Fall into this week's NJ.com News Quiz
Were you paying attention to local news this week? As the calendar turns to autumn, it's time for another NJ.com New Quiz. There are no mentions of pumpkin spice or fall leaves here; just seven...
View ArticleExpanding clothing chain Yogasmoga to open first N.J. location
Athletic apparel store is coming to the Mall at Short Hills. MILLBURN -- Yogasmoga, a growing New York-based athletic apparel company, is opening its first New Jersey location this fall. The chain,...
View ArticleFamily of man killed by police demands federal investigation
Family members and supporters of a Newark man fatally shot by police called Thursday for a federal probe into the killing, a day after a state grand jury declined to the indict the officers involved....
View ArticleDog has lots of energy, needs active owners
WEST CALDWELL — Amelia is a 6-year-old pit bull/Plott hound mix in the care of Orphaned Pets. Volunteers say she is an extremely energetic dog who likes to romp in the snow. Amelia needs owners who...
View ArticleSurveillance system helps cops nab alleged wine shop computer thief
Clifton man was arrested Thursday, police said. NUTLEY -- Police have arrested a man who they say was caught on camera swiping a computer from a township wine store. Joseph Sanangelo, 48, or Clifton,...
View ArticleN.J.'s richest man razes Corzine's ex-wife's mansion, builds bigger mansion
David Tepper built a home nearly twice the size after buying it from his ex-boss' former wife An overhead view of the Sagaponack, N.Y. mansion built by Livingston hedge fund billionaire David...
View ArticleMulti-car accident reported on Pulaski Skyway
A multi-car accident on the Pulaski Skyway is tying up traffic in the area, Kearny police said. A multi-car accident on the Pulaski Skyway this morning is tying up traffic on the bridge, Kearny police...
View ArticleMan caught on camera stealing package from mailbox (VIDEO)
Newark man was arrested while paying a fine for an unrelated theft charge at the Bloomfield police station, authorities said. Watch video BLOOMFIELD -- A Newark man is facing theft charges after...
View ArticleSenior Wellness Day returns to recreation complex
WEST ORANGE — Local seniors are invited to the 10th annual Essex County Senior Wellness Day on Sept. 29 at the South Mountain Recreation Complex at 560 Northfield Ave. Free and open to all county...
View ArticleN.J. inspectors find pesticides at medical marijuana dispensary
State health inspectors have cited the state's largest medical marijuana dispensary after finding pesticides at its Woodbridge facility, although no traces of the bug-killing substance was detected in...
View ArticleAuthorities investigating fatal daytime shootings in Newark, Irvington
Shootings happened Friday, officials confirmed. Shooting happened Friday morning in the city, officials confirmed. File photo. NEWARK -- Authorities confirmed they are investigating a fatal shooting...
View Article2 injured in 4-car accident on Pulaski Skyway, police say
Traffic was completely shut down on the 83-year-old bridge following the accident, which was reported at around 10:15 a.m., Kearny police officer Jose Resua said. Two people suffered minor injuries in...
View Article20-year sentence for NJ man convicted of growing marijuana
A West New York man has been sentenced to 20 years in state prison for growing large crops of marijuana inside two buildings in Newark. David Companioni (left) will serve 20 years in state prison....
View ArticleBaraka sued by former Newark corporation counsel over firing
Former Newark corporation counsel Karen Brown alleges she was fired in retaliation for whistle-blowing activities NEWARK -- A former corporation counsel for Newark is suing Mayor Ras Baraka over...
View ArticleChristie orders flags to be lowered in honor of Yogi Berra
Yankee legend and longtime Montclair resident died Tuesday TRENTON -- Gov. Chris Christie has ordered all flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff Sept. 29 in honor of Yankee legend and...
View ArticleProfessor rejects claim she 'raped' disabled man
Essex County Assistant Prosecutor Eric Plant pressed Rutgers-Newark professor Stubblefield about the sexual encounters with the disabled man and the controversial technique she claims to have used to...
View ArticleSandy victims need help to get banks off their backs | Di Ionno
Bills pending in Trenton to stop foreclosures Debra and Steve Corrado's home in the Silverton section of Toms River, is stranded high its foundation, unlivable. They're waiting for their third...
View ArticleEssex authorities ID victims in fatal daytime shootings
Authorities have identified two men killed Friday morning in separate shootings in Newark and Irvington. Authorities continue to investigate separate Friday morning shooting deaths in Irvington and...
View ArticleNewark teacher who allegedly spanked preschooler has license revoked
State board ordered last week that the teacher's license be revoked. State board ordered last week that the teacher's license be revoked. File photo. NEWARK -- A former city teacher has been stripped...
View ArticlePolice probing death of 68-year-old Newark man
The unidentified man was found dead in the 300 block of Sherman Avenue Saturday night, according to authorities Police are investigating the death of a 68-year-old Newark man Saturday night. (File...
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