Iraq bans 8 local banks from US dollar transactions
By Timour Azhari BAGHDAD (Reuters) – Iraq has banned eight local commercial banks from engaging in U.S. dollar transactions, taking action to reduce fraud, money …
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These Fantastic Local Breweries Are Keeping New Jersey’s Craft Beer Industry In the Game
New Jersey’s beer brewing history is rich and diverse, with a landscape dotted by breweries that have garnered acclaim and a dedicated following. From coastal …
Suspects Wanted in Series of High-Stakes Burglaries of Local Businesses
NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is actively investigating two burglaries that occurred on Tuesday, January 23. Both incidents involved …
Iconic Jackie Robinson Statue Stolen from Local Park
Wichita, KS – In a startling theft that has left the Wichita community in dismay, a statue of baseball legend Jackie Robinson was stolen from …
New Zealand withdraws bill allowing 16-year-olds to vote in local body elections
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) – The New Zealand government on Friday withdrew a bill that would have allowed sixteen year olds to vote in …
Somerset Patriots and Local Businesses Donate $25,000 to Support Somerset County Food Banks
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – In a significant community effort, the Somerset Patriots, along with Clinton Honda and Land Rover Princeton, have donated $25,000 to four Somerset …
Fulfill Boosts Local Pantry Operations with New Van Donations
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Fulfill, a prominent food bank in New Jersey, recently enhanced its operations by donating five new 2023 Ram ProMaster vans to …
Exclusive-China orders indebted local governments to halt some infrastructure projects-sources
(Reuters) – China has instructed heavily indebted local governments to delay or halt some state-funded infrastructure projects, three people with knowledge of the situation said, …
Nominate Your Local Heroes for Brick Township’s Hero Awards
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township is calling for nominations for the Brick Hero Awards, an initiative designed to recognize and honor residents and businesses …
Prison Sentence Announced in Check Fraud Scheme Involving Ironworkers Local 417
ORANGE COUNTY, NY – District Attorney David M. Hoovler has announced the sentencing of Anthony Dubuisson, a 27-year-old resident of Newburgh. The sentencing, which took …
Two dead after fire on vessel at Port of Houston, Texas
(Reuters) -Two crew members are dead and one injured after a fire on a vessel at Port of Houston, Texas, a port official said on …
Women Shine in Ocean County Politics Taking Key Positions in Local Governments
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a landmark event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first female mayor in the municipality’s nearly …
Japanese firms rush to resume production as earthquake disrupts local economy
By Kantaro Komiya TOKYO (Reuters) – Japanese manufacturers rushed to resume production four days after a magnitude 7.6 earthquake killed at least 94 and disrupted …
PA Lottery Online Game Awards Massive $300K Prize to Lucky Local
MIDDLETOWN, PA – A fortunate player in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has hit a significant online jackpot, winning a $300,000 prize from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The …
Deal Police Department’s Howl-Iday Fundraiser Benefits Local Humane Society
DEAL, NJ – In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Deal Police Department announced the successful delivery of several truckloads of food, donations, and …
Silver Spring Resident Wins $50,000 on Scratch-off at Local Market Ahead of Holidays
SILVER SPRING, MD — A routine grocery shopping trip turned into a remarkable windfall for a Montgomery County man, who won $50,000 on a Cash …
Newark Police Announce Search for Missing Local Woman
NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has issued an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating Theresa Sullivan-Oliver, 63, a resident …
At least 113 killed in attacks in central Nigeria -local official
LAGOS (Reuters) – The death toll in weekend attacks in the central Nigerian state of Plateau has risen to 113, a local official said on …
Concerns Raised Over Lack of Local Input in NJ Affordable Housing Bill Hearing
TRENTON, NJ – During a recent Assembly Housing Committee hearing regarding a significant bill on affordable housing, Assemblyman Rob Clifton and Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn raised …
Local Resident Donates Handmade Quilts to Hospitalized Children for the Holidays
FREEHOLD, NJ – Sgt. Michael Grochwoski and P.O. Thomas Parise of the local police department facilitated a heartwarming gesture earlier this week, delivering handmade quilts …
Nicaragua jails second Catholic bishop as crackdown intensifies
(Reuters) -Nicaragua arrested another Catholic bishop on Wednesday, a source in close contact with local church leaders told Reuters following local media reports, making the …
After Increase in Package Thefts Nationwide; Local Police Issue Warnings
LOWER GWYNEDD TOWNSHIP, PA – The Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department reports a significant rise in package thefts across the country during the holiday season. …
Toms River Township Celebrates Holiday Spirit with Local Students
TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY – The Toms River Township Government extended a heartfelt thank you to students from Washington Street, West Dover, Pine Beach, and …
New Zealand central bank warns Citi’s local unit over breach of international payments rule
(Reuters) – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) said on Thursday it had issued a formal warning to Citigroup’s local unit for failing to …
New Mexico top court appears set to block local ordinances that limit abortion pill
By Brendan Pierson (Reuters) – The New Mexico Supreme Court, based on arguments it heard on Wednesday, appeared poised to block several local ordinances in …
Temple Hills Scratch-Off Brings $30,000 Surprise for Local Shopper
TEMPLE HILLS, MD — A routine errand run turned into a surprising win for a Fort Washington resident, who secured a $30,000 top prize from …
Royal Farms Sells Winning $100K Holiday Money Match Ticket to Local Nurse
BALTIMORE, MD — A Baltimore nurse’s impromptu decision to purchase FAST PLAY tickets at Royal Farms #008 led to a remarkable $100,000 win. After enduring …
34-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Wedgewood Village
COLUMBUS, OH– A shooting in Columbus’s Hilltop neighborhood resulted in the death of 34-year-old Shawn Overly on Sunday afternoon. The Columbus Division of Police responded …
Mother of jailed Mexican drug lord ‘El Chapo’ Guzman dies -local media
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – The elderly mother of convicted Mexican crime boss Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has died after spending the last couple weeks in …
Newburgh Man Sentenced in $250,000 Fraud Scheme Involving Local Ironworkers Union
ORANGE COUNTY, NY — Turgaud Dubuisson, 30, of Newburgh, was sentenced on December 8, 2023, to 3⅓ to 10 years in prison for his role …
Jersey Assembly Passes Bill to Boost Local Insurance Companies
TRENTON, NJ – A significant legislative move to enhance the competitive edge of New Jersey-based insurance companies was achieved with the passage of a bill …
Gun Dealers Flee Blue State As Local Authorities Ratchet Up Red Tape
Gun Dealers Flee Blue State As Local Authorities Ratchet Up Red Tape Ryan Meilstrup on December 7, 2023 Firearms dealers are leaving California as localities …
Federal Jury Convicts Former IBEW Local 98 Business Manager John Dougherty and Former Local 98 President Brian Burrows of Conspiracy, Embezzlement of Union Funds, and Tax Fraud
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that John Dougherty, 63, of Philadelphia, PA and Brian Burrows, 63, of Mount Laurel, NJ, were …
Local Business Owner Sentenced for Failure to Pay Employment Taxes and File Federal Tax Return
DES MOINES, Iowa – A Bondurant man was sentenced today to 15 months in federal prison for failure to pay over employee trust fund taxes …
Arizona Man Charged with Defrauding Local Physician Out of $207,000
PHOENIX, Ariz. – A federal grand jury in Phoenix returned an indictment against Jeremie Sowerby, 45, of Fountain Hills, Arizona, on November 14, 2023, for …
Russell County Man Sentenced to Over Two Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Two Local Non-Profit Organizations
Bowling Green, KY – A Russell County man was sentenced last week to 2 years and 3 months in federal prison for defrauding two Russell …
Agents discover migrants being stashed inside a local motel at Laredo Sector
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents discovered migrants being stashed at a local motel in Laredo, Texas. On Nov.30, at approximately 3:15 p.m., Border …
‘Taking Away Local Control’: Whitmer Signs Massive Green Energy Mandate Into Law
‘Taking Away Local Control’: Whitmer Signs Massive Green Energy Mandate Into Law Ryan Meilstrup on November 28, 2023 Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer enacted one …
D.C. Man Sentenced to 30-Year Prison Term For the Brutal Slaying of a Local Married Couple
WASHINGTON – Alonzo Lewis, 38, of Washington, D.C. has been sentenced to a 30-year prison term for two counts of second-degree murder while armed …
Pro-Democrat ‘Local News’ Operation Raked In Cash From Prolific Dark Money Network In Lead-Up To Elections
Pro-Democrat ‘Local News’ Operation Raked In Cash From Prolific Dark Money Network In Lead-Up To Elections Robert Schmad on November 24, 2023 A media network …
Exclusive-Chinese car sales boom in Russia levels off amid shaky local recovery
By Gleb Stolyarov and Alexander Marrow MOSCOW (Reuters) – Chinese car sales in Russia appear to have peaked as domestic production recovers after the exodus …
Deputies Capturing Evading Runner During Raid at Local Drug Den
MARTIN COUNTY, FL — In an unexpected turn of events during a recent search warrant execution, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) encountered an unusual …
Evergrande chairman’s two luxury mansions seized by creditor – local media
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Two luxury homes in Hong Kong owned by the chairman of embattled property developer China Evergrande Group, Hui Ka Yan, have …
Another Carbon Pipeline Runs Headlong Into Local Opposition, Paperwork Problems
Another Carbon Pipeline Runs Headlong Into Local Opposition, Paperwork Problems Nick Pope on November 20, 2023 A major carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) pipeline has …
One dead, three injured in shooting at Ohio Walmart – local media
(Reuters) -At least one person was killed and three people were injured on Monday in a shooting at a Walmart store in Beavercreek, Ohio,WHIO television …
China vows to support property sector, tackle local debt
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s central bank and financial regulators pledged on Friday to ensure financing support for the property sector and to work together to …
Woman found in medical distress near Santa Teresa dies at local hospital
On Oct. 12, 2023, at approximately 11:03 p.m., Border Patrol agents assigned to the U.S. Border Patrol Station in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, received a …
South Jersey Police Seeking Pickup Truck That Damaged Local Soccer Field
BRIDGETON, NJ — The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office seeks public assistance in identifying the owner of a truck involved in property damage at a local …
Exclusive-China orders local governments to cut exposure to public-private projects as debt risks rise, sources say
BEIJING (Reuters) – China has ordered its local governments to halt public-private partnership projects identified as “problematic” and replaced a 10% budget spending allowance for …
Greater Toms River Chamber to Honor Local Leaders
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Awards Reception at Argos Farm, 1250 Lacey Road, Forked River, …