Overnight Closures and Detours on Route 18 for Rehabilitation Project

TRENTON, NJ — Starting tonight, motorists in East Brunswick, Middlesex County, will face overnight closures and detours on Route 18 due to a major roadway rehabilitation project. The closures are scheduled from…

South River Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Fatal Hit-and-Run and Vehicular Homicide

SOUTH RIVER, NJ – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Mark Tinitigan of the South River Police Department announced the sentencing of Michael Arena, 64, from South River, for his involvement…

Year Long Investigation Ends with Arrest of Newark Man in Linden Commercially Burglary Spree

A ten-month-long collaborative investigation, spearheaded by the Linden Police Detective Bureau and supported by detectives from Roselle, Union, and Westfield Police Departments, along with the Essex and Somerset County Prosecutor’s Offices, has…

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Route 18 Closure and Detour Notice for East Brunswick Pavement Project

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced upcoming closures and detours on Route 18 due to a significant pavement project in East Brunswick, Middlesex County. Originally…

Million Dollar Winner in South Jersey as Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.23 Billion

TRENTON, NJ — A significant win in New Jersey as the Powerball jackpot continues to grow. A New Jersey Lottery player struck gold by matching five white balls in the April 3…

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Keyport Death Investigation Rule Murder-Suicide

FREEHOLD, NJ – A death investigation in Keyport last week has been officially classified as a murder-suicide by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. The bodies of Ekaterina Kalyapina, 37, and her husband…

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Illegal Drag Racing, Drifting Meet Broken Up by Police in New Jersey

PERTH AMBOY, NJ—Authorities swiftly intervened at an unsanctioned street racing event on March 17. The Perth Amboy Police Department (PAPD) was alerted to the illegal gathering around 5:53 p.m., following numerous 911…

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Police End High-Speed Chase With Stolen Car Suspect After Police Car Damaged

ENGLEWOOD, NJ – A stolen 2019 Honda Pilot involved in a high-speed pursuit caused significant damage and led to a police cruiser being towed on Wednesday night. Deputy Police Chief Matthew de…

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$15K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold Sold i at New Brunswick ShopRite

Trenton, NJ – A Quick Draw Progressive ticket worth $15,686 was purchased by a fortunate individual on Sunday, March 10. This ticket, representing 10% of the progressive jackpot, was sold at Shoprite…

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New Jersey Man Sues Dunkin’ Donuts Over Burns from “Excessively Hot” Coffee

MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – A lawsuit has been filed in Middlesex County Superior Court by Phillip Sgroi, a New Jersey resident, claiming he sustained serious burns from “excessively hot” coffee purchased at…

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Tragic Dog Attack in Avenel Results in Infant’s Death, Parents Injured

AVENEL, NJ – A devastating incident occurred at a home on Mereline Avenue in Avenel, NJ, around 6:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, where a dog attack led to the tragic death…

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Tax Preparer Sentenced for Failing to File Personal Tax Return, Filing Fraudulent Returns

MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone, alongside Chief Griffin M. Banos of the Monroe Township Police Department and the New Jersey Department of Treasury’s Division of Taxation, announced the…

Hundreds of New Jersey Cops Must be Retrained After Attending Course that Taught Unconstitutional Tactics

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s Attorney General has mandated that up to 240 police officers undergo retraining in March or face disciplinary actions. This directive targets officers who participated in a contentious…

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Three Arrested in East Brunswick for Series of Vehicle Burglaries

East Brunswick, NJ – In a coordinated response to vehicle burglary reports, the East Brunswick Police Department apprehended three individuals on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. The incidents occurred around 1:15 PM at…

Monroe Police Breakup Online Sale of Stolen Vehicles

MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Tuesday, the Monroe Township Police Department successfully prevented the sale of stolen vehicles, following a local resident’s suspicions about a transaction on Facebook Marketplace. The resident, who…

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Owen Henry Sworn In as New State Senator for New Jersey’s 12th District

JACKSON, NJ – Owen Henry, former mayor of Old Bridge Township in Middlesex County, has officially taken the oath of office as the new state senator for New Jersey’s 12th Legislative District.…

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Juvenile Among Three Arrested in Warren Township Traffic Stop

WARREN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, alongside Chief of Detectives Francisco Roman Jr. and the Warren Township Police Department, announced the arrest of Javon E. Singletary, 18, of…

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Princeton Woman Killed in Crash on Route 1 South

PLAINSBORO, NJ – A collision on New Year’s Day claimed the life of a 25-year-old Princeton woman, Louisa Bradlow Carman. The incident, which involved multiple vehicles, occurred on Route One South near…

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Aide to NJ Governor Murphy Killed in New Year’s Crash

Louisa B. Carman, a 25-year-old aide to Governor Phil Murphy, died in a Route 1 multi-vehicle collision in Plainsboro early Monday. Governor Murphy expressed deep sorrow over her death. Carman worked as…

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In New Jersey, Christmas Events Run Through New Year’s Eve for the Entire Family

NEWARK, NJ – From ice skating in downtown Newark to cozy igloos and dazzling light shows, New Jersey is alight with festive holiday activities for families and friends this season. Here are…

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