Food Donations Help Needy
Somerset County residents generously donated close to 46,000 pounds of canned goods during the 16th annual Curbing Hunger food drive.
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Solar-Energy Program
A request for proposals has been issued by the Somerset County Improvement Authority for the county's solar-energy program.
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Tell Your Energy Story
The Somerset County Energy Council is looking for local stories and case studies about energy-saving practices and projects for its new website.
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'Project First Class'
The Commission on the Status of Women presented hundreds of donated school supplies to the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, the result of its annual "Project First Class" collection.
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Recycling Calendar for September
Somerset County offices and the county Recycling Center will be closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday. Curbside collection for Branchburg and Raritan will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 7. The next Household Hazardous Waste and First Saturday of the Month drop-off events will be held Sept. 11. A tire drop-off event will be held Sept. 15-18 in Manville and backyard composting workshops are set for Sept. 14 in Hillsborough.
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Applicants Sought for Leadership Somerset
Individuals who are interested in becoming leadership resources for their communities are encouraged to apply for the Leadership Somerset Class of 2011. Applications due Wednesday, Sept. 15.
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Law Enforcement Night
Kids and adults are invited to Law Enforcement Night at TD Bank Ballpark on Sept. 18, co-sponsored by the Somerset County Sheriff's Office and Prosecutor's Office.
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Weekend Journey Through The Past
Twenty-six historic sites countywide will be open free to visitors Oct. 9 and 10, featuring history interpretations, exhibitions, programs, arts and more.
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Senior Artists Honored
The Board of Freeholders recognized local artists for participating in the Celebrating Senior Artists Exhibition.
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County Launches CAT-2R Shuttle
The route selected for the new CAT-2R shuttle provides more transportation options for seniors by connecting Raritan, Somerville and Bridgewater by mass transit, and fills a gap in bus service to RVCC.
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Pedestrian Bridge will Link Peters Brook Greenways
A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for a pedestrian bridge that will extend from Clarks Woods in Bridgewater, across US Route 202/206, to Mountain Avenue in Somerville. The bridge is part of a Peters Brook Greenway Extension Project.
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Historic Sites Guide
Find historic sites to visit in Somerset County. Take a look at our updated online guide.
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Nominations Sought
The Somerset County Office for the Disabled is seeking nominations for its 2010 Disabled Advocate Awards Program.
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Prescription Savings Program
This program has saved Somerset County residents close to $1 million since its inception seven years ago. There are no age restrictions and the annual fee is low.
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E-Newsletter, Alerts & More
Sign up for our free e-newsletter and free email alerts. You also can follow Somerset County on Twitter and Facebook.
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Tutors Sought
Volunteers are being sought, by the county Office of Volunteers, to tutor school children who need help with their studies. There is a waiting list of children needing tutor assistance.
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Probating A Will
The Surrogate's Office has updated its free booklet on "How To Probate A Will."
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Foreclosure Assistance Programs
There are a number of local and state programs that can help residents facing foreclosure.
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Foreclosure Mediation Program
The county Division of Consumer Protection has brochures in English and Spanish describing the free N.J. Judiciary Foreclosure Mediation Program.
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Food Donations Needed
Residents may bring donations of canned goods and other non-perishable food to any First Saturday of the Month Recycling Drop-off. Demand at local food banks has increased due to the economic downturn. Your donation will be much appreciated.
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Emergency Preparedness
Somerset County residents are encouraged to develop a family disaster kit, including provisions for pets. Here are some links to help get you started.
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Crisis Counseling Available
The Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center provides crisis counseling and ongoing treatment for Somerset County residents who have experienced a disaster-related trauma and for those who are struggling to cope with the recent economic downturn. Call toll-free: 1-888-744-4417 and follow the prompts for the Assessment Center.  Additional information about free support groups around New Jersey offered by the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey is available at http://www.umdnj.edu under News / Events.