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Morning Commute Hampered by Accidents and Delays Across New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Commuters across New Jersey faced significant delays Tuesday morning, as a series of accidents, disabled vehicles, and road congestion complicated travel on several major routes. Heavy traffic was reported…

November 12, 2024

Highland Park Man Convicted on Multiple Charges in Somerset County

Somerville, N.J. – A Somerset County Jury has found Gerald Chapman, 41, of Highland Park, N.J., guilty of several charges following a weeklong trial. Chapman was convicted of second-degree Possession of a…

October 1, 2024

Every Town With a Spirit Halloween Store in New Jersey for 2024

Is it even fall if you haven’t already wandered the fog-filled aisles of a Spirit Halloween? Not in Jersey! The spooky season officially starts when Spirit Halloween starts popping up all over…

September 30, 2024

State police seek public’s help in fatal hit-and-run on State Highway 55

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are seeking assistance from the public in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on State Highway 55 in Gloucester…

September 9, 2024

Man Found Dead After Car Plunges Into Delaware Raritan Canal

FRANKLIN, N.J. — A 31-year-old Skillman man was found dead on Saturday after his car crashed and became submerged in the Delaware Raritan Canal, authorities said. The incident came to light around…

August 29, 2024

One Dead, Three Critical in New Jersey Crash

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A three-vehicle collision on Thursday morning at the intersection of Hogback Road, Route 617, and Lower Lansdown Road has left one passenger dead and three others seriously injured.…

August 22, 2024

New Jersey Man Receives 15-Year Sentence for Double Vehicular Homicide in New Jersey

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Amitoj Oberoi was sentenced to 15 years in state prison on Wednesday for two counts of first degree vehicular homicide following a deadly crash last year. Oberoi is…

August 15, 2024

Somerset Man Charged in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case

CINNAMINSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police Chief William Obuchowski announced the arrest of 27-year-old Sebastian Romero of Somerset, who faces multiple charges relating to child exploitation. Romero was apprehended on August 2 at…

August 9, 2024

Stop and Shop to Shut Down 18 Stores in New York and New Jersey by November

Stop & Shop to Close 32 Underperforming Stores by Year-End NEW YORK, NY – Stop & Shop announced plans to close 32 underperforming stores by the end of the year, with nearly…

July 12, 2024

Somerset Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Homicide Charges

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Amitoj Oberoi, a 30-year-old resident of Somerset, New Jersey, entered guilty pleas to two counts of first-degree Vehicular Homicide on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. The pleas were made before…

June 26, 2024

New Jersey Drug Queen Pushed Psychodelic Drugs, 25 Pounds of Weed Near Public Park

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ—Maria Santiago-Cossean, 55, of Franklin Township, was arrested on Thursday, charged with multiple drug-related offenses by detectives from the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office. The charges stem from a large-scale narcotics…

June 3, 2024

Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Hunterdon County Under Investigation

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred on Sunday, May 26, 2024, around 11:00 am. The accident took place on Croton Road…

May 28, 2024

Watch: Hero New Jersey Firefighters Save Dog Trapped Inside Tire Using Plasma Cutter

FRANKLINVILLE, NJ – In a display of community service and dedication, the Franklinville Volunteer Fire Company (FVFC) and Franklin Township Police Department collaborated to rescue a local pet in distress. A dog…

March 24, 2024

What’s That Smell in New Jersey? Multiple Regions Reported Varied Smoke Conditions

New Jersey Forest Fire Service Announces Prescribed Burning Operations TRENTON, NJ— As you drive around New Jersey today, you might be wondering, Why is there is a lingering smoky smell in the…

March 14, 2024

New Jersey School Teacher Busted for Affair With 14-Year-Old Student

RARITAN BOROUGH, N.J. – The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office, in conjunction with the Raritan Borough Police Department, announced the arrest of Lydia Pinto, 38, of Newton, Pennsylvania. Pinto, a former high school…

November 20, 2023

New Jersey School Bus Monitor Faces Upgraded Charges in Child’s Death

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, which occurred…

November 17, 2023

New Jersey Police Not Giving Up Search for Killer of 15-Year-Old Girl in 1970

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The New Jersey State Police, Troop K, continues its investigation into the 1970 homicide of 15-year-old Alice Lezan of Franklin Township. On November 14, 1970, State Police discovered…

November 16, 2023

Paterson Launches Prosecutor-Led Diversion Program for Substance Use

PATERSON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Officer in Charge Isa Abbassi, announced the launch of the Opt for Help…

November 9, 2023

Where Is the Nearest New Jersey Spirit Halloween Store in 2023: A Complete List

Spirit Halloween, a popular seasonal retailer, has expanded its footprint across New Jersey with a wide selection of Halloween costumes, decorations, and accessories. The chain, which operates over 1,500 stores throughout the…

September 12, 2023

Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assaults in Somerset County

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Rogelio Calyeca Postrero has entered a guilty plea to two counts of first-degree Aggravated Sexual Assault. The plea was announced by Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald and Chief…

September 11, 2023

Video Shows Moment Machete Wielding Perp Attacks NJ Cops, Shot

NEW BRUNSWICK – A machete-wielding subject attacked police officers who responded by shooting the man in self-defense and the entire incident was caught on video. A man brandishing a knife was shot…

September 10, 2023

Man Wielding Knife Shot by Police in New Brunswick

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – On Friday afternoon, a man armed with a knife was shot by police near Route 27 and Mitchell Avenue. Officers from the Franklin Township and New Brunswick Police…

September 2, 2023

Somerset Man Charged for Crash that Killed His Two Passengers While DWI

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – On Sunday, Franklin Township Police responded to a single-car crash on Somerset Street near Voorhees Avenue at approximately 6:22 a.m. Amitoj Oberoi, 29, was found to be over…

September 1, 2023

Double Fatal Crashes Under Investigation in Somerset County

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, Chief of County Detectives Francisco Roman Jr., and Franklin Township Public Safety Director Quovella M. Maeweather are leading an ongoing investigation into…

August 30, 2023

Ohio Man Arrested for Assaulting Child in New Jersey

Warren County, NJ – A 44-year-old man from Zanesville, Ohio, has been charged with multiple offenses, including one that carries a potential life sentence, for allegedly sexually assaulting a child in Franklin…

August 27, 2023

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Morning Commute Hampered by Accidents and Delays Across New Jersey

Highland Park Man Convicted on Multiple Charges in Somerset County

Every Town With a Spirit Halloween Store in New Jersey for 2024

State police seek public’s help in fatal hit-and-run on State Highway 55

Man Found Dead After Car Plunges Into Delaware Raritan Canal

One Dead, Three Critical in New Jersey Crash

New Jersey Man Receives 15-Year Sentence for Double Vehicular Homicide in New Jersey

Somerset Man Charged in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case

Stop and Shop to Shut Down 18 Stores in New York and New Jersey by November

Somerset Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Homicide Charges

New Jersey Drug Queen Pushed Psychodelic Drugs, 25 Pounds of Weed Near Public Park

Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Hunterdon County Under Investigation

Watch: Hero New Jersey Firefighters Save Dog Trapped Inside Tire Using Plasma Cutter

What’s That Smell in New Jersey? Multiple Regions Reported Varied Smoke Conditions

New Jersey School Teacher Busted for Affair With 14-Year-Old Student

New Jersey School Bus Monitor Faces Upgraded Charges in Child’s Death

New Jersey Police Not Giving Up Search for Killer of 15-Year-Old Girl in 1970

Paterson Launches Prosecutor-Led Diversion Program for Substance Use

Where Is the Nearest New Jersey Spirit Halloween Store in 2023: A Complete List

Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assaults in Somerset County

Video Shows Moment Machete Wielding Perp Attacks NJ Cops, Shot

Man Wielding Knife Shot by Police in New Brunswick

Somerset Man Charged for Crash that Killed His Two Passengers While DWI

Double Fatal Crashes Under Investigation in Somerset County

Ohio Man Arrested for Assaulting Child in New Jersey

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