Charlie Dwyer

Charlie Dwyer is our New Jersey area news reporter. Dwyer reports on New Jersey news and events at the shore and beyond. Charlie covers New Jersey regional news. Charlie is a freelancer working for Shore News Network under a pen name.

New Jersey Issues World Cup Travel Warning: Only Use State Endorsed Transportation

State officials say fans who fail to secure approved travel plans in advance risk getting stuck in gridlock around MetLife Stadium. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New Jersey officials are warning soccer fans headed to FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife…

Chicago Bears Advance $5 Billion Stadium Move to Indiana After Illinois Talks Collapse

The Chicago Bears have taken a major step toward leaving Illinois after advancing plans for a $5 billion domed stadium in Indiana backed by more than $1 billion in state incentives. The Chicago Bears are moving forward with plans to…

New Jersey murder sentence sends Pennsylvania man to prison for 65 years

WOOLWICH TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Pennsylvania man convicted of fatally shooting his stepfather inside a South Jersey home during a heated family argument has been sentenced to 65 years in prison, closing…

Two metal handcuffs connected by a short chain on a bright orange background; one cuff is open.

Texas teen accused of luring boys on dating apps into robberies, police say

Suspects accused of targeting teenage victims in planned ambushes across Universal City. UNIVERSAL CITY, TX – A 17-year-old girl is accused of using online dating platforms to lure teenage boys into planned…

Ocean Township Man Charged for Stealing $268k From Employer

FREEHOLD, NJ – Mark A. Cocciardi, Jr., 46, of Ocean Township, has been charged with second-degree Theft by Deception, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago on Wednesday. The charge…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Police Investigating After Victim Shot Multiple Times at Red Bank Apartments

RED BANK, NJ – The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and the Red Bank Police Department are actively investigating a shooting incident that took place in Red Bank in July. On Tuesday, July…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Three Charged for Illegal Gun During Traffic Stop

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ – Following a motor vehicle stop on Wednesday, at around 10:17 p.m., Officer Joshua Sousa apprehended three Essex County men for weapons-related offenses. The silver Chrysler sedan was pulled…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Three Shot at Kearny House Party

KEARNY, NJ – Early Monday, a shooting incident took place at Vermella East apartment complex. The Kearny Police Department (KPD) reported that the incident happened around 1 am and resulted in three…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Linden Police Investigating Shooting

LINDEN, NJ – Recently, Linden Police officers were notified of a potential shooting on the 700 block of E. Henry St. The incident occurred late on Tuesday, at around 11:00 pm. Upon…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Multiple Vehicle Burglaries Reported in Holmdel

HOLMDEL, NJ – The Holmdel Police Department is currently investigating attempted break-ins of vehicles and a home that took place between 12:00 am and 1:00 am on Wednesday. The suspect’s vehicle is…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Juvenile Arrested in Fatal Crash is Actually an Adult Police Find

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has disclosed that the individual previously believed to be 22 years old, involved in a fatal crash in Manchester Township on August 3, is…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

South River Announces 2023 End of Summer Festival & Fireworks

SOUTH RIVER, NJ – South River Parks & Recreation has announced the 2023 End of Summer Festival & Fireworks to be held on Friday, August 11th. This year, the venue has been…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Teen Car Thief Crashes into Tree; Unsuccessfully Tries to Flee from Police

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – On August 4, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz reported the arrest of a 17-year-old from Seaside Heights. The juvenile faces…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Essex County Doc’s License Revoked for Impregnating Impaired Patient

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced the revocation of the medical license of Dr. Jashvant Amin, an internist and hematologist based in Orange,…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

U-Haul Stolen in Newark, Police Investigating

NEWARK, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director, Fritz G. Fragé, is asking to the public for assistance in identifying a male suspect believed to be involved in the theft of a 2022…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

NYPD Arrests One in Brutal Subway Mob Attack

NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department are still seeking the public’s cooperation in identifying and locating individuals linked to a robbery incident that occurred in July. Today, the…

No Drones, No Kites, No Balloons During Atlantic City Airshow

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – For the safety of the Atlantic City Air Show, a no-fly zone will be in place for drones, parasailing, kite flying, and other airborne devices. The restrictions apply…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

U.S. Marshals Capture Second Fugitive Long Branch Shooter in Ohio

FREEHOLD, NJ – Michael O’Rourke, 31, from Asbury Park, and Brianna L. Graziano, 27, of Tinton Falls, have been recently arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred in Long Branch. Both…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Police Find IEDs in Bedroom of Man During Overdose Medical 911 Call

CAMDEN, N.J. – U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced on Tuesday that Robert J. Moser, 31, of Mays Landing, New Jersey, has been charged with one count of possessing destructive devices. He…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Brick Township Police Department - FIle Photo

Ocean County Drug Bust Sends Lakewood Man to Jail

Brick Township, NJ – Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has recently announced that a collaborative investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies led to a significant drug bust in Brick Township. Detectives observed Raheem…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

First Legal Weed Shop Opens in Ocean County

SOUTH TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you enjoy legalized marijuana and live in Ocean County, your days of long drives to the nearest dispensaries are over. The new business, The Social Leaf…

Business News·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Police lights

Police Announce DWI Checkpoint in Egg Harbor Township

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Egg Harbor Township Police Department will soon team up with the Atlantic County Prosecutors Office to conduct a DWI Checkpoint. The Checkpoint will be in place…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

New Jersey Bans Loud Cars, Boom Parties

TRENTON, NJ – Acting Governor Nick Scutari approved legislation on Monday addressing noise violations from motor vehicles. The law, S-3131/A-4686, defines “nuisance motor vehicles” and establishes penalties for them, with a particular…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Pocono Township Cop Assaulted by Drunken Female Suspect

POCONO TWP, PA – On Saturday, officers from the Pocono Township Police Department were called to Toccoa Road regarding a reportedly violent and intoxicated female. Upon arrival, Linda J. Eason, 56, from…

Pennsylvania News·Police Blotter

Previous 1 … 102 103 104 105 106 … 459 Next