N.J. pets in need: Dec. 19, 2016
Dogs and cats throughout New Jersey are waiting for adoption. Keeping pets safe during the holidays The most wonderful time of the year can also can pose safety concerns for dogs, cats and pets. Corey...
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Pedestrian killed in Route 22 crash in Bridgewater
Marcus Cook, 25, of Bridgewater, was killed Dec. 18, 2016, when he was struck by two vehicles as he was walking on the westbound side of Route 22. BRIDGEWATER -- A township man was killed Sunday night...
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Man gets 8 years for armed robbery of convenience stores
Joseph Amante, 30, of Franklin Township, was the getaway driver in a pair of convenience store armed robberies in Franklin Township, prosecutor's said. SOMERVILLE -- A Franklin Township man was...
View ArticleN.J. father, daughter found guilty of assaulting cops
A Hillsborough Township father and daughter were found guilty of aggravated assault on police on Dec. 19, 2016, following a jury trial in Somerset County Superior Court. SOMERVILLE - A Hillsborough...
View ArticleThe 20 N.J. towns where people make the most money
Here are the top 10 towns that earned the highest median incomes, according to the most recent Census data.
View ArticleWATCH: Ex-N.J. hoops star surprised by brother's return from Afghanistan
Matt Farrell is having an excellent an excellent junior season for Notre Dame. But the Bridgewater native's best moment this year had nothing to do with basketball. Farrell was surprised at the end......
View ArticleTwo N.J. men killed in an early morning head-on crash
The accident occurred at 4:30 a.m. in East Brunswick. EAST BRUNSWICK - Two men were killed early Tuesday morning in a head-on crash in the township, according to police. The accident occurred at 4:30...
View ArticleNew Somerset County prosecutor confirmed by state
New Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson will oversee new bail reform taking place throughout New Jersey. SOMERVILLE -- New Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson, who took office...
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Trail set for man who allegedly assaulted 1-month-old
William Figueroa, 21, of the Franklin Park section of Franklin Township, is accused of severely injuring his daughter when she wouldn't stop crying, authorities said. SOMERVILLE -- A township father...
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N.J. man killed in motor vehicle crash in Bernards
Township police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on Dec. 16, 2016, in which Matthew Ponzio, 42, of Scotch Plains, was killed. BERNARDS -- Township police are...
View ArticleWATCH: Some notable inventions born in the Garden State
Bet you didn't know these things originated in New Jersey Watch video Most folks know that Thomas Edison, the Wizard of Menlo Park, invented such life-changing things as the incandescent light bulb,...
View ArticleVintage Santa mural of grandfather brings woman to tears
Diane Yoder's grandfather used to dress up at Santa at the W.T. Grant store in Somerville. FLEMINGTON - Diane Yoder is greeted by Santa every morning when she comes to work. And it's not just any...
View ArticleN.J. town to feds: We need $$$ to help guard Trump
If Donald Trump brings his family to Bedminster often during his presidency, security costs could soar for local law enforcement. BEDMINSTER TWP. - If Donald Trump visits his golf club in Somerset...
View ArticleMan found not guilty of first-degree attempted murder
A jury has found William P. Lewis, 45, of Middlesex, not guilty of all charges, included first-degree attempted murder, in connection with an assault that happened in 2015. SOMERVILLE -- A jury has...
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Ring in 2017 with group dog walk
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP -- The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable will host its annual New Year's "Meet New Friends" dog walk on January 1 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The walk provides individuals the chance to...
View ArticleMontgomery names first police director in almost a decade
For the first time in almost a decade, Montgomery Township has appointed a new police director. MONTGOMERY TWP. - For the first time in almost a decade, the township has appointed a new police...
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Vintage photos of celebrating Christmas in N.J.
It seems that these days Christmas traditions are starting before we even purchase Halloween candy. The Christmas season seams to start earlier and earlier every year. By "starts," I mean retailers...
View ArticleWhy this stretch of Route 22 in N.J. is so deadly
Since 2011, there have been seven fatalities on a stretch of Route 22 in Bridgewater, including three in the past five months. BRIDGEWATER -- The state Department of Transportation and Somerset County...
View ArticleThe 13 most bizarre New Jersey crimes in 2016
New Jersey saw its share of bizarre police reports this year.
View ArticleMove to add 20 N.J. judges was long overdue | Editorial
New Jersey lawmakers quietly moved toward adequately staffing courts, with the Senate approving a bipartisan measure Dec. 19, 2016, to add 20 new judges. On its official web page, the New Jersey court...
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