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By Samina Sattar, Nora Adjir, Ayeshah Ali, Saira Ijal, Rana Jawed, and Anum Malik. Last month, when most Americans settled their tax receipts with the U.S. government, only a few taxpayers were aware that more than $4,000 of their income –– equivalent to 50 workdays –– was used to pay for war and weapons, including nuclear weapons, aid to foreign …

By John Felix. Nearly a decade ago, the Franklin Township Cultural Arts Council (FTCAC) proudly presented one of the township’s most meaningful community landmarks, the Franklin Township Gazebo. Officially unveiled during the September 16, 2018 ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Gazebo represented far more than a physical structure. It symbolized culture, unity, history, and civic pride. The vision and dedication behind this …

By The Rev. Jack Zamboni, Franklin. This Memorial Day, as New Jersey marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, we are called to honor not only the sacrifice of Black soldiers — but the debt this state still owes them. Black New Jerseyans fought in every conflict from the Revolutionary War to the present. They served under Washington’s Continental Army …

By Sadaf Jaffer and Minister Elorm Ocansey. On the eve of his death, Rev. Dr Martin Luther King Jr. stood in Memphis as a witness. The speech we remember as “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” was a warning. Dr. King spoke of wages withheld, of labor exploited, of systems that consumed Black bodies and called it order. He spoke of …

By Stephanie Sprague. Dear Franklin 250 Chairman LaCorte and committee members,  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 we can only do that with your support. Please consider a yearly subscription …

By John Felix. Schools Superintendent John Ravally’s 10-year tenure in Franklin Township stands as one of the most impactful eras in the district’s educational history. His leadership brought stability, strengthened community partnerships, and elevated student achievement. Don’t Miss Out! No other media outlet covering Franklin Township brings you the depth of information presented by the Franklin Reporter & Advocate. Period. …

By Bill Connell, Somerset. We the people, in order to form a more perfect union….(Thanks Schoolhouse Rock)  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 we can only do that with your …

By Bill Connell, Somerset. I think it was inevitable my wife and I would move back to Franklin when we bought our house, due to our ties here.  Regardless, I was at the beginning of a 15-year run working in New York City, and access to the train was a primary concern. My most notable commute was Sept 11th, I didn’t …

By Bill Connell. I hate winter. 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 we can only do that with your support. Please consider a yearly subscription to our online news site; …

By Jenny C. Kafas, Volunteer to Franklin Township’s Environmental Commission The Franklin Township Environmental Commission asks patrons and restaurant owners alike to join in on “Skip the Stuff,” a movement whose goal is to end unnecessary usage of plastic utensils and single serving condiment packages handed out in restaurants by making these items available only as necessary. Don’t Miss Out! …