Multiple Arrests Made in Somerset County Burglary Spree

SOMERVILLE, NJ—Authorities in Somerset County have announced the arrests of six individuals linked to a series of residential and motor vehicle burglaries across Bernards Township, Bernardsville Borough, and Green Brook Township. Somerset…

July 30, 2024

New Brunswick Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Vincent Sabo of the New Brunswick Police Department have announced that Christian Farmer, a 20-year-old resident of New Brunswick, has pleaded guilty to…

July 30, 2024

RWJBarnabas Health Physicians Receive Top Honors at New Jersey Heart Ball

WEST ORANGE, NJ – The American Heart Association’s 2024 New Jersey Heart Ball, held on June 14 at The Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains, was a celebratory event recognizing the significant contributions…

July 30, 2024

Wildwoods Convention Center to Host Sports Cards, Toys, Comics, and Collectibles Show

THE WILDWOODS, NJ – From Friday, August 23, to Sunday, August 25, 2024, the Wildwoods Convention Center will be bustling with collectors and families as it hosts the anticipated Sports Card, Toys,…

July 30, 2024

Jersey City Man Receives 17-Year Sentence for 2021 Homicide

JERSEY CITY, NJ—In a recent court ruling, Tyquan Baisden, 28, of Jersey City, was sentenced to 17 years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2021 killing of 27-year-old Diamond Davila. Hudson…

July 30, 2024

Quick Stop Deli Sells Winning $139K Quick Draw Ticket

TRENTON, NJ – A Quick Draw Progressive ticket purchased on Sunday won $139,420, 40% of the progressive jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at Quick Stop Deli, located at 162 New Brunswick…

July 30, 2024

Say What? Survey Says New Jersey Accent Troubling to AI Software

TRENTON, NJ – A recent survey highlights the challenges voice recognition AI technologies face with various regional accents across the United States. Among these, the New Jersey accent ranks as the third…

July 30, 2024

New Jersey Drivers Still Wary of Phil Murphy EV Push

In New Jersey, the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) is generating both excitement and uncertainty among drivers, accentuated by the current political discourse. A recent survey by Quantrell Subaru reveals that while…

July 30, 2024

Record Turnout at Wildwoods’ Baby Waddle Contest

THE WILDWOODS, NJ – The Wildwoods Loves Waddlers Baby Waddle Contest held on July 30, 2024, witnessed its highest participation yet, with over 50 infants 24 months and younger showcasing their crawling…

July 30, 2024

Lottery Ticket Wins $129K Jackpot in East Brunswick

TRENTON, NJ – A $10 Jersey Jackpot Fast Play Progressive ticket sold on Sunday in East Brunswick awarded one player the full $129,652 jackpot. The winning ticket was purchased at Stop &…

July 30, 2024

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,…

July 30, 2024

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,…

July 30, 2024

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,…

July 30, 2024

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…

July 30, 2024

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.…

July 30, 2024

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,…

July 30, 2024

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…

July 30, 2024

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…

July 30, 2024

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…

July 30, 2024

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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…

July 30, 2024

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