Willingboro Man Gets 25 Years for Deadly 2020 Maple Shade Shooting

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – Semaj T. Pittman, 24, has been sentenced to 25 years in state prison for fatally shooting 22-year-old Kayla Winkler in 2020 inside her Maple Shade apartment. The sentence…

September 26, 2023

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Phil Murphy, Wife Tammy Launch Nation’s First Office of Climate Change Education

Government News

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) announced today the creation of the first-of-its-kind Office of Climate Change Education. The office…

September 26, 2023

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New Jersey Minimum Wage to Pass $15 per Hour Starting January 2024

Government News

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey will raise its statewide minimum wage by $1, making it $15.13 per hour for most employees starting on January 1, 2024. The increase fulfills and surpasses the…

September 26, 2023

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South Jersey Man Gets Two Years for Making Bomb

Community News

CAMDEN, NJ – Thomas Petronglo, 64, of Vineland, New Jersey, was sentenced to 24 months in prison today for possession of a destructive device and explosive materials, announced U.S. Attorney Philip R.…

September 26, 2023

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North Jersey Man Sentenced for Stealing Over $237,000 in Dead Brother’s Social Security Benefits

Community News

NEWARK, NJ – Silvano Chable, 54, of Irvington, New Jersey, was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison for stealing more than $237,000 in Social Security benefits meant for his…

September 26, 2023

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Asbury Park Teen Faces Attempted Murder Charge in Shooting

Monmouth County News

FREEHOLD, N.J. – Nazzir Wallace, 18, of Asbury Park, was arrested in relation to a shooting that occurred in late August, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. Wallace faces multiple…

September 26, 2023

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Franklin Township Man Arrested on Multiple Assault Charges Against Woman

Community News

FRANKLIN TWP., N.J. – Authorities arrested Mateo Espinal-Brito, 42, of Franklin Township, N.J., in connection with an aggravated sexual assault reported on Monday, September 11. Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Chief…

September 26, 2023

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New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York Join Federal Lawsuit Against Amazon

Business News

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a collaborative lawsuit against Amazon.com, Inc., alongside the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 16 other state Attorneys General. The lawsuit aims to curb…

September 26, 2023

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New Jersey Man Busted for Selling Counterfeit Health Supplements

Community News

MARLTON, NJ – Evesham Police Detectives, aided by the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, executed search and arrest warrants at a residence and a public storage facility in Marlton, resulting in the arrest…

September 26, 2023

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Former Jackson Township Business Administrator, Paterson Mayor Indicted Again

Community News

PATERSON, NJ – Former Jackson Township Business Administrator quit his post abruptly to become mayor of Paterson. He was later arrested, charged and convicted of political corruption. Now, he’s in trouble again.…

September 26, 2023

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Lakewood Historical Society to Offer Public Talk on Local History

Community News

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Historical Society and the Lakewood Heritage Commission have announced a public lecture to explore the town’s multifaceted history. The event will take place at the Lakewood Public…

September 26, 2023

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New Jersey GOP Moves to Cancel Public Voting in 2024 Presidential Primary

New Jersey News

TRENTON, NJ – Republicans in New Jersey have presented a plan to the RNC that would allow party leaders to cancel the 2024 Presidential Primary Election and choose their own candidate among…

September 26, 2023

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Bayport and Newburgh Celebrate Powerball Wins Worth $50K Each

Business News

NEW YORK – The New York Lottery has revealed that the September 25th Powerball drawing produced three lucky third-prize-winning tickets, offering a substantial reward to their holders. The winning tickets were sold…

September 26, 2023

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Four NJ Powerball Players Score Big with $50K Powerball Prizes

Lottery Results

TRENTON, NJ – In the latest Powerball drawing held yesterday, luck smiled upon four fortunate players in New Jersey as they matched four of the five white balls along with the Power…

September 26, 2023

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Ten Things About New Jersey We’d All Like to Forget

Community News

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey is the state that everyone who lives here loves to hate. In fact, those who don’t live here love to hate the Garden State too. It’s a…

September 26, 2023

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Must-Visit Places at the Jersey Shore this Fall

Community News

Fall at the Jersey Shore isn’t just about quiet, chilly beaches; it’s about vibrant foliage, harvest festivals, and peaceful strolls by the sea. Though the summer crowds have dwindled, the beauty of…

September 26, 2023

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Is Anyone Really Shocked that a New Jersey Senator Took Bribes? History of NJ Political Corruption

Government News

TRENTON, NJ – Political insiders in New Jersey routinely confess that what happens in New Jersey on a daily basis would be major political corruption cases nationwide. Pay to play, patronage jobs,…

September 26, 2023

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Court Appearance Awaits Man Who Used Drone to Dye Neighborhood Pools Green

Community News

ABSECON, NJ – Pool owners in the Absecon area couldn’t figure out why their pools were turning bright green overnight, but local police were able to solve the mystery earlier this month.…

September 26, 2023

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The Top Downtown Village Areas to Visit in New Jersey

Business News

New Jersey is much more than its proximity to New York City and its beautiful shorelines. It’s a state filled with charming downtown village areas that offer a unique blend of cultural…

September 26, 2023

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Newark Police Seek Jewelry Thief; Do You Recognize Him?

New Jersey News

NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Public Safety Director, Fritz Fragé, is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who stole $11,050 worth of jewelry from Coimbra Jewelers in the Ironbound section…

September 26, 2023

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