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…

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…

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Vehicle Flees Traffic Stop Linked to Recent Shoplifting Incident in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – During a routine traffic stop for motor vehicle violations at the intersection of Fischer Boulevard and Merrimac, Patrol Officer Landmesser attempted to pull over a silver Honda Accord,…

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Dispute Over Debt Leads to Front Yard Brawl in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – One man was arrested after a dispute over allegedly owed money in Toms River ended in a front yard brawl and a police response. According to a police…

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New Jersey Law Would Ban Social Media Companies from Deplatforming Political Candidates

TRENTON, NJ – A groundbreaking bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to regulate social media websites by prohibiting the practice of selectively suspending, also known as “deplatforming,” candidates for office. The bill…

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New Jersey Law to Ban Phil Murphy Gas Car Ban, Gas Appliance Bans

TRENTON, NJ – Legislation recently introduced in New Jersey seeks to ensure that homeowners and businesses retain the right to choose fossil fuel-powered appliances for their kitchens. This move comes as a…

Teen Injured in Franklin Township Car Crash

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – A severe car crash on Canal Road resulted in critical injuries for a 17-year-old girl and non-life-threatening injuries for three other juveniles on Wednesday night. Franklin Township Public…

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Police End High-Speed Chase With Stolen Car Suspect After Police Car Damaged

ENGLEWOOD, NJ – A stolen 2019 Honda Pilot involved in a high-speed pursuit caused significant damage and led to a police cruiser being towed on Wednesday night. Deputy Police Chief Matthew de…

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New York City Employee Arrested on Assault and Harassment Charges

NEW YORK, NY – An on-duty employee of the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) was arrested and charged with assault and harassment. Jazzmin Belardo, a 23-year-old female NYCHA employee, was taken…

Railroad Crossings Closed in Bergenfield Due to CSX Train Malfunction

Bergenfield residents are advised of temporary closures at several railroad crossings north of Clinton Avenue, including Main Street, Church Street, Central Avenue, and Columbia Avenue. The closures come as a result of…

Belleville Police Officers Host Pizza Party for Reading Challenge with Local Students

Belleville Police Department recently lauded the efforts of Mrs. Robertello’s 3rd-grade class at School #7 for winning the READING-4-PIZZA CHALLENGE for February. The class secured victory by logging the most reading minutes…

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Two New Jersey Cops Injured Saving Reckless Driver from Fiery Car Crash

FAIR LAWN, NJ – The Fair Lawn Police Department was called to the scene of a dramatic incident where a vehicle left the roadway and burst into flames. The event unfolded on…

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Firefighters Rescue One From Motor Vehicle Crash Entrapment

HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP, PA – A late-night vehicle accident in Heidelberg Township prompted a significant response from local fire and emergency services. The incident occurred at the intersection of York Road and Porters…

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Traffic Advisory: Downed Tree on Haddonfield-Berlin Road

CHERRY HILL, NJ – The Cherry Hill Police Department has issued a traffic alert for motorists in the area. A tree has fallen, blocking both lanes of Haddonfield-Berlin Road between Morris Drive…

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Man Killed Three in Pennsylvania then Barricaded Himself In New Jersey Home

TRENTON, NJ – A quadruple shooting in Bucks County that left three people dead, including a young girl, ended in Trenton, New Jersey, today. In Falls Township, Pennsylvania, a violent rampage left…

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Firefighters Contain Fire to Garage in Stafford

Stafford Township Police Department announced that on Saturday, March 16, around 3:00 AM, a structure fire occurred at 154 Division Street. Responding to the scene were Stafford Township Fire Department, EMS, and…

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Three Arrested During Baltimore Burglary

The Baltimore Police Department reported an arrest related to a burglary incident in the Eastern District on March 15 at around 1:45 p.m. Officers responded to the 1800 block of North Chester…

Jewelry Company Supervisor Charged with Theft of Precious Metals

Benjamin Preacher, a 54-year-old manufacturing supervisor from North Attleboro, was arrested and charged with money laundering following allegations of stealing gold, silver, and platinum from a luxury jewelry company over a span…

This Grafitti Marked Pier is One of Philadelphia’s Hidden ‘Treasures’

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Graffiti Pier, also known as Pier 124, is more than just an abandoned concrete structure in Philadelphia; it’s a canvas that tells a rich tapestry of stories. Located along…

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Police On Alert for St. Patrick’s Day Impaired Drivers Across New Jersey and New York

The Alarming Statistics of Drinking and Driving on St. Patrick’s Day in the New York and New Jersey Area St. Patrick’s Day, a celebration of Irish culture and heritage, is often associated…

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Elderly Driver Injured in Manchester Township Crash

A single-vehicle crash in Manchester Township, New Jersey, on Friday, March 15, 2024, left a 72-year-old man injured and prompted an ongoing investigation by local authorities. At around 6:23 pm, officers from…

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Drunk Driver Nearly Crashes Several Times on Route 166 in Toms River, Police Report

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River police officers arrested Miguel Sanchez-Garcia after he was observed by patrol officers swerving and having difficulty maintaining his lane of travel. A traffic stop was initiated…

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