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The man, whose identity was not released, was found as Hillsborough Township Police responded to a call regarding an accident involving heavy machinery at a site on Willow Road around 7:25 a.m., Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald said. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His cause and...

A 62-year-old Ocean County man was killed in an apparent worksite accident in Hillsborough early on Wednesday, May 31, authorities said.The man, whose identity was not released, was found as Hillsborough Township Police responded to a call regarding an accident involving heavy machinery at a site o…

Officials are investigating a workplace fatality that occurred in Somerset County Wednesday morning. Police responded to a 911 call on Willow Road in Hillsborough at 7:27 a.m., reporting an incident involving heavy machinery, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald said. The worker was pronounced dead on the scene, authorities said....

HILLSBOROUGH – Authorities are continuing to investigate what the Somerset County prosecutor is calling a workplace accident that claimed the life of a 62-year-old Ocean County man Wednesday morning. Township police went to a Willow Road address at about 7:27 a.m. Wednesday on a report of an accident involving heavy machinery, Somerset County Prosecutor John McDonald said. ...

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ -The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office is investigating a workplace accident that occurred on Willow Road that killed a 62-year-old Ocean County man early Wednesday morning, according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. The Somerset County Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a worksite accident on Willow Road involving heavy machinery, according to McDonald, who provided the following information: Responding Hillsborough Township Officers located a deceased male upon arrival.   No life-saving measures were made due to the severity of the injuries sustained.   Detectives from the Hillsborough Township Police Department along with the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, the Crime Scene Investigation...

BOUND BROOK – Construction will soon begin on the latest apartment building going up downtown. A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for The Rail at Bound Brook, a 143-unit building on Hamilton Street at the site of the former strip mall that once housed a convenience store and later, the Salvation Army.

RARITAN TOWNSHIP – The last month has been some kind of adventure for Rutgers Prep junior righty Max Treonze. Treonze threw a complete game shutout May 9 to beat Ridge 1-0 in the Somerset County Tournament final. Two days later he was hit in the face by a 92 mph fastball thrown by Pennington junior ace and Virginia commit Bryce Meccage. Fortunately, Treonze escaped with just a broken nose.

Somerset County in New Jersey will host two free monthly events on Saturday, June 3 in Bridgewater and Hillsborough. The First Saturday of the Month Drop-off event, in which residents can dispose of recyclable items including newspapers, junk mail and plastics, will take place at the Somerset County Recycling Center. Residents must show proof of residency, but pre-registration is not required. Items such as used motor oil, antifreeze and scrap metal will also be accepted.Visit here for more details.

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset County Business Partnership (SCBP) will host its annual BizFest & Wellness Expo at TD Bank Ballpark on June 8 from 2 pm to 5 pm.  Bizfest is one of Somerset County's largest, small business networking event, and more than 600 people are expected to attend the free event, according to organizers. Attendees can expect to enjoy food tastings from local eateries like BAM Desserts and Oink & Moo, door prizes, games and casual networking opportunities and more. More than 75 exhibitors are expected, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, a presenting sponsor will be onsite with a screening village.  The event is free buy pre-registration is encouraged, TAP here for more details. 

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Authorities are investigating a workplace fatality in Hillsborough on Wednesday morning. On Wednesday, May 31, at around 7:27 a.m., a 911 call reported a worksite accident on Willow Road in Hillsborough involving heavy machinery, said Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives John W. Fodor, and Hillsborough Township Chief of Police Michael McMahon.

Rutgers Prep used plenty of fuel from past big games this season to light the way in the playoffs. Ringing in the Somerset County trophy and taking down Gill St. Bernard’s in a 25-run victory earlier this spring, the Argonauts could sense Wednesday’s matchup going its way.

A 62-year old man from Ocean County died following a workplace incident that occurred at a facility in Hillsborough, Somerset County.

A “mini Prom” for youths aged 5 to 10 years is set for noon to 4 p.m. June 10 at Somerset Presbyterian Church, 100 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. The event’s theme is “Midnight Summer Dreams” with prince and princess attire for all kids. The Prom...

HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP, NJ (Somerset County) – Authorities are investigating a workplace fatality in Somerset County, according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald. On Wednesday, May 31, at around 7:27 a.m., Somerset County Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call reporting a worksite accident on Willow Road in Hillsborough Township...