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Non-Support Warrant Sweep Results in 58 Arrests
The operation by the Somerset County Sheriff's Office resulted in the arrest of 58 individuals owing a combined total of more than $1 million in child support.
04/27/2018 4:00 PM
Sheriff's Officer Completes FBI-LEEDA Training
Capt. Steve SanAntonio received a "Trilogy Award" for completing a law enforcement Executive Leadership Institute program.
04/19/2018 12:10 PM
Healthy Family Fun at 5K to Wellness Event
Another successful 5K Race to Wellness was held on a sunny Saturday in March.
04/03/2018 8:17 AM
Freeholders to Fund Second School Resource Officer at Vo-Tech High School
The freeholders urged every school district in Somerset County to follow their lead and enhance school security in their communities.
03/22/2018 4:30 PM
Coordinated Entry System for Permanent Housing
The Somerset County Continuum of Care Committee has announced a new grant-funded program aimed at helping eligible residents achieve permanent housing.
03/15/2018 9:30 AM
Somerset County Ranked Third-Healthiest in NJ
For the third year in a row, a national survey has ranked Somerset County among the top three healthiest counties in New Jersey.
03/14/2018 12:00 PM
Somerset County to Honor 10 Outstanding Women
The annual awards dinner is held during Women's History Month.
03/05/2018 10:30 AM
Mental Health Center Achieves Accreditation
The Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center of Somerset County has earned a three-year accreditation from The Joint Commission.
02/28/2018 1:30 PM
$1.8 Million Awarded for Intersection Improvements
Somerset County will receive a federal grant to improve safety at the intersection of Easton Avenue and Demott Lane in Franklin Township.
01/26/2018 11:00 AM
Freeholders Renew Homelessness Trust Fund
This successful program provides rental assistance, case management and related services to help clients increase their chances of maintaining permanent housing within Somerset County.
01/22/2018 2:30 PM
2,742 Pounds of Unwanted Medicines Collected in 2017
Sheriff Provenzano is thankful to residents for their enthusiastic support of this program.
01/12/2018 12:21 PM
Sign Up for Free Emergency Alerts
Get text messages whenever county programs or services have delays or closings due to severe weather.
01/09/2018 2:30 PM
Reduce Radon Risks through Awareness
January is National Radon Awareness Month
01/09/2018 11:45 AM
Agencies Join Forces to Combat Opioid Abuse
The county Prosecutor's Office and Department of Human Services are collaborating on strategies to address the growing problem of opioid drug abuse.
01/03/2018 2:00 PM
Heartfelt Thanks for ‘Toys for Tots’ Donations
Sheriff Frank Provenzano thanks county residents, workers and businesses for their generosity.
12/28/2017 12:35 PM
Sheriff’s Office Receives Donation for Opioid, Heroin Addiction Programs
The donation was made on behalf of the Anthony Calderaro Memorial Fund.
12/21/2017 1:16 PM
Planning Board Adopts Updated Housing Element
The new housing plan builds upon the county Planning Board's recent housing trends assessment and feedback from municipalities and the public.
12/21/2017 9:30 AM
Adopt-A-Family Program Raises $19K
Thanks to everyone who donated to this annual program that provided Thanksgiving meals to more than 400 families!
12/20/2017 10:00 AM
Freeholders Place Wreaths at Two Veterans Plazas
Wreaths from the Wreaths Across America program were placed at the veterans plazas in Somerville and Raritan.
12/15/2017 4:00 PM
Residents and Branchburg Recreation Recognized
Citations were awarded in recognition of generous donations made to the Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit
12/01/2017 9:30 AM