Indiana mother fatally shot three days after filing for protection from husband

Indiana mother fatally shot three days after filing for protection from husband Indianapolis, IN A mother in Indiana who sought a protective order against her husband on Christmas Day was shot and…

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Washington County man wins $50,000 on Ravens scratch-off bought as his own stocking stuffer

SMITHSBURG, MD – A Washington County man’s self-gift this holiday season turned into a $50,000 windfall after a Ravens-themed Maryland Lottery scratch-off delivered a second-tier prize. Baltimore Ravens fan and longtime Lottery…

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Pittsville man wins $50,000 Maryland Lottery prize eight years after his mother’s big win

BALTIMORE, MD – A Wicomico County man’s family luck struck again just before Christmas, as Pittsville resident Steven Serio claimed a $50,000 Maryland Lottery Bonus Match 5 prize — eight years after…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

He Campaigned Against Pay Raises for Elected Officials, But Happily Cashed His First Check After Taking Office

JACKSON, N.J. – It’s Christmas time in the Pollak house, but this year, there’s a little something extra underneath that tree. Jackson Councilman Christopher Pollak, who campaigned on rooting out political corruption…

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Jackson councilman who blasted 400% pay raise happily cashes first public check after just one meeting

JACKSON, N.J. – It’s Christmas time in the Pollak house, but this year, there’s a little something extra underneath that tree. Jackson Councilman Christopher Pollak, who campaigned on rooting out political corruption…

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Second dirt bike theft in Whiting leaves riders in community on edge

WHITING, N.J. – A Whiting family says their sense of security has been shattered after three masked thieves stole their son’s dirt bike from their yard earlier this month—the second such theft…

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Mayor Kuhn Visits Senior Holiday Party at Sunrise Senior Living Holiday Food Drive

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and Council Vice President Giuseppe Palmeri joined residents and staff at Sunrise Senior Living on Thursday morning for a warm, festive community breakfast in support of Fulfill…

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Police Navidad! New Jersey Cops Bust Two Suspects in Citywide Package Theft Operation

FAIR LAWN, NJ – After weeks of package thefts across town, police in Fair Lawn have arrested two suspects accused of stealing deliveries from porches during the busy holiday season. Officers identified…

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New Jersey Santa performer nabbed in child exploitation probe

Trenton, NJ – He checked his file list and checked it twice before uploading photos of children on the internet. Now, this New Jersey Santa performer is getting more than coal in…

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Lawmaker blasts Democrats’ 10 Craziest and Dangerous Bills Being Pushed During Murphy Lame Duck Session

TRENTON, N.J. – Republican Assemblyman Paul Kanitra released a fiery video this week accusing Democratic lawmakers of using the state’s lame-duck legislative session to rush through what he called “the 10 most…

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Jackson Township Congratulates Residents Selected for Radio City Music Hall Trip

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn and the Township Council are pleased to announce that a few lucky residents were randomly selected during this weekend’s Annual Toyland Celebration at the Jackson Senior…

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Perth Amboy firefighters join city parade, remind residents to stay safe this holiday season

PERTH AMBOY, NJ – Members of the Perth Amboy Fire Department joined the community for the city’s annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, using the event to share important reminders about fire…

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Half of New Jersey thinks eggnog is as weak as light beer, new poll finds

Trenton, N.J. – A new survey has found that nearly half of New Jersey adults seriously underestimate the strength of their favorite holiday drinks, with many believing eggnog is no stronger than…

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Brick police warn of ‘Grinch season’ as porch thefts rise with holiday deliveries

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As packages pile up on doorsteps this holiday season, police in Brick Township are reminding residents to stay alert for porch pirates hoping to steal their festive deliveries.…

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Seaside Park police welcome ‘Officer Jingles’ for holiday toy drive

SEASIDE PARK, N.J. – The Seaside Park Police Department is getting into the holiday spirit with the arrival of a special seasonal recruit known as Officer Jingles, who joins the force from…

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One of Jackson’s best holiday light show returns to dazzle residents once again this month

JACKSON, NJ – One of Jackson’s most celebrated holiday traditions is making its return this season as The Cook’s Christmas Lights prepares to flip the switch on another year of dazzling displays.…

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Smithville glows with Holiday Light Show on Lake Meone

SMITHVILLE, NJ – More than 100 Christmas trees float across Lake Meone in Historic Smithville’s Holiday Light Show, running nightly from November 27 through January 6. Key Points A lakeside spectacle The…

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Cape May transforms into Victorian holiday wonderland

CAPE MAY, NJ – Starting November 22, America’s oldest seaside resort becomes a living Christmas card with An Old-Fashioned Christmas in Cape May, featuring gaslit streets, garland-covered inns, and festive tours continuing…

Jersey Shore News

All aboard DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express as it returns to Hammonton

HAMMONTON, NJ – The lights are shining bright once again as DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express rolls into Hammonton for the 2024 holiday season, kicking off November 15 and running on select dates…

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Seas and Greetings brings holiday cheer to Jenkinson’s Boardwalk

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – Jenkinson’s Boardwalk celebrates the holidays seaside with Seas and Greetings, a daytime holiday event running December 13, 20, 27, and 28 from 12–5 p.m. Key Points Holiday…

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