Trailer strikes overpass, lands on road in Woodbridge
One lane remained open on Rt. 9 Tuesday afternoon WOODBRIDGE -- A truck trailer was dislodged after it struck an overpass on Rt. 9 South near Green Street Tuesday afternoon, police said. No one was...
View ArticleState property revaluation probe coming to South River
The Division of Taxation will hold a public hearing in the borough later this month. TRENTON -- State officials will hold a public hearing in South River later this month as part of their crackdown on...
View Article6 firefighters hospitalized from warehouse chemical exposure
Six firefighters were hospitalized after being exposed to chemicals from a warehouse. File Photo CARTERET -- Six firefighters were hospitalized Tuesday after being exposed to a "chemical haze"...
View ArticleCan you be male, female, neither, or both? Pushing the boundaries of gender ID
More people are identifying as nonbinary, or a gender other than strictly male or female. Experts in the LGBTQ community say nonbinary people are the next frontier in gender ID, presenting challenges...
View ArticleHow rude: Philly, NYC rank among top 5 surliest cities in U.S.
The City of Brotherly Love and The Big Apple aren't known for being cordial, according to one survey. The Big Apple no longer holds the title of rudest city in the land. That distinction was this year...
View ArticleWhere to eat now in N.J.: The 10 hottest restaurants for July
A legendary seafood house, a Greek eatery with a panoramic view, a slider-based food truck, and more headline this month's list of hottest restaurants in New Jersey NJ.com has launched a new regular...
View ArticlePolice asking for public's help to find missing Perth Amboy girl
For the second time in a week, the Perth Amboy police are seeking the public's help in finding a missing 14-year-old girl. Sigrid Beltre, 14, of Perth Amboy, who is missing.Perth Amboy police PERTH...
View ArticleSouth Plainfield wrestling coach Kevin McCann to resign, report says
McCann has overseen a state power the last 14 years. McCann has overseen a state power the last 14 years.
View ArticleOnce contaminated site in Perth Amboy on its way to revival
The City is on its way to reviving a once contaminated construction site and turning it into a new facility to boost economic opportunities for the city. PERTH AMBOY -- An industrial site once...
View ArticleN.J. Dems visit Edison to promote school funding reform
State Senate President Stephen Sweeney and fellow Democrats want to bring all schools to receive 100 percent formula aid funding. EDISON -- While some school districts in New Jersey receive as much as...
View ArticleThis month in N.J. History: July
A look at noteworthy dates that have shaped the state. On the first Thursday of each month we will post "This month in N.J. History." Courtesy of theguardian.com This gallery will supplement our...
View ArticleHow 2 strangers saved N.J. pitching legend, ex-Yankee Willie Banks from...
Willie Banks was the No. 3 overall selection in the 1987 MLB draft, but after his pro career ended his life fell on hard times and he tried to drink himself to death. Just as he lost his family, he...
View ArticleCops ask for public's help catching home invasion robber
North Brunswick police want the public help catch a man they say broke into a house, attacked a resident and stole her jewelry. North Brunswick police believe this man is responsible for a home...
View ArticleCabaret to benefit cats and dogs
The fundraiser will take place at the Villagers Theatre in Somerset. WOODBRIDGE TWP. -- Angel Paws, a nonprofit animal rescue group in Colonia, will hold a Black Cat Cabaret fundraiser at the...
View ArticleAudit: Move to group homes caused problems for some disabled people in N.J.
Of the 40 clients files the State Auditor examined, 25 clients experienced problems group home operators took too long to address. TRENTON -- One disabled client waited two years for a functioning...
View ArticleAirborne chemical leak at Edison plant poses no threat to public, officials say
A chemical vapor leak at an Edison chemical company early Thursday morning was confined to the company grounds officials said. EDISON -- No one was injured and vapors from an airborne release of...
View ArticleCops nab 2nd person in connection with South Brunswick burglaries
A second person has been arrested and charged with a series of burglaries in homes last month in South Brunswick. Inez Young, left, and Christopher Smith, right, are charged with committing four...
View ArticleTake this week's NJ.com local news quiz
Time to see how well you recall our biggest stories. Time to see how well you recall this week's biggest local news stories. All the questions in the quiz below are based on top NJ.com news stories...
View ArticleRutgers Equine Science Center's Summer Showcase is 7/13
The Summer Showcase, similar to an open house, is a free event that is open to the public and perfect for any and all equine enthusiasts, ages 8 and up. Watch video NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. -- The Equine...
View Article'Goofy' terrier mix needs a home
Cooper has been described as "a goofy boy, bursting with energy." Cooper OLD BRIDGE -- Cooper is a 1-year-old American Staffordshire terrier/mastiff mix at the Old Bridge Animal Shelter. He is a...
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