July’s Times Square Ball drop won’t be a ‘public event.’ Here’s why.
The Times Square ball drop to celebrate America's 250th birthday will no longer be open to the public. While the event itself will be broadcast live, there will not be a public event in the Times Square plazas, America250 confirmed to USA TODAY in an April 9 statement. "We are working through standard coordination with city partners and look forward to sharing additional details...
Emmanuel Chance escapes with split decision over Angel Munoz
NEWARK, N.J. – Emmanuel Chance had been looking forward to his first bout in his home state since he was 10 years old. After six rounds, his homecoming turned into the scare of a lifetime. Get instant access to cash and rewards with our PayPal Business Debit Mastercard®.
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Man charged with drug offenses after Route 10 traffic stop in Morris County
DENVILLE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — A Union County man was charged with drug and traffic offenses following a motor vehicle stop early April 5 in Denville, police said. Officers were patrolling Route 10 West around 12:50 a.m. when they observed a vehicle failing to maintain its lane and...
🎁 Free Furniture Finds in Newark — Dressers, Beds & More
Looking to refresh your home without spending a dime? Newark neighbors are giving away some great furniture pieces this week. Check out what’s available below and see if something fits your space.
New Sandwich Shop, The Salty Cow, Opens in Bloomfield
A new sandwich spot just opened at 73 Park Avenue in Bloomfield and is cooking up something new for the local dining scene. The Salty Cow serves everything from breakfast wraps, signature sandwiches, pastries, coffee, and more, bringing a fresh option to sandwich lovers in Bloomfield. Read on to learn more about The Salty Cow’s arrival in Bloomfield, NJ.
N.J. sheriff’s officer dies in crash, authorities say
A Union County Sheriff’s Office officer died Friday morning in a crash, the office announced. The office did not share details of the crash that killed Joseph DeVito, saying the incident is under investigation by the New Jersey State Police. The state police investigate crashes on major New Jersey...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in New York — Furniture, Books & More
Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? This week around New York City, neighbors are giving away all kinds of free items — from furniture and baby gear to books and even comedy show tickets.
Staten Island widow devastated after NYC tows and destroys one-of-a-kind memorial truck to late...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Staten Island woman says the city acted “cruelly” when city Sanitation Department workers towed and scrapped a bright green custom truck — a memorial to her late husband — that had stood for years outside his Brooklyn auto shop. Maria...
N.J. city takes aim at illegal basement apartments after fires and flooding
The city of East Orange this week launched a new program aimed at protecting residents from unsafe apartments while helping landlords bring illegal units into compliance. Mayor Ted R. Green said the initiative, known as S.O.S., or Save Ourselves,, responds to the growing number of illegal basement apartments and recent regional tragedies involving fires and flooding in below‑grade dwellings.
