2nd Navy ship to be named for N.J. war hero John Basilone
The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer will be the second ship named for Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone, a Raritan native. SOMERSET -- A Navy ship will soon bear the name of John Basilone, a local New Jersey...
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N.J. woman stole $89K in credit card scheme, cops say
Veronica Cardoza, 37, of Perth Amboy, has been charged after allegedly fraudulently crediting more than $89,000 to the credit cards of family and friends. FRANKLIN -- A Perth Amboy woman who worked...
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Severe thunderstorms moving toward N.J., prompting storm watch for 10 counties
Strong winds and heavy downpours could be generated by some of the storms that are expected to move across the Garden State Tuesday evening. UPDATE: As of 9 p.m., the severe thunderstorm watch has...
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8 major Somerset County crimes and where they stand
There are at least eight crimes in Somerset County that remain under investigation or are winding their way through the courts. Watch video With the state Appellate Division's decision last month to...
View ArticleNo place for cursive writing in today's digital world | Editorial
A bill requiring every school district to teach reading and writing in cursive as part of the elementary school curriculum provides no skills to help today's youth prepare for the today's digital...
View ArticleN.J. town closes library to cut down 100-year-old white oak tree
Tree was threatening to fall on the library after it split in half during a recent storm. WATCHUNG -- The Somerset County Library System's Watchung branch was closed Wednesday for the removal of a...
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N.J. town asks residents if they want bus service to NYC
Bus service into New York City would be made available if enough residents want it. BRIDGEWATER -- As part of the Bus Commuter Park and Ride project, the township is asking residents to complete a...
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Teen wanted in gunpoint carjacking extradited from PA, officials say
Teen had eluded police for two weeks. Cody Masiello (Somerset County Prosecutor's Office) BRIDGEWATER -- A teen who was the subject of a manhunt after allegedly taking part in carjacking a man at...
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Vintage photos of New Jerseyans engaged in 'dicey' activities
Building forts deep in the woods, climbing fences and roughhousing on the school playground were activities I'm glad I experienced. Each time I collect photos for this gallery I find myself wary that...
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Same guys who let Duke mansion be razed 'protect' an obscure farmhouse | Di...
Hillsborough Historic Preservation Commission won't let family de-designate their late parent's home Ah, life's little ironies. The same Hillsborough commission that okayed the demolition of the Doris...
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Man admits he brought 14-year-old girl to N.J. hotel for prostitution
The 30-year-old Providence resident will spend at least 10 years in prison A Rhode Island man admits he brought a 14-year-old runaway to a hotel in Somerset County to force her into prostitution. Paul...
View ArticleWhy did they stop paving a chewed-up section of Route 78?
A section of I-78 in central Jersey brought a fifth question from a driver, asking when the pavement will be replaced, after work stopped. Drivers who use a pesky, pot marked section of Route 78 can't...
View ArticleNew, opulent wedding venue is among largest in county
Venue includes capacity for 500 guests in its ballroom and 400 guests in its patio. FRANKLIN -- Tucked in an unassuming location off JFK Boulevard in Somerset is the county's newest wedding venue, The...
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Pharmaceutical giant opening new campus in N.J.
Company wants to consolidate operations for its specialty brands groups. BEDMINSTER -- Pharmaceutical giant Mallinckrodt PLC announced Thursday that it plans to build a new campus in the township for...
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A perfect score is elusive. Can you pull it off this week? Time to see how well you know New Jersey news. Take the quiz below based on the biggest stories of the past week on NJ.com. Once you;re done,...
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'Mellow' mixed breed needs a home
Camilla was rescued from a shelter suffering from demodex, a parasitic infestation. Camilla WARREN -- Camilla is a 1-year-old mixed-breed dog in the care of Rawhide Rescue. Volunteers believe her to...
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Desperate addict accused of robbing bank to get arrested will get help
After receiving money from a bank teller the defendant allegedly took a seat and waited for police. NORTH PLAINFIELD -- Troy Crane threatened to rob a bank, then made a cry for help. Troy Crane...
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A big name chef is raising the game at this just-opened steakhouse
David Drake's arrival at a new steakhouse puts it in a fine dining category that goes beyond meat. Who ever heard of a steakhouse serving gazpacho made with strawberries as well as tomatoes? Enter...
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Glimpse of History: Homespun fun in Bernards Township
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP — Members of Boy Scout Troop 351 in Basking Ridge are shown with their home-built go karts in this photo from the mid-1970s. Aside from the classic clothes of the era, it's quite...
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Couple allegedly assault friend with baseball bat in search for drugs
Man and his female accomplice were allegedly looking for drugs. WARREN -- A township man who allegedly entered a friend's apartment armed with a baseball bat and looking to steal drugs has been...
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