NJ Transit, Amtrak Delays Derail Return To Work: 'Another Stellar Day On The Rails' NJ Transit, Amtrak Delays Derail Return To Work: 'Another Stellar Day On The Rails'
NJ Transit, Amtrak Delays Derail Return To Work: 'Another Stellar Day On The Rails' The post-Thanksgiving return to work turned into a nightmare for NJ Transit and Amtrak commuters Monday morning, Dec. 2, as overhead wire issues near Newark Penn Station triggered widespread delays and frustration. Starting around 8:45 a.m., North Jersey Coast Line and Northeast Corridor services were suspended in both directions, while Raritan Valley Line trains into and out of Penn Station New York faced delays of up to 60 minutes, NJ Transit said. Service resumed at 10:35 a.m., but the damage was done. Riders, already bracing for the first day back at work after the long holiday weekend,…
Member Of NJ Band 'My Chemical Romance' Dead At 44: Remembering Bob Bryar Member Of NJ Band 'My Chemical Romance' Dead At 44: Remembering Bob Bryar
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…
Tenafly's Edan Alexander, Hamas Hostage Seen Pleading For Freedom In Newly-Released Video Tenafly's Edan Alexander, Hamas Hostage Seen Pleading For Freedom In Newly-Released Video
Tenafly's Edan Alexander, Hamas Hostage Seen Pleading For Freedom In Newly-Released Video For the first time since his abduction by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023, New Jersey's Edan Alexander has appeared in a video released by the terrorist group. The harrowing footage, shared on Saturday, Nov. 30, shows the 20-year-old Israeli-American, who hails from Tenafly, crying and pleading for his life in a message directed to Israeli and American leaders. Speaking in both Hebrew and English, Alexander states he has been held hostage for more than 420 days. “It’s time to put an end to this nightmare,” he says in an emotional appeal to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Click here to wat…
NJ Lottery Players Win $50K In Powerball, Jackpot Climbs To $214M NJ Lottery Players Win $50K In Powerball, Jackpot Climbs To $214M
NJ Lottery Players Win $50K In Powerball, Jackpot Climbs To $214M Two lucky New Jersey Lottery players each won $50,000 in the Wednesday, Nov. 27, Powerball drawing, officials announced. The winning tickets matched four of the five white balls and the Powerball. They were sold at Old Bridge Card Smart on Route 9 in Middlesex County and Archie’s Liquor on Main Avenue in Passaic, Passaic County.  The winning numbers were 01, 06, 07, 13, 40, with the Powerball 05 and a Powerplay multiplier of 5X. While no one hit the jackpot, the prize for the next drawing on Saturday, Nov. 30, has climbed to an estimated $214 million. No tickets matched the numbers in…
Rare Bird Flu Case Confirmed In Child, CDC Says Rare Bird Flu Case Confirmed In Child, CDC Says
Rare Bird Flu Case Confirmed In Child, CDC Says A rare case of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has been confirmed in a child in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The child, who is a resident of California, experienced only mild symptoms and is now recovering. The case, detected through routine flu testing, revealed low levels of the virus in the initial sample, and follow-up tests were negative for bird flu, but positive for other common respiratory viruses.  The CDC is working with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to determine how the child might hav…
Cold Hard Cuts, Continued: Unilever Announces Additional Layoffs At Englewood Cliffs HQ Cold Hard Cuts, Continued: Unilever Announces Additional Layoffs At Englewood Cliffs HQ
Cold Hard Cuts, Continued: Unilever Announces Additional Layoffs At Englewood Cliffs HQ 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 (…
NJ Amazon Worker Deaths Spark Federal Lawsuit: What Really Happened? NJ Amazon Worker Deaths Spark Federal Lawsuit: What Really Happened?
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 …
$10K Mega Millions Winner Sold At Bergen County 7-Eleven, Jackpot Climbs To $514M $10K Mega Millions Winner Sold At Bergen County 7-Eleven, Jackpot Climbs To $514M
$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…
Joey Graziadei Wins 'Dancing With The Stars:' Watch His Winning Moves Joey Graziadei Wins 'Dancing With The Stars:' Watch His Winning Moves
Joey Graziadei Wins 'Dancing With The Stars:' Watch His Winning Moves Pennsylvania native and "Bachelor" alum Joey Graziadei danced his way to victory on the Season 33 finale of "Dancing With the Stars." Joey and Jenna dance the finale. Disney/Eric McCandless Hailing from Royersford, the tennis instructor and his pro partner, Jenna Johnson, captivated audiences from the start, earning a reputation as fan favorites. Their journey culminated in two show-stopping performances that secured the Mirrorball Trophy. Graziadei brought his signature flair to a tennis-themed freestyle set to "Canned Heat", complete with racquet-inspired choreography that wowed b…
Rooftop Dining, Coworking Spaces Highlighted In Paterson's Newest Development Rooftop Dining, Coworking Spaces Highlighted In Paterson's Newest Development
Rooftop Dining, Coworking Spaces Highlighted In Paterson's Newest Development Paterson officials gathered Tuesday, Nov. 26, to break ground on an ambitious new community center in the Great Falls area, transforming a century-old building into a hub of opportunity and connection for residents. Andre Sayegh The 40,000-square-foot building at 39 McBride Avenue has a storied history, serving as a silk mill, machine shop, and later a Christian school.  Now, it is poised to become the Great Falls Center, a multi-purpose space designed to enrich the community with culinary, vocational, and social opportunities. View this post on Instagram …
Watch Kelly Clarkson Surprise NJ High School Choir With Special Holiday Invite Watch Kelly Clarkson Surprise NJ High School Choir With Special Holiday Invite
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…
NJ Mom Dies After Childbirth Complications, Leaving Behind HS Sweetheart Husband, 2 Children NJ Mom Dies After Childbirth Complications, Leaving Behind HS Sweetheart Husband, 2 Children
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 …