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On table in NJ: Using sales tax to preserve land
New Jersey voters have agreed 13 times to allow the state to borrow money to buy land for preservation.
Somerville man, found dead in Spruce Run Reservoir, remembered as 'Mr. Fun Guy'
Trooper shows the divers where to look for the body of a missing Somerville man found in Spruce Run Reservoir in Union Thursday morning.
Retiring Bridgewater superintendent: I never regretted coming to this district
BRIDGEWATER - After six years at the helm of Bridgewater-Raritan schools, Superintendent Michael Schilder officially announced his plans to retire from the district Monday night.
BOE to Begin Hiring Process for New Superintendent
The board of education is preparing its plans for hiring a new superintendent after Superintendent of Schools Michael Schilder officially announced his retirement , effective Aug.
Woman hit by train, charged with trespassing, NJ Transit confirms
RARITAN - NJ Transit has identified the woman found injured near the Raritan train station Sunday morning and has cited her for trespassing, a spokeswoman said.
Disabled mall guard fired after Muslim veil dispute still seeks reinstatement, compensation
BRIDGEWATER - A Raritan man who lost his job as a security guard at Bridgewater Commons after asking a Muslim woman to remove a face-covering scarf is still underemployed and under-rewarded as his lawsuit progresses, his attorney said.
Raritan River Duck Race mascot splashes at Patriots season opener
The Raritan Riverfest duck mascot , who pitched the Riverfest and Rubber Duck Race on opening day of the Somerset Patriots baseball season, is seen with team owner, Steve Kalifer.
House crashers in Seaside Park land in county jail
A weekend visit that included two house crashes, drinking and destruction, has landed four people in Ocean County Jail, according to borough police.
Ridge Boys Lacrosse Senior Night on Saturday
The Ridge High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse team will be hosting Glen Ridge for Senior Night at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Lee turf field behind the high school at 268 S. Finley Avenue.
Pet therapy team named Somerset Medical Center Volunteers of the Year
SOMERVILLE - The Somerset Medical center has honored Chuck Ellman of Bedminster and his pet therapy dog Banjo with its Alex Nilo Award for Volunteer Excellence.
Fingerprint Ties Easton Man to NJ Heist, Police Say
An Easton man has been jailed for allegedly taking part in a violent robbery at a New Jersey motel.
CN Girls Lacrosse: Bridgewater-Raritan knocks off South Brunswick
Bridgewater-Raritan 11, South Brunswick 8: LeAnn Bak recorded a hat trick and three others chipped in two goals apiece for Bridgewater-Raritan . Dayle Paustian, Tracey Rusen and Rachel Yaney clicked twice for the Panthers.
Glimpse of History: Reaching for the sky in Somerville
SOMERVILLE - The Somerville Fire Department draws a crowd on Main Street in Somerville as it demonstrates a new ladder truck in this vintage photo.
Bridgewater-Raritan hires interim band teacher to replace director allegedly targeted for suspension
Suspended Bridgewater-Raritan Regional High School band instructor Larry Markiewicz conducts the Raritan Valley Symphonic Band in this 2009 file photo.
Flemington-Raritan honors New Jersey Governor's Teacher Recognition award recipients
On April 22, the Flemington-Raritan Board of Education recognized this year's recipients of the 2013 New Jersey Governor's Teacher Recognition award, representing the school district.