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Bill Bowman

Bill Bowman is an award-winning, 40-year veteran of community news. He has written for weekly and daily newspapers, and state, national and international magazines. His investigations have resulted in the first-in-the-nation state program to purchase thermal imaging cameras for all NJ fire departments and fire academies, the halting of a massive land development deal marred by influence peddling, and the creation of a web-based database charting violations against New Jersey senior-citizen facilities.

Township Road Improvement Update

The Township Department of Public Works has released the latest update to the 2024 road improvement program. New Brunswick Rd ( Willow to DeMott) – NEW BRUNSWICK RD FROM WILLOW TO DEMOTT TO BE CLOSED FOR PAVING 12/9/24 Milling in progress- Paving to start Monday 12/9/24 to 12/11/24. Weather Permitting Home, Ambrose and Dunbar St’s Resurfacing -Concrete work in progress. …

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Somerset Man Among Seven Charged In ‘Operation RU Pharm’

A 20-year-old Somerset man was one of seven people recently charged with operating an online drug supermarket available exclusively to Rutgers University students. Dubbed “Operation RU Pharm,” the months long investigation involved a number of law enforcement agencies, according to a press release from the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office. Police say the group’s leader – a 23-year-old North Brunswick resident …

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 Town Hall Meeting On Opioid Settlement Fund Usage Set

A Town Hall meeting to discuss how the Township will use it’s share of the $1 billion opioid settlement money is set for 7 p.m. December 18 in the Franklin Township Council Chamber, 475 DeMott Lane. Township officials are inviting residents to come and give their opinions on how the money should be used to fight opioid addiction. Special guests …

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Elizabeth Avenue School Unveils Marquee

RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY – Elizabeth Avenue School principal Greg Romero cuts the red ribbon in front of the school’s new marquee. A dream about five years in the making finally came to fruition on December 3, with the “ribbon-cutting” of the new Elizabeth Avenue School’s marquee. Under the watchful eyes of students, staff and parents who helped with the fundraising, principal …

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Free Holiday Concert At Sampson G. Smith School

A free holiday concert featuring the Franklin Township Community Band and the Franklin High School Madrigal Singers is set for 7 p.m. December 13. The concert, sponsored by the Franklin Township Cultural Arts Council and the Franklin Township Chamber of Commerce, will be held at Franklin Middle School – Sampson G. Smith campus, 1649 Amwell Road. Franklin High School student …

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East Millstone Ushers In Holiday Season With Tree Lighting

The annual East Millstone Tree Lighting was held on a very chilly December 1 evening. More than 50 people showed up to witness the lighting and the rest of the traditional ceremony, which was emceed by MVFD Deputy Chief DJ Coppola. Here’s the tree lighting: The poem, “The Night Before Christmas” was read by members of the East Millstone First …

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Warriors On The Academic Move

Ryan Enright of Somerset, a member of the Lebanon Valley College football team, was named to D3football.com’s Team of the Week for the week ending Sept. 15. Enright picked off two passes and had four total tackles to lead the LVC defense in a 37-7 victory over Stevenson. He intercepted passes on back-to-back Stevenson drives in the second quarter that …

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Warriors 4 Life Seeks To Boost Local Businesses With ‘I Love Franklin’ Observance

TALKING OLD TIMES – FHS alumni Nicholas Solomon, Daryn Plummer, and Rebekah Solomon share a laugh during the All Class Reunion November 29 at the Delta by Marriott Hotel. The November 29 gathering of a group of Franklin High School alumni from varying years at the Delta by Marriott Hotel on Davidson Avenue was more than just a get-together; there …

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Road Work Prompts Partial Road Closure

Road Work Continues – Milling and paving will be done on New Brunswick Road, between DeMott and Cedar Grove lanes, starting December 2. Road work along part of New Brunswick Road will continue on December 2. The road will be closed between DeMott and Cedar Grove lanes for milling and paving, according to a notice from the Township. A detour …

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Assemblyman Joe Danielsen Seeks Winter Clothing Drive Donations For 17th District

The annual Winter Clothing Drive run by state Assemblyman Joe Danielsen kicks off on December 1. Danielsen is seeking donations of clean hats, scarves, mittens, gloves, and socks suitable for children aged 3-16 years. Donations can be dropped off at Danielsen’s legislative office at 334 Elizabeth Avenue. The items will be distributed to children living in the 17th Legislative District …

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