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The Most ‘Unsafe’ Towns in New Jersey are Surprising and Concerning
New Jersey is known for its proximity to major cities and diverse communities. There are many pluses and some downsides, too. Some New Jersey towns experience higher crime rates compared to others. Several cities in the state have gained notoriety for being among the most unsafe, mainly due to higher...
Trick-or-Treating in New Jersey is Dead
I am a traditionist by nature. Some people say that change is inevitable, but sometimes it isn't. Sometimes, if something works, there's no need for change. Let it be. I used to feel this way about Halloween and trick-or-treating. So many of us have participated in the ritual of dressing...
2 juvenile corrections officers charged with assaulting resident in South Jersey
The New Jersey Attorney General's Office charged two juvenile justice senior corrections officers with sexually assaulting a female resident.Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced the charges on Tuesday against 53-year-old Gary Nieves and 35-year-old William Young.Investigators say Nieves and Young had unlawful sexual contact with the alleged victim at the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility in Bordentown, Burlington County back in August.The suspects each face up to 10 years in prison if convicted."We will not tolerate people in positions of power using their authority to abuse those in their care. The allegations facing these officers, that they preyed on a young person who was in their custody, warrant serious consequences," said Platkin in a statement.
What $300,000 or less gets you in Mercer County, Oct. 21 to 27
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between Oct. 21 and Oct. 27. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Mercer County, all of which featured homes under $300,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top...
New Facebook scam hits NJ victims — NJ Top News
LIVINGSTON — A major wildfire in Essex County has consumed 140 acres of land amid one of the driest months in New Jersey's history. Dubbed the Industrial Wildfire, it broke out Saturday afternoon in Livingston near Route 10 and Eisenhower Parkway. It was 90% contained as of Sunday night.
Man gets only 19 years in prison for fatal stabbing, assault in Wildwood, NJ
A Mercer County man will spend less than 20 years in prison for fatally stabbing a teenager in Wildwood during the summer of 2023. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland says DaJohn Taylor of Hightstown was convicted of aggravated manslaughter and aggravated assault in connection to the death of 19-year-old Kaiden Braithwaite and the assault of his cousin, Mikal.
New Jersey State Police looking to hire more dispatchers
New Jersey residents have a chance this weekend to be in the running for a secure state job. The New Jersey State Police Communications Bureau is looking to add more public safety Telecommunicator Trainees, also commonly known as dispatchers. Training would be provided to those asked to join its locations in Atlantic, Mercer, Passaic and Middlesex counties.
NN man cleared of NJ traffic tickets with help from WAVY
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — They were the words that Michael Rodriguez was longing to hear for more than a year. “I am dismissing [the three] tickets against you,” the judge said in Pennington, N.J. court Oct. 17. “Thank you very much for your patience and cooperation.” It took a lot of patience on his […]
Trenton-Mercer Airport released big upgrade plans in 2018. Here's where things stand today
Work on the ground has finally begun on long-awaited plans to enhance and expand Trenton-Mercer Airport. Widespread upgrades were first announced in 2018. The Federal Aviation Administration approved the plans for a new terminal in 2022. But construction only began about a month ago on the airport’s replacement Aircraft Rescue...
5 Surprising Animals You Might See In New Jersey
We see a lot of wildlife in New Jersey, but some of the animals that might pop up in our state will surprise you. Many of us are just getting used to seeing dolphins. Some other creatures we may encounter in the Garden State are way more shocking. Animals You...
Bicyclist Sustains Serious Injuries in Crash on Hamilton Street
HAMILTON, NJ - A bicyclist sustained serious injuries when he collided with a 2005 GMC van on Saturday on a local road on Saturday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERAccording to the Hamilton Police Division, the crash took place at approximately 9:28 a.m., in the intersection of South Clinton Avenue and Chambers Street. A statement reported that the bicycle, driven by Victoriano Choz, Trenton, proceeded southbound into the intersection against the red traffic signal, and was struck by the GMC van being operated by Julio Caizaguaman, also of Trenton. The van, a preliminary investigation showed, was traveling...
Big, yet subtle change in NJ you may not have noticed
Sometimes it's the little things that go unnoticed. At least, at the time they're little. In reality, they're actually big changes, but they happen in a very subtle way. Here in New Jersey, there's one big change that we're going to notice right away. And that change comes the first weekend of November. That, of course, is the change in our clocks, which is falling back to Standard Time.
New Jersey Is Putting Restrictions On Your Fire Pit Usage
There's nothing better at the end of a long day, especially in the Fall than going back to your home and having a little fire. Maybe you've got a homemade fire pit and a stack of wood that you burn through throughout the year, or maybe you're like my wife and I who have a propane fire pit in the backyard.
Earthquake? New Jersey shrugs: A surprising fault line — and reaction
⭕ The epicenter of the April 5 earthquake was Tewksbury in Hunterdon County. ⭕ Researchers found more damage farther away from the epicenter. April’s New Jersey earthquake, the state’s strongest since 1884, may have been caused by a newly discovered fault that gave it unusual qualities, according to a study.
Have You Dined At The Highest Rated Diner in Bucks County, PA?
There’s nothing quite like discovering an amazing diner and diving right into a delicious meal! Diners are simply the best because no matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find just about anything your taste buds are craving at any given diner. In our region, we’re...
The End Of Daylight Saving Time And Your Health, What New Jersey Needs To Know
It feels like people have been talking about this year's time change for months, and yet we still haven't had to change our clocks yet. If you even still have to change your clocks, most people just use their cell phones, or smartwatch for their alarms and those devices update the time on their own.
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