Somerset County

Sex abuse case in Somerset County leads to arrest

Somerset County man arrested on charges of sexually abusing a minor CRISFIELD, MD — Maryland State Police arrested a 60-year-old Crisfield man on Thursday in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of…

August 22, 2025

Construction underway on new pavilion at Somerset County Senior Wellness Center

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ – Work has begun on a new pavilion at the Somerset County Senior Wellness Center, offering expanded space for programs, relaxation, and recreation. Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson, Deputy Director…

August 12, 2025

Somerset County offers mental health support for residents affected by flooding

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — The Somerset County Department of Human Services announced Monday that mental health services are now available for residents impacted by recent flooding. Support is being provided through the Richard…

July 21, 2025

Scratch-off stunner $3M ticket sold in Somerset County

SOMERSET, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Lottery player has claimed a top prize of $3 million from a scratch-off ticket purchased in Somerset County, lottery officials announced Thursday. The winning ticket was a…

July 10, 2025

Somerset County surpasses 15,000 acres of preserved open space following Hillsborough purchase

HILLSBOROUGH, N.J. — Somerset County has reached a major milestone in its long-standing commitment to land conservation, surpassing 15,000 acres of preserved open space with the recent acquisition of the Hillsborough Country…

July 9, 2025

Somerset County player hits $85K lottery jackpot

BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — A Somerset County lottery player struck it big Wednesday evening, claiming the full $85,280 Jersey Jackpot in the Fast Play Progressive game. The $20 winning ticket was purchased at…

May 29, 2025

Forgotten lottery ticket reels in $50K win for Somerset County fisherman

PRINCESS ANNE, MD — A Somerset County man reeled in more than just fish this spring after discovering a forgotten Powerball ticket in his glovebox was worth $50,000. The fishing enthusiast purchased…

April 25, 2025

Stop & Shop customer strikes $990K jackpot in Somerset County

TRENTON, NJ — A nearly $1 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot ticket was sold at a grocery store in Somerset County, marking the 17th top prize win in the game this year…

April 17, 2025

Man arrested in connection to Somerset County burglary spree

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — A months-long investigation into a string of commercial burglaries in Somerset County has led to the arrest of 26-year-old Emmanuel Tolentino of Scotch Plains and charges against a 17-year-old…

March 6, 2025

Maryland State Police investigating fatal shooting in Somerset County

CRISFIELD, MD — Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Somerset County. Officers from the Crisfield Police Department responded to a reported shooting at Third…

February 15, 2025

Lucky player hits $89K Fast Play jackpot in Somerset County

TRENTON, NJ — A lottery player in Somerset County won the $20 Multiplier Mania Fast Play Progressive jackpot, securing $89,378 on Wednesday. The winning ticket was purchased at Boro Liquors, located at…

February 14, 2025

Lottery winner takes home $89K in Somerset County

TRENTON, NJ — A lucky New Jersey lottery player in Somerset County won the $20 Multiplier Mania Fast Play Progressive jackpot, claiming the full $89,378 prize. The winning ticket was sold at…

February 12, 2025

Ballot Replacement Available in Somerset County

Somerset County, NJ – Residents of Somerset County who have not received, misplaced, or completed their mail-in ballot incorrectly can request a replacement. The replacement request can be submitted online at [http://soconj.gov/replacevbm](http://soconj.gov/replacevbm)…

October 14, 2024

Highland Park Man Convicted on Multiple Charges in Somerset County

Somerville, N.J. – A Somerset County Jury has found Gerald Chapman, 41, of Highland Park, N.J., guilty of several charges following a weeklong trial. Chapman was convicted of second-degree Possession of a…

October 1, 2024

Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

TRENTON, N.J. — A Somerset County man was sentenced to 64 months in prison on Monday for concealing his attempts to provide material support to Hamas, a designated foreign terrorist organization, authorities…

September 30, 2024

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Somerset County Officials Introduce Pink Police Vehicles for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

SOMERVILLE, N.J. – Six police vehicles in Somerset County have been wrapped in pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, according to an announcement from Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Chief…

September 26, 2024

Somerset County Law Enforcement Joins National Drive Sober Campaign for Labor Day Weekend

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — As part of the nationwide effort to combat impaired driving, the Somerset and Hunterdon County law enforcement agencies will be participating in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway…

August 17, 2024

Multiple Arrests Made in Somerset County Burglary Spree

SOMERVILLE, NJ—Authorities in Somerset County have announced the arrests of six individuals linked to a series of residential and motor vehicle burglaries across Bernards Township, Bernardsville Borough, and Green Brook Township. Somerset…

July 30, 2024

Missing Somerset County Waterman Found Deceased Near Deal Island

PRINCESS ANNE, MD—A tragic conclusion to a search for a missing waterman was reached Thursday afternoon when Maryland Natural Resources Police recovered the body of 58-year-old Ted Allen Briddelle from Tangier Sound,…

July 26, 2024

FreshPet Selects Bedminster for New Headquarters in Somerset County

BEDMINSTER, N.J. — FreshPet, a leading company in the healthy pet food sector, has announced its decision to establish its new headquarters in Bedminster, Somerset County. The announcement was celebrated with a…

July 26, 2024

Somerset County Officials Gather for State of the County Address

Bound Brook, NJ – Somerset County Administrator Colleen Mahr delivered a mid-year “State of the County” address to over 60 governing officials at the Columbian Steakhouse last night. Mahr’s address covered key…

June 14, 2024

Somerset County Launches “Safe Place” Program to Combat Bias and Hate Crimes

SOMERVILLE, NJ — In a timely announcement coinciding with Pride Month, Somerset County officials have unveiled the new “Safe Place” program aimed at providing refuge for victims of bias and hate crimes.…

June 5, 2024

Quick Draw Ticket Worth $70K Sold in Somerset County

TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw Progressive ticket that won $70,977, 30% of the progressive jackpot, was sold on Thursday, May 30. The winning ticket came from Krauszer’s, located at 435 Amwell…

June 1, 2024

Somerset County Man Faces Murder Charge in Fatal Hit-and-Run Incident

SALISBURY, MD – A Somerset County man, Jamal Scarborough, 27, has been indicted on multiple charges including murder following a hit-and-run crash that resulted in the death of a utility worker in…

May 30, 2024

Elderly Man Killed in Somerset County Crash

SOMERVILLE, N.J. – Authorities are investigating a fatal pedestrian incident involving a motor vehicle after Andres Estaban Silva, 33, was arrested following the accident. Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald reported that…

April 29, 2024

Sex abuse case in Somerset County leads to arrest

Construction underway on new pavilion at Somerset County Senior Wellness Center

Somerset County offers mental health support for residents affected by flooding

Scratch-off stunner $3M ticket sold in Somerset County

Somerset County surpasses 15,000 acres of preserved open space following Hillsborough purchase

Somerset County player hits $85K lottery jackpot

Forgotten lottery ticket reels in $50K win for Somerset County fisherman

Stop & Shop customer strikes $990K jackpot in Somerset County

Man arrested in connection to Somerset County burglary spree

Maryland State Police investigating fatal shooting in Somerset County

Lucky player hits $89K Fast Play jackpot in Somerset County

Lottery winner takes home $89K in Somerset County

Ballot Replacement Available in Somerset County

Highland Park Man Convicted on Multiple Charges in Somerset County

Somerset County man sentenced to 64 months for attempting to support Hamas

Somerset County Officials Introduce Pink Police Vehicles for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Somerset County Law Enforcement Joins National Drive Sober Campaign for Labor Day Weekend

Multiple Arrests Made in Somerset County Burglary Spree

Missing Somerset County Waterman Found Deceased Near Deal Island

FreshPet Selects Bedminster for New Headquarters in Somerset County

Somerset County Officials Gather for State of the County Address

Somerset County Launches “Safe Place” Program to Combat Bias and Hate Crimes

Quick Draw Ticket Worth $70K Sold in Somerset County

Somerset County Man Faces Murder Charge in Fatal Hit-and-Run Incident

Elderly Man Killed in Somerset County Crash

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