Remembering New Jersey’s Underground Rock Mecca, City Gardens
In the annals of American music and cultural history, City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey, holds a unique and enduring place. From its humble beginnings as a simple club in the late…
Texas Man Charged for Armed Violent Home Invasion in New Jersey
NORWOOD, NJ – Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella has announced the arrest of Jisun Park, a 40-year-old man from Carrollton, Texas. Park faces multiple charges, including armed robbery, armed burglary, aggravated assault,…
Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Still Struggling to Meet State Diversity Goals
Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Struggles to Meet State DEI Guidelines Amid Internship Diversity Concerns OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — On National Intern Day, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office (OCPO) celebrated its summer interns…
New York City’s Favorite Deli Meat Brand Recalled After Listeria Found
NEW YORK, NY — New Yorkers have a longstanding affection for Boar’s Head deli meats, a brand synonymous with quality and tradition in countless delis across the city. From bustling bodegas in…
Bergen County National Intern Day Highlights Lack of Diversity
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ (OP ED) — The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office celebrated National Intern Day by showcasing their summer internship class, but the event has drawn criticism for a lack of diversity…
Phil Murphy Forcing District to Shut Down and Sell Elementary School
JACKSON, NJ, July 28, 2024 — The Jackson Township School District is being forced to sell a beloved community elementary school in an underserved and economically disadvantaged neighborhood due to significant state…
Police in Newark Searching for Fugitive Carjacker
Newark, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a carjacking incident that occurred on July 19, 2024. At approximately 9:30…
Burlington to Host Motown Music Event at Waterfront
Burlington, NJ — The City of Burlington Police Department announces an exciting Motown music event featuring a live 5-piece band this Tuesday, July 30, at the scenic waterfront. The event promises an…
Freehold Township Police Department Advisory on Unpermitted Solicitors
Freehold Township, NJ — The Freehold Township Police Department has reported an increase in calls from residents about unpermitted solicitors, particularly from a pest control company, going door to door. Township regulations…
South Jersey Fugitives Offered Safe Surrender Option in September
MILLVILLE, NJ – The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office announced that a Fugitive Safe Surrender event will take place on September 9, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the First United Methodist…
New Jersey Senator Menendez Resigns As Murphy Prepares to Pick Successor
TRENTON, NJ — U.S. Senator Bob Menendez announced he will resign from his Senate seat effective August 20, following his recent conviction on federal bribery charges. In a letter to Governor Phil…
New Jersey Man Murdered by Transitioning Teen in Florida
Toms River, NJ — A 16-year-old girl who was undergoing a gender transition from Palm Bay, Florida has been arrested and charged with the first-degree pre-meditated murder of her mother and her…
State Threatens Toms River School Officials After 9% Tax Increase Falls $12 Million Short
The Administration of Governor Phil Murphy Threatens to Remove Superindendent if Boad Does Not Raise Taxes Even Higher, or Sell Buildings TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Regional School District has…
Barnegat Man Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Assault and Firearms Offenses
Mays Landing, NJ — Louis Stokes, 27, of Barnegat, NJ, pleaded guilty on Thursday to second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose, and third-degree hindering apprehension. The…
Former Seton Hall Employees Admit to $1.3 Million Embezzlement
Newark, NJ — Teresina DeAlmeida, 59, of Warren, New Jersey, and Rose Martins, 44, of East Hanover, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy on Friday. Silvia Cardoso, 61, of Warren,…
Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Role in Kearny Home Invasion
KEARNY, N.J. — Evin Ferman-Argueta was sentenced to 25 years in New Jersey State Prison for his involvement in a 2017 home invasion, according to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez. The sentencing…
Monmouth County DWI Task Force DWI Checkpoint This Weekend
Monmouth County, NJ — The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will conduct two DWI checkpoints this upcoming weekend. The first checkpoint will be held from 9:00 PM on Friday, July 26, through…
New Jersey State Trooper Guilty of Aggravated Assault on Handcuffed Woman
TRENTON, NJ—A distressing case of police misconduct has culminated in the guilty plea of New Jersey State Police Trooper Nicolas J. Hogan, 28, from Gibbstown, New Jersey. The incident, which involved the…
Two Winners Share $150K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – Two tickets matched all five numbers in the Thursday Jersey Cash 5 drawing, splitting the $150,000 jackpot. Each ticket holder will receive $75,000. The winning numbers were 04, 11,…
Ocean County Man Charged for Crimes Against Child
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — David Lyons faces multiple charges stemming from alleged criminal activities involving invasion of privacy and endangering the welfare of a child. Lyons is accused of committing several offenses,…
South Carolina Cocaine Trafficker, Fugitive Captured at the Jersey Shore
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A drug trafficker wanted out of South Carolina has been captured and is in custody at the Jersey Shore. In 2019, the Horry County Police Department has arrested…