Toms River DPW urges residents to download new app for garbage and recycling schedules
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Department of Public Works is urging residents to use its new free Recycle Coach app to stay informed on garbage, recycling, and sanitation services, including…
Cumberland Police Blotter: Man charged in attempted burglary, officer assaulted
Cumberland, MD – A 22-year-old West Virginia man was arrested Sunday after police say he tried to break into two homes and assaulted an officer during a struggle in a Cumberland neighborhood.…
Baltimore man charged with attempted murder in Gerland Avenue shooting
Baltimore, MD – A 37-year-old Baltimore man has been arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection with the January shooting of a 59-year-old woman in the city’s Northeast District. Detectives…
This cute harbor seal rescued in Beach Haven Gardens is now recovering under vet care
Beach Haven Gardens, NJ – A lethargic harbor seal found on the sand in Beach Haven Gardens earlier this month is now recovering under veterinary care after being transported to a local…
Falling tree kills 2, critically injures 1 on Route 2 in Sunderland
Sunderland, MD – A falling tree crashed onto a moving vehicle Sunday afternoon along Route 2 in Sunderland, killing two occupants and leaving a third critically injured, authorities said. Deputies with the…
New Jersey extends travel restriction through Monday noon; Turnpike exempt
Wall Township, NJ – A mandatory statewide travel restriction has been extended through Monday at noon as snow-covered highways and secondary roads remain hazardous across New Jersey. The restriction began at 9…
Snow plow crash reported in Clarkstown as 12 inches blanket town
Clarkstown, NY – A snow plow crash was reported overnight in Clarkstown as between 10 and 12 inches of snow fell across the town, leaving roadways covered and forcing widespread service cancellations.…
Parsippany police warn roads remain hazardous amid travel ban
Parsippany, NJ – Snow continued to fall across Parsippany Monday morning as police reported slick, snow-covered roads and urged residents to remain off the streets during a statewide travel ban in effect…
NJ Transit suspends rail, bus service Monday amid heavy snow
Newark, NJ – Commuter platforms sat empty Monday morning as NJ Transit suspended all rail, bus, and light rail service statewide, citing heavy snow accumulation and safety concerns for riders and employees.…
Jackson Township warns residents of towing and ticketing if you get stuck driving during state of emergency
Jackson Township, NJ – A snow-covered roadway could quickly become a costly mistake for drivers who ignore a newly declared emergency in Jackson Township, where officials say anyone who gets stuck during…
Blizzard warning continues as New Jersey braces for more snow through Monday night
Mount Holly, NJ – After more than a foot of snow blanketed much of New Jersey, forecasters warned Monday that additional accumulation and strong winds will keep blizzard conditions in place through…
Team USA honors New Jersey’s Johnny Gaudreau after Olympic gold win
Salem Co., NJ – Moments after capturing its first Olympic men’s hockey gold medal in 46 years, Team USA turned its celebration into a tribute, carrying the No. 13 jersey of South…
Jackson School District closes Monday as winter storm halts travel
Jackson, NJ – The Jackson School District announced Sunday afternoon that all schools will be closed Monday due to the ongoing winter storm impacting Ocean County and much of New Jersey. The…
Cops targeted during street takeover in Maryland as police try to retake communities
Pikesville, MD – A coordinated overnight crackdown by the Maryland Car Rally Task Force disrupted multiple illegal street takeovers across the National Capital Region, preventing gatherings that officials said could have drawn…
Montgomery County schools close Monday after snow worsens overnight
Rockville, MD – Montgomery County Public Schools will be closed Monday after worsening winter weather conditions forced officials to shift from a delayed opening to a full systemwide shutdown. The announcement came…
Power outages top 100,000 in New Jersey as blizzard continues to dump snow across region
Trenton, NJ – More than 100,000 New Jersey residents woke up Monday without electricity as a powerful winter storm continued to blanket the state in thick, heavy snow, triggering widespread disruptions and…
Pastor gets 5 years for $434K church fraud in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL – A former Huntsville pastor who diverted more than $400,000 in church funds to buy luxury vehicles, designer goods and jewelry was sentenced to five years in federal prison, closing…
Popcorn the guinea pig steals hearts as Monmouth County SPCA seeks forever home
TINTON FALLS, NJ – There’s a new arrival at the Monmouth County SPCA, and his name is Popcorn — a six-month-old guinea pig looking for his first and forever family. The tiny…
Monmouth County SPCA seeks donations after owner’s illness leaves pets in crisis
TINTON FALLS, NJ – A heartbreaking situation in Monmouth County has led the Monmouth County SPCA to ask the community for donations after several dogs and a cat were found in distress…
Traffic safety in Jackson and Lakewood at top of Ocean County commissioner’s list
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of traffic safety improvements aimed at reducing congestion and improving roadway safety across several municipalities, including Lakewood, Berkeley,…
Toms River prepares for snow storm
Toms River, NJ – Sunday — Snow is set to begin falling later Sunday afternoon across Toms River, and Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick said township crews are already in position as forecasts…
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