Suffolk police welcome comfort dog Hamilton to support officers and community

Hauppauge, NY – Suffolk County Police introduced their newest team member Thursday — a 19-month-old black Labrador named Hamilton who will serve as a comfort and support dog for officers and staff.…

Lucky Charles County man hits $50,000 Powerball win after switching tactics

HUGHESVILLE, Md. – A Charles County man who normally plays Racetrax struck it big after trying a different game, winning a $50,000 third-tier Powerball prize in the Aug. 16 drawing. Paul Hamilton,…

Four charged after multi-agency heroin bust nets thousands of doses in Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A three-month investigation into heroin distribution across Ocean County ended with four arrests and the seizure of more than 3,500 individual doses of the drug, prosecutors announced. Ocean…

Flooding shuts US 40 in Atlantic County as crashes and delays snarl New Jersey commute

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – A wave of severe traffic disruptions swept across New Jersey on Monday evening, with flooding closing down a major highway in Egg Harbor Township and crashes clogging up…

Star-spangled jackpot as Mercer County player nails $237K prize

HAMILTON, N.J. — A Fourth of July celebration turned even more explosive for a Mercer County resident who landed a $237,552 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot on Friday. The New Jersey Lottery reported…

Deadly stabbing in Trenton as Hamilton man dies at hospital

TRENTON, NJ — Authorities are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred Wednesday evening in Trenton, resulting in the death of a 48-year-old Hamilton man, the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office announced Thursday. According…

Mercer County resident claims massive $1 million scratch-off prize

TRENTON, NJ – A lucky Mercer County player has claimed the first $1 million top prize in the Mega Hot 7’s Scratch-Off Game, with two more top prizes still up for grabs.…

Man Held Jail on $2,5000 Bond for Drug Possession in Ocean County has Detainer

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Jacobo Gonzalez-Cruz was booked into the Ocean County jail on Thursday following his arrest on a drug possession charge, according to inmate records. He has an active detainer…

Prince George’s County man sentenced to 14 years for cocaine distribution in Frederick

FREDERICK, MD — A Prince George’s County man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for possession with the intent to distribute cocaine, the Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office announced. Tully…

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Two Men Charged in String of Burglaries and Weapons Offenses in Hamilton Township

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Township of Hamilton Police Department has concluded a months-long investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts, resulting in charges against two Mays Landing men. Joseph Stansberry,…

Hamilton Elks Lodge sells winning ticket to lucky Fast Play player

TRENTON, NJ — A lucky New Jersey lottery player claimed the top prize of $10,000 in the $10 10X Diamond Spectacular Fast Play Progressive game after purchasing the winning ticket in Mercer…

The Best Places for a Good Meal in Hamilton Township

If you’re looking for some fantastic spots to eat in Hamilton Township, Mercer County, NJ, then you’re in luck! This area has a seriously underrated food scene that locals love. From classic…

Mercer County Player Wins $74K Jackpot

TRENTON, NJ — A lucky player in Mercer County won $74,864 after purchasing a $5 Diamond Spectacular 5X Fast Play ticket on Sunday, September 22. The winning ticket, which claimed 50% of…

Mercer County Woman Sentenced for Fraudulently Collecting Over $268,000 in Survivor Benefits

TRENTON — A Mercer County woman has been sentenced for stealing more than $268,000 in survivor benefits from her deceased husband’s pension, a fraud she continued for nearly a decade after remarrying…

Atlantic County Man Who Had Kid with Crack, Gun in Car, Pleads Guilty

MAYS LANDING, NJ — Halim Fisher, a 25-year-old from Galloway, entered a guilty plea on Monday to multiple charges, including unlawful possession of a handgun, eluding police, and possession of cocaine with…

Burlington County Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Destructive Devices

Trenton, NJ — Today, a Burlington County man admitted to possessing five destructive devices, as announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, from Mount Laurel, New Jersey, entered his…

Lottery Ticket Wins $192K Jackpot in Mercer County

Trenton, NJ — One fortunate ticket holder has won the $192,763 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot from Monday’s drawing. The winning numbers for June 10 were 01, 07, 30, 36, and 41, with…

Mays Landing Man Arrested for Eluding Police in Hamilton Township

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Monday morning, Jordan Berman, 25, from Mays Landing, was arrested by the Township of Hamilton Police Department. The arrest took place in the Harding Lakes development at…

Syracuse Cop, County Deputy Shot and Killed in While Investigating Suspicious Vehicle

SYRACUSE, NY – A routine check on a suspicious vehicle turned tragic on Sunday evening around 7:07 PM, when Syracuse Police Officers and Onondaga County Sheriff’s Deputies were engaged in a fatal…

Hamilton Police Department Welcomes New Full-Time Officer

The Township of Hamilton Police Department is proud to announce the addition of Officer Nicholas Barrett as the newest full-time member of their team. Officer Barrett, age 28, is a graduate of…

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