05/04/2025 A 35-year-old North Brunswick man was arrested for DWI during a motor vehicle crash investigation in the area of Rt. 27. He was processed and released with a pending court appearance.  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 …

By Jenny C. Kafas. About a year ago, I moved back to Franklin Township after graduating college feeling like I needed to start actually being the change I want to see in the world. I have always prided myself on being informed, reading the news, and not shying away from having convictions about issues I care about, but with all …

The 5th Annual “Tee Up Fore Teachers” Golf Outing, a fundraiser for the Franklin Township Warrior Education Foundation, is set for June 30 at  the Heron Glen Golf Course in Ringoes. The event, hosted by SSP Architects and Balken Risk Management, is more than just a day of golf; it’s a celebration of educators and an opportunity to support creative, impactful …

SILVER MEDALISTS – SCVTHS Culinary students Alyssa Robinson of Somerset, Francesca Boian-Togyik of Manville, Sharon Castro Benitez of Hillsborough, Michael Dagostino of Bridgewater, Amy Hernandez of Hillsborough, and Delilah Bergman of Hillsborough, left to right, took home a Silver Medal at the NJAC Culinary Cook-off. (Photo: SCVTHS). A Franklin Township resident was part of a team of culinary students from …

Here is the latest on the Township’s road resurfacing projects. Newkirk and Evergreen Resurfacing – Concrete work to begin on or about May 28, weather permitting. Milling and paving will begin when concrete work is completed. Rodgers Ave Area Resurfacing – Milling and paving to begin Mid June on Holly St.  Rodgers Ave – Paved Waldorf St – Paved Hunt …

By Bill Connell. I cycle a fair amount , and have made an observation.  The fact is though, I didn’t have to leave my front porch to make it.  1 out of 10 E bikers don’t wear helmets.  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 …

Township police said a Somerset resident was bilked out of $100,000 in March in a Bitcoin scam. The person, who was not identified, was contacted on March 30 via Facebook by a female suspect who identified herself as “Ashwini Raj,” police said. The woman preyed on the fact that the victim had been scammed before, and convinced the victim to …

 On Saturday, April 5, East Stroudsburg University welcomed 40 gifted students from local and regional school districts to the Saturday Gifted Institute. ESU students taking Instructional Planning in Special Education (SPED 215) created a day of hands-on learning for elementary and middle school aged children (grades 2-8.) Belle Hnasko, from Somerset, is a student in the class. This semester, the …

04/27/2025 A business located on Rt. 27 was the victim of a shoplifting during the morning hours. An unknown Black male exited the store without paying for merchandise valued at $96. He was accompanied by an unknown Black female who used a distraction technique on an employee while the male suspect exited the store. They fled the area in a …

Stephen D. Brenner of Long Valley passed away on May 10 at the Heath Village Long Term Care Facility in Hackettstown. He was 61. Born in Ridgefield, he lived most of his life in Somerset before moving to Long Valley 20 years ago. Steve was the owner and president of the Brenner Company of Somerset, specializing in kitchen and bathroom …