N.J. man faces life in prison after being caught with 21 kilograms of cocaine,...
Samuel Alectus was convicted for trafficking over 100 kg of cocaine and faces life in prison; sentencing is set for October 2026.
Wood-Ridge Italian Spot Closing After 17 Years
A longtime Bergen County restaurant is preparing to serve its final meals after 17 years in business. Justin's Ristorante II, located at 269 Hackensack St., in Wood-Ridge, will permanently close on Sunday, July 26, the owner announced in a farewell letter. The owner thanked the community for making …
ICE detainers issued for 3 suspects charged in Edgewater spa robberies
A white Toyota Camry and a silver Volkswagen Jetta helped crack a string of armed robberies at Edgewater spas, leading to charges against four people from the Bronx and Brooklyn.
Missing former Dover Town Supervisor spotted in Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal
DOVER PLAINS — New York State Police said missing former Dover Town Supervisor Ryan Courtien was seen in New York City hours after his reported disappearance on Sunday, July 12. Investigators said Courtien was observed exiting a Metro-North train at 12:38 p.m., three hours after his reported disappearance. He...
Severe Weather Threat Rises in Several States: Hail, Tornadoes Possible
Residents across the New York City metropolitan area and the broader tri-state region should prepare for a notably active weather day on Saturday, as a powerful storm system moves through the Northeast. Forecasters warn that the combination of atmospheric conditions could produce strong to severe thunderstorms capable
‘For Stronger Schools’ Jersey City BOE slate has Taube, Verdibello, & 2 newcomers
The latest iteration of the “For Stronger Schools” Jersey City Board of Education (BOE) slate consists of Jessica Taube, former Trustee Gina Verdibello, as well as first time candidates Chloe Williams and Danielle Walker. “Jersey City is not short on talent, commitment or resources. What families need is...
NYC mayor invites woman to address meeting and say that evictions are ‘VIOLENCE’
The comments came at a press conference at New York's Tenement Museum, where Zohran Mamdani unveiled his new progressive housing plan.
Large fire rips through recycling plant warehouse in Hunts Point
Crews responded to a fire at 638 Longfellow Ave. just after 7 a.m.
NYC area faces a tornado risk this weekend
The good news: Widespread storms Saturday will thin out that Canadian wildfire smoke choking the tri-state. The bad news: Severe weather is likely. Parts of New Jersey and even New York City face a tornado risk. Storms could start firing up in the early afternoon. Overall, in terms of severe...
School Board Extends Superintendent’s Contract Five Years, Over Mayoral and Parental Objections
At the end of a special Jersey City Board of Education meeting Thursday night, applause and cheers erupted from roughly four dozen Jersey City Public Schools teachers and paraprofessionals crammed inside a packed, sweltering conference room at the school district’s central office. Get the the news you won’t find...
