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Ex-Wall High teacher granted release with restrictions
FREEHOLD — Former Wall High School teacher and Brick Township resident Julie Rizzitello, who had been in Monmouth County jail since her July 3 arrest on charges related to having sexual relationships with two students, was granted release during a detention hearing on Tuesday. Rizzitello was given “release with level one monitoring,” presiding state Superior Court Judge Marc C.
Two Suspects Arrested for Installing Credit Card Skimming Devices in Pennsylvania Grocery Stores
Last week, two men were caught in the act of placing credit card skimming devices at multiple grocery store locations, sparking concern among shoppers and store owners alike. According to KDKA Radio, an alert employee discovered a skimmer at Community Supermarket in Lower Burrell. Surveillance footage later implicates the men installing a similar skimming device at other stores, including a Shop 'n Save in Scott Township.
Fulton Bank closing at least 9 branches in Southern New Jersey
Published reports say Fulton Bank will be closing at least nine branches across South Jersey over the coming weeks but customers likely won't have to travel too far for access to their money. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the closures come after Fulton took over Republic Bank, which failed...
Morning Commute Challenges Across New Jersey Due to Multiple Traffic Incidents
New Jersey commuters faced a slew of disruptions this Wednesday morning, with multiple traffic incidents reported across key routes. Authorities are addressing several situations that have significantly impacted travel times…
How New Jersey ranks in Olympic gold medals
With the 2024 Summer Olympics in France upon us, we look to see how many New Jerseyans are participating. There are quite a number of gifted athletes from New Jersey and even though we are only the 11th most populated state in the country our state is well represented in this year's summer games.
Winner! Lotto Ticket Sold Online In NJ Nets Big Bucks
A Powerball ticket sold online matched four numbers and the red Powerball in the drawing held on Saturday, June 20, winning $50,000. The ticket was sold online via the Jackpocket app, which is based in Hewitt in Passaic County. The winning numbers were 18, 25, 31, 40, 57 and the...
‘Public health threat’ after possible toxic waste washes up in NJ
KEYPORT — There's growing concern after chunks of contaminated material washed ashore along the bay. The exact source seems to be a little uncertain at this time, according to NBC New York, though just miles away is the Raritan Bay Slag superfund site. NBC credits Greg Remaud, CEO and...
Donjon Marine Awarded $19 Million Dredging Contract
Hillside, N.J. based marine services provider Donjon Marine has been awarded a contract worth more than $19 million for harbor maintenance dredging in New York and New Jersey. The $19,037,475 firm-fixed-price contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' New York District. Donjon was one of two bidders for the project.
Truck explosion destroys residential sound wall along NJ Route 3
CLIFTON — A truck explosion obliterated a sound barrier along Route 3 and melted the siding of a house Monday morning. Route 3 was closed in both directions where the highway meets Route 46 and passes over Valley Road in Clifton after the tractor-trailer went up in flames around 9 a.m. The highway remained closed as of 11:45 a.m.
What $250,000 can buy you in Atlantic County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Atlantic County, here’s what sold for or under $250,000 between July 15 and July 21. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10 properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
Man Who Sold Heroin, Fentanyl, Cocaine In Atlantic City Sentenced: Prosecutors
Nahjajuan Ellis, 23, was sentenced on Monday, July 22 to 10 years in state prison, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office announced the plea in a news release. He'll have to serve three-and-a-half years before he's eligible for parole under the Graves Act. Investigators said Atlantic City police executed a search...
These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
An idea tossed around as a light-hearted joke turned into a business. Ernest Drummond, Howard Riley, and Michael Earley developed an idea to venture into the spirits business during COVID-19, the Philly Voice reported. With Pennsylvania’s state-owned liquor stores closing during the pandemic, they wanted to create their own. “Somebody brought up as a joke,… Continue reading These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
Man dies after being stabbed in the face in Philadelphia
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in Philadelphia early Tuesday morning. Police responded to the 1200 block of West Wingohocking Street at 6:26 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man in his 40s or 50s who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 6:36 a.m.
Ocean County Home Struck By Gunfire Under Probe
LAKEWOOD – Authorities are investigating a potential shooting incident that occurred Sunday evening on Cedar Street. According to police, they received a 911 call around 9:15 p.m. reporting a “loud pop” sound on Cedar Street. The resident told police that he saw a black colored pickup truck traveling in the area around the same time, as well as a broken glass bottle in the roadway.
Cape May County, NJ Man Arrested For Illegal Weapons, Drugs
The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office arrested a Cape May Court House man on Monday for possession of several loaded assault-style weapons and suspected drug distribution. Cape May County Man Arrested For Ilegal Possession of Firearms. The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force concluded a...
Man Admits to Killing Wildwood Gull Over Attempted Fries Theft
We love Curly's Fries at as much as the next person, but this guy's reason for decapitating a seagull seems more than a little excessive. Man Decapitated Seagull Over Attempted French Fries Theft. A Cape May man admitted to decapitating a seagull in North Wildwood after it tried to steal...
More bank closures in New Jersey, is your branch on the list?
💸 Dozens of bank branches have closed in New Jersey this year. 💸 On-line banking has reduced the need to visit a physical branch office. A Pennsylvania based bank has announced the closure of 13 branch offices including nine in New Jersey. It's the latest in a wave...
NJ weather: Two more unsettled, humid days, weekend looks great
High humidity and unsettled weather. Typical summer weather in New Jersey. But that does not mean we have to like it. We are facing a few showers and maybe even a thunderstorm through the first half of Wednesday. And again during the daytime hours on Thursday. Meanwhile, dew points in the 70s are making the air thick and uncomfortable.
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