New Jersey Governor Agrees: Anyone Moving to Florida is Either Trading Crypto or High on Cocaine
Trenton, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy is making a bold claim about New Jersey’s status, calling it “America’s number one state to raise a family” and insisting the phrase deserves to be…
Mikie Sherrill Needs New Jersey Voters to Believe Her Lie that Republicans Caused High Energy Prices, Not Democrats
As the November election looms, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) is intensifying her campaign to convince New Jersey voters that skyrocketing energy prices are the fault of Republican policies, not the Democratic agenda…
Columbus Police seek suspects in assault near E. 12th and High
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Detectives are asking for help identifying three suspects involved in a violent assault that occurred earlier this month near E. 12th Avenue and N. High Street, according to the…
When Smoking Was Allowed in High Schools: A Look Back at New Jersey’s Past
It might sound hard to believe today, but not that long ago, many high schools across New Jersey had designated smoking areas—sometimes just steps away from the cafeteria or gym. In the…
Teen pleads guilty to felony assault in Middletown High School attack
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. — Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced Wednesday that 19-year-old Jennifer Ramirez-Castelan of Middletown has pleaded guilty to second-degree assault following a violent incident at Middletown High School…
Overlea High School employee arrested for alleged inappropriate relationship with student
BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD — A former building service worker at Overlea High School has been arrested following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a student, Baltimore County Police announced Thursday. Donovan Michaud,…
Mountain Ridge High School band director indicted on sex abuse charges
FROSTBURG, Md. — Derek Lindon Shank, 43, the band director at Mountain Ridge High School, has been indicted by an Allegany County Grand Jury following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct…
West Virginia Man Held Girlfriend Hostage, Arrested After High Speed Chase in Maryland
ALLEGANY COUNTY, Md. — A West Virginia man was arrested on multiple charges, including kidnapping and assault, after allegedly abducting his ex-girlfriend and fleeing from police during a high-speed chase in Allegany…
Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation
PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, June 23, as soaring temperatures at Hinchliffe…
Manhunt for Queens Murderer Ends After High Speed Chase
QUEENS, N.Y. — A man wanted in connection with the homicide of a 36-year-old woman in Queens has been arrested, the New York City Police Department confirmed. The arrest happened after a…
Manchester Township Police search for missing 16-year-old girl last seen near high school
MANCHESTER, N.J. — The Manchester Township Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Jakayla Jean-Paul, who was last seen Friday, June 20, at approximately 11:30 a.m. near Manchester Township…
Seaside Park Bayfront kiddie beach closed due to high fecal bacteria levels
SEASIDE PARK, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has closed the bayfront kiddie beach at Fifth Avenue in Seaside Park due to high levels of fecal bacteria. Water…
Governor Phil Murphy Sees Huge Profit Margin in High Energy Prices for State Finances
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s government bank accounts are about to see a huge increase in tax revenue collected from anyone who pays an electric bill, thanks to a 20% price hike…
Gun found in bag triggers lockdown and arrest at Schenectady High
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — An 18-year-old student was detained Friday afternoon after a loaded handgun was discovered in her bag during a routine security screening at Schenectady High School, police said. At approximately…
Senior Prank at New Jersey High School Ends with Closure and Criminal Investigation
SOUTH RIVER, NJ — South River Police are investigating an incident involving high school students who broke into South River High School and defaced school property outside of school hours on Thursday.…
Locker room horror at Maryland high school sparks charges for 5 teens
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. – Five students from Brunswick High School are facing criminal charges following two separate incidents in which classmates were allegedly assaulted inside the school’s locker room, according to the…
School employee charged with forcible touching of students at Arlington High School
HYDE PARK, N.Y. — A 68-year-old Hyde Park man has been charged with multiple misdemeanors following a month-long investigation into alleged inappropriate contact with students at Arlington High School, the Dutchess County…
High School Students to be Honored at Scholarship Gala
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Scholarship Reception on Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bacchus Winemaking Club on Route 37, recognizing…
Toms River summer theater camp nearing capacity at High School South
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Limited spots remain for Toms River Recreation’s summer theater camp, set to take place at Toms River High School South. The program is part of the township’s seasonal…
All New Jersey Students Must Sign this ‘Asanine’ Federal Form to Graduate High School
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia is sounding the alarm over a New Jersey education mandate that requires all high school seniors to either complete the federal Free Application for Federal Student…
Fights inside Rappahonnock Jail and Colonial Forge High School Keep Police Busy on Wednesday
STAFFORD, Va. — Two separate assaults on Wednesday led to multiple charges in Stafford County, including a violent incident at the Rappahannock Regional Jail and a student altercation at Colonial Forge High…
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker delivers egg price hoax on Easter
NEWARK, NJ – New Jerseyans woke up to an unsettling message from U.S. Senator Cory Booker this morning, blaming President Donald J. Trump for the high price of eggs on this national…
Fake gun prompts lockdown at Hillside High; no threat found, police say
HILLSIDE, N.J. — Hillside High School was placed on lockdown Thursday afternoon after police responded to a report of a possible firearm on campus. The search concluded without any weapons found at…
Phil Murphy Must Be High: Governor Proposed 500% Weed Tax in Budget
TRENTON, NJ – We’re not sure what kind of weed Governor Phil Murphy is smoking these days with his alien in the attic, but it must be the good stuff. If higher…
High School East hosts first-ever Masked Singer: Teacher Edition
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Teachers at High School East took center stage for the inaugural Masked Singer: Teacher Edition on Thursday night, with costumed contestants battling for the title in a lively…
Middletown High School North senior honored as Good Citizen award recipient
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — Lauren Dorazio, a senior at Middletown High School North, has been recognized as the school’s Good Citizen award recipient. The award is given to a high school senior who…
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