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Investigation Shuts Cedar Knolls Neighborhood Investigation Shuts Cedar Knolls Neighborhood
Investigation Shuts Cedar Knolls Neighborhood An investigation and large police presence closed a Morris County neighborhood Wednesday evening, Oct. 9. Hanover police said only that their department and other law enforcement agencies were conducting an investigation near Parker Avenue in Cedar Knolls. Residents were urged to avoid the area.
Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays To See This Year In North Jersey Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays To See This Year In North Jersey
Most Spectacular Christmas Light Displays To See This Year In North Jersey It may be getting dark early but Christmas light displays are keeping New Jersey bright. Daily Voice has partnered with Sandy Nussbaum-Giercyk, the creator of "The Great Holiday Light List: Sights of the Season," to come up with your guide to the best home Christmas light displays across North Jersey. Nussbaum-Giercyk, who owns a Disney-focused travel company, has compiled multiple lists for every county in NJ, FL, NY, PA and MA. "Since we all can't live in Disney every day, holiday lights are the next best way to create magic," she said. "You can see them where ever in the country yo…
Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support
Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support Morris County is mourning the death of a beloved mother of three following a five-year battle with breast cancer. Jeanette (nee-Sanchez) Hayduk died at Morristown Medical Center in the loving embrace of her family on Saturday, July 29, her obituary says. She was 48. Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Jeanette was raised in Puerto Rico and spent time in Lakewood and Bayville before settling in Cedar Knolls 26 years ago. She spent about 10 years working as a production manager for Regal Drapes in Morristown, according to a GoFundMe launched by the company for her family’s support that describe…
Morris County Seafood Restaurant To Shutter — But Another Could Be On The Way Morris County Seafood Restaurant To Shutter — But Another Could Be On The Way
Morris County Seafood Restaurant To Shutter — But Another Could Be On The Way A popular seafood restaurant is shutting down in Morris County, but the owners tell Daily Voice another could be on the way. H2Ocean Restaurant and Raw Bar will close on April 1, but the owners are not ruling out opening up a similar eatery at a new location sometime down the line. H2Ocean first opened in August 2014. It was the restaurant owners' third restaurant, located at 41 Ridgedale Ave. in Cedar Knolls.  Michael Frodella, who owns H2Ocean with his wife, Sylvia, said a developer came forward for a memory care facility and they made a business and family decision to sell. "T…
Assault By Auto Charges For Morris County Man Who Hit Woman With Car During Argument: Police Assault By Auto Charges For Morris County Man Who Hit Woman With Car During Argument: Police
Assault By Auto Charges For Morris County Man Who Hit Woman With Car During Argument: Police A Morris County man who deliberately struck a woman with his car during an argument at a local pizza shop was charged with assault by auto and several other offenses, authorities said. Oscar Trejo Cardona, 25, was charged with assault by auto, operating a vehicle without a license causing serious bodily injury, endangerment, failure to report an accident, careless driving, reckless driving, driving without a license, and leaving the scene of an accident involving personal injury, Hanover Police said in a release on Friday, June 24. Officers responding to the assault report at Milan Pizza in…
SCAM ALERT: Men Used Counterfeit $100 Bills At Several NJ Gas Stations, Police Say SCAM ALERT: Men Used Counterfeit $100 Bills At Several NJ Gas Stations, Police Say
Scam ALERT: Men Used Counterfeit $100 Bills At Several NJ Gas Stations, Police Say Two men have been charged after allegedly using counterfeit bills at several gas stations throughout the Garden State, authorities said Friday. Mohammad Kamara, 30, of Newark, and Tonney Manyango, 29, of Sayreville, are accused of asking for $3.00 worth of gas at QuickChek in Cedar Knolls, paying with a counterfeit $100 bill, and asking for change for a second counterfeit $100 bill on Jan. 4, Hanover Police said. A follow-up investigation found that several other convenience stores throughout New Jersey had recently experienced a similar scam between Jan. 4 and Jan. 6, authorities said. Th…
North Jersey ShopRite Worker Wanted For Multiple Store Thefts: Police North Jersey ShopRite Worker Wanted For Multiple Store Thefts: Police
North Jersey ShopRite Worker Wanted For Multiple Store Thefts: Police A former North Jersey ShopRite worker is wanted by police for multiple store thefts totaling nearly $500, authorities said. Ronald Washington, 41, of Morristown, was seen by loss prevention officers stealing from ShopRite in Cedar Knolls on Dec. 17, Hanover Police said Wednesday. Washington was determined to be a former store employee and had been seen shoplifting on several prior occasions, police said. A warrant has been issued for Washington’s arrest with multiple shoplifting charges totaling $496.
New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside] New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside]
New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside] Hungry for some authentic Asian cuisine? You’ll find just that — and much more — at Morris County's new BYOB Asian restaurant, AiSakae. Opened by Morristown residents Ken and Cindy Chen, AiSakae is located in the Tabor Plaza on Route 53 in Morris Plains and held its grand opening Nov. 29. The eatery’s massive menu features all types of Asian cuisine, from Chinese and Japanese to Thai and of course, sushi. The restaurant’s opening was delayed several times due to problems with outside contractors, according to Rich Catania, who says he started working as a “voice box” for the Chens and had …
Morris County Apartment Fire Under Investigation Morris County Apartment Fire Under Investigation
Morris County Apartment Fire Under Investigation A fire that ripped through an apartment building in Morris County before dawn Friday remained under investigation, authorities said. Crews responding to the reported third-alarm commercial fire at the Powder Mill Heights complex on Gates Court in Parsippany were met with smoky conditions in the lobby and flames in a lower level duplex unit shortly before 1 a.m., the Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department confirmed. After upgrading to a working structure fire, department members made an “aggressive attack” and contained the flames with tools and water cans, authorities said. Fire and emerge…
These Morris County Restaurants Were Voted Among NJ’s Best Of The Year These Morris County Restaurants Were Voted Among NJ’s Best Of The Year
These Morris County Restaurants Were Voted Among NJ’s Best Of The Year Hungry customers throughout the Garden State chose several Morris County restaurants as their favorites for a variety of food categories in a list by NJMonthly. The results, which were selected by voters in February, counted, and revealed by the outlet in October — are divided into restaurants in North, Central and South Jersey. While the outlet says it typically includes food critics’ top picks as well, they were omitted this year due to travel and pandemic restrictions. First, Arthur’s Tavern in Morris Plains — previously praised for its hearty chili and perfectly grilled steaks — was v…
KNOW ANYTHING? Police Probe Morris County Home Break-In KNOW ANYTHING? Police Probe Morris County Home Break-In
Know Anything? Police Probe Morris County Home Break-In Police in Morris County are investigating a home break-in that occurred earlier this month. A residence on South Belair Avenue in Cedar Knolls was burglarized the night of Oct. 9, Hanover Police said in a release Thursday. The homeowner — who was away at the time — was alerted by his home security system and contacted police, who responded to the home and saw that a window had been broken, the department said. The burglar rummaged through the home, though it is not clear what exactly was taken, police said. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Hanover …
PHOTOS: Accused Gunman In Morristown Shooting Captured In Oklahoma On Murder Charge PHOTOS: Accused Gunman In Morristown Shooting Captured In Oklahoma On Murder Charge
Photos: Accused Gunman In Morristown Shooting Captured In Oklahoma On Murder Charge A 27-year-old man wanted in a Morristown killing was captured in Oklahoma and arrested on murder charges, authorities said (scroll down for photos of the arrest). Tyrell Lansing fired multiple rounds at Raijah Scott, 35, of Cedar Knolls, on Aug. 18 around 1 a.m., before leaving in a car, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said. Scott was found with gunshot wounds in the parking lot near 28 Clyde Potts Dr., Carroll said alongside Chief of Detectives Christoph Kimker, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, and Morristown Police Department Acting Chief Darnell Richardson. Following an a…
Morris County Woman, 35, Found With Nearly 7 Pounds Of Psychedelic Drug DMT, Police Say Morris County Woman, 35, Found With Nearly 7 Pounds Of Psychedelic Drug DMT, Police Say
Morris County Woman, 35, Found With Nearly 7 Pounds Of Psychedelic Drug DMT, Police Say A Morris County woman was arrested after police say she was found with more than six pounds of the psychedelic drug DMT. Samone D. Eorio, 35, was taken into custody by the Hanover Township Police Department, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, and the investigative arm of the United States Department of Homeland Security on August 5, Police Chief Mark Roddy said. A joint investigation by federal, county and municipal law enforcement agencies found that Eorio, of Cedar Knolls, was in possession of 3 kilograms — or just over 6.6 pounds — of Dimethyltryptamine, a recreational psychedelic drug, …
Paterson Ex-Con Who Served Time In Shooting Death Of Girl, 12, Busted Selling Drugs Paterson Ex-Con Who Served Time In Shooting Death Of Girl, 12, Busted Selling Drugs
Paterson Ex-Con Who Served Time In Shooting Death Of Girl, 12, Busted Selling Drugs A Paterson ex-con who was involved in the shooting death of a 12-year-old city girl was busted on drug charges. Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik said detectives from his Narcotics Bureau watched as Jeffrey Ellerbee -- who'd only just been released from state prison this past March -- sold heroin to a couple at the corner of Vernon Avenue and East Second Street on Tuesday. The investigators stopped the couple's car and arrested them a short distance away, then grabbed Ellerbee, 28, outside his Lakeview Avenue home, the sheriff said. After getting his consent, they searched the home an…
Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages
Hanover PD: These 2 Dozen Individuals Caused $125K In Graffiti Related Damages Nearly two dozen individuals were arrested for graffiti-related offenses in Hanover. The incident caused more than $125,000 in damage over the last year, Hanover Police Chief Mark Roddy said. "Identifying and charging suspects allows the victim to recover financial assistance in the form of restitution to make repairs," Roddy said. "The Hanover Police hopes these investigations demonstrate our commitment to solving crimes in our jurisdiction and serves as a deterrent for those who wish to do harm."  The following individuals were charged: Marcus Hughes, 31, of Washington, DC, …
Police: Second Man Charged In Shooting Of Paterson Boy, 15, Busted Dealing Outside His House Police: Second Man Charged In Shooting Of Paterson Boy, 15, Busted Dealing Outside His House
Police: Second Man Charged In Shooting Of Paterson Boy, 15, Busted Dealing Outside His House COINCIDENCE? TIP? A Paterson man accused of shooting a 15-year-old boy nearly two years ago was caught selling drugs and carrying a loaded rifle just days after another man charged in the same shooting was captured, authorities said. Detectives watched two drug deals go down Monday before seizing Isaiah Snead, 19, during a raid of his East 38th Street home, city Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale said. Recovered were a “semi-automatic Hungarian FEG Assault rifle with a 75-round high-capacity drum magazine loaded with 65 rounds,” along with a bag of cocaine and 100 heroin folds, Spez…
Most Popular Pizzerias In Morris, Sussex Counties Most Popular Pizzerias In Morris, Sussex Counties
Most Popular Pizzerias In Morris, Sussex Counties Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are plenty you can try today in Morris and Sussex counties. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these pizzerias, however, are dishing up pies we think you'll love. M&S Pizza, Dover Pomodoro Ristorante & Pizzeria, Morristown Fiamma Wood Fired Pizza, Morristown Tabor Pizzeria, Morris Plains Mangiano Pizza Rest…
Winning $33.2 Million Powerball Ticket Sold At This New Jersey QuickChek Winning $33.2 Million Powerball Ticket Sold At This New Jersey QuickChek
Winning $33.2 Million Powerball Ticket Sold At This New Jersey QuickChek A New Jersey Lottery player hit the $33.2 million Powerball jackpot from Saturday's drawing. The lucky ticket was sold at the QuickChek on Ridgedale Avenue in Cedar Knolls (Morris County). The winning numbers were 01, 02, 07, 52 and 62. The Red Power Ball number was 04. The Multiplier number was 03.  The Powerball jackpot reset to $20 million for the next drawing to be held Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 10:59 p.m. “Congratulations to the winner of this multi-million-dollar jackpot," New Jersey Lottery Executive Director James Carey said. "We encourage the winner to sign the back of the …
Morris County Hotel Cited As 'Nuisance Property' For Excessive Calls To Police Morris County Hotel Cited As 'Nuisance Property' For Excessive Calls To Police
Morris County Hotel Cited As 'Nuisance Property' For Excessive Calls To Police The owner of a hotel in Morris County will appear in court for a special complaint after police say they responded to too many calls within a 60-day period. Naik Mehulkuma, owner of the Red Carpet Inn & Scottish Inn in Cedar Knolls, was cited for violating the “nuisance property” township ordinance on August 12. The hotel was considered a “nuisance property” after police responded to 30 calls in less than 60 days between June and August, authorities said. Calls for alarms and medical aid were not included in the count, authorities said. Mehulkuma was issued a special complaint for vio…
Police: Randolph Man Refusing To Fix Face Mask Scalds QuickChek Cashier With Hot Coffee Police: Randolph Man Refusing To Fix Face Mask Scalds QuickChek Cashier With Hot Coffee
Police: Randolph Man Refusing To Fix Face Mask Scalds QuickChek Cashier With Hot Coffee A QuickChek cashier suffered burns on her legs when a Randolph man threw his hot coffee on her after she asked him to readjust his face mask, authorities said. John Dedolce, 42, was wearing a mask that was only covering his mouth at the QuickChek on Ridgedale Avenue in Cedar Knolls when the cashier asked him to pull it up to cover his nose last Friday, Hanover Police said in a release. Dedolce was asked repeatedly but continually refused to fix his mask, prompting the cashier to cancel his order and ask him to leave, authorities said. Dedolce then threw the food he was attempting…
Ulta Beauty To Close 19 Stores Ulta Beauty To Close 19 Stores
Ulta Beauty To Close 19 Stores Ulta Beauty announced plans to close 19 stores this year. Shops slated to get the ax have not been announced, but the beauty supplies chain has shops across New Jersey that could be impacted. Ulta Beauty top officials blamed COVID-19’s economic disruption as the reason for the cuts. Even while it closes some stores, Ulta Beauty has plans to open 30 more. Efforts will be made to transfer employees from closed shops to new or already existing ones, the company said in a press release. In New Jersey, Ulta has stores in Edgewater, Clifton, Maywood, Garfield, Cedar Knolls, Wayne, Montvale, L…
Brittany McGuinness Of Cedar Knolls Dies, 32 Brittany McGuinness Of Cedar Knolls Dies, 32
Brittany McGuinness Of Cedar Knolls Dies, 32 The community is mourning the loss of a 32-year-old Cedar Knolls woman who died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 13. Brittany McGuinness was born in Ridgewood. She moved to Paterson and later Wayne, graduating from Wayne Hills in 2005, her obituary says. Brittany's love and ability for music was part of her identity, according to her obituary. After participating in several choirs and musical groups through school, she studied music at Monmouth University, earning her bachelor’s degree. However, her career ultimately went in a different direction, having most recently been employed as an &nbs…
Police: Cedar Knolls Shoplifter Punched, Shoved Walmart Employee Police: Cedar Knolls Shoplifter Punched, Shoved Walmart Employee
Police: Cedar Knolls Shoplifter Punched, Shoved Walmart Employee A Cedar Knolls man was caught on surveillance video punching and shoving a Walmart employee who confronted him for shoplifting, authorities charged. A man later identified as Tyler R. Negron was seen by a Walmart worker only scanning some items at a self-checkout station on May 16, Hanover Police Chief Mark D. Roddy said. When the employee asked to see his receipt, 21-year-old Negron punched him in the face and fled with the stolen items, Roddy said. Authorities identified Negron using surveillance footage, and arrested him at his home on May 21, authorities said.  Negron was lo…
Police: Man Breaks Glass Door At Hanover 7-Eleven Over Soda Price Dispute Police: Man Breaks Glass Door At Hanover 7-Eleven Over Soda Price Dispute
Police: Man Breaks Glass Door At Hanover 7-Eleven Over Soda Price Dispute A man who police say punched and broke a window during a dispute over soda prices at a 7-Eleven in Cedar Knolls has been charged with criminal mischief and simple assault. Hanover Police were called to 7-Eleven on Ridgedale Avenue for a dispute on Tuesday, May 5, authorities said. Further investigation and review of video surveillance footage revealed that Kevin Drury, 44, of West Orange had punched and broken one of the store’s front glass door panels during a fight over soda prices, authorities said. Drury was charged with criminal mischief, simple assault and disorderly conduct. He was …
Morris County Dad, Dumont Native Greg Gibson Dies After Battle With Leukemia Morris County Dad, Dumont Native Greg Gibson Dies After Battle With Leukemia
Morris County Dad, Dumont Native Greg Gibson Dies After Battle With Leukemia Gregory Gibson of Morris Plains died Tuesday, June 25 after a year-long battle with leukemia. He was 53 years old. A Dumont native, Gibson leaves behind his wife, Melissa, and three children, Jeremy, Kyle and Kelly. More than $11,700 had been raised for the family on a GoFundMe as of Saturday morning. "We will all miss Greg's kindness, generosity, and his amazing sense of humor," campaign founder Jeff Axelrad wrote on the page.  Greg worked as a managing director at BNY Mellon, and previously as the director of business solutions at Pershing LLC. He was with Lockheed Martin Spa…