The North Carolina plane crash killed Grammy-winning country performer Brett James. He developed modern countrymusic. James, who authored Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” was one of three people died in a Macon County crash near Franklin Thursday afternoon. Officials confirmed this. His age was 57. The small plane crashed at 3 p.m., killing three,…
NJ Transit approved a $506.7 million contract to replace hundreds of its old buses, updating its public transportation system. The NJ Transit Board of Directors unanimously approved the contract to buy 286 New Flyer Industries buses. Rider reliability and phasing out older buses are the goals. Many 40-foot buses in use date back nearly two…
Breakdancing in silence to protest rising property taxes garnered attention for a Cranford, New Jersey candidate for municipal government. At a recent town hall meeting, Cranford Township Committee candidate Will Thilly, 51, stunned attendees by starting his public statement with a motion. He danced to the podium, backspinned, and posed serious tax questions before moonwalking…
After frequently violating zoning laws, a New Jersey heliport may be closed, raising concerns about Hudson County tourist helicopter excursions. The news comes months after a tourist helicopter crashed into the Hudson River 75 feet from Jersey City, killing six people, including a Spanish family. RTC Holding and HHI Heliport, where the crashed helicopter took…
After tweeting about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s murder, a Rider University adjunct lecturer was fired. She was fired by the institution after the posts provoked uproar and campus threats. Rider University administrators stressed that the decision was based on how views were expressed and community safety. Faculty member Kate Ecke posted many Facebook posts denouncing…
The New Jersey governorship contest has increasingly focused about cheap items rather than Donald Trump. Today, people are largely talking about money—high property taxes, utility bills, and family stress from money issues. Trump’s symbolic strength and backing for Republican Jack Ciattarelli remain vital. Instead of bickering, Democrats Mikie Sherrill and Republicans Jack Ciattarelli are talking…
The Morris County, New Jersey, teacher resigned this week after facing internet outrage and threats over a contentious remark about conservative activist Charlie Kirk. After getting doxxed for sharing her personal information on social media, the Rockaway Township elementary school fifth-grade teacher voiced safety concerns. The resignation occurred during a Rockaway Township Board of Education…
Cape May’s Jersey Shore seaside promenade draws thousands of visitors each year. Many sit on memorial benches to remember loved ones. Unfortunately, the city has indicated that several benches will need to be replaced due to age. Bench owners who want to save their bench and plaque must contribute pay for replacement. A crucial factor…
The Walters Group has initiated a lottery for 73 income-limited Cornerstone at Hainesport homes. This gives Hainesport residents a new chance to obtain affordable housing. This Creek Road property in Burlington County is affordable for families earning 60% or less of the area’s average income. The drawing will be on October 29 after the application…
Due to overcrowding, Sussex County, New Jersey, cancelled conservative leader Charlie Kirk’s funeral. Skylands Stadium in Augusta was considered for the event. However, organizers decided that the 4,500-person stadium could not accommodate the massive gathering. Skylands Stadium never announced the event. People first considered a stadium funeral when they told management they wanted a community…
