Fugitive Oscar Vasquez Barraza Wanted for Rape in North Jersey

A 45-year-old Plainfield man has been charged in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 20, in North Plainfield, but remains at large, officials…

Police dog who sniffed out millions in drugs honored in sendoff

A celebrated police K-9 who helped take millions in drugs off the streets officially ended his law enforcement career this week with a ceremonial sendoff in Manchester Township. On Wednesday, K-9 Lynk…

Bike thief suspect caught on camera in Newark

Newark authorities are asking for help identifying a suspect connected to the theft of a Trek aluminum bicycle from a building on Madison Street near Downing Street. The bike was last seen…

Minor injuries reported in Gloucester Township rollover crash

Gloucester Township police say a two-vehicle crash, including one vehicle that rolled over, temporarily closed the eastbound lanes of Blackwood Clementon Road near Cherrywood Drive Friday morning. Minor injuries were reported, and…

Train stuck at Newark Penn early this morning responsible for evening rush delays

Commuters faced significant delays Friday morning after a disabled train at Newark Penn Station caused backups across NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York throughout the day.…

Pemberton man rams police cruiser with ATV then flees into woods before arrest

PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 44-year-old man allegedly slammed a side-by-side off-road vehicle into a police cruiser multiple times Saturday night, injuring both a patrol officer and his K9 partner before fleeing…

Vivint Smart Home to pay $200K over deceptive alarm sales practices in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Vivint Smart Home, Inc. and its installation affiliate Smart Home Pros Inc. will pay $200,000 and implement significant reforms to settle allegations of deceptive and unlawful practices in connection…

13 charged in Hudson County cocaine trafficking bust involving public employees

HUDSON COUNTY, N.J. — Thirteen individuals, including multiple public employees, have been arrested following a six-month narcotics investigation that uncovered a large-scale cocaine trafficking operation in Hudson County, authorities announced Thursday. Hudson…

History marches on at Monmouth Battlefield with monthly guided walks

MANALAPAN, N.J. — Visitors can explore the grounds of one of the Revolutionary War’s most significant battles during the Monmouth Battlefield 1st Sunday Walks, held monthly at Monmouth Battlefield State Park. Organized…

Why New Jersey food is like nowhere else in America

New Jersey’s food scene is more than Taylor ham and diners—it’s a sprawling, street-level fusion born from generations of immigrants, its geography, and its location squeezed between two major cities. What you…

Carnival lights and fire trucks light up the shore at Keyport Fireman’s Fair

KEYPORT, N.J. — The Keyport Fireman’s Fair kicked off Tuesday night, returning to the borough’s waterfront for five days of rides, food, and community festivities. Located at the Keyport Fireman’s Lot at…

Manchester officer earns Traffic Safety Specialist designation for highway enforcement expertise

MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Patrolman Brendan Brush of the Manchester Township Police Department has been awarded the Traffic Safety Specialist Level 1 designation, recognizing his advanced training and expertise in highway safety…

Furry Friends Veterinary Hospital to host grand opening in Brick

Furry Friends Veterinary Hospital will celebrate the opening of its new and expanded location on Saturday, August 9, at 9 a.m. at 580 Brick Blvd. in Brick, NJ, behind the former Boston…

Paranormal researchers explore Asbury Park’s ghostly past and present

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours are back this summer, leading curious visitors through the city’s haunted streets and unexplained history starting Tuesday. Running through November 1, the…

Toms River man arrested after investigators find child sex abuse images on USB drive

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 39-year-old Toms River man has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse material following a joint investigation led by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, officials announced…

Latino Food Truck Festival brings wine, music and fireworks to Millstone winery

NEW EGYPT, N.J. — The Latino Food Truck Festival opened Saturday at Laurita Winery, drawing crowds for a weekend of wine tasting, live music, and Latin flavors from a lineup of mobile…

Teens confess to vandalizing historic Camp Evans as parents agree to pay for repairs

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The juveniles behind the vandalism at the historic Camp Evans Officer Quarters have come forward and admitted their involvement, Wall Township Police confirmed Thursday. According to authorities, the…

Lakewood father charged after leaving toddler alone in hot car outside police station on hot summer day

A 34-year-old Lakewood man was arrested Tuesday after police say he left his 2-year-old son locked in a parked car outside the Lakewood Township Police Department for nearly half an hour. At…

Monmouth County player scores $322K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot

TRENTON, N.J. — One lucky New Jersey Lottery player in Monmouth County matched all five numbers in Thursday night’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing to win a $322,396 jackpot. The winning numbers for…

New Jersey State Fair Kicks Off Today

AUGUSTA, N.J. — The New Jersey State Fair – Sussex County Farm and Horse Show opens today, drawing visitors from across the state to the Sussex County Fairgrounds for nine days of…

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