Highland Park Man Convicted on Multiple Charges in Somerset County

Somerville, N.J. – A Somerset County Jury has found Gerald Chapman, 41, of Highland Park, N.J., guilty of several charges following a weeklong trial. Chapman was convicted of second-degree Possession of a…

Gobstopper, the Adorably Unique Cat, Finds His Purrfect Furrever Home at Popcorn Park Shelter!

LACEY TWP, NJ – Brace yourself for the ultimate heartwarming tale, because Gobstopper, a sweet and special two-year-old kitty with a quirky twist, just hit the jackpot with his new family! Gobstopper…

Egg Harbor Township officer speaks at high school Latin American club’s 25th anniversary

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Egg Harbor Township High School Latin American Club marked its 25th anniversary with a special appearance by Officer Rodrigo Pimentel, a former president of the club…

Hackettstown man charged with resisting arrest after brewery incident

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — A 24-year-old Hackettstown resident, Jeremiah Hiestand, was charged with resisting arrest and other offenses following an incident at Czig Meister Brewing on Sunday, September 29. According to the Hackettstown…

Senator McKnight praises Hudson County grant from community-led crisis response act

TRENTON, NJ — Senator Angela V. McKnight expressed her appreciation following the approval of a grant for Hudson County under the Seabrooks-Washington Community-Led Response Act, which aims to fund Community Crisis Response…

This is how cool Toms River’s Todd Frazier was as a professional baseball player

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Todd Frazier was a rookie baseball player who was called up for one game in Philadelphia, struck out, and was sent back to the minor league that night.…

Traffic Alert: Multiple Crashes Slowing New Jersey’s Morning Commute

Crashes and delays affect New Jersey morning commute NEWARK, N.J. — Multiple crashes and delays are impacting the morning commute across New Jersey as of 8:15 a.m., with several key roadways experiencing…

East Brunswick police complete fall Police and Teens Together program

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The East Brunswick Police Department has successfully completed its Fall 2024 Police and Teens Together (PATT) program at East Brunswick High School. The program concluded on Thursday, September…

Major crash shuts down Tennent Road in Marlboro

MARLBORO TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A section of Tennent Road was closed Tuesday following a motor vehicle crash that damaged a telephone pole and downed wires, according to the Marlboro Township Police Department.…

New Jersey Advances Bill That Would Allow LGBTQ, Gender, Sex Books in Schools Advances

TRENTON, N.J. — The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill on Monday aimed at protecting the right to access diverse library materials and shielding librarians from harassment linked to book ban efforts.…

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13-year-old arrested with handgun in Paterson

PATERSON, N.J. — A 13-year-old was arrested Friday by detectives from the Paterson Police Department after being found in possession of a semi-automatic handgun with an extended magazine, according to a statement…

What’s With The Fractions on New Jersey’s Gas Station Price Signs?

In New Jersey, gas prices are displayed with three decimal places (e.g., $3.499 or $3.49 9/10) due to a pricing convention that dates back decades. This practice allows gas stations to fine-tune…

New York City’s Most Famous and Iconic Cheesecakes are Made in South Jersey

BURLINGTON, NJ – Did you know that New York’s most iconic cheesecakes, from Junior’s, are actually made in, gasp, New Jersey? Yep, the Big Apple’s most famous creamy delight is crafted in the Garden…

Racism is a Public Health Crisis in New Jersey, According to Dem Lawmakers

TRENTON, N.J. — Senator Angela V. McKnight (D-Hudson) has introduced Senate Resolution No. 50, which formally declares racism as a public health crisis in New Jersey. The resolution, pre-filed for introduction in…

Over 10,000 Vehicles Stolen Across New Jersey So Far in 2024

WESTFIELD, N.J. — Two luxury vehicles were stolen early Thursday morning following a break-in at a home on East Dudley Avenue, the Westfield Police Department reported. The incident occurred around 2:46 a.m.…

New Jersey bill proposes abortion travel advisory system and threat levels

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature seeks to create a “Reproductive Health Travel Advisory” to inform residents about the varying levels of access to reproductive healthcare…

No Tax on Tips Law Introduced by New Jersey State Lawmakers

TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey Legislature seeks to provide tax relief for workers who earn income through tips. Dubbed the “No Taxes on Tops Bill,” the…

Toms River Mayor Says $9 Million Housing Fund Could be Used to Help Local Homeless Population

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick says the township has a $9 million affordable housing fund that can be used to help shelter and care for the town’s homeless residents, but…

New Law Could Require New Jersey National Guard to Support Illegal Border Crossing Effort

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra of Ocean County has introduced the “United Border Security Act,” a bill that would require the New Jersey National Guard to provide support to Arizona and…

Bill Would Require New Jersey Vote-by-Mail Voters to Include Copy of Personal ID

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, who represents parts of Ocean County, has introduced legislation aimed at tightening the requirements for vote-by-mail and absentee ballots. The proposed law would require New Jersey…

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