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Write-ins Win Warren BOE, Garafola Earns 7th Term, Car Burglaries Top Local News

Warren Township Library will close Monday for painting and other work also makes headlines.

Police Receive Four Motor Vehicle Break-In Reports on Thursday

Warren Township police received four reports on Thursday that residents' vehicles had been broken into at some point the previous night, and that items ranging from electronics equipment, to a wallet with cash, and also three bottles of wine had been taken, according to a police report issued on Friday. No arrests were reported by police.

Watchung Hills Warriors Drop Senior Night Game to Undefeated Ridge

The fans came out in full force for Senior Night at Watchung Hills' final game of the regular season — but it was tough going against the undefeated Ridge team.

Warren Library to Close Monday for Painting, Other Projects

The Warren Township branch of the Somerset County library system, a hub for many activities, will be closed starting Monday, likely into early December, to allow for painting and other projects. Some programs will be relocated.


Fallon, Morrison Elected as Warren Representatives to Watchung Hills School Board

Strong showing for new new members of Watchung Hills HS Regional School Board chosen from among three candidates with one, Peter Fallon, only having been off the board for a year.

Carolann Garafola Glides into 7th Term on Warren Township Committee

Certainly one of the most recognizable faces around town, Warren Township Committeewoman Carolann Garafola received more than 3,000 votes to return her to office, even running unopposed.

Official Results Confirm Write-In Wins for Warren Township School Board

For a long time, there was only one candidate, incumbent James Sena, seeking election to the three available seats on the Warren Township school board. Then, three write-in candidates joined the race, and on Tuesday, two of those, Celeste Campos and Lisa DiMaggio, won spots.


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