PA Police Chief Arrested As Fugitive In NJ, Accused Of Stealing $52K In Overtime Pay PA Police Chief Arrested As Fugitive In NJ, Accused Of Stealing $52K In Overtime Pay PA Police Chief Arrested As Fugitive In NJ, Accused Of Stealing $52K In Overtime Pay
PA Police Chief Arrested As Fugitive In NJ, Accused Of Stealing $52K In Overtime Pay A former Pennsylvania police chief collected more than $52,000 for assignments he never worked — including shifts when he was visiting bars and restaurants, authorities announced on Monday, Nov. 9. Former Upland Borough Police Chief Michael Kenneth Irey, 55, was picked up by a detective with the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office in Atlantic County, NJ, as a fugitive of justice on Monday, Nov. 9, according to court records and a news release by District Attorney Tanner Rouse. He is awaiting extradition to Delaware County. An arrest warrant was issued Thursday, Nov. 5, follow…

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Popular Jersey Shore Bakery Owner Dies, Leaving Generations Of Sweet Memories Popular Jersey Shore Bakery Owner Dies, Leaving Generations Of Sweet Memories Popular Jersey Shore Bakery Owner Dies, Leaving Generations Of Sweet Memories
Popular Jersey Shore Bakery Owner Dies, Leaving Generations Of Sweet Memories Gregory Rodriguez, the owner of Dot's Pastry Shop in Ocean City, has died, the business announced on Facebook. Born in Nebraska, Rodriguez was a standout wrestler and football player, and a lifelong Cornhuskers fan. He worked as a welder before moving to Denver, where he met his wife, Jane Scheuermann Rodriguez. The couple married in 2001 and had two daughters, Emma and Sarah. Rodriguez later moved to New Jersey, where he owned and operated Dot's Pastry Shop alongside his in-laws, Leo and Patricia, and his wife's six siblings. "His hands were his tools, his livelihood, and perhaps his great…
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Patient Pronounced Dead After Ambulance Crash In Philadelphia: Police A patient being transported in a Delaware County ambulance was pronounced dead after the medic unit collided with a car in Philadelphia on Monday evening, Nov. 9, police said. The crash involving the medic unit and a Nissan Altima happened at the intersection of 63rd and Race streets around 6:03 p.m., according to the Philadelphia Police Department. The 75-year-old man was a patient inside the medic unit when the collision happened. He was transported to Lankenau Medical Center, where medical staff pronounced him dead at 6:15 p.m., police said. The Nissan’s driver was taken to Jefferson Ho…
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3 Shot At Burlington City McDonald's (Developing) A major police presence was reported at a South Jersey McDonald's parking lot following a shooting that left three people injured Monday evening, Nov. 9, according to multiple news reports. A 6ABC newscopter over York and East Federal streets in Burlington City shows dozens of police vehicles at the scene. This is a developing news story. Check back for details.
Engaged Couple Killed In NJ Crash Was Planning Wedding: 'Til The Wheels Fall Off, Babe' Engaged Couple Killed In NJ Crash Was Planning Wedding: 'Til The Wheels Fall Off, Babe' Engaged Couple Killed In NJ Crash Was Planning Wedding: 'Til The Wheels Fall Off, Babe'
Engaged Couple Killed In NJ Crash Was Planning Wedding: 'Til The Wheels Fall Off, Babe' A Pennsylvania couple who died together in a crash outside a New Jersey banquet hall had gotten engaged less than a year earlier and were planning their wedding, loved ones say. Anthony Pizzo, 32, and Lindsey Clarke, 33, both of Wyoming, PA, were killed in a crash on Route 9 in Old Bridge just after midnight Saturday, Nov. 7, Middlesex County Prosecutor Linda Estremera and Old Bridge Police Chief Thomas Montagna said. The couple got engaged in December 2025, according to a post on Pizzo's Instagram account: “‘Til the wheels fall off, babe 💍” Pizzo captioned the engagement announcement.…

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This NJ Restaurant Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says: See Full List Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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Armed Robber Shot By NJ Police At CVS: Prosecutor Armed Robber Shot By NJ Police At CVS: Prosecutor Armed Robber Shot By NJ Police At CVS: Prosecutor
Armed Robber Shot By NJ Police At CVS: Prosecutor A 65-year-old Blackwood man has been charged after he was shot by Gloucester Township police during an armed confrontation Friday, Nov. 6, authorities said. At 4:15 p.m., officers responded to the CVS at 701 College Drive and encountered Michael Dougherty, who was robbing the pharmacy while armed, Camden County Prosecutor Grace MacAulay and Gloucester Township Police Chief Anthony Minosse said. Dougherty pointed a firearm at an officer, who retreated to safety, drew his service weapon, and gave multiple commands for the suspect to drop his weapon, authorities said. Dough…

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Starbucks Unwraps New Bearista Mystery Boxes With Rare Golden Surprise Starbucks is revealing five new versions of its wildly popular Bearista cups as part of a holiday-themed mystery box collection. The coffeehouse chain unveiled its limited-edition Glass Bearista Cold Cup Surprise Box collection on Monday, Nov. 9. The new bear-shaped glasses will go on sale at select Starbucks locations on Tuesday, Nov. 10, for $39.95 each. The collection features five holiday-themed characters, including a rare golden bear. Each hand-blown glass cup comes in a mystery box, so customers won't know which design they're getting until they open the package. The five new Bearis…

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Starbucks Unwraps New Bearista Mystery Boxes With Rare Golden Surprise Starbucks Unwraps New Bearista Mystery Boxes With Rare Golden Surprise Starbucks Unwraps New Bearista Mystery Boxes With Rare Golden Surprise
Starbucks Unwraps New Bearista Mystery Boxes With Rare Golden Surprise Starbucks is revealing five new versions of its wildly popular Bearista cups as part of a holiday-themed mystery box collection. The coffeehouse chain unveiled its limited-edition Glass Bearista Cold Cup Surprise Box collection on Monday, Nov. 9. The new bear-shaped glasses will go on sale at select Starbucks locations on Tuesday, Nov. 10, for $39.95 each. The collection features five holiday-themed characters, including a rare golden bear. Each hand-blown glass cup comes in a mystery box, so customers won't know which design they're getting until they open the package. The five new Bearis…

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Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday bargains can come with a hidden cost, and scammers are counting on the seasonal rush to keep shoppers from looking closely. The FBI and Better Business Bureau warn that fraudulent offers, urgent messages, and convincing impersonators can put money and personal information at risk. The FBI says non-payment and non-delivery scams caused more than $503 million in reported losses in 2025. Those figures cover the full year, not just holiday shopping. In non-delivery scams, buyers pay for merchandise that never arrives. Non-payment scams target sellers who ship goods but never receive pa…