirez.Ike Eluwa, William Parada ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Hector Montes, principal of Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School, announced today that Vaanya Salwan of Bridgewater and Chaitanya Vyas of Hillsborough had been named Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit® Scholarship Program.Additionally, Max Chen, Manu Datta, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Despite a loss in its season finale, the Phillipsburg High School girl’s tennis team can bask in its most victories in a season in eight years as the Stateliners finished 9-8 overall and 8-4 in the Skyland Conference Valley Division.Franklin won three of the five matches to ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Kevin Egan was a little kid when he would tag along with his mom, Yolanda, who oversaw the coffee and gift shop at Saint Peter’s University Hospital. In fact, the café now bears her name and there’s a plaque on a nearby wall that features her smiling face and details of her 40 years ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Franklin won both doubles categories to come away with a 3-2 girls tennis victory over Phillipsburg on Wednesday.Franklin is 11-7. Phillipsburg is 9-8.First Singles Alessandra Tolentino (P)66 Yoana Mironova (F)31 Second Singles Ella Burke (P)66 Sreeja Vallabhaneni ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Assembly Education Committee passed a bill on Monday to require most public schools to provide sunscreen or sun-protective clothing for students at school events.“One blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence can more than double a person’s chances of developing melanoma ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Daniel Ordonez scored in overtime to give Franklin a 3-2 boys soccer victory over Somerville on Monday.Ordonez broke the tie in the final minute of the first overtime with an assist from Joseph Danielson.Ordonez had scored early in the second half to give Franklin (11-4-2) a 1-0 ...
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SOMERSET, NJ - With the November 5 General Election just around the corner, it's essential for local voters to stay informed about where to vote, important deadlines, and the candidates running for office. In the Somerset County Commissioner race, Democratic incumbents Shanel Robinson and Sara Sooy ...
FRANKLIN PARK, NJ – The highly anticipated Trunk or Treat event at Confectionately Yours drew hundreds of people from families in Franklin and neighboring towns on Saturday afternoon. The event featured a live DJ, face painting, and a character meet-and-greet. Attendees enjoyed music, giveaways, ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin boys soccer team won for the 10th time this season with a 1-0 victory over Passaic on Saturday.Ike Eluwa scored in the second half with an assist from Joseph Danielsen for the Warriors (10-4-1). Joel Garces made six saves for Franklin.It was the fourth shutout of the ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Do you have plans for this weekend? If not. Check out our editor’s picks for some of the best things to do in and around Franklin Township. Don't forget to check out our community calendar for upcoming events, TAP here.Saturday, Oct. 19Fall BazaarThis indoor sale features a variety ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Franklin scored one goal in each half for a 2-1 girls soccer victory over Mount Olive on Thursday.Zayla Salas and Arden Gray each scored a goal for Franklin (5-9), which led, 1-0, at the half.Ivy Pennyfeather contributed one assist for the Warriors. Mailyn Ceveda made five saves for ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Franklin girls tennis team defeated Watchung Hills, 3-2, on Wednesday.Franklin improved to 8-7 with the victory.First Singles Emily Wang (WH)66 Yoana Mironova (F)42 Second Singles Sreeja Vallabhaneni (F)66 Janna Han (WH)42 Third Singles Elise Hildebrandt (WH)631 ...
SOMERSET, NJ - A Burlington Township man was arrested in Franklin Township on Oct. 15 on weapons and drug charges, according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. Quincy K. Clark, 49, was found near a private school campus with a high-capacity magazine, and a firearm with hollow-point ...
HIGHLAND PARK, NJ – Franklin rallied from a halftime deficit for a 2-1 boys soccer victory over Highland Park on Tuesday.Ike Eluwa scored midway through the second half for Franklin (9-4) to tie the game, 1-1.The Warriors took the lead on William Parada Gaspar's goal with 1:51 left in regulation on ...