A night out at a waterfront bar turned into a scene of chaos when pepper spray flew during a downtown brawl
ANNAPOLIS, MD – It happened early Saturday morning when a woman walked out of Dock Street Bar and Grill and was sprayed in the face with pepper spray during a street brawl.…
Downtown Toms River to host annual tree lighting with live entertainment
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Toms River is set to take place on Wednesday, December 6, offering live holiday entertainment, refreshments, and an appearance by Santa…
Thanksgiving Day 5K to bring parking restrictions and closures to downtown D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The S.O.M.E. America’s Trot for Hunger 5K, scheduled for Thursday, November 28, will result in widespread parking restrictions and street closures across downtown Washington, D.C., during the morning hours.…
Toms River planning board denies new five story downtown apartment building
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A second large apartment complex planned for Downtown Toms River was rejected last night by the planning board due to the impact the non-conforming project would pose to…
Toms River students paint downtown storefronts for 85th annual Halloween parade
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — High school students in Toms River added a festive touch to downtown storefronts ahead of the town’s 85th annual Halloween parade, set to begin Thursday at 7 p.m.…
Downtown Cranford Hosts Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade and Dance Fest
CRANFORD, NJ – On Sunday, October 27, Eastman Street in Cranford will be the place to be for pet lovers as the annual Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. The…
Haunted Downtown Metuchen Brings Dinosaurs, Costumes, and Classic Characters to Main Street
METUCHEN, NJ – This Saturday, October 26, Haunted Downtown returns to transform Metuchen’s streets into a lively Halloween festival. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can enjoy a full day of…
Toms River Repeals Mo Hill’s Plan for City Downtown
TOMS RIVER – A plan that allowed for buildings up to 150 ft tall and high-density apartment buildings on all existing lots in Downtown Toms River is one step closer to being…
Hackettstown to host 11th Annual Halloween Downtown celebration
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. — The Hackettstown Police Department is gearing up for its 11th Annual Halloween Downtown celebration, set to take place this Saturday, October 26, 2024. The event will run from 3:00…
Downtown Toms River home damaged in 2-alarm fire, no injuries reported
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire severely damaged a two-story home on Madison Avenue in Toms River on Friday morning, though no injuries were reported. The fire broke out around 10:26 a.m.,…
Two Shot in Downtown Fredricksburg, Suspect in Custody
FREDERICK, Md. — Two people were injured in a shooting early Saturday morning in downtown Frederick, according to the Frederick Police Department. Officers were patrolling near E Church Street and Market Street…
Downtown Cranford to Host Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade and Dance Fest
CRANFORD, NJ – On Sunday, October 27, 2024, pet owners and Halloween enthusiasts are invited to Downtown Cranford for the Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade, starting at 11:00 AM on Eastman Street. This lively…
Perth Amboy invests $2.6 million to revitalize downtown area
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — The City of Perth Amboy is undergoing a major downtown revitalization project thanks to a $2.6 million investment funded entirely by grants and the New Jersey Urban Enterprise…
Man shot in both legs in downtown Philadelphia, suspect in custody
PHILADELPHIA — A 42-year-old man was shot in both legs on Friday afternoon at the intersection of 7th and Market Streets in downtown Philadelphia, according to police. The shooting occurred at approximately…
Freight train blocking downtown Newark moved
NEWARK, Del. — A freight train that had been blocking multiple crossings in downtown Newark has been moved, according to local authorities. Earlier today, the train stopped on tracks between Cleveland Avenue…
Assault Incident in Downtown Pittsburgh Leads to Arrests
Pittsburgh, PA – On Tuesday at around 9 p.m., officers from the Downtown Public Safety Center were dispatched to an incident at Liberty Avenue and Stanwix Street following reports of a fight.…
Underground fire causes power outages and traffic disruptions in downtown Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Sept. 29 — Emergency crews responded early Sunday to an underground fire and multiple manhole explosions in downtown Baltimore, prompting widespread power outages and traffic disruptions. The incident occurred in the…
Pho-Real! A New Restaurant Just Opened in Downtown Toms River
Downtown Toms River just got a major glow-up with the arrival of Pho 34, the newest addition to the corner of Main Street and Washington Street. If you’re in the mood for…
Merchantville Music Fest to Rock Downtown with Local Bands and Food Trucks
MERCHANTVILLE, NJ – On September 21, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., the annual Merchantville Music Fest will bring a day of music, food, and fun to downtown Merchantville. This free event…
Comfort Food Festival to Bring Tasty Delights and Entertainment to Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – On September 21, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Washington Street will come alive with the aromas and flavors of the Comfort Food Festival, hosted by the Downtown…
Spring Lake Italian Festival to Bring Food and Music to Downtown
SPRING LAKE, NJ – On September 21, the Spring Lake Italian Festival will take over the downtown business district from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., celebrating Italian culture with delicious food and…
Toms River Mayor Opposes County Plan for Downtown Homeless Shelter
TOMS RIVER, NJ – An ongoing feud between Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and Paul Hulse, organizer of Just Believe, Inc. is taking a new turn today. Last month, Rodrick said he…
Wildwood Food and Music Festival Brings Flavor and Fun to Downtown
WILDWOOD, NJ – The Wildwoods Food and Music Street Festival is set to take over Downtown Wildwood on Saturday, September 7, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Presented by the Greater Wildwood…
Toms River to Decide Future of Canceled Downtown Twin Towers Site
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick has canceled plans for a ten-story apartment complex in downtown Toms River, ending a years-long controversy over the proposed development. The project, to be built…
18-year-old arrested for gun-related threats in downtown Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH — Officers from the Downtown Public Safety Center arrested an 18-year-old male on September 3 after he allegedly threatened a man with a firearm on Penn Avenue in the Central Business…
Downtown Red Bank Building Revisioned as Co-Working Office Space
Red Bank, NJ — Denholtz Properties, a prominent commercial real estate development and investment firm, has entered into an operating agreement with Regus to manage a 9,729-square-foot coworking space at 140 Broad…
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