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Bethany Run Wildfire in Burlington and Camden Counties 50% Contained, Evacuations Lifted

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 8, 20240

EVESHAM, N.J. — Firefighters have gained ground on a wildfire straddling the Burlington and Camden County line, reaching 50% containment of the blaze that has burned 300 acres in Evesham and Voorhees townships. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reported that evacuation orders for nearby residents were lifted at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Despite the containment progress, the wildfire continues to pose a risk to surrounding areas, with 104 structures still listed as threatened. Firefighters from Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester counties are working alongside the Forest Fire Service to provide structure protection, aiming to prevent any damage to homes and

Milton man arrested for home improvement fraud in Kent and Sussex counties

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 21, 20240

MILTON, Del. — Delaware State Police have arrested a 46-year-old Milton man accused of home improvement fraud involving multiple victims across Kent and Sussex counties. Christopher Russell, the owner of Great Outdoors Sunrooms and Shade Solutions, allegedly collected over $118,000 from clients for construction work that he failed to start or complete. The investigation began in March 2024, when financial crimes detectives from Troop 3 and Troop 4 received several complaints regarding Russell’s business practices. Detectives determined that Russell signed contracts with five victims, receiving substantial payments for home improvement projects that either remained unfinished or were never initiated. Detectives

Players Claim Huge Prizes in Ocean and Middlesex Counties

Local News ReportOctober 16, 20240

Trenton, NJ – Two lucky players have each secured a 20% share of the Progressive Jackpots with their $2 Jersey Jackpot tickets over the past few days. On Saturday, October 12, a winning ticket worth $36,106 was sold at Quick Check #135, located at 768 Route 9 in Bayville, Ocean County. Just days later, on Tuesday, October 15, another winning ticket for $31,855 was sold at Wawa #8315 on 3600 Highway 9 in Old Bridge, Middlesex County. Fast Play Progressive tickets can be purchased at any participating retailer, providing players with a quick and exciting way to find out if

Maryland Task Force Disrupts Over Ten Illegal Car Rallies Across Multiple Counties

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 2, 20240

PIKESVILLE, Md. — Authorities dismantled eleven illegal exhibition driving events late Saturday night and into early Sunday morning across Baltimore and surrounding counties. The Maryland Car Rally Task Force, in collaboration with the Maryland State Police Special Operations Division, the Baltimore Regional Auto Theft Task Force (RATT), and local police agencies, coordinated efforts to curb the unlawful gatherings in Baltimore, Prince George’s, and Anne Arundel counties. Police responded to several locations where up to 200 participants had gathered, attempting to shut down intersections to perform dangerous stunts. The incidents began around 10:40 p.m. in Baltimore and continued through the early

Pennsylvania Man Charged with Voter Fraud in Multiple Counties

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 11, 20240

PHILADELPHIA, PA – U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero has announced charges against Philip C. Pulley, a 62-year-old resident of Huntington Valley, Pennsylvania, for multiple voter fraud offenses including falsely registering to vote, double voting, and election fraud. The charges detail that Pulley, originally registered in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, also registered in Broward County, Florida in 2018. By 2020, he further registered in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania using a fraudulent Philadelphia address and social security number. During the 2020 general elections, which included the presidential race, Pulley requested a mail-in ballot in Philadelphia and voted in both Broward and Montgomery Counties. In

Storm Update: Road Flooding Alerts for Ocean and Monmouth Counties

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 6, 20240

As heavy rains continue, significant flooding has impacted various roads in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, leading to closures and detours. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternative routes where possible. Here are the latest updates from the region as of this evening: Ocean Township: As of 7:15 PM, NJ Route 66 is experiencing flooding in both directions west of NJ Route 35. All lanes are currently closed and traffic is being detoured. Deal: Flooding has also been reported on NJ Route 71 in both directions at Brighton Avenue. Similar to Ocean Township, all lanes are closed and detoured.

Search Underway for Burglary Suspects in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties

Local News ReportJuly 17, 20240

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD — Anne Arundel County Police, in collaboration with Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD), are conducting a woodland search for two suspects involved in a recent burglary. The incident initially occurred off Route 450, with the suspects subsequently fleeing by vehicle before abandoning it and continuing on foot. The search is currently focused in the area around Route 197 and Old Bowie Road in Bowie, PG County. One of the suspects is described as a Black male wearing an orange shirt. Authorities urge anyone who spots the suspects to maintain a safe distance and immediately call

Water Restrictions Imposed on Monmouth and Ocean Counties

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 15, 20240

ASBURY PAK, N.J. – Due to an emergency repair and increased demand from a heat wave, New Jersey American Water has issued a mandatory water conservation restriction for Monmouth and Ocean Counties for the next 48 hours. Customers in affected areas are asked to limit water use to essential purposes only. The restriction follows the need to repair a 36-inch valve at the Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune. New Jersey American Water is addressing the issue promptly and safely. This restriction affects customers in Aberdeen, Allenhurst, Asbury Park City, Atlantic Highlands, Avon, Bay Head, Belmar, Bradley Beach, Colts

Poor Air Quality Alert Issued for North Jersey Counties

Breaking Local News ReportJune 18, 20240

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert for today, June 18, 2024, affecting Sussex and Warren Counties. This alert signals that air pollution levels may reach a point that could be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Individuals who are particularly vulnerable include children, the elderly, and those suffering from respiratory conditions such as asthma, heart disease, or other lung diseases. It is advised that these groups minimize outdoor activities, especially any strenuous exercise, to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. Residents seeking further information about the air quality situation,

Two Tickets from Burlington and Somerset Counties Share $100K Lottery Jackpot

Local News ReportMay 17, 20240

TRENTON, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 drawing has yielded two $50,000 winners from Burlington and Somerset counties. The successful tickets for Thursday’s drawing were sold at Acme #3961 in Bordentown, Burlington County, and Krauszers in Hillsborough, Somerset County. Each matched all five numbers: 05, 13, 14, 22, and 33, with an XTRA number of 04. The retailers involved will each receive a $2,000 bonus for selling the winning tickets. The $100,000 jackpot was split equally between the two lucky ticket holders.

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Multiple New Jersey Counties

Breaking Local News ReportApril 3, 20240

MIDDLESEX, MONMOUTH, OCEAN, AND SOUTHEAST BURLINGTON, NJ – A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect from Tuesday night through Wednesday morning for Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and southeast Burlington counties. Minor coastal flooding is anticipated during this period due to high tide cycles. The region is expected to face several rounds of rain, potentially heavy at times, with an additional accumulation of 1-3 inches from tonight through Thursday. The heaviest rainfall is forecasted for Tuesday into Wednesday, raising concerns for urban flooding, particularly at higher rainfall rates. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, especially the potential for river flooding in the

Burlington and Essex Counties Tickets Share $2.4 Million Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot

Local News ReportFebruary 21, 20240

TRENTON, NJ – A massive $2,407,446 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot from the drawing on Monday will be divided between two fortunate ticket holders. Each ticket sold in Burlington County and the other in Essex County is valued at $1,203,723. The winning numbers were 03, 15, 24, 33, and 40, with an XTRA number of 05. White Eagle Liquor in Riverside, Burlington County, and Crosstown Liquors in Newark, Essex County, are the lucky retailers that sold the winning tickets. In recognition of their role in selling the winning tickets, each store will receive a $2,000 bonus.

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Multiple Jersey Shore Counties

Charlie DwyerFebruary 6, 20240

Atlantic City, NJ – A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect until 10 AM EST Wednesday for several counties along New Jersey’s coast, including Atlantic, Cape May, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic, and Southeastern Burlington. Residents and travelers in these areas can expect up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. The advisory, which spans from 4 AM to 10 AM EST Wednesday, warns of potential flooding on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, as well as along inland tidal waterways. The flooding could lead to partial

New York Among States Stripping Rural Communities’ Ability to Fight Green Energy Agenda

The Daily CallerDecember 18, 20230

Blue States Are Stripping Rural Counties Of Ability To Prevent Green Energy Takeover Of Their Communities Nick Pope on December 17, 2023 Several blue states have deprived rural counties of the ability to reject the massive green energy projects that corporations want to site in their communities, while green industrial interests and environmentalist groups have poured money into state capitals. Michigan, California, New York and Illinois have all passed legislation that consolidates authority over land use issues and rules with state-level bureaucrats at the expense of local governments that could have altered their own zoning codes to stem the tide

Flood Watch Issued for Several Maryland Counties, Safety Advisory Released

Jeff JonesDecember 9, 20230

The Maryland Department of Emergency Management has announced a flood watch for Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne, and Talbot Counties. The watch is effective from Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon, with concerns of heavy rain and high winds forecasted. In some areas, the rain may transition into snow. Residents are advised to exercise caution, especially concerning power-related issues. In the event of power loss, those using generators are reminded to adhere strictly to all manufacturer safety requirements. For those employing alternate power sources for heating, it is crucial to maintain these sources vigilantly and be alert for any signs of fire

New Jersey’s Red Counties Outperforming Blue Ones in Reproductive Health Care

Charlie DwyerNovember 20, 20230

TOMS RIVER, NJ – A new report card issued by March of Dimes for New Jersey shows the state’s level of care for pre-term babies has fallen drastically under New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. It also shows that the Murphy agenda to deliver reproductive healthcare equity in New Jersey is not working. It also shows that female reproductive healthcare and pre-term baby survival is much greater in red-leaning counties than it is in blue ones. Despite the political efforts and promises of Governor Phil Murphy, preterm births in New Jersey are on the rise, putting mothers and babies at risk.

U.S. Attorney and First Judicial District Attorney Sign Agreement to Support Federal Investigations and Prosecutions in Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, and Los Alamos Counties

Indira PatelNovember 18, 20230

ALBUQUERQUE – Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, and Mary Carmack-Altwies, the First Judicial District Attorney, signed a memorandum of understanding today whereby Assistant District Attorneys from the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office may be designated Special Assistant United States Attorneys (SAUSAs) in the United States Attorney’s Office. Through this agreement, cross-designated state prosecutors will support federal investigations and prosecutions of criminal offenses committed in Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, and Los Alamos counties involving firearms, controlled substances, acts of violence, and child exploitation. “Crime knows no jurisdictional boundaries,” said U.S. Attorney Uballez. “With this

State Officials Trying to Track Source of Dangerous Contagious Bacterial Outbreak in Two NJ Counties

Charlie DwyerNovember 11, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is investigating a surge in Legionnaires’ disease cases in Middlesex and Union counties. Officials urge residents exhibiting symptoms to seek medical evaluation. As of November 6, 21 cases in Middlesex County and 20 in Union County have been reported, with symptom onset ranging from August 3 to October 24. No fatalities are associated with this outbreak. Typically, both counties report six to eight cases during this period annually. The NJDOH, in coordination with local health departments, is examining these incidents and potential infection sources. In mid-October, authorities notified health departments,

$533K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot Won In Hunterdon and Passaic Counties

Kristen Harrison-OnealOctober 3, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – Three tickets matched all five numbers in Monday’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing, each claiming a share of the $533,055 jackpot. The individual prize for each winning ticket amounts to $177,685. The winning numbers for the October 2 drawing were 01, 04, 07, 11, and 27, with an XTRA number of 03. The retailers selling the winning tickets will each receive a $2,000 bonus. The tickets were sold at Krauszer Food Store on Old Highway 22 in Clinton, Hunterdon County, and two were through the online retailer Jackpocket in Hewitt, Passaic County. James Carey, New Jersey Lottery Executive

These New Jersey Counties Have the Highest Property Taxes in America

Conservative TimesSeptember 18, 20230

NEWARK, NJ – If you’re counting pennies during the Biden inflation boom, you might not want to be living in North Jersey, where residents are paying the highest property taxes in America. But are they getting a good bang for their buck? As many are leaving the state, probably not. Unfortunately, many are handcuffed to good paying jobs and can’t make trip across the Delaware or to the deep south. Property taxes are a crucial source of revenue for state and local governments, accounting for 32.2% of all state and local tax collections in fiscal year 2020. This funding supports

Drug Overdoses Are Plaguing These American Cities, Counties: REPORT

The Daily CallerAugust 21, 20230

Drug Overdoses Are Plaguing These American Cities, Counties: REPORT Jake Smith on August 21, 2023 The number of deaths from drug overdoses across the U.S. has doubled since 2015, according to data collected by the San Francisco Chronicle. Over 100,000 people in the U.S. died from drug overdoses in 2021, the largest number on record, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Roughly 75% of overdose deaths in the U.S. are from opioids, primarily synthetic opioids and fentanyl. Baltimore, Maryland had 17.4 drug overdose deaths per 100,000 people

Volkswagen prevails against US counties’ diesel emissions claims

ReutersJune 23, 20230

By Brendan Pierson (Reuters) – A federal judge has ruled in favor of Volkswagen in lawsuits brought against the automaker by two U.S. counties over its diesel emissions cheating scandal. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco ruled Thursday that Utah’s Salt Lake County and Florida’s Hillsborough County could not prove that Volkswagen violated their regulations against tampering with vehicles’ emission control systems. The counties can still appeal to the San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Robert Giuffra, a lawyer for Volkswagen, said the decision puts the company “near the end of the diesel litigation road in

Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks New York Counties’ Orders Banning Hotels From Housing Migrants

The Daily CallerJune 7, 20230

Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks New York Counties’ Orders Banning Hotels From Housing Migrants Katelynn Richardson on June 7, 2023 A federal judge blocked executive orders issued in two New York counties that would ban hotels from housing migrants on Tuesday, according to the ruling. U.S. District Judge Nelson S. Roman, an Obama appointee, found that the executive orders illegally discriminated based on national origin. Rockland County and Orange County passed the orders in May in response to Democratic New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ plan to bus migrants to hotels in the counties, and the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) sued on

NYC Sues Counties For Rejecting Illegal Immigrants Bussed In By Eric Adams

The Daily CallerJune 7, 20230

NYC Sues Counties For Rejecting Illegal Immigrants Bussed In By Eric Adams Katelynn Richardson on June 7, 2023 New York City sued over 30 counties across the state for issuing emergency executive orders that prohibit local hotels from hosting migrants bussed in by Democratic NYC Mayor Eric Adams, the city announced Wednesday. NYC’s lawsuit asks the court to declare all executive orders “null and void,” alleging they are based on “specious claims that the prospect of a few hundred asylum seekers sheltered at [NYC’s] expense would somehow constitute an emergency imperiling public safety.” Adams announced plans to house migrants arriving

Police Operation Leads to Major Drug Bust in Ocean and Monmouth Counties

Charlie DwyerMay 28, 20230

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ – On Monday, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer has announced the arrest of five individuals as a result of an extensive multi-agency investigation into the distribution of cocaine in the Ocean County and Monmouth County areas. The suspects, Octavaeous Jenkins, 49, Ralph Durand, 56, Krystal Villano, 36, Emily Durand, 53, and Jaiden Durand, 18, were allegedly using residences in South Toms River, Brick Township, and Long Branch for drug storage and distribution. On May 9, 2023, Detectives observed Jenkins meeting with Durand in Monmouth County, leading to their detention and subsequent arrest after they were found