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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Fireworks, Live Music and Kids Shows: Toms River Unveils Packed Summer Concert Lineup at Shelter Cove Beach

From fireworks-filled concerts and tribute bands to magicians, clowns, and sing-alongs for children, Toms River is turning Shelter Cove Beach into one of the Jersey Shore’s busiest summer entertainment destinations. Toms River…

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Pet Food Recall Expanded Nationwide as FDA Warns of Possible Vitamin Deficiency Risk

Go Raw LLC has expanded a nationwide recall of Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe after testing identified potentially low levels of thiamine, an essential vitamin for cats and dogs. A Utah-based…

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Free Rock Concert in Island Heights Tonight as Undisputed Takes the Stage at Peto Museum

The John F. Peto Studio Museum will host a free outdoor performance by rock band Undisputed tonight, with music, raffles, and garden seating available in Island Heights. Music fans can enjoy a…

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Seaside Park Farmer’s Market Returns Today With Fresh Produce, Vendors at J Street Marina

The Seaside Park Farmer’s Market is open today from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the J Street Marina Lawn, with markets continuing every Monday and Friday through early September. Residents and…

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New Jersey Media Company Wins Legal Battle to Save YouTube Embeds from Copyright Trolls

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — What started as a routine copyright demand against a small New Jersey news outlet evolved into a high-stakes legal fight over one of the most fundamental tools in…

Community News·Investigative Report·Local Politics·Political Crime and Corruption

Navy veteran drops phone and starts screaming after seeing winning lottery numbers

North Ridgeville man’s longtime lucky numbers delivered a six-figure Ohio Lottery jackpot NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio — A Navy veteran at work checking lottery results suddenly jumped up, dropped his phone and started…

Lottery Results·Ohio News

Man Wanted in Woodbridge Apartment Knife Incident Arrested Nearly Two Years Later

A man sought in connection with a knife-wielding domestic dispute at a Woodbridge apartment complex has been arrested after evading authorities for nearly two years, police said. Prince William County police announced…

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Vehicle slams into hotel before gunfire leaves guest critically wounded

Guest critically wounded and suspected shooter dead after overnight chaos at Sturbridge hotel STURBRIDGE, Mass. — A vehicle crashed into a hotel, gunfire erupted, and a guest was left fighting for his…

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Lorain County woman starts screaming after lottery ticket scan confirms win

A Sheffield Lake ticket holder thought the result was a mistake until a second scan changed everything LORAIN, Ohio — A Lorain County woman who doubted her lottery ticket was a winner…

Lottery Results·Ohio News

Daycare Employee Charged in Investigation Involving Two Children at Manassas Facility

A daycare employee was arrested after detectives investigating allegations of inappropriate contact involving two 3-year-old girls at a Manassas childcare center obtained felony charges, police said. A 38-year-old daycare employee is facing…

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Winning Lottery ticket with $3.2 million cash option sold in Bucks County

A Warminster Township retailer earned a bonus after selling the life-changing Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Off winner MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Off ticket carrying a top prize of $20,000 a month for…

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$50K Powerball winner sold at Manhattan convenience store

Winning Powerball ticket worth $50K was purchased at an Upper East Side convenience store MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A Powerball ticket sold at a Manhattan convenience store matched enough numbers in Wednesday night’s…

Lottery Results·New York City News

Corvette Driver Convicted in Deadly 119 MPH Crash That Split Car in Half in Williamstown

A Monroe Township man faces up to 10 years in prison after a jury found him guilty in a high-speed crash that killed a Marlton driver and left a trail of destruction…

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Drone warning issued as World Cup events trigger no fly zone near MetLife Stadium

Authorities say drones will be confiscated during FIFA World Cup fan events and matches NEWARK, N.J. — Anyone planning to fly a drone near MetLife Stadium during FIFA World Cup events could…

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Fake surgeon pleads guilty after young mother dies in apartment clinic

Queens man pleaded guilty after prosecutors said an illegal cosmetic operation inside his apartment turned deadly QUEENS, N.Y. — A man accused of operating a makeshift surgical clinic out of his Astoria…

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Vile and Vulgar Vandalism Reported During Frederick County Early Voting

Republican leaders are calling for an investigation after campaign signs at a Frederick County early voting location were reportedly defaced with obscenities and anti-Semitic messages. The Maryland Republican Party on Thursday condemned…

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Woman Dies by Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound at Chinn Park Recreation Center in Woodbridge

Police said a 53-year-old woman died Wednesday afternoon after suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound at Chinn Park Recreation Center in Woodbridge. Prince William County police are investigating a death that occurred at…