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Bill Bowman

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.

‘Sip And Paint’ Fundraiser Set For Franklin Park School PTO

Franklin Park School PTO is hosting a “Sip and Paint” fundraiser Oct. 19 at the East Franklin Volunteer Fire Department, 121 Pinegrove Ave. The event, which will begin at 6:30 p.m., is to raise money for the school and to make a contribution to a local breast cancer organization. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings …

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Plans Set For 45th Annual CROP Walk

Participants in the 2017 CROP Walk gather outside Somerset Presbyterian Church. (File photo). Somerset Presbyterian Church needs the public’s help, and their feet, on Oct. 21 for the 45th annual Somerset CROP Walk for hunger sponsored by Church World Service. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin …

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Somerset Patriots Front Office Honored With Two Awards

​Bridgewater, N.J. – The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball has announced that Somerset Patriots President/General Manager Patrick McVerry has been named the 2018 Joe Klein Executive of the Year. The Somerset Patriots have also received the Ken Shepard Award For Promotional Excellence for the second consecutive season.  McVerry oversaw the Somerset Patriots’ 20th Season at TD Bank Ballpark in 2018, …

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Somerset Family Physical Therapy Supports Patient In 5K Walk

By PJ Parker. 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 do that with your support. Please consider a yearly subscription to our online news site; at $37 a …

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Somerset Fire And Rescue Holds Annual Open House

Somerset Volunteer Fire and Rescue on Hollywood Avenue held its annual open house on Oct. 13. By PJ Parker. 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 do that …

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Life Story: Maribeth Nolan, 63; Fighting Irish Fan

Maribeth Nolan passed away on Oct. 12 at her home in Somerset surrounded by her loving family. She was 63 years old. Beth grew up in Clark, where she stayed to raise her family with her husband Mark. She and Mark moved to Somerset six years ago. Beth enjoyed her annual passholder status at Walt Disney World, especially during Food …

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FHS Class Of ’78 Gathers For 40th Reunion

Members of the Franklin High School Class of 1978 sit for a “class portrait” at their 40th Reunion Oct. 13 at Winemakers of Somerset in Bound Brook. The weekend of Oct. 12 was 40th reunion time for members of the Franklin High School Class of 1978. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth …

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Skies Clear, Canal Fest Goes Off Without A Hitch

More than 2,000 people ventured to East Millstone Oct. 13 for the annual Delaware & Raritan Canal Festival. On tap was the festival staples of music on several stages, a variety of food choices and games and crafts for children. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin …

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Photo Gallery: FHS Football Warriors Gain First Win With Stunning Upset Over Elizabeth

FHS Warriors players and coaches react Oct. 12 after they beat Elizabeth, 28-21. The Franklin High School football Warriors snapped a five-game losing streak in a big way Oct. 12, scoring a stunning 28-21 victory over the Elizabeth Minutemen. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin Reporter …

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Life Story: David Moynihan Jr., 48; Volunteered With Township Animal Shelter

Mr. David Moynihan Jr. passed away October 9 at his home in Bound Brook. He was 48 years old. Mr. Moynihan was born in Edison and grew up in the Somerset section of Franklin Township before moving to Bound Brook. He was employed by Shop Rite in Bound Brook and as a lover of animals had volunteered his time with …

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