Daniel Brooks

$50,000 Powerball Prizes in New Jersey Still Unclaimed as Deadlines Near

New Jersey Powerball advises players to examine two unclaimed $50,000 tickets before they expire. Powerball ticket buyers in Middlesex and Ocean County earlier this year could win unexpectedly. Early 2026 will bring deadlines. The NJ Lottery uncovered an unclaimed ticket. It happened at a Lafayette Road 7-Eleven in Edison, Middlesex County. This January 13, 2025…

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Stolen Mandolins Returned to Teaneck Music Shop with Apology Note

The burglar returned two mandolins stolen from a Teaneck music business with an unexpected apology. The incident, which received social media attention, showed how community interaction may solve local crimes. Lark Street Music reported the instruments returned on December 26, days after the incident on December 22. Store surveillance shows a guy scrutinizing mandolins before…

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2026 Political Forecast: The Future of MAGA and New Jersey’s Shifting Landscape

Trump’s influence, headlines, and policy changes dominated American politics in 2025. Last year, political watchers on both sides of the aisle noticed the fragility of democratic institutions and the harshness of the nation’s political disputes. Trump’s 2025 administration has been distinguished by narrative control, not policy. Observers say the previous president shifted focus, affected political…

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New Jersey Invests $11 Million in Nature-Based Projects to Combat Climate Change in 2026

New Jersey is spending $11 million on nature-based projects to reduce carbon emissions and rehabilitate the ecosystem. The NJDEP announced the initiative on December 19. It seeks natural answers to the state’s climate issues while enhancing the environment. This project will fund environmental projects in several New Jersey municipalities. This investment will assist Stone Harbor…

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Midair Helicopter Collision Near Hammonton Leaves One Dead, One Critically Injured

Sunday morning, two helicopters collided near Hammonton, southern New Jersey. A pilot died and another was injured. Authorities said the incident occurred at 11:25 a.m. on Basin Road near Hammonton Municipal Airport in Atlantic County. Police believe an Enstrom F-28A/280C helicopter crashed. Federal aviation officials identified the helicopters. Pilots flew both planes solo. Investigations suggest…

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Jersey City Rent-Controlled Apartment Portfolio Changes Hands in Multi-Million Dollar Sale

A portfolio of rent-controlled apartment buildings in Jersey City sold for $13.8 million, indicating investor interest in the city’s multifamily housing market despite economic headwinds. The sale featured two residential buildings at 546 and 565 Bergen Avenue with 68 rent-controlled apartments and one ground-floor shop space. Hudson Atlantic Realty helped Axial Partners sell the properties….

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Freezing Rain Spreads Across Parts of New Jersey as Strong Winds Threaten Travel Safety

Winter weather alerts now cover 10 New Jersey counties, threatening ice roads, walkways, and power outages. This is a growing state-wide concern. Weather officials advise caution, especially at night and in the morning when conditions can change swiftly. As of Sunday evening, official weather alerts suggest freezing rain has begun in numerous parts of the…

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