North Jersey News

JERSEY CITY, NJ — Newport Skates, the only outdoor ice skating rink in Jersey City, has officially opened its doors for the 2023-2024 winter season. Located at 95 River Dr …

NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating Freddie Willis, 49, of Newark, wanted in connection with a stabbing …

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A New Jersey school bus monitor, arrested in connection with the death of 6-year-old Fajr Williams, is set for arraignment on upgraded charges today. The incident, …

HACKENSACK, NJ – The USS Ling, a World War II submarine, remains a stranded relic in the Hackensack River, its future uncertain as it continues to rust away from public …

PATERSON, NJ —Daquan Hinton, 40, faced charges of burglary and theft. Authorities from the Wayne Police Department reported observing Hinton exiting Driscoll Foods. He was operating a pallet jack carrying …

Newark, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a shooting incident on October 31st. The incident occurred at …

NEWARK, NJ – Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé announced the arrest of 14 individuals with outstanding warrants in Newark. The arrests, part of the Newark Police Division’s Crime Reduction …

FORT LEE, NJ – Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the investigation into two fatal overdoses at the Skyview Motel. The incident occurred on November 14, 2023, at the motel …

HACKENSACK, NJ – Police arrested a Bergen County man on Monday for attempted robbery at a local McDonald’s. Shajee Jackson, 30, from Hackensack, faces charges of first-degree robbery, weapons offenses, …

NUTLEY, NJ — Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of Omar Rios, a resident of Nutley, NJ, on multiple drug-related charges and money laundering. The arrest on November …

JERSEY CITY, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey, notable as the nation’s first openly gay governor, declared his intention to run for the mayor’s office in Jersey City …

EDISON, NJ – An overturned dump truck caused disruptions on the NJ Turnpike in Edison on Saturday. The incident occurred on the outer roadway of the southbound lanes, at the …

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – A nearly five-hour SWAT standoff ended with the rescue of a hostage and the arrest of Alonzo D. Blakey, 50, on Friday in Somerset County. Somerset …

PATERSON, NJ – A 33-year-old man from Paterson was fatally shot early Friday morning, prompting an investigation by local authorities. Paterson Police Department officers responded to the scene at around …

LINDEN, NJ — A death investigation is in progress after Linden Police discovered two deceased individuals in a vehicle on the 1900 block of E. Linden Ave earlier today. Officers, …

NEWARK, NJ — Director Fritz G. Fragé of Newark Public Safety has announced street closures for the upcoming Drive Up and Go Food Distribution event scheduled for Wednesday, November 8, …

JERSEY CITY, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Transportation honored Jersey City with the 2023 Complete Streets Excellence and Champion Award for its effective implementation of the Vision Zero …

PISCATAWAY, NJ – The Piscataway Township Police Department has announced a temporary road closure on International Ave. The road will be closed in both directions, stretching from Stelton Rd to …

Newark Police Search for Suspect in Carjacking with 3-Year-Old Child Inside NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a …

MILLBURN, NJ – Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ), has been profiled in Authority Magazine’s “Heroes of the Addiction Crisis” series. A Hoboken …

NEWARK, NJ – Newark and State Police in New Jersey have issued an amber alert for 3-year-old Pedro Dasilva. Pedro is described by police as a white male, last seen …

Lambert Castle, located in Paterson, New Jersey, is not just another historical site. It’s home to a collection that spoon enthusiasts and historians can marvel at. The castle’s “Spoon Museum” …

NEWARK, NJ – Authorities in Newark are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who stole $4,000 worth of power tools from a vehicle on October 25. Captured on …

PATERSON, NJ – Two separate shootings occurred in Paterson on Saturday, adding to a month already marked by violence. A 14-year-old boy was shot around 4:30 p.m. while playing basketball. …

PASSAIC, NJ — An early morning shooting on Harrison Street, near Holy Trinity Catholic Church, left one person dead and another injured on Saturday, October 28, according to a statement …