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Feds Finally Get Justice In Re-Sentencings Of NJ Army Major, Wife Who Abused 5 Kids Feds Finally Get Justice In Re-Sentencings Of NJ Army Major, Wife Who Abused 5 Kids
Feds Finally Get Justice In Re-Sentencings Of NJ Army Major, Wife Who Abused 5 Kids UPDATE: It took federal authorities three tries over more than eight years, but they finally got to see the punishment fit the crimes when a judge sentenced a Morris County couple who severely abused their children to extended prison terms. The sentences imposed in federal court in Newark on Monday, Oct. 30, "hold Carolyn Jackson and John Jackson accountable for their horrific crimes, and bring a measure of justice for their victims,” said U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Philip R. Sellinger (photo above, left). Carolyn Jackson, 46, was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison. John E.…
Hearts Break Following Death Of Bergen County's Roxie McCullough, 29 Hearts Break Following Death Of Bergen County's Roxie McCullough, 29
Hearts Break Following Death Of Bergen County's Roxie McCullough, 29 Roxanne McCullough of Bergen County died on Monday, June 12. She was 29 years old. The Glen Rock resident was adopted by Suzanne and Mark McCullough, and later reunited with her birth parents, Jennifer Yantis and Jason Collins, of Iowa, her obituary reads. In 2015, she met her beloved partner, Michael Van Lenten, at their favorite bar Rumors, in Hawthorne. According to her obituary and those who knew her, Roxie loved her cat, Zoey, eating Campbell’s chicken soup right out of the can, and playing competitive darts (which she was in a league for). Roxie worked at Villa Rosa in Hawthorne, wh…
Dogs From Jersey Shore Hoarding Case Will Soon Be Up For Adoption: Officials Dogs From Jersey Shore Hoarding Case Will Soon Be Up For Adoption: Officials
Dogs From Jersey Shore Hoarding Case Will Soon Be Up For Adoption: Officials Some of the nearly 200 pets rescued from nightmarish conditions at a Jersey Shore home will soon be up for adoption, officials are announcing.  About 135 dogs and 45 cats were saved from the "Crazy Rescue Ladies" shelter in Brick Township after police found the animals living in stacked crates filled with their own waste early this month, as Daily Voice reported.  Now, the Ocean County Health Department says some of those dogs will be available for adoption at the shelters in Jackson Township and Manahawkin.  NEW CATS AND DOGS NOW AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THE JACKSON & MANAHAWKIN…
Teacher's Aide Arrested After Arranging Sex With Boy, 14: North Arlington PD Teacher's Aide Arrested After Arranging Sex With Boy, 14: North Arlington PD
Teacher's Aide Arrested After Arranging Sex With Boy, 14: North Arlington PD A 24-year-old teacher’s aide from Bloomfield was arrested after authorities said he arranged to have sex with a 14-year-old North Arlington boy. Don R. Knight-Powell, 24, had been communicating online before making the arrangements, North Arlington Police Lt. Michael Horton said. He was arrested by North Arlington police on luring charges a short time later and sent to the Bergen County Jail. A judge in Hackensack ordered him released the next day. Knight-Powell made local news last year with a personal story of “trauma and triumph as a gay black man” whose adoptive parents rejected him be…
Donations Pour In For Family Of Beloved North Jersey Man Killed In 'Horrific Accident' At 30 Donations Pour In For Family Of Beloved North Jersey Man Killed In 'Horrific Accident' At 30
Donations Pour In For Family Of Beloved North Jersey Man Killed In 'Horrific Accident' At 30 Thousands have poured in for the heartbroken family of a 30-year-old North Jersey man who died following a “horrific accident.” Born in Paterson, Jakeem Ortiz died on Tuesday, Sept. 13, three days after he was left with a traumatic brain injury due to a “horrific accident,” according to a GoFundMe launched for his funeral expenses. “Jakeem suffered a horrific accident, he suffered a traumatic brain injury and although his body is still with us Jakeem is no longer there,” reads the fundraiser, which had earned nearly $2,900 before donations had been disabled. Jakeem, who was adopted into th…
NJ Residents Can Adopt Puppy Envigo Beagles Saved From Horrific Breeding Facility NJ Residents Can Adopt Puppy Envigo Beagles Saved From Horrific Breeding Facility
NJ Residents Can Adopt Puppy Envigo Beagles Saved From Horrific Breeding Facility The Envigo beagles are on to the next chapter of their lives: The good part. Five male puppies — among the 4,000 dogs rescued from a mass breading facility in Virginia — have been brought to the Monmouth County SPCA for adoption. The beagles were bred to be sold to laboratories for animal experimentation and kept in horrific conditions. The transfer will take place in stages over the next 60 days, and the dogs will be up for adoption via MCSPCA & other shelters & rescues. The puppies were undergoing medical and behavioral assessment at the MCSPCA. Due to the overwhelming interest i…
'Hill Street Blues' Actor, NJ Father Of 13, Taurean Blacque Dies: Reports 'Hill Street Blues' Actor, NJ Father Of 13, Taurean Blacque Dies: Reports
'Hill Street Blues' Actor, NJ Father Of 13, Taurean Blacque Dies: Reports The father of 13 children, including his 11 adoptive children, and "Hill Street Blues'" Emmy-nominated actor Taurean Blacque, died in Atlanta, Georgie on Thursday, July 21, Deadline reports citing his family.  The Newark, New Jersey native, had suffered from a brief illness, prior to his passing at age 82, his family told the outlet.  Blaque is most now for his role as the toothpick-toting, behatted Detective Neal Washington starting in 1981, and recurring on the several of seven seasons. He was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1982— the year "Hill Street…
NJ Twins Ask Step-Mom To Adopt Them In Viral TikTok Video NJ Twins Ask Step-Mom To Adopt Them In Viral TikTok Video
NJ Twins Ask Step-Mom To Adopt Them In Viral TikTok Video A pair of New Jersey twin sisters asking their step-mom to adopt them on Mother's Day has caught the attention of millions of people on TikTok (scroll down for video). The 37-second clip shows 20-year-old Gabby and Julianna Ruvolo presenting stepmom Becky, of Middletown, with a photo book that contains the message, as Coldplay's "Yellow" plays. The RuvolosRebecca Ruvolo Facebook "After 12 years we finally asked our step-mom to adopt us," reads the caption.  When Becky sees it, she breaks down. Then the twins do, too. "Is that a yes?" one twin asks.  "Of course I will," Becky responds …
NJ Woman Hoarding 44 Dog Carcasses Admits To Killing 6, Gets Prison Time: Prosecutor NJ Woman Hoarding 44 Dog Carcasses Admits To Killing 6, Gets Prison Time: Prosecutor
NJ Woman Hoarding 44 Dog Carcasses Admits To Killing 6, Gets Prison Time: Prosecutor A woman originally linked to dozens of dead dogs reached a plea-bargained agreement admitting to killing six dogs, authorities said. Donna Roberts' guilty plea calls for 90 days in Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, according to  Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina. Roberts, 68, of Shamong, pleaded guilty to animal cruelty for causing the death of six dogs that were being kept at her property by failing to provide them with proper care, Coffina said. Additionally, Roberts must serve five years of probation, during which time she cannot own, raise, or otherwise care for any …
Dog Back In Shelter After Being Returned By North Jersey Family Dog Back In Shelter After Being Returned By North Jersey Family
Dog Back In Shelter After Being Returned By North Jersey Family A dog that was adopted from a North Jersey animal shelter months ago was returned by her new family and is once again looking for a furever home. Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, based in Teterboro, said in a social media post that Luna — a loving 7.5-year-old Pit mix adopted about a month ago — was returned after having been in the shelter since June 2021. A post from her initial adoption stated that four different families had met her and passed her up because she wasn’t “overly social.” A very happy adoption update from Luna! 💜 This sweet senior pittie was finally…
Central PA Adoptive Mom Chewed On Children's Fingers, Burned Bottoms, Say State Police Central PA Adoptive Mom Chewed On Children's Fingers, Burned Bottoms, Say State Police
Central PA Adoptive Mom Chewed On Children's Fingers, Burned Bottoms, Say State Police The infamous local mother who abused her adoptive children is facing new charges after police learned more about the abuse the children suffered while in her care. Shelley Noreika, 47, of Newville was arrested on Wednesday night. Three of her four adoptive children reported the abuse cited in this round of charges-- they were ages 6, 7 and 9 at the time of disclosing the abuse to police. The children report the following abuse: Stuck with a wooden paddle Hit with a backscratcher on the bottom of their feet, hands and naked butt Forced to sit on a hot stove Choked All three children told …
Teen Girl Abandons Newborn Baby In Arms Of Customer At Jersey City Restaurant (VIDEO) Teen Girl Abandons Newborn Baby In Arms Of Customer At Jersey City Restaurant (VIDEO)
Teen Girl Abandons Newborn Baby In Arms Of Customer At Jersey City Restaurant (Video) A Jersey City couple was left in shock Wednesday when a 14-year-old girl handed her newborn to them during lunch at a local restaurant and walked out, according to news reports and witness accounts on social media. Walter Little-Cocca documented the incident in an emotional Facebook Live video around 4:05 p.m., still inside of El Patron restaurant on JFK Boulevard. The video had 410,000 views as of Thursday evening. Baby Dropped off To Us During Lunch!!! I Can’t Believe What Just Happen! Alease Scott & Walter Little-Cocca Posted by Walter Little-Cocca on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 "I…
PA Adoptive Parents Accused Of Sickening Child Face More Charges For Choking Child PA Adoptive Parents Accused Of Sickening Child Face More Charges For Choking Child
PA Adoptive Parents Accused Of Sickening Child Face More Charges For Choking Child A Newville adoptive mother facing charges for making one of her children sick has been accused in another incident in which a child was choked by her husband. Shelley Marie Noreika, 47 of Newville, was charged in April for numerous offenses including felony and theft on accusations she made her daughter sick and defrauded the public, asking for money to cover the cost of medical bills through a GoFundMe account. Posted by David Noreika on Sunday, November 15, 2015 That's when police say it came to light that she and her husband, David Albert Noreika, 48 of Newville, abused the older sib…
Rescue That Saves Dogs From Chinese Meat Trade Opening First U.S. Shelter In Jersey City Rescue That Saves Dogs From Chinese Meat Trade Opening First U.S. Shelter In Jersey City
Rescue That Saves Dogs From Chinese Meat Trade Opening First U.S. Shelter In Jersey City An international dog rescue group that saves dogs from the Chinese meat trade is opening its first U.S. shelter in Jersey City. The No Dogs Left Behind shelter will open at the end of March at 10 Webster Ave. The nonprofit organization rescues dogs from Chinese slaughterhouses and then provides them with medical care, before flying them to the U.S. for adoption. The Jersey City digs will serve as an all-vegan base station that will house up to nine dogs, and serve as the hub for the junior volunteer program, fostering program and social media outreach, HobokenGirl reports. The organizatio…
Dog Found Abandoned At Linden Home Without Food, Water: AHS Dog Found Abandoned At Linden Home Without Food, Water: AHS
Dog Found Abandoned At Linden Home Without Food, Water: AHS A pit bull dog that appears to have been repeatedly impregnated was found in "atrocious" conditions at a vacant Linden home, the Newark branch of Associated Humane Societies said in a Facebook post Saturday.  Named "June," the five-year-old was discovered locked in a cage without food or water and surrounded by her own waste, AHS said.  June appears to have been used to breed puppies for sale, the AHS also said. She also suffered multiple injuries.  "June has horribly cropped ears, and also looks to have had multiple litters of puppies throughout her life...June has an old i…
Meet The Meatballs: Pitbulls Abandoned In Bloomfield Park Need Fur-Ever Family Meet The Meatballs: Pitbulls Abandoned In Bloomfield Park Need Fur-Ever Family
Meet The Meatballs: Pitbulls Abandoned In Bloomfield Park Need Fur-Ever Family Meet the Meaballs: A pair of pitbulls recently found in a Bloomfield park are ready for a home together. The girls were found in the Watsessing Dog Park last month and do everything together. "That’s right, the Meatballs are bonded and must go home together," the Bloomfield Animal Shelter said.  "We aren’t sure if they’re related or just close pals, but it is clear that they LOVE each other and wouldn’t do well split up." They walk together, play together and even go to the bathroom at the same time. Both are around three years old and appear to be house trained. They love everyone…
Skittish Kitten Rescued From GWB Traffic Available For Adoption Skittish Kitten Rescued From GWB Traffic Available For Adoption
Skittish Kitten Rescued From GWB Traffic Available For Adoption A kitten who was rescued from traffic on the lower level of the George Washington Bridge was available for adoption, authorities said. A motorist called GWB Port Authority Police Command station after scooping up the skittish kitty, who'd been dodging cars and other vehicles Monday afternoon, authority spokeswoman Lenis Rodrigues said. Port Authority police who retrieved the feline named her Highway, she said. They then arranged residence at the Bergen County Animal Shelter, where Highway was available for adoption, Rodrgues said Tuesday.
First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion' First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion'
First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion' Meet Tucker: a 5-month-old Shepherd mix from North Haledon. He was adopted by Jon Gallipoli, a patrolman with the Bogota Police Department, from a shelter in Connecticut. After years of listening to his wife beg for a dog, Gallipoli reluctantly agreed to go to an adoption event last November. They were third in line and had been waiting for hours to find a dog that would be the perfect fit for them.  "My wife jumped into the pen with the litter of puppies and they all went running towards her... except just one," Gallipoli said. "This one puppy didn’t join his brothers and sisters, instea…
ADOPT DUCKY: Happy-Go-Lucky Dog Has No Idea His Legs Are Deformed ADOPT DUCKY: Happy-Go-Lucky Dog Has No Idea His Legs Are Deformed
Adopt Ducky: Happy-Go-Lucky Dog Has No Idea His Legs Are Deformed Meet Ducky: A happy-go-lucky dog who has no idea about his deformity. The 11-month-old pittie is available for adoption through Tails of Love Animal Rescue in Carlstadt. He is affectionately named after his bent front legs and slightly bowed back legs that the vet says could be due to extensive crating or malnutrition as a puppy. "It's ok, my bent legs give me character and a sweet goofy 'Charlie Chaplin' walk and I get along just fine," the rescue says.  "I love to run and play and when I run you can barely notice my bent legs. I'm super fun loving and sweet and friendly to all.  Duc…
Classroom Guinea Pig Injured By Cat Needs Home, Bergen County Shelter Says Classroom Guinea Pig Injured By Cat Needs Home, Bergen County Shelter Says
Classroom Guinea Pig Injured By Cat Needs Home, Bergen County Shelter Says Harley was so close. The 10-month-old classroom guinea pig almost had a forever home. But the family cat wasn't having it. Now, the Bergen County Animal Shelter is seeking a home for Harley. Harley (7262) was a classroom pet. She was turned in by a lady who had offered to take her home, but her cat objected.  Harley is a friendly and happy to be handled. The $10 adoption fee does not include a cage. Contact the Bergen County Animal Shelter to apply (201) 229-4600.
Love At First Sight: North Jersey's 'Weed Man' Adopts Adorable New Sidekick Love At First Sight: North Jersey's 'Weed Man' Adopts Adorable New Sidekick
Love At First Sight: North Jersey's 'Weed Man' Adopts Adorable New Sidekick Joseph Dillon of West Milford was scrolling through Facebook mindlessly -- but something stopped him at a photo a friend posted of a dog named Kona. She was a few miles away at the borough's animal shelter. Moments later, Dillon was in his truck headed to the facility to meet the pup who stole his heart. "It was love at first sight," said Dillon of Upper Greenwood Lake, commonly known in the area the Bergen County "Weed Man." "I went in right away to meet her, I didn't want to lose my chance. She jumped up and put her paws around my neck." Two weeks later, after many more visits includin…
Dog Left For Dead In North Jersey Apartment Makes Full Recovery Dog Left For Dead In North Jersey Apartment Makes Full Recovery
Dog Left For Dead In North Jersey Apartment Makes Full Recovery A dog who was found emaciated in a sweltering Paterson apartment over the summer has made a full recovery and is almost ready for her forever home, according to officials who rescued her. "Today it has been 52 days since a dog with no name was found, barely alive, chained to a pole in a basement," RBARI said on social media. "That dog is now named Phoenix... and she is more than just alive." Phoenix has nearly doubled her weight since she came to RBARI early last month. She enjoys playing with her toys and getting affection. She loves her walks and her runs. "In t…
ADOPT: Abused Franklin Lakes German Shepherds Need Homes ADOPT: Abused Franklin Lakes German Shepherds Need Homes
Adopt: Abused Franklin Lakes German Shepherds Need Homes The 14 German Shepherds abused by a Franklin Lakes woman are in need of forever homes.  The dogs, currently in Paramus, were surrendered by 65-year-old Danielle Weitz who "got to walk away with a slap on the wrist" after pleading guilty Thursday to a single count of animal cruelty for severely damaging the animals.  She kept them in an illegal kennel that she operated from her home, an animal control investigator said Thursday. Anyone interested in adopting can email Lisa Rose Rublack at lisarose.nj@gmail.com.
Bergen Shelter Dog Finally Feels Like A Queen After Owners Moved Away Bergen Shelter Dog Finally Feels Like A Queen After Owners Moved Away
Bergen Shelter Dog Finally Feels Like A Queen After Owners Moved Away An 11-year-old chocolate lab at the Bergen County shelter has received the care she's always needed and finally feels like a queen. Brophy has been with the shelter for months since her owners moved away and couldn't take her along. Although she is a little anxious at times, she finds comfort in the people she has come to know and love. "This pretty lady has some pep in her step and has come out of her shell," shelter officials said. "Ready to explore the world again, Brophy will do well in a patient and calm home that is looking to make her feel loved again and give her th…
Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home: Bergen County Shelter Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home: Bergen County Shelter
Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home: Bergen County Shelter An 11-month German Shepherd puppy at the Bergen County Animal Shelter is in need of a home. ** UPDATE: Max has been adopted by a pair of Bergen County roommates. ** Shelter officials said they received hundreds of applications for Max because of this Daily Voice story. No further applications are being accepted. Max was surrendered to the Teterboro shelter because his owners were unable to care for him. 
Homeless Bergen Pittie Gets To Be Dog Again; Now All She Needs Is A Family Homeless Bergen Pittie Gets To Be Dog Again; Now All She Needs Is A Family
Homeless Bergen Pittie Gets To Be Dog Again; Now All She Needs Is A Family A Bergen County Animal Shelter pit bull that spent her first years on city streets with her homeless owner finally has the golden ticket to her best life. All she needs is a home. At two years old, Asia was surrendered by her owner to a local humane society before being transferred to the Teterboro shelter. She is sweet and goofy -- especially with her toys -- and will form a strong bond with anyone who she notices takes time to train her and play with her. Asia needs moderate exercise daily but is happy to lounge on the couch, too. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Peanut Butter: The Scary Story Of How This Bergen County Dog Got His Name Peanut Butter: The Scary Story Of How This Bergen County Dog Got His Name
Peanut Butter: The Scary Story Of How This Bergen County Dog Got His Name Peanut butter is one of the best condiments around, and this adoptable dog in Teterboro sure knows it. The 1-year-old pittie mix currently at the Bergen County Animal Shelter was licking peanut butter off of the spatula, when the tip broke off and he swallowed that, too. The pup had to undergo surgery and spent a good while recovering, but is now healthy and ready for adoption. Full of life and adventure, he's looking for an active household that can provide him with plenty of stimulation and TLC. CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR PEANUT BUTTER.
Bergen Democrat To Resign From NJ Assembly For 'Different Position' Bergen Democrat To Resign From NJ Assembly For 'Different Position'
Bergen Democrat To Resign From NJ Assembly For 'Different Position' Bergen County Democrat Timothy Eustace will be resigning from the state Assembly Friday, NJ.com reports. The 61-year-old Maywood resident is the second openly gay person ever to have been elected to the New Jersey legislature. Eustace said he is moving on to a "different position" but did not disclose anything more, the article says. Eustace and his late partner Kevin Williams were New Jersey's first openly gay couple to apply to the state for joint adoption in the 1980s. The couple later adopted three children who had contracted AIDS. Eustace served as Maywood's mayor from 2008…
Ridgefield Police Officer Takes In Pit Bull Grieving Owner Ridgefield Police Officer Takes In Pit Bull Grieving Owner
Ridgefield Police Officer Takes In Pit Bull Grieving Owner A local Pit Bull whose owner recently died has found a new home with a Ridgefield police officer. Kevin Nebbia of Cliffside Park met Spanky while working. He and others in his department had been responding to calls in the dog's neighborhood over the past year. When Nebbia, 40, returned from vacation in January, he learned that Spanky's owner had passed away, and the dog was at the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro. "I fell in love with that dog," Nebbia told Daily Voice. "He was always very playful." And so, Nebbia put in his adoption application for Spanky, a…
Low-Maintenance Closter Dog Was Surrendered By Longtime Family Low-Maintenance Closter Dog Was Surrendered By Longtime Family
Low-Maintenance Closter Dog Was Surrendered By Longtime Family CLOSTER, N.J. -- An 8-year-old Pekingese at CLAWS in Closter is in need of a new home.  Rocco was left at a shelter by his owners who no longer wanted to keep him, so the rescue took him into the group and got him his very own foster home.  He took about a week to adjust and was pretty nervous at first. But now, Rocco asks for attention and is starting to play with his dog roommate.  "He came to us looking like a serious little guy but now you'll catch him wagging his tail and smiling," CLAWS said. He likes to go for walks and is low maintenance. He would be best in a quieter ho…
Maywood Mom Spots Missing Dog Who Survived 5 Days In Frigid Temps Maywood Mom Spots Missing Dog Who Survived 5 Days In Frigid Temps
Maywood Mom Spots Missing Dog Who Survived 5 Days In Frigid Temps MAYWOOD, N.J. — A dog who went missing in Maywood last Friday went back to her foster home Wednesday. A woman who lives on Club Way was waiting for her child to arrive home from school when she spotted the Shar-Pei mix in her yard, Ruff Rehab Inc officials told Daily Voice. The rescue sent a friend who was posting flyers down the street to retrieve the dog, who was then reunited with her foster family, officials said. Sheba is in good shape and doing well. She will be available for adoption once she is cleared.