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18-year-old from Mays Landing, NJ, charged with attempted murder
A teenager from Mays Landing, who was already being held in custody on an unrelated matter, has now been charged for his alleged role in shooting a 15-year-old boy in Atlantic City back in May. Quamir Kirkland of Mays Landing, NJ, Charged. The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office says 18-year-old Quamir...
Man Admits Guilt To Selling Drugs That Killed A Man
MAYS LANDING, NJ.- Atlantic County Prosecutor Willam E. Reynolds reported that on Monday, July 15, 2024, William Jenkins, 28, of Atlantic City, New Jersey, appeared in Atlantic County Superior Court and entered guilty pleas in connection with the death of a 44-year-old man who succumbed to a fatal overdose in July 2023.
Possible great white shark sighting miles off Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Out in the Atlantic, near Atlantic City, photos show what appears to be a large shark. Pearson’s Pursuit Inshore Fishing were fishing over the weekend. They ventured out to the Sea Isle Ridge, about 22 miles from the Atlantic City shoreline. While looking for various...
Elvis and friends jam in Holmdel, and more things to do this weekend at the Shore
On Dec. 4, 1956, history was made in Memphis, Tennessee, as Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash had an improptu jam session at Sun Records. The Tony-nominated musical "Million Dollar Quartet" brings that legendary night to life with a tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations. Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents the show Friday to July 28 at the new Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel.
Thousands Without Power In Lakewood, Jackson, Toms River For Second Consecutive Day
Thousands of Lakewood, Jackson, and Toms River homes and businesses were without power on Tuesday evening, as the town was hit by yet another electricity outage – the second in two days, as a heat wave continues to suffocate the region. Askanim, including Assemblyman Avi Schnall, have been working...
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...
Two-Time Super Bowl Champion stops by Back Bay Ale House in Atlantic City, NJ
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson recently stopped by Atlantic City's Back bay Ale House in Gardner's Basin. The Knicks star recently signed a four-year, $156.5 million extension after averaging 35.5 points per game in the six-game series against the Sixers. Former Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox just dined at...
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...
LaMonica McIver wins election for late Donald Payne Jr.'s seat in N.J.
TRENTON, N.J. — Newark City Council President LaMonica McIver has won the special House Democratic primary to succeed the late Donald Payne Jr. in Congress. McIver emerged victorious Tuesday amid a crowded field to succeed Payne, who died in April after serving in the House for over two decades.Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy set the special primary under state law after Payne's death, with the special general election slated for Sept. 18.The special election will determine who serves out the remainder of Payne's term, which ends Jan. 3, 2025, while the regular election process held in parallel will determine who fills the seat...
Water utility issues mandatory alert for 2 NJ counties
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP — New Jersey American Water has issued an alert to conserve water in two counties as the utility conducts emergency repairs. The company said Sunday around 4:45 p.m. that it was repairing a 36-inch valve at the Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune Township. Between the...
6 More New Jersey Residents Win Big Playing The Lottery This Week
I'm really starting to think that Jersey is one of the luckiest states in the country, with the sheer amount of people who live here that hit it big with the lottery. And it's not always a massive, life-altering jackpot, but it's a big enough amount that can really do some good in your life.
Wealthy suburbs: These are the richest counties in NJ
The Northeast is home to 23 of the 50 wealthiest suburbs in the nation, according to an analysis released in July by a personal finance website. The Garden State is represented five times on the list from GOBankingRates, which looked at all cities with 5,000 or more households and isolated the 50 cities with the highest average household income. The platform used 2024 home values and metro area location to determine the wealthiest suburbs.
Big Lots With NJ & PA Locations Closing Stores & May Go Bankrupt
Bad news for another major retail chain. It may be going under. The New York Post is reporting that Big Lots is in financial trouble. News like this is becoming all too common these days with other chains like Walgreens and Red Lobster struggling as well. If you're not familiar...
High temperatures and clouds expected to cover NYC
NEW YORK (PIX11) — It was another sizzler around the tri-state area as high heat and humidity remained in place. Temperatures in many locations rose into the mid and upper 90s, while areas in central and southern New Jersey flirted with the century mark. Central Park clocked in with...
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