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Newly-Released Bodycam Footage Shows DUI Arrest Of Sean Higgins After Gaudreau Brothers' Deaths
CBS Philadelphia has released bodycam footage showing the moments leading up to the DUI arrest of Sean Higgins, who struck and killed NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew on Aug. 29, 2024, in New Jersey. The 9-minute, 37-second video, obtained from the New Jersey State Police, captures 43-year-old Higgins, of Woodstown, being walked through field sobriety tests by officers. During the interaction, Higgins admits to consuming five to six beers since noon that day. At one point during the test, Higgins says: "I'm sorry I'm just freaked out what am I supposed to be doing again?" …
Lifestyle
Eggnog, Step Aside: Paterson Coquito Queen Spreads Holiday Joy With Every Sip
This holiday season, New Yorkers and New Jerseyans are raising their glasses to Coquito, the creamy, coconut-infused Puerto Rican drink that’s outshining eggnog as the region’s go-to festive cocktail, a new study by Drinksworld shows. The creamy blend of coconut milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and rum is cementing its place as a holiday classic, showcasing the Northeast’s diverse tastes and cultural influences. The study, which analyzed Google search data for festive drinks, found Coquito leading the pack in NY and NJ, while Eggnog topped the charts in 12 states and Hot Buttered Rum in 10. F…
Lifestyle
'Everybody Wants To Be In It:' Julie Bowen Dishes On 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming In NJ
Julie Bowen is spilling the "Happy Gilmore 2" tea! Well, some of it. In a recent episode of the "Breaking Bread with Tom Papa" podcast, the actress discussed why she returned to reprise her role as Virginia Venit in the sequel to the Adam Sandler classic "Happy Gilmore," which has been filming across New Jersey. Bowen didn't divulge many plot details but said there are 165 actors appearing in the movie, making it a massive undertaking to film. Bowen, most recently known for her work on the sitcom "Modern Family," said the cast includes A-list stars, famous musicians, and others you wouldn'…
Lifestyle
Jeopardy! Showdown: Navy Vet Dave Bond Blitzes Long Island, New Jersey Contestants
Clue: This New Yorker came out on top in Thursday's tri-state area Jeopardy! showdown between contestants from Long Island, upstate New York, and New Jersey. Who is West Henrietta native Dave Bond? The US Navy vet who works as a freelance researcher easily topped New Jersey business support analyst Lisa DiLeo and two-time returning champion Stevie Ruiz, a Montauk resident who claimed nearly $36,000 during a short-lived run this week on the beloved quiz show. Bond got off to a quick start and never slowed down, though he trailed the defending champion when they went into the first break, af…
Lifestyle
'What A Title': Bob Dylan Raves About
Nj-s
hot Biopic Starring Timothée Chalamet
Bob Dylan is praising a new biopic about him that was filmed all over New Jersey. "There’s a movie about me opening soon called A Complete Unknown (what a title!)," Dylan wrote on social media. "Timothee Chalamet is starring in the lead role. Timmy’s a brilliant actor so I’m sure he’s going to be completely believable as me. Or a younger me. Or some other me. The film’s taken from Elijah Wald’s 'Dylan Goes Electric' – a book that came out in 2015. It’s a fantastic retelling of events from the early ‘60s that led up to the fiasco at Newport. After you’ve seen the movie read the book." 'A Com…
News
NJ Mall Santa's Leg-Saving Surgery Puts Him Back In The Sleigh — Just In Time For Christmas
A beloved New Jersey mall Santa who nearly lost his leg to diabetes is back to spreading holiday cheer, thanks to a life-saving surgery at Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center. Santa is used to giving gifts, not receiving them, but this holiday season, 73-year-old Ronald Fierro will once again take pictures with children sitting on his lap, thanks to a unique surgery that saved his leg. Fierro, a retired high school teacher and Boy Scouts shooting instructor from Brick Township, has been delighting families as Santa Claus for years at the Freehold Raceway Mall. In Marc…
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NJ Man Wins Second $1M Jackpot With NY Lottery Scratch-Off
Lightning has struck twice for a New Jersey man, who just claimed his second $1 million prize from a New York Lottery scratch-off game in under two years. Kevin Brady’s latest win came from the Cashword Bonus instant game, securing him a $1 million top prize. His lucky ticket was purchased at Yemsali Grocery, Inc., located at 881 Tenth Ave. in Manhattan, according to the New York Lottery. This isn’t the East Brunswick resident's first brush with luck. In September 2023, he took home another $1 million top prize from the Millionaire Maker scratch-off ticket. For his most recent win, Brady o…
Police & Fire
Exxon Workers Disarm Masked Gunman In Attempted Route 23 Armed Robbery: Police
A masked man who attempted to rob a Passaic County gas station at gunpoint was arrested after employees fought him off and wrestled the weapon away, police said. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at the Exxon Gas Station on Route 23 South, according to New Milford police. The suspect, later identified as Cole Labita, of Oak Ridge in Jefferson Township, entered the station with a firearm and demanded cash from the register, police said. A scuffle broke out between Labita and the employees, spilling into the parking lot, where the employees managed to …
Police & Fire
Man Tries Carjacking Woman After GWB Crash, Found With High-Capacity Magazine:
Papd
A 26-year-old New Jersey man was arrested and charged after a two-car crash turned into an attempted carjacking on the evening of Sunday, Dec. 1, authorities said. A car with two men, including Frederick Antonio Castillo, crashed into another car, the New York Daily News reported, citing a source with Port Authority police. Castillo and the other man ran over to the woman's car and tried to open the doors, but she locked them, the Daily News said. One of the men was brandishing a firearm as he demanded the woman open the doors, the Daily News said. After failing to get in the car, Castillo …
Weather
What Are Snow Squalls? Winter Weather Hazard Forecast In NJ, PA: Here's What To Know
A storm system moving in brings the potential for snow squalls, 55 mph winds, and frigid temps mid-week in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, forecasters have said in a new update. ⚠️❄️🌬️ Not much change to the forecast for tonight through Thursday. Some snow showers may result in some light... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 A powerful cold front is set to sweep through the region tonight into Thursday, Dec. 5, bringing snow showers, potential travel hazards, and wind gusts as high as 55 mph, according to the National Weather …
News
DUI Driver From NJ Who Killed Bride Delivers Desperate Apology Before Sentencing
A former New Jersey resident has been sentenced to prison time in a golf cart crash that killed a bride and injured her groom on their wedding night in April 2023. Jamie Lee Komoroski, 26, a Hunterdon County native, was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Monday, Dec. 2, after pleading guilty to reckless homicide, felony DUI causing death, and two counts of felony DUI causing great bodily injury in South Carolina. Komoroski drunkenly rear-ended the golf cart that 34-year-old Samantha Miller and her new husband, Aric Hutchinson, were riding in, in Folly Beach, SC. Police have s…
Weather
Here's How Much Snow Bergen County Could See Amid Powerful Cold Front This Week: NWS
A powerful cold front is set to move through the region mid-week, bringing light snow and widespread gusts of 40-50 mph, with higher totals in some areas, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storm is expected to bring rain and snow showers starting Wednesday night, Dec. 4, with minor snowfall accumulations possible through Thursday morning. Most areas in New Jersey will see less than one inch of snow, while higher elevations in northern counties, such as Sussex and Morris, could receive up to two inches. The bigger concern is the strong winds forecasted for Thursday morning…
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NJ's Gas Tax Jumps Again: Here's How Much You'll Be Paying At The Pump
Start saving those pennies, New Jersey. Come Jan. 1, 2025, the gas tax is getting a New Year’s makeover — up by 2.6 cents per gallon, the state's Treasury Department announced Monday, Dec. 2. Consider it your annual donation to the potholed paradise we call home. This bump, which nudges the total tax on gas to 44.9 cents per gallon (diesel drivers, you're coughing up 51.9 cents), is all part of the state’s plan to fund critical transportation projects. Want smooth roads and sturdy bridges? Someone’s gotta pay, and spoiler alert: it’s you. "Based on our review of the consumption data,…
News
Member Of NJ Band 'My Chemical Romance' Dead At 44: Remembering Bob Bryar
Bob Bryar, the drummer for New Jersey-based band My Chemical Romance died this month in Tennessee at 44 years old, as first reported by TMZ. According to TMZ, Bryar's body was found badly decomposed at his home in Tennessee. No foul play was suspected. In a statement to CNN, My Chemical Romance said: “The band asks for your patience and understanding as they process the news of Bob’s passing.” My Chemical Romance, famous for songs "Helena" and "The Black Parade," was founded in the early 2000s by Gerard Way, a Summit native raised in Belleville; his brother, Mikey Way, Ray T…
Politics
Trump Nominates NJ's Charles Kushner For Ambassador To France
President-elect Donald Trump has named New Jersey's Charles Kushner to serve as the United States Ambassador to France, he announced Saturday, Nov. 30. Kushner, 70, an Elizabeth native, is the father of Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and was pardoned by Trump in 2020, having been convicted years earlier of illegal campaign contributions, tax evasion, and witness tampering. Trump announced the nomination on social media, calling Kushner "a tremendous business leader, philanthropist, and dealmaker" who will "strongly advocate for our country and its interests." Kushner, the fou…
Business
Cucumbers, Eggs Recalled Due To Risk Of Salmonella Contamination
Cucumbers distributed throughout the US and Canada and organic eggs sold in 25 Costco stores in several states have been recalled due to the risk of Salmonella contamination. Cucumber recall SunFed Produce, LLC (SunFed) is recalling all sizes of whole fresh American cucumbers packaged in bulk cardboard containers labeled with the “SunFed” label or in a generic white box or black plastic crate with a sticker that provides the implicated grower’s name “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V." The recalled cucumbers were sold between Saturday, Oct. 12, through Thursday, Nov. 26, 2024. The whole fresh America…
Obituaries
Body Of NJ Law Clerk, 29, Found In River
A 29-year-old man from western Massachusetts and law clerk for the State of New Jersey has been identified as the person police pulled from the Connecticut River earlier this week. Daniel Esrick, a Northampton native, was found Monday, Nov. 25, near the Gill side of Route 2, the Northwestern District Attorney's Office said. It's unclear how long he had been in the water. Daniel was a talented student, according to his obituary. He studied biology and physics at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst before matriculating to the Temple University Beasley School of Law, where he g…
News
Cold Hard Cuts, Continued: Unilever Announces Additional Layoffs At NJ Headquarters
Unilever has announced that 149 positions at its New Jersey offices will be eliminated over the next 13 months as part of the company’s global productivity program. Impacted employees will have the opportunity to apply for open positions within the company, receive severance pay, and access outplacement services and development training, according to a statement from Unilever. The company’s U.S. headquarters will remain in New Jersey, transitioning from Englewood Cliffs to a new location in Hoboken beginning March 2025. The job cuts are part of Unilever’s broader Growth Action Plan (…
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NJ Amazon Worker Deaths Spark Federal Lawsuit: What Really Happened?
A support group for warehouse workers has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), demanding transparency into three worker deaths at Amazon warehouses across the state in 2022. The lawsuit, filed in the District of New Jersey this week, accuses the DOL of violating the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by failing to release Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigation records. The complaint, submitted by Leonia resident Daniel Schlademan, highlights alarming allegations about the working conditions at Amazon facilities in Carteret and …
News
$10K Mega Millions Winner Sold At Bergen County 7-Eleven, Jackpot Climbs To $514M
The Mega Millions jackpot is climbing into life-changing territory after no one matched all the winning numbers in Tuesday night’s, Nov. 26 drawing. The prize now stands at a staggering $514 million ahead of Friday’s drawing. One lucky ticket sold at a 7-Eleven in Lyndhurst did make a splash, winning $10,000 for matching four of the five numbers and the Mega Ball, lottery officials said. This jackpot is the largest since Sept. 10, when a Texas player won $800 million. Other massive wins this year include a $560 million jackpot hit in Illinois in June and the $1.13 billion jackpot won by a N…
Business
New Update On Food Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving meals just a day away, there are concerns over the nation's food supply after multiple major recalls the last few days. Federal authorities are now saying that all products linked to the outbreaks are off the shelves and products currently being sold are safe to eat. After a deadly E. coli outbreak, a California-based company pulled bagged organic carrots from such popular retailers as Whole Foods, Walmart and Trader Joe's. For the latest info from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), click here. In a Listeria outbreak linked to meat and poultry pr…
Obituaries
Gym Teacher From Bergen County Betsy Groat Left Major Impact On Students
A beloved teacher who was a fixture at a Northern Westchester high school for decades is being remembered for her contagious positive energy and her tremendous impact on her students throughout her long career. Elizabeth “Betsy” Groat of Ho-Ho-Kus in Bergen County died on Wednesday, Oct. 30 after a battle with cancer, according to her obituary. Groat, who taught physical education and coached at Westlake High School in Thornwood, dedicated 38 years to inspiring and supporting student-athletes in the Mount Pleasant School District, according to a GoFundMe page created in her honor that i…
Police & Fire
Kayaker, 35, Found Floating In NJ Quarry Dies
A 35-year-old man died after being pulled from the water near a privately-owned quarry over the weekend in New Jersey, authorities said. Troopers responded to the Alpha Quarry at approximately 5:20 p.m. on Nov. 24, following a report of a kayaker in distress. Local police and fire departments located the victim, identified as Justin Lusk, of Alpha, floating in the water, Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. Lusk was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident remains under active investigation, and no additional details have been released.
News
Watch Kelly Clarkson Surprise NJ High School Choir With Special Holiday Invite
A group of New Jersey high school singers got an unforgettable surprise during their appearance on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" last week. Scarlet Sound, the acclaimed a cappella group from Neptune High School, was among 72 choirs that auditioned for the chance to perform at the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony. When they appeared on the show, the students and their director, Erin Radvanski, believed they were still in the running as finalists. Little did they know, Clarkson had a big reveal in store. Live on air, the talk show host delivered the thrilling news: Scar…
News
NJ Mom Dies After Childbirth Complications, Leaving Behind HS Sweetheart Husband, 2 Children
A young mother from New Jersey has tragically passed away following complications from childbirth, leaving behind her husband and two children, including a newborn son. Britany Cano died on Nov. 24, 2024, just days after welcoming her son, Mateo, into the world. She is survived by her husband, Elvis, their newborn son, and their daughter, Leia, according to a GoFundMe launched for the family by Meghan Damico. Britany, remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and friend, had been thrilled to grow her family with Elvis, her high school sweetheart. Tragically, though, Britany developed …
News
ICE's Controversial Plans To Expand NJ Detention Centers Revealed By ACLU
U.S. Immigration and Customers Enforcement( ICE) is exploring plans to expand immigration detention facilities in New Jersey, potentially adding 600 beds across the state, according to documents obtained by the ACLU through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit. The revelations come as concerns mount over President-elect Donald Trump’s promise of a large-scale deportation and detention program. Advocates have criticized the Biden administration for enabling this expansion, warning it could pave the way for sweeping actions against immigrant communities. Two facilities under considerat…
News
New Charges For 'Sugar Daddy' Predator Who Used Meth-Laced Drinks To Assault NJ, PA Women: DA
Andrew Gallo, a 40-year-old self-proclaimed "sugar daddy," has been charged with drugging and sexually assaulting 11 women he met on dating sites, including sugardaddymeet.com, Bucks County authorities announced Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. Gallo allegedly followed a disturbing pattern with his victims: He would boast about his bartending skills, serve them spiked drinks from pre-opened bottles, and then assault them at his Levittown, Pennsylvania home, authorities detailed in court documents obtained by Daily Voice. The newly amended complaint now includes six additional victims, including…
News
$2M In Lottery Prizes Sold Across New Jersey This Week: Here's Where
New Jersey Lottery players celebrated a winning streak last week, with 12 prizes of $10,000 or more claimed from Nov. 18 to Nov. 24. Among the biggest prizes were two $500,000 top wins, and over $2 million in total winnings, according to the NJ Lottery. Here’s a full breakdown of this week’s winners and where the lucky tickets were sold: Nov. 18, 2024: Powerball – $150,000, HC Good Neighbor Pharmacy, 1071 Route 37, Toms River, Ocean County. Candy Cane Cash – $100,000, A & M Convenience, 2201 South Clinton Ave., South Plainfield, Middlesex County. Crossword – $20,000, MPM Servic…
Events
'Jackass' Legend Steve-O Hits NJ For One-Night-Only Show: Expect The Unexpected
Steve-O, the iconic daredevil and comedy star from MTV's Jackass, is making his way to New Jersey for a one-night-only performance on his Super Dummy Tour. The show will take place Monday, Nov. 25, at the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Basie Center Campus, located at 99 Monmouth St. in Red Bank. Tickets range from $32.75 to $52.75 and are available now. Best known for his over-the-top stunts and fearless antics on "Jackass," Steve-O has since become a global entertainment icon, combining his wild energy with stand-up comedy to deliver a truly unique performance. Fans in Monm…
News
Casting
CALL: Rom-Com Drama Filming In NJ Seeks Local Talent, Pays $1.1K
Are you an aspiring actor looking to break into the film industry? A new romantic comedy-drama feature film, Soma Ulte, is casting talent from New Jersey, New York City, and the surrounding area, with roles paying up to $1,100. Directed by Byron Ruf and written by Jacob Nagle, "Soma Ulte" tells the story of Aidan Axelrod, a 19-year-old aspiring screenwriter who is openly gay and privately on the autism spectrum. Aidan navigates his feelings for his bisexual best friend, Blake, while managing the complexities of social interactions. The production is looking to fill multiple lead and support…
News
1 Dead, 10 Sickened, Including In NJ, In Listeria Outbreak Involving Meat, Poultry Products
A multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to meat and poultry products has killed an infant and sickened at least 10 others. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials are investigating infections linked to recalled Yu Shang Food ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. The illnesses were in New York, New Jersey, California, and Illinois between Wednesday, July 31 and Thursday, Oct. 24, the agency said. Of 11 people with information available, nine have been hospitalized. In California, one pregnant woman and her twins were sick and both infants died. But …
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