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Senior Wellness Centers Offer Exciting Activities in July
The county-operated senior wellness centers will be closed on July 4th.
06/18/2024 5:05 PM
Park Commission Giving Away Milkweed Plants at Leonard J. Buck Garden
Get free milkweed plants for your garden at the “Milkweed for Monarch Giveaway” beginning Wednesday, June 26, at 10 a.m.
06/17/2024 7:50 AM
New Leader Takes Helm at Somerset County’s Human Services Department
Zachary Berliner is the new leader for Somerset County’s Human Services Department following the retirement of Michael Frost.
06/12/2024 10:15 AM
Somerset County to Hold Household Hazardous Waste Event in Hillsborough on June 15
The Somerset County Division of Solid Waste Management is holding its free drop-off event for residents to safely dispose of their harmful household hazardous waste items on June 15.
06/11/2024 11:40 AM
Somerset County Presents 2024 Historic Preservation and History Awards
The winners of the Somerset County Historic Preservation and History Awards received awards for their efforts in preserving local history.
06/11/2024 8:45 AM
Measles Case in Somerset County
County Department of Health is alerting residents about potential exposure to highly contagious case of measles.
06/07/2024 2:27 PM
Farmers Market Vouchers for Seniors Available for 2024 Season
Farmers’ Market Vouchers are now available through the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services for eligible residents.
06/07/2024 10:35 AM
Cultural and Heritage Commission Celebrates Teen Arts Festival at RVCC
The Teen Arts Festival provided middle school and high school students with the opportunity to showcase their skills across seven artistic disciplines
06/05/2024 7:50 AM
Somerset County Voters Head to the Polls for June 4 Primary
Somerset County polls will open for June 4 Democratic and Republican primary elections at 6 a.m. on June 4th, 2024, and close at 8 p.m.
06/03/2024 12:50 PM
Somerset County Juneteenth Celebration to Honor US Colored Troops Buried in Somerville’s New Cemetery
Juneteenth plans updated due to heat wave. Somerset County will honor 18 US Colored Troops (USCT) who fought for the Union Army in the Civil War and are buried in Somerville’s New Cemetery at its fourth annual Juneteenth celebration on Wednesday, June 19.
06/03/2024 11:30 AM
County Kicks Off New ‘Curbing Hunger All Year’ Food Drive
There are more than 20 convenient drop-off locations available for donations.
06/03/2024 9:27 AM
Community Invited to Cannabis Town Hall & Job Fair at RVCC on June 22
Registration is optional. The event takes place from 12 to 4 p.m.
05/31/2024 1:49 PM
Park Commission Offering Free Field Trips for Somerset County Schools
The Somerset County Park Commission is offering free field trips, free transportation, and free in-class programs for Somerset County schools that support students with disabilities.
05/30/2024 3:40 PM
Somerset County Takes Next Step In Reduction of Jail Operations
05/30/2024 2:33 PM
Greater Raritan Job Fair to Host 80-Plus Employers on June 4
Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-registration is appreciated.
05/29/2024 1:53 PM
County to Hold First Saturday and E-Waste Events on June 1
Somerset County residents can dispose of electronic waste, drop-off recyclables, and donate non-perishable food items on June 1.
05/29/2024 8:50 AM
Somerset County Recycling Collections May Be Delayed
Residents should leave their recyclables at the curb to be collected as soon as possible.
05/28/2024 10:10 AM
Rose Day Festival Set for June 8 at Colonial Park Gardens
Enjoy the Rose Day Festival at the award-winning Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden on Saturday, June 8.
05/24/2024 10:40 AM
Fun and Fabulous Activities to Improve Health Offered by Office on Aging & Disability
Residents can sign up for classes at any of the six county-operated senior wellness centers.
05/23/2024 1:35 PM
Youth Leadership Somerset Celebrates Graduating Class of 2024
A commencement was held for 38 high school students in the program. Applications for Class of 2025 being accepted.
05/21/2024 2:15 PM