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Why isn’t the Republican majority on the Township Committee more pro-active in planning ahead, with the goal of minimizing overdevelopment and serving the actual needs of our community?
This month’s True Blue is a double feature starring two residents with strong records of fiscal responsibility, and a demonstrated ability to lift those up around them. The best news? They’re our 2025 candidates for Bernards Township Committee – Brett Hodges and John Tompkins. The combination of heart and professionalism brought to bear by Brett […]
Hello! March has rolled in and with it another birthday for me. We celebrated with a visit to our daughter in Boston, and enjoyed a walking tour of the Freedom Trail, highlighting areas leading up to and influencing the American Revolution. Our tour guide, a retired history teacher from Austin, TX, brought to life the […]
Wow…did the BTDC make a difference! Steve Katz, Executive Director of the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, spoke to a large crowd of attendees at the BTDC’s February open meeting and explained the organization’s ongoing needs as they work to meet the demands of residents facing food insecurity. Steve spoke to their current challenges […]
🌏 CELEBRATE EARTH DAY! HELP US GET THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER TRAILS READY FOR OUR COMMUNITY TO ENJOY. Tuesday, April 22 9a-12pAges 14+ Environmental Education Center190 Lord Stirling Rd. Please be prepared to work on the trails – we recommend wearing long pants, long sleeves, old shoes. Bring garden gloves, sunscreen, water, and snack. Tools […]
Save the date and join us for the official kick off! SATURDAY, MAY 10 @ 11AM – HARRY DUNHAM PARK PAVILION Refreshments, special guests, and your chance to meet the candidates!
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📢 Robert Edwards, blogger and author of RESISTING THE RIGHT, will be joining us Tuesday, April 1st at our monthly meeting! If you are at a loss for how to cope with the current administration, Bob—a former Army intelligence officer—began thinking about it four years ago, and explains in his book, RESISTING THE RIGHT: HOW […]
The Bernards Township Democratic Committee has endorsed Brett Hodges and John Tompkins for Bernards Township Committee. Both candidates have strong ties and demonstrated service to the local community. BTDC Chair, Jane Conklin, said, “I am extremely proud to be able to put forth two candidates who embody our democratic values in dedicating their lives to […]
The Bernards Township Democratic Committee (BTDC) Civic Scholarship, founded in 2019, is awarded to a Ridge High School student entering their first year of college or senior year of high school who aspires to foster civic engagement and democratic values. The chosen applicant will receive $1,000. The recipient will also receive the opportunity for […]
Over the past 20 years Heartworks and its founder, Bernardsville resident Megan McDowell, have made it their mission to show love and support for people living through the first 14 months of grief, serious illness or natural disaster. Megan was inspired to establish Heartworks in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World […]