MIDDLETOWN, NJ—Tensions are boiling over in Middletown as parents, teachers, and community members protest the Board of Education’s decision to close three local schools. Last night, the board held a…
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A distressed deer suffering from a suspected fibroma was rescued after concerned residents alerted the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park Shelter. Shirley and Dan Costello of Heritage…
JACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson Township Council held a public hearing Thursday, February 28, on a new ordinance aimed at safety and regulating low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles within…
BRICK, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate is reminding residents of Brick Township about the town’s no-knock registry, a program designed to help homeowners avoid unwanted visits from door-to-door solicitors. In a…
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities are searching for suspects after a residential burglary on Campbell Road, where jewelry was stolen following a forced entry through a rear door. The break-in…
Bensalem, PA – Arson Suspect Arrested After Blaze Destroys Home and Endangers Residents
On Monday, February 10, at 5:22 a.m., Bensalem Township Police and the Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department responded to a dwelling fire on the 5200 block of Merganser Way. Fire services discovered six adult residents who had evacuated, some escaping from second-story windows. The fire resulted in the total loss of the two-story single-family dwelling, while two dogs perished and all six adults were hospitalized with injuries.
Investigation by Bensalem Fire Rescue and Bensalem Police Detectives revealed the fire was deliberately set. Surveillance footage captured a black sedan arriving at the scene at 5:01 a.m.; an individual is seen approaching the residence and returning to the car 15 minutes later. Following the suspect’s departure, smoke appeared from the rear yard followed by a large explosion. The surveillance provided investigators with an image of the black sedan.
Detectives utilized Automated License Plate Readers to trace the 2021 black Volkswagen Passat, registered to Brian Jones from Rockford, Michigan. The investigation revealed Harrison Jones, the ex-boyfriend of a planned visitor to the Merganser Way home
Governor Murphy Must Reconsider Sanctuary Policies for New Jersey’s Sake In the ongoing tug-of-war between state and federal policies on immigration, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy stands at a critical…
LAKEWOOD, NJ — With a snowstorm expected to hit the area from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, the Lakewood Township Department of Public Works (DPW) is urging residents to remove…
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A house fire in the Shenandoah neighborhood Tuesday night displaced residents but caused no injuries, officials said. Gloucester Township police responded to 40 Shenandoah Drive at…
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — As temperatures plummeted this week, the Brick Township Police Department’s Marine Unit took advantage of the freezing conditions to conduct ice water rescue training, emphasizing preparedness…
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A house fire on Thursday afternoon at 220 Laurel Place in the Cherrywood Townhomes section of Gloucester Township displaced six residents, authorities said. Police officers and…
TRENTON, NJ — A single ticket sold at a convenience store in Ocean County has won the $32 million Pick-6 jackpot, the New Jersey Lottery confirmed Tuesday, making it the…
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities in Manchester Township have issued a warning about a potentially rabid fox sighted in several residential areas, with multiple minor injuries reported. According to Manchester…
MOSS LANDING, Calif. — A fire erupted Thursday afternoon at the Moss Landing Power Plant’s 300-megawatt Phase I energy storage facility, prompting evacuations and air quality warnings for nearby communities,…
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As winter temperatures drop, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is warning residents about the dangers of walking on frozen bodies of water, emphasizing that…
RAWLINGS, MD — A devastating early morning fire tore through a single-family home on Golden Eagle Drive in Rawlings, displacing nine residents and causing an estimated $250,000 in damage. The…
COLUMBUS, OH — The Columbus Division of Police is asking for the public’s assistance following a series of unprovoked assaults on North High Street in the city’s Short North District…
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Gloucester Township police officer on routine patrol early Friday morning discovered a fire engulfing two townhome units and several vehicles, prompting a swift response that…
MANCHESTER, N.J. — With a power outage continuing to affect the area, Manchester Police have announced that Manchester Township High School is now the only available warming center for residents…
Beachwood Police Warn of Phone Scam Targeting Residents
**BEACHWOOD, NJ** – The Beachwood Police Department has issued a warning to local residents about a phone scam circulating in the area. The scam involves a caller impersonating “Officer Adams” from the Beachwood Police Department, asking victims to return the call to discuss supposed “important documents.”
The Beachwood Police have confirmed there is no truth to these calls. They urge anyone who receives a suspicious call to contact them directly at 732-349-1242 to verify any claims made by the caller.
To reaffirm their policy, the Beachwood Police Department reminds residents that they will never request payment for fines over the phone. They stress the importance of verifying the identity of any caller claiming to represent the police department.
Residents are advised to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities or communications to the authorities.
TRENTON, N.J. — A surge in reports of drone sightings across New Jersey has prompted widespread concern among residents, with families and community groups demanding greater transparency from local, state,…
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Amid reports of drone sightings across New Jersey, the Barnegat Police Department is encouraging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving unmanned aircraft in…
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Tensions are rising in Jackson Township as the Board of Education prepares to address the possibility of school closures and redistricting at its meeting Wednesday evening.…
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Amid reports of drone sightings across New Jersey, the Barnegat Police Department is encouraging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving unmanned aircraft in…
WORCESTER, MA — Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. is encouraging residents to participate in the 23rd annual “Guns to Gardens” gun buyback program on Saturday, December 14,…