Father, son grew 29 marijuana plants in backyard, cops say

MANCHESTER — A 63-year-old man and his adult son were caught Thursday growing 29 marijuana plants in their Manchester backyard, authorities said. After getting a tip, cops obtained a search warrant and…

Former Jackson Township Business Administrator Torres Guilty on Political Corruption Charges

TRENTON – Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino announced that Paterson Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres pleaded guilty today to a criminal conspiracy charge for directing that city employees perform work at a private…

Are Toms River Republicans Pandering for the Orthodox Jewish Vote?

Photo: Democrat gubernatorial candidate Phil Murphy at a recent visit to Lakewood. Political Commentary TOMS RIVER-After a gesture of goodwill was sent by the Toms River Police Department this weekend through a…

Toms River Mayor Apologizes for Letter Wishing Jewish Residents a Happy Rosh Hashanna

TOMS RIVER-A letter from the Toms River Police Department wishing Jewish residents a happy Rosh Hashanna has struck a nerve with some people in this New Jersey town. Last week, the…

Newark cop from Ocean County arrested for 3rd time in 2 years

NEWARK — A city police officer has been suspended without pay after being arrested last week — the third time he has been arrested in the last two years. Peter Chirico, a…

Manchester house fire kills husband, wife

MANCHESTER — A husband and wife died Saturday night in a fire that destroyed the couple’s home in Manchester, police said. June Hollander, 82, and her husband, 84-year-old Warren Hollander, were found…

Prosecutor: Middle Township Athletic Director Stole Cash from School Sports Account

Cape May County Prosecutor Robert L. Taylor and Middle Township Police Chief Christopher Leusner announce the arrest of Scott Lodgek, age 48 of Linwood. On September 12, 2017, the Middle Township School District…

85 Year Old Man Stabs Son in Stomach

MANCHESTER — An 85-year-old township man stabbed his son in the stomach with a large knife following a verbal argument between the two, police said. Victor Brescia was arrested without incident and…

Suspected drug dealer accused of hitting cop with car

LAKEWOOD — A 30-year-old township man was arrested Thursday after he struck a police officer with his car, police said. Rashad Anderson, who was arrested in neighboring Jackson Township, was charged with…

More Victims Emerge in Pediatric Surgeon’s Criminal Sexual Contact Investigation

FREEHOLD – An Eatontown pediatric surgeon named in a 2-count indictment charging him with having criminal sexual contact with a 17-year-old patient will now face charges involving three additional victims, announced Monmouth…

Fire at Brick Elementary School Forces Closure, Early Release

BRICK-The Brick Township Police Department is notifying the community today about a fire that occurred this morning outside the Emma Havens Young School. From the Brick Police: Children from the Emma Havens…

Prosecutor’s Office Arrests 32 Gang Members in Operation Lights Out

by Charles Webster, MCPO FREEHOLD – An investigation launched earlier this year prompted by a spike in shootings in Long Branch, Asbury Park and Neptune Township, resulted in the arrests of members…

10th Annual Wounded Warrior Parade coming to Jackson Twp

As Mayor, Mike Reina has the privilege of recognizing many outstanding citizens in our community. For the past 10 years he has had the honor of riding alongside some true heroes- Wounded…

80 Year Old Woman Struck by Mail Truck in Ocean County

MANCHESTER — An 80-year-old woman was hospitalized Friday after she was struck by a mail truck, police said. The woman was retrieving her mail at her box on Ardmore Street around 4:23…

More criminal damage to Jewish boundary reported in North Jersey

MAHWAH – For the third time in recent months, a ritualistic Jewish boundary known as a eruv on a town utility pole has been damaged, according to a report. The latest incident…

Hurricane Irma kills six on Caribbean island St Martin: official

At least six people have been killed in the French part of the Caribbean island St Martin after Hurricane Irma tore through the region, Guadeloupe prefect Eric Maire said Wednesday. “This is…

Man shot by cops had argued with landlord, prosecutor says

FORT LEE – Police were called on twice to resolve a landlord-tenant dispute on Sunday before returning a third time and shooting the tenant, according to new details released by the Bergen…

Teen worker at Six Flags Great Adventure dies after being hit by lift truck

JACKSON — A 19-year-old working at Six Flags Great Adventure died as a result of injuries he suffered on Friday when he was struck by a truck while stringing lights, police said.…

Man Arrested After Beating Woman, Spraying Disinfectant into Her Mouth

JACKSON-Police haven’t released the man’s name, but say a man was arrested on August 31st in the Cassville section of the township after allegedly beating a woman, spraying disinfectant in her mouth…

Firefighter Injured in Explosion at Clayton Block Trailer Fire

On Monday, September 4th, 2017 at 4:22 PM, the Stafford Township Police Department responded to Clayton Block located at the end of Beachview Avenue for a report of a structure fire. Investigation…

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