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Ridge Traffic Task Force Report, Spring Sports, Budget Top Local News

Also, arrest for alleged 250 bags of heroin possession takes place on I-78 in Bernards Township, police say.

Task Force Leans Toward Wider Driveway to Ease Ridge HS Traffic Jams

The Ridge traffic task force held a public forum on Monday to outline options for improving traffic flow, and making a safer campus for drivers and pedestrians at Ridge High School. But not everyone was satisfied with the apparent preference of the task force, made up of township and school officials.

Ridge Spring Sports Launching April 1 with College-Committed Athletes

Spring season launches next week, with some students already lined up to play their sports during their college career.

Two Phillipsburg residents were arrested Tuesday on multiple drug-related charges after 250 bags of heroin, a marijuana cigarette and other drug paraphernalia, according to an announcement by the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.

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$158 Tax Hike in 2013-14 School Budget Approved by Bernards School Board

The Bernards Township Board of Education on Thursday night approved a $94.2 million school budget for next year that preserves all school programs and adds a few new staff positions.

The Planning Board coul vote sometime in April for a final resolution on recommendations regarding the Millington Quarry. Meanwhile, the hearing on the the Islamic Society of Basking Ridge's proposed mosque in Liberty Corner is due to continue at the end of April.

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Bernards Beautification Task Force Plans Cleanup Around Town

Residents can still volunteer to take part in "Bernards Township Community Pride Day" on April 13, when the Bernards beautification task force tackles cleanup projects in some key locations around the township.

Time to Clean Closets and Donate to VNA Rummage Sale

It's the grandmother of all rummage sales — and the donation period begins on April 6. Time to clear out some room, so you can go and buy more stuff at the giant sale on the first Friday, Saturday and Sunday in May.

Harry Dunham Rink Opens Quietly After Two and a Half Years

It's been at the roller hockey rink at Harry Dunham Park. The resurfacing isn't totally complete, however, and the rink will again close temporarily while a color coating is put on the top of the new asphalt.


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