Essex County Shoprite Shopper Scores Big with Quick Draw Lottery

TRENTON, NJ – A fortunate player won $46,642, 20% of the progressive jackpot, after purchasing a Quick Draw Progressive ticket on Thursday. The ticket was bought at ShopRite Essex Green SC, located…

New Jersey Man High on Cannabis Edibles Forces Emergency Landing After Bizarre Flight Episode

NEWARK, NJ – Eric Nicholas Gapco, a 26-year-old New Jersey man, was arrested following a series of disruptive behaviors on an American Airlines flight from Seattle to Dallas, which necessitated an emergency…

It’s Coming This Time: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Central and South Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – After weeks of false alarms, a major storm is passing through New Jersey in the coming moments. The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch…

Philadelphia Man Held for Shooting and Killing Woman Near Atlantic City Boardwalk

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ—A Philadelphia man, Gregg Page, 34, faces charges of murder and attempted murder following an early morning shooting on August 1, 2024, that left one woman dead and another severely…

Four Arrested in Trenton Murder Investigation

TRENTON, NJ—Acting Mercer County Prosecutor Theresa L. Hilton and Trenton Police Director Steve Wilson announced the arrest of four individuals linked to the July 2nd shooting death of Capriest Ruiz, 23, of…

New Jersey Workers Would Benefit in Proposed Termination of Taxes of Tips

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – New Jersey workers could see immediate tax relief and more money in their pocket each day under a plan announced by former President Donald Trump to cease taxes…

Prosecutor’s Office Investigating Silverton EMS Over Reported Financial Irregularities

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Township of Toms River has officially halted its relationship with Silverton EMS amid a criminal investigation over allegations lodged by the Township with the Ocean County Prosecutor’s…

Governor Phil Murphy Remains Silent on Wind Turbine Risks After Nantucket Disaster

TRENTON, NJ – As New Jersey pushes forward with ambitious plans to install over 1,000 wind turbines off its coast, the recent failure of a Vineyard Wind turbine blade in Massachusetts has…

Newark Man Gets 10 Years After Luring Children for Favors in Exchange for Drugs

CHATHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ—Nafis H. Wiggins, 26, of Newark, has been sentenced to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison following his involvement in a criminal case stemming from a December 2023 arrest.…

New Jersey Extends Warning for Tainted Deli Meats After Two Dead

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Health continues to warn New Jersey residents over Boar’s Head deli meat recall that is making people sick, and killed two. A widespread Listeria…

Middlesex County Men Indicted in $6.7 Million Investment Fraud Scheme

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that a state grand jury has indicted two men from Middlesex County for orchestrating a multi-million dollar investment fraud. Shahid Javed, 39,…

Howell Man Arrested for Deadly 2023 Crash

FREEHOLD, NJ – Thomas A. Redding, a 45-year-old Howell Township resident, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to a fatal traffic collision that occurred in July 2023. The announcement…

Coyote Sighting in South Hackensack Prompts Police Warning

SOUTH HACKENSACK, NJ – Authorities in South Hackensack have issued a warning following a coyote sighting on Tuesday. The animal was spotted around 1:52 PM at the intersection of Dinallo Street and…

Stafford Schools Ask Voters to Approve $75.7 Million Facilities Bond

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The Stafford Township School District is gearing up for an upcoming bond referendum with a Community Information Forum set for August 28. The forum, offering both virtual and in-person…

Ciattarelli Vows to Stop Overfunding Newark Schools at the Expense of Underfunded Suburban Districts

NEWARK, NJ – Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli has vowed to overhaul spending practices in the Newark School District if elected. This announcement comes in response to claims by Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia…

Major Crash in Jackson Township: Overturned Truck and Utility PoleFire

JACKSON, NJ—A major accident involving multiple vehicles, including an overturned box truck, occurred at the intersection of East Veterans Highway and Stacy Court in Jackson Township. The incident resulted in downed wires,…

Jersey Shore Mourns Loss of Former Police Officer After Bout With Cancer

BRICK, NJ – Retired Sergeant David Mazza, known affectionately as Dave or Maz, has passed away on July 27th, 2024, following a valiant struggle with cancer. Born and raised in Deal, NJ,…

Three Thirteen-Year-Olds Flee New Jersey Cops in Stolen Car

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Atlantic City Police Department announced the arrest of three 13-year-old males following the recovery of a stolen vehicle. The incident occurred late on July 28 when Officers…

Traders Cove Concert Series Returns This August in Brick Township

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate and the Township Council are excited to announce the return of the Traders Cove Concert Series, sponsored by Pine Belt Cars, at the Traders Cove…

New Jersey State Police Welcome 116th Trooper Youth Class

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey State Police Academy extended a warm welcome to the 116th Trooper Youth Week Class, introducing young recruits to the disciplined world of law enforcement training. The…

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