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See all homes sold in Monroe in Middlesex County, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Monroe in Middlesex County reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 18 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,443-square-foot home on Leeds Lane in Monroe Township that sold for $551,000.
Burger King Closing 400 Stores; Will Hamilton, NJ Location Reopen?
Have you driven by the Burger King on the corner of Quakerbridge Road and Sloan Avenue in Hamilton Township (Mercer County) lately?. I was shocked to see that it was closed. It looked like it had been knocked down. Then I wondered if there had been a fire. There are big fences up all around it.
Fugitive wanted for alleged role in dismembering Toms River man found in Marlboro
TOMS RIVER — A fugitive wanted for his alleged role in dismembering the body of a local homeowner has been taken into custody in Marlboro, said Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer on Tuesday night. Jared Krysiak, 34, of Brick, was charged Saturday with hindering apprehension and with the desecration of human remains...
Brick Township Man Admits To Having 100+ Grams Of Cocaine, $19K In Cash: Prosecutors
Ezra Wheeler, 27, pleaded guilty on Monday, July 15 to possession of more than one half-ounce but less than five ounces of cocaine with intent to distribute. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer announced the guilty plea in a news release on Tuesday, July 16. Brick Township police established surveillance on...
14-year-old on bike hit by car, seriously injured on N.J. street
A 14-year-old was seriously injured while riding a bike after being struck by a car Saturday night in Mercer County, authorities said. The East Windsor Police Department responded to a reported collision around 9:30 p.m. involving a pickup truck and bicyclist near Twin Rivers Drive North and Ithaca Place, said East Windsor Police Department Lt. Thomas Meyer.
Brick Organizing Cleanup of Little-Known (But Beautiful) Bayfront Spot
Brick officials are organizing the next “Pick Up Brick” environmental cleanup event at an area of open space that is often overlooked by residents as they drive by on the way to the beach. This Saturday, July 20, a community cleanup consisting of local residents as well as...
Brick Man Charged With Burglarizing Three Businesses
A Brick Township man has been charged with burglarizing three township businesses, police announced Tuesday. Todd M. Lansing, 46, of Brick, was initially arrested July 2 and charged with two counts of attempted burglary and one count of burglary to three commercial businesses located within Brick Township. He was also charged with three counts of criminal mischief, two counts of possession of burglary tools and one count of theft.
'And I'm proud of it': Former Brick woman who boasted of role in Capitol riot convicted
A former Brick resident charged in the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol was found guilty at trial of all four counts she faced, according to court records. Anna Lichnowski, 37, who now lives in Florida, was arrested on July 25, 2023, and charged with entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds, disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds, disorderly conduct in a Capitol building, and parading, demonstrating or picketing...
Authorities Investigating Man Found Dead in Lakewood
An investigation is underway after a man was found deceased in Lakewood this afternoon, TLS has learned. The man, who appeared to be homeless, was found along the train tracks (pictured) shortly after 5:00 PM. Lakewood’s Detective Bureau and CSI are investigating the death. Chaveirim was called to assist...
EHT Family Needs Help for Adopted Son Born Drug-Addicted
There is a charity ice hockey game this Sunday to support Cameron Walterson, a 13-year-old Egg Harbor Township boy who is undergoing mental health treatment for traumas he suffered as a child in foster care. The game featuring Atlantic County Police & Fire vs. New Jersey's Strongest is at 1:30...
Freehold Man With 'Fierce Love' For Family, Motorcycles Died In Howell Twp. Crash: Fundraiser
Aaron Aponte, 28, died from his injuries in the crash on Tuesday, July 9, a spokesperson for the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said. It happened at the intersection of Fort Plains Road and Jerry’s Lane at around 4:53 p.m. Investigators said Aponte was riding a Honda GL 1100L motorcycle...
NJ increasing police presence on Parkway, other key roads on Thursday
🚗 The Parkway and AC Expressway are among the roads that will be impacted. Police and road work crews are hitting some key New Jersey routes on Thursday, and the increased activity may slow down your commute. The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced that groups are using July...
Gateway Nails Full Funding for $16B Hudson Tunnel Project
The $16.1-billion Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP) connecting northern New Jersey and Manhattan recently nailed a record $6.9-billion Federal Transit Administration (FTA) capital investment grant plus $4.1 billion in low-interest loans from the Build America Bureau. The project calls for a 2.4-mile rail crossing consisting of a two-tube tunnel between North...
Excessive heat causing NJ Transit delays that could last days
SECAUCUS, N.J. -- NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days. The agency posted on social media overnight, saying the scorching temperatures may impact travel for the next 48 to 72 hours. "Customers may experience delays and it may be necessary to cancel or combine trips," the agency posted. Nine different lines are facing delays for the Wednesday morning commute.Atlantic CityMain-Bergen CountyMontclair-BoontonMorris & EssexNortheast CorridorNorth Jersey CoastPascack ValleyRaritan ValleyRiver LineOfficials say the heat is causing issues to air conditioning units and other electronic components. Maintenance crews are working around the clock to make repairs and restore...
Thousands fewer NJ high schoolers apply for federal college aid
Applications to the problem-plagued FAFSA system are down nearly 10% this year. Kean University senior Kamilla Gell said it would not have been possible for her to attend Kean without financial aid she received through the federal financial aid system known as FAFSA. Now, she is helping high school juniors...
Mega Millions winning numbers, live results for Tuesday’s $226M lottery drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s lottery drawing has jumped to an estimated $226 million with a cash option of $106.9 million. The winning numbers were: 5, 35, 42, 58 and 66. The Mega Ball drawn was 22 with a Megaplier of 2x. No one across the country hit...
N.J. man admits orchestrating $200K car theft ring
An Essex County man admitted Tuesday that he was the orchestrator of theft ring that stole 40 cars in three states, including New Jersey, and sold dozens of them for cash after putting them up for sale online, federal prosecutors said. Warren Guerrier, 47, of Newark, pleaded guilty to conspiracy...
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