Township Council Gives Conditional Support To ‘Performance Gazebo’ Idea
An idea to place a “performance gazebo” on township property next to the library’s main branch was given conditional support July 11 by the Township Council. The gazebo would be donated to the township, but paid for by private donations and managed by the Franklin Township Cultural Arts Council. Council members were told about the […]
Police Log: July 7–4, 2017
July 4 Grace Proctor of Franklin Park was cited for careless driving after her car rear-ended one on Easton Avenue driven by Timothy Hagerty of New Brunswick. July 5 Jean Cseke of Somerset was driving down Hamilton Street when, she said, a car driven by Hilda Ngangmuta of Somerset turned in front of hers and […]
In Your Opinion: Thanks To Rotor Clip For Lady Warriors Billboard Ad
By Tom Lewis, Somerset. They say a man of character will do the right thing even when no ones knows. I’m sure there is such an individual behind this but I don’t know who it is to thank. So I’ll to do the next best and thank his company, Rotor Clip! The other night as […]
In Your Opinion: FHS: A Great And Successful Educational Experience
By John Felix. Friday, June 16th 2017 was a bitter-sweet day for me and my family! The day was a culmination of 12 years of active engagement with the Franklin Township schools, and particularly during the past four years as a parent of a Franklin High School student. Like many families, FHS was a place […]
Life Story: Margaret Rae Reynolds, 66; FHS Class Of ’69
Margaret Rae Reynolds passed away in her home unexpectedly on Thursday, July 6, 2017. Marge (some knew her as Margie) resided in Port Saint Lucie Florida since 2008. She had previously been a long-time resident of Mount Laurel, New Jersey and lived in other New Jersey towns (such as Franklin, where she attended Franklin high […]
Flemington BMW To Hold Technology In Action Event
Submitted by Flemington BMW. Get a glimpse at the technology that makes BMW the Ultimate Driving Machine! Join the experts at Flemington BMW on Route 202/31, Flemington, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 22 for a special Technology in Action event. Participate in free demonstrations that will highlight the innovations in the latest BMW […]
Reduction In Time For Firearms Hunting In Preserves Approved By Township Council
A proposal to reduce the amount of time hunting is allowed on two township nature preserves this year was adopted July 11 by the Township Council. As a result of the vote, hunters using firearms on the Negri Nepote Native Grassland Preserve and the Griggstown Native Grassland Preserve/Bunker Hill Environmental Center will be restricted to […]
Life Story: Nicandro ‘Nick’ Ventura, 66; Longtime St. Matthias Parishioner
Nicandro “Nick” Ventura passed away at his home in Somerset on July 9 at the age of 66. Nick is survived by his loving wife Menchie of 41 years. Nick is lovingly remembered by his wife Menchie; his daughter Kathleen and her husband Mannix; his sons Victor and his wife Tricia, Jacques and his wife […]
In Your Opinion: Cuts To Medicaid Would Devastate Disabled In NJ
By Stephanie A. Pratico. Imagine losing your home, job, and your best friend. Now imagine what would happen if you lost all three, at the same time. Throw in the loss of healthcare for your specialized needs, and it all quickly becomes your worst nightmare. For people with disabilities, under the Medicaid plan proposed in […]
Franklin STARTALK Program Celebrates Language And Culture
By Arnav Tolat. Language and culture were vibrant at the concluding event of the Hindi Sangam Foundation’s STARTALK program July 8 at Franklin High School. The event was attended by students’ families, community members, and distinguished guests including former state Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula, and Dr. YLP, an Indian writer and politician. Students presented dances, films, […]
