Mr. John K. Duffy passed away suddenly May 18 at the age of 79. He was born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., where he graduated from St. John’s University prior to serving in the United States Army. Mr. Duffy resided in Somerset for many years before moving to Somerville and then New Brunswick in 2003. He was employed by the …

Township Republicans were finally able to hold their annual horse race-themed fundraising party, although the race had to change. Party faithful gathered May 19 at the home of Ken and Dayna Lemieux for the Preakness Race “Fun-Raiser.” The event is normally tied to the Kentucky Derby, but bad weather forced a rescheduling.

About 200 people were expected to show up May 19 for Franklin Park School’s celebration of the world’s cultures. The school’s International Night featured tables of food, performances and displays from different countries.

Submitted by The Somerset Patriots. The Somerset Patriots have announced the signing of right-handed pitcher El’ Hajj Muhammad, a township native and Franklin High School graduate.

Michael E. Frankenberg passed away on May 10 at St. Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He passed while being held by Kenneth Clarici, his husband and partner of 13 years. Michael suffered cardiac arrest at home and never recovered from resulting complications. He was “71 years young” as many of his friends would tell him. Born in …

About 90 Democratic Party loyalists gathered May 18 at The Palace at Somerset for what was described as a “low-key” fundraiser for Township Council candidates. The evening featured speeches and food, and one-on-ones with the five Democratic council candidates.

  NMR Natural Medicine & Rehabilitation, a medical practice dedicated to alleviating pain with non-invasive methods, held the grand opening of its office at 399 Campus Drive on May 18.

Bridgewater, NJ-   The Sugar Land Skeeters (16-12) defeated the Somerset Patriots (18-10) 4-3 at TD Bank Ballpark on Thursday evening.  

Bridgewater, NJ- The Somerset Patriots have announced that right-handed pitcher Vin Mazzaro’s contract has been purchased by the Cincinnati Reds organization. He will report directly to Triple-A Louisville.  

A 151-unit apartment complex in the Churchill redevelopment area was approved May 17 by the Planning Board. The project will be the fourth in that area by its developer, RPM Redevelopment Group of Montclair.