Photos with Santa event to benefit Humane Society
NORTH PLAINFIELDĀ ā Proceeds from a "Pictures with Santa" event, which will be held Nov. 22 from noon to 4 p.m. at Best Friends Pet Care, will go to the care of animals at the Plainfield Area Humane...
View ArticleN.J. plastic surgeon evaded taxes on $5.8M, bought homes, artwork, clothing
David Evdokimow of Harding, who practices in Basking Ridge, deprived the U.S. of nearly $3 million in tax revenue, according to the U.S. Attorney A federal jury found a plastic surgeon from Morris...
View ArticleDrug challenges facing youth addressed in conference
Professionals gathered Nov. 12 to hear presentations intended to help children navigate safely through adolescence. Experts onĀ drug policy, substance abuse prevention and treatment, and law...
View Article3 men indicted for conspiring to use a fake gun to rob a man
The three men allegedly knew the man had more than 50 grams of marijuana in his possession. Montgomery police uncovered a conspiracy by three men to rob a man of more than 50 grams of marijuana...
View ArticleIt's time to take this week's NJ.com News Quiz
Chris Christie, porn stars and local gun shops all made this week's quiz NJ.com's weekly news quiz is designed so you can show off just how well you know New Jersey news. Answer the questions below...
View ArticleWoman with 2 N.J. addresses found after probation violation
With addresses in both Whitehouse Station and Branchburg, Kimberly A Vandergrift, 30, was located by Hunterdon County Sheriff's Detectives and arrested on a violation of probation warrant Ā Kimberly...
View ArticleDog needed eye surgery and now needs a home
BRIDGEWATERĀ ā Prima Donna is an 8-year-old pit bull mix at the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter. She was surrendered when her owner's new landlord would not allow her to stay in the apartment. Prima...
View ArticleN.J. rainfall totals: See how much fell near you Thursday
How much rain fell across the Garden State on Thursday? Check our map to see the answer. Weather forecasters were pretty much on target in the predictions they made before Thursday's cold front swept...
View ArticleRaritan Valley CC closed because of power outage
All classes are cancelled for the rest of the day. The Ray Bateman Center for Student Life and Leadership at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg. (File photo) Bill Wichert | NJ Advance...
View ArticleParents who abducted son sentenced to 5 years probation
The parents blamed their actions on drug abuse and will enter drug court. GREEN BROOK -- Expressing remorse and blaming their actions on drug abuse, the Neptune City couple who admitted abducting...
View ArticleSon of ex-Giant Brad Benson faces trial in alleged hit-and-run crash
Clint Benson, who is out on bail, is charged with aggravated assault, assault by auto, endangering an injured victim and weapons offenses SOMERVILLE -- A tentative trial date of April 2016 has been...
View ArticleMassage therapist accused of sexually assaulting client faces retrial
In October, a mistrial was declared when jurors couldn't reach a unanimous decision in the case. SOMERVILLE -- The prosecution has decided to proceed with a retrial for a massage therapist accused of...
View ArticleTip leads to huge cocaine, heroin bust, 2 arrests in Franklin
Authorities were tipped off that the defendants had a large quantity of drugs. The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Organized Crime and Narcotics Task Force made the drug bust. (File photo)...
View ArticleSimulated overnight emergency exercise held for disabled
Hillsborough Municipal Complex host exercise to care for disabled in the event of an emergency. HILLSBOROUGH -- Taking steps to ensure that those with disabilities are cared for during a disaster, the...
View ArticleGroup alleges demolition of Duke Farms mansion has begun without permit
Duke Farms Foundation says it is just removing antiques in preparation for the demolition. Watch video HILLSBOROUGH -- Responding to a press release on Sunday afternoon from a group opposing the...
View ArticleFormer Franklin vice principal dies after jumping from Palisades cliffs
The body of John Norton was recovered below the State Line Lookout area near the New York border, according to police ALPINE -A former Franklin elementary school administrator died after jumping from...
View ArticleWhistle-blowing cop accuses police department of retaliation, files suit
Bedminster Township police officer said fellow officer targeted minorities, lied to judge and sniffed the underwear of a juvenile. Bedminster Township police officer Kyle Pirog BEDMINSTER -- A...
View ArticleRobert Wise chosen as chair of Raritan Valley Community College board
Wise was elected to a one-year term during the board's re-organization meeting, held at the college's Branchburg campus. Robert P. WiseStaff | NJ Advance Media for NJ.comĀ Robert P. Wise of Clinton...
View ArticleRaritan Valley Communty College to hold annual Holiday Art Show, Sale
Gallery hours for the sale are noon-8 p.m. Dec. 1-4 and noon-6 p.m. Dec. 7. Raritan Valley Community College's Visual and Performing Arts Department will present its annual Holiday Art Show and Sale,...
View ArticleMoscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker coming to RVCC
Moscow Ballet's The Great Russian Nutcracker is a Christmas tradition for the entire family. This popular production features a company of 40 world-class Russian artists who bring the charming...
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