Fire at Newark home leaves 25 people displaced; 3 injured
A four-alarm fire ripped through a nine-unit residential building in Newark’s Ironbound neighborhood on Sunday, leaving 25 residents displaced and two firefighters injured.
FBI: 2 of 4 escaped ICE detainees from Newark captured
Two of the four detainees who broke through a wall and escaped from a federal immigration detention center in Newark have been captured, the FBI says.
Sinkhole on I-287 stirs more highway troubles in Morris County
Yet another sinkhole has opened under a highway in Morris County, causing headaches for travelers and adding to headaches for crews trying to shore up some of New Jersey’s busiest roadways.
14-year-old suspect charged with fatal Newark police shooting
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with murder in the fatal shooting in Newark on Friday of Detective Joseph Azcona. The teen is also facing charges of attempted murder and illegal weapon possession.
ICE defends raid on Haddon Township restaurant amid criticism
One of the owners of a Turkish restaurant in Haddon Township is still in custody after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided the restaurant on Tuesday. Emine Emanet remains in custody while her husband Celal Emanet was released with an ankle monitor.
Sober socializing, a growing movement in New Jersey
“Dry January,” when some people take a month-long break from alcohol consumption, perhaps prompted by holiday excess, is a long-established tradition. But so-called sober socializing — for people who are looking to socialize anytime without alcohol as part of the mix — is a growing trend, including in New Jersey.
Car Stolen As Driver Delivered Food In Waretown: Police
A vehicle left running in the CVS parking lot was stolen on New Year’s Day while the driver delivered food to an employee, police said.
Ida In NJ: At Least 23 Deaths, 3 Tornadoes Confirmed
Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday night, saying he would send a major disaster declaration request to FEMA later Thursday. At least 23 individuals were reported dead as of Thursday afternoon, according to the governor. I am saddened to report that, as of right now, at least 23 New Jerseyans have lost their life to this storm.The majority of these deaths were individuals who got caught in their vehicles by flooding and were overtaken by the water. Our prayers are with t...
Lacey Mechanic Revives Vintage Typewriters From His Home
Ian McAndrew, a 39-year-old artist and mechanic, began restoring and selling vintage typewriters for fun a few years ago. Now his passion has evolved into an online store and Etsy shop. Iron Fox Typewriters is a one-man operation run out of McAndrew’s home workshop in Lacey. He has shipped typewriters and merchandise to people around the world, serving customers from the United States, South America, Europe and Australia.
NJ Congressman Calls On Biden To Resign Over Afghanistan Crisis
Rep. Jeff Van Drew called the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan "one of the most embarrassing days we've had in our country."
Pierogie Place Expands Beyond Boardwalk Food In Ocean City
The Pierogie Place serves boiled pierogies that are filled with potatoes and paired with an array of flavors, like cheese, onions and sauerkraut. Their sweet pierogies are stuffed with strawberries, blueberries or sweet cheese. After opening their first Pierogie Place in Wildwood last summer, they expanded into Ocean City to open a second restaurant at 1348 Boardwalk in June.
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing On Ocean City Bridge
An 18-year-old pilot flying a banner plane landed safely on the Ninth Street Bridge in Ocean City on Monday after experiencing engine trouble.
Father Charged With Abusing 6-Year-Old Son Released Pending Trial
A Barnegat man was released from jail Friday pending trial on charges that he endangered his deceased son two weeks before the boy's death.
Central Regional Wrestler Continues Family Legacy At Lakewood HS
As the lone wrestler on the girls team, Hahn’s only opportunity to wrestle competitively was during large-scale tournaments, which seemed unlikely to happen at the beginning of the season. Hahn is a sophomore, a two-time regional champion and the third generation of wrestlers in her family. Seeing that she would have few opportunities to showcase her skills this season, the school administration stepped in.
Compassion Café In LBI Provides Jobs To People With Special Needs
A new nonprofit on Long Beach Island will provide hands-on work experience to adolescents and adults with special needs beginning this spring.
Peace Sign Of Shells Keeps On Growing In Ocean City
When it came time to take down the Christmas tree on the North Street beach, Sue McElwee felt sad. The tree McElwee’s family decorated on the beach became a landmark to her family and many other Ocean City residents.
