The controversy over a sound system in Middlebush Park will likely erupt again at the Oct. 14 Township Council meeting, as a large contingent of Pop Warner families are expected to attend to oppose an ordinance banning speakers in the park. The council on Sept. 22 passed a resolution banning any type of sound system in the park, which is …
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A scene from CanalFest 2013. The 4th Annual CanalFest will feature arts and crafts, food and music when it kicks off at 11 a.m. Oct. 18 at East Millstone Park. 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 …
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Leeroy Wilfred Kabs-Kanu, minister plenipotentiary to the United Nations, said Sierra Leone should not be stigmatized because of the ebola virus. The world should not stigmatize Sierra Leone because of the outbreak of the ebola virus, one of the country’s diplomats said in a Sept. 26 press conference at the municipal building. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering …
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DeRussey’s Lane, as it appeared in 1922. Photo: Franklin Township Evidence from the infamous Hall-Mills murder case will be displayed from 2-5 p.m. Oct. 10 in the jury assembly room of the Somerset County Courthouse, 20 North Bridge St., Somerville. 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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Bill Grippo was honored Sept. 23 for his July 4 fundraising efforts. The Township Council on Sept. 23 honored resident Bill Grippo for his fundraising efforts for the annual July 4 celebration. 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 …
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Franklin Township has been named the 26th best place to live by Money Magazine. The monthly lauded the township for its “wide range of ethnicities, income, and home prices,” adding that the township i “ideal for those who love the outdoors; a third of the town is farmland or recreation preservation and features over 60 miles of walking trails.” Don’t …
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Township attorney Lou Rainone said the township does not have to take any action on its curfew ordinance. Although at least one other town has repealed a similar ordinance, the Township Council doesn’t need to take any action on its curfew ordinance, the governing body was told Sept. 23. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings …
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State Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula has been nominated for a seat on the state Board of Public Utilities by Gov. Chris Christie. State Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula, (D-12) has been nominated to fill a vacancy on the state Board of Public Utilities by Gov. Chris Christie. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by …
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A small grease fire on New Year’s Day at Stage House Tavern prompted its owners to seek historic commission’s approval for fixes to the building’s exhaust system. The replacement of 49 windows at Rutgers Preparatory School and roof repairs for the Stage House Tavern were among the approvals granted Sept. 2 by the Historic Preservation Advisory Commission. Don’t Miss Out! No …
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Fundraisers for several local organizations were held Sept. 14. From noon to 4 p.m., the Franklin Township Food Bank and PBA Local 154 sold hot dogs and other items for $1 each at the Corner Cafe, DeMott Lane and Amwell Road. Also offered for sale was the $2 “PBA Burger.” All proceeds went to those two organizations. Don’t Miss Out! …
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