Hillsborough Top Stories
By ROD HIRSCH
April 4, 2026
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Members of the Hillsborough Police Department invite the community, young and old, to join them for a hearty breakfast at the Star Diner, on Sunday, April 19, from 9-11 a.m.Police make every effort to engage with the community at other high-profile events during the year, ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots defeated the Portland Sea Dogs by a score of 18-2 on Opening Night of the 2026 season at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, NJ on Friday night. The 18 runs were the second-most in Somerset Double-A franchise history, trailing only the 22 runs scored on 8/18/23 ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Hillsborough Township’s 250th Anniversary Planning Team is preparing for the town’s Semiquincentennial celebration, marking a milestone in both local and national history.“We’re going to turn the town red, white, and blue to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary,” said Deputy ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – To kick off Spring, a group of dedicated Agricultural Science students and staff at Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) took some time to clean up around the school’s Bridgewater campus.Students joined Agricultural Science instructor Erik Fargo and ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted Monday on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...
BRIDGEWATERM, NJ - The New York Yankees have announced the 2026 break camp roster for the Double-A Somerset Patriots, highlighted by six of the organization’s top 30 prospects led by No. 1 prospect INF George Lombard Jr. Lombard Jr., MLB’s No. 31 overall ranked prospect, returns to Somerset ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA)’s Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign reminds drivers of the deadly risks.and legal consequences, including fines of texting and messaging while behind the wheel. Law enforcement ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted Monday on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Hundreds of protestors packed the lawn in front of the Somerset County Courthouse Saturday to voice their frustration and anger with President Trump and his administration, hoisting homemade signs listing a variety of grievances.A smaller group of staunch Trump supporters, ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald has replaced Chief of Detectives Francisco Roman with Deputy Chief Meredith McKay following Roman's arrest for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and careless driving on East Main Street early Saturday morning, ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Today, if you use the words Hillsborough and bypass in the same sentence, there is no confusion as to what you are talking about. The Route 206 Bypass and its associated widening projects were firstplanned in the 1970s and are still underway today, with construction between ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ– Members of The Empathy Equality Entrepreneurship Mission (TEEEM) club at Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) recently attended the TEEEM Mid-Year Workshop held at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Madison campus. SCVTHS students Ariana Jain of Hillsborough, ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - General George Washington, portrayed by re-enactor Dave Emerson of Visitors on the Hoof — will visit Mannion's Pub, 150 West Main St. Sunday, March 29 from noon-1 p.m.“George Washington: In High Spirits” is the first of several presentations in downtown Somerville featuring ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — Residents visiting the Mercer Street playground this week may have noticed a new addition to the landscape on Tuesday: a brand-new sign and a brand-new Governor.In what local officials call a "vendor error" a recently erected sign at the park mistakenly identified New Jersey ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Police Chief Michael McMahon has announced that Officer John Johnson and Officer David Chehade have been selected as the 2025 Top Cop Award recipients.The Hillsborough Township Police Department continues its program aimed at recognizing the performance of its top-rated officers.
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A protest rally organized by Somerset County Indivisible in opposition of President Trump will be held at the Historic Somerset County Courthouse Saturday, followed by a march through downtown Somerville.The “No Kings” event will be one of 50 in New Jersey, and 3,000 nationwide.The ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township Committee voted unanimously at its March 24 meeting to approve an ordinance that will permanently protect approximately 430 acres of land near Hamilton and Amwell Roads. By authorizing the sale of a farmland preservation development easement to the New Jersey State ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Township Police corporal and Army veteran Frank Polizzi will lead Hillsborough’s 2026 Memorial Day ceremony on May 23rd, as the Grand Marshal of the parade.Mayor Catherine Payne made the announcement at the March 24th Township Committee meeting.Polizzi served in the United States ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Day or night, the concourse at TD Bank Ballpark is normally crowded with fans who've come to watch the Somerset Patriots play ball, but on Tuesday, the concourse was filled with flowers, outdoor plants and potted trees in celebration of Horticultural Therapy Week. “A Walk In The ...
TRENTON . NJ – The Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee has advanced legislation sponsored by Senator James Beach, Senator Andrew Zwicker, and Senate President Nick Scutari that would make it easier to vote by removing common barriers to ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township Committee is expected to vote Tuesday night on an ordinance that would permanently protect approximately 430 acres of land near Hamilton and Amwell Roads. The public is invited to attend the 7:30 p.m. at the municipal building. All ordinance details are available on ...
TRENTON, NJ — The state Assembly has passed legislation that would require the Division of Travel and Tourism to develop and maintain an interactive website highlighting New Jersey’s historic sites and historic districts, including historical and cultural roadside markers.Under bill A2388, the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives was arrested Friday night by borough police and faces multiple charges of (1) operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor or drugs and (2) careless driving likely to endanger person or property.Francisco ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ -The main entrance to the Peter Biondi municipal building will be closed for two weeks beginning Monday, March 23 during construction.Access to municipal offices and the township library will be through alternate entrances during daytime hours and for night meetings.Please follow ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...
ROXBURY, NJ — The state and Roxbury Township today filed a lawsuit against the federal government, contending the courts should block the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from converting a Ledgewood warehouse into a detained immigrant processing facility.Roxbury Mayor Shawn PotilloThe ...
BRIDGEWATER NJ– Throughout the month of February, students at Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) engaged in a number of activities to celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. The first week of the month was SkillsUSA Week. Every student who attends SCVTHS is ...
TRENTON, NJ — As prescription drug prices continue to rise, the need for stronger oversight and accountability in the pharmaceutical supply chain has never been greater according to Assemblyman Roy Freiman. On Thursday, the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee advanced the ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ — Residents across Somerset County, particularly in and around Bedminster, may notice increased law enforcement activity next week as federal and local agencies conduct scheduled training exercises.The U.S. Secret Service, in coordination with local law enforcement, will hold ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ –Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) students continued their tradition of supporting members of the Armed Services by sending care packages to bases overseas and helping wounded veterans here at home. The efforts were spearheaded by SCVTHS students Deeksha ...