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South Jersey Fugitives Offered Safe Surrender Option in September

MILLVILLE, NJ – The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a Fugitive Safe Surrender event will take place on September 9, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the First United Methodist…

New Jersey Senator Menendez Resigns As Murphy Prepares to Pick Successor

TRENTON, NJ — U.S. Senator Bob Menendez announced he will resign from his Senate seat effective August 20, following his recent conviction on federal bribery charges. In a letter to Governor Phil…

New Jersey Man Murdered by Transitioning Teen in Florida

Toms River, NJ — A 16-year-old girl who was undergoing a gender transition from Palm Bay, Florida has been arrested and charged with the first-degree pre-meditated murder of her mother and her…

State Threatens Toms River School Officials After 9% Tax Increase Falls $12 Million Short

The Administration of Governor Phil Murphy Threatens to Remove Superindendent if Boad Does Not Raise Taxes Even Higher, or Sell Buildings TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Regional School District has…

Barnegat Man Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Assault and Firearms Offenses

Mays Landing, NJ — Louis Stokes, 27, of Barnegat, NJ, pleaded guilty on Thursday to second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose, and third-degree hindering apprehension. The…

Former Seton Hall Employees Admit to $1.3 Million Embezzlement

Newark, NJ — Teresina DeAlmeida, 59, of Warren, New Jersey, and Rose Martins, 44, of East Hanover, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy on Friday. Silvia Cardoso, 61, of Warren,…

Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Role in Kearny Home Invasion

KEARNY, N.J. — Evin Ferman-Argueta was sentenced to 25 years in New Jersey State Prison for his involvement in a 2017 home invasion, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez. The sentencing…

Monmouth County DWI Task Force DWI Checkpoint This Weekend

Monmouth County, NJ — The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will conduct two DWI checkpoints this upcoming weekend. The first checkpoint will be held from 9:00 PM on Friday, July 26, through…

Two Winners Share $150K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Two tickets matched all five numbers in the Thursday Jersey Cash 5 drawing, splitting the $150,000 jackpot. Each ticket holder will receive $75,000. The winning numbers were 04, 11,…

Ocean County Man Charged for Crimes Against Child

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — David Lyons faces multiple charges stemming from alleged criminal activities involving invasion of privacy and endangering the welfare of a child. Lyons is accused of committing several offenses,…

South Carolina Cocaine Trafficker, Fugitive Captured at the Jersey Shore

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A drug trafficker wanted out of South Carolina has been captured and is in custody at the Jersey Shore. In 2019, the Horry County Police Department has arrested…

Charges Filed for Assaulting Healthcare Worker

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Simon Elliot Farino, 20, of Ocean County, has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault in a domestic violence case. Farino was booked into the Ocean County Jail…

Jackson Spraypark Reopens After Repairs

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township is pleased to announced that the spray park at the Jackson Justice Complex has been reopened. The township invites families with children up to age 12 to…

Brick Township Hosts Annual SummerFest Car Show

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Brick Township is set to host one of the Jersey Shore’s premier car shows, the annual SummerFest Car Show organized by the Time Capsule Cruisers. The event, known…

New Jersey to Repurpose Empty Youth Correctional Facilities

TRENTON, N.J. — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced the formation of the Youth Justice Working Group to explore repurposing options for the New Jersey Training School and the Female Secure Care…

FreshPet Selects Bedminster for New Headquarters in Somerset County

BEDMINSTER, N.J. — FreshPet, a leading company in the healthy pet food sector, has announced its decision to establish its new headquarters in Bedminster, Somerset County. The announcement was celebrated with a…

NJ Transit Failures Lead to Call for Legislative Investigation and Hearing

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey State Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) has formally requested hearings to investigate the ongoing issues plaguing New Jersey Transit’s River Line service. Singleton’s call for action comes in…

Trump To Visit the Jersey Shore This Weekend For Campaign Fundraiser

DEAL, N.J. — Former President Donald Trump is planning to appear at a fundraiser at the Jersey Shore this weekend, featuring a host of prominent Republican figures. The invitation for Sunday’s fundraiser…

Newark Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects

NEWARK, N.J. — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is requesting the public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in an armed robbery that took place on July 12. The incident…

Deirdre’s House: A Beacon of Hope for Morris County’s Child Victims

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Since its opening in 1996, Deirdre’s House in Morristown has provided a nurturing and safe environment for Morris County’s most vulnerable victims to speak to law enforcement. This child…

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