The proposed federal grant would support a culvert to replace a stream crossing and add park paths.
Township officials cited rising health benefit costs as a key driver in the proposal.
The township is requesting federal funds to address state-mandated updates to its stormwater management and watershed improvement plans.
The former school board member aims to address high-density housing and property tax concerns in Bernards Township.
Mayor Ana Duarte McCarthy and Joan Bannan were endorsed by the Bernards Township Democratic Committee (BTDC).
The NJ Department of Human Services awarded Bernards Township and the Somerset Hills YMCA a $70,000 grant to assess the needs of seniors.
Paul Humbert and Vanathi Raghupathy received the endorsement from the Bernards Township Republicans for the Township Committee.
The Township Committee approved two resolutions as part of its plan to meet its required fourth-round affordable housing obligation.
The Bernards Township Committee unanimously introduced an ordinance for various capital improvements.
Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. announced that Sherry Nelson of Basking Ridge was his guest for the President's State of the Union Address.
Congressman Tom Kean Jr. hosted an event to recognize the top winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for New Jersey’s 7th District.
A shooting related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations is being investigated in a Morris County suburb.
The husband who saw his wife get hit is seeking $5 million for severe mental and emotional trauma, and loss of companionship and consortium.
Somerset County will host its second virtual public meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
The second public comment period was restored on Tuesday after being previously eliminated by the Township Committee in 2022.
Bernards Township Mayor Ana Duarte McCarthy provided an update on Allen Road after a woman was fatally hit by a car on Halloween.
Mayor Ana Duarte McCarthy was chosen as the Township's first-ever Democratic Mayor at the Tuesday reorganization meeting.
The new Township Committee will also be selecting a new mayor and deputy mayor to serve in 2026.
Bernards Township renewed its shared services agreement to share court with Bedminster, Peapack & Gladstone, and Bernardsville through 2028.
Jared Isaacman was named as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)'s new administrator.
For the eighth year in a row, sewer rates will remain unchanged, said Township Administrator Pat Monaco.
Two new pass categories were also added for the 2026 pool season.
The Planning Board will investigate if the area is in need of redevelopment as age-restricted and special needs housing is being proposed.
The Somerset County Clerk certified the election results on Wednesday. Here's who won and by how many votes:
Many residents reached out to Bernards Township expressing their concerns with Allen Road, prompting the Township to issue a statement:
Two Republicans and two Democrats have filed to run in the 2025 General Election for the Bernards Township Committee.
The night is dedicated to celebrating the township’s police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel for their service.
Check out Bernards Township Committee and School Board candidates' profiles:
A new lineup of artwork, which depicts the open space and landscapes of 12 Somerset County parks, are on display in Somerset County.
In honor of Veterans' Day, American flags will be displayed on the front lawn of the Bernards Township Municipal Building.
Candidate David E Tancredi shares why he is running for election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2025.
Candidate A.W. "Bill" McMahon shares why he is running for election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2025.
Candidate Stephen Brett Hodges shares why he is running for election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2025.
Candidate John P. Tompkins shares why he is running for election on the Bernards Township Committee in 2025.
The English Family Woods property will be closed to the public in order to allow hunting for the 2025/2026 season.
The 12-month study will focus on reducing emissions and identifying electric vehicle (EV) charging corridors.
Kathleen "Kate" Grochala served as a member of the Bernards Township Republicans for 27 years and 1 term on the Bernards Township Committee.
New Jersey American Water is upgrading the cast-iron water main, originally installed in the 1950s, with new 8-inch ductile iron pipe.
The Committee discussed whether accepting funds from the Bernards Township Law Enforcement Fund is in the best interest of the Township.
Special needs housing has been floated as an idea to transform the property. However, zoning relief would be needed.