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…

68-Year-Old Jackson Man Arrested for Two Bank Robberies in Toms River

Toms River, NJ — A joint investigation by Toms River, East Brunswick, and Berkeley Township Police Departments has resulted in the arrest of a suspect believed to be responsible for a series…

Police Blotter·Toms River News

Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Sussex County Felon Arrested for Gun Possession and Drug Dealing

Laurel, DE – An 18-year-old probationer and convicted felon, Jeremiah Handy of Seaford, Delaware, was arrested by the Delaware State Police for gun possession and drug dealing yesterday. On August 22 at…

In the News

Man Arrested Without Incident After Tense Standoff with Police

Gloucester Township, NJ – An incident involving several hours of careful communication between police officers and a local resident resulted in a peaceful arrest on Sunday night. At approximately 9:04 PM on…

In the News

Suspect Arrested in Connection with Evesham Residential Fires

EVESHAM, NJ – A suspect has been arrested in connection to a series of suspicious fires occurring within the same vicinity in Evesham. On August 20, patrol officers and Evesham Fire Personnel…

In the News·New York City News·Police Blotter

What’s That Smell? Wharton Forest Fire Winds Shift

CHERRY HILL, NJ – A large brush fire in Wharton State Forest in Waterford Township is the source of a strong smoke odor permeating Cherry Hill Township. Higher humidity and shifting winds…

Suffolk County Cop Delivers Third Baby of 2023

SAYVILLE – The call for assistance was anything but routine in Sayville on Monday. Officer Arnold Reyes of the Suffolk County Police Department was summoned to a residence on High Street, where…

Good News·New York News·Police Blotter

NYPD Investigating Astor Avenue Shooting

BRONX, NY – On Monday an unknown individual discharged a firearm multiple times towards a group of people. at 790 Astor Avenue in the Bronx. The incident took place at approximately 7…

Murphy Signs Law Allowing State to Target Illegal Gun Traffickers

TRENTON – Today, Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey signed a groundbreaking legislation, S3150, also known as the “Real Accountability for Consequences of Unlawful Trafficking of Firearms Act.” This law establishes strict…

In the News·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Former New Jersey Corrections Officer Charged for Fraud Targeting First Responders

NEWARK, N.J. – U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that John DeSalvo, 47, of Marmora, New Jersey, a former New Jersey corrections officer, has been arrested for orchestrating two different fraud…

In the News·New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Baseball Bat Wielding Skateboarder Charged in Queens Attacks

QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the arraignment of Matthew Lloyd, 36, on charges of attempted murder and assault. Lloyd is accused of attacking two men with a metal…

In the News·Police Blotter

Known Predator Who Raped Young Family Member Facing Life in Prison

QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the sentencing of Julio Fernando Pina-Illescas, 39, to 17.5 years to life in prison for sexually assaulting a child relative over a decade,…

In the News·Police Blotter

Taskforce Nabs Two Alleged Drug Dealers

DAGSBORO, DE – The Delaware State Police arrested two men, Andrew Foreman, 27, of Dagsboro, and David Mumford, 58, of Frankford, for drug dealing after a traffic stop on August 22 at…

In the News·Police Blotter

Man Convicted of Attack on BLM Protesters in Queens

QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the conviction of Frank Cavalluzzi, 57, on charges of attempted murder following his attack on peaceful Black Lives Matter demonstrators in June 2020.…

In the News·Police Blotter

Two 14-Year-Olds Arrested in Stolen Car After it Overheated and Died

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Atlantic City Police Department arrested two 14-year-old males last Friday when their stolen vehicle overheated. At around 2:20 PM, Officers Troy Grams and Michael Regalbuto noticed a…

New Jersey News·Police Blotter

Monroe Man Sentenced to Maximum Prison Term for Brutal Assault

Orange County, NY – On Monday, Michael Cowan, 37, of Newburgh, was sentenced in Orange County Court to the maximum allowed sentence of seven years in prison, followed by five years of…

In the News·New York News·Police Blotter

Former New Egypt BBQ Joint Coming to Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Sweet Carolina Barbecue Co. has carved a niche for itself in New Jersey’s vibrant culinary scene as a food truck for many years, a brick and mortar spot…

Beachwood Man Charged for Deadly Crash Was Impaired Police Say

Ocean County, NJ – John Zinkoski, 41, of Beachwood, turned himself in to the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office on August 22, in the presence of his attorney, facing charges of Vehicular Homicide…

Ocean County News·Police Blotter

Newton Man Gets 60 Year Prison Term for ‘Senseless Murder’ of Woman

Hunterdon County, NJ – Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson announced on Tuesday, August 22, that Brandon E. Petersen, 33, of Newton, Sussex County, was sentenced to a 60-year state prison term…

New Jersey News·North Jersey News·Police Blotter

10 Years After His Rescue as an Infant, Boy Visits First Responders

Avalon, NJ – In a heartfelt reunion, 10-year-old Ryan visited EMT John Schlechtweg of the Avalon Rescue Squad on Tuesday, August 22. The meeting brought back memories of a near-tragic event that…

Community News·Good News

New Jersey’s Back to School Tax Holiday Starts This Weekend

TRENTON, NJ – As students and parents prepare for the new school year, New Jersey is offering a Sales Tax Holiday to help with budgeting. From August 26 through September 4, various…

New Jersey News

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