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Kean visits Washington Township police ahead of FY25 funding request

By Somerset Times | Aug 9, 2024

Yesterday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) visited the Washington Township Police Department in Morris County to gain insight into local law enforcement needs ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion. Congressman Kean has requested $560,000 for Washington Township in this year’s FY25 appropriation process. The funding would be used for communication technology upgrades for emergency operations of the police department to address the growing needs of the community.

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Kean visits proposed FY25 project site at Delaware River Park

By Somerset Times | Aug 8, 2024

Last week, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) toured the Delaware River Park in Phillipsburg alongside Mayor Randy Piazza, Warren County Commissioner Director James Kern, and local leaders. The visit aimed to gain insight into the potential impact and benefits of the proposed park revitalization ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion. Congressman Kean has requested $2,400,000 for the Town of Phillipsburg in this year’s FY25 appropriation process. The funding would be allocated to revitalize the existing Delaware River Park for recreational purposes, focusing on building...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Somerset County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Somerset Times | Aug 7, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Somerset County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Student body in Somerset County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Somerset Times | Aug 7, 2024

Enrollment data for the three universities in Somerset County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Somerset County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 3

By Somerset Times | Aug 7, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Somerset County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Kean advocates $1 million for lead service line replacement in Hopatcong

By Somerset Times | Aug 5, 2024

(August 5, 2024) HOPATCONG, NJ – Last week, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) met with Hopatcong Mayor Marie Galate ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion to gain insight into the new lead service line replacements in Hopatcong, Sussex County. Congressman Kean requested $1,000,000 for the Borough of Hopatcong in this year’s FY25 appropriation process. This funding would be used for completing the initial phase of lead service line replacements along various roadways in Hopatcong.

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Somerset Times area weekly mass times

By Somerset Times | Aug 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Somerset Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Somerset County in week ending July 27?

By Somerset Times | Aug 2, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Somerset County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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FDA: 1 company in cities within Somerset County received 5 citations in July

By Somerset Times | Aug 2, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Somerset County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in July, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Kean presents $120K check to enhance disability services

By Somerset Times | Aug 2, 2024

On August 2, 2024, in Washington, NJ, Congressman Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) presented a $120,000 ceremonial check to the Abilities of Northwest Jersey. This funding was secured through the FY2024 Community Project Funding process and aims to enhance training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities via classroom and distance learning.

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Congressman Tom Kean presents $277K check for public safety enhancements

By Somerset Times | Aug 2, 2024

On August 1, 2024, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) presented a $277,000 ceremonial check to the Borough of Mount Arlington. The funding was secured through the FY2024 Community Project Funding process and will be used for purchasing security cameras and automated license plate readers for public spaces in Mount Arlington, including municipal buildings, facilities, parks, attractions, and points of entry.

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How many companies in cities in Somerset County received FDA inspections in July?

By Somerset Times | Aug 2, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Somerset County that received two FDA inspections in July, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.