The History and Tradition of New Jersey’s Mischief Night
Mischief Night is a beloved (and sometimes notorious) tradition in New Jersey, and if you grew up in the Garden State, you probably have some wild tales from October 30th. But how…
Riverton man sentenced to 20 years for fatal stabbing at Mount Laurel hotel
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A Riverton resident has been sentenced to 20 years in state prison for fatally stabbing a 36-year-old man during a confrontation at a Mount Laurel hotel last year.…
Bill to prohibit ‘deepfake’ content before elections clears N.J. Senate committee
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill seeking to prohibit the distribution of “deepfake” audio or visual media intended to deceive voters has advanced in the New Jersey State Senate. The proposed legislation, approved…
New Jersey family sues funeral home after allegedly discovering wrong body in loved one’s casket
CAMDEN, N.J. — A New Jersey family is suing Boyd Funeral Home, alleging that workers placed the wrong body in their deceased relative’s clothing and presented it in the casket during a…
Teen arrested for carjacking pizza delivery driver in South Jersey
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A juvenile has been arrested and charged after a pizza delivery driver was robbed, assaulted, and carjacked at the Millbridge Apartments complex on Sunday evening, police said. The…
Female New Jersey Detective Shot and Killed During Violent Home Invasion
BRIDGETON, N.J. — Law enforcement agencies in southern New Jersey are investigating the fatal shooting of a Cumberland County detective during a home invasion late Tuesday night. The victim, identified as Monica…
Local Woman Among Those Honored at Gloucester Township Ceremony
Gloucester Township, NJ – Volunteer Robin Spina was acknowledged at the Annual Gloucester Township Citizens Appreciation Park Ceremony. He was celebrated for his contributions to the Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD). Spina…
Columbus Day and Italian Heritage Still Under Fire In New Jersey, America’s Second Largest Italian State
Columbus Day, celebrated on the second Monday of October, holds special significance for the large Italian-American population in New Jersey. With over 17% of the state’s residents tracing their roots back to…
Voorhees Township Road Widening Project Announced
Voorhees, NJ – A road widening project will commence at the intersection of Haddonfield-Berlin Road (CR561) and White Horse Road in Voorhees Township. The construction is scheduled for Monday, October 14th, from…
Police Seek Information in Dover Robbery Investigation
Dover, DE Delaware State Police are currently investigating a robbery that occurred in Dover on Sunday night. The incident was reported at approximately 7:25 p.m. at the Dollar General on South Dupont…
Dover Robbery Suspect Arrested by Delaware State Police
Dover, DE- Delaware State Police have apprehended Carlton Harris, 34, of Dover, in connection with a robbery in Dover earlier this week. On Sunday at approximately 7:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to…
Atlantic City police investigate crash that injured 5-year-old child
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A 5-year-old child was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle on Friday evening, according to the Atlantic City Police Department. The incident occurred around 5:48 p.m.…
Former Salem County man admits role in stolen check scheme
CAMDEN, N.J. – A former Salem County man admitted his involvement in a scheme to steal checks from the mail and defraud banks, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Friday. Dezhon McCrae,…
Fintastic Pumpkin Glow at Adventure Aquarium Lights Up the Fall Season
CAMDEN, NJ – Adventure Aquarium’s Fintastic Pumpkin Glow returns, offering guests a magical underwater fall experience from October 1 through November 3. Visitors will be mesmerized by glowing pumpkins of all shapes…
Illegal Migrant Facing Deportation Attacks New Jersey ICE Officer
CAMDEN, N.J.,— A foreign national admitted in federal court today to assaulting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer while in custody, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Vasil Petrov, 40, of…
Burlington County Man Charged with Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses
Camden, N.J. – A Burlington County man has been charged with multiple drug and firearm-related offenses, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Daniel Garcia Jr., 27, of Maple Shade, faces charges…
Sussex County Man Sentenced to Over 12 Years for Methamphetamine Distribution
Camden, N.J. – A Sussex County man was sentenced to 146 months in prison for his role in distributing methamphetamine, as part of a drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced.…
New Jersey Attorney General Cracks Down on Unfair Housing Practices by Inner City Landlords
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) has issued 25 Notices of Violation to housing providers across 11 counties for allegedly violating the state’s Fair Chance in Housing…
Riverton man convicted of 2023 fatal stabbing at Mount Laurel hotel
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. — A 30-year-old Riverton resident, Taylor Perkins, has been convicted of fatally stabbing a man during a fight at the Rodeway Inn in Mount Laurel in the spring of…
American Water Raises Rates for New Jersey Customers
CAMDEN, N.J. – The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has approved new water and wastewater rates for New Jersey American Water, following a settlement with the N.J. Division of Rate…