Contractors Carjacked, Robbed At Knifepoint At Future Wayne Affordable Housing Site: Cops Contractors Carjacked, Robbed At Knifepoint At Future Wayne Affordable Housing Site: Cops
Contractors Carjacked, Robbed At Knifepoint At Future Wayne Affordable Housing Site: Cops Three contractors were robbed at gunpoint and knifepoint and had a vehicle stolen at a Wayne demolition site, leading to charges against two Paterson men and a nationwide manhunt for a third suspect, police said. Wayne police responded to 1655 Valley Road, which is slated for redevelopment into a 275-unit apartment complex with affordable housing units, at approximately 2:45 p.m. on June 8 after receiving a report of an armed robbery and carjacking involving three victims, according to Capt. Daniel Daly. The victims were working as contractors at the property, a building slated for demoliti…
Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports
Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports The former child actor widely known as the psychic girl in "The Ring" and the voice of Lilo in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" has died, according to reports. Daveigh Chase, 35, died from complications of meningitis on Tuesday, June 16. Roy Hernandez, Chase's boyfriend, announced her death to TMZ on Wednesday, June 17. Hernandez reportedly created a GoFundMe page for Chase as her health worsened. "Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left," he wrote. "All she ever wanted was a place where we could live togethe…
Meetup To Sell Gaming PC Ends In Armed Robbery In Bergen County: Prosecutor Meetup To Sell Gaming PC Ends In Armed Robbery In Bergen County: Prosecutor
Meetup To Sell Gaming PC Ends In Armed Robbery In Bergen County: Prosecutor A social media meetup to sell a gaming computer ended in an armed robbery, leading to charges against two teenagers and a local woman in Bergen County, authorities said. Lodi police responded to the area of Church Street and Boyd Street in Lodi at approximately 11:41 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, after receiving a report of an armed robbery that had just occurred, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The victim had arranged through social media to sell a gaming computer and was waiting in a vehicle when two suspects approached and began talking with them, Musella said. A short tim…
JetBlue Scaling Back At Newark, NYC Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push: Report JetBlue Scaling Back At Newark, NYC Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push: Report
JetBlue Scaling Back At Newark, NYC Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push: Report JetBlue Airways is downsizing its presence in the greater New York City area amid years of economic turbulence and the recent surge in fuel prices from the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline will close its flight attendant base at Newark Liberty International Airport, along with tech operations bases at Newark and LaGuardia Airport, JetBlue told CNBC on Wednesday, June 17. The closures are expected to happen in the fall. JetBlue said that no employees will lose their jobs, and staff will be able to bid or transfer to other bases. The airline also confirmed that it will make "targete…
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries The British may have marched on Boston centuries ago, looking for a fight. This time, the Scots are here looking for a pint.  Scottish soccer fans have descended on Massachusetts for the World Cup, and in less than a week, they've helped drink some of the city's bars dry. The "Tartan Army" spent the past week filling restaurants and pubs, and in some cases helping empty beer taps across the city, according to NBC Boston. The fans took over the streets last weekend after Scotland claimed a 1-0 win over Haiti on Saturday and marched to Fenway Park for a Red Sox game on Sunday. Sam Ad…
America's Oldest Man, NJ Resident Dies At 111 America's Oldest Man, NJ Resident Dies At 111
America's Oldest Man, NJ Resident Dies At 111 A man who lived through two world wars, raised 10 children, and became America's oldest living man has died at his home in New Jersey. Luis Cano, of Linden, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, at the age of 111, according to the City of Linden. Cano held the distinction of being the oldest living man in the United States, officials said in the announcement. "The City of Linden was incredibly proud to be home to America's oldest man," Linden Mayor Derek Armstead said. "Mr. Cano lived a lifetime defined by faith, resilience, and an unwavering devotion to his family. His presence …
Vehicle Fire Shuts Lanes On Route 80, Major Delays Reported Vehicle Fire Shuts Lanes On Route 80, Major Delays Reported
Vehicle Fire Shuts Lanes On Route 80, Major Delays Reported A vehicle fire closed multiple lanes on Route 80 in both directions Wednesday afternoon, June 17, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The fire was reported as of 1:56 p.m. near Exit 56 in Paterson NJDOT said. Two of four westbound lanes were closed, while one of four eastbound lanes was closed, according to NJDOT. Major delays were being reported in both directions. Motorists were advised to expect delays in the area as emergency crews responded.
Six Injured After Deck Collapses In Morris County: Rescuers Six Injured After Deck Collapses In Morris County: Rescuers
Six Injured After Deck Collapses In Morris County: Rescuers Six people were hospitalized after a deck collapsed in Morris County Sunday, June 14, authorities said. A large deck fell off a house and was hung up on a tree with further danger of collapse in Washington Township, the Long Valley First Aid Squad said. Firefighters pinned the deck with pickets while also securing a gas leak at the scene, authorities said. Six patients were transported to a nearby hospital, authorities said. After all patients were transported from the scene Long Valley First Aid Squad Rescue Services structural collapse technicians formulated a shoring plan and const…
Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It
Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It Panera Bread is making some of its biggest menu additions in years just in time for the summer. The fast-casual chain launched its summer 2026 menu on Wednesday, June 17. The refreshed options include the all-new Market Bowls, along with premium salads, cold coffee drinks, and protein-packed breakfast items. Market Bowls start at $9.99 and are available in whole or half portions. Options include Sesame Ginger Chicken, Carnitas Elote, and All-In Veggie. The Sesame Ginger Chicken bowl features seasoned diced chicken, herbed brown rice, arugula, edamame, cucumber, cilantro, red cabb…
Wrong Way DWI Driver Charged After Hackettstown Crash: Police Wrong Way DWI Driver Charged After Hackettstown Crash: Police
Wrong Way DWI Driver Charged After Hackettstown Crash: Police A 50-year-old Hackettstown woman was arrested and charged with assault by auto after she drove the wrong way while drunk, causing a crash, authorities announced Wednesday, Jun 17. On Sunday, March 31, Iwona Jaworski was operating a vehicle northbound in the southbound lane of Willow Grove Street when she struck another vehicle head-on, Hackettstown police said. Officers and emergency medical personnel detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from Jaworski and observed signs consistent with impairment, police said. Jaworski was transported to Morristown Medical Center for medic…
HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California
HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California A day at the beach turned deadly along a stretch of coastline known for sudden danger. Mahial Sran, 20, and Harshita Nair, 21, died after being swept into the Pacific Ocean in Santa Cruz County, California, according to NBC Bay Area. The two women were from Fremont, California, and had graduated from the same high school together in 2023, SFGATE reported. Sran was studying public health at San Jose State University. Nair was a legal studies student at the University of California, Berkeley, according to their LinkedIn bios. The incident happened on Wednesday, June 10, near a natural archw…
Government Shakeup In Affluent NJ Town Too Close To Call Government Shakeup In Affluent NJ Town Too Close To Call
Government Shakeup In Affluent NJ Town Too Close To Call A proposal to overhaul the form of government in one of New Jersey's wealthiest towns was too close to call, according to unofficial results last updated late Tuesday, June 16. As of 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, results for the referendum asking voters whether Millburn should adopt a Council-Manager form of government showed 1,873 voters opposed the township's charter change proposal while 1,823 supported it.  If approved, Millburn would move from partisan Township Committee elections to nonpartisan council elections, expand the governing body from five to seven members, and shif…