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This Small New Jersey Park Allegedly Hosted First Public Execution in America

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office shared a historical account this week, recalling the execution of Antoine Le Blanc, a convicted murderer hanged on the Morristown Green in 1833. This…

September 16, 2024

Wayne Man Charged for Leaving Scene of Deadly Crash with Pedestrian in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Authorities have charged a Wayne man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian in Parsippany on August 19. Davut Batca, 31, faces a second-degree charge for…

September 12, 2024

The Unlikely Final Resting Place of MGM’s Leo the Lion at the Side of This New Jersey Road

You’ve probably seen him hundreds of times, roaring majestically before countless MGM films, but did you know that one of the original MGM lions—Slats—is buried in a quiet, unassuming spot in Gillette,…

September 11, 2024

Looking for Retro Arcades? New Jersey Has That Covered

If you’ve ever wanted to step back into the golden age of gaming—when joysticks were king and quarters were your gateway to adventure—New Jersey is your ultimate destination. The Garden State boasts…

September 1, 2024

New Jersey Braces for Another Heat Advisory on Wednesday

Summer isn’t over yet, and New Jersey is about to feel the heat—again. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for much of the state, effective from 11 AM to…

August 27, 2024

What to do in New Jersey in September: Summer is Ending, But the Fun Is Not

As summer in New Jersey begins to wind down, the state still has plenty of magic left to offer. August and September might signal the end of the season, but they’re also…

August 25, 2024

Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Under Investigation in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, in collaboration with the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on Route 46 West on Monday night. The incident…

August 21, 2024

Former New Jersey Gov Christies Continues to Throw Shade at Former President in Years-Long Beef

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Where’s the beef? Look no further than former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie who is still trying to unsuccessfully tip the scales against former U.S. President Donald J. Trump.…

August 18, 2024

Linden Police Officers Recovering After Highway Crash

LINDEN, NJ — Two officers from the New Providence Police Department have been discharged from the hospital and are now recovering at home following a multi-vehicle crash. The incident occurred on August…

August 10, 2024

JCP&L Prepares for Potential Impact from Tropical Storm Debby

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has activated its storm response plan as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby approach New Jersey. The storm is expected to bring heavy…

August 8, 2024

First It Was White Dudes, Now It’s Chris Christie For Kamala

MORRISTOWN, NJ (OP-ED) Alright, folks, grab your popcorn because the 2024 election saga just got a whole lot juicier. In a twist that feels straight out of a reality TV show, former…

August 4, 2024

Deirdre’s House: A Beacon of Hope for Morris County’s Child Victims

MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Since its opening in 1996, Deirdre’s House in Morristown has provided a nurturing and safe environment for Morris County’s most vulnerable victims to speak to law enforcement. This child…

July 25, 2024

Lucky Winner Scores $1,000 a Week for Life in NJ Lottery

Trenton, NJ — A New Jersey Lottery player has won the second-tier CASH4LIFE prize of $1,000 a week for life. The winning ticket, sold at Bernardsville Shop Rite located at 93 Morristown…

July 24, 2024

Police car with emergency lights at night.

Assault and Disturbance on Roosevelt Ave Leads to Arrests

MORRISTOWN, NJ — A large disturbance on Roosevelt Ave on the night of Friday led to a juvenile’s assault and subsequent discovery of ammunition. At approximately 10:59 PM, Morristown Police were called…

July 23, 2024

Chris Christie Assassinates Trump’s RNC Speech on The View

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie aired his sour grapes with former U.S. President Donald Trump by ripping him apart on the progressive ABC morning talk show “The View”.…

July 20, 2024

Elderly New Jersey Man Receives 15-Year Sentence for Shooting His Wife In Head, Killing Her

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has announced the sentencing of 79-year-old Alexander Jacobs of East Hanover for the death of his wife in March 2020. The sentencing took place…

July 13, 2024

Reckless Vehicular Homicide Charge Filed in Fatal Roxbury Crash

ROXBURY, NJ – Morris County Acting Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood, alongside Chief of Detectives Robert McNally and Roxbury Police Chief Dean Adone, announced charges against Gerald Veneziano, 41, of Belleville, in relation to…

June 24, 2024

Garden State Comic Fest Returns to New Jersey

MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Garden State Comic Fest, a premier event for comic book and pop culture enthusiasts, is set to take place on June 22 and 23 at the Mennen Arena.…

June 19, 2024

Identities Released in Fatal Police-Involved Car Accident in Franklin Borough

TRENTON, NJ — The Attorney General’s Office has released the identities of the individuals involved in a fatal car crash that occurred last Monday in Franklin Borough, New Jersey. The crash resulted…

June 11, 2024

New Jersey Attorney General Investigates Fatal Crash Involving Police

TRENTON, NJ – A tragic motor vehicle collision involving an on-duty Franklin Borough police officer led to the death of a female civilian passenger. The crash took place on Monday near the…

May 31, 2024

Homeless Man Charged with Aggravated Assault for Attack on Child in North Jersey Park

MORRISTOWN, NJ — In a troubling development, John Dowd, a 56-year-old homeless man from Morristown, has been arrested and charged with first-degree aggravated assault and third-degree endangering the welfare of a child.…

May 24, 2024

Pizza Scandal Brewing in New Jersey as Portnoy Hides Flop; Gives Friend’s Pizza 8.3

Morristown, NJ—North Jersey is home to what could be described as one of the biggest pizza scandals of the century after Pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy of One Bite Pizza Reviews covered obvious…

May 9, 2024

Freeze Warning Issued for Parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ — The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has confirmed that a freeze warning will remain in effect from 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Friday. Sub-freezing temperatures as…

April 25, 2024

This NJ Shoprite Sold $197K Winning Jersey Cash 5 Ticket

TRENTON, NJ – A ticket sold in Somerset County matched all five numbers in the Jersey Cash 5 drawing on Monday, securing a jackpot of $197,163. The winning numbers were 16, 26,…

April 23, 2024

New Jersey Man Convicted in Luxury Rental Car Heist Gone Wrong

Morristown, NJ – Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has announced the conviction of 37-year-old Melvin Banks of Somerset, New Jersey, on charges of conspiracy, armed robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, and witness…

February 16, 2024

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