Miss Universe Latina winner honored in Perth Amboy homecoming
Perth Amboy, NJ – Cheers and applause filled Perth Amboy City Hall on Friday as the community welcomed home Yamilex Hernández, the first-ever Miss Universe …
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WWII hero Bud Lomell to be honored as Toms River VA clinic gets new name
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation to rename the Toms River Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in honor of one of the most decorated and pivotal …
Secaucus Police and Fire marine fleets honored in annual blessing ceremony
SECAUCUS, N.J. — The Secaucus Police Department held its annual blessing ceremony for its police and fire marine fleets on Saturday, a tradition rooted in …
Manchester officers honored for bravery at Ocean County 200 Club awards
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Several Manchester Township police officers were recognized this week for their heroism and dedication during the 2025 Valor, Life-Saving, and Meritorious Service …
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 …
Worcester police and firefighters honored for rooftop rescue during dual fires
WORCESTER, Mass. – A team of Worcester police officers and firefighters were honored this week by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office for rescuing a …
Dawn Fantasia honored with Legislator of the Year Award by NJ Sportsmen’s Federation
TRENTON, NJ — Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia was awarded the Legislator of the Year Award Saturday evening by the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, …
Liberty roars: Jackson cheer champs crowned state and national victors, honored by township council
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Liberty High School cheerleading team was honored by the township council this month after capturing both state and national championship …
Hometown heroes: Galloway police honored for service, support at council meeting
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Several members of the Galloway Township Police Department were honored during Tuesday night’s township council meeting for their service, dedication, and …
Ocean County prosecutor Ray Coles honored with national digital justice award
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Raymond Coles of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has been named a recipient of Cellebrite’s inaugural Digital Justice Awards, recognized for …
Northborough firefighters honored after saving woman stuck in icy mud
NORTHBOROUGH, MASS. — A group of Northborough firefighters received top honors this week after pulling a woman and her dog from freezing mud and ice …
Fallen Officer Robert Ventura honored with highway dedication in emotional ceremony
JACKSON, NJ — Family, fellow officers, friends, and community members gathered for a heartfelt highway dedication ceremony honoring fallen Police Officer Robert Ventura, whose legacy …
Evesham detective honored for locating endangered juvenile in motel rescue
EVESHAM, N.J. — Detective Sierra Gates has been named Evesham Township Police Department’s Officer of the Month for February 2025 after leading the successful recovery …
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 …
A true blue blood: Secaucus lieutenant honored for coordinating life-saving blood drives
SECAUCUS, NJ — Lieutenant Christopher Rinaldi of the Secaucus Police Department was recognized at last night’s town council meeting for his volunteer efforts in organizing …
Barnegat officer honored as NJ State PBA Executive Board Member of the Year
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Patrolman Chris Ebert of the Barnegat Township Police Department has been named Executive Board Member of the Year by the New Jersey …
Brick Township officer honored with Level-2 traffic safety certification
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Patrolman Scott Mesmer of the Brick Township Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit has been recognized with a Level-2 Traffic Safety Specialist …
Marine Corps veteran honored for heroism in foiling attempted robbery
DOVER, Del. — The Dover Police Department presented Jermaine Milam, a USMC Marine Corps veteran with the Distinguished Citizen Award on Tuesday, recognizing his swift …
Toms River student to be honored for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade performance
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — James Warren, a student at Toms River High School North, will be recognized by the Toms River Township Council for his …
Belleville police honored with Safe Routes to School Gold Award
BELLEVILLE, N.J. — The Belleville Police Department received the Safe Routes to School Gold Award, the highest recognition within the statewide initiative, during a recent …
Detective Elizabeth Savnik Honored as “Law Enforcement Hometown Hero”
WESTFIELD, NJ – Detective Elizabeth Savnik of the Westfield Police Department was recognized on Thursday as a “Law Enforcement Hometown Hero” at an event hosted …
Police Officers Honored with 100 Club Award
Annapolis, MD – Captain John Poole and Sergeant James Redman of the Anne Arundel County Police Department received the 100 Club of Anne Arundel County …
Officer Paulshock Honored at Law Enforcement Conference
Baltimore, MD – This year, Officer Cassandra Paulshock of the Baltimore County Police Department has been honored with the “Trooper Jessica Cheney Spirit Award” at …
Local Woman Among Those Honored at Gloucester Township Ceremony
Gloucester Township, NJ – Volunteer Robin Spina was acknowledged at the Annual Gloucester Township Citizens Appreciation Park Ceremony. He was celebrated for his contributions to …
Fort Lee Police Officers Honored at Valor Awards Dinner
Fort Lee, NJ – The Bergen County 200 Club hosted its Annual Valor Awards Dinner on Thursday evening, acknowledging the notable efforts of several first …
Anne Arundel County Officers and Nurse Honored for Life-Saving Actions
Anne Arundel County, MD – Anne Arundel County Police School Resource Officers responded to a medical emergency involving a student at North County High School …
Dutchess County Sheriff’s Sgt. Alonzo Montanya Honored as New York State Youth Officer of the Year
POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK — Sgt. Alonzo Montanya of the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office was recognized as the New York State Youth Officer of the Year …
Evesham Township Police Dispatcher Honored with Certificate of Merit
Evesham Township, NJ – On July 23rd, Evesham Township Police Chief Walt Miller presented Police Dispatcher Jenica Gravano with a Certificate of Merit in recognition …
WWOR-TV/My9 Honored with Angel of Hope Award for Opioid Crisis Awareness Efforts
JERSEY CITY, NJ—At the 30th Angel of Hope Gala held on May 15 at the Liberty House, WWOR-TV/My9 was recognized with the Angel of Hope …
Brick Township War Hero Killed in Action Twenty Years Ago Honored Today
BRICK, NJ – It was twenty years ago when residents of Ocean County learned that a local National Guard soldier, Chris Duffy was killed in …
Shrewsbury First Responders Honored with Award for Lifesaving Efforts
SHREWSBURY, MA – Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. honored several Shrewsbury first responders today for their heroic efforts in reviving a local …
Lakewood Police Department Honored with “Outstanding Community Partnership” Award
LAKEWOOD, NJ—Attorney General Matthew Platkin awarded the Lakewood Police Department the “Outstanding Community Partnership” award during the Attorney General’s Excellence in Policing Awards, which coincides …
Maryland Students Honored as U.S. Presidential Scholars
BALTIMORE, MD—Four Maryland high school students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars, marking them among the nation’s most outstanding high school seniors. Maximilian P. Belyantsev …
Fallen New Jersey Fire Fighters to be Honored Memorial Day Weekend
EMMITSBURG, MD – The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) is set to host the 43rd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 4-5. This year, …
Calvert County Law Enforcement and Support Personnel Honored
CHESAPEAKE BEACH, MD – The American Legion Posts in Calvert County celebrated law enforcement, correctional, and communications personnel for their exceptional service on the evening …
Gloucester Township Police Honored at Annual Hero Scholarship Fund Dinner
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Gloucester Township Police participated in the Fifty Seventh Annual Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund Dinner. This significant event commemorates the …
Toms River East’s Lisa Maratto Honored as a “Teacher Who Rocks”
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Lisa Maratto, a distinguished educator from Toms River High School East, has been honored with the “Teacher Who Rocks” award by …
Detective Sergeant Erin Micciulla Honored with National Missing Persons Conference Service Award
Trenton, NJ – Detective Sergeant Erin Micciulla of the Missing Persons Unit has been honored as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 National Missing Persons …
Clarkstown Auxiliary Captain Honored for Over 10,000 Volunteer Hours
Clarkstown, NY – Chief Wanamaker of the Clarkstown Police Department celebrated the outstanding contribution of Auxiliary Captain Darryl Draper, who has exceeded 10,000 volunteer service …
Manchester Township Officers Honored with Croix De Negotiators Laurel Award
MANCHESTER, NJ — Manchester Township recently recognized two of its police officers, Patrolman Robert Campolei and Patrolman Connor Maliff, with the prestigious Croix De Negotiators …
AUSA Nicole DuPré Honored for Outstanding Work in Human Trafficking Case
GREENSBORO – Nicole DuPré, Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) for the Middle District of North Carolina, has been named the 2023 Assistant United States Attorney …
Wall Township Patrolman Megan Alexander Honored with Kimberly Smith Ames Award
Patrolman Megan Alexander of the Wall Township Police Department received the prestigious Kimberly Smith Ames Award on Thursday, January 18, 2024. This recognition is awarded …
Toms River North Football Team, Marching Band Honored at Town Hall Champions Ceremony
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Town Hall was packed as the 2024 NJSIAA State Champion Toms River High School North football team was on …
Pittsburgh Police Honored for Preventing Potential School Shooting
PITTSBURGH, PA – The Pittsburgh Police Department has been recognized by the Uvalde Foundation For Kids for their crucial role in averting a potential school …
D.C. Officers Honored with Lifesaving Medals for Heroic Response to Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The D.C. Metro Police Department officers Mustafa Ak and Don Marshall received the prestigious Lifesaving Medal for their swift and effective response …
Former NYPD Officers and Marines Honored at NYPD Headquarters
NEW YORK, NY – The NYPD 46th Precinct celebrated the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps at the NYPD Headquarters. Chief Rivera, of …
Daughter of Late Detective Honored with Father’s Badge Number
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY – The Suffolk County Police Department held a shield change ceremony in Yaphank, honoring the lineage of law enforcement families within its …
Hillside Officer Honored for Lifesaving Actions
ROSELLE PARK, NJ – Police Chief Dominick Frino and officers from the Roselle Park Police Department commended Hillside Police Officer Fazion Rock for his role …
Singer to be Honored with “Legislative Champion Award” by NJ Commission on Cancer Research
Sen. Robert Singer will be honored with the “Legislative Champion Award” by the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) on November 15.
Heroic D.C. Cop Honored for Taking Dangerous Violent Criminal Down
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Officer Omar Forrester of the Metro Police Department earned high praise and an Achievement Medal for his role in apprehending a dangerous …