A tiny plane crashed and caught fire Saturday afternoon after taking off from Kobelt/Walkill Airport in upstate New York. Unfortunately, the 80-year-old pilot died. The assault occurred Saturday at 2:25 p.m. near Shawangunk, Ulster County, police say. Pilot Gerald “Jerry” Cotter was from Milford, NJ. The one-engine Glasair Super II FT crashed with him alone….
50 and 70 Columbus, the iconic Jersey City apartment buildings overlooking the ocean, received a $340 million loan to repay. This deal shows that investors trust non-Manhattan rental units near public transportation. JLL and BlueGate Partners’ capital markets helped Ironstate Development Company and Panepinto Properties acquire additional financing. Loans were made by Truist Financial Corporation,…
The weather is changing as a weak cold front enters New Jersey. This will cause a big temperature drop late this week. After a beautiful Sunday, fans can expect cooler, drier air by midweek. Rain and fog will start Sunday morning, but the skies should clear by late morning. Strong fog warnings are in effect…
Rutgers’ season is in jeopardy after another tight loss revealed defense deficiencies. After losing 31–28 to Minnesota, head coach Greg Schiano said defensive issues must be addressed soon to avoid a season-ending collapse. Schiano’s postgame comments showed mounting irritation and urgency. He noted the team’s problems are caused by inconsistent execution, not individual breakdowns. He…
A new national poll worries former President Donald Trump’s Republican Party ahead of the 2026 midterms. The survey shows significant dissatisfaction with the country’s direction, which might hurt Republicans’ chances of keeping Congress. Statistics indicate that most Americans believe the nation’s best days are behind it. Two years ago, 41% agreed; now 54% do. Pescimism…
In a recent interview, Bill Bradley covered many themes. Former NBA champion and senator. He discussed US politics, the Knicks, and where his title ring went. Bradley’s thinking reveals his private and public existence. They also hint at his motivations. Bradley addressed former President Donald Trump’s issues before discussing contemporary political issues. He worried about…
In a tight New Jersey governor campaign, Representative Mikie Sherrill’s nautical academy graduation status and service records are under scrutiny. After graduating and becoming a navy aviator, fresh material reveals she was blocked from walking in her 1994 graduation ceremony, raising questions about accountability, openness, and campaign practices. Sherrill graduated and was commissioned, but the…
Starbucks plans to close several stores, including at least five in New Jersey, in a nationwide restructuring to reduce underperforming sites. This statement comes as the coffeehouse business focuses on efficiency, customer experience, and finances. Starbucks is closing shops as part of its “Back to Starbucks” initiative to evaluate its North American footprint and prioritize…
Jamaicans were appalled at Tyra Spaulding’s death. Her body was found at home Tuesday night. Police think she killed herself. The family found her body in her bedroom. Pink sheet wrapped around her neck. Police were contacted immediately. Spaulding discussed her mental condition weeks before her death. She shared her stress, fears, and survival struggles…
President Donald Trump sent 200 Oregon National Guard troops to Portland to safeguard immigration enforcement sites and fight “domestic terrorists.” He said on social media that Portland was “war ravaged” and under threat, ordering “full force, if necessary.” State and municipal politicians immediately opposed the deployment as unconstitutional, unnecessary, and political. In a Department of…
