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Message from Freeholder Director Robinson
Although our facilities are closed to the public, Somerset County government remains operational so we can provide essential services to our residents.
03/23/2020 3:51 PM
PPE Donations Sought from Businesses
The county is setting up a drop off site in Hillsborough to collect PPE.
03/22/2020 3:27 PM
Emergency Declaration Issued for Somerset County
Lets county request assistance and resources from state & federal government.
03/21/2020 8:31 AM
Update: Somerset County Transportation
Changes to transportation services start March 20.
03/19/2020 9:40 PM
Somerset County Services Continue
Updates about the County Clerk's Office, Election Board & Surrogate's Office
03/17/2020 6:01 PM
Senior Centers Close & CAT Shuttle Operating on Modified Schedule
Six county-operated senior centers will be closed through April 3. Home delivered meals will continue.
03/13/2020 3:59 PM
Somerset County Continues to be on High Alert
There are currently no reports of the coronavirus in Somerset County, but we are closely monitoring the evolving situation.
03/10/2020 2:23 PM
The County is Proactively Monitoring the Coronavirus to Safeguard Residents
Freeholder Director Robinson wants to assure residents that their safety is a top priority.
03/03/2020 3:23 PM
Construction on Amwell Road Starts in March
The reconstruction work is intended to make Amwell Road (Elizabeth Ave. to Wortman St.) safer for all users.
02/27/2020 11:58 AM
BOBO Fridays Food Drive Continues Feb. 21
BOBO Fridays occur every third Friday of the month, but anyone can donate at any time.
02/14/2020 3:03 PM
County Health Department Continues to be Vigilant About New Coronavirus
As of Monday, Feb. 10, no coronavirus (2019-nCoV) cases have been reported in Somerset County - but the county continues to be vigilant.
02/10/2020 4:10 PM
The Impact of Violence and Trauma on our Youth
This free Youth Services workshop will be held Friday, Jan. 24.
01/16/2020 3:42 PM
Public Officials Hold Briefing in Bound Brook
County and municipal officials held a joint press conference to provide an update about a fire that tore through Bound Brook.
01/14/2020 9:22 PM
County Transportation Alters Routes to Avoid Closures in Bound Brook
A massive fire that broke out on Sunday evening has caused many road closures in Bound Brook.
01/13/2020
Annual Reorganization Meeting Held in Historic Courthouse
Elected officials sworn in; new director and deputy director appointed.
01/03/2020 8:06 PM
Sheriff’s Staff Sends a Heartfelt Thank You to Residents
Hundreds of toys were collected for the Toys for Tots campaign.
12/31/2019 10:15 AM
Annual Reorganization Meeting Will be Livestreamed
There are many options to view the 2020 reorganization.
12/30/2019 4:35 PM
Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center will close early on Dec. 31
The center will close at 5 p.m.
12/20/2019 12:49 PM
Freeholders, Veterans Place Wreath in Somerville
A wreath presented to the county from Wreaths Across America was ceremonially placed next to the Veterans Memorial Plaza this week.
12/18/2019 9:07 AM
Early Closings Due to Inclement Weather
Richard Hall Health & Wellness Center and the Family Crisis Intervention Unit will close early today.
12/02/2019 2:54 PM