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Allegheny County deputies bring holiday joy with ‘Shop With a Sheriff’ event

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 20, 20240

NORTH VERSAILLES, Pa. — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office brought smiles and holiday cheer to 120 children during its annual “Shop With a Sheriff” event at the Walmart in North Versailles, sponsored by Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus. Deputies and officers from North Versailles joined the boys and girls in selecting toys and other items to brighten their holidays. The event also featured festive appearances from Santa Claus and the Grinch, adding to the excitement and joy. “Big thanks to the staff at Walmart North Versailles, store manager Karen Kallam, and the Western Pennsylvania Greater Pittsburgh Toy Run,” the sheriff’s office

Cherry Hill police host 6th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ event for local families

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 15, 20240

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — The Cherry Hill Police Department and Cherry Hill PBA Local 176 held their 6th annual “Shop with a Cop” event on Saturday, providing local families with an opportunity to shop for holiday gifts alongside uniformed officers at the Target Cherry Hill store. The event, aimed at fostering community relationships while helping families in need, was made possible through the support of local organizations, including the Volunteers of America and Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Southern New Jersey. Police officials expressed their gratitude for the partnerships that contributed to the day’s success. Local businesses also played

Toms River police participate in ‘Shop With a Cop’ events to spread holiday cheer

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 12, 20240

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Officers from the Toms River Police Department joined local children and families for two “Shop With a Cop” events this past weekend at Walmart and Target, the department announced. The events were organized in partnership with Ocean Inc. Community Action Partnership and the New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P). Officers helped children pick out holiday gifts, creating positive connections between law enforcement and the community. “Shop With a Cop” programs are designed to bring holiday cheer to families in need while fostering trust and goodwill between police officers

NYPD seeks public’s help in identifying suspects in Bronx smoke shop burglary

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 10, 20240

NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals wanted in connection with a burglary at a smoke shop in the Bronx. According to police, at approximately 1:40 a.m. on Monday, September 2, 2024, two unknown suspects forcibly entered the shop located at 330 East Gun Hill Road. The individuals gained access by breaking through a side wall and removed an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the scene on foot. The incident occurred within the confines of the 52nd Precinct. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects

Lindenwold Police Seek to Identify Suspect in Auto Shop Theft

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 5, 20240

LINDENWOLD, N.J. — Police are searching for a man who allegedly stole a vehicle key from Glen Oaks Auto on North Berlin Road on September 3, 2024. According to the Lindenwold Police Department, the suspect entered the shop asking to use the restroom, and after being allowed to do so, lingered in the lobby, claiming he was “just getting air.” Later, it was discovered that a key to a vehicle was missing. Upon reviewing surveillance footage, the suspect was seen walking behind the counter and taking the key. Authorities have released images of the suspect from the surveillance video and

Hometown Hero: How Jersey Mike’s Went from Small-Town Sub Shop to Nationwide Brand

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 31, 20240

Growing up in a small town often means everyone knows your name, and that’s especially true for Peter Cancro, the man behind Jersey Mike’s. In a place where the summers are bustling and the local sub shop is a cornerstone of the community, Cancro’s story began. But it was a stroke of small-town luck that set him on the path to building a nationwide sandwich empire now celebrated in Forbes magazine. Back in the day, when Cancro was just a senior in high school, Jersey Mike’s was simply known as Mike’s Subs—a local spot where beachgoers and residents alike could

Strong-Arm Robbery at Hanover Cigar Shop Under Investigation

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 19, 20240

HANOVER, Md. — Authorities are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred at a Hanover business on Sunday afternoon, where four male suspects assaulted an employee and stole items from the store. The incident took place at approximately 2:00 p.m. on Aug. 18 at the Cigar and Smoke shop. According to police, four suspects entered the store and began stealing merchandise. During the theft, one of the suspects assaulted an employee before all four fled the scene. Officers were alerted to the theft complaint later that day, and an investigation is now underway. Police are continuing to search for the suspects

Homeland Security Raids New York Smoke Shop

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 10, 20240

HAVERSTRAW, NY — Authorities from Rockland County, along with state and federal agencies, conducted a coordinated search warrant execution at a local smoke shop located at 48 Broadway in the Village of Haverstraw. The operation took place under the direction of the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, and other state and local enforcement units. District Attorney Tom Walsh commented on the operation, stating, “Today’s action sends a clear message that all business in Rockland must be conducted lawfully.” The raid follows multiple public complaints, prompting a thorough investigation by several agencies including the New York State Tax

Woodmere Stop & Shop Sells $20K TAKE 5 Ticket

Local News ReportAugust 3, 20240

WOODMERE, NY – A top-prize winning ticket for the August 1 TAKE 5 MIDDAY drawing has been sold at the Stop & Shop located at 253-01 Rockaway Boulevard in Woodmere. The ticket is valued at $19,695. TAKE 5 numbers are selected from a pool ranging from one to 39, with drawings broadcasted twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prize from the New York Lottery.

Long Beach Men Arrested for Drug Trafficking from Auto Upholstery Shop

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 27, 20240

LOS ANGELES – Hector Valle, 48, and Efren Sanchez, 52, both from Long Beach, were arrested today, charged with operating a drug trafficking operation from a Gardena auto upholstery shop. The duo faces an 11-count indictment for distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine, and for firearm offenses. Arrested earlier this morning, Valle and Sanchez are slated for arraignment later today in United States District Court in downtown Los Angeles. The charges include conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine and being felons in possession of firearms. Valle also faces additional charges related to cocaine distribution and possessing firearms during a drug trafficking crime.

Delaware State Police Arrest Teens in Wilmington Smoke Shop Burglary

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 20, 20240

WILMINGTON, DE – Two teenagers have been arrested by the Delaware State Police following a burglary at Z Smoke Land, a smoke shop located at 5337 Limestone Road in Wilmington. The incident occurred early on the morning of July 15, 2024. At around 3:58 a.m., state troopers responded to a burglary report at the business. Upon arrival, they found one suspect behind the shopping center. Despite multiple verbal commands to stop, the suspect, a 15-year-old male from Newark, attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended with the help of a police K9. This suspect was then taken to a local

Suspect Arrested in Philadelphia Pizza Shop Shooting

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 19, 20240

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A shooting inside a pizza shop in Philadelphia’s 35th District has resulted in one injury and an arrest. The incident occurred at approximately 7:18 PM at a location on the 4900 block of Rising Sun Avenue. A 23-year-old male was shot once in the left knee and was quickly transported to Temple Hospital by Medic 45. He is currently in stable condition. Authorities secured the scene and have taken a male suspect into custody; a firearm was also recovered at the location. The police are continuing their investigation and will provide updates once the charging process for

Stop and Shop to Shut Down 18 Stores in New York and New Jersey by November

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 12, 20240

Stop & Shop to Close 32 Underperforming Stores by Year-End NEW YORK, NY – Stop & Shop announced plans to close 32 underperforming stores by the end of the year, with nearly two dozen of the closures occurring in the tri-state area. The company stated that all affected stores will cease operations on or before November 2. 18 of those closure were reported in New York and New Jersey. New Jersey will see the closure of 10 Stop & Shop locations. The affected stores are: In New York, the closures include: Additional closures are planned in Massachusetts and Rhode Island,

Bronx Shop Sells Winning TAKE 5 Ticket Worth Over $34K

Local News ReportJuly 3, 20240

New York, NY – A Bronx grocery store has become the lucky location for a top-prize TAKE 5 ticket from the New York Lottery’s July 1 evening drawing. The winning ticket, valued at $34,333, was purchased at 965 Castillo Meat & Produce, located at 965 E 172nd Street. TAKE 5 players select five numbers from a pool of 1 to 39, with drawings held twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prizes.

Attempted Robbery at Roosevelt Avenue Smoke Shop

Breaking Local News ReportJune 21, 20240

NEW YORK, NY – An attempted robbery occurred inside a smoke shop at 78-01 Roosevelt Avenue on Wednesday evening. At around 8:15 PM, two unidentified individuals entered the store and confronted a 21-year-old male employee. The suspects jumped over the counter, threatened the employee by simulating a firearm, and attempted to steal property from the store. However, they fled the scene on foot without taking any items. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. The police are actively seeking information on the suspects’ whereabouts and encourage anyone with knowledge of the event to come forward.

Stop and Shop Closing Stores, One Confirmed in New Jersey: Here’s What We Know

Breaking Local News ReportJune 19, 20240

Jackson Stop & Shop to Close Due to Poor Performance JACKSON, NJ – Stop & Shop has announced it will be closing several stores in the New York and New Jersey region this year, but so far, details are limited. What we do know is that one Ocean County store has begun to let its customers know it is on the list. Stop & Shop announced the upcoming closure of its Jackson supermarket, located at 2275 West County Line Road. The decision, revealed on Friday, stems from the store’s failure to meet financial expectations. The supermarket, which occupies 67,112 square

Attempted Robbery at Smoke Shop on Saint Nicholas Avenue

Breaking Local News ReportJune 18, 20240

NEW YORK, NY — New York City Police are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred at a smoke shop located at 1222 Saint Nicholas Avenue. The incident took place on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at around 1:27 PM. An unidentified man approached a 27-year-old female employee through a protective glass window. He displayed a firearm and demanded merchandise while attempting to access the area behind the register. Unable to gain entry, the suspect left the store empty-handed and fled northbound on Saint Nicholas Avenue. The suspect is described as having a medium complexion, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing

Hicksville Shop Sells Life-Changing Lottery Ticket

Local News ReportJune 15, 20240

Hicksville, NY – The New York Lottery has announced that a second-prize-winning CASH4LIFE ticket worth $1,000 a week for life was sold in Hicksville for the June 12 drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at Lovely Cards & Gifts, located at 416 S Oyster Bay Rd. This prize guarantees a minimum of $1,000,000. CASH4LIFE numbers are drawn from a field of 1 to 60, with the Cash Ball drawn from a separate field of 1 to 4. Drawings take place daily at approximately 9 p.m. Lottery draw game prizes can be claimed up to one year from the date of

Toy Store Chain Opens Shop in Jackson

Breaking Local News ReportJune 5, 20240

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Township now has a toy store. It’s been a while since the Jackson Hobby Shop closed its doors, but a New York-based chain, Toys2Discover is now open in the Brook Plaza shopping center. Toys2Discover has locations in Lakewood, Brooklyn, and Monroe, New York. They offer a wide selection of toys for children of all ages, musical toys, learning toys, children’s books, and popular brands such as Fisher-Price and Playmobil. They also sell puzzles, building blocks, dolls, arts and crafts kits, and other toys you would expect.

Dover Teens Arrested and Released for Series of Vape Shop Burglaries

Breaking Local News ReportJune 4, 20240

DOVER, DE — Early Sunday morning, Dover Police arrested two local teenagers following an attempted burglary at Dragon Land Smoke Shop on Forrest Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 2:31 AM, with police quickly responding to an alarm activation at the shop. Upon arrival, officers found the shop’s front glass broken, although entry had not been successfully made. Surveillance footage helped police identify the suspects, leading to a brief chase in the vicinity. A 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old male were apprehended, while a third suspect managed to escape. Further investigation linked the 16-year-old to additional incidents, including two burglaries

Morris County Smoke Shop Sells $295K Jersey Cash 5

Local News ReportJune 4, 20240

TRENTON, NJ – There was a lucky ticket that matched all of the five numbers drawn to win the $295,481 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot for the June 3rd, drawing. The winning Jersey Cash 5 numbers were: 01, 04, 08, 09 and 12 and the XTRA number was: 03. Randolph News & Smoke Shop, 146 Center Grove Rd., Randolph in Morris County will receive a bonus check for $2,000 for the winning ticket sold.

Traffic Alert: Lane Closure on Shelton Shop Road Due to Accident

Breaking Local News ReportMay 29, 20240

STAFFORD COUNTY, VA—The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office has issued a traffic alert following an accident that occurred earlier today at 78 Shelton Shop Road. One lane of the road is currently closed to traffic. Fortunately, there have been no injuries reported in connection with the accident. However, authorities anticipate an extended cleanup period. Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area and to watch for police directing traffic. The public is encouraged to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid delays.

Albany Shop Sells $50K Winning Powerball Ticket

Local News ReportMay 28, 20240

ALBANY, NY — The New York Lottery has confirmed that a third-prize-winning Powerball ticket from the May 25 drawing was sold in Albany. The ticket, worth $50,000, was purchased at Stewart’s Shops located at 482 Albany-Shaker Rd. Powerball numbers are drawn from two sets: the white balls from one to 69, and the red Power Ball from one to 26. Drawings are held three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM.

Baldwinsville Shop Sells Winning TAKE 5 Ticket Worth Over $34K

Local News ReportMay 24, 20240

BALDWINSVILLE, NY – The New York Lottery has confirmed that a top-prize TAKE 5 ticket from the May 23 evening drawing was sold at Kinney Drugs in Baldwinsville. The winning ticket is valued at $34,391.50. TAKE 5 drawings are held daily, with opportunities to win at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Lottery enthusiasts have a year from the date of the draw to claim prizes from any draw game.

NYC Shop Worker Slashed With Razor Knife Trying to Stop Shoplifter

Breaking Local News ReportMay 23, 20240

NEW YORK, NY—The NYPD is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a violent theft on Tuesday, May 21, at a store located at 610 6th Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 8:15 PM, where the suspect was involved in a confrontation that escalated to violence. An unknown male entered the store and began stealing items. When a 24-year-old male employee intervened to retrieve the stolen goods, the suspect brandished a razor blade, slashing the employee’s left hand. After the assault, the assailant fled the scene on foot, heading northbound on 6th Avenue. The injured employee was