New Jersey Forest Fire Service Says Prescribed Burns in Winter and Spring Prevent Large Forest Fires in Summer and Fall

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Tis the season of controlled and prescribed burns. You might notice the smell of smoke in your neighborhood across wooded areas of New Jersey, such as Jackson Township…

Two Shotgun-Wielding Carjackers Who Attacked Rideshare Driver and Passenger Near Philadelphia Zoo Federally Charged

PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jennifer Arbittier Williams announced that Alex Fernandez-Pena, 32, and Juan Jose Rodriguez, 20, both of Philadelphia, PA, were arrested and charged by Indictment on charges of carjacking…

Former Executive Director of the Hawaii Commission Sentenced To 46 Months in Prison for Embezzling from AmeriCorps And Offering a Bribe in Return for CARES Act Grants

WASHINGTON – Stacy Higa, 58, a former public official from Hilo, Hawaii, was sentenced in federal court today to 46 months in prison for embezzling from…

MS-13 Member Sentenced to Life in Prison for RICO Conspiracy and Brutal Murder of Two Teenagers

BOSTON – A member of the violent MS-13 gang was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Boston for RICO conspiracy and for his participation in the murders of two teenagers in Massachusetts—one…

Doctor Pleads Guilty to Accepting Illegal Kickback Payment in Return for Writing Prescriptions for Compounded Drugs

A doctor licensed in the states of Oklahoma and Texas pleaded guilty Wednesday for writing and referring compounded drug prescriptions in return for illegal kickback payments, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. Jerry…

New York man who tried to hide murder victim’s corpse in Superstorm Sandy debris facing 25 to life

QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Thyron Aycock, 48, has been convicted at trial of murder for the brutal beating death of a man in 2012. The…

What’s that smell? You no longer need to ask as NJDEP launches prescribed forest fire burn schedule on website

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service will soon begin conducting prescribed burning to reduce vegetation and debris that may contribute to the start and spread of a wildfire. By actively eliminating sources…

Lockdowns Did Little Or Nothing To Stop Deaths From COVID-19, Study Shows

A Johns Hopkins University meta-analysis released in January found that lockdowns across Europe and the U.S. reduced the COVID-19 mortality by 0.2%. The researchers’ analysis of “lockdown measures” included school closures, business…

Maybe they weren’t knuckleheads after all, new John Hopkins report suggests how wrong Phil Murphy has been since day one of pandemic

From the Desk of Senator Joe Pennachio A recent Johns Hopkins University analysis found that COVID lockdowns have been virtually useless, and State Senator Joe Pennacchio said the new revelations are further proof Governor…

Delaware Surf Fishing Permits Sold Out, Off-peak Permits Still Available

WILMINGTON, DE – Delaware State Parks Surf Fishing Permits sold out in one day, after going on sales at 10 a.m. Feb. 1. Off-peak surf fishing permits, which allow fishing all days…

Police arrest Tink, a 21-year-old graffiti vandal as detectives were investigating her

STUART, FL – Detectives investigating the handiwork of a Grafitti artist known as Tink caught the young suburban artist in the act while investigating her case. “Most people go to the park…

Memphis Man Sentenced to 12 Years Imprisonment for Possessing Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute

Memphis, TN – Henry Segura, 32, of Memphis has been sentenced to 144 months in federal prison for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Joseph C. Murphy Jr., United States Attorney,…

26-Year-Old Biological Male Sentenced To Girls’ Juvie For Molesting A Child After Coming Out As Trans

An adult biological male child molester will be housed in a juvenile detention facility for girls because he began identifying as a woman after being taken into custody, according to Fox News.…

32-Year-Old Man in Serious Condition after Baltimore Shooting

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – On January 27, 2022 at approximately 11:46 p.m., officers responded to the 4800 block of Parkside Drive for a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 32–year-old male who was…

Woman shot multiple times in Paterson

PATERSON, NJ – Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announce that at approximately 11:18 p.m. on January 26, 2022, members of the Paterson Police Department were…

Minnie Mouse Will Abandon Her Polka Dot Red Dress For A Pantsuit

Minnie Mouse is ditching her iconic red polka-dot dress for a pantsuit, Disneyland Paris announced Tuesday. The famous Disney character will don a new outfit, designed by fashion designer Stella McCartney, for…

Mo Hill hires $89,000 per year social media manager as residents grapple with sharp tax increases

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As many Toms River residents are reeling from sticker shock from their new increased tax assessment, Mayor Mo Hill secretly hired his former political campaign strategist, Art Gallagher…

Port St. Lucie Catalytic Conver Thief Arrested

PORT ST. LUCIE, FL – On January 22, 2022, at approximately 6:20am, PSLPD responded to the 1000-BLK of SW Biltmore St in reference to a report of an in progress theft of…

Toms River Township announces new recycling schedule after confusion and mixups in 2021

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Township of Toms River has announced a new recycling schedule for 2022 to remedy the confusing schedule of 2022. “In an effort to improve service and reduce…

Ocean County’s oldest commissioner facing younger Republican challenger in 2022

TOMS RIVER, NJ – When Ocean County Republicans compete in the 2022 GOP primary election, the Board of Commissioner’s elder stateswoman, Virginia Haines will be wiping the icing clean from her 76th…

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