Somerset County Law Enforcement Joins National Drive Sober Campaign for Labor Day Weekend

SOMERVILLE, N.J. — As part of the nationwide effort to combat impaired driving, the Somerset and Hunterdon County law enforcement agencies will be participating in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway…

August 17, 2024

Peeping Tom on the Prowl in New Jersey, Close Your Blinds

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The East Brunswick Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying a male suspect observed peering into a resident’s window earlier this week. The incident occurred…

August 16, 2024

Traffic Alert: Cranbury Road Closure Overnight

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The East Brunswick Police Department has announced that Cranbury Road northbound will be closed at Ryders Lane for milling and paving until approximately 4 a.m. on Saturday. The…

August 16, 2024

Brick Pizzeria Gets the Drop on Dave Portnoy in Near Game-Ending Review

Pizza review time! If you know anything about Dave Portnoy, aka the pizza kingpin of the internet, you know he’s got some strong opinions about pizza. And he’s not afraid to drop…

August 16, 2024

Surf and Turf Seafood Festival Returns to Monmouth Park for Two-Day Event

OCEANPORT, N.J., Aug. 17, 2024 — The Shore’s largest seafood festival is back this weekend at Monmouth Park Racetrack, offering two days of fresh seafood and entertainment. The Surf and Turf Seafood…

August 16, 2024

Queen City Street Fair Returns to Plainfield for Second Year

PLAINFIELD, N.J., Aug. 17, 2024 — The Queen City Street Fair, a growing community favorite, returns today from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on North Avenue and Gavett Place in Plainfield. The…

August 16, 2024

Metuchen Street Fair & Craft Show to Highlight Local Artisans and Vendors

METUCHEN, N.J., Aug. 18, 2024 — The streets of downtown Metuchen will come alive today as the annual Metuchen Street Fair & Craft Show takes place from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.…

August 16, 2024

Edison Chamber of Commerce to Host Annual Food, Wine & Beer Festival

EDISON, N.J., Aug. 17, 2024 — The Edison Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Food, Wine & Beer Festival today from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at 926 Amboy Avenue. The…

August 16, 2024

New Jersey Teens Host 10th Annual Lemonade Stand for Childhood Cancer Research

PRINCETON JUNCTION, N.J. — Two local teens, Arjun and Rohan Khanna, are once again rallying their community for a cause close to their hearts. On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the brothers will…

August 16, 2024

AirFest 2024 at Cape May Airport to Feature Historic Aircraft and Military Flyovers

LOWER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum is set to host AirFest 2024, a four-day event from August 29 through September 1, featuring a showcase of historic aircraft…

August 16, 2024

Driver Sought in Deadly Hit and Crash that Killed Toms River Man in Monmouth County

SHREWSBURY, N.J., Aug. 16, 2024 — Law enforcement officials are actively searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old man from Toms River.…

August 16, 2024

Murphy Confirms Appointment Pal Helmy to Soon to be Vacant U.S. Senate Seat

Governor Phil Murphy just dropped some big news: he’s appointing George Samir Helmy to the United States Senate to replace Senator Robert Menendez after his recent resignation. This move comes after Menendez…

August 16, 2024

Bill Spadea Promises to Bring Back Plastic Bags If Elected Governor

TRENTON, NJ – Bill Spadea, the well-known radio host and Republican candidate for New Jersey governor, is making waves with a bold promise: If elected, he’ll reverse the state’s plastic bag ban.…

August 16, 2024

Forest Resource Education Center Hosts August Events in Jackson

JACKSON, N.J. — The Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) in Jackson is offering a series of nature-focused educational events this August, providing opportunities for participants of all ages to connect with the…

August 16, 2024

New Jersey Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Charge in Newark

NEWARK, N.J. — A member of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced on Thursday. Kareem Green,…

August 16, 2024

Irishman For Harris, Governor Murphy to Stump for Harris, Leaving New Jersey Again

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy is set to leave New Jersey once again, just days after returning from a vacation in Italy. This time, Murphy will be traveling across the country…

August 16, 2024

Atlantic City Man Arrested with Stolen Firearm After Fleeing Police

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – An armed suspect was apprehended by the Atlantic City Police Department after discarding a stolen handgun during a chase. The incident occurred on August 14, 2024, at approximately…

August 15, 2024

Teen Arrested for February Shooting in Silver Spring

GAITHERSBURG, MD – Montgomery County Police have charged a 17-year-old male for his alleged involvement in a violent confrontation that resulted in a shooting on Hartford Avenue in Silver Spring earlier this…

August 15, 2024

New Jersey Man Receives 15-Year Sentence for Double Vehicular Homicide in New Jersey

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Amitoj Oberoi was sentenced to 15 years in state prison on Wednesday for two counts of first degree vehicular homicide following a deadly crash last year. Oberoi is…

August 15, 2024

Former Teacher at Ocean County School Charged with Child Endangerment

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—Douglas Bollinger, 56, from Neptune City, has been charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of criminal sexual contact, as announced by Ocean…

August 15, 2024

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