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Commemorative Plaque Unveiled At Franklin Township Youth Center

Commemorative Plaque Unveiled At Franklin Township Youth Center

Supporters of the Franklin Township Youth Center gathered at the Lewis Street facility on October 19 for the unveiling of a commemorative plaque. The plaque lists the names of the people responsible for bringing the center to fruition. The center, which was dedicated on May 14, 2022, recently celebrated its 1-year anniversary. Township Councilwoman Kimberly […]

FTPD ‘Tuesday Night Talk’ Focuses On Psychological Security In Wake Of War

FTPD ‘Tuesday Night Talk’ Focuses On Psychological Security In Wake Of War

Religious, political and law enforcement leaders were brought together online October 17 for an installment of the FTPD’s Tuesday Night Talks, this one dealing with security in the wake of the Israeli-Hamas war. Hosted by Township Public Safety Director Quovella Maeweather, the roughly hour-long conversation touched more on the psychological aspect of safety, rather than […]

Rabbi Calls For Peace, Mercy, In Wake Of Hamas Terrorist Attack In Israel

Rabbi Calls For Peace, Mercy, In Wake Of Hamas Terrorist Attack In Israel

The Rabbi of Temple Beth El on Hamilton Street told his congregation that hatred of all Palestinians is not the productive response to the terror attacks carried out in Israel over the weekend by a Palestinian-linked terrorist group. Rabbi Eli Garfinkel told his congregation and visitors during a special Vigil for Israel that while justice […]

Township Council Commends Young Kingston Historian

Township Council Commends Young Kingston Historian

A 14-year-old Kingston historian was commended October 10 by the Township Council for his work in creating a book about the history of his home town. Marcus McParland was an 8th Grader at the Ying Hua International School in Kingston when he started the project in October 2022 as a class project. The book was […]

Runners, Walkers Brave Weather To Raise Money For Sister2Sister

Runners, Walkers Brave Weather To Raise Money For Sister2Sister

More than 100 runners and walkers showed up at Colonial Park on a rainy October 7 morning determined to accomplish what they signed up to do: raise money for the Sister2Sister organization and help women suffering from breast cancer. This was the 18th running of the organization’s Run/Walk 4 Life, which is always held on […]

Blessing Of The Animals Held At Animal Shelter

Blessing Of The Animals Held At Animal Shelter

About a dozen animals were brought by their owners September 30 to the township Animal Shelter for the annual St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals. The ceremony was conducted by The Rev. Joanna Hollis, rector of Christ Church in New Brunswick, and The Rev. D. Scott Russell, chaplain of The Canterbury House Episcopal Chapel, […]

Assemblyman Danielsen Distributes More Than 900 Backpacks To Students

Assemblyman Danielsen Distributes More Than 900 Backpacks To Students

More than 900 backpacks containing school supplies were recently donated to children in need across the 17th Legislative District by state Assemblyman Joe Danielsen. Danielsen has conducted annual backpack drives for a number of years. Throughout the summer, the Assemblyman’s office has collected supplies including backpacks, colored pencils, hand sanitizer, highlighters, pencil cases/pouches, pens, folders, […]

FR&A Photo Galleries: Busy Weekend In The Eight Villages

FR&A Photo Galleries: Busy Weekend In The Eight Villages

There were several events on September 15 and 16 in the township. On September 15, a group of residents led by Bob LaCorte formally opened a “Little Free Library” at the Quailbrook Playground Park on New Brunswick Road. The library is the first of several LaCorte said he would like to erect in Franklin: On […]

Still Time To Register For Prostate Cancer Awareness Bike-A-Thon

Still Time To Register For Prostate Cancer Awareness Bike-A-Thon

The RCDCU Bike-a-Thon for prostate cancer awareness is set to kick off on September 16, but there is still time to register. The ride, now in its 16th year, features a 3-mile walk/ride, and 10-, 30-, and 50-mile tours. The event starts at 8 a.m. at the Franklin Township Community/Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, at […]

Man Who Saved Toddlers After Car Accident Honored At Township Council Meeting

Man Who Saved Toddlers After Car Accident Honored At Township Council Meeting

A township resident who rescued two toddlers from an overturned car after an accident was commended by the Mayor and Township Council at the Council’s September 12 meeting. Daniel Pierson rushed to the overturned SUV following an accident on Cedar Grove Lane, found the toddlers in car seats, and freed them. “Many of you may […]