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Antojito’s Restaurant Owners in Irvington Receive Violations for Opening Bar in Violation of Murphy’s Law

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

IRVINGTON, NJ – Irvington police this week didn’t care that Antojito’s Restaurant serves up about the best Mexican food in the entire state when it came to issue summons to owners Diana and Dunia this week for opening their restaurant. The owners received violations for allowed patrons inside, allegedly seating customers and serving alcoholic drinks. They now face a 10 day suspension of their liquor license. Diana Ron, 38, of Union, N.J. and Dunia Mora, 59, of Irvington, N.J., were both cited for violating the orders on May 11. Ron owns Antojito’s Restaurant in Irvington, while Mora is the restaurant’s

Cliffside Park Furniture Store Owner Charged for Selling Furniture During COVID-19 Pandemic

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

IRVINGTON, NJ – A Cliffside Park, New Jersey man has been charged for operating his furniture store and illegally earning income by police officers in Irvington. The incident happened just days before Governor Phil Murphy lifted a ban on non-essential retail services in the state. Mohammad Bahar, 42, of Cliffside Park, N.J., was charged on May 12 with violating the emergency orders by operating a non-essential retail business — S&S Furniture Gallery in Irvington. Bahar, the store manager, was cited after police observed the store open and operating with customers inside.

Passaic Massage Parlor Shut Down, Owner Charged for Violating Murphy’s Law

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

PASSAIC, NJ – There was no happy ending this week for Miran Lee, owner of a Passaic massage parlor who was operating her business in violation of Murphy’s Law. Miran Lee, 45, of Passaic, N.J., was charged on May 12 with violating the emergency orders and risking/causing widespread injury (4th degree) after police found her massage business – New Asian Massage – open and serving customers. On two prior occasions, Lee was issued summonses for violating the emergency orders by operating the same non-essential business and failing to practice social distancing.

Three In Lakewood Charged, One Arrested for Violating Murphy’s Law, Holding Religious Ceremonies

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Three Lakewood residents were charged this week, with one being arrested after police responded to backyard open-fires and religious gatherings. The practice is called Lag BaOmer, a well known Jewish custom that involves the lighting of bonfires. Yisrael Knopfler, 44, of Lakewood, N.J., was charged with violating the emergency orders and other disorderly persons offenses on May 11 in connection with an incident that began when police found him hosting a gathering of more than 10 people in his back yard, where a tent was set up. Upon the officers’ arrival, a group of approximately 20 men

Police in New Jersey Charge Perth Amboy Beauty Supply Store Owner for Breaking Murphy’s Law

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

PERTH AMBOY, NJ – A Perth Amboy Beauty Salon owner was charged for violating Murphy’s Law and operating a his beauty salon. Chan Kwon, 49, of Perth Amboy, N.J., was charged on May 13 with violating the emergency orders by operating a non-essential business. Kwon owns a beauty supply store in Perth Amboy. The May 13 incident was the second time Kwon has been charged with violating the emergency orders. He received a summons on May 5 under similar circumstances.

Four People Charged In Burlington Township for Violating Emergency Orders

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Antwan Strickland, 20, of Roebling, Jemir Jones, 21, of Mount Laurel, and Rashaun Turner, 33, of Burlington Township were charged May 14 with violating the emergency orders after Burlington Police responded to a report of a dozen people gathered in the back yard of an abandoned home in Burlington city.Strickland, Jones and Turner were previously warned by police in connection with several similar incidents involving large gatherings. In addition, Strickland and Jones were among four people charged with violating the emergency orders and other disorderly persons offenses in Burlington city on May 10.

COVID-19 Infected Health Worker Charged After Infecting 80-Year-Old Patient Who Later Died

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

CAMDEN, NJ – A home health aide who was entrusted to care for an 80-year-old COVID-19 patient who later died. She is also suspected of infecting the patient’s family. Josefina Brito-Hernandez, 49, of Camden, N.J., was charged on May 14 with five counts of endangering the welfare of another (3rd degree and 4th degree). Brito was a home health aide who cared for an 80-year-old Camden city resident. On April 16, Brito was not feeling well and went to the Camden COVID-19 testing sight for testing. She allegedly did not disclose this fact to the elderly person for whom she

Drunk Newtown Man Throws Bloody Face Covering at Andover Police Officers

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

ANDOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Newtown, New Jersey man was pulled over after being suspected of driving while intoxicated. Upon inspection, David Hathaway reportedly resisted arrest and threw a blood and saliva soaked face mask at officers. David Hathaway, 61, of Newton, N.J., was arrested on May 9 by the Andover Township Police Department for DWI, throwing bodily fluids at a law enforcement officer (4th degree), resisting arrest (disorderly persons offense), and violating the emergency orders. When Hathaway was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, he allegedly resisted arrest and threw a facial covering containing blood and saliva at

Teaneck Woman Spit on Englewood Police Officers

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

ENGLEWOOD, NJ – A 43-year-old woman was charged by police officers for violating a restraining officers and spitting her alleged COVID-19 infected bodily fluids at officers. Sughuy Cepeda, 43, of Teaneck, N.J., was charged on May 11 by the Englewood Police Department with terroristic threats during an emergency (2nd degree), and contempt (disorderly persons offense). At approximately 1:00 a.m., Englewood Police were called to a disturbance at a residence, where they found Cepeda present despite a temporary restraining order prohibiting her from being there. She was arrested four times before for violating the TRO. Upon arrest and transport, Cepeda allegedly

Secaucus Woman Spits at Cops, Guards After Police Respond to 911 Hang Up

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20200

SEACAUCUS, NJ – An irate woman spit at a police officer and guard in Secaucus, New Jersey this week and was charged for disorderly persons. This week, there was a movement in Trenton to increase fines for people who spit at first responders during COVID-19 but that law has not progressed as of today. One Person Charged in Secaucus Margaret O’Leary, 20, of Secaucus, N.J., was charged on May 12 with four counts of aggravated assault on a police officer (3rd degree), two counts of throwing bodily fluids (4th degree), resisting arrest (3rd degree), and disorderly persons offenses after an

Berkeley Township Never Shut Down Beaches Or Parks, Now Has Great News to Share

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – It’s been a little known secret during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the municipal parks and beaches in Berkeley Township never fully closed. While Mayor Amato did shut down bathrooms and playgrounds at the direction of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s executive order. This week, Amato says all Berkeley Township Parks will be fully opened beginning Saturday, but stresses social distancing is a must. He also announced drive-in movies are on the schedule for Veterans Park “Everyone has been extremely patient during this pandemic, as we all work together to help “flatten the curve,” Mayor Amato said.

Beaches Are Open, But One Shore Town Really Doesn’t Want Your Business In Their Town

Conservative TimesMay 15, 20200

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has reopened beaches at the Jersey Shore, but Point Pleasant Beach is doing all it can to discourage out of towners from coming. Starting today, beaches open, but you’re going to have a very long walk unless you are a resident. The town is banning parking east of the train tracks, which is essentially a four to five block walk past empty parking spaces on your way to the beach and boardwalk area. This isn’t about the walk. This is about the message. Point Pleasant Beach just doesn’t want you in their

NJCOA to Phil Murphy: Reopen Our State Campgrounds!

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

Marmora, NJ – As we broach the 8th week of Governor Murphy’s “stay at home” orders and closing of almost all of the businesses in the state, New Jersey campground owners are astonished by the lack of conversation the Governor’s office is willing to have with New Jersey Campground Owners & Outdoor Lodging Association (NJCOA) about opening campgrounds for transient guests at this time. The Association represents private campground owners throughout the state which accounts for almost $144 million in tourism revenue. Executive Director Joann DelVescio is amazed that the hotels and motels across the state can open for transients,

Governor Murphy Sends Mixed Message on Youth Sports

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

JACKSON, NJ – This week, Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina said his town would defy Governor Phil Murphy’s ban on recreational sports activities in his town parks and on Thursday, Governor Murphy said he has no problem with that. As long as participants are following safe social distancing policies, Murphy said there’s no reason to panic or stop Reina’s plan. “With respect to contact sports, Executive Order 133 gave municipalities and counties the ability to operate their parks if they so choose, but they have to still abide by the restrictions that are in that order with respect to state

Governor Murphy, State Has No Idea How and Where People are Getting COVID-19 in New Jersey

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

TRENTON, NJ – When it comes to who is still getting sick from COVID-19 and how and where they are contracting the virus, Governor Phil Murphy was at a loss for words with one reporter on Thursday. With the dwindling numbers of patients and new cases, people in New Jersey want to know what’s really going on and one reporter asked that very question. Reporter: Do you know at this point, how and where people are getting sick? Governor Phil Murphy: I think we gave you the chart in terms of the regions, at least. Reporter: Where they’re coming from, I mean.

Jersey Shore Senator Calls on Murphy to “Even the Playing Field” and Allow More Businesses to Reopen

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

FREEHOLD, NJ – New Jersey State Senator Vin Gopal, a Democrat is urging Phil Murphy to release the chains he has placed on New Jersey businesses and to open more businesses before the entire state economy collapses. Small businesses are starting to feel the crunch after two full months of closures and many are starting to go out of business. “I am a follower and believer in medicine, science, research and data,” Gopal said. “I hope the Governor and State of NJ will look to open up the following areas this week. If they have some data or research to

Here’s What Summer at the Beach Is Going to Look Like in New Jersey

Conservative TimesMay 15, 20200

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy on Thursday presented a set of rules and guidelines for the Jersey Shore for the near future and has given local communities free reign on how those rules are going to be implemented. The latest “Murphy’s Law” will start peeling the layers off previously restrictive orders by the governor. The execution of Murphy’s Executive Order No. 143, allows beaches, boardwalks, lakes, and lakeshores to remain open with social distancing measures in place. The Order takes effect on Friday, May 22. “I’m thrilled to announce that the Jersey Shore will be open to families

Lakewood Rabbi Arrested for Violating Murphy’s Law Vows to Keep Violating Murphy’s Law

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

LAKEWOOD, NJ – On Monday Lakewood Rabbi Yisrael Knopfler, who is suing Governor Phil Murphy and the State of New Jersey was arrested after violating Murphy’s Law. Murphy’s Law is a series of draconian executive orders issued by the governor meant to keep people at home and out of work for the greater good of social distancing and “flattening the curve” of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the curve well-flattened, many across New Jersey are now asking “what now?”. The answer from the Murphy administration has been less than reassuring for millions, more quarantine and more basic human rights lost. That’s

Two NFL Players Wanted for Armed Robbery

Breaking Local News ReportMay 15, 20200

REUTERS – Arrest warrants have been issued for National Football League (NFL) players Quinton Dunbar and Deandre Baker in Miramar, Florida, after they were accused of being involved in an armed robbery, local police said late on Thursday. Dunbar, a cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks and New York Giants cornerback Baker were accused of robbing guests at gun-point at a house party they attended near Miami a night earlier, according to the arrest warrant issued on Thursday by the Miramar Police Department. Read more. Photo by Dave Adamson on Unsplash

Last Surviving Drive In Movie Theater In New Jersey to Reopen May 22

Breaking Local News ReportMay 14, 20200

DELSEA, NJ – As Governor Phil Murphy has allowed operators of drive-in and drive-through businesses the privilege to reopen, the Delsea Drive-In has announced they will reopen. The Delsea Drive-in is New Jersey’s last operating real drive-in movie theater. Although towns like Jackson, New Jersey are trying to get a foot in the door with a pop-up drive-in theater in their park, Delsea is the real deal. “We are now scheduled to reopen on May 22, 2020,” Delsea said. “We have been bombarded with email requests for info and requests for info on Facebook. We had to wait for the

Space Farms to Open as Drive Through Zoo; Owner Continues Fight for All Businesses

Breaking Local News ReportMay 14, 20200

Parker F. Space has been one of the New Jersey lawmakers fighting Governor Phil Murphy head-on in recent weeks and today, he announced his very popular Space Farms Zoo is back in business. “These are just a few of the faces you will be able to see from the comfort of your car. “Follow” or “Like” Space Farms Zoo & Museum Facebook Page for the opening date and time with details. Don’t forget Grandma and Grandpa,” the zoo said on Facebook. “Good news! We found out today we will be allowed to open as a drive thru. We will be

Governor Murphy: You Won’t Have to Crap In A Bag At Parks This Weekend, Bathrooms Will Be Open

Breaking Local News ReportMay 14, 20200

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy announced today that he will allow bathrooms in parks to reopen this weekend. Parks, the state claims, were littered with bags of feces and bottles of urine after parks were opened and bathrooms remained closed. Initially, Murphy suggested visitors plan accordingly in case mother nature calls. Bathrooms can reopen as long as the entities that manage them clean and properly sanitize the facilities.

Six Flags Great Adventure Safari Adventure Self Drive-Through is Coming Back!

Breaking Local News ReportMay 14, 20200

JACKSON, N.J. ─ May 14, 2020 ─ Six Flags Great Adventure announced today that it will soon open its Safari adventure as a drive-through experience. This announcement follows New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s executive order permitting drive-through events implementing social distancing guidelines. Six Flags Great Adventure’s Safari operated as a self-drive-through experience from 1974 through 2012. Since 2013, Great Adventure has offered guided truck tours of the Safari. Returning to a standalone, drive-through format enables guests to enjoy the Safari’s 1,200 exotic animals from the privacy and safety of their own vehicles while allowing for proper social distancing. The theme

Jersey Shore Business Owners Sue Governor Murphy “The loss of liberty is at hand”

Breaking Local News ReportMay 14, 20200

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A group of Jersey Shore business owners have teamed up to sue Governor Phil Murphy and the State of New Jersey over what they are calling an unconstitutional forced closure of their businesses. Car Wash & Beyond, Razberri Hair Salon, and Perfect Swing Golf are three of the businesses involved in the lawsuit. The lawsuit begins as a testimony to the freedoms offered by the Constitution of the United States. “Every day in America, mayors and governors — not one of whom is constitutionally or lawfully empowered to author laws and assign punishments for their noncompliance —