State troopers rescue abandoned bear cub found along I-78 in Union Township

Bear cub found alone in roadside ditch prompts quick response from New Jersey troopers Union Township, NJ – A small bear cub found alone along Interstate 78 is now in safe hands…

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NJ Convenience store score turns into $263K payday

Union County lottery ticket hits $263,720 Quick Draw prize at Hillside store Hillside, NJ — A New Jersey Lottery player in Union County secured a $263,720 payout Wednesday after purchasing a Quick…

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Bridgeport crash sentencing closes chapter on 2023 wreck that killed aunt and child

Connecticut driver gets 11½ years for high-speed crash that killed 2 in Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT – A Connecticut man will serve more than a decade in prison after a high-speed crash in…

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Ocean County man accused in scooter crash had BAC nearly three times legal limit

Toms River man charged with assault by auto after Brick scooter crash TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A Toms River man is facing additional criminal charges after prosecutors say he was intoxicated and…

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Federal judge dismisses Jehovah’s Witnesses tax dispute against Gloucester Township

Gloucester Township wins dismissal in federal tax-exemption lawsuit by Jehovah’s Witnesses Gloucester Township, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses challenging a…

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Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes

Advocacy group questions timing as officials investigate cause of death Sandy Hook, NJ – A dead humpback whale washed ashore at Sandy Hook Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation and renewed public debate…

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Toms River Council President Ciccozzi Wants More High Density Affordable Housing Downtown, Twin Towers

Toms River downtown land owner David Ciccozzi wants more high-density housing in Downtown Toms River. Toms River, NJ – As Toms River faces mounting pressure over its affordable housing obligations by the…

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Duck Off? Police Department Dashboard Duck Enforcement Post Catches Jeep Owners Off Guard

Satirical police release warns Jeep owners over rubber ducks in mock safety law Park Ridge, NJ – A widely shared announcement claiming New Jersey drivers could be fined for displaying rubber ducks…

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Multi-state burglary ring tied to Queens crew dismantled after Bensalem arrests

Organized theft group linked to crimes across four states charged in Bucks County case Bensalem, PA – A coordinated investigation spanning multiple states has led to the arrest of three men accused…

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Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize

A 30-foot humpback whale was found dead and washed onto a Sandy Hook beach Wednesday morning, triggering a coordinated response. Sandy Hook, NJ – A deceased humpback whale measuring approximately 30 feet…

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Union County player lands massive lottery win at local convenience store

Union County lottery ticket hits $263,720 Quick Draw prize at Hillside store Hillside, NJ — A New Jersey Lottery player in Union County scored a $263,720 payout Wednesday morning after purchasing a…

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Upper Freehold and Maplewood School Districts Could Be Held Liable for Teacher Sexual Abuses Cases Judge Rules

Ruling allows claims to proceed under Child Victims Act, reshaping liability rules. Trenton, N.J. – The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that public school districts may face liability in lawsuits involving…

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NJ Transit boss admits massive phone theft scheme worth over 1 million

NJ Transit supervisor admits stealing over 1000 phones in $1.3M scheme Trenton, NJ — A former NJ Transit supervisor admitted to orchestrating a years-long scheme that siphoned more than 1,000 cellphones from…

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Secaucus man sentenced to 20 years for deadly North Bergen shooting

New Jersey court hands down 20 year term in fatal street shooting North Bergen, NJ — A morning shooting that left a 31-year-old man dead has now led to a 20-year prison…

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Multi-agency drug bust nets four after raids across Philadelphia and N.J.

Four arrested in Bucks County drug trafficking probe tied to Philadelphia network MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, Pa. – A two-month narcotics investigation spanning multiple agencies led to the arrest of four individuals accused of…

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Ex-NJ Transit executive admits to $1.3M cellphone theft scheme, tax fraud

Former NJ Transit manager pleads guilty after stealing and reselling 1,000+ phones TRENTON, N.J. – A former NJ Transit supervisor admitted in court to orchestrating a years-long scheme to steal more than…

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NJ governor Mikie Sherrill posts 58% approval in early FDU poll results

New Jersey voters show early support for Sherrill while signaling pragmatism on Trump. Madison, NJ – A new Fairleigh Dickinson University poll shows New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill entering office with strong…

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Sherrill Taps India Born Leaders to Head NJ Transit and Department of Transportation

Sherrill taps Priya Jain for NJ DOT, expands leadership under Kolluri Governor-elect names transportation commissioner nominee, outlines unified transit strategy Trenton, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced a major leadership move for…

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Hamilton man charged with murder after woman found dead in apartment

Authorities say a welfare check led to the discovery of a homicide inside a Hamilton residence. Hamilton, NJ – A 29-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with…

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Breaking: First major wildfire of the season shut down part of Route 195 as crews rushed to contain the blaze.

Route 195 wildfire ignites at Jackson-Howell border, forcing road closures Jackson, NJ – A wildfire broke out along the Jackson-Howell border Tuesday, prompting a response from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service…

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