About the Bridgewater, Flemington and Hunterdon County, New Jersey Area 

BRIDGEWATER 

LOCATION
Bridgewater is conveniently located with easy access to airports and surrounding cities. Interstate 287 accesses Bridgewater, running through town in a north-south direction, as does Highway 206. 178 runs through town in the opposite direction, traveling east to west. Highway 22 and Highway 202 also terminate near Bridgewater. New York City is only a 40-mile drive from Bridgewater, and Philadelphia is 60 miles to the south. The nearest Airport is Somerset Airport, however, Bridgewater's central location gives you access to Newark International Airport, only 40 minutes away, and Lehigh Valley International Airport in Allentown, PA, a 55-minute drive. 

HISTORY/POPULATION
Bridgewater occupies an area of approximately thirty-three square miles. The city was originally purchased from the Native Americans, and became incorporated in 1899. Originally a farming town, Bridgewater has since diversified and grown, and is now home to some 42,940 people, and a varied economic environment. Bridgewater has attracted such blue chip companies as AT&T and Johnson & Johnson, as well as a host of small businesses, boutiques, and specialists catering to the growing population. 

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
For sports fans, the Somerset Patriots are a big attraction. Games are scheduled throughout the year. The Bridgewater Commons Mall is the place for shoppers, offering a wide selection of shops and stores. Bridgewater is also a haven for nature lovers, with numerous trails and parks to explore, as well as a wide range of outdoor recreational activities. 

EDUCATION
There are seven elementary schools in Bridgewater, as well as one middle school and three high schools. Bridgewater Raritan High School is worthy of special mention for receipt of the New Jersey Star School Award from the New Jersey State Department of Education. This the highest honor awarded by the department. The school was also the recipient of the Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award from the U.S. Department of Education. Beyond the awards, the statistical record of the school is strong; 99.3% of students pass High School Proficiency Tests and 90% of graduating students go on to college. Bridgewater is also home to the Somerset County Technical Institute offering one-year enrollment courses to some 700 students in the technical fields. 

HEALTHCARE
The closest hospital, the Somerset Medical Center, is the place to turn for everything from emergency services, to maternal care, to surgical and rehabilitation services. The Matheny School and Hospital is another local choice in Peapack. The Somerset Surgical Center in Bridgewater was founded in 1995 by a group of surgeons whose specialty was orthopedic surgery and pain management. Bridgewater is also served by the Somerset Orthopedic Associates, a group of 7 orthopedic doctors. 

FLEMINGTON 

LOCATION
Flemington is located in Hunterdon County, to the north and slightly west of Philadelphia, and south west of New York City. This location gives Flemington residents easy access to the thrills and conveniences of big city life. Highway 31 and the 202 are the major highways leading through town. 12 also ends in Flemington. 202 connects Flemington to Bridgewater. Flemington's location is close enough to the east coast to allow day trips to the ocean and beaches. 

HISTORY/POPULATION
Flemington covers a total area of 1.1 square miles and the population stands at 4200. Flemington generated huge publicity in 1935 during the trial of the murderer of Charles Lindbergh's young son. Six hundred reporters descended on the city during the trial, culminating dramatically on February 13, 1935, when Bruno Richard Hauptmann was found guilty. 

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
Flemington is very well known for it's outlet shopping. The Liberty Village Premium Outlets are a big attraction, featuring over 60 premium outlet stores. There are also numerous quaint theme parks and attractions which cater to families looking for some fun to enjoy together. The so-called Flemington castle is the oldest house in Flemington and is open to the public by appointment. Flemington's central location also gives residents access to the wide variety of entertainment available in Philadelphia and New York City, as well as smaller surrounding cities. 

EDUCATION
Flemington has four elementary schools, a middle school, and two high schools, as well two private schools. Of course, the location of the city offers you all of the educational opportunities of New York City and Philadelphia within an hour's commute. 

HEALTHCARE
Hunterdon Medical Center is a 176-bed facility affiliated with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. It was founded in 1953 and operates as a nonprofit community hospital to serve the residents of Flemington. Hunterdon Medical Center has an emergency department and cancer center and offers help in a wide range of areas. 

HUNTERDON COUNTY 

LOCATION
Hunterdon County is located in New Jersey and is accessed by Interstate 95, Interstate 295, and Highway 1, all of which run through the county. 

HISTORY/POPULATION
Hunterdon was first settled in the late 1690's, although historians are divided as to whether these early settlers were English Quakers migrating from near Trenton, or farmers of Dutch and Scottish ancestry. In any case, Hunterdon got its name from Robert Hunter, Royal Governor of New York and New Jersey. Hunterdon today retains much of the charm of its agricultural heritage in the form of old buildings that have been preserved and restored. 

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
Hunterdon County special attractions include the Black River and Western Railroad and Northlandz. These theme-oriented parks are a big draw to both tourists and locals alike. The Liberty Village Premium Outlets is a big attraction for shoppers. Pine Creek Miniature Golf brings families looking for an afternoon of fun and games. 

EDUCATION
Hunterdon County is home to numerous schools at all grade levels, as well as technical and vocational schools. The Hunterdon Central Regional High School has a student/faculty ratio at 11.4 to 1. The school also received high marks for computer and internet access for students. 99.6% of students passed the High School Proficiency Test and 93% of them plan to go on to college. 

HEALTHCARE
Hunterdon Medical Center is a 176-bed facility affiliated with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. It was founded in 1953 and operates as a non-profit community hospital to serve the residents of Flemington. Hunterdon Medical Center has an emergency department and cancer center and offers help in a wide range of areas. 

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