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Port Jervis residents, patrons protest cannabis zoning restrictions
Cannabis users and supporters came out to Port Jervis City Hall on Monday, July 22, to voice their concerns about the city’s zoning restrictions on recreational cannabis dispensaries, with some residents claiming the Port Jervis City Council and Mayor Dominic Cicalese were intentionally making it difficult for cannabis retailers to set up shop.
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.
Convicted hit man in murder-for-hire plot sentenced to prison
GOSHEN - The Middletown man convicted of murder after being hired to kill a Wallkill man's neighbor was sentenced to 18 years to life in state prison on Friday. Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced the sentence for Damante T. Stansberry, 25, of Middletown. Stansberry previously pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, a felony,...
Search On For Suspect Who Fired Shot Into Hudson Valley Home
Police in the Hudson Valley are investigating after shots were fired into a home. The incident occurred in Orange County around 1 a.m., Friday, July 19, on Grand Avenue in Middletown.According to Lt. Jeffrey Thoelen of the Middletown Police, at least one round (bullet) entered a residence on G…
Juice Up Your Morning: A Networking Triumph in Parsippany
PARSIPPANY – On Tuesday, July 23, the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce held its much-anticipated event, “Juice Up Your Morning.” This vibrant networking session brought together local business owners, community leaders, and nonprofit representatives for a refreshing opportunity to foster connections and enhance community ties. The event showcased the chamber’s commitment to supporting and growing the local business community.
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