Weird and Strange News

New Jersey is a state teeming with bustling cities, quaint small towns, and sprawling suburbs. Yet, within its intricate geography lie several anomalies: landlocked towns, municipalities entirely surrounded by a …

TRENTON, NJ – If you own a Kia or Hyundai, you might want to park your car inside your garage to avoid it from being stolen. You also might not …

FREDERICK, MD – Detectives from both the Frederick Police Department and the Maryland State Police apprehended two teenagers in a stolen white Honda SUV last night, putting an end to …

Philadelphia, PA – Hockey season is about to start and one thing hockey fans in the tri-state are know is that seeing a Philadelphia Flyers game at Wells Fargo Center …

ABSECON, NJ – Pool owners in the Absecon area couldn’t figure out why their pools were turning bright green overnight, but local police were able to solve the mystery earlier …

NEW YORK, NY – A surge in global deaths linked to contaminated cough syrups has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to tighten scrutiny on healthcare product manufacturers. …

If you go to any high school or mall across New Jersey, you’re going to see kids and adults alike wearing footwear that runs in the area of $200 and …

New Jersey offers a variety of outdoor and indoor activities for both humans and their furry companions. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there are plenty of places to …

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY – Two men from North Carolina face 39 counts after authorities found 19 Pitbull puppies, a toddler, and two loaded firearms inside their parked vehicle. Suffolk County …

TRENTON, NJ – Leafwell, a health research organization, has released a study identifying the healthiest cities across New Jersey. The study is based on the frequency with which residents in …

Ah, the Dairy Queen on Route 37 in Toms River. Not just a haven for ice cream lovers but a genuine local hangout that shaped the childhoods of many who …

Every state has its share of outdated or just plain bizarre laws. New Jersey is no exception. While these laws may seem absurd, they were often created to solve very …

TRENTON, NJ – Some New Jersey area veterans were confused and shocked after the federal government recently asked them to affirm their gender in a 25-minute online survey. That survey …

Two individuals were caught on camera loading a ride-on lawnmower onto the back of a pickup truck at a local Lowes, reflecting a broader trend of increasingly bold criminal acts …

High winds and heavy rains persisting for days across New Jersey isn’t just frustrating for people, it can be unsettling for dogs as the constant unfamiliar noises could cause your …

SACRAMENTO, CA – Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed Assembly Bill 316 late Friday, rejecting a legislative attempt to restrict the operation of heavy-duty autonomous trucks in California. The bill, supported by …

PRINCE FREDERICK, MD – School Resource Officer Cpl. D. Naughton responded to Northern Middle School following reports of a disruption caused by a peculiar trespasser. On arrival, Cpl. Naughton encountered …

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy raised more than a few eyebrows this week after telling a group of supporters that his friend wakes up every morning and …

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has unveiled a comprehensive plan to achieve tree equity across New Jersey. The objective is to ensure that all communities, particularly those in densely …

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has repeatedly said he’s not coming for your gas stoves, but on page 20 of the state’s new Strategic Climate Action Plan, …

NEW YORK – New York Governor Kathy Hochul, once a staunch supporter of illegal migrants in her declared sanctuary state has a new message for asylum seekers coming to America. …

Roadside attractions are part of Americana, but they are slowly disappearing. New Jersey is not alone when it comes to the vanishing roadside America. The Pabst Blue Ribbon water tower …

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In the quiet community of Brick Township, a unique dwelling known as the ‘Midget House’ has caught the attention of locals and tourists alike for years. …

BEVERLY, MA – A gray seal that swam through a cement tunnel into Shoe Pond in Beverly, Massachusetts, was safely returned to its natural habitat after a week-long stay that …

QUEENS, NY – Steven Somerville was sentenced to 27 to 29 years in prison for stalking, threatening, and setting fire to the apartment of a woman after she ended their …