Police Officers, Workers Hospitalized After Nitric Acid Leak At Trucking Firm: Report Police Officers, Workers Hospitalized After Nitric Acid Leak At Trucking Firm: Report
Police Officers, Workers Hospitalized After Nitric Acid Leak At Trucking Firm: Report Two police officers and at least two workers at a trucking firm in Middlesex County were hospitalized after a trailer thought to be filled with nitric acid leaked, NJ Advance Media reported. First responders including the county's hazardous materials team were called to Jimmy’s Trucking at 140 South Ave. in South Plainfield when the chemical spill was found at about 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17, local police said. There was a vapor cloud and reaction in a storm drain, initial reports said. The trucking company was evacuated while area residents were told to stay indoors, police said on F…
These 70+ NJ Gas Stations Are Dropping Prices Friday These 70+ NJ Gas Stations Are Dropping Prices Friday
These 70+ NJ Gas Stations Are Dropping Prices Friday Ever wonder how cheap gas in New Jersey would be if it was self-serve? More than 70 New Jersey stations will be offering fuel at a discounted rate to show drivers just that on Friday, May 13. The initiative promoting self-serving fueling was launched by Fuel Your Way NJ, a coalition that advocates for self-serve gas stations that still offer full service. The coalition appropriately titled the day " Fuel Your Way NJ Self-Serve Day of Awareness." Self-service stations were proposed in a measure by lawmakers in March, however, it was halted by in the General Assembly by the Motoris…
Class Action Suit Filed Against NJ Company Who Reported 'Forever Chemicals' In Water: Report Class Action Suit Filed Against NJ Company Who Reported 'Forever Chemicals' In Water: Report
Class Action Suit Filed Against NJ Company Who Reported 'Forever Chemicals' In Water: Report More than 60,000 homeowners may be eligible to sue a Central Jersey water company over high levels of "forever chemicals" found in their water, NJ Advance Media reported. Middlesex Water customers in Woodbridge, Clark, Metuchen, South Plainfield, Carteret, and Edison can join a class action lawsuit after high levels of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOAs) were detected at a South Plainfield treatment plant, the outlet said. While the company advised customers to use bottled water, the lawsuit, which seeks reimbursement costs, says it neglected to adequately warn all residents, specifically tenant…
Pedestrian Struck At Central Jersey Shop Rite: Developing Pedestrian Struck At Central Jersey Shop Rite: Developing
Pedestrian Struck At Central Jersey Shop Rite: Developing A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in a Central Jersey Shop Rite parking lot, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred before 7 p.m. at 3600 Park Ave. in South Plainfield, initial reports said. Police had requested a medical helicopter for an airlift to an area hospital. South Plainfield police were not immediately available for comment. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
CVS Shutters Central Jersey Store Amid Plan To Close Hundreds CVS Shutters Central Jersey Store Amid Plan To Close Hundreds
CVS Shutters Central Jersey Store Amid Plan To Close Hundreds CVS Health has closed one of its New Jersey stores as part of a broader plan to shutter 900 stores by 2024. The company’s only store in Metuchen, located at 45 Pearl St. closed on Dec. 28, according to several reports. “All prescriptions will be seamlessly transferred to the nearby CVS Pharmacy at 913 Oak Tree Ave. in South Plainfield, which is less than 4 miles away, ensuring that pharmacy customers continue to have uninterrupted access to service," the company said in a statement. CVS Health will be closing 900 stores across the US in the next three years, the company announced in Novemb…
Fugitive Wanted For NJ Bank, Convenience Store Robberies Captured On Route 80 In Nebraska Fugitive Wanted For NJ Bank, Convenience Store Robberies Captured On Route 80 In Nebraska
Fugitive Wanted For NJ Bank, Convenience Store Robberies Captured On Route 80 In Nebraska An Elizabeth fugitive wanted for robbing a bank and two convenience stores in New Jersey at gunpoint was captured following a high-speed stolen car chase on Route 80 in Nebraska, federal authorities said Friday. Dayshawn Brimfield, 30, was carrying evidence of his deeds when he crashed and was taken into custody by state troopers on the westbound interstate near Lincoln on April 25, NE, U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Philip R. Sellinger said. He was later extradited to New Jersey and brought before a federal judge via videoconference on Friday. Brimfield became a fugitive after robbing a TD …
Potentially Harmful Chemicals Found In NJ Drinking Water Potentially Harmful Chemicals Found In NJ Drinking Water
Potentially Harmful Chemicals Found In NJ Drinking Water A New Jersey water company warned customers of potentially toxic chemicals in the drinking water Monday. The level of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) in the water of all its customers in Carteret, Clark, Edison, Metuchen, South Plainfield and Woodbridge had exceeded acceptable regulatory standards, Middlesex Water Company said in a notice. Chemicals in PFOA have been linked to cancer. Middlesex Water in September was notified that PFOA samples were found at the treatment facility in South Plainfield. "Because we exceeded a drinking water standard, we were required to provide notice to custo…
Middlesex Man Who Torched Trenton Police Car Following Floyd Protest Gets 2 Years In Fed Pen Middlesex Man Who Torched Trenton Police Car Following Floyd Protest Gets 2 Years In Fed Pen
Middlesex Man Who Torched Trenton Police Car Following Floyd Protest Gets 2 Years In Fed Pen UPDATE: A Middlesex County man must spend the next two years in federal prison for stuffing a rag into the gas tank of a police cruiser and setting it on fire during a riot in Trenton following a protest last year over the death of George Floyd. Justin Spry, 22, of South Plainfield originally claimed on Twitter that he was brutalized by police, but federal authorities produced surveillance video showing otherwise. Spry and two other men involved in the arson attack took deals from the government rather than go to trial. All must serve out their entire sentences because there's no parole in…
IDA: Death Toll Climbs To 23 In New Jersey IDA: Death Toll Climbs To 23 In New Jersey
IDA: Death Toll Climbs To 23 In New Jersey The death toll caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida that tore through New Jersey Wednesday had climbed to 23 as of Thursday afternoon, Gov. Phil Murphy said at a press conference. Most of these deaths were individuals who got stuck in vehicles due to flooding and were overtaken by water, he said from fire station in Hillsborough. The governor reminded residents New Jersey is still in the midst of Ida, and urged people not to travel. Those who died include: Four Elizabeth residents -- a couple ages 71 and 72, their 38-year-old son and a 33-year-old neighbor. Their bodies were found by…
Boil Water Advisory In Effect For 9 Central Jersey Towns Boil Water Advisory In Effect For 9 Central Jersey Towns
Boil Water Advisory In Effect For 9 Central Jersey Towns Pipe repairs to a water main leak put a boil water advisory in effect for nine towns across three New Jersey counties. New Jersey American Water said it will be distributing free bottled water for residents in Clark, Dunellen, Edison (northern sections), Green Brook, Linden, Middlesex, Piscataway, Roselle and South Plainfield. Bottles can be collected at: 495 Sidney Road, Piscataway from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. 4000 Hadley Road, South Plainfield from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. "New Jersey American Water is working to resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible," the company said. "Thi…
WINNER: Jersey Cash 5 Player Takes Home Nearly $500K WINNER: Jersey Cash 5 Player Takes Home Nearly $500K
Winner: Jersey Cash 5 Player Takes Home Nearly $500K There is a New Jersey Lottery "half-millionaire," minus taxes, of course, on the Jersey Shore. One very lucky Jersey Cash 5 player in Middlesex County matched all five numbers in Thursday night's drawing. The payout? A wopping  $488,706. Thursday's winning numbers were: 08, 14, 16, 22, and 36 and the XTRA number was: 02.  The equally lucky retailer will receive a bonus check for $2,000 for the winning ticket sold.  The winning ticket was sold at David’s Stationery at 112 Sampton Ave. in South Plainfield. (Middlesex County)
NJ Football Player Shot Dead On Long Island Remembered As Leader On & Off The Field NJ Football Player Shot Dead On Long Island Remembered As Leader On & Off The Field
NJ Football Player Shot Dead On Long Island Remembered As Leader On & Off The Field A 29-year-old Middlesex County man was shot and killed outside of a Long Island home over the weekend, authorities said. Danie Philistin, of South Plainfield, was pronounced dead at the West Babylon home on Gordon Avenue around 11:30 p.m. Saturday July 17, Suffolk County police said. Philistin was a member of the Brooklyn Pharaoh's Football team, who remembered him as a brother, son, friend and leader -- both on and off the field. Condolences poured in. Hearing the news that you're not here young brother has me all messed up .. the world is missing yet another brilliant... Posted by …