FreshPet Selects Bedminster for New Headquarters in Somerset County
BEDMINSTER, N.J. — FreshPet, a leading company in the healthy pet food sector, has announced its decision to establish its new headquarters in Bedminster, Somerset County. The announcement was celebrated with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by Somerset County Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson and Deputy Director Sara Sooy.
“We are so pleased FreshPet chose Bedminster in Somerset County for its new world headquarters, delivering healthy and sustainable meals for all our beloved pets,” said Director Robinson. “Somerset County looks forward to being a FreshPet partner for decades to come by continuing to support and invest in our residents, workforce, and infrastructure.”
The new pet-friendly office complex will serve as the national hub for FreshPet, furthering the company’s commitment to providing healthy and sustainable pet food options.
The selection of Somerset County underscores the region’s appeal for growing businesses, bolstered by robust support for local communities and investment in essential infrastructure.
FreshPet’s move to Bedminster is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the area, including job opportunities and increased business activity. The company’s presence aligns with Somerset County’s strategic vision of fostering a thriving business environment while enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
- D.C. Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years for String of Robberies
WASHINGTON — A D.C. man, Stephon Lee, has been sentenced to 129 months in prison following a spree of robberies that targeted various local businesses across the District.
Lee, who entered a guilty plea on April 19, faced charges that included two counts of armed Robbery, counts of robbery, one depend of tried armed robbery, and one depend of second-diploma theft. His sentencing took place on Friday. From April to July 2023, Lee’s criminal activities encompassed thefts at dry cleaners, fast-food outlets, a pharmacy, and two convenience stores. He typically chose times when these establishments were least crowded. In several instances, he resorted to violence when he could not easily access the money.
On April 5 at a dry cleaners on Alabama Avenue, Southeast, where Lee, feigning as a customer, assaulted an employee to force open the cash register. In another instance, on June 18, he snatched cash from a fast-food restaurant on Riggs Road, Northeast, after initially leaving under the guise of fetching money to pay. His robbery spree continued with aggressive tactics, including threatening a pharmacy employee with a knife on June 23 and violently breaking open a cash register at a food market on July 10 after being pepper-sprayed by a store employee.
This series of violent robberies concluded with Lee’s arrest and subsequent conviction, bringing some relief to the affected communities.
- $50K Powerball Ticket Sold in Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York Lottery announced that a third-prize-winning ticket for the July 27 Powerball drawing was sold in Staten Island.
The ticket, worth $50,000, was purchased at Bagel Deli located at 262 Arden Ave.
The Powerball numbers are drawn from a field of one to 69, while the red Power Ball is drawn from a separate field of one to 26. The Powerball drawing is televised every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m.
- ShotSpotter Alert Prompts Investigation of Shooting in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Md. — On Saturday evening, officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 1600 block of North Monroe Street, discovering a 27-year-old man with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
At approximately 8:34 p.m. on July 27, officers arrived at the scene and found the injured man, who was promptly transported to a local hospital by medics and is currently in stable condition.
Western District shooting detectives have taken over the investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the detectives at 410-396-2477. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or through their website.
