A Fire and Fireworks, Remembering Jack Welch Top Local News

Car Fire Heats Up Route 287 in Basking Ridge

Think you have a hard time staying cool in this heat. The Basking Ridge Fire Co. and First Aid Squad's volunteers responded to a car fire on Route 287 that backed up traffic on a Sunday afternoon, but left the car's occupants time to escape uninjured.

Restaurant Owner Jack Welch Remembered as 'Blessing to Many'

A Monday morning service for Jack Welch, who had suddenly died the week before while golfing, highlighted Welch's other important mission — reaching out to hundreds of men and leading early-morning Bible study meetings.

Somerset Hills Y Raised Over $55K For Veterans

The Somerset Hills YMCA reported that this year's Flag Day 5K and walk raised more than $55,000 for housing and another program to serve the area's homeless veterans. Donations still are being accepted through July 15.

Municipal Building Renovations to Allow for Command and Warming Center During Disaster

Bernards Township officials will overhaul the municipal meeting and courtroom next fall to upgrade the technology — and with the goal of providing a command center and warming spot for the public before the next disaster.

Fourth of July Party Invites All of Somerset

If you didn't make this year's 43rd annual Somerset County Independence Day celebration on Bridgewater, plan on making the 44th. All in one place, area residents can enjoy music, food, fireworks and historic re-enactments, all for free admission.