Bridgewater council debates budget priorities, redevelopment, and public concerns in lengthy session

Discussion spans finances, planning issues, and resident input during Bridgewater meeting BRIDGEWATER, N.J. – The Bridgewater Township Council convened for a wide-ranging meeting that focused heavily on budget considerations, redevelopment oversight, and…

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Queens man gets 15 years for pushing woman onto train tracks

Man who shoved 82-year-old woman onto subway tracks sentenced to 15 years QUEENS, NY — A man who pushed an elderly woman onto subway tracks in a shocking unprovoked attack at a…

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Warmup to 70 before rain, sharp cooldown hits New Jersey by weekend

National Weather Service tracks brief spring surge followed by showers and colder air Mount Holly, NJ – A brief stretch of warmer, spring-like weather is expected across New Jersey before rain and…

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Chris Christie joins bipartisan panel of ex-governors at NJ reentry conference in Jersey City

Former Republican governor will appear alongside Democratic leaders at event focused on trauma, addiction and criminal justice reform. Jersey City, NJ – Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie will join a panel…

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Elderly man attacked on CTA stairs in South Loop, police search for suspect

An 82-year-old man was assaulted in broad daylight at a busy transit station, prompting a public alert and safety warning. Chicago, IL – Police are searching for a suspect accused of attacking…

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Howell officials say feral cat TNR program will continue amid contract review

Township leaders reaffirm support for a longstanding animal control program while preparing to seek new bids. Howell Township, NJ – Howell Township officials say a longstanding program aimed at controlling the feral…

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Sold and Closed: Former Jackson Elementary School Used as Open Burn Site for Annual Chametz

Jackson Township, NJ – The former Rosenauer Elementary School, once a cornerstone of Jackson’s public school system, has entered a new chapter after being sold to a yeshiva, with the property now…

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New Jersey officials brace for human trafficking increase as World Cup draws near

As New Jersey prepares to host more than a million visitors, officials are ramping up efforts to prevent trafficking tied to global events. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers, law enforcement agencies,…

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Ex-Musk advisers shielded from subpoenas in Twitter layoffs lawsuit, judge rules

A federal court blocks efforts to compel testimony from non-party advisers tied to X acquisition. Wilmington, DE – A federal judge has granted a motion to quash subpoenas issued to several high-profile…

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Bonded cats Cucumber and Pickles seek home together after owner’s death

A closely bonded brother-sister pair is up for adoption in Tinton Falls. Tinton Falls, NJ – A pair of six-year-old sibling cats is looking for a new home after the loss of…

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Senior dog Melo seeks cat-free home as cuddly foster favorite in Vineland

A 9-year-old rescue dog known for naps and affection is now available for adoption. Vineland, NJ – A senior dog described as a “professional cuddler” is looking for a permanent home through…

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Dog stabbed in domestic dispute remains in shelter amid ongoing court case

Animal cruelty investigation leaves injured dog in legal limbo at Monmouth County SPCA. Eatontown, NJ – A dog recovering from a stab wound sustained during a domestic dispute is being held at…

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NYPD hunts suspect in second Grand Central subway groping case in two days

Midday attack on 45-year-old woman raises concern after similar incident hours earlier New York, NY – A second forcible touching incident inside the Grand Central–42 Street subway station is under investigation, after…

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NYPD seeks suspect in Grand Central subway forcible touching incident Friday night

Police say 22-year-old woman was groped on mezzanine level before suspect fled New York, NY – A search is underway for an unidentified man accused of forcibly touching a woman inside one…

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Subway rider exposed himself in front of young girl on Brooklyn 2 Train

Police are seeking the public’s help after a reported lewd act targeting a teenage girl on a subway platform. BROOKLYN, N.Y. – The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying…

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First day of spring arrives in New Jersey: Here are the top 10 spots to hit before summer

The vernal equinox signals longer days and the start of peak outdoor travel across the state. Trenton, NJ – Spring officially began Friday morning as the vernal equinox marked a seasonal turning…

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Once on a New Jersey hit list, Chuck Norris, martial arts icon and ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star, dies at 86

A pioneering martial artist who brought karate into American homes and onto prime-time television. Born March 10, 1940, in Ryan, Oklahoma, Norris first gained national attention in the 1960s and 1970s as…

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Teen assaulted, robbed aboard F train near Queens station, NYPD says

Queens, NY – An 18-year-old man was punched repeatedly and robbed aboard a northbound F train Tuesday night as it approached a busy Queens subway station, according to the NYPD. The suspects…