Rutgers president plans to stay beyond 5-year commitment
In the final year of an initial five-year commitment, Rutgers' president says he is looking forward to the future and has no plans to step down. NEW BRUNSWICK -- When Rutgers University lured Robert...
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$835K Jersey Cash 5 ticket bought at convenience store
The winner made the purchase in Piscataway A Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $835,363 was sold at a convenience store in Middlesex County for Wednesday's drawing. A Piscataway convenience store sold a...
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'Illegals' should go home, blame the gov't, more reaction to temp worker boom...
Readers had praise for the report, but also showed concern about both worker's conditions and a system that allows for hiring immigrants without authorization to work in N.J. Watch video Over several...
View Article4 N.J. towns among top places to live in the U.S. in 2016
The towns were ranked by Money magazine on various factors including taxes, education and health care Four New Jersey towns were among the top 50 places to live in the United States in 2016, according...
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Romanian man sentenced in hacking scheme that targeted N.J. businesses
Financial information, fingerprints from security firm taken in computer breach, according to federal prosecutors. U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman at an unrelated press conference (File photo)Matt...
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He jumped on hood, she hit the gas and cops charged them both
A couple faces charges after an argument along Route 94, state police say. Among other charges, the driver was accused of DWI. He jumped on the hood. She hit the gas. A New Jersey couple face charges...
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2 men posed as cops to get key for hotel room robbery, police say
The clerk gave the men a room key after they identified themselves as police SOUTH PLAINFIELD -- Two men posed as police officers to gain access to a hotel room and then robbed a prostitute early...
View Article6 events not to miss before the end of September
From headliners to theater to a maze walk, have some fun through the end of the month. Spend An Evening with Kristin Chenoweth as she performs tonight and tomorrow night at the Mayo Performing Arts...
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Pit bull mix loves people and some dogs
Shelter workers describe Oreo as "very affectionate with any human she meets." Oreo OLD BRIDGE -- Oreo is a young pit bull/Labrador mix at the Old Bridge Animal Shelter. Shelter workers describe her...
View Article14 bold predictions for Week 3 of the high school football season
There are big trophies and plenty of debate as the third week of the high school football season quickly approaches.
View ArticleHS football Week 3 mega-coverage guide: Everything you need for the games
Stories, features, schedules and everything you need for Week 3 Below is NJ.com's high school football mega-coverage guide, your one-stop shop for everything you need to get ready for Week 3. Check...
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Glimpse of History: All types of stripes in Spotswood
Fashions of the 1970s were diverse, reflecting a new interest in clothing as self-expression. SPOTSWOOD -- These young women, identified as (from left) Deborah, Karen, Colleen, Terry and Maryellen,...
View ArticlePerth Amboy announces plan to build new $234M high school
The school project is the largest to be undertaken by the state Schools Development Authority PERTH AMBOY -- For years, the city has been blighted by overcrowding at its various schools. But on...
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Bicyclist struck by commercial truck in New Brunswick
A bicyclist was struck by a commercial truck on Friday. File photo NEW BRUNSWICK -- A bicyclist was struck by a commercial truck near Easton Avenue and Hamilton Street Friday afternoon. Police said...
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Off-duty Edison cop saves man's life during jury duty
An off-duty Edison police officer saved a man's life while both were reporting for jury duty. Sgt. Michael Carter, of the Edison Police Department(Courtesy of Edison Township) EDISON -- An off-duty...
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Football: Results and links for Friday, Sept. 23, Week 3
Get live coverage, links and results for high school football games played on Sept. 23 in Week 3 KEY LINKS• Our picks for every game• A look at the latest NJ.com Top 20• Full Week 3...
View ArticleRutgers tailgate was 'disaster waiting to happen,' Barchi says
The university had to discontinue the party because of underage drinking and dangerous student behavior, its president said. NEW BRUNSWICK -- Pressed by a student to explain why Rutgers University...
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Rutgers police probe altercation reportedly involving gun, machete
Anyone with information asked to call campus police Police were investigating an aggravated assault on the school's Livingston campus Sept. 23, 2016 (File photo) PISCATAWAY -- Rutgers police said...
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Football: Results and links for Saturday, Sept. 24, Week 3
A look at Saturday's football action. KEY LINKS• Friday's results & links• Best PHOTOS from Week 3• Conference schedule/scoreboards• Top 20 picks and schedule• Our picks for every game• A look at...
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