An 87-Year-Old Tradition: Toms River Halloween Parade Will Be Here Before You Know It

The Toms River Halloween Parade is not just a small-town celebration—it’s a colossal event with over a century of history. The tradition began in 1937, organized by the Toms River Fire Company…

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Ohio lottery player wins $50K from two Pick 5 tickets

AKRON, OH – A lottery player in Ohio claimed $50,834 in winnings from two tickets in the Pick 5 drawing held on Wednesday. The winning numbers drawn that evening were 1-5-7-8-1. The…

Lottery Results·Ohio News

Fugitive Wanted for Deadly NJ Transit Shooting Captured After Hiding Out in the Poconos

FREEHOLD, N.J. — A fugitive sought in connection with a deadly shooting at the NJ TRANSIT station in Long Branch last week has been arrested in Pennsylvania, authorities said on Friday. Damian…

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Glen Burnie woman wins $23K in Lottery’s State Fair promotion

GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Heather Simmons of Glen Burnie won $23,000 at the Maryland Lottery’s Sizzling Summer Cash State Fair event on Aug. 31. Simmons was one of 10 participants selected to…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

Locals-Only Summer Kicks Off at the Jersey Shore

If you think summer ends with Labor Day at the Jersey Shore, think again. Starting Tuesday, the real summer fun begins—at least for the locals. As the crowds pack up their beach…

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The Best Tacos in Brick, NJ Can Be Found at These Spots Around Town

BRICK, NJ – When it comes to authentic Mexican cuisine, few dishes captivate the senses quite like tacos. Whether filled with slow-roasted meats, spiced vegetables, or fresh fish, tacos represent the heart…

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Teen Fatally Shot While Trying to Break Up Fight at Bonfire Party in Fredericksburg

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — A 19-year-old man was shot and killed while attempting to break up a fight at a bonfire party over the weekend, leading to the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect,…

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Two Charged for Armed Robbery and Shooting in North Jersey

LODI, N.J. – Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of Jaquil M. Brown, 29, of Paterson, and Shaheem A. Clark, 19, of Elmwood Park, in connection with an armed robbery…

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Rutgers Cancer Institute Appoints New Chief of Neurosurgical Oncology

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – Dr. Jonathan H. Sherman, a specialist in neurosurgical oncology, has been named chief of Neurosurgical Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute, officials announced on Wednesday. Dr. Sherman will also…

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Westover house fire leaves two injured

WESTOVER, Md. — A fire broke out on Tuesday afternoon at a two-story, wood-frame home on Crisfield Highway, resulting in significant damage and sending two residents to the hospital for smoke inhalation.…

Thieves flee with $300 after gunpoint robbery in Queens

QUEENS, NY — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating two individuals wanted in connection with a robbery that occurred in Woodside, Queens, early…

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Armed Carjacking in Philadelphia Leads to High-Speed Pursuit and Crash

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A carjacking early Tuesday morning led to a high-speed chase and a crash in Southwest Philadelphia. The incident began around 5:12 a.m. on the 6700 block of Woodland Avenue,…

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Carjacking in Southwest Philadelphia Leads to High-Speed Pursuit and Crash

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Early Tuesday morning, a male victim was carjacked at gunpoint on the 6700 block of Woodland Avenue in Southwest Philadelphia. The incident occurred at approximately 5:12 a.m. on September…

Police Blotter·Philadelphia News

Four Passengers Shot and Killed on Labor Day Inside Chicago Train Car

FOREST PARK, Ill. — Four people were shot and killed early Monday morning on a Blue Line train in the western suburb of Forest Park. The tragic incident occurred around 5:30 a.m.…

Chicago News·Police Blotter

The End of an Era: Ocean City Bids Farewell to Gillian’s Wonderland Pier

If you spent your childhood summers in Ocean City, NJ, the news hits like a wave crashing against the pier—Gillian’s Wonderland Pier is closing its gates for good. This beloved amusement park,…

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Drunk Driver Who Killed NHL Star Johnny Gaudreau and Brother, A U.S. Army Officer, Works at Rehab Center

OLDMANS TWP., N.J. — A suspected drunk driver accused of causing a fatal crash that killed NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew Gaudreau, in Salem County remains in custody on…

New Jersey News

New Jersey Cult Landmark Big Rusty Targeted by Vandals and Grafitti ‘Artists’

Big Rusty, a 20-foot-tall troll sculpture nestled in Hainesport, New Jersey, has recently fallen victim to vandalism. This stunning art installation was created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo, who is renowned for…

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Motorcyclist Arrested After Failing to Flee from Stafford County Deputies

STAFFORD, Va. — A motorcyclist was arrested Friday morning after a failed attempt to evade Stafford County deputies during a high-speed chase. The incident began on August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:44…