Glen Burnie traffic stop leads to drug and firearm seizure, arrest of Baltimore man

GLEN BURNIE, Md. — A traffic stop in Glen Burnie on Wednesday led to the arrest of a Baltimore man and the seizure of a loaded handgun and significant quantities of illegal…

November 3, 2024

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Chesapeake fire truck involved in crash while responding to emergency; no injuries reported

Virginia News

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A Chesapeake Fire Department vehicle responding to an emergency call was involved in a collision at the intersection of Greenbrier Parkway and Kempsville Road on Halloween afternoon. The incident…

November 3, 2024

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Firefighters work to contain 120-acre Halloween wildfire in Cumberland County

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DOWNE TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that has spread to 120 acres in Downe Township, Cumberland County. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reported Friday that the…

November 2, 2024

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Suspect Charged with Arson for Bensalem Fire

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Arson Conspiracy Conviction Announced **Bensalem, PA** - United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced the conviction of Ramiz Duka, a 61-year-old resident of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, for conspiracy to commit arson…

November 1, 2024

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40 Acre Wildfire in Evesham Township 90% Contained

New Jersey News

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters have achieved 90% containment of a wildfire that has burned through 40 acres in Evesham Township, Burlington County, according to a Thursday update from the New Jersey…

October 31, 2024

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Brush fire burns 41 acres in Evesham Township, smoke expected to linger

New Jersey News

EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters from the Evesham Fire Department and the New Jersey Forest Fire Service (NJFFS) are battling a deep-seated brush fire that broke out Wednesday afternoon near the Camden…

October 31, 2024

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Traffic Stop in Bensalem Reveals Illegal Firearm and Contraband

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Traffic Stop in Bensalem Reveals Illegal Firearm and Contraband **Bensalem, PA** - A Bensalem Township Police Officer pulled over a dark-colored Mazda on Saturday after noticing heavily tinted windows and a traffic…

October 30, 2024

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Two men arrested in Cambridge after altercation involving a firearm

In the News

CAMBRIDGE, Md. — Cambridge Police responded to an incident on October 13 involving an armed subject, which resulted in the arrests of two men following an altercation in the area of Pine…

October 29, 2024

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Assistant fire chief in Newtown killed after being struck by vehicle

In the News

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The assistant fire chief for the Botsford Fire Department was fatally struck by a pickup truck on Tuesday night as he crossed the street to attend a fire commission meeting,…

October 29, 2024

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Man arrested in Phoenix after setting fire to USPS mailbox

Police Blotter

PHOENIX, Ariz. — A man was arrested on suspicion of arson after allegedly setting fire to a mailbox outside a US Postal Office early Thursday morning, according to the Phoenix Police Department.…

October 29, 2024

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Joint-Base Fire Clouds Sunset at the Jersey Shore

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JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. — A wildland fire within Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) remains under close watch by firefighters as containment efforts continue, officials reported on Sunday. Crews are employing burn-back…

October 28, 2024

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Massive North Jersey wildfire reaches 90% containment, no structures threatened

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LIVINGSTON, N.J. — A 192-acre wildfire in Livingston Township, which began near Route 10 and Eisenhower Parkway, has reached 90% containment as of Sunday night, according to an update from the New…

October 28, 2024

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Brush fire breaks out in Howell Township, prompting road closures

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HOWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire erupted on Sunday near the intersection of Route 547 and Oak Glen Road, according to local authorities. The Howell Township Police Department reported that several…

October 27, 2024

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New Jersey Police Warn Against Halloween Firepits Amid High Fire Warning

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Cranford Issues Red Flag Warning **Cranford, NJ** - The Cranford Police Department has issued a warning about weather conditions that may increase the risk of fires. The statement advises caution due to…

October 26, 2024

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Shots Fired Near Welsh Park in Rockville

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Shots Fired at Welsh Park, Police Investigating **Rockville, MD** - On Tuesday afternoon, Rockville City Police Department responded to a report of gunfire at Welsh Park, located at 101 Welsh Park Drive,…

October 26, 2024

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Gunfire Erupts on Washington Boulevard, One Injured

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BALTIMORE — A man was fatally shot Friday night near the intersection of Washington Boulevard and South Monroe Street, according to the Baltimore Police Department. The incident unfolded at approximately 9:08 p.m.,…

October 26, 2024

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Toms River officials urge fire safety precautions for Halloween festivities

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With Halloween approaching, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is reminding residents to be cautious of fire hazards during holiday celebrations. Citing recent data, the Bureau highlighted…

October 25, 2024

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Fire Alert: New Jersey on Stage 3 fire restrictions amid elevated wildfire risk

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TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey officials have implemented Stage 3 fire restrictions statewide, prohibiting all fires except those contained in elevated stoves using propane, natural gas, or electricity, following a warning issued…

October 25, 2024

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Second in Charge of New Jersey State Police Under Fire For Antisemitic Comment About AG’s Son

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Attorney General Addresses Allegations Against Law Enforcement Leader **Trenton, NJ** - The New Jersey Attorney General, Matthew J. Platkin, has issued a statement concerning allegations against Lt. Colonel Sean Kilcomons. Platkin stated…

October 25, 2024

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Wall Township Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage

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Wall Township Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage **Wall Township, NJ** - A transformer fire on Belmar Boulevard has resulted in a power outage affecting approximately 1,700 residents. The incident caused traffic lights…

October 25, 2024

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