North Plainfield, NJ Local News, Events, and Information

Raritan Tue. Oct 28 2025

First Eastern Equine Encephalitis Case for New Jersey in 2025

Detected in a 3-year-old gelding in Burlington, NJ

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Bound Brook Tue. Oct 28 2025

Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Arrest of South Bound Brook Man on Child Sex Abuse Charges

Communicating with the minor via a social media platform and possessing child sexual abuse materials.

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Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Arrest of South Bound Brook Man on Child Sex Abuse Charges

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Raritan Tue. Oct 28 2025

Important Information Regarding November 2025 SNAP Benefits

November 2025 SNAP benefits will not be available on November 1.

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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Fri. Oct 24 2025

North Plainfield - Free Pancake Breakfast - October 25th 9am to Noon
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Fri. Oct 24 2025

North Plainfield - Halloween Parad - October 26th
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Oct 21 2025

North Plainfield - Holy Cross Pumpkin Patch - Vendor Days - October 25th - 10am - 5pm
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Thu. Oct 9 2025

North Plainfield Pumpkin Patch at The Church of the Holy Cross - 10/5 -10/31
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Thu. Oct 9 2025

North Plainfield - Give Back Nights at Outback Steakhouse for North Plainfield Flood Victims 10/6-10/10
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Thu. Oct 9 2025

Third Annual Homebuyer Fair - Plainfield, NJ on November 1st
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Thu. Sep 25 2025

North Plainfield Fall Festival - September 27th - Rain or Shine
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Donnella Tilery North Plainfield Public Notices and Press Releases - Sat. Aug 23 2025

City of Plainfield / The Drake House Museum and The City of Plainfield - Backpack Giveaway
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Raritan Mon. Oct 27 2025

Where to go vote for 2025 - Election Day is November 4, 2025.

In-Person Early Voting Started October 25. Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

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Raritan Mon. Oct 27 2025

Ben’s Original™ Issues Voluntary Recall of Select Ben's Original Long Grain White, Whole Grain Brown, and Long Grain & Wild Ready Rice

ICYMI - This recall is limited only to the batch codes and best-by dates. ( Read in the article)

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Somerset County COVID-19 Statistics

North Plainfield and Somerset County COVID-19 Coverage and Statistics

There have been 99,032 cases in a county with a population of 328,934

n/a cases per 100,000

n/a infection rate

680 deaths

Raritan Mon. Oct 27 2025

Sustainable Jersey for Schools Awards Bronze Certification to SCVTHS

Sustainable Jersey is celebrating 10 years of awarding certification to school districts.

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Sustainable Jersey for Schools Awards Bronze Certification to SCVTHS

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Raritan Fri. Oct 24 2025

Gen Z's Fashion Paradox: 65% Want Quality Over Fast Fashion, But Price Remains Barrier--Jovani Responds with Designer Prom Line Under $500

Jovani, which dresses over 500,000 high school students annually for prom, is launching a designer-quality line under $500 for its 2026 prom collection.

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Gen Z's Fashion Paradox: 65% Want Quality Over Fast Fashion, But Price Remains Barrier--Jovani Responds with Designer Prom Line Under $500

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Raritan Fri. Oct 24 2025

RVCC Lecture to Focus on Technology’s Effects on Students’ Learning Experience, Mental Health

Twenge’s lecture will focus on how Gen Z’s upbringing has been impacted by technology.

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RVCC Lecture to Focus on Technology’s Effects on Students’ Learning Experience, Mental Health

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Raritan Fri. Oct 24 2025

Somerset County Park Commission Celebrates Veterans Day with Free Golf for Veterans and Active-Duty Military Personnel

Eligible Golfers Will Be Given Early Access to Tee Times on Four Select Golf Locations to Ensure Access to the Offer

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Raritan Fri. Oct 24 2025

Where to Get Food Assistance in Somerset County During the SNAP Disruption

The Somerset County.gov website offers resources for the community.

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Where to Get Food Assistance in Somerset County During the SNAP Disruption

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Raritan Thu. Oct 23 2025

Donna Jamison Cave Named CEO of Peddler’s Village

The board of directors appoints the daughter of the Peddler’s Village creators to lead the family-owned business.

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Donna Jamison Cave Named CEO of Peddler’s Village

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Raritan Thu. Oct 23 2025

RVCC Planetarium’s November Programs to Include Sensory-Friendly Show, Guided Meditation Experience

The Sky Above, a sensory-friendly astronomy and music show, will run Saturday, November 1, at 5 p.m.

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RVCC Planetarium’s November Programs to Include Sensory-Friendly Show, Guided Meditation Experience

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