NJ Transit Quietly Scales Back Ambitious $22 Million Bus Lane After World Cup
Newark, NJ – A new NJ TRANSIT after-action report on transportation operations during the FIFA World Cup does not cancel the long-discussed Meadowlands Transitway. Instead, the report concludes that future events at…
Suspect Sought in June Newark Shooting
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a shooting that occurred earlier this month in the area of South Orange Avenue and Dover Street,…
Paterson Police promote 16 officers and welcome 5 new graduates
PATERSON, N.J. — The Paterson Police Department held a Promotion and Graduation Ceremony Monday, advancing sixteen officers into new leadership positions and officially swearing in five new members of the force. The…
Warren County Farmers’ Fair returns with hot air balloons, car shows and family events
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J. — The Warren County Farmers’ Fair featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival is set to return July 26 through August 2, offering a weeklong lineup of traditional agricultural showcases and…
Newark man arrested in connection to 2024 Hackensack shooting following year-long investigation
HACKENSACK, N.J. — Authorities have arrested a fifth suspect in connection with a June 2024 shooting in Hackensack after a year-long investigation led by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Hackensack Police…
Barricaded woman detained by SWAT team after standoff at Secaucus hotel
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A woman was taken into custody early Saturday morning following a multi-hour standoff at the Extended Stay Hotel on Meadowlands Parkway, according to the Secaucus Police Department. Police responded…
Friday morning NJ Transit delays blamed on late Amtrak train
NEWARK, N.J. — NJ Transit riders faced delays of up to 20 minutes Friday morning after the agency reported rail congestion stemming from a late Amtrak train entering Penn Station New York.…
Power outage affects parts of South River during emergency wire repairs
SOUTH RIVER, N.J. — Portions of South River experienced a temporary power outage Wednesday evening as emergency crews worked to repair electrical wires, according to the South River Police Department. The outage…
Major New Jersey Highway Buckles Under Extreme Heat Causing Traffic Delays
OAKLAND, N.J. — The NJ DEP has issued a traffic advisory warning drivers of significant delays on I-287 Southbound due to roadway buckling caused by extreme heat. The New Jersey Department of…
Belleville swears in 10 new officers and promotes detective to sergeant
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — The Belleville Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony Tuesday at City Hall to officially promote Detective John David Rossi to the rank of sergeant and welcome 10 new officers…
Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation
PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, June 23, as soaring temperatures at Hinchliffe…
Linden opens JTG Center as cooling site for residents without power
LINDEN, N.J. — Mayor Derek Armstead announced Monday that the JTG Center at 311 Helen Street will remain open to assist residents without power amid rising indoor temperatures. The center is offering…
DWI Checkpoint Announced in North Jersey
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Law enforcement officials will conduct a joint Driving While Intoxicated checkpoint in Florham Park from June 27 through June 29 as part of an initiative to deter impaired…
Police seek help identifying suspect in Newark robbery
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a robbery earlier this month on Park Avenue. According to Newark Public Safety…
A New Jersey Deputy Mayor is Stuck in Israel as War with Iran Continues
TEANECK, N.J. — Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli said Thursday that Teaneck Deputy Mayor Elie Y. Katz and his family remain stranded in Israel due to the ongoing conflict, along…
Bayonne replaces American flag with Juneteenth flag at City Hall
BAYONNE, N.J. — The City of Bayonne marked Juneteenth with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall, where the American flag was temporarily lowered to honor the occasion, officials said. The Bayonne Police…
New Jersey’s Holey Highway Fully Reopens
I-80 in Wharton reopens fully as eastbound lanes return ahead of schedule WHARTON, N.J. — All lanes on Interstate 80 eastbound in Morris County are set to reopen Saturday morning, four days…
New Jersey Town Replaces American Flag with Juneteenth Flag Outside Town Hall
VERONA, N.J. — A Juneteenth flag was raised at Verona Town Hall on Monday morning in place of the American flag, prompting questions over adherence to federal flag code and New Jersey…
Juvenile arrested with stolen loaded handgun in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 15-year-old male was arrested Monday after Atlantic City police recovered a stolen, loaded handgun from his waistband following a tip from an off-duty detective. According to the…
Piscataway police enforcing truck weight limit on River Road
PISCATAWAY, N.J. — The Piscataway Township Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division is actively enforcing Township Ordinance 7-25, which restricts vehicles over 10 tons (20,000 pounds) from traveling on River Road between Landing…
Time for some fireworks in Fort Lee: Food Trucks and DJ to Celebrate Independence Day
FORT LEE, N.J. — Fireworks will return to Fort Lee this summer as the borough hosts a community celebration on Tuesday, July 2, featuring live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. The…
