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NJ extremist’s terror plot to cripple power grid in heat wave, prosecutors say
💥Plan was revealed to undercover agent, prosecutors say. An East Brunswick man whose online posts on extremist social media platforms encouraged violence against Jews and Blacks was arrested just before he could fly to Ukraine, federal officials say. Andrew Takhistov, 18, took to fringe social media sites to praise...
Wildfire at NJ military gunnery range burns 600 acres, fire officials say
BARNEGAT, N.J. (CBS) -- A wildfire burning at a military gunnery range in Ocean and Burlington Counties has burned 600 acres and is 50% contained, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said on Tuesday. The wildfire, named the Whip-poor-will Wildfire, is burning at the Warren Grove Air to Ground Range, a military exercise range. It started just before 4:30 pm.Zero structures are being threatened due to the wildfire. There haven't been any evacuations or road closures, the NJFFS said. The NJFFS said crews responded to the wildfire with ground crews and an observation helicopter along with the New Jersey Air National Guard. The NJFFS said the next update on the wildfire will be around 10 a.m. on Wednesday.  Â
Thieves Snatch Packages from FedEx Delivery Driver in Montclair, Flee in Three Vehicles
MONTCLAIR, NJ - AÂ FedEx delivery driver was the victim of a strong-armed robbery in the rear parking lot by the Grove Street stores on July 12, Montclair Police reported. The incident took place around midday when the driver was making her routine deliveries. As she parked her truck at the rear parking lot of Oxford Street and began unloading her truck, three individuals approached her from behind, forcefully grabbed the packages from her arms, and fled in different directions.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to the Montclair Police Department, two suspects ran towards...
Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall at Radio City: Review and Set List
Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall's joint tour came to New York City on Tuesday night, specifically to the showplace of the nation, Radio City Music Hall. For those scratching their heads after hearing those two names together — this writer included when she initially heard it several months ago — there is a history. Four decades ago, Hall contributed harmony vocals to one of Costello's albums, 1984's Goodbye Cruel World, on a song called "The Only Flame in Town." (Hall also appeared in the accompanying music video. From Costello's album liner notes: "Naturally, my romantic rival was Daryl, but my only real humiliation was in having a Columbia promotion woman hector the makeup girl: 'Make him look handsome,' while a very hungover Daryl sat in the next chair looking like a movie star. His hair was perfect.")
When a Freshman Gets the Lead Role...
Let me know if this has happened to you: you're a senior in high school waiting for the cast list of your last spring musical to be posted. When it goes up, you race to find your name, hoping it's somewhere at the top. After all, you're a senior. You've...
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here’s some background information about the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which serves 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York state and Connecticut. Facts. The MTA is the largest public transportation network in North America. It is run by the state of...
Stream NYC screamo band Detach The Islands' (Thin, Fluoride, etc) new album
NYC screamo band Detach the Islands is another band featuring vocalist Ashley Levine of Thin (and ex-Mary Todd), and it also features members of Fluoride, Juan Bond, Husbandry, and Semaphore. They’re gearing up to release their new album A Highly Magnified History this Friday (7/19) via Tomb Tree Tapes, but you don’t have to wait until then to hear it; a full stream premieres in this post. Drummer/vocalist Emmett Ceglia says:
Montclair’s Pfeifer Heads to Lafayette for Next Stage in Lacrosse
Montclair’s Drew Pfeifer will be looking to make winning plays in his next stage of life on the lacrosse field in college. Pfeifer, who was a New Jersey Group 4 first team player this past spring for the Mounties, could be a key piece for the Lafayette College men’s lacrosse team next spring.
Keep Creating Announces Launch of New Art Wellness Center
Keep Creating Corp has announced the opening of its Art Wellness Center. The nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering creativity and promoting well-being through the healing power of art. This innovative center provides a supportive and encouraging environment for individuals of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds. It champions the transformative impact of artistic expression on mental and emotional health.
Firefighter, EMT among injured in Bronx fire
Five people have been injured in a blaze in the Bronx, including a firefighter.It happened at an apartment in the Westchester Square section. Three residents and an EMT responder were also hurt in the fire and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.The fire broke out in a third-floor apartment on Lyvere Street just before 3:30 a.m. Wednesday morning.A firefighter could be seen rescuing a woman as he carried her in his arms in the street.The cause of the fire is under investigation.ALSO READ: Hacks to save money when booking your next vacation7 On Your Side's Nina Pineda has tips on saving money when booking your next vacation.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
This Passaic County town will serenade local shoppers with summer concert series
HAWTHORNE — A series of outdoor concerts will take place this summer as officials continue to try to support downtown merchants in more creative ways. The six musical acts, which begin Saturday afternoon on the grounds of the Louis Bay 2nd Library & Community Center on Lafayette Avenue, will mark the latest attempt by the borough to charm new clientele to the business district. ...
New York On ‘High Alert’ After ‘Jaws’ Closes Down Many NY Beaches
New York State is in the midst of another heat wave. But those trying to beat that heat are dealing with sharks swimming dangerous close to shore. A Long Island Beach was closed on Monday after a shark was spotted near shore. Shark Closes Long Island, New York Beach. A...
See all homes sold in Montclair, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Montclair reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 4 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 12,434-square-foot home on Edgewood Terrace in Montclair that sold for $2,500,000. 95 Haddon...
Governor Murphy, Attorney General Platkin Announce Grant Recipients for Community Crisis Response Teams
Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that organizations in Camden City, Newark, Paterson, and Trenton have been selected to receive grant funds to support the creation of local Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) Pilot Programs. Eligible municipalities and community-based organizations participated in a competitive grant process that made up to $2 million available per municipality. The Center for Family Services in Camden, the Newark Community Street Team, the Reimagining Justice Inc./Paterson Healing Collective’s Paterson Compassionate Care Collaborative Project, and Salvation and Social Justice in Trenton were selected to receive funds and establish CCRT pilots in their respective cities.
A concerning alert about Amazon drivers in NJ neighborhoods
TOMS RIVER — If you’re someone who likes to order things online and then gets excited when the Amazon delivery truck arrives at your door, beware. Toms River police have issued an urgent warning about fake Amazon employees who are stealing packages from residents’ doorsteps. The thefts...
Rikers inmate who escaped police custody while at Manhattan hospital is caught: NYPD
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A Rikers Island inmate who escaped from police custody on June 26 while at a Manhattan hospital was captured on Tuesday, according to police. James Mossetty, 35, was caught at the subway station near West 50th Street and Eighth Avenue around 2 p.m., according to officials. He was charged with escaping […]
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