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Phillipsburg police investigating series of catalytic converter thefts
12+ hour, 57+ min ago (173+ words) PHILLIPSBURG, N. J. (Warren County) " Phillipsburg police are investigating a series of catalytic converter thefts reported in several neighborhoods over the past few days and are asking residents to review surveillance footage for possible evidence. According to the Phillipsburg Police Department, the…...
Woman charged in alleged $11, 000 forgery and theft scheme in Sussex County
12+ hour, 54+ min ago (241+ words) FRANKLIN BOROUGH, N. J. (Sussex County) " A Franklin Borough woman has been charged following an investigation into the alleged theft and forgery of more than $11, 000 from an elderly man's bank account, authorities said. Katerine Basek, 31, was arrested March 19 following an investigation conducted…...
Hopatcong officials deny rumors of senior center closure
13+ hour ago (169+ words) HOPATCONG BOROUGH, N. J. (Sussex County) " Borough officials in Hopatcong are disputing what they described as false and misleading information circulating publicly about the possible closure of the borough's senior center. In a statement released May 8, the borough said the Hopatcong Senior…...
Hunterdon County to offer free mental health training for veterans and families
12+ hour, 51+ min ago (259+ words) RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N. J. (Hunterdon County) " Hunterdon County officials announced free Mental Health First Aid training sessions for veterans, military members and their families will be offered later this month in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Hunterdon County Commissioner Shaun C. Van…...
10 NJ Lottery prizes of $10 K or more won in draw and scratch-off games
13+ hour, 59+ min ago (130+ words) Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender,…...
Morris County officials honor fallen law enforcement officers during National Police Week
13+ hour, 53+ min ago (271+ words) MORRIS COUNTY, N. J. " Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert Mc Nally are recognizing fallen law enforcement officers from Morris County and officers who served within the county during National Police Week. National Police Week is being observed…...
Police seek Warren County man wanted on weapons charge
14+ hour, 4+ min ago (144+ words) INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP, N. J. (Warren County) " Independence Township police are seeking the public's help locating a Warren County man wanted on a weapons-related charge, authorities said. Police identified the man as Wayne G. Lash Jr. , 51, whose last known address was listed at 115 B…...
2 critically injured in Somerset County crash, authorities say
13+ hour, 49+ min ago (250+ words) NORTH PLAINFIELD BOROUGH, N. J. (Somerset County) " Two people suffered critical injuries following a motor vehicle crash early Monday morning in North Plainfield, according to the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office. Somerset County Prosecutor John P. Mc Donald, Acting Chief of County Detectives Meredith…...
New Jersey launches public awareness campaign on extreme risk protective orders
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (327+ words) New Jersey's Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2018 allows courts to temporarily suspend firearm access for at-risk individuals through court-issued orders commonly referred to as "red flag laws." An ERPO temporarily prohibits a person from possessing or purchasing firearms or…...
Mountain Lake algae bloom reaches highest levels recorded in 5 years, association says
21+ hour, 21+ min ago (360+ words) LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, N. J. (Warren County) " Mountain Lake is continuing to experience a significant algae bloom, with blue-green algae levels reaching the highest levels recorded since regular monitoring began five years ago, according to the Mountain Lake Community Association. The association said…...