New Jersey man charged after bias-filled emails sent to hundreds of Fort Lee residents
FORT LEE, NJ – A Montclair man has been arrested after investigators say he hacked into a condominium communication system and sent mass emails laced with hate speech and threats to more…
Shore residents to rally against proposed offshore wind project in Sea Girt
SEA GIRT, N.J. — Hundreds of residents from communities along the Jersey Shore are expected to gather Sunday morning to protest the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind project, which includes plans to install…
Hurricane Katrina Survivor Mobilizes to Provide Aid to Macon County Residents
MACON COUNTY, N.C. — The Macon County Sheriff’s Office expressed deep gratitude on Wednesday for the outpouring of community support following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Sheriff Robert Holland highlighted the…
Henderson County Sheriff’s Office sets up Wi-Fi and charging station for residents affected by Tropical Storm Helene
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office has announced that a Wi-Fi and charging station has been set up for local residents experiencing service…
Brooklyn residents arrested on drug and firearm charges after noise complaint
BROOKLYN, Md. — A noise complaint in the early hours of September 28, 2024, led to multiple arrests after officers discovered illegal drugs, firearms, and ammunition during an investigation, according to police.…
Prince George’s County police warn residents about rise in sextortion scam cases
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. – The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit has issued a community-wide warning concerning a notable increase in extortion cases linked to social media interactions. Most cases involve…
Princeton Police Warn Residents About Cryptocurrency Email Scam
Princeton, NJ – The Princeton Police Department has issued a warning regarding an email scam that targets residents by demanding cryptocurrency payments. Recipients of these emails are asked to send large sums…
Structure Fire at Toms River Apartment Complex Displaces 12 Residents
Toms River, NJ – On Wednesday at approximately 2:23 PM, the Pleasant Plains Fire Department responded to a fire alarm activation at 1000 Axl Drive in Toms River. The initial report indicated…
Two Rochester residents charged in USPS mail theft and robbery conspiracy
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Two Rochester residents were arrested and charged today in connection with a series of crimes involving the robbery of a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) letter carrier and the unlawful…
As New Jersey Pushes Toward Renewable Energy Residents Paying 6% Higher Than National Average
New Jersey residents are feeling the squeeze of higher energy bills, with the average household shelling out about $258 per month—adding up to a whopping $3,096 per year, according to Garden State…
What’s on Fire? Residents in Ocean County Report Smoke Conditions Overnight
TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you live in the Central Ocean County area, you might have gone to bed smelling smoke, or perhaps waking up to the scent of smoke from a…
New Jersey Residents Drink Too Much According to New Report
TRENTON, N.J. — A new study has found that approximately 493,000 New Jersey residents are engaging in heavy drinking despite having hypertension, a pre-existing condition that puts them at higher risk for…
New Jersey Residents Struggle with Record Breaking Energy Bills As Murphy Continues to Promise Zero Emission Wonderland
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey residents are grappling with steep increases in their energy bills following a series of rate hikes approved by the state’s Board of Public Utilities (BPU). The board…
Police in Secaucus warn of new sextortion scam targeting residents
SECAUCUS, N.J. — The Secaucus Police Department is alerting residents to a sextortion scam that uses images of victims’ homes to heighten fear and intimidation. The scam, reported this week by a…
Residential manager stole money from autistic residents
SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. — Desiree Etheridge, 50, the former manager of the Eden II residential facility in Saint James, was sentenced to one to three years in prison for stealing funds from…
Akron Police Remind Residents of Safe Exchange Zone Following Facebook Marketplace Robberies
AKRON, Ohio — In response to two recent Facebook Marketplace robberies, the Akron Police Department is urging residents to utilize the department’s “Safe Exchange Zone” when buying or selling items online. The…
Majority of New Jersey Residents Struggle with Inflation Frustration, Stress and Anxiety
TRENTON, N.J. — A majority of New Jerseyans are grappling with the relentless pressure of inflation, according to WalletHub’s 2024 Labor Day Survey. The survey reveals that approximately 74% of participants believe…
Tragic Stabbing of 4-Year-Old Girl Leaves Paterson Residents in State of Shock
PATERSON, NJ — A horrific scene unfolded in a Paterson home on Friday afternoon, where a 4-year-old girl was stabbed multiple times. According to local police, the attack occurred inside the family’s…
Brick Township Police Warn Residents of Scam Involving Department’s Phone Number
Brick Township, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is alerting residents to a scam in which callers are fraudulently using the department’s phone number, 732-262-1100, in an attempt to deceive residents.…
Electrical Fire at Toms River Apartment Complex Displaces Residents
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An electrical issue at the Silver Ridge Apartments in Toms River led to the evacuation of residents from ten apartments Tuesday evening after a smoking transformer posed significant…
Two New York Residents Sentenced in Elder Fraud Scheme Targeting Michigan Seniors
HICKSVILLE, NY — Two New York residents have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a large-scale fraud scheme that stole over $11 million from elderly victims across several states,…
Toms River Residents Enjoy Summer Concert Series at Shelter Cove Beach
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents gathered at Shelter Cove Beach for the fifth show in the Toms River Summer Concert Series, featuring AUSTIN CITY NIGHTS. The event, presented by Mayor Dan Rodrick…
Maryland and Florida Residents Indicted for $10 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Omolere Omomowo, 43, of Laurel, Maryland, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, along with five “community support workers” (CSWs), has been indicted on charges of defrauding the D.C. Medicaid program of…
Former Facility Manager Pleads Guilty to Grand Larceny for Stealing from Residents
Suffolk County, NY – Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Desiree Etheridge, 50, of North Carolina, and former facility manager at Eden II in Saint James, has pleaded guilty…
Toms River Bayfront Concert Series Attracts Large Crowd, Delivers Big Fun For Residents
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council hosted a spectacular evening at Shelter Cove on Wednesday, transforming the picturesque bayfront into a vibrant hub…
Frostburg Residents Urged to Conserve Water Amid Drought
FROSTBURG, Md. — The City of Frostburg is calling on residents to begin voluntary water conservation efforts in response to ongoing drought conditions and declining water levels at Piney Reservoir. City officials…
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