Franklin Township Top Stories
By KENNETH SIMMONS
September 24, 2024
PISCATAWAY, NJ -- A female Rutgers student was sexually assaulted while riding a university bus on Livingston Campus in Piscataway on Monday.University police said she was not physically hurt during the 3:30 p.m. incident that occurred while she was standing in the moving bus.Investigators said a ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township will be hosting a town hall meeting, “Municipal Government 101” next Monday, Sept. 30, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Franklin Township Municipal Council Chambers located at 475 DeMott Lane, according to a township.Officials say the event is designed to help ...
SOMERSET, NJ – Joseph Danielsen's overtime goal gave Franklin a 2-1 boys soccer victory over Rutgers Prep on Thursday.Danielsen scored with a minute left in the first overtime.He also accounted for Franklin's other goal, which came with 30 minutes left in the second half with an assist by Daniel ...
TRENTON, NJ — Black bears are on the move in New Jersey, looking for food in preparation for the winter denning season.The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish and Wildlife is asking the public to secure their trash and food sources, to reduce the potential for ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Somerset County Business Partnership hosted its inaugural Somerset Legacy Awards and Networking event Wednesday at the Marigold. The event aimed to honor individuals and organizations whose contributions have made a significant and positive impact on the Somerset County ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin girls tennis team posted a 5-0 victory over Warren Hills on Tuesday afternoon.Franklin improved its record to 4-2. Warren Hills (0-5) is still looking for its first win.First Singles Yoana Mironova (F)66 Olivia Collum (WH)10 Second Singles Sreeja Vallabhaneni ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Somerset Legacy Awards Cocktail Reception, set for this Wednesday, offers an outstanding networking opportunity for professionals and community leaders. “The Somerset Legacy Awards is a special networking event where we get to thank long-time supporters for their investment in ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin girls' soccer team won for the first time this season, defeating Union, 2-1, today.Sinai Kelliehan scored both goals for the Warriors (1-4) in the first half. She received assists from Jamila McRiney and Eliana Montas.Kelliehan has four goals this season. Franklin will ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin football team maintained its undefeated status on Saturday with a 34-0 victory over East Brunswick.Aamar Foat scored on a 1-yard run in the first quarter to put the Warriors (3-0) on the board, then they erupted for three touchdowns in the second quarter.Jah'naad Cady ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As we approach the November 5 General Election, it’s important to stay informed about the candidates and important dates for voting. Here’s a guide to help you navigate through the upcoming election.Somerset County Commissioner Race candidates include the Democratic incumbents Shanel ...
Haga clic aquí para leer esta historia en inglésNEW BRUNSWICK – At last week’s ceremony to mark the installation of the final steel beam in the construction of the first phase of the Health and Life Science Exchange (HELIX), DEVCO President Chris Paladino talked about how company vice president ...
Somerset, NJ - Local crafters and artisans are invited to participate in an indoor craft market scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Community/Senior Center located at 505 DeMott Lane in Somerset. The event aims to provide a platform for crafters and artisans to ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The Franklin girls volleyball team scored a 25-8, 27-25 victory over Bound Brook on Thursday.Aleah Sunkins finished with five kills and five blocks for the Warriors (3-1), and Nikola Osinski led Franklin in digs with 11.Franklin Sets PlayedKBDASPAcesSarahi Sukhram0207005NIkola ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Center for Great Expectations, a local nonprofit that provides residential therapy for women and children, received a significant funding boost on Tuesday evening.During the Franklin Township Council meeting, Assemblyman Joe Danielsen presented the center with a $1 million state ...
SOMERSET, NJ -- Grey Grealish's second goal of the game in overtime gave Franklin a 3-2 boys soccer victory over Delaware Valley on Tuesday.Grey Grealish got an assist from Emmanuel Agbakoba on his golden goal 3:20 into the second overtime.Grealish had given the Warriors (3-0) a 1-0 lead with a ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Day 2024, presented by Parks & Recreation, is set for Saturday, Sept. 28, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Colonial Park’s Knob Hill Grove in Somerset, N.J. This community celebration will feature live entertainment, a classic car show, over 100 exhibitors, and free activities ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Out of adversity comes opportunity, Benjamin Franklin once said, and today, a Westfield teenager is proving the adage once again: Francesca Mani, a Westfield High School sophomore who has been advocating for stronger laws surrounding AI-generated pornography after learning last ...
Franklin Township, NJ - Authorities are investigating a fire that destroyed politically charged flags on Demott Lane in Franklin Township.The flags displayed offensive language that was visible to all residents or commuters passing by. TAPinto has been receiving feedback about the flags as early as ...
NEWARK – Two well-known philanthropists in Newark, and one key social services provider in the city, recently joined together for a TAPinto Roundtable focusing on the ways in which they are directly impacting the lives of those in need.The panel included Mary Ellen Harris, the president of the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Police are investigating after a man was shot in the shoulder following an argument early Monday morning.Police responded to a report of a shooting incident outside the area of the Cancun Bar at 120 French St. at about 2:54 a.m., according to a statement from the New Brunswick ...
SOMERSET, NJ -- Bridgewater-Raritan opened the girls soccer season with a 4-0 victory over Franklin on Wednesday.Sophia Rosato scored 10 minutes into the game with an assist from Hayden Tormasi. The Panthers made it 2-0 three minutes later when Grace Drumgool scored.Drumgool scored again to make it ...
SOMERSET, NJ - This Saturday, Feed Franklin Fest is back at the Consiglio Family Farm for a day of music, food, and community support. Hosted by Ron and Diana Consiglio, the event raises funds for the Franklin Food Bank, a cause close to their hearts. “Diana and I love the town where we raised our ...
SOMERSET, NJ -- The Franklin girls volleyball team opened its season with a 22-25, 25-11, 25-20 victory over Thomas Edison Energy Charter on Tuesday.Aleah Sunkins finished with 12 kills and five blocks for the Warriors.Nikola Osinski totaled 13 digs and Seyifunmi Bakare led Franklin in assists with ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Despite its impressive size and multinational reach, Goya Foods is still a privately held family business; fiercely devoted to family, quality, and its Hispanic roots.“My first day with the company was in 1964,” recalls Robert (Bob) Unanue, President and CEO of Goya Foods. “Our ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Police Department is investigating an incident in which gunshots were reported early Monday morning in the area of Franklin Boulevard, according to a news release. Police say at approximately 1:15 a.m. on Sept. 1, police dispatch received a 9-1-1 call reporting ...
SOMERSET, NJ -- Franklin came back from a 10-point deficit in the first half and rallied for a 26-22 football victory over Trenton on opening night Friday. Dubem Kawah's second touchdown of the game, a 50-yard run in the fourth quarter, gave the Warriors a 26-22 lead after they had trailed, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - A traffic alert has been issued for Davidson Avenue between Easton Avenue and Pierce Street due to an event in the area, according to an alert sent from the township at 10:51 am. To avoid congestion, motorists are advised to seek alternate routes. Plan accordingly if you need to ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Football fans and chicken wing lovers from across the area lined up to meet NFL champion and Piscataway native, Malcolm Jenkins who opened his first Wingstop location in New Jersey on Thursday. The grand opening celebration, setup tailgate style with football themed giveaways, ...
SOMERSET, N.J. – With the back-to-school season on the horizon, barbershops in Franklin Township are teaming up to give back to the community. The businesses along Hamilton Street are banding together to provide free haircuts to a selected group of students from the Franklin Youth Center. A ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Community Food Distribution Day will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 11 am to 11:30 pm at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, located at 771 Somerset St., Somerset, N.J. In partnership with the Franklin Food Bank and the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, this ...