Mercer, Middlesex counties plan shared $1.6M medical examiner service
Mercer County would close its medical examiner's office, but no layoffs would occur. TRENTON -- Mercer County plans to close its medical examiner's office and pay Middlesex County $1.6 million per...
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Perth Amboy agrees to pay $150K in sexual harassment lawsuit
Perth Amboy agreed to pay a $150,000 settlement in a sexual harassment lawsuit involving the city's former police chief. Pictured here, former Perth Amboy police chief, Benjamin Ruiz, who faced trial...
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Police searching for Edison man missing for nearly 2 weeks
People are searching for a township man who was reported missing nearly two weeks ago. Thomas Oliphant, 25, of Edison(Courtesy of Edison Township) EDISON -- Authorities are searching for a...
View ArticleNew Brunswick police offer tips how to avoid being stopped over holiday
The New Brunswick police will be looking for intoxicated drivers over the holiday. NEW BRUNSWICK -- The city's police department will be patrolling with extra vigilance over the holiday, looking for...
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Vintage photos of shops and stores in N.J.
More than a few childhood memories are tied to shopping trips. When I think about it, I collected more than a few childhood memories while in tow on shopping trips. A vintage ad from Garwood'sCourtesy...
View ArticleCross-Country: 21 storylines from the 2016 season
A look back at some of the best moments of the N.J. XC season
View ArticleA typical N.J. Thanksgiving meal for 10 is pricier than U.S. average
The American Farm Bureau Federation says this year's cost of a Thanksgiving dinner fell to its lowest level since 2010. TRENTON -- An annual national study of what it costs for a typical Thanksgiving...
View ArticleQUIZ: See how well you know New Jersey food
This week's local news quiz celebrates Thanksgiving by celebrating New Jersey food. Let's face it: Everybody's mind has been on Thansgiving this week rather than the news. So to celebrate the holiday,...
View ArticleShoppers already in line for Black Friday deals
Doors don't open until 5 p.m. at the East Brunswick Best Buy, but a handful of shoppers had already lined up by 9 a.m. EAST BRUNSWICK -- The Best Buy on Route 18 doesn't open until 5 p.m. for Black...
View ArticleThe hottest holiday shows this season in N.J.
From the "Elf" to the Messiah to "Black Nativity," the season's cultural offerings are numerous. Celebrate the messiah with Handel's "Messiah" Members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra celebrate...
View ArticleThese 15 towns to increase DUI patrols, checkpoints over Thanksgiving
Police will be setting up checkpoints and implementing extra patrols over the holiday. Police agencies throughout the state will be patrolling with extra vigilance during the holiday, implementing DWI...
View ArticleN.J. Green Party candidate asks public to donate to presidential recount effort
New Jersey's Green Party gubernatorial candidate is asking the public to donate to Jill Stein's presidential recount effort. HIGHLAND PARK -- New Jersey's Green Party gubernatorial candidate Rev. Seth...
View ArticleFootball: LIVE updates, results and links for Thanksgiving week, Nov. 23-26
Everything you need to stay caught up on N.J.'s Thanksgiving games, plus the North 1, Group 4 semis. ESSENTIALS • Thanksgiving rivalry picks• Top 20 | The Next 10 • Week 11 helmet stickers• State...
View ArticleThanksgiving day shoppers line up in search of deals (PHOTOS)
Shoppers were lined up around the corner of the JCPenney hoping to find a Thanksgiving Day deal. EAST BRUNSWICK -- Many weren't even sure what they planned to buy, but all remained laser-focused on...
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Rescued stray needs patient owner
MIDDLESEX — Hank is a 1-year-old mixed-breed dog in the care of Island Puppy Rescue. Rescued as an emaciated stray from the island of Anguilla, he has been described by volunteers as "a high strung...
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Glimpse of History: Something for everyone at S. Klein's
WOODBRIDGE — This photo of S. Klein's on Route 1 and Gill Lane in Iselin, Woodbridge Township, was taken in the 1960s. The store, which sold everything from food to furniture, opened on Nov. 11, 1963....
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Tractor trailer engulfed in fire on N.J. Turnpike closes lanes (VIDEO)
Two lanes on the New Jersey Turnpike were closed Friday after a tractor trailer became fully engulfed in flames. Watch video CARTERET -- Flames engulfed a tractor trailer Friday afternoon between Exit...
View ArticleComcast employees deliver Thanksgiving dinners for 20th year
The employees all work in Comcast Technical Operations in East Windsor. EAST WINDSOR -- For the 20th year, local Comcast employees and their families prepared, packaged and delivered Thanksgiving...
View Article11 bright attractions at Hugs for Brady Holiday Light Show
The Hugs for Brady Holiday Light Show in North Brunswick is expected to draw around 150,000 attendees. NORTH BRUNSWICK -- The Hugs for Brady Holiday Light Show is expected to draw around 150,000...
View ArticlePerson fatally struck by Amtrak train in Edison Sunday night
The express train from Washington, D.C., to Boston was heading through the station area when a spokesman said it struck someone on the tracks. The Amtrak train was held, and NJ Transit trains bypassed...
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