The Everlasting “Temporary” Toll Booths of New Jersey’s Garden State Parkway

Did you know toll booths on New Jersey’s Garden State Parkway were never meant to be a permanent fixture, especially as the state’s main route to the Jersey Shore is about to…

Brooklyn Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Theft Charges

BROOKLYN, MD – On Sunday, at approximately 4:42 p.m., an officer observed a stolen 2008 orange Dodge Avenger on Ritchie Highway. The driver failed to stop and eventually crashed into a street…

Man Arrested for Menacing and Weapons Offenses in Dewey Beach

DEWEY BEACH, DE – On Saturday, at approximately 10:02 p.m., Delaware State Police responded to a disturbance at The Starboard on 2009 Coastal Highway. Matthew Slentz, a 37-year-old from Ocean City, Maryland,…

Two Virginia Lottery Players Each Win $1 Million on Same Night

CAPE CHARLES, VA – Two Virginia residents became millionaires in separate lottery drawings on Saturday, September 9. One ticket matched five Powerball numbers, while the other won a net $1 million in…

Woman Charged with Shoplifting at Walgreens

CAMBRIDGE, MD – On Sunday, September 4, at approximately 8:20 am, Officers from the Cambridge Police Department located Carol Wicker, a 53-year-old resident of Cambridge, in the 300 block of Sunburst Highway.…

Authorities Use Water Cannons On Eco-Activists, Detain Nearly 2,400

Authorities Use Water Cannons On Eco-Activists, Detain Nearly 2,400 Nick Pope on September 9, 2023 Authorities in the Netherlands used water cannons to clear thousands of climate protesters blocking a highway in…

Polk County Resident Claims $1 Million on Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket

TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Florida Lottery announced today that Adam Wilson, a 39-year-old from Winter Haven, has won a $1 million top prize from THE PRICE IS RIGHT™ Scratch-Off game. Wilson opted…

East Brunswick Police Remind Drivers of the Law and Back to School Safety

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The East Brunswick Police Department urges drivers to exercise caution and abide by the law, especially when near school buses and school zones, to ensure the safety of…

Yonkers Police Department Emphasizes Back-to-School Driving Safety

YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department urges drivers to be especially cautious as the new school year begins. Children will be walking to bus stops and schools throughout the city, making…

Once a Source of Bad Puns, NJ Road Signs Switch to Terrorism Reminders

TRENTON, NJ – Digital highway signs across New Jersey once pushed humorous public service messages like “We’ll be blunt, don’t drive high”, “Nice car, did it come with a turn signal”, and…

Meet New Jersey’s Oldest Operating Public School

MAPLEWOOD, NJ – Columbia High School, established in 1814 and known for being the first public school to observe Earth Day, stands as New Jersey’s oldest still-operating high school and the 17th…

First Day of School Safety Rules We Can All Follow

Today is the first day of school for most students in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania and local police and federal authorities are asking everyone to do their part to make…

Monmouth County Police Blotter: Multiple Arrests Reported

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – On Monday, August 28, Patrolman Jerry Baker arrested Shakima S. Wise, 41, of Farmingdale, following an investigation into a reported iPhone theft at 5309 State Highway 33/34. Wise…

Monmouth Police Report Multiple Labor Day Weekend DWI Arrests

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – On Friday, Patrolman Josh Wheeler conducted a motor vehicle stop on State Highway 35, leading to the arrest of Kim E. Wilson, 61. Wilson had several outstanding warrants…

Neptune Woman Charged for Prostitution, Coccaine

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – On Wednesday, August 30, a motor vehicle stop at the Budget Inn on State Highway 35 led to the arrest of Patrice Jean-Marie, 21, of Neptune. Patrolmen James…

Man Shot on Hunting Park Avenue in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA – A 32-year-old man was shot in the arm on 22XX W Hunting Park Avenue. The incident occurred on the highway at 1:18 a.m. and was investigated by the 39th…

Republicans Brace For Intra-Party Showdown As AG’s Impeachment Trial Set To Begin

Republicans Brace For Intra-Party Showdown As AG’s Impeachment Trial Set To Begin Arjun Singh on September 4, 2023 Republicans in Texas have been publicly criticizing each other over the impeachment of Republican…

California Spent More Than $600 Million On Environmental Reviews For High-Speed Rail Line That Isn’t Built Yet

California Spent More Than $600 Million On Environmental Reviews For High-Speed Rail Line That Isn’t Built Yet Nick Pope on September 3, 2023 California spent more than $600 million on environmental reviews…

22-Year-Old Man Killed in Single-Car Collision in Silver Spring

SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND – A fatal collision claimed the life of 22-year-old Josue Abisai Melendez of Hyattsville early on September 1, when his vehicle struck a tree off East West Highway in…

New Jersey Fun Facts: Things You May or May Not Know

New Jersey, often overshadowed by its bustling neighbor New York, has a plethora of unique attributes that set it apart as a state worth exploring. Whether you’re a history buff, an outdoor…

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