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Former Newark Code Enforcement Officer Pleads Guilty in Bribery Scheme Involving Local Business

A former Newark code enforcement officer admitted soliciting a bribe from a local business in exchange for allowing it to reopen despite alleged code violations, state officials announced Friday. NEWARK, NJ –…

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Turnbach Secures Minimum Sentence for Woman Convicted of Killing Beloved Jersey Shore Restaurant Owner

A Seaside Park woman convicted in the drunken driving death of Shady Rest Restaurant owner Robert “Bob” Popovics was sentenced to the minimum five-year prison term allowed under New Jersey law. A…

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Bottle attack at Jersey Shore brawl leaves one victim unconscious and two suspects arrested

Three people were hurt, including one who was knocked unconscious with a bottle, after a late-night fight erupted in North Wildwood, prosecutors said. NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — A violent fight in the…

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South Seaside Park Merger Back in Court as Borough Files New Lawsuit Against Berkeley Township

A new court filing seeks judicial oversight as Seaside Park and Berkeley Township continue negotiations over how to divide assets, debts, and financial obligations following the historic annexation of South Seaside Park.…

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Jersey City Needs a $120 Million Bailout and Former Phil Murphy Aide Wants You to Pay For it

Assemblywoman Katie Brennan says Jersey City needs $120 million from Trenton to help close a massive budget deficit as city officials confront rising costs, depleted reserves, and the prospect of significant tax…

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First Full Day of Summer Brings Heavy Delays Across North Jersey, Hudson River Crossings

Commuters faced lengthy backups Monday morning as police activity on the George Washington Bridge, a water main break on Route 17, and heavy rush-hour traffic snarled major roadways throughout North Jersey. The…

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Bayonne Jewelry Store Robbery Suspect Tracked to Jersey City After $70,000 Heist, Police Say

A masked gunman accused of stealing approximately $70,000 in cash and jewelry from a Bayonne jewelry store was identified and charged after investigators tracked him to Jersey City, authorities said. A Bayonne…

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Newark Killer Convicted in Deadly West Orange Shooting, Acquitted of Murder Charge

A Newark man was convicted of aggravated assault and conspiracy after prosecutors said he helped initiate a confrontation that ended with a 20-year-old West Orange man being fatally shot outside a deli.…

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Migrant Wanted for Deadly Hit and Run in Maryland Captured Trying to Board Plane at Newark Airport

A suspect accused of striking and killing a pedestrian in Gaithersburg and fleeing the scene was arrested at Newark Liberty International Airport while attempting to board a flight, police said. Montgomery County…

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Newark Developer Menashe Davidovitz Charged for Bribing City Officials and Sale of Fake Homeland Security ID Cards

Federal prosecutors say a New York real estate developer bribed Newark officials to obtain permits and certificates while also profiting from the sale of unauthorized identification cards bearing Department of Homeland Security…

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Former Newark Deputy Mayor Sentenced to Federal Prison in Bribery and Kickback Scheme

A former Newark deputy mayor who admitted accepting cash, jewelry, and other benefits in exchange for helping developers secure city-owned properties has been sentenced to more than a year in federal prison.…

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Newark Pulls Proposal to Give Outgoing City Council Member Lifetime Health Benefits, Triggering State Review

Newark pulled a controversial proposal to grant lifetime taxpayer-funded health benefits to a departing councilman after Republican lawmakers called for a state investigation. A proposal that would have granted lifetime taxpayer-funded health…

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Bethlehem Township Swears In Two New Police Officers Following Academy Graduations

The Bethlehem Township Police Department has welcomed two new officers who recently completed police academy training and will now begin a year-long probationary and field training program. The Bethlehem Township Police Department…

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NJ Transit Delays New York Service After World Cup Match, Local Commuters Stranded

Thousands of rail passengers faced delays and service disruptions after a World Cup match at MetLife Stadium, with some NJ Transit trains stopping short of New York City and riders expressing frustration…

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Mikie Sherrill Slams the Brakes on Meals on Wheels Funding in New Budget

Meals on Wheels Ocean County Executive Director James Sigurdson plans to retire on Jan. 1, 2027, ending more than 26 years with the nonprofit organization that provides meals and support services to…

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New York Man Arrested in Berkeley Township Elder Scam Investigation

Police arrested a New York man accused of acting as a courier in a scam that allegedly convinced a Berkeley Township senior citizen to hand over large sums of cash and transfer…

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Rep. Rob Menendez Repaints Jersey City Pride Crosswalk Ahead of Annual Celebration

The New Jersey congressman joined volunteers at the Hudson Pride Center to refresh a prominent rainbow crosswalk before Jersey City Pride festivities. Rep. Rob Menendez joined community members in Jersey City to…

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Banana Ball Steals World Cup Thunder at the Jersey Shore with Sold Out Crowds and Its Own Overpriced Tickets

Sold-out crowds, secondary-market tickets topping $200 and nonstop entertainment turned ShoreTown Ballpark into one of the hottest attractions at the Jersey Shore this weekend. LAKEWOOD, N.J. — While soccer fans flocked to…

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Knicks Win First NBA Title in 53 Years as New Yorkers Burn School Buses to Celebrate

The New York Knicks ended a 53-year championship drought Saturday night, but celebrations quickly spiraled into violence as buses were set on fire, a teenager was shot and dozens of arrests were…

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Beloved South Jersey police K9 Brutus dies after years of service

Retired Voorhees Police K9 Brutus served the department and community for seven years before spending retirement with his longtime handler’s family VOORHEES, N.J. — A police dog known throughout Voorhees Township for…

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