Cherry Hill police investigating death of 45-year-old man

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Authorities are investigating the death of a man found unresponsive at a Cherry Hill residence early Tuesday morning, according to the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Cherry Hill…

Hackensack police pursuit of fleeing juvenile leads to injuries, investigation ongoing

HACKENSACK, N.J. — A juvenile fleeing police in response to a reported dispute at a 7-Eleven on Essex Street was apprehended Sunday evening after suffering minor injuries while attempting to climb a…

Newark police seek public’s help identifying porch pirate

NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect caught on surveillance video stealing a package from a building on Orchard Street last month, the Newark Department…

Jackson residents divided ahead of tonight’s school board meeting on possible closures

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Tensions are rising in Jackson Township as the Board of Education prepares to address the possibility of school closures and redistricting at its meeting Wednesday evening. The district…

Is a Chinese drone ship operating off the coast of New Jersey? One congressman has his suspicion

ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK, N.J. — Amid growing reports of unidentified drone activity over New Jersey, Congressman Chris Smith (R-Manchester) spent Monday night at Island Beach State Park with Ocean County Sheriff…

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Social Media Says Drone Crashed in North Jersey, Police Confirm it Was Just an Online Rumor

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — South Beverwyck Road remains closed near Edgewood Court after a motor vehicle crash downed electrical lines and a utility pole, the Parsippany Police Department confirmed Tuesday. Authorities reported no…

Ocean County man jailed on charges of resisting arrest and property damage

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Arturo Dayan Barraza Lopez was booked into the Ocean County jail on Monday, charged with resisting arrest, obstruction of justice, and criminal mischief. According to court documents, Barraza…

This Could Have Been Worse, New Jersey Candidate for Governor Says of Drone Incursions

TRENTON, N.J. — A mysterious fleet of drones off the New Jersey coast has ignited a heated political debate, with gubernatorial candidate Joseph Rudy Rullo warning of potentially catastrophic risks and calling…

Former NJ GOP chairman calls for action on unidentified drones: ‘Blow one out of the sky’

TRENTON, N.J. — Former New Jersey GOP Chairman and one-time gubernatorial candidate Doug Steinhardt called for decisive action regarding mysterious drone activity along the state’s coastline, suggesting that unidentified drones should be…

Up to Two Inches of Rain Expected Today Before Warm Weather Makes Way for Arctic Blast

New Jersey is in for a dynamic stretch of weather over the next three days, beginning with significant rainfall and ending with a return to cold, sunny conditions. Today brings heavy rain…

Multiple Crashes Continue to Slow Traffic in New Jersey’s Morning Commute

NEWARK, N.J. — Morning commuters across New Jersey faced significant delays Tuesday as crashes, disabled vehicles, and heavy volume disrupted major roadways statewide. On the New Jersey Turnpike/I-95 express lanes southbound, a…

Rep. Smith says feds must do more to protect New Jersey communities from drone incursions

ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK, N.J. — Congressman Chris Smith (R-Manchester) spent Monday night at Island Beach State Park alongside Ocean County Sheriff Mike Mastronardy, intensifying efforts to investigate a series of unidentified…

Woman charged with assaulting cops in Ocean County

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Lisa Marie Dulany was incarcerated on Monday at the Ocean County jail after being charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on law enforcement officers and obstruction of…

U.S. Congressman Strongly Believes Drones Over New Jersey an Incursion by Foreign Power from Offshore Warships

Reports from local authorities, including police departments, sheriff departments, and the U.S. Coast Guard, suggest New Jersey’s drone activity originates in the ocean. One New Jersey congressman says local military officials know…

Drones in Barnegat: Police urge residents to report suspicious drone activity

BARNEGAT, N.J. — Amid reports of drone sightings across New Jersey, the Barnegat Police Department is encouraging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving unmanned aircraft in the area.…

Newark police seek help locating man wanted for questioning in shooting investigation

NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating El Amin Muhammad, 40, of Newark, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting that occurred on November…

Police say Toms River man had crack and heroin during traffic stop in Wall

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Toms River man was arrested Monday after a traffic stop on State Highway 138 led to the discovery of heroin, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, police said.…

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Woman struck and killed by car in Hazlet

HAZLET, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that claimed the life of a female pedestrian Sunday night at the intersection of State Highway 36 and Union Avenue. Hazlet…

Judge Orders Second Toms River Murder Suspect to be Held in Prison During Trial

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Two Lakewood men accused of murdering Rondell Proctor in 2010 will remain detained in the Ocean County Jail as they await trial, judges ruled this week. Jerron Evans,…

Former Brick Township “employee of the month” recreation director pleads guilty to theft

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township, Daniel Santaniello, 46, pled guilty to theft on Tuesday, admitting to stealing township funds during his tenure, the Ocean County…

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