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…
Elderly Woman Reported Missing in Newark
NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 63-year-old Benedette Onyema, who was reported missing on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Onyema was last…
North Bergen man charged with murder in December homicide
NORTH BERGEN, NJ — A 34-year-old North Bergen man has been arrested and charged in connection with the December 2024 murder of Juan Moyet, 48, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez.…
Newark police seek suspect in assault of NJ Transit bus driver
NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s help in identifying a man wanted in connection with an aggravated assault on an NJ Transit bus driver.…
Newark police seek two women for questioning in Christmas Eve shooting
NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two women wanted for questioning in connection with an aggravated assault investigation. Tina Riggsbee, 36,…
Newark police seek public’s help identifying package theft suspect
NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman suspected of stealing packages from a residence on December 31, 2024. Police responded…
Newark Police Manhunt for Suspected Armed Carjacker
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a carjacking that occurred in the city’s North Ward on Thursday afternoon. At approximately 1:10 p.m.,…
Newark police seek suspect in armed robbery near Hedden Terrace
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery and assault that took place on December 11 near Hedden Terrace and Clinton…
Secaucus police investigate tampering of mailboxes with sticky substances
SECAUCUS, N.J. — Authorities in Secaucus are investigating multiple incidents of tampered mailboxes across the township, with reports indicating that unknown individuals have applied sticky substances to mail slots, the Secaucus Police…
No Happy Ending for New Jersey Massage Parlor Busted for Giving Customers Off-Menu Services
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy has permanently revoked the license of Essex County massage therapist Peter Petrovic, also known as Jagadisha Peter Petrovic, following allegations…
Driver cited in pedestrian death of High Bridge crossing guard
HIGH BRIDGE, N.J. — A Glen Gardner man has been issued motor vehicle summonses following a crash that killed 79-year-old Robert Bork, a crossing guard, at the intersection of CR 513 and…
Nightclub security guard stabbed in Newark as police manhunt continues for suspect
NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Emmanuel Miranda Sr. has called for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who stabbed a security guard early Monday at a local nightclub. The…
Newark police seek public’s help identifying armed robbery suspects
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying four male suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery that took place on the evening of Friday, December 20.…
Newark police seek help identifying person of interest in Avon Avenue shooting
NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a shooting that occurred earlier this month. On December…
Belleville police collect record donations at annual holiday food drive
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — The Belleville Police Department’s 3rd Annual Pack-A-Police Car Food Drive exceeded expectations, with donations overflowing beyond patrol cars and requiring a trailer to transport the contributions. The community event,…
Manhunt Continues for fugitive wanted in North Jersey carjacking, kidnapping incident
PATERSON, N.J. — Police are seeking a suspect involved in a carjacking and kidnapping that occurred Thursday morning near Marion Street. According to the Paterson Police Department, the suspect entered a Honda…
A true blue blood: Secaucus lieutenant honored for coordinating life-saving blood drives
SECAUCUS, NJ — Lieutenant Christopher Rinaldi of the Secaucus Police Department was recognized at last night’s town council meeting for his volunteer efforts in organizing blood drives that have saved or sustained…
Belleville police serve up safety and holiday cheer at annual tree lighting
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — Officers from the Belleville Police Department joined the community in celebrating the holiday season during the Township Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday at Belleville High School.…
Businessman pleads guilty to bribing former deputy mayor of Newark in redevelopment scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — A Newark business owner admitted in federal court on Friday to bribing a former city official in exchange for assistance with acquiring and redeveloping city-owned properties, U.S. Attorney Philip…
Newark police seek suspect and vehicle in eluding incident
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect and locating a vehicle involved in an eluding incident that occurred early Tuesday morning, Newark Public Safety Director…
Manhunt in Newark for Two Suspects Wanted for Armed Robberies
The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for help identifying suspects involved in two armed robberies that took place on Monday, November 11, 2024. These incidents occurred within minutes of each…
