Antonio Benamer of Somerset passed away on October 26 at St. Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick. He was 68. Born in Quezon Province, Philippines, he immigrated to the United States in 1986, settling first in New York City before moving to Hammonton, then Somerset. He worked as a Registered Nurse at the Somerset Woods Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in …

NEW AD – Anthony Brito thanks the Board of Education October 28 after he was named the new Franklin High School Athletic Director. The Board of Education on October 28 picked a seasoned veteran to be the next Franklin High School Athletic Director. Anthony Brito, a 27-year district veteran, previously served as Assistant Athletic Director. Don’t Miss Out! No other …

NEW FPS PRINCIPAL – Angela Pape speaks to the Board of Education October 28 after being named the new principal at Franklin Park Elementary School. Angela Pape was named the new Franklin Park Elementary School principal by the Board of Education at its October 28 meeting. A 13-year veteran of Franklin schools, Pape replaces former FPS principal Jennifer Stein, who …

Township officials are spreading the word about a fraudulent email purporting to be from the Township Planning Board. According to the Township IT department, the email appears to come from “Planning Commission Franklin Township,” with the email Planning-Co.FranklinTownship@usa.com. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin Reporter & …

The Somerset County Board of Commissioners is reminding residents that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits may not be available on Nov. 1 due to the federal governmental shutdown. The state has been notified by the federal government that if the shutdown continues, funding for November SNAP benefits will be delayed, according to the County statement. Don’t Miss Out! No other …

By Edgar Vazquez Molina, School Principal. Franklin Township — Pine Grove Manor School came alive with vibrant colors, music, and community spirit during its annual Hispanic Heritage Night on October 16, an evening dedicated to celebrating the richness and diversity of Hispanic cultures represented within the school community. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the …

By Walter Jackson, Nancy LaCorte, and Ardaman Singh. After a combined 30-plus years serving on the Board of Education and as we prepare to step down, we’re proud to endorse Meher Rafiq, Jennifer Welch, and Clara Wilson. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin Reporter & Advocate. …

Somerset County senior centers will celebrate Family Caregiver Month in November. During the month of November, Somerset County is recognizing the selfless work and commitment of caregivers. Caregivers work behind the scenes to provide day-to-day and often 24-hour support to individuals and families that need specialized care. The role of caregiver is not only limited to doctors, nurses, and other medical staff. …

UNDER CONSIDERATION – The Eagle HD Portable Bariatric Power Wheelchair is one of three mobility devices under consideration for purchase by the County Parks Commission. The Somerset County Park Commission is looking for the public’s input on the planned purchase of an all-terrain wheelchair or other power-driven mobility device. The device would be used to help visitors enjoy trails and other …

BRONZE CERTIFICATION – SCVTHS received a plaque honoring the school’s Bronze Certification from Sustainable Jersey for Schools during the New Jersey School Boards Association Workshop. Pictured are (l-r), Randall Solomon, Executive Director, Sustainable Jersey; SCVTHS Superintendent Robert Presuto; SCVTHS Science Instructor Shannon Pisani; SCVTHS Special Education Instructor Mary Kreiss-Papalski; and. Caroline Ehrlich, Chair & Certification Standards Committee Chair, Sustainable Jersey. (Photo: SCVTHS). Sustainable Jersey for …