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Maryland man takes home $1M from vending machine scratch

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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SILVER SPRING, MD — A Silver Spring resident won a $1 million top prize on a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased from a local convenience store, officials confirmed Wednesday.

The man, a U.S. citizen originally from Ethiopia, bought the winning “$20 Gold Rush 777” ticket at Hillandale Beer & Wine on New Hampshire Avenue. After scratching the ticket and scanning it, he saw the $1 million prize and waited until the end of the workday to share the news with his wife.

The winner opted to remain anonymous when claiming the prize. He told the Maryland Lottery that he began playing after moving to the U.S. in 2017, learning about the games from family and friends.

The timing of the win coincides with the couple’s recent home purchase. They plan to use part of the prize for home updates and the rest as financial security for the future.

The man claimed the prize at Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore, accompanied by his brother. The retailer will receive a $1,000 bonus commission for selling the winning ticket.

One top prize still unclaimed in Gold Rush 777 game

The “Gold Rush 777” game launched in May and originally offered four $1 million top prizes. With this win, only one top prize remains unclaimed. The game also has two $50,000 second-tier prizes and 42 of 91 $10,000 prizes still available, according to the Maryland Lottery.

Players have until December 29 to claim any winnings from the game. The odds of winning any prize are 1 in 3.04.

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Endangered teen missing from Haymarket home, police say

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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HAYMARKET, VA — Authorities in Prince William County are searching for a missing 14-year-old girl who is now considered endangered, police announced Wednesday.

Emma Elise Anderson was last seen in the early morning hours of June 1 after leaving her home on Admiral Baker Circle in Haymarket. Investigators said new information has emerged during the ongoing search, leading them to classify her case as endangered.

Anderson is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 102 pounds, with long blonde hair, brown eyes, and pierced ears.

Police have not released details about the circumstances that led to her disappearance or why she is considered at risk. Detectives continue to follow leads in the effort to locate her.

Community urged to help locate missing teen

The Prince William County Police Department is asking anyone with information about Anderson’s whereabouts to call 703-792-6500 or contact their local law enforcement agency.

Search efforts remain active, and authorities have not indicated whether foul play is suspected.

A 14-year-old girl from Haymarket remains missing as police intensify efforts to locate her following an endangered person alert.

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DC man charged after brutal attack leaves victim injured

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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WASHINGTON, DC — A man was arrested over the weekend in connection with a violent assault that left another man seriously injured in Southeast, authorities said.

The incident unfolded around 4:00 p.m. Saturday in the 1100 block of 2nd Place, Southeast, where officers responded to reports of an assault. When they arrived, they found an adult male victim suffering from significant injuries.

The victim was taken to a nearby hospital by DC Fire and EMS crews. Officials said the injuries were serious but not life-threatening.

Investigators quickly determined the suspect and victim knew each other and that the incident stemmed from a personal dispute. The altercation reportedly escalated before turning physical.

The suspect was arrested on the scene without further incident.

Suspect faces aggravated assault charge

The man taken into custody was identified as 48-year-old Christopher Moore of Southeast DC. He was charged with Aggravated Assault, police confirmed Tuesday.

The case remains under active investigation, and no additional suspects are being sought at this time.

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Cops trying to ID child found alone in Maryland street

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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UPDATE: The child has been identified and parents have been located. 

CALVERTON, MD — Montgomery County authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a young child who was found alone Wednesday morning in a residential neighborhood.

The child, believed to be about 3 or 4 years old, was located at approximately 10:25 a.m. in the 12500 block of Galway Drive in Calverton, police said.

He is described as approximately 3 feet 6 inches tall, weighing 40 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. The boy was found unaccompanied, and officers have so far been unable to locate his guardians or family members.

The Montgomery County Department of Police released a photograph of the child and is urging anyone with information about his identity or the whereabouts of his family to contact them immediately.

Community urged to assist in identification efforts

As of Wednesday afternoon, no relatives or guardians had come forward. Police are continuing to canvass the area and speak with residents in an effort to determine how the child came to be alone.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency line at (301) 279-8000, which operates 24 hours a day.

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Two arrested after armed carjacking and high-speed chase ends in DC

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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WASHINGTON, DC — A dramatic carjacking turned multi-agency vehicle pursuit ended with the arrest of two suspects after they allegedly stole a car at gunpoint in Northeast last week.

Around 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, a victim was confronted by two individuals while exiting a vehicle in the 1300 block of E Street, Northeast. One of the suspects displayed a firearm and demanded the victim’s belongings before fleeing the scene in the stolen car.

The suspects were quickly tracked with help from surveillance and aerial units. MPD’s Real Time Crime Center coordinated with the department’s helicopter, Falcon 1, and shared information with Prince George’s County Police.

A short time later, Prince George’s officers located the stolen vehicle and followed it back into the District, initiating a pursuit that ended in the 2000 block of Bruce Place, Southeast. Officers from both jurisdictions closed in on the suspects and took them into custody without incident.

Authorities identified the suspects as 19-year-old Jabari Brown of Northwest DC and a 15-year-old male from Suitland, Maryland. Both face charges of Armed Carjacking (Gun).

Pursuit crosses jurisdictions before arrests made

The chase and arrest involved coordination between MPD’s Violent Crime Suppression Division, Seventh District officers, and Prince George’s County Police. The vehicle was safely recovered following the arrests.

No injuries were reported in connection with the carjacking or the pursuit. The investigation remains active, and police say additional charges may be considered.

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$100K ticket bought at supermarket leaves winner stunned

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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EAST HARTFORD, CT — A winning Cash5 ticket worth $100,000 was sold at the Stop & Shop supermarket on Main Street in East Hartford, lottery officials confirmed Wednesday.

The lucky ticket was purchased for Tuesday’s Cash5 drawing and correctly matched all five winning numbers. It was bought at Stop & Shop #631, located near the Glastonbury town line.

The Connecticut Lottery Corporation listed the win on its official website, marking the prize as claimed by a player from Glastonbury. The name of the winner has not been released as of Wednesday morning.

Cash5 is one of the Connecticut Lottery’s daily draw games. To win the top prize, a player must match all five drawn numbers, which are selected from a pool of 35. The game costs $1 per play.

Lottery winners in Connecticut are public by default, although they may take steps to claim through a trust to maintain privacy.

Connecticut Lottery notes growing Cash5 interest

This win is one of several large Cash5 prizes awarded in recent weeks across the state. In May, multiple six-figure winners were recorded in Bridgeport and Waterbury.

Stop & Shop is expected to receive a retailer bonus from the Connecticut Lottery for selling the winning ticket, though the amount has not yet been disclosed.

Cash5 drawings are held nightly at approximately 10:29 p.m. ET and are broadcast online and on select local TV stations.

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Man shot multiple times behind apartment in Trinidad

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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WASHINGTON, DC – A 33-year-old man was fatally shot Monday evening in the rear of a residential block in the Trinidad neighborhood of Northeast Washington.

Officers from the Fifth District responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 7:52 p.m. in the 1200 block of Raum Street NE. At the scene, they found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS transported the man to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

The victim has been identified as Kalil Jerald Brown of Northeast, D.C.

The shooting is under active investigation. Police are urging anyone with information to call (202) 727-9099 or text the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

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Truck payoff coming after $100K Maryland Lottery win

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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EASTON, MD – A Delaware man claimed a $100,000 top prize on a Maryland Lottery scratch-off after a spontaneous purchase at a convenience store in Easton.

The winner bought the $10 Money Rush scratch-off ticket at U5 Foods, located at 8117 Ocean Gateway, while stopping by to pick up a friend. The decision to buy the ticket was made just as he was leaving the store.

The certified nursing assistant, who resides in Delaware, scratched the ticket shortly after and revealed the six-figure prize. He confirmed the win and shared the news with his brother.

The winning ticket marks one of the top prizes available in the Money Rush game, which launched in July 2024. As of June 3, four $100,000 prizes remain unclaimed, along with three $50,000 and thirteen $10,000 prizes.

U5 Foods will receive a $1,000 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling the winning ticket.

The winner indicated he plans to pay off his truck with the prize money.

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Teen shot and killed in D.C. home

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – An 18-year-old man was found fatally shot inside a Southeast Washington residence late Monday afternoon, prompting a homicide investigation by city authorities.

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sixth District responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 5:54 p.m. in the 1800 block of Q Street, Southeast. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound inside a home.

Personnel from DC Fire and EMS assessed the victim but found no signs of life. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Darrell Anderson, 18, of Southeast, D.C.

Police have not announced any arrests or released details about a possible motive. The case remains under active investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the case.

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Montgomery County CVS clerk sells $3 million lottery ticket

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
By: Local News Report

LANSDALE, PA – A CVS store in Montgomery County has sold a Pennsylvania Lottery scratch-off ticket worth $3 million, officials confirmed Wednesday.

The $3,000,000 Golden Ticket was purchased at the CVS located at 548 Doylestown Road in Lansdale. The retailer will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.

The scratch-off is a $30 game offering multiple top prizes of $3 million. Prizes must be claimed within one year of the game’s official end-sale date.

The Lottery emphasized that tickets are distributed randomly, and neither retailers nor the Lottery know where winning tickets will be sold until they are claimed.

All prizes over $5,000 are subject to applicable tax withholdings.

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Deployed sailor comes home to find dog given away and pleads for his return

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A U.S. Navy sailor from New Jersey is making a public plea for the return of his dog after learning the pet was given away without his knowledge while he was deployed on active duty.

Paulo Silva, who recently returned from a combat deployment aboard the USS Harry S. Truman, says he came home to find that his dog, Archie, had been rehomed without his consent. Silva shared the emotional letter publicly, appealing directly to the family now caring for the dog.

“This dog isn’t just a pet to me. He is my heart, my companion, and a piece of my soul that helped carry me through some of the hardest times in my life,” Silva wrote. “We’ve been through everything together—before my deployment, during training, and through the toughest emotional battles.”

Silva stated that he was unaware of any decision to rehome Archie and was not given an opportunity to be informed or to say goodbye. He believes the dog may currently be in the Toms River area.

In his message, Silva expressed appreciation for the care Archie has likely received from the new owners, but emphasized that the situation unfolded without his involvement or approval. “I left for duty trusting that my dog would be waiting for me when I came home,” he wrote.

Veteran requests conversation with current caretakers

Silva is now asking the family who has Archie to contact him directly and consider a possible reunion. He says he is willing to travel, discuss the situation openly, and work toward a resolution.

“If you are reading this, I hope you can find it in your heart to reach out to me,” Silva said. “Let’s talk. I’m more than willing to come to you, to help in any way, and to be open about what happened and how we can make it right.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Silva directly at Paulosilvanavy@gmail.com.

The sailor says he is not pursuing the matter out of resentment, but as a deeply personal effort to recover what he considers a vital part of his life.

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Jackson Township begins bulk pickup for Zone 3 as DPW outlines curbside rules

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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JACKSON, N.J. — The Department of Public Works has started bulky waste pickup this week in Zone 3 of Jackson Township, covering the northeast section bordered by County Line Road, Bennetts Mills Road, Cedar Swamp Road, and East Commodore Boulevard.

Residents in Zone 3 are permitted to place bulk waste at the curb up to 48 hours before their scheduled pickup. Materials must be stacked neatly and should not exceed a 4-foot by 4-foot by 8-foot pile. Items outside these specifications or improperly contained may not be collected.

Acceptable curbside items include furniture, appliances, bedding, pool covers, and metal objects, provided they are generated by the homeowner. Dark plastic bags, hazardous materials, and construction debris are not allowed, and smaller items such as broken toys and light bulbs should be placed in household garbage.

Public Works supervisor Sean Bollinsky said that department has deployed between twelve to fifteen workers each day to complete the job, but added that some residents not following the rules has caused slight delays.

Those rules can be found here. (https://www.jacksontwpnj.net/214/Bulky-Brush-Pick-Up)

“There has been an increase in construction debris, and we ask that residents go to the township website to read the rules,” he said, noting thatconstruction debris is not permitted. Residents with construction debris may drop it off at the township’s recycling transfer station on Don Connor Boulevard. A construction voucher is required prior to arrival.

Information regarding construction debris removal can be found here. (https://www.jacksontwpnj.net/212/Transfer-Station)

The township has emphasized that this service is not intended for full property cleanouts by landlords or contractors. For those needing to dispose of larger volumes, bulky waste can be dropped off at the Don Connor Boulevard recycling center. Brush may be brought to the Vista Center site at 334 Jackson Mills Road.

Violations of the ordinance will be addressed in two phases. “Any resident violating the provisions of this article shall be issued a warning notice by the Department of Public Works and/or Code Enforcement upon the first offense,” according to township guidelines. A second offense may result in a fine of up to $500.

Clear guidelines for residents

Officials remind residents that failure to comply with guidelines may delay or prevent pickup. All materials must be placed curbside in accordance with township specifications and only within the designated time frame.

Bulk waste pickup will continue through the coming weeks, moving through designated township zones in accordance with the published calendar.

June’s Bulk Pickup Schedule (See Map Below).

June 9: Zone 4 Brush Pickup
June 16: Zone 2 Bulk Pickup
June 23: Zone 3 Brush Pickup
June 30: Zone 1 Bulk Pickup

Jackson Township enforces strict rules during its annual bulk pickup effort to maintain order and protect public works resources.

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Elderly Georgia Woman Still in Shock After Being Charged $2,201 by Shady PAC Founded by Bill Spadea

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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ATLANTA, GA — An 85-year-old Georgia woman who previously said she had never heard of New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea has continued to be billed for campaign donations by his political group, months after her concerns were first reported.

Margaret McLendon, a retired state worker from Georgia’s Division of Family & Children Services, originally told Politico in February that she was shocked to learn she had donated $590 to Spadea’s campaign through multiple contributions.

“It bothers me a lot. I don’t remember him … [I]t’s my personal money and my funds are limited,” she said at the time.

According to an article published by Politico:

Margaret McLendon, a retiree from Georgia, didn’t recall ever hearing the name Bill Spadea, a Republican candidate for governor in New Jersey.

So McLendon, 85, was surprised to learn from a reporter that she donated six times to Spadea’s campaign since October, for a total of $590.

”I don’t understand it,” McLendon, who’s had a long career in Georgia’s Division of Family & Children Services, said in a phone interview. “It bothers me a lot. I don’t remember him … [I]t’s my personal money and my funds are limited. In fact, I’m totally out right now.”

Despite that, new records show that Spadea’s Common Sense Club, a non-profit operating identically to a political PAC, continued charging McLendon’s credit card for a total of $2,201 through recurring payments.

The elderly woman still has no idea who Bill Spadea is.

So sad. @BillSpadea is still taking money from an 85 yo GA woman’s bank account to the tune of $2200. Reported by @MattFriedmanNJ in Feb. this is downright despicable. She never heard of bill spadea. pic.twitter.com/wCDKxk9OOj

— Shore News Network (@ShoreNewsNJ) May 29, 2025

The Common Sense Club, which has positioned itself as a grassroots conservative movement, has faced mounting scrutiny over its spending practices. Rather than funding downballot candidates as originally pledged, the nonprofit political group has routed more than $225,000 to BillSpadea.Com LLC, a limited liability company owned by Spadea himself.

Spadea campaign manager Tom Bonfonti did not reply for comment when asked about these recurring, and increasing transactions.

Elizabeth Nader, who took over the organization following Spadea’s formal entry into the governor’s race, acknowledged the payments. “That was before he announced he was running for governor,” she said in a press release regarding the LLC payouts.

Non Profit “Pseudo-PAC” also employed convicted felon with ties to both parties

Spadea’s financial decisions have also drawn attention for employing George Gilmore, a former Ocean County GOP chairman convicted on federal tax charges in 2019. Gilmore currently remains on the non-profit’s payroll while also consulting for a Democrat-run lobbying firm led by Philip Norcross, brother of South Jersey Democratic powerbroker George Norcross.

Gilmore’s political affiliations have spanned both major parties. Before his current position, he was partners with New Jersey Democratic State Chairman LeRoy Jones at the 1868 Public Affairs firm. Despite his criminal conviction, Gilmore has continued to maintain influence in state politics through his consulting work.

Gilmore is often seen as the man behind the green curtain on Spadea’s campaign and is expected to play a major role in Trenton should Spadea defy all odds and win the election in November.

McLendon’s case has reignited concerns about how political groups manage recurring online donations, especially involving elderly contributors who may not fully understand where their money is going. There has been no public response from Spadea or his campaign regarding the continued charges to McLendon’s account.

The elderly woman’s comments are clear. She is being billed in microtransactions by a man in New jersey running for governor in a state nearly 1,000 miles away.

Editorial Note: We get it. Common Sense Club is not a PAC. It’s registered as a non-profit, but since it’s operating to funnel money to political candidates, political power brokers, political consultants, and Bill Spadea’s LLC, we are going to refer to it as a PAC.

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NOAA Says Longterm Environmental Impact of New Jersey’s Offshore Wind Projects Not Certain

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A recent federal symposium has highlighted significant scientific gaps in the ability to assess the environmental impacts of offshore wind development, raising questions about how New Jersey’s rapidly advancing offshore wind projects could affect local marine ecosystems and coastal communities.

At the “State of the Science” symposium on offshore wind last year, officials from the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) presented what they described as serious “constraints” in efforts to build ecosystem models for offshore wind development (OWD).

These findings, disclosed in court filings this week, underscore concerns surrounding current and future offshore wind construction along the New Jersey coast.

According to the agency’s Offshore Wind Energy Branch Chief, federal scientists face a wide range of data limitations, including a lack of regionally specific biological data, insufficient empirical evidence to validate models, and no established systems to monitor socioeconomic impacts. Most existing studies, NOAA officials noted, come from European waters and are not directly comparable to ecosystems off the U.S. Northeast shelf.

Among the specific constraints identified:

  • Limited data to confirm or calibrate environmental models
  • High uncertainty about both individual and cumulative impacts
  • Gaps in knowledge of how offshore wind interacts with other marine stressors
  • Inconsistent monitoring practices and lack of access to private project data

Impact on New Jersey’s offshore wind development

New Jersey is among the most active states in pursuing offshore wind energy, with multiple projects in various stages of development along its coastline. State officials have touted the industry as a key part of the clean energy transition, while environmental advocates and fishing industry representatives have called for greater scrutiny of its potential effects.

The limitations outlined by NOAA Fisheries raise challenges for both regulators and developers tasked with ensuring that wind projects minimize harm to marine ecosystems and coastal communities.

“There is a design challenge,” NOAA said. “grounded in understanding what really is happening in the ocean.”

The findings could complicate ongoing permitting processes and environmental reviews required under federal and state law. Without accurate models, assessments of species impacts, habitat disruption, and cumulative environmental effects remain uncertain.

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Ocean County to host public workshop on roadway safety plan as pedestrian crashes on the rise

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Pedestrian crashes are on the rise in northern Ocean County and tonight, local leaders and the NJTPA is hosting a forum for residents to discuss solutions.

Ocean County officials will hold a public workshop Wednesday evening to present and gather feedback on its Local Safety Action Plan (LSAP), an initiative aimed at improving traffic safety across all 33 municipalities.

The in-person event is scheduled for June 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ocean County Library’s Toms River Branch, located at 101 Washington Street in the Bishop Building. Residents, community members, and stakeholders are invited to learn more about the draft plan and offer input on its proposed safety priorities.

The LSAP is part of a regional initiative supported by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. The plan uses crash data to identify strategic focus areas—known as Emphasis Areas—to reduce roadway injuries and fatalities through targeted solutions.

According to county officials, Aggressive Driving, Intersections, and Pedestrian and Bicyclists were identified as top priority areas for Ocean County, based on a data-driven analysis by local experts and transportation stakeholders.

Workshop aims to build safer roads through public input

The June 4 workshop is part of a broader public engagement effort designed to shape strategies that address traffic-related safety issues. Officials said community involvement is key to identifying local concerns and ensuring the plan reflects the needs of all road users.

Information on the LSAP and public meeting registration is available through the project’s Get Involved section. The event is open to all residents, with opportunities to review recommendations and share concerns directly with the planning team.

County leaders emphasized the importance of resident participation in finalizing the safety priorities before the LSAP is submitted for implementation.

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Teen injured in hit and run crash in Jackson Township, Police Find Drug Paraphernalia

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 47-year-old Spring Lake man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly fleeing the scene of a motor vehicle crash that seriously injured a 16-year-old pedestrian, Aharon ben Sarah, in Jackson Township, authorities said.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Luke Ferrante was charged with knowingly leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash resulting in serious bodily injury, along with possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with the same incident.

Police responded to the area of South New Prospect Road and Citadel Drive at approximately 12:15 p.m. after receiving a report that a pedestrian had been struck. Responding officers found the teenage victim with serious head injuries lying in the roadway. He was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune and is currently listed in stable condition.

A short time later, officers were alerted to a Nissan Altima found on Valley Road, about a half-mile from the scene, where the driver was reportedly slumped over the steering wheel. Upon arrival, police observed extensive front-end damage on the vehicle and identified Ferrante as the driver.

Investigators determined that Ferrante had been traveling northbound on South New Prospect Road when he veered off the road, crossed the white line onto the gravel sidewalk, and struck the victim before leaving the scene. Ferrante was taken into custody without incident.

Blood draw ordered as investigation continues

During the arrest, officers found Ferrante in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was later transported to Monmouth Medical Center-Southern Campus in Lakewood, where authorities obtained a court-authorized blood sample. The results of the blood analysis are pending.

Ferrante was then taken to the Ocean County Jail, where he remains held pending a detention hearing.

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Police find man stabbed to death outside Bronx building

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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BRONX, N.Y. — A 39-year-old man was fatally stabbed outside a residential building in the Bronx early Monday, according to the NYPD.

Officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 12:22 a.m. near 1925 Bathgate Avenue, located within the 48th Precinct. When they arrived, they found the man with stab wounds to the neck and chest.

EMS transported the victim to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The man’s identity has not yet been released, pending family notification.

No arrests have been made as of Tuesday, and police say the investigation is ongoing. Officials have not released details about a possible motive or suspect.

A man was stabbed to death on a Bronx street early Monday, with no arrests yet in the ongoing investigation.

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Sweet surprise as candy shop in Schuylkill County sells $1M lottery ticket

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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FRIEDENSBURG, PA — A Pennsylvania Lottery player is now a millionaire thanks to a scratch-off ticket sold at C&C Candies and Country Store, Inc., located at 1305 Long Run Road in Schuylkill County.

The winning ticket was from the $20 $1 Million Moneybag Crossword game, which features top prizes of $1 million. The retailer will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket.

Scratch-off tickets are randomly distributed, and winning locations are unknown until the prize is claimed. Winners have one year from the game’s end-sale date to claim their prizes.

Lottery officials urge winners to sign the back of their ticket immediately and contact the Lottery at 1-800-692-7481 for claim instructions. Prizes over $5,000 are subject to applicable state and federal tax withholdings.

Details about game rules, prizes, and claiming procedures are available at palottery.com.

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Teen girl accosted on Queens E Train

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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QUEENS, N.Y. — A 16-year-old girl reported being groped while riding a northbound E train in Queens on Wednesday evening, according to police.

The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. in the vicinity of the Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue subway station. The teenager told police an unidentified man pressed his body against her thigh and touched her private area over her clothing.

The suspect exited the train at the Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer subway station and fled the area on foot. Police said the victim was not injured during the encounter.

The man is described as having a dark complexion and was last seen wearing all black clothing — including a jacket, pants, and shoes — and carrying a black book bag.

As of Tuesday, the NYPD had not announced any arrests or identifications related to the incident.

NYPD seeking public assistance

Authorities are asking for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen the individual to contact police.

No additional surveillance footage or further description of the suspect has been released. Investigators are working to determine whether the man may be connected to other incidents.

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Armed trio robs man at Brooklyn playground, one arrested

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 20-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint inside a Brooklyn playground earlier this month, with police confirming one arrest has been made in connection to the case.

The incident occurred around 7:10 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, inside Grace Playground at the corner of Belmont Avenue and New Jersey Avenue. According to police, the victim was approached by three unidentified individuals, one of whom brandished a firearm while the other two flanked him.

The group forcibly removed U.S. currency, iPhones, and other personal items from the victim before fleeing on foot southbound on New Jersey Avenue. No injuries were reported in the incident.

Police later apprehended one of the suspects. The identities of the individuals involved have not been disclosed, and two of the alleged participants remain at large.

The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement continues to search for the remaining suspects and recover the stolen items.

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Grill fire causes $400K in damage to Oakland home, one injured

by Breaking Local News Report June 4, 2025
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OAKLAND, Md. — A one-story home in Garrett County sustained major damage in a structure fire Monday night, leaving one resident injured and causing an estimated $400,000 in property and content losses, according to local fire officials.

The fire was reported at 112 Loch Deer Road at 9:09 p.m. and quickly escalated to a two-alarm response. The Oakland Volunteer Fire Department led the firefighting effort, with 40 firefighters bringing the flames under control within 25 minutes.

The blaze originated on the rear deck of the single-family residence, with investigators determining the preliminary cause to be accidental, stemming from a grill fire. The homeowner, identified as one of the residents, discovered the fire.

Donald and Andrea Shaffer owned and occupied the home. One resident sustained injuries in the incident and was initially transported to Garrett Regional Medical Center. The individual was later flown to West Penn Burn Center for further treatment. The extent of the injuries has not been disclosed.

Smoke alarms were present in the home, though no fire alarm or sprinkler systems were installed. Despite the damage, several pet dogs were able to escape the fire without injury, according to responders.

Red Cross assisting displaced residents

The structure loss was estimated at $300,000, with an additional $100,000 in contents damaged. No arrests were made, and no firefighter injuries were reported.

The American Red Cross is currently assisting the displaced family. “The family is being assisted by the American Red Cross,” the incident report noted.

No further information has been released regarding the injured resident’s condition or recovery timeline.

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Parkville ticket punches $1M payday in Powerball

by Local News Report June 4, 2025
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PARKVILLE, Md. — A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at a Parkville grocery store, marking Maryland’s first seven-figure Powerball win of the year.

The lucky ticket matched the first five numbers in the June 2 drawing — 1, 7, 44, 57 and 61 — but missed the Powerball number 21, securing the second-tier prize. The ticket was purchased at the Safeway located at 8858 Waltham Woods Road in Baltimore County.

The Safeway store receives a $2,500 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling the winning ticket.

The winner has 182 days from the drawing date to claim the prize and must do so through Lottery headquarters at 1800 Washington Blvd. in Baltimore. Appointments are required for in-person claims and must be scheduled in advance.

This win follows a $204.5 million Powerball jackpot claimed in California on May 31. With no jackpot winner in the June 2 drawing, the prize has now rolled to an estimated $30 million for the June 4 drawing.

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Grand jury indicts driver for murder after dragging pedestrian to their death while fleeing crash scene

by Breaking Local News Report June 3, 2025
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QUEENS VILLAGE, N.Y. — A Nassau County man has been indicted on murder and related charges after allegedly running over a pedestrian and dragging him for several blocks while fleeing a collision scene in Queens last December, prosecutors said.

Warren Rollins, 49, of Elmont, was arraigned Monday on a four-count indictment including second-degree murder, manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and leaving the scene of an incident without reporting, according to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz.

The charges stem from a fatal crash on December 10, 2023, when 63-year-old Gary Charlotin was struck by a Toyota Camry while crossing Hempstead Avenue mid-block and thrown into the eastbound lane near 220th Street. Rollins, driving a Chevrolet Traverse, then struck Charlotin a second time, prosecutors said.

Rollins allegedly stopped his vehicle after the impact, and multiple eyewitnesses reportedly told him the victim was pinned under his car. Despite being urged not to move, Rollins is accused of driving away at high speed more than two minutes later, dragging the victim’s body several thousand feet before it became dislodged.

Victim found alive but died at scene

Charlotin was discovered near the Cross Island Parkway overpass, still alive but fatally injured. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.

“This was a horrific death for the victim,” DA Katz said. “The conduct displayed that evening demonstrates a complete disregard for human life.”

Rollins surrendered to police on Monday following a grand jury indictment and is due back in court on July 17. If convicted of the top charge, he faces 25 years to life in prison.

In a related case, Osman Zavala-Varela, 38, of Hempstead, who allegedly struck Charlotin first, has been charged separately with leaving the scene of an incident without reporting and tampering with physical evidence. He is scheduled to appear in court on July 10.

Prosecutors say Rollins ignored warnings that the victim was trapped under his vehicle and drove off, fatally dragging him across Queens Village.

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Restituyo-Garcia pleads guilty to fentanyl trafficking conspiracy

by Breaking Local News Report June 3, 2025
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NEWARK, N.J. — A Paterson man admitted in federal court to conspiring to distribute fentanyl and possessing the drug with intent to distribute, U.S. Attorney Habba announced Tuesday.

Angelo Restituyo-Garcia, 34, pleaded guilty before Senior U.S. District Judge Katharine S. Hayden to two counts: conspiracy to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl, and possession with intent to distribute the same amount, both federal offenses under Title 21.

Federal prosecutors said Restituyo-Garcia worked with others between March and May 2020 to traffic fentanyl. On May 1, 2020, he delivered nearly 500 pills of compressed fentanyl weighing over 50 grams in exchange for $2,750.

Both charges carry a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison, with a maximum potential penalty of 40 years and a $5 million fine.

Sentencing set for October

Sentencing is scheduled for October 1 before Judge Hayden in Newark federal court.

The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Newark Division, led by Special Agent in Charge Cheryl Ortiz, and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Camelia Valdes.

Officials did not release information about any co-conspirators or additional charges stemming from the case.

Restituyo-Garcia admitted to delivering over 50 grams of fentanyl as part of a trafficking scheme disrupted by federal agents.

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Former church bookkeeper pleads guilty to stealing nearly $293K from Morris County parishes

by Breaking Local News Report June 3, 2025
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MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A former parish bookkeeper admitted in court to stealing nearly $293,000 from two Morris County churches over a six-year period, prosecutors said.

Melissa Rivera, 60, of Haskell, pleaded guilty on May 19 to two counts of third-degree theft before Superior Court Judge Robert Hanna, according to Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally.

Rivera worked as a bookkeeper for Our Lady of the Mountain Parish in Washington Township and Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Pompton Plains. Prosecutors said she created 137 unauthorized checks totaling $287,487 at the Washington Township church and another three checks totaling $5,242 at the Pompton Plains location.

The total loss to the parishes amounted to $292,728.

Restitution and sentencing scheduled

Under a plea agreement, the state will recommend a sentence of probation that includes 364 days in the Morris County Correctional Center. Rivera must also repay the full amount stolen to the two parishes as a condition of probation.

The investigation by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit began after a referral from one of the affected parishes, alleging Rivera had written herself numerous checks from church accounts.

Rivera was officially charged on March 27 following the investigation, which found the thefts occurred between May 2018 and May 2024 while she was employed as bookkeeper at both locations.

Judge Hanna is scheduled to sentence Rivera on July 11.

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