Hillsborough Top Stories
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
October 23, 2025
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Authorities have released additional details in the investigation of a fatal crash that occurred Sunday morning on Easton Avenue near Cedar Grove Lane, identifying the victim as Michele Rojek, 51, of Somerset, and confirming that her vehicle was traveling the wrong way at the time of ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Somerset County Park Commission is planning to purchase an all-terrain wheelchair (ATW) or other power-driven mobility device (OPDMD) to assist individuals in enjoying the trails and other natural settings throughout the park system. To determine which equipment is most ...
NEW JERSEY — The governor’s race may be getting most of the media attention ahead of the Nov. 4 general election, but every one of the 80 seats in the General Assembly is up for grabs, and experts say some of the district races are set to be highly competitive.Democrats are solidly in control, with ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater Township has launched a petition regarding the removal of trees at Washington Valley Park after the judge denied the township's request for an emergency injunction to stop the county's work on the access road there.The township had filed a legal complaint requesting a ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Get your Halloween costumes ready and join the Somerset Patriots for a fun Halloween-themed event for the whole family. The Patriots have partnered with the Somerset County Business Partnership to bring you Trick-or-Treating at TD Bank Ballpark on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 5-7 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Andrew Zwicker is being honored as one of the Legislators of the Year by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce at their 2025 State Chamber Legislative and Business Awards Reception. The Chamber recognized the Central New Jersey lawmaker for championing economic growth and ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater Township has filed a formal legal complaint in Somerset County Superior Court against the county and the park commission regarding the removal of hundreds of trees in Washington Valley Park.The township, in the complaint, is requesting a remedy of the unauthorized and ...
(Trenton) – The right lane on I-78 westbound is scheduled to be closed for approximately one week beginning on Monday for bridge work as the I-78 westbound Bridges over Washington Valley Road and Routes 202/206 Deck Replacement project advances in Bedminster and Bridgewater, Somerset County. The ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Somerset County has negotiated the acquisition of an additional 0.23 acres of vacant, wooded land along the Raritan River in the Township, expanding the County’s Raritan River Greenway.Approximately 20 additional acres within the same geographical location are under consideration ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset Regional Farmers' Market returns Sunday, Oct. 19 following last week's inclement weather, with special discounts for senior citizens.This Sunday's weather is predicted to be warm, with temperatures in the low 70s.Vendors will be celebrating Senior Day, and will provide ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Piscataway’s defense held firm while running back Mickye Simmons and quarterback Landon Pernell powered the offense Friday night, leading the Chiefs to a 21-7 road win over Hillsborough in Big Central Conference play.The victory improved Piscataway’s record to 6-2 overall and 3-0 ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Eight local non-profit organizations received awards through the Hillsborough Rewards Program at the Oct. 14 Township Committee meeting. Representatives from each organization were present to accept ceremonial checks presented by Mayor John Ciccarelli. The 2025 grant recipients ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Bridgewater Township has released an update on the trees cut down at Washington Valley Park, noting that more than 300 trees were cut down, as opposed to the 34 the township was originally told.Somerset County had announced a five-point plan with projects around the county, ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - MayorJohn Ciccarelli presented the Hillsborough Maharaja Club a proclamation recognizing October as Hindu Heritage Month at the Oct. 14th Township Committee meeting.Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world, with millions of followers in the United States, including ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Effective Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 a.m., the Somerville Police Department will begin operating out of its new location at the Emergency Services Facility, located at 85 North Gaston Ave.Police services will be conducted from the new facility starting on the above date and time. This ...
CAMDEN, NJ – New Jersey's public schools must include historically accurate and culturally relevant instruction in Latino and Hispanic history from kindergarten through grade 12, according to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy earlier this week.The Latino population in New Jersey surged 27% between ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ -Mayor John Ciccarelli appointed longtime Hillsborough resident Gregory Gillette to the volunteer role of Local Historian at the Oct. 14 Committee meeting and community leader Vivek Rao, another longtime resident, was appointed to the volunteer role of Community Engagement ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Favorite son Paul Robeson comes to life in a special presentation of songs and words at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Somerville on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m.Paul Robeson: Songs of Faith and Service will be presented by acclaimed baritone vocalist Keith Spencer. The event is part ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald and Somerset CountyProsecutor’s Office Chief of Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., invite the community to join law enforcement in spreading the word to family, friends and co-workers regarding the Do Not Disturb While Driving Day observed ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The Somerset County Division of Solid Waste Management will host a free household hazardous drop off for residents on Saturday, Oct. 18 at the South County Public Works Garage, located at 410 Roycefield Road. The drive-up event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. If ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ- As of Wednesday, Oct. 15, all county government employees will begin using a .gov email address – with the new email addresses now ending in @SomersetCountyNJ.gov. Somerset County previously moved their governmental website to a .gov domain in March 2025, and will now be ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School (SCVTHS) will hold its 19th Annual Open House from 9 a.m. –noon on Saturday, Oct. 18. During the event, faculty, staff, and current students will be available to answer questions, give tours, and provide information on each ...