Gunfire erupts outside high school football game in Charles County, no injuries reported
Waldorf, MD – A Friday night football game at St. Charles High School ended in chaos after gunshots were fired in the parking lot, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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.…