This Tick Now Spreading Across New Jersey Can Make You Allergic to Red Meat For Life
Lone star ticks are expanding across New Jersey, and more than 1,000 alpha-gal cases were reported as the tick-linked red meat allergy gains attention.…
Water Company Shuts Off Service at Ocean County Social Services Building
Ocean County says a mistaken water shutoff—not a plumbing failure—forced the temporary closure of its Senior Services building in Toms River.…
NJ Transit Rolls Out AI Chatbot, App Upgrades as Financial Problems Persist
NJ Transit rolls out new app features and its Navvie AI assistant as the statewide transportation system works to improve the daily commuter experience.…
Teen Driver Victim of Carjacking in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY – Early Sunday morning at approximately 12:05 AM, a carjacking occurred at the intersection of Carroll Street and Kingston Avenue, involving two young men, aged 19 and 22. The victims…
Queens Man Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minors
QUEENS, NY – On Saturday at 5:40 PM, Aaron Gafur, a 27-year-old resident of Queens, was taken into custody by the Special Victims Squad of Queens. The arrest pertains to allegations that…
Middlesex County Resident Convicted in Major Fentanyl and Heroin Distribution Case
NEWARK, NJ – A resident of Middlesex County has been convicted on charges related to a large-scale fentanyl and heroin distribution network. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger confirmed that Kenneth Strickland, 57,…
Bergen 7-Eleven Sells Winning $295K Jersey Cash 5 Ticket
TRENTON, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold in Bergen County matched all five numbers, winning the $295,216 jackpot on Sunday. The winning numbers for the July 28 drawing were 04,…
Quick Draw Ticket Wins $86K in Ewing
TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw Progressive ticket sold on Saturday, July 27, awarded one lucky player $86,280, 20% of the progressive jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at Glen Roc Liquors,…
Man Shot and Killed on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA—A tragic shooting occurred on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at approximately 4:55 PM on Germantown Avenue, resulting in the death of a 43-year-old Black male. The victim was shot multiple times…
Jersey Shore Baseball Star Mark Leiter, Jr. Is Now A New York Yankee Like His Dad and Uncle
BAYVILLE, NJ – The New York Yankees have made a strategic move to strengthen their bullpen by acquiring right-handed pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. from the Chicago Cubs. The trade, which occurred just…
Ocean County Poster Contest Winners Showcased at Commissioner’s Meeting
TOMS RIVER, NJ—In recognition of National County Government Month, Ocean County students participated in a poster contest, showcasing their views on the best qualities of their county, home to over 650,000 residents.…
Ocean County Celebrates New Habitat for Humanity Project for Local Family
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ—Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi expressed enthusiasm as he joined local officials and community members to celebrate the commencement of construction on a new Habitat for Humanity home. This initiative,…
Maryland Hikers Rescued by Helicopter at Rocky Gap State Park
ROCKY GAP STATE PARK, MD—In a coordinated rescue operation, Trooper 5, a helicopter from the Maryland State Police, was called into action just after 9 pm on Sunday to assist in rescuing…
Police Make Arrest in Saturday Night Shooting in New Rochelle
NEW ROCHELLE, NY—New Rochelle Police have made an arrest following a shooting incident late Saturday night on July 27, near 361 Main Street. At around 11:05 pm, police received reports of gunfire…
Bronx Woman Indicted for Stabbing Man in Neck With Kitchen Knife During Dispute
BRONX, NY—Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announced today that 60-year-old Jacqueline Ratliff has been indicted on charges of second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter following a fatal stabbing in their apartment building.…
Hopewell Couple Found Dead in Apparent Murder Suicide
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ—New Jersey State Police from the Bridgeton Barracks are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that occurred on Roadstown Road on the evening of July 27. Troopers arrived at the scene around…
Delaware State Police Investigate Shooting in Bridgeville
BRIDGEVILLE, DE—State Police detectives are actively investigating a shooting that took place on July 28, around 4:45 p.m., at a residence located in the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive. Authorities were…
New Jersey Father Shot and Killed While Protecting His Children from Carjacker
TRENTON, NJ – In a tragic incident over the weekend, a man was killed while reportedly protecting his children during a carjacking attempt. Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo Onofri stated that police were…
New Jersey to Suspened Trenton Liquor Licenses Following Owner’s Arrest
TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) has filed an Order to Show Cause (OTSC) to indefinitely suspend the liquor licenses of…
Virginia Beach Police Investigate Fatal Bicycle Accident
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) is investigating a fatal accident involving a bicyclist that occurred on General Booth Blvd. Officers responded to the 900 block of General…
Lakewood Man Arrested for Bank Robbery in Brick Township
BRICK, NJ — Chief of Police David Forrester of the Brick Township Police Department announced the arrest of Andrew Borbotko, 3rd, 44, from Lakewood, charged with second-degree robbery related to a recent…
A Million Dollar Maryland Lottery Ticket Remains Unclaimed
BALTIMORE, MD — A Maryland Lottery player in Dundalk has yet to claim their $1,045,589 FAST PLAY Extreme Green ticket, purchased on Wednesday. Meanwhile, sizable winnings were distributed across the state, with…
South River Man Indicted for Sexual Assaults Against Children
FREEHOLD, NJ — A Monmouth County Grand Jury has indicted Robert L. Wisiak, 45, of South River, on two counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault involving minors. The indictment, announced by Monmouth…