Alexandria Mom Jessica Schroth Dies, 48 Alexandria Mom Jessica Schroth Dies, 48
Alexandria Mom Jessica Schroth Dies, 48 Alexandria resident Jessica "Jessy" Schroth died Tuesday, Aug. 8, after a recent illness, according to her obituary. She was 48 years old. Born in Peru, Jessy earned her doctor of dental surgery in Brazil, before her MBA in healthcare from George Washington University in May 2022. At GWU, she was accepted into the golden Key Hnor Society, and then the Presidential Management Fellows Program at HUD, her obit says. Jessy previously lived in Somerville, NJ; Madison and Green Bay, WI; Virginia Beach, VA; and Tampa, BL. Jessy is survived by her loving husband, John Schroth; her son, T…
Death Of Passionate North Jersey Music Teacher At 38 Prompts Outpour Of Scholarship Donations Death Of Passionate North Jersey Music Teacher At 38 Prompts Outpour Of Scholarship Donations
Death Of Passionate North Jersey Music Teacher At 38 Prompts Outpour Of Scholarship Donations Scholarship funds and tributes are pouring in on behalf of a passionate North Jersey music teacher and mother following her tragic passing at age 38. Meredith Sullivan Boyan, of New Vernon, died Thursday, August 10, leaving a legacy of “strength and courage,” her obituary says. Born in New Brunswick, Meredith was raised in Somerville and attended Somerville High School, where she participated in jazz, concert, and marching bands, as well as theater, and chorus before graduating in 2003. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in music education from the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Ru…
Tractor-Trailer Splits, Closing Route 78 In Somerset County (DEVELOPING) Tractor-Trailer Splits, Closing Route 78 In Somerset County (DEVELOPING)
Tractor-Trailer Splits, Closing Route 78 In Somerset County (Developing) A tractor-trailer split and closed a portion of Route 78 in Somerset County before dawn on Wednesday, July 26, developing reports say. The accident occurred on the eastbound ramp to the northbound exit 29 ramp at Route 287/US 202/US 206 in Bedminster around 4:30 a.m., according to 511NJ. Split tractor trailer on I-78 ramp eastbound ramp to northbound Exit 29 - I-287/US 202/US 206 (Bedminster Twp) All lanes closed https://t.co/Da1g0Dws9V — 511NJ I78 (@511nji78) July 26, 2023 All lanes remained shut down as of 8:20 a.m., though the exit to Route 287 south in Somerville was open. Spli…
Former NJ Man Sexually Abused Girls Ages 8 To 15 Then Relocated To Texas, Police Say Former NJ Man Sexually Abused Girls Ages 8 To 15 Then Relocated To Texas, Police Say
Former NJ Man Sexually Abused Girls Ages 8 To 15 Then Relocated To Texas, Police Say A 41-year-old Texas man has been arrested on accusations he sexually abused two minors in Somerset County. Janakiraman Somasundaram sexually assaulted one victim, a girl, who was between the ages of 8 and 11 at the time of the incidents, Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald said. A second victim told detectives she was sexually abused by Somasundaram when she was 15, McDonald said. Both instances happened in Raritan. Somasundaram was subsequently charged with various counts of second-degree sexual assault, third-degree endangering the welfare of a minor and fourth-degree c…
Hunterdon County Environmental Biologist, Talented Drummer Thomas Peck Dies, 44 Hunterdon County Environmental Biologist, Talented Drummer Thomas Peck Dies, 44
Hunterdon County Environmental Biologist, Talented Drummer Thomas Peck Dies, 44 Hunterdon County is mourning the loss of a lifelong resident, environmental biologist and talented drummer. Thomas Rudolph Peck died Tuesday, July 11 at Hunterdon Medical Center aged 44. Born in Somerville, Thomas lived in Clinton Township his entire life, his obituary says. After graduating from both North Hunterdon Regional High School in Annandale and Blair Academy in Blairstown, Thomas earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies from Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland. He was incredibly passionate about his work as an environmental field biologist, which showed in …
Driver Hospitalized After Striking Pole On Rt. 22 In Somerset County Driver Hospitalized After Striking Pole On Rt. 22 In Somerset County
Driver Hospitalized After Striking Pole On Rt. 22 In Somerset County A Route 22 driver was hospitalized after striking a pole off the highway during the evening on Sunday, July 9, responders said. The driver slammed into a pole on the eastbound side just after 8:10 p.m., the Finderne Fire Department said. The driver was treated at the scene before being taken to a nearby hospital by the Somerville Rescue Squad. The crash is being investigated by the Bridgewater Police Department.
36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206 36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206
36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206 A 36-inch water main break flooded Route 206 and shut down the highway Friday, June 30, authorities said. The break occurred near an NJAW facility around South Bridge Street in Somerville around 3:45 p.m., officials said. Avoid US 206 in the Somerville Hillsborough area. Large water main break. — WestNJFireAlerts (@fire_nj) June 30, 2023 Bridgewater residents: be advised, there is a break in a water line near a NJAW facility. Some residents may experience... Posted by Bridgewater Township Government on Friday, June 30, 2023 The northbound side of the highway north of CR 608/Dukes …
‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients ‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients
‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients Rosalinda “Linda” Virruso Giles will forever be remembered for her countless accomplishments, but more importantly, her compassionate nature. In fact, following her death from breast cancer last May, Linda has become the namesake of a program launched to lessen the burden for individuals and families navigating their own cancer journeys: Live Like Linda. “Linda was a remarkable woman who always thought of others first, positively impacting many lives with her kind words and thoughtful actions,” reads a GoFundMe created by Amy Giles. A Somerville native, Linda attended Bloomsburg College in…
‘Move Over Bruce And Bon Jovi:’ Somerville School Of Rockers Hope To Rep NJ In Multi-State Tour ‘Move Over Bruce And Bon Jovi:’ Somerville School Of Rockers Hope To Rep NJ In Multi-State Tour
‘Move Over Bruce And Bon Jovi:’ Somerville School Of Rockers Hope To Rep NJ In Multi-State Tour Eighteen rock n’ rollers from Somerset County are hoping to represent New Jersey in a multi-state tour this summer — and they’re asking for help from the community to make it happen. The School Of Rock House Band in Somerville has performed at several local venues throughout the state: Posted by Somerville School Of Rock on Monday, May 1, 2023 This is how we do it!!!!🤘🤘🤘#schoolofrock #midseasonshow #downtownsomervillenj #downtownsomerville #bridgewaternj #hillsboroughnj Posted by Somerville School Of Rock on Monday, March 27, 2023 Acquiring an impressive following, the group of youn…
Beloved Rutgers Equipment Manager Battling Cancer Sees Support From Athletes Beloved Rutgers Equipment Manager Battling Cancer Sees Support From Athletes
Beloved Rutgers Equipment Manager Battling Cancer Sees Support From Athletes Support is on the rise for a Rutgers University equipment manager and devoted dad following a heartbreaking cancer diagnosis. 1989 Rutgers graduate Ulysses Molina, aka "Uly,” has worked at the university for more than 30 years, currently managing equipment for the men's and women's lacrosse and soccer programs, according to a GoFundMe launched for his medical support. A resident of Somerville, Molina was recently diagnosed with throat cancer and must undergo a series of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, the fundraiser says. Meanwhile, he and his wife, Denise’s daughter, Isabella, grad…
Chronic 'Brake Checker' Arrested After Months Of Road Rage Incidents In Central Jersey: Police Chronic 'Brake Checker' Arrested After Months Of Road Rage Incidents In Central Jersey: Police
Chronic 'Brake Checker' Arrested After Months Of Road Rage Incidents In Central Jersey: Police Police say they've arrested a suspect believed to have been involved in multiple road rage incidents including "brake check" incidents over the course of three months. Mark Lauri, 40, of South Brunswick, has a history of suddenly stopping in front of others and erratic driving, Police Chief Raymond Hayducka said. His behavior "increases the potential for crashes." The incidents included at least two crashes on Route 1, and were the result of intentional acts dating back to Nov. 3, 2022, Hayducka said. That incident resulted in a crash. Two additional incidents took place hours apart o…
‘She Was A Hero:’ Somerset County Rescue Squad Vice President Stephanie Scheiderman Dies At 25 ‘She Was A Hero:’ Somerset County Rescue Squad Vice President Stephanie Scheiderman Dies At 25
‘She Was A Hero:’ Somerset County Rescue Squad Vice President Stephanie Scheiderman Dies At 25 Tributes are pouring in for dedicated EMT and Somerset County rescue squad vice president Stephanie Beth Scheiderman, who died at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Somerville on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at the age of 25. Born in Plainfield, Stephanie was raised in Green Brook, where she earned her Girl Scouts Silver Award and participated in theatre and color guard before graduating from Watchung Hills Regional High School in 2015, her obituary says. Stephanie also served as secretary of the Cameo Society of the Elizabeth Snyder-Continental Chapter of the NSDAR: New Jersey. Stephan…