Virginia Man Convicted of Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl

Djavon Holland, 37, of Virginia, was convicted on April 15, 2024, by a federal jury of two counts of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl following trial before U.S. District Judge Peter…

Former General Counsel of Large Public Company admits Tax Offenses

John Goggins, 63, of Chatham, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge André M. Espinosa in Newark federal court on April 25, 2024, to a four-count information charging him with willfully…

New Jersey Mortgage Lending Employees Charged in Fraud Scheme

NEWARK, NJ – Christopher J. Gallo, 44, of Old Tappan, New Jersey, and Mehmet A. Elmas, 32, a U.S. citizen residing in Turkey, have been charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud,…

New Jersey Congressman Dies After Complications from Heart Attack

Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. (D-NJ) passed away on Wednesday at the age of 65. Payne, a native of Newark, had represented New Jersey’s 10th district in Congress since 2012. He rose to…

New Jersey Gas Station Attendant Stole Thousands of Dollars from Customers

NEWARK, NJ – A former gas station attendant from Monmouth County has been accused of stealing thousands of dollars from customers. Patrick Brown, a 48-year-old resident of Newark, was indicted by a grand…

Poker Game at Delaware Casino Ends in Assault and Arrest

Delaware State Police apprehended Tavon White, a 28-year-old resident of Newark, Delaware, for committing a felony assault at Delaware Park Casino in Wilmington. The incident unfolded in the early hours of Friday…

Report: Phil Murphy Allowed the Mob to Regain Control of New Jersey’s Ports

NEWARK, NJ – A report in the New York Post says New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s decision to disband the Waterfront Commission in 2023 has allowed the mob to regain control of…

Educators, School Leaders United Against Phil Murphy’s Draconian School Funding Massacre

By Jennifer Peacock, NJ Senate Republicans TRENTON, N.J. – Facing more than $105 million in state aid cuts under Gov. Phil Murphy’s budget proposal, superintendents and school officials across New Jersey are supporting…

New Jersey Correctional Officer Charged for Role in Attacks on Inmates by Co-Workers

NEWARK, NJ — A Passaic County correctional officer, Lorenzo Bowden, 39, admitted to conspiracy to obstruct justice related to a civil rights investigation into the assault of a pretrial detainee. The announcement…

Lakewood-Based Kars4Kids Wins Trademark Lawsuit

Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Kars4Kids in Trademark Dispute NEWARK, NJ — National nonprofit Kars4Kids secured a victory in the Third Circuit Court yesterday, ending a lengthy trademark dispute against America…

Former New Jersey Marble Company Worker Pleads Guilty to $17 Million Bank Fraud

NEWARK, NJ – Nitin Vats, a former employee of the defunct Lotus Exim International Inc. (LEI), a New Jersey-based marble and granite wholesaler, admitted to participating in a $17 million bank fraud…

New Jersey Senator Menendez to Blame Wife for Gold Bars, Bribes, and Illegal Cash

Court Filings Suggest Senator Menendez May Blame Wife in Bribery Trial NEWARK, NJ – Senator Robert Menendez may attribute blame to his wife, Nadine, if he testifies during his upcoming trial, according…

Are Arrest and Criminal Records Public in New Jersey? Here’s What You Need to Know

NEWARK, N.J., USA – In New Jersey, the transparency of arrest records is upheld through the state’s Open Public Records Act (OPRA), ensuring accessibility to interested parties. However, while arrest records are…

Top Ten Must-Visit Spots in New Jersey This April

TRENTON, NJ – With April’s mild weather and colorful landscapes, New Jersey offers a plethora of destinations for locals and tourists alike to explore. From breathtaking natural reserves to festive local events,…

Two Men Arrested for Multiple Offenses During Traffic Stop in Cranford

CRANFORD, NJ – Early on April 5, 2024, at 12:43 AM, Cranford Police Officer Antonio Bellomo conducted a traffic stop that led to the arrest of two men on North Avenue West…

Five Arrested for Stolen Vehicle and Related Charges in Montclair Township

MONTCLAIR, NJ — New Jersey State Police successfully apprehended five individuals connected to a motor vehicle theft that occurred in Montclair Township. The incident unfolded on Monday, at around 2:00 PM, when…

CBP Trade Summit in Philadelphia Highlights the Importance of Partnership

At a time when the U.S. economy is thriving, a standing-room-only crowd packed the halls of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Trade Facilitation and Cargo Security Summit on March 26-28 in Philadelphia.…

These Are Words And Phrases You’ll Only Hear in New Jersey

New Jersey, with its rich history and diverse cultural influences, boasts a unique linguistic landscape. From colloquial slang to terms born from its unique geography and history, the state’s language is a…

Delaware State Police Investigate Fatal Two-Car Collision in Glasgow

GLASGOW, DE – Delaware State Police are currently investigating a tragic car crash that occurred in Glasgow, resulting in two fatalities. The accident took place on the evening of April 10, 2024,…

A Quick Primer to Planning a Spring New Jersey Day Trip

Spring Day Trips Across New Jersey JERSEY, NJ – New Jersey offers a variety of spring day trips ranging from beach outings to art exploration. Visitors can enjoy the spring weather at…