The Somerset County Business Partnership will present “Biz Fest,” the Somerset County ‘hyper-local’ trade show and networking opportunity for Somerset County businesses and residents on Thursday, June 18, 2015 from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Imperia, 1714 Easton Avenue, Somerset New Jersey. Among the business sectors represented will be health and wellness, technology, staffing agencies, home improvements, nonprofit …

About 30 bicyclists participated May 20 in the annual “Ride of Silence,” a slow bike tour to honor those cyclists killed or injured  while riding on public roads. Organized by Mayor Chris Kelly – himself an avid cyclist – this was the first time the worldwide event has been held in the township. The event was founded in 2003 after …

Six township police detectives were among the local and state police honored with 2015 Valor Awards May 20 by the 200 Club of Somerset County. The program, now in its 42 year, seeks to honor first responders for their service in the p[revious year, and awards scholarships to the children of active Somerset County law enforcement or emergency service personnel. The …

Bridgewater, NJ – The Bridgeport Bluefish (14-11) doubled up the Somerset Patriots (17-8) 6-3 Wednesday evening in the second game of a day-night doubleheader.   In the top of the first inning designated hitter John Alonso cranked a two RBI double to give Bridgeport a 2-0 advantage.   Center fielder Nick Van Stratten slapped a RBI single in the top …

Bridgewater, NJ – The Somerset Patriots (17-7) clobbered the Bridgeport Bluefish (13-11) 11-0 Wednesday afternoon from TD Bank Ballpark in game one of a day-night doubleheader.   In the bottom of the first inning Somerset erupted for eight runs on seven hits as 12 men came to the plate. Center fielder Jonny Tucker laced a RBI double and would score …

Bridgewater, NJ – The Somerset Patriots (16-7) defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish (13-10) 7-3 Tuesday evening from TD Bank Ballpark. Somerset has won eight of its last nine games.   In the top of the second inning first baseman John Alonso scored via a passed ball by catcher Adam Donachie as Bridgeport took a 1-0 lead.   Designated hitter Thomas Neal …

Update: The township Planning Board on May 20 approved the plan, which now goes before the Township Council for its approval. A developer wishing to build a 600-unit housing development off Bunker Hill Road has objected to the plan, saying the township erred in its calculation of its affordable housing obligation. This is a developing story. Original Story: The township will exceed …

Bridgewater, NJ – The Somerset Patriots, along with California Casualty Auto and Home Insurance, will host special nights to recognize the Somerset, Union, Middlesex, and Hunterdon County schools’ Teachers of the Year.   The Patriots have invited Teachers of the Year from each school in the counties to attend a Teacher Appreciation Night at TD Bank Ballpark. The Patriots will …

Waldorf, MD – The Somerset Patriots (15-7) shutout the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (14-10) 2-0 Monday evening from Regency Furniture Stadium. The game was called in the seventh inning due to rain. The Patriots won three of the four contests in the four game wrap around weekend series.   In the top of the fourth inning right fielder Chris Marrero …

Joseph Levine, 91, died Saturday May 16th, 2015 at the Haven Hospice in Edison. Born in Newark, NJ to Isaac and Lena Levine, Joseph graduated from Weequahic High School. He then served his country faithfully during World War II with the U.S. Army. Mr. Levine had a long and successful career in retail sales for several appliance outlets, including E.J. Korvettes, …