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An estimated 400 hot dogs were sold Oct. 23 during the annual “Hot Dog Sunday” benefit for the Franklin Food Bank and township PBA Local 154. The event, held at the Corner Cafe, corner of DeMott Lane and Amwell Road, was the beneficiary of pleasant weather and a steady stream of customers, said Frank Hasner, the food bank’s executive director. …

“Hot Dog Sunday” benefitting the Franklin Township Food Bank and PBA Local 154 is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Corner Cafe and Grill, DeMott Lane and Amwell Road. On the menu are hot dogs and beverages for $1, and the PBA Burger for $2. New this year are veggie burgers, the Food Bank Foot …

The community is invited to Spring Hills Somerset Assisted Living, 473 DeMott Lane, for “PawFest” from 1-3 p.m. on Oct. 22. The family friendly event is highlighted by a costumed pet parade through the building, trick or treating for the pets and kids, and pictures and refreshments for all. Owners are welcome to dress up in costumes matching their pets. …

An estimated 3,000 people strolled down Market Street in East Millstone Oct. 15 for the 6th annual Delaware & Raritan Canal Festival. The event, featuring arts and crafts and food vendors non-profit organizations and a variety of musical acts, is a fundraiser for the Franklin Township Food Bank. Patti Sofran, head of the event’s organizing committee, estimated that about $10,000 was raised …

Residents at the Regency Jewish Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation center on DeMott Lane held an ice cream social to celebrate Columbus Day. The event was held in the facility’s Columbus Room, which features a rare Columbus sculpture panel. The panel, created by sculptor Frank Meiler, is one of 10 that were created. The panel, created out of pewter, 24k gold …

The recent spate of “creepy clown” sightings has spurred township officials to ask parents to not buy their children clown costumes for Halloween. People dressed up as creepy clowns have been appearing in spots across the country. The sightings have been videoed and posted on social media sites. On Oct. 10, the Franklin Township Police Department posted a request to its …

The 6th annual CanalFest, a fundraiser for the Franklin Township Food Bank, is set for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 15 at East Millstone Park, Amwell Road and Main Street in East Millstone. The event features live musical performances by the Gas House Gorillas, Swing Sabroso, The Band Called Fuse, and more acts on three stages, as well as …

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National Assisted Living Week was commemorated Sept. 12 at the Spring Hills Somerset Assisted Living Center with a bell choir performance and games. Township Councilwoman Rox Sherman (D-Ward 2) presented a proclamation and the Ding Dongs Bell Chior of Spring Hills Somerset played patriotic music. After the ceremony, youth volunteers from St. Matthias Church played WII games with residents who …

A township resident recently completed her Girl Scout Gold Award at the Center for Great Expectations on Dellwood Lane. Adia Fielder, a senior at the Groton School, completed her award on Aug. 19 by teaching a music program entitled “Little Music Makers” at the center’s daycare, Katy’s Place. Over the course of three weeks, Fielder, a member of Girl Scout Heart …