In New Jersey, There’s a Bridge That Carries One Waterway Over Another
At Scudder's Mills, New Jersey's historic D&R Canal crosses above the Millstone River on an aqueduct that has carried water over water since 1868.…
At New Jersey’s Boardwalks, They’ll Deep Fry Just About Anything
From fried Oreos to cheesecake and Uncrustables, Seaside Heights and Wildwood turn the deep fryer into part of the classic Jersey Shore experience.…
New Jersey Town Erected a Monument on Site Where Ronald Reagan Misread Meaning Behind “Born in the USA”
A roadside rock in Hammonton marks Ronald Reagan's 1984 campaign visit and the speech that sparked his famous clash with Bruce Springsteen's music.…
Buffalo police search for missing 15-year-old girl
BUFFALO, NY — The Buffalo Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Courtney Young, who was reported missing. Young, a white female with red hair and brown eyes, was…
Boston police replace stolen Christmas gifts for 25 families after break-in
BOSTON — After a break-in at the Great Hall in Codman Square Health Center left gifts for 25 low-income families stolen, Boston police officers and community members came together to restore holiday…
Ohio man charged with murder after allegedly shaking, slamming baby who later died
PIQUA, OH — A 34-year-old Ohio man is facing murder charges after allegedly admitting to violently shaking and slamming a 1-year-old girl’s head on the floor, causing fatal injuries, authorities said. Michael…
Cumberland prepares for New Year’s Eve celebration with temporary traffic changes
CUMBERLAND, MD — The city’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration and ball drop will take place downtown on Tuesday, December 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., prompting several temporary traffic changes…
Toms River offers winter watercolor painting class with local artist
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Residents looking to explore their artistic side can join the “Winter Wonderland Watercolor Painting Class” led by Leona Lavone of the Ocean County Artists Guild on January 14.…
New York Governor Declares NYC Transit Hub as Seven Levels of Hell, After Saying Subway is Perfectly Safe
NEW YORK, NY — During a televised appearance on “The View,” New York Governor Kathy Hochul described Penn Station as akin to “the seven layers of hell” and labeled the Port Authority…
Guinness World Record holder, New Jersey’s Kingda Ka, world’s tallest roller coaster to be demolished
JACKSON, N.J. — If you were excited to hear news about a re-envisioned Kingda Ka rollercoaster making a debut in the future at Six Flags Great Adventure, you’re about to be disappointed.…
Pitbull in Barnegat awaits adoption as shelter spotlights Carson
BARNEGAT, N.J. — The Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter is highlighting Carson, a 6-year-old pit bull, as he waits for a forever home after the holidays. Carson, described as having a shiny…
Elderly man found burned, in serious condition, inside NYC’s Penn Station
NEW YORK, NY — A man was discovered with burn injuries at Penn Station on Friday night, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The man, initially identified as 56 but later…
Prince George’s County woman wins $50,000 Maryland Lottery prize, pays off new windows
GREENBELT, MD — A Prince George’s County woman is celebrating a $50,000 lottery win that came just in time to cover the cost of new windows for her home. The long-time Maryland…
Man fatally shot outside Midtown Manhattan building; no arrests made
MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NEW YORK – A 35-year-old man was shot and killed early Saturday morning outside a building on West 49th Street, police said. Officers responded to a 911 call reporting a…
New York City Cop Arrested on Rape Charge in Harlem
EAST HARLEM, NEW YORK – An off-duty NYPD officer was arrested on Friday evening in Manhattan’s East Harlem neighborhood on charges that include first-degree rape and second-degree strangulation, authorities confirmed. Samuel Sierra,…
Maryland college student wins $1 million on Lottery scratch-off
COCKEYSVILLE, MD — A college student from Cockeysville has joined the millionaire’s club after winning $1 million on the Maryland Lottery’s $20 scratch-off game, Millionaire’s Club. The young player, who started playing…
Allentown man charged with attempted homicide and arson in West Cedar Street fire
ALLENTOWN, PA — A 60-year-old Allentown man has been arrested and charged with attempted homicide, aggravated arson, and other felonies in connection with a fire that damaged multiple homes and displaced dozens…
Baltimore man arrested with first-degree murder, killing his 64-year-old mother
BALTIMORE — Homicide detectives have arrested and charged 25-year-old Ajay Wiggins in connection with the killing of his mother, 64-year-old Joyce Gaskins, at their home in the 1600 block of Druid Hill…
Maryland man turned holy water into whiskey at Christmas Eve services
LEONARDTOWN, MD — A St. Mary’s County man faces multiple charges after disrupting Christmas Eve services at two local churches, where he disturbed parishioners, threw objects, and allegedly threatened to harm attendees,…
Two injured in Friday shootings across Baltimore
BALTIMORE — A violent Friday in Baltimore left two people injured in an East North Avenue shooting and a man dead in a separate homicide on Druid Hill Avenue, according to police.…
Cherry Hill’s K-9 Mai retires after decade of service
CHERRY HILL, NJ — K-9 Mai, a decorated member of the Cherry Hill Police Department, is retiring at the end of the year following 10 years of dedicated service alongside her handler,…
Utica man charged with kidnapping after 20-hour standoff with police
UTICA, NY — A 55-year-old man is facing multiple charges, including kidnapping, after a 20-hour standoff with police at a high-rise apartment building that began on December 26 and ended peacefully the…
Destiny USA mall reopens after threat leads to temporary closure
SYRACUSE, NY — Destiny USA, one of the largest malls in New York, reopened Friday following a temporary closure prompted by a specific and actionable threat, authorities said. Police reported Friday night…