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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.

Sculpture Unveiled At TD Bank Ballpark To Honor Steve Kalafer And Sparky Lyle

Bridgewater, NJ- Somerset Patriots Co-Chairmen Jonathan and Josh Kalafer have gifted a sculpture to the team and Somerset County in honor of their father, Chairman Emeritus Steve Kalafer, and Manager Emeritus Sparky Lyle. “It’s such a wonderful opportunity for us to be able to put in a physical being the story of Sparky and dad, how they met, their history, …

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Mayor Kramer Begins Covid ‘Responders’ Recognition

A number of individuals were recognized at the October 27 virtual Township Council meeting. Mayor Phil Kramer took some time during the October 27 virtual Township Council meeting to recognize individuals who helped with the township’s Covid-19 response. Kramer awarded those being recognized with special masks. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth …

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Coronavirus Update: Another Township Resident’s Death Blamed On Virus

Another township resident’s death has been attributed to the coronavirus, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on October 27. In addition, 14 more township residents have tested positive for the virus, according to OEM, the second consecutive day that positive test results have been in the double-digits. There have been 1,737 residents who have tested positive for the virus …

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Coronavirus Update: 13 More Positive Test Results

Another 13 Franklin Township residents have tested positive for the coronavirus, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on October 26. Since mid-March, 1,723 township residents have tested positive for the virus, OEM reported. Of those, 153 have died. Note: These are the latest reported numbers for positive test results and deaths, as of the date indicated. These numbers may …

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Changes in Election Day Polling Places

Coronavirus restrictions have resulted in changes to some in-person polling places for the November 3 election. The changes are as follows: Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin Reporter & Advocate. Period. We are the only truly independent media serving the Eight Villages. But we can only …

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Coronavirus Update: 19 More Positive Test Results Over Weekend

Another 19 Franklin residents have reported testing positive for the coronavirus on October 24 and 25, according to the township Office of Emergency Management. That brings to 1,710 the number of township residents who have tested positive for the virus since mid-March. Of those, 153 have died. Note: These are the latest reported numbers for positive test results and deaths, …

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Entries Sought For Somerset County Photo Contest

Somerset County residents who are amateur or professional photographers are invited to submit entries to the sixth annual “Show Us Somerset County Through Your Camera Lens” photo contest. Cash prizes are offered in the contest, the submission deadline of which is November 30. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented …

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Applications Available For ‘Spirit Of Community’ Awards For Students

Students in grades 5-12 are invited to apply for scholarships and national recognition through the 2021 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Students who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteering within the past 12 months — virtually or otherwise – can apply at http://spirit.prudential.com.  Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of …

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Township Resident Wins PR Organization Scholarship

Camryn Hadley. (Photo: PRSA NJ). A college student from Somerset recently won the 2020 Public Relations Society of America-NJ Future Public Relations Professional of the Year scholarship. Camryn Hadley, a Rowan University senior majoring in public relations/advertising, was given the award at the virtual PRSA NJ 31st Annual Pyramid Awards. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township …

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FHS PTSO Conducting Shoe Drive For Student Programs

The Franklin Township High School PTSO is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser through November 30 to raise funds for student events. Gently worn, used and new shoes can be left at Franklin High School in the rear of the building across from the football field. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of …

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