Sweet, affectionate, and playful…that’s Syrus! He is 9 years young and was surrendered to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter post-neuter when he developed separation anxiety and related destructive behaviors after the surgery. Syrus would do best in a home where he is not left alone for any extended period of time. He loves attention and being around people, and could …
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We have kittens! They are of varying colors, ages, and sizes. We have males and females of the adorable variety. All are ready to go to their fur-ever homes! Please be aware that since all kittens are spayed or neutered prior to adoption, the smallest kittens we have available are at least 2 pounds and at least 9 weeks old. …
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Meet Hamper Kitty! She is between 7-9 years of age and was found abandoned on the side of the road in a hamper during a snowstorm. There are times when she enjoys being petted, but she also needs you to know that she is an independent thinker and sometimes there’s some serious catitude beneath the pretty exterior. Hamper Kitty can …
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My name is Skully and I’m around 2-3 years of age. I was surrendered to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter because my owners could no longer care for me. I am confident and independent, and I truly believe that I’m the boss of the house. I want you to know that my lack of a tail does not detract from …
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WANTED: A FOREVER HOME! Pretty, long-haired Giselle is a shy kitty who came to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter as a stray with her kittens in tow. She raised them and they have since been adopted…now it’s her turn! Giselle does need a quiet home that can shower her with love and affection. She enjoys being petted and getting head …
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Shubi-doobie-do! My name is Shubi and I’m a handsome guy who is around 4 years old. I was surrendered to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter when my previous owners moved away. I’m the type of cat who needs to choose you as my person. I’m not overly fond of being handled, but I’ll be happy to find the right companion …
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A 28-year-old Somerset man was among two who were charged in August with the July murder of a township man. The man was arrested on August 25, after a two-month investigation into the shooting death of 27-year-old Raphael Edwards of Village Drive, according to a press release from the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office. Police also arrested a 29-year-old New Brunswick …
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Zahir Baksh, 61, of Somerset, passed away August 30 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick. Born in Georgetown, Guyana he migrated to the United States in 1977 settling first in New Brunswick, then Piscataway before moving to Somerset 18 years ago. Zahir worked as an Underground Construction Supervisor for PSE&G – Somerset for 36 years, retiring six years …
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Bridgewater, NJ- The Somerset Patriots have announced that “A Night Of Comedy” with Sam Morril, Jared Freid, and Joe List will take place at TD Bank Ballpark on Monday, September 7th at 7:00 pm. Seating for the event will take place socially distanced on the playing field. Tickets for the event are $15 each and are only available in pods …
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The number of Franklin Township residents who have tested positive for the coronavirus since mid-March inched up by one, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on September 1. There are now 1,460 township residents who have tested positive over the last five-plus months, while the deaths of 138 Franklin residents have been attributed to the virus. Note: These are …
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