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Busy Holiday Weekend In The Eight Villages

The first weekend of December in the township is usually quite busy, holiday-wise, and this one was no exception. Events held on Dec. 2 included the annual Greens and Goodies craft sale, held by the Griggstown Historical Society; the St. Matthias Crafts Sale, and the Second Chance for Animals’ Santa Paws fundraiser. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering …

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Danielsen Bill To Help Dementia Patients Advances In Legislature

State Assemblyman Joe Danielsen. Legislation co-sponsored by state Assemblyman Joe Danielsen that would ensure hospital staff is well informed to deliver proper care and oversight for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia advanced in the legislature on Nov. 30. 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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Citing ‘Erratic, Delusional’ Behavior, State Pulls Somerset Doctor’s Medical License

Dr. Sharon Worosilo. Photo: NJ Pain Management Inst. A pain management doctor with offices in Somerset and East Brunswick was ordered by the state to stop practicing medicine because her behavior poses a “clear and imminent danger to the public health, safety and welfare,” according to the state Board of Medical Examiners. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering …

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Warrior 4 Life Foundation Hands Out $10,000 In Scholarships In Inaugural Gala

More than 200 people were on hand Nov. 24 to celebrate the inaugural Warrior 4 Life Scholarship Foundation gala at The Imperia on Easton Avenue. The exact number was 240, which represented a sell-out crowd, the organizers said. 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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Happy Thanksgiving! Readers Share Thoughts On Why They’re Thankful

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we asked Franklin Reporter & Advocate readers what they are most thankful for. Following are some of their responses. 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 …

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Easton Avenue Water Main Break Must Wait For Repairs

Water streams along Easton Avenue, near the Village Plaza, Nov. 18 as the result of a water main break that cannot be repaired until Nov. 20. The inability to get a necessary part, coupled with the need for businesses to stay open, has forced the township to leave a broken water main running along Easton Avenue. Don’t Miss Out! No …

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Video: Countdown To Warrior4Life Scholarship Foundation Gala

Tickets are going fast for the inaugural Warrior4Life Scholarship Foundation gala, set for 6-10 p.m.  Nov. 24 at The Imperia on Easton Avenue. The evening will feature music by the Renaissance Jazz Band, with comedian Erin Jackson acting as mistress of ceremonies. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by …

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Township Council Honors Bob LaCorte For Volunteer Work

Bob LaCorte, right, looks on as Mayor Phil Kramer reads the Township Council commendation honoring him for his work in organizing the Memorial Day and Veterans’ day observances. The organizer of the township’s Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day observances was honored Nov. 13 by the Township Council. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the …

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Township Artists Recognized By County, State In Art Shows

Dustin Shin’s watercolor, “Brood,” took second place recently in the New Jersey Senior Art Show. (Photo: Somerset County Freeholders.) A township resident took second place recently in the New Jersey Senior Art Show, held at Meadow Lakes Senior Living in East Windsor. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by …

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Veterans Celebrated In Township Ceremony

The township commemorated Veterans’ Day Nov. 11 with a short ceremony in the municipal building, followed by ringing of the Memorial Bell in Veterans Memorial Park. Local Boy Scouts, members of the Canal Walk Veterans club and members of the Junior ROTC battalion from Franklin High School participated in the ceremony. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin …

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