Stefano “Steven” Patti, of Somerset passed away on August 29th at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. He was 80. Born in Ribera, Sicily, he immigrated to the United States in 1971, settling in Staten Island, New York before moving to Somerset in 1982. Steven owned Alfredo’s Restaurant on Easton Avenue in Somerset for many years before …

Another trio of Franklin residents have tested positive for the coronavirus, the township Office of Emergency Management reported on September 2. That brings to 1,463 the number of township residents who have tested positive for the virus since mid-March, OEM reported. The number of township residents whose deaths have been attributed to the virus remains steady at 138, OEM reported. …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …