H1N1 Swine Flu
H1N1 flu vaccine now is available to all, not just high-risk groups.  Vaccination clinics are being offered in various Somerset County municipalities.
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H1N1 Flu Clinics

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Get the latest on Somerset County issues, events and programs.
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Easton Avenue Study
The public is invited to participate in a Feb. 11 meeting at the Franklin Township Library to discuss potential improvements to the Easton Avenue Corridor.
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'Bridge to Success'
A free, eight-week program for veterans, active military personnel and their significant others starts Feb. 16 in Somerville.
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Recycling Calendar for February
The Recycling Center will be closed Feb. 15 for Presidents’ Day. Curbside recycling pick-up in Bernards Township will be rescheduled to Feb. 16. The Recycling Center will be open Feb. 12, although other county offices will be closed in observance of the Lincoln’s Birthday holiday. For information, call 732-469-3363.

Visual Artists' Roundtable
This free program hosted by the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission has been rescheduled to Feb. 24.
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Ballpark Community Box
Requests are now being accepted to use the 30-seat community box at the TD Bank Ballpark.  To be eligible, applicants should be nonprofits or community organizations that are located in Somerset County or who have a facility based in the county and who serve county residents.
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Renewable-Energy Program Advances
The Board of Freeholders has approved funding through the county's Improvement Authority to begin a countywide Renewable-Energy Program.
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Tax Prep Help Available
Volunteers are ready to help low- and moderate-income residents prepare their tax returns. This free service is by appointment only and will continue through April 15.
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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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Beware of Scams
Residents are advised to be cautious when donating to new or unfamiliar charities.
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Prevent Lead Poisoning
The Somerset County Health Department wants parents of young children to know that lead poisoning remains an important issue throughout New Jersey and that prevention and early detection are important.
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Battery Recycling Changes
Starting Jan. 1, alkaline batteries can be thrown out in the regular trash. Rechargeable and button-cell batteries can be recycled at Recycling Center special recycling events. Rechargeable batteries also can be recycled at participating retail locations. Batteries no longer will be collected curbside.
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Recycling for Small Businesses
Starting Jan. 4, 2010, small businesses will be able to drop off materials for recycling at the county Recycling Center in Bridgewater.
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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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Brochure - English
Brochure - Spanish

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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Housing Rehabilitation Grants Available
Low- or moderate-income residents may apply for assistance under the Housing Rehabilitation Program.
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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.