Eugene Thompson, 74, passed away suddenly on July 12 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Somerville. Gene was born July 7, 1946 in Paterson. He lived in Vernon before eventually settling in Somerset, where he lived for 19 years. Gene was a master plumber for over 50 years. He loved keeping busy with new projects; but relaxing in his …

The first 182 members of the Franklin High School Class of 2020 graduated July 13, although not in the manner they envisioned last September. Coronavirus concerns nearly scotched any semblance of a traditional graduation; district and school officials initially crafted a “virtual” ceremony with no “in-person” component. But Gov. Phil Murphy’s recent Executive Orders allowing for larger outdoor gatherings than …

Gregory Dolphin, 48, passed away on July 9. Gregory was born September 27, 1971 in New Brunswick, the son of William and Patricia (Clemis) Dolphin. He was raised in Somerset and lived there for many years, before relocating to West Orange. Gregory attended Somerset County VoTec, where he obtained the skill to repair cars and trucks. He owned and operated …

Two more Franklin Township residents have tested positive for the coronavirus, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on July 13. There were no new deaths reported by OEM on July 13. There have been 1,332 township residents who have tested positive for the virus since mid-March. The number of township resident deaths attributed to the virus stands at 132. …

Five more township residents tested positive for the coronavirus and one more died from it over the weekend, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on July 12. There are now 1,330 township residents who have tested positive for the virus, and 132 residents whose deaths have been attributed to the virus since mid-March, OEM reported. Note: These are the …

Cedar Crest College celebrated the Class of 2020 virtually this year by providing students with a message from President Elizabeth Meade, posting online pictures, and creating a website dedicated to the graduates. The website can be found by visiting: https://www.cedarcrest.edu/may9/index.shtm. Hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students graduated. Marissa Madson, of Somerset, graduated with a degree in Theatre. Ithaca College student Danielle …

Another nine Franklin Township residents tested positive for the coronavirus in the preceding 24 hours, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on July 10. There were no new deaths of Franklin residents attributed to the virus in that time, OEM reported. The new test results bring to 1,325 the number of township residents that have tested positive for the …

Bridgewater, NJ – The Somerset Patriots have announced the next movie to play at TD Bank Ballpark as part of the Summer Movie Series with seating on the field will be Spies In Disguise on Thursday, July 23rd. The animated film released on Christmas in 2019 features the voices of superstars Will Smith and Tom Holland. Spies In Disguise will …

The number of township residents who have tested positive for the coronavirus has increased by two, the township Office of Emergency Management reported July 9. There are now 1,316 Franklin residents who have tested positive for the virus since mid-March, OEM reported. The number of Franklin residents whose deaths have been attributed to the virus holds steady at 131, OEM …

Bridgewater, NJ- The Somerset Patriots have announced the rosters for the SOMERSET Professional Baseball Series. The brand new, 12-game series is scheduled to begin Friday, July 17th and will feature two team: the Somerset Patriots and the New Jersey Blasters. The two teams will play against each other every Friday and Saturday night at TD Bank Ballpark from July 17th …