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Bergen County PR Firm Fraudulently Obtained COVID Loan

NEWARK, N.J. – The United States Attorney’s Office has announced a settlement in a case involving a Bergen County public relations firm accused of fraudulently obtaining a Paycheck Protection Program loan. MWW…

December 7, 2023

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GOP Says Murphy State Board of Ed Pick Will ‘Sexualize’ Education in New Jersey

New Jersey News

TRENTON, NJ – Assemblyman Erik Peterson has called for the New Jersey Senate to reject Governor Phil Murphy’s nominee, Mary Bennett, for the New Jersey State Board of Education. Bennett’s nomination was…

December 7, 2023

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Philadelphia Man Charged for Duct Taping, Cuffing Female Sushi House Worker During New Jersey Robbery

New Jersey News

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ – A significant breakthrough has been made in a robbery case involving the Mikado Japanese Sushi and Steak House on E. Route 73 in Evesham Township. The incident, which…

December 7, 2023

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CEO of New Jersey Company Admits to Falsifying Data for Military Contracts

New Jersey News

TRENTON, N.J. – James Cai, the CEO of Toner Connect LLC based in Passaic, New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to making false statements regarding military equipment supplied to the U.S. Army. In…

December 7, 2023

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New Jersey Man Gets 15-Years for Strong Armed Robbery at Rite-Aid

New Jersey News

BRIDGETON, NJ – Rodney Green, 54, of Willingboro, New Jersey, was sentenced on Tuesday, to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison. The sentence comes after a robbery at Rite Aid occurred…

December 7, 2023

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Newark Shooting Leads to School Lockdowns

New Jersey News

NEWARK, NJ – A shooting incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. near Norfolk and Sussex Avenue in Newark, resulting in a woman being injured. The victim was hit in the leg by gunfire…

December 7, 2023

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Suspect Arrested for Murder of 21-Year-Old Ti’Jere Jackson in Woodbury

New Jersey News

WOODBURY CITY, NJ – 21-year-old Ti’jere K. Jackson was fatally shot at Wing-Dickerson Park, 36 Carpenter Street, in the early hours of Saturday. The Woodbury City Police Department, alerted at approximately 1:22…

December 7, 2023

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Was It Gino’s or KFC? New Jersey’s Odd History With Colonel Sanders Revealed

Business News

BLOOMFIELD, NJ – If you grew up in New Jersey, you might have a different memory of Kentucky Fried Chicken as a child than most people in the country. If you think…

December 7, 2023

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New Jersey Is Experiencing Gun Boom As Murphys Call for More Gun Bans

Five Towns NJ News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jerseyans are seeking to arm themselves in light of the terrorist attack in Israel by Hamas on October 7th. The prospect that terrorism could strike home in the…

December 7, 2023

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New Jersey Dems Push Bill to Allow Convicted Criminals to Be Jurors

Government News

TRENTON, NJ – Assemblyman Robert Auth expressed concerns over a bill passed by the Assembly Judiciary Committee on Monday, which permits individuals with past indictable offenses to serve as jurors, excluding those…

December 6, 2023

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Toms River Honors First Responders for Heroism After Boy Injured by Drunk Driver

Community News

TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a heartwarming ceremony on Tuesday night, Toms River’s Mayor and Council honored first responders for their exceptional bravery and quick action in saving the life of Matthew…

December 6, 2023

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Beagle Found Near Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

New Jersey News

GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ — A beagle, recently spotted at the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, is currently under the care of the Galloway Township Police Department. Authorities reported the discovery this…

December 6, 2023

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Brick Township Officials Say Beach Badges Make for a Great Holiday Gift Idea

Community News

BRICK, NJ – Season beach badges and parking passes for the 2024 season at Brick Beach will be available for purchase starting Monday, December 11. The sale, coinciding with the holiday season,…

December 6, 2023

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Vets Warn of Mysterious Illness Quickly Spreading, Could Be in New Jersey Already

New Jersey News

NATIONWIDE – A respiratory illness, currently unidentified, has been affecting dogs in at least 14 U.S. states, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Veterinary professionals are being urged to report…

December 6, 2023

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Eatontown Woman Sentenced to State Prison for Vehicular Homicide

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OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Ashley Watkins, 32, of Eatontown, has been sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison for vehicular homicide. The…

December 6, 2023

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More Prison Guards at New Jersey’s Troubled Women’s Prison Indicted for Misconduct, Assault

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TRENTON, NJ – A state grand jury has returned a superseding indictment against corrections officers involved in a January 2021 incident at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women. The indictment, announced…

December 6, 2023

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More People Are Driving Drunk on Newark Roads, Police Say as Holidays Approach

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NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Police Department is asking the public to be cautious about driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, especially during the holiday season. This warning comes after…

December 6, 2023

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Police Arrest Woman for Setting Fire to Stroller Outside New Jersey Pre-School

New Jersey News

BAYONNE, NJ – The Bayonne Police Department announced the arrest of Khaliyah Bordeaux, a 37-year-old woman from Jersey City, for arson. The incident occurred on Monday, at around noon, near The Lauren…

December 6, 2023

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Willingboro Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for 2020 Murder

New Jersey News

WILLINGBORO, NJ – Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw announced that Kwacey Q. Owens, 32, of Willingboro, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the 2020 murder of Barry Barino, 28.…

December 6, 2023

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Do You Know Her? South Jersey Serial Porch Pirate Caught on Camera

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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Gloucester Township Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in multiple package thefts. The incidents occurred in the Cherrywood Development on…

December 6, 2023

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