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November 2, 2025

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Hillsborough can now relate to. They had to suffer through a 33-0 loss at the hands of the Rancocas Valley Red Devils Saturday. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Raiders were not able ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ-The Hillsborough Township Leaf Pickup Program begins Monday, Nov. 3rd. The Department of Public Works reminds everyone to please follow the program guidelines to help ensure an efficient and safe collection process:Leaf piles must be free of debris such as sticks, branches, grass ...

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MANVILLE, NJ — Manville High School Head Football Coach David Markowitch has been named the New York Jets High School Coach of the Week, recognizing his leadership in guiding the Mustangs to a record-breaking season.“Under Markowitch's leadership, the Mustangs have gone from 3-7 in his first year ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Don't forget to re-set your clocks and watch before turning in Saturday night.Daylight Savings Time comes to an end at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 which means an extra hour of sleep and a sure sign that winter can't be far behind.Take the time to prepare a household winter ...

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TRENTON, NJ — As the federal government shutdown continues, more than 800,000 New Jersey residents will be impacted by the United States Department of Agriculture’s announcement that it will not fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits starting on Nov.1.According to Gov. Phil ...

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 HILLSBOROUGH, NJ -The Hillsborough Raiders will square off against the Rancocas Valley Red Devils at noon on Saturday., Nov. 1 in Mount Holly. The two teams are strolling into their matchups after big wins in their previous games.Hillsborough will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Mayor John Ciccarelli and members of the Township Committee presented members of UNICO with a proclamation recognizing October as Italian-American Heritage Month at a meeting earlier this month.Hillsborough Township’s Italian-American community has contributed greatly to the ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald and Somerset County Chief of Detectives Francisco Roman  and law enforcement throughout Somerset County remind drivers about the deadly consequences of alcohol and drug-impaired driving. For a safe Halloween night and weekend, arrange for ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - New Jersey's high-profile gubernatorial election, featuring Republican and former Hillsborough resident Jack Ciattarelli in his third attempt at winning the Statehouse and Democrat Mikie Sherrill, a four-term congresswoman, has been the focus of a multi-million TV advertising ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Residents from Bridgewater and around the county turned out Tuesday to the Somerset County Commissioner meeting to question the commissioners about the why behind the building of an access road that allegedly led to the destruction of upwards of 300 trees at Washington Valley ...

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 LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ -  Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) introduced the Upper Raritan River Watershed Wild and Scenic River Study Act on Tuesday, Oct. 28. This bipartisan legislation would direct the National Park Service to conduct a feasibility ...

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WASHINGTON - The results of a national study released Tuesday shows that public schools in Hillsborough, NJ are ranked in the top 15-20 percent of public schools nationwide.The ranking by U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education, includes about 47,000 public elementary ...

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 SOMERVILLE, NJ - The County of Somerset is alerting residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, November 2025 SNAP benefits will not be available on Nov. 1. The State of New Jersey has been notified by the ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Excess Halloween candy is being collected by Operation Shoebox New Jersey, a volunteer, organization that ships personal care packages to members of the US military stateside and those deployed overseas.The sweet treats are a welcome addition to the care packages, which also ...

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SOUTH BOUND BROOK, NJ -A 24-year-old resident has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse material after exchanging photos online with a 14-year-old girl who lives in a Chicago suburb. according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of ...

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NEW JERSEY — For many New Jersey voters weighing their choice for governor in the Nov. 4 general election, the high cost of living is the key factor, and both Republican Jack Ciatterelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill have offered specific plans to make living in the Garden State less expensive. But ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ – As we recognize National Liver Awareness Month this October, Elaine “Sissie” Welsh is reflecting on the 10 years since her lifesaving liver transplant and encouraging others to register as organ and tissue donors to help save and enhance lives. On July 15, 2025, Welsh celebrated ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – It's been relatively quiet since the Patriots closed out their2025 season at TD Bank Ballpark,  The clubhouse is empty, the lockers are cleaned out and the players have scattered throughout the country, some headed home, while others are playing winter ball in Arizona, Mexico and ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School (SCVTHS) students and staff welcomed motivational speaker Matthew Bocchi as the keynote speaker earlier this month during the Week of Respect, an annual event that is held to recognize the importance of social and emotional ...

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 HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Early voting for the Nov. 4 General Election begins Saturday, Oct. 25 at six designated locations in Somerset County, including the Hillsborough Municipal Building.Early VotingIn-person early voting locations will be open daily starting through Sunday, Nov. 2. Hours are 10 a.m.

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — A sweater or jacket, warm hat, maybe a pair of gloves, lap blanket and for those so inclined, ear plugs are recommended for Saturday's Hillsborough High School Raider Marching Band Festival, stepping off at 3 p.m. at Noonan Stadium.The theme of the show is “The Night Circus.”The ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - Calling New Jersey’s property tax–based method of funding public schools “stupid” and “unsustainable,” Assemblyman Joe Danielsen (D-Middlesex, Somerset) joined Franklin Township Mayor Phil Kramer and members of the Township Council Thursday afternoon to unveil legislation creating a ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK – The public got its first peek Wednesday night at concept plans for H3 – a 42-story building that represents the third stage of the HELIX project that promises to reshape the New Brunswick skyline, transform the city’s downtown area and impact the region’s economy.H3 will be built ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ-The Hillsborough Raiders have gone 8-2 against Hunterdon Central recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Friday. Oct. 24 in a game against the Red Devils at 7 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Downtown Somerville Alliance is accepting submissions from bands to perform during the 2026 Summer Stage Concert Series with live music on Division Street every first Friday and Saturday evening, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.Local and regional bands are ...

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WASHINGTON – Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Internship Program at his offices in Washington, D.C. and Lebanon Borough, NJ,This competitive program offers college students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the fast-paced environment of a ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - The Township of Franklin has announced that the intersection of Easton Avenue, Franklin Boulevard, and Landing Lane will be fully closed overnight on Thursday, October 23, for milling and paving work.The closure will take place from 8:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. No traffic will be permitted ...

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HILLSBOROUGH. NJ- The township's Social Services Department has launched its annual Thanksgiving and Chisr drives, seeking donations from the community to bring Holiday cheer to local families in need.The Community Assistance Network (C.A.N.) provides holiday meals and gifts for Hillsborough ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital/Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, will hold its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Symposium on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bridgewater Manor.Elissa Kalver, a Stage IV metastatic breast cancer “thriver,” author and founder of ...

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MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ — Bodnar's Auctions features an online sale of Superheroes beginning 11 a.m. Wednesday.Check out the catalog and how to bid on the auction website, www.bodnarauction.com.This sale will feature a single-owner collection of Superhero Marvel & DC Statues, Cards, Toys, ...

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