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Patsy Ragonese has been apprehended. Thank you to all for the assistance in locating this fugitive.
08/17/2026

Patsy Ragonese has been apprehended. Thank you to all for the assistance in locating this fugitive.

🩸 Memorial Blood Drive Honoring Thomas & John Gorman 🩸Join us on September 10 & 11, 2026, from 8:00 AM–4:00 PM at the St...
08/14/2026

🩸 Memorial Blood Drive Honoring Thomas & John Gorman 🩸

Join us on September 10 & 11, 2026, from 8:00 AM–4:00 PM at the Steeplechase Cancer Center in Somerville as we honor the lives and service of brothers Thomas and John Gorman.

Port Authority Police Officer Thomas Gorman donated blood on September 10, 2001—just one day before losing his life on September 11. His brother, John, later passed away from a 9/11-related illness.

Help us honor their legacy by giving the gift of life. ❤️🇺🇸

Steeplechase Cancer Center - Conference Room 1
30 Rehill Avenue
Somerville, NJ 08876

SOMERSET COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE - AUGUST FUGITIVE OF THE MONTHPATSY RAGONESEDOB: 03/29/1991HEIGHT: 5’9WEIGHT: 130HAI...
08/12/2026

SOMERSET COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE - AUGUST FUGITIVE OF THE MONTH

PATSY RAGONESE
DOB: 03/29/1991
HEIGHT: 5’9
WEIGHT: 130
HAIR: BROWN
EYES: BROWN
TATTOOS: N/A

LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: BASKING RIDGE, NJ (SOMERSET COUNTY)

WANTED FOR: PATSY RAGONESE is wanted by the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office for Failure to Appear (FTA) for Recovery Court for originating charges of (3) Counts of 3rd Degree Possession of CDS 2C:35-10a(1) and (1) Count of Possession of CDS with Intent to Distribute 2C:35-5b(11) which occurred during December of 2020 (Pequannock, Morris County), June of 2021 (Bernards Township, Somerset County), January of 2022 (Warren Township, Somerset County), and January of 2023 (Lacey Township, Ocean County). In addition, Ragonese has two bench warrants out of Union County for 4th Degree Identity Theft 2C:21-17a (Springfield) and Posssession of CDS 2C:35-10a (Plainfield).

A warrant has been issued for his arrest.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of this individual should contact the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Fugitive Unit. You SHOULD NOT take any police-action yourself other than to contact the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Fugitive Unit at (908) 231-7100 or via the STOPit app. The STOPit app allows citizens to provide anonymous reports including videos and photos. STOPit can be downloaded to your smart phone for free at the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, access code: SOMERSETNJ. Information can also be provided through the Somerset County Tip Line at 1-888-577-TIPS (8477) or SCPO.TIPS. All anonymous STOPit reports and tips will be kept confidential.

PLEASE DO NOT POST TIPS ON BERNARDS TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT SOCIAL MEDIA.

Another incredible Bernards Township National Night Out is in the books! 🚓 🦉🚒 🚁 🚑 🌭 🍿☕️ 🐕 🎣 🚤 Here are just a few highli...
08/07/2026

Another incredible Bernards Township National Night Out is in the books! 🚓 🦉🚒 🚁 🚑 🌭 🍿☕️ 🐕 🎣 🚤

Here are just a few highlights from an amazing evening of community, fun, and partnership. Thank you to everyone who came out to spend the night with us and to all of the volunteers, participating agencies, organizations, and community partners who helped make this event such a tremendous success. Your time, dedication, and support made it a memorable night for everyone.

We are proud to serve such an engaged and supportive community and look forward to seeing you again next year!

🐾 National Night Out Spotlight: Meet K9 Ricky! 🐾When you join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 PM...
08/02/2026

🐾 National Night Out Spotlight: Meet K9 Ricky! 🐾

When you join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 PM, be sure to stop by and meet one of Somerset County Sheriff’s Office’s four-legged partners—K9 Ricky!

K9 Ricky is a Belgian Malinois who joined the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit as an Explosives Detection K-9. Named in honor of fallen K9 Rik of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, Ricky carries on a legacy of courage and service.

Handled by Sheriff’s Officer Sean Dowling, Ricky completed an intensive 13-week Explosives Detection Handler/Trainer Course and graduated from the Explosive Detection K9 Academy at the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office.

K9 Ricky is trained to detect 27 explosive odors, as well as gunshot residue, and responds to emergency calls and planned security sweeps throughout the county to help keep our communities safe.

Come say hello, learn about the incredible work of explosives detection K-9 teams, and see why these highly trained partners are such an important part of law enforcement.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you there! 🐕💙🚓

We’re honored to welcome New Jersey Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 4 Kristina Sofchak, who will be piloting t...
07/31/2026

We’re honored to welcome New Jersey Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 4 Kristina Sofchak, who will be piloting the Black Hawk helicopter as it lands at National Night Out!

CW4 Sofchak has built an extraordinary career of leadership, courage, and service. She made history as New Jersey’s first female Black Hawk Maintenance Test Pilot. From the Pine Barrens of New Jersey to the skies over Iraq, she has dedicated her career to serving our nation.

Her remarkable accomplishments include:
***Deploying as both a Test Pilot and MEDEVAC Pilot to Afghanistan in 2019.
***Earning the Combat Action Badge after helping rescue someone while under enemy fire.
***Becoming her battalion’s first female Battalion Aviation Maintenance Officer in 2021, overseeing the maintenance and readiness of 23 Black Hawk helicopters and 4 Lakota aircraft.
***Qualifying in every aircraft currently in the New Jersey Army National Guard inventory: UH-60L Black Hawk, UH-60M Black Hawk, and UH-72A Lakota.
🇺🇸 Most recently, leading the movement and maintenance planning for Chinooks, Apaches, Black Hawks, and MEDEVAC aircraft from five different states for a multi-state training mission at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC).

Please join us in giving CW4 Sofchak a warm Bernards Township welcome and thanking her for her incredible service, dedication, and leadership. We are proud to feature such an inspiring role model for our community!

🚁 Don’t miss the Black Hawk helicopter landing at approx 6:30pm on 8/4 at National Night Out! It’s sure to be one of the evening’s highlights.

Read more and be inspired:
https://www.war.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/1479163/face-of-defense-soldier-breaks-through-glass-ceiling/

🚁 Aug. 4th National Night Out Spotlight: Meet Our Black Hawk Pilot! 🇺🇸We’re honored to welcome New Jersey Army National ...
07/31/2026

🚁 Aug. 4th National Night Out Spotlight: Meet Our Black Hawk Pilot! 🇺🇸

We’re honored to welcome New Jersey Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 4 Kristina Sofchak, who will be piloting the Black Hawk helicopter as it lands at National Night Out!

CW4 Sofchak has built an extraordinary career of leadership, courage, and service. She made history as New Jersey’s first female Black Hawk Maintenance Test Pilot. From the Pine Barrens of New Jersey to the skies over Iraq, she has dedicated her career to serving our nation.

Her remarkable accomplishments include:
***Deploying as both a Test Pilot and MEDEVAC Pilot to Afghanistan in 2019.
***Earning the Combat Action Badge after helping rescue someone while under enemy fire.
***Becoming her battalion’s first female Battalion Aviation Maintenance Officer in 2021, overseeing the maintenance and readiness of 23 Black Hawk helicopters and 4 Lakota aircraft.
***Qualifying in every aircraft currently in the New Jersey Army National Guard inventory: UH-60L Black Hawk, UH-60M Black Hawk, and UH-72A Lakota.
🇺🇸 Most recently, leading the movement and maintenance planning for Chinooks, Apaches, Black Hawks, and MEDEVAC aircraft from five different states for a multi-state training mission at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC).

Please join us in giving CW4 Sofchak a warm Bernards Township welcome and thanking her for her incredible service, dedication, and leadership. We are proud to feature such an inspiring role model for our community!

🚁 Don’t miss the Black Hawk helicopter landing at approx 6:30pm on 8/4 at National Night Out! It’s sure to be one of the evening’s highlights.

Read more and be inspired:
https://www.war.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/1479163/face-of-defense-soldier-breaks-through-glass-ceiling/

The countdown is on! National Night Out is happening this Tuesday, August 4, and we can’t wait to see everyone at the Be...
07/31/2026

The countdown is on! National Night Out is happening this Tuesday, August 4, and we can’t wait to see everyone at the Bernards Township Municipal Complex beginning at 6:00 PM!

Join us for an evening of fun, food, demonstrations, vehicle displays, activities for the whole family, and the opportunity to meet the officers and first responders who proudly serve our community. Be sure to meet our new Community Safety Ambassador, Bernie the Owl, and stick around for the outdoor showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at 8:15 PM!

📍 Tuesday, August 4 | 6:00 PM
📍 Bernards Township Municipal Complex (1 Collyer Lane)
🚗 Event parking is available at Ridge High School.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Congratulations to the graduates of the Somerset County Police Youth Week! You all have grown and learned strength, dete...
07/23/2026

Congratulations to the graduates of the Somerset County Police Youth Week! You all have grown and learned strength, determination and discipline during the course of the week. We look forward to seeing all the continued growth from the graduates, and hopefully one day, seeing them serve the citizens of Somerset County!

We’re proud and thankful for the great team of volunteers from the many departments in Somerset County, especially our own, Sgt. Phil Jasina! Great job to all!

Please join us in congratulating the members of the Bernards Township Police Department on their well-earned promotions!...
07/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating the members of the Bernards Township Police Department on their well-earned promotions!

- Lieutenant Mark Neri
- Sergeant Christopher Albanese
- Sergeant Anthony Severino
- Corporal JD Moore
- Corporal Alec McCrea
- Corporal Kendall Kulik

We are also proud to welcome our newest officers to the department:

- Officer Justin Gladden
- Officer Logan Malina
- Officer Aidan Benjamin

Congratulations to all on this exciting milestone. We wish our promoted supervisors and newest officers continued success as they serve the Bernards Township community with professionalism, integrity, and dedication. Welcome to the team, and thank you for your commitment to keeping our community safe!

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1 Collyer Lane
Basking Ridge, NJ
07920

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