From hot dogs to lottery windfall in Maryland
JOPPA, MD — A quick stop for hot dogs and lottery tickets turned into a $50,000 payday for a New Hampshire man working in Maryland, after a $5 Let’s Make a Deal®…
What to expect when driving in New Jersey from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Welcome to New Jersey, the Garden State, where the summer tourism season turns our highways into a wild mix of sun-burned beachgoers, cranky locals, and driving stereotypes that are as loud as…
Two identified in deadly Jackson Township crash that left vehicle in flames
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Authorities have identified the two victims killed in a fiery early morning crash Friday near the Lakewood border as Dovid Yitzchok Handler and Chaim Zelig Beril. The deadly…
New Jersey fire inspector charged with falsifying public records
ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — A fire inspector for the Borough of Elmwood Park has been arrested and charged with tampering with public records and falsifying documents, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced…
Bethesda robbery suspects caught after ATM holdup gone wrong
BETHESDA, MD — Two young men and a juvenile have been charged in connection with a violent armed robbery that targeted four juveniles in downtown Bethesda last month, Montgomery County Police announced…
One Toms River candidate is being financed by dark-money PAC tied to homeless campus lobbyist and downtown developers
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Reports filed by Anthony Ricotta show that his campaign is nearly fully funded by downtown developers, downtown property investors, homeless shelter advocates and a lawyer tied to the…
New York Morning Crash Report: Multiple Incidents Slow Traffic Along Major Highways
NEW YORK, N.Y. — New York commuters faced numerous traffic disruptions Friday morning due to a series of crashes, disabled vehicles, and lane closures on several major roadways across the state. At…
No school vouchers: Gottheimer opposes New Jersey private school student tuition reimbursement
“I’m totally against vouchers” – Josh Gottheimer LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rep. Josh Gottheimer publicly opposed a proposed $20 billion federal school voucher program backed by House Republicans, stating he supports public schools…
Lakehurst woman charged after fatal accident kills infant son in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 30-year-old Lakehurst woman has been charged in connection with the death of her 10-month-old son following a car accident on Saturday in Jackson Township, according to the…
5K raises $85,000 to support individuals with disabilities in Ocean County
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — More than 700 participants gathered Saturday for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s 23rd Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws stadium, raising…
Two charged in raids on Wacky Tobaccy smoke shops in Monmouth County
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two men were arrested Thursday following coordinated raids on Wacky Tobaccy retail stores in Wall Township and Asbury Park, where authorities say large quantities of illegal substances, cash,…
Josh Gottheimer totally against school vouchers, vows to fight GOP bill on Capitol Hill
LAKEWOOD, NJ – Rep. Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey voiced firm opposition this week to a proposed federal school voucher program that would direct public funds toward private school tuition, as House…
“Soup Kitchen” Operating Out of Ocean County Library Has Lease Extended in Final Hour
Since publishing this article, Ocean County has renewed the lease for another month: TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Jon Bon Jovi Soul Kitchen pop-up restaurant, which is being labeled a soup kitchen…
Sprinkles or Jimmies? The Great New Jersey Ice Cream Topping Debate Continues
Summer in New Jersey is a magical time. The boardwalks buzz with energy, the beaches hum with laughter, and ice cream shops become the heart of every town. From Cape May to…
Newark police seek public’s help identifying suspect in attempted vehicle and home burglary
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an attempted burglary and vehicle theft early Wednesday, May 14, according to Public Safety Director…
Jackson man sentenced to 24 years for fatal 2020 stabbing
JACKSON, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been sentenced to 24 years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2020 stabbing death of a 23-year-old man, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.…
What to Do If You Find a Baby Deer in Your New Jersey Yard
As spring blooms across New Jersey, residents may stumble upon a heart-melting sight: a fawn curled up in their backyard, its wide eyes and delicate frame tucked into the grass. While the…
Wyckoff Avenue closed southbound for emergency water work until 3 p.m.
WYCKOFF, N.J. — Ridgewood Water has announced an emergency southbound closure of Wyckoff Avenue at Franklin Avenue due to utility work, with the closure expected to last until approximately 3 p.m. today.…
Dashcam captures moment dump truck slams into South Jersey home
WOODBURY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Emergency crews responded to a chaotic scene Tuesday afternoon after a dump truck veered off the road and slammed into a house in Gloucester County, trapping the driver…
Fleeing teens crash stolen car during police chase
BALTIMORE, Md. — Three juveniles were arrested Friday after crashing a stolen vehicle and attempting to flee on foot through a wooded area in Northeast Baltimore, according to police. On May 16,…