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2 New Jersey Counties Named Safest In America
Two New Jersey counties made the list of the safest counties in America and one made it into the top ten. There were many different things taken into consideration including gun violence, few deaths tied to accidents and motor vehicle crashes, and a good health and public safety infrastructure, according to a recent study from U.S News and World Report.
Suspect Stole Sunglasses Worth $4,487 In Bucks County: Police
On June 1, Warrington Police responded to Sunglass Hut for the report of a retail theft that just occurred. Staff related a man later identified as Jonaycker DeGouveria-Suearez and a woman entered the store and proceeded to the expensive sunglass area. DeGouveria-Suearez concealed them in a bag exited the store...
Bayport Funding closes $5.2 million acquisition, construction loan for Fort Lee rental project
A private developer has closed on $5.2 million in financing in connection with a planned seven-unit apartment building in Fort Lee, its lender announced Thursday. In a news release, Bayport Funding said the deal will support the borrower’s acquisition of the site and construction for the nearly 25,000-square-foot project. The direct private bridge lender did not disclose the property’s address, but said it was a short drive from the George Washington Bridge and ferry and rail service to Midtown Manhattan.
More affordable housing fights are on the horizon in New Jersey. Here's why.
A unique, decades-old mandate, known as the Mount Laurel Doctrine, requires most New Jersey towns to contribute their “fair share” of affordable housing development. This October, New Jersey will begin telling localities how much affordable housing they need to build under the state’s unique Mount Laurel Doctrine. [ more › ]
New Jersey governor names Sen. Bob Menendez's replacement
NEWARK, N.J. -- New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has appointed George Samir Helmy to replace Sen. Bob Menendez, who is stepping down next week after being convicted on federal bribery charges. Helmy, the governor's former chief of staff, will serve as interim senator until the November election to fill the seat. Click here to watch the full press conference announcing the appointment.Who is George Samir Helmy?Helmy served under Murphy for four and a half years, making him the longest serving gubernatorial chief of staff in state history. Prior to that, Helmy was a member of Sen. Cory Booker's senior staff. Helmy grew up in Jersey City...
Gov. Murphy signs executive order for latest NJ public health concern
TRENTON — There's never been more options for legal gambling in New Jersey. And that could be a problem. Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order to create the Responsible Gaming Task Force. “New Jersey is known to be a gaming destination with historic locations like Atlantic City, amusement...
Elderly woman in NJ scammed out of $13K from bank account
ALEXANDRIA — State Police are looking for a man who they say was part of a scam that cost an elderly woman $13,000. The Hunterdon County woman got a pop-up alert on her computer on July 25 warning of a virus with instructions to contact Microsoft for help, according to police.
Homecrest adds to residential sales team
WADENA, Minn. — Steve Mangano has joined the residential sales team at Homecrest Outdoor Living. Mangano will represent the company’s line of outdoor furniture in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Mangano began his career in retail as a management trainee at Federated Department Stores, the corporate headquarters for...
Beachgoers warned of dangerous rip currents at New Jersey and Delaware shores
If you're heading to the beach this weekend, be careful in the water.Forecasters are warning of dangerous rip currents at beaches in New Jersey and Delaware.There will be heavy swells all along the East Coast because of Hurricane Ernesto, which is churning out in the Atlantic.As of Friday morning, Ernesto was a Category 2 storm with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph.Ernesto was expected to strengthen further on Friday before it passes near or over Bermuda on Saturday.Here's what you need to know about rip currents:Watch this video to learn what to do if you're ever caught in a rip...
New Jersey man dies in I-81 crash in Cortland County (State Police)
A New Jersey man died in a car crash on Interstate-81 in Cortland County, according to the New York State Police. The state police report noted that shortly after 1 p.m. on Thursday (Aug. 15), state troopers, the New York State Police Traffic Incident Management Unit and the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation responded to a two-vehicle crash on I-81 northbound near mile marker 41 in Marathon.
2024-25 school holidays in New Jersey — there’s a LOT
🔺 New Jersey recognizes over 160 religious holidays as excused absences in school. 🔺 Dozens of faiths are recognized, including Scientology and Wicca. 🔺 Districts can add additional holidays as they see fit. Classrooms will soon be full of students again. New Jersey schools are required to...
Opposition to New Jersey Offshore Wind Farm Hosts Hearing as Contract Awards Near
MANASQUAN, N.J. — A grassroots group of Monmouth County residents is organizing a community meeting on Monday to oppose a proposed offshore wind transmission project that they claim poses significant…
NJ Authorities are Searching for These Escaped Convicts
New Jersey corrections authorities are looking for three inmates who walked away from their community release programs. If you have information about their whereabouts, you are asked to call 9-1-1. All tips are confidential. You're reminded to never approach these subjects yourself. You could put yourself, or others around you...
N.J. football preview, 2024: 23 statement-making, can’t-miss scrimmages, Aug. 19-28
After five days of heat acclimation and a week of “official” practices, high school football teams across New Jersey will finally get the chance to hit people in different colored jerseys. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
Cost of renting or owning a home in NJ is absolutely crushing us
Either way you slice it, it’s bad. Whether you’re a homeowner paying a mortgage and dealing with the highest property taxes in the nation folded in, or if you rent your home, you’re in a financial chokehold that’s likely killing you. According to a new study...
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