Mystery figure in camo pants seen circling Newark home at 2 a.m.
Man caught on camera roaming Newark backyard in early morning
Accused drug trafficker extradited to St. Lawrence Co. after release from NJ prison
CANTON, New York (WWNY) - A man accused of operating as a major drug trafficker is back in St. Lawrence County to face charges filed six years ago. According to District Attorney Gary Pasqua, Keith Rodriguez was extradited earlier this week from New Jersey, where he was just released from prison.
Juvenile among 4 arrested in Paramus car burglary bust
Four people, including a 15 year old boy were arrested in Paramus and charged with their connection in a motor vehicle burglary in Oradell, police said.
Township reports one homicide in 2025
IRVINGTON — The township recently announced that it had recorded just one homicide during 2025. “One life lost is one life too many,” Mayor Tony Vauss said in a pamphlet announcing the statistic. “Our goal is zero – zero homicides, zero violence. But what this year demonstrates is that disciplined leadership,...
‘It’s about time.’ Relief grows in Newark as TSA pay plan moves forward; passengers...
Many travelers told News 12 it was long overdue. Tony Montanez said, “It’s about time… our politicians just need to chill and… get the work done like this is ridiculous.”
Newark, NJ Locals Won’t Stop Talking About This Under‑The‑Radar Tavern
In the Ironbound section of Newark, Burke’s Tavern has quietly evolved from a low‑key corner spot into one of the area’s most talked‑about New American burger and pizza hangouts. 😋. Locals heading home from work, concert‑goers pre‑gaming near NJPAC and the Prudential Center, and out‑of‑towners searching...
West Orange firefighters rescue one person from top‑floor townhouse blaze
One person was hospitalized Friday morning after being rescued from the top floor of a burning townhouse on Clarken Drive. West Orange Fire Department units arrived to find smoke coming from a three-story, wood-frame occupied residence. Firefighters immediately launched an interior attack to suppress the main body of...
Long Island’s Dereck Johnson Competes On Wheel Of Fortune
That's what the Central Islip resident told Ryan Seacrest as the “Wheel of Fortune” episode opened on Thursday, March 26. He will certainly get it, and a whole lot more. Johnson pulled in $27,167 and a trip to Tuscany on the long-running game show. He told host Ryan Seacrest he wanted to order everything on a...
N.J. man dies after fire tears through townhouse
A 55-year-old West Orange man died Wednesday when a fire tore through his Essex County home, authorities said. The fire was reported shortly after 1 p.m. in a townhouse at 108 Clarken Drive. Firefighters discovered Sean S. Tracy in a bed within the master bedroom, according to Essex County Prosecutor...
5 New Businesses Opening in Journal Square in 2026
Journal Square’s fast-paced evolution is one thing to look forward to in 2026. Many businesses have made plans to open in Journal Square for 2026, from local gems, fast-casual eateries, and even a general merchandise store that locals are sure to stop at. Read on for more about new businesses coming to Journal Square...

















