Deptford Township police arrested a Camden man for kidnapping a disabled 59-year-old during a home invasion and assaulting a police officer. One occurrence raises concerns about violent crimes against vulnerable populations. Lahque St. Juste, 32, entered the victim’s 800 May Avenue home Thursday, police said. Police say the suspect abused the victim before driving his…
On Saturday night, a Cumberland County, New Jersey, traffic collision killed one and hospitalized four. Police said the collision at a crucial Upper Deerfield Township intersection illustrated the consequences of cars violating traffic signals. A 72-year-old Vineland lady heading north on South Woodruff Road ran a red light at Irving Avenue without stopping about 6…
Coach Ed Cooley was suspended for one game after a Georgetown basketball fight injured a young fan. Jeff Battle will coach Monday’s home game versus Coppin State after his suspension. Georgetown fell to Xavier in the final seconds. Cooley hurled a plastic water bottle at the bench after the team missed foul shots and a…
A popular Montclair, New Jersey, family-owned charcuterie shop will close this month. Butler and the Board, 103 Forest Street, closes Dec. 30. As their lease expired, Jeff and Cathy Butler closed. Both thanked the community for their support as they grew their business in a heartwarming social media post. The Butlers closed because their lease…
Following a Saturday flight delay, the Minnesota Vikings arrived in New Jersey hours before their Sunday afternoon game against the Giants. According to Vikings officials, their charter jet left MSP early. After takeoff, a mechanical issue forced the crew to return for safety. After the rapid decision, the jet returned to the airport safely, protecting…
The Minnesota Vikings landed safely in New Jersey just hours before kickoff for their Sunday afternoon game against the New York Giants after an unexpected flight delay on Saturday. Vikings officials say their original charter flight left Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport earlier in the day. After takeoff, the crew noticed a mechanical fault and turned…
Birthright citizenship has shaped American identity in New Jersey. A Supreme Court appeal to former President Donald Trump’s birthright ban complicates that key notion. American citizenship requires birth and compliance with the law, according to the Fourteenth Amendment. Post-Civil War amendment protected citizenship rights regardless of race, ancestry, or origin. American courts and government agencies…
A mobile unit from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will be in Freehold Township next month to help drivers upgrade to a Real ID. The temporary service allows locals to complete the Real ID procedure without visiting a full-service MVC office, relieving strain on crowded locations and saving applicants time. The MVC mobile unit…
Mets are reconfiguring their squad this winter to add outfield speed and power. Team reportedly in trade talks for a hitting-defense center fielder. The Mets are replacing left fielder Brandon Nimmo after his summer departure. According to speculations, the organization seeks a dynamic outfielder who can contribute soon and match its budget. Powerful, speedy, and…
A large Jersey City luxury unit refinance illustrates multifamily housing market confidence despite rising interest rates. Structured credit refinanced the 201-unit Bergen-Lafayette residential complex for $72 million in mid-December. Building the Hazel apartment complex on Monitor Street in two stages met rising housing demand. Phase 1 supplied 114 units in early 2022 and phase 2…
