Jackson First Aid responds to 567 emergency calls in one month with 9-minute average response time
Jackson Township, NJ – Volunteer EMTs in Jackson Township answered 567 emergency calls last month, according to new monthly statistics released by the Jackson Township First Aid Squad, which continues to provide…
John Kerry Says First Amendment is a Major Roadblock for Government
Former Secretary of State John Kerry has drawn attention with remarks that some critics interpret as a critique of the First Amendment and its protections of free speech. During a recent discussion,…
New Jersey Courts to Hold Trials for Unpaid Parking Tickets for First Time Since Pandemic
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey judiciary will resume enforcement of penalties for parking ticket violations starting Oct. 1, 2024, after a temporary pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. The move marks a…
New Jersey Takes First Step Toward Banning More Gas Powered Landscaping Equipment
Gas powered leaf blowers, lawnmowers, edgers, and other tools are on the chopping block in New Jersey, but one bill introduced this week seeks to get the state going in that direction…
Four men sentenced for role in first breach of Capitol grounds on Jan. 6
WASHINGTON — Four men from Kentucky, North Carolina, Texas, and Virginia were sentenced for their involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol, where they participated in the first…
Denville’s First Annual Feast of San Gennaro to Bring Italian Flair to Bloomfield Ave
DENVILLE, NJ – The vibrant sounds and flavors of Italy are set to take over Bloomfield Avenue on September 22 as Denville hosts its first annual Feast of San Gennaro. From 12…
Bayville Retro Fitness Hosting Event to Honor First Responders
BAYVILLE, N.J. — Reps for Responders, a community-focused event honoring first responders, will take place this Saturday, September 21, 2024, at RetroFitness in Bayville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event,…
Georgia Woman Cited as First Abortion Ban Death Died From Infection Caused by Rare Abortion Pill Complication, Reports
Amber Nicole Thurman’s tragic death underscores the risks faced by women under restrictive abortion laws — and in her case, a rare complication from a clinic-provided abortion pill. While the mainstream media…
America First Republicans Hold Rally in Keyport to Support Trump Campaign
KEYPORT, N.J. — The America First Republicans of New Jersey hosted their third “TOO BIG TO RIG” rally in Keyport on Sunday, energizing supporters and recruiting volunteers to back former President Donald…
USS New Jersey Becomes Navy’s First Gender-Neutral Submarine
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The U.S. Navy commissioned the future USS New Jersey (SSN 796), a Virginia-class fast-attack submarine, in a ceremony on Saturday at Naval Weapons Station Earle. The submarine is…
This Small New Jersey Park Allegedly Hosted First Public Execution in America
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office shared a historical account this week, recalling the execution of Antoine Le Blanc, a convicted murderer hanged on the Morristown Green in 1833. This…
Kamala Harris Is Running to Become America’s First Emotional Support President
It’s no secret that the role of the U.S. President has always been a high-stakes balancing act. The leader of the free world is expected to be strong, decisive, and capable of…
First Annual Meadowlands Tattoo Arts Festival to Debut with Top Artists and Unique Entertainment
SECAUCUS, NJ – The Meadowlands Exposition Center will host the highly anticipated First Annual Meadowlands Tattoo Arts Festival from September 13 to 15. This exciting event, featuring hundreds of tattoo artists from…
First Week of September Looking to Bring Great Weather to New Jersey
For the first week of September, New Jersey will be experiencing mild and pleasant weather, characteristic of the early fall transition. Today, the weather is sunny with a high near 74°F, and…
Outlaws Not the First Open World Star Wars Game, But Could be the Best One
Star Wars Outlaws is already making waves as one of the most ambitious Star Wars games in recent memory, delivering a rich open-world experience that’s been a long time coming. However, while…
New Jersey College Student Struck and Killed During Police Pursuit at University of Delaware on First Day
NEWARK, Del. — A high-speed crash on West Main Street late Tuesday night left one pedestrian dead and four others injured after a motorcycle fleeing a traffic stop struck a young woman…
Chesapeake Police Department Activates First School Zone Speed Camera on Kempsville Road
CHESAPEAKE, VA — The Chesapeake Police Department announced that the first school zone speed camera will become active on Monday along Kempsville Road as Greenbrier Christian Academy begins its school year. Additional…
Maryland First Grade Teacher Arrested in Fentanyl-Related Death Investigation
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — A Montgomery County Public Schools first-grade teacher has been arrested in connection with the fentanyl-related death of an adult male earlier this year. Sarah Katherine Magid was taken into…
Atlantic County Launches ‘Safe Place’ Initiative to Combat Hate Crimes, Promotes First Participating Business
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office has announced its certification as a partner in the “Safe Place” initiative, joining over 350 law enforcement agencies worldwide in a program aimed…
Akron First Responders Roll Out in Community Rescue Vehicle During Flooding
AKRON, OH — Last night, the Akron Police Department’s Community Rescue vehicle played a crucial role in addressing severe flooding in Merriman Valley. The vehicle enabled first responders from both the Akron…
First Case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in New Jersey Horse Confirmed
TRENTON, NJ—A 15-year-old mare from Atlantic County has become the first horse in New Jersey to contract Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in 2024. The state’s Department of Agriculture confirmed the case after…