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Publishers Clearing House Checks Stop For Winners After Bankruptcy Sale: Report Publishers Clearing House Checks Stop For Winners After Bankruptcy Sale: Report
Publishers Clearing House Checks Stop For Winners After Bankruptcy Sale: Report Several longtime Publishers Clearing House winners, including those who relied on their prizes to pay bills, may never see their millions in promised winnings, according to a report. Ten prize winners are among PCH's largest unsecured creditors, according to federal court records obtained by The New York Times. The Jericho, New York-based sweepstakes giant filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy back in April. PCH reported liabilities between $50 million and $100 million, with assets of just $1 million to $10 million. In July, online casino operator ARB Interactive bought PCH ou…
Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In NJ, Home To 50% Veterans Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In NJ, Home To 50% Veterans
Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In NJ, Home To 50% Veterans A $40.7 million affordable housing community in Central Jersey is officially open — and more than half its residents are military veterans. Valor Pointe, an 80-unit complex developed by Conifer Realty in partnership with the People for People Foundation, celebrated its ribbon-cutting with local leaders last month in Monroe Township. Clarke Caton Hintze More than 50 percent of Valor Pointe’s apartments are leased to veterans and their families. Units feature large bedrooms, ample closet space, patios or balconies, and modern finishes. Amenities include a fitness center, great room, smart-c…
Miss USA Accuses GOP Congressman Cory Mills Of Revenge Porn Threat Miss USA Accuses GOP Congressman Cory Mills Of Revenge Porn Threat
Miss USA Accuses GOP Congressman Cory Mills Of Revenge Porn Threat A national beauty queen is at the center of a political firestorm after accusing a sitting congressman of threatening to release explicit images in a case that’s sending shockwaves. Lindsey Langston, the reigning Miss United States who has been a Republican state committee member, filed a police report on Thursday, Aug. 7 that was obtained this week by Politico and other media outlets. She alleges that Florida Republican Congressman Cory Mills threatened to release sexually explicit images and videos of her after their breakup earlier this year. Langston also claims the 45-year-old Mi…
$3.25M USAA Data Breach Settlement: Here's How To Learn If You Could Get Payout $3.25M USAA Data Breach Settlement: Here's How To Learn If You Could Get Payout
$3.25M Usaa Data Breach Settlement: Here's How To Learn If You Could Get Payout Those affected by a major data breach could get a part of a  settlement worth $3.25 million. If your personal information was compromised, you may be eligible for a payout, but you need to act fast to secure your claim before the deadline. The United Services Automobile Association (USAA), a financial services company dedicated to serving military members, veterans, and their families, has agreed to the nationwide class action lawsuit settlement.  This follows allegations that the company failed to adequately protect personal information during a data breach that occurred in May …
Trump Proclaims ‘Liberation Day,’ Reveals Array Of Planned Actions In Inaugural Address Trump Proclaims ‘Liberation Day,’ Reveals Array Of Planned Actions In Inaugural Address
Trump Proclaims ‘Liberation Day,’ Reveals Array Of Planned Actions In Inaugural Address Donald Trump proclaimed “liberation day” in his inaugural address after being sworn in to a second non-consecutive presidential term in the Capitol Rotunda just after noontime on Monday, Jan. 20. Click here for a new, updated story - Trump Ends All Jan. 6 Cases With Pardons, Commutations, Dismissals, Signs Flurry Of Executive Orders  "America will soon be greater, stronger, and far more exceptional than ever before," said Trump, who at age 78, became the oldest person to ever start a presidential term. In the half-hour long speech, he vowed that “the golden age of America begins rig…
Former NY Rep Paralyzed After Horse Accident Receiving Treatment In NJ: Report Former NY Rep Paralyzed After Horse Accident Receiving Treatment In NJ: Report
Former NY Rep Paralyzed After Horse Accident Receiving Treatment In NJ: Report Former New York Congressman Michael Grimm has been left paralyzed from the chest down after a severe horse-riding accident during a polo tournament, and is being treated in New Jersey, CBS News reports citing a friend of Grimm's.  Grimm, age 54, was thrown from his horse in September and is now undergoing treatment at the renowned Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, which has locations in West Orange, Saddle Brook, Chester, and Marlton.  Headquartered in West Orange, Kessler is where actor Christopher Reeve was treated following a similar accident in 1995, and was…
Navy Vet From Trenton, Briana Navarreto, Dies Suddenly In Florida, 27 Navy Vet From Trenton, Briana Navarreto, Dies Suddenly In Florida, 27
Navy Vet From Trenton, Briana Navarreto, Dies Suddenly In Florida, 27 A highly decorated Navy veteran from New Jersey will be buried with military honors after her sudden death in Florida, according to an obituary published by Brenna Funeral Home.  A lifelong Trenton resident most recently of Tampa, FL, Briana Lee "Beezy" Navarreto died on Saturday, July 6, her obituary said. She was 27 years old. A GoFundMe campaign has been started to bring her body, dog and vehicle back from Florida and cover funeral expenses. Victoria Berrios of Trenton is organizing the fundraiser. "We also need to make arrangements for packing up the home she owned and bringi…
Veteran Severely Injured In Costa Rica, South Jersey Mom Fighting To Get Him To U.S. Hospital Veteran Severely Injured In Costa Rica, South Jersey Mom Fighting To Get Him To U.S. Hospital
Veteran Severely Injured In Costa Rica, South Jersey Mom Fighting To Get Him To U.S. Hospital A Forked River woman is fighting for her veteran son to return to the U.S. after he was severely injured in Costa Rica, according to a fundraising campaign. On a GoFundMe page, Debra Vargas said that her son Codey Vargas suffered several injuries in an accident, including severe head trauma, a collapsed lung, several fractured ribs, paralyzed intestines, pneumonia, facial fractures, and several scrapes. Codey's accident happened on Wednesday, Mar. 20, but Debra wasn't aware of it until the U.S. embassy in Costa Rica told her on Tuesday, Apr. 2. The GoFundMe page for Codey raised more than $…
Mortgage-Free Smart House Gifted To Injured New Jersey State Trooper Moving Back Home Mortgage-Free Smart House Gifted To Injured New Jersey State Trooper Moving Back Home
Mortgage-Free Smart House Gifted To Injured New Jersey State Trooper Moving Back Home A New Jersey state trooper and Air Force veteran has a newly renovated accessible home, thanks to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.  The Foundation even paid off the mortgage for Sgt. First Class Sean Acker’s new home in Howell. The renovation features a 1,000-square-foot addition with an ADA-compliant bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette. The Foundation also removed the existing metal ramp and installed a permanent masonry ramp. In February 2022, Acker experienced a severe medical injury, enduring three weeks of fighting for his life in the critical care unit before living away from hom…
Daughter Of Late Combat Veteran Jailed For Death Threats To Public Officials: NJ State Police Daughter Of Late Combat Veteran Jailed For Death Threats To Public Officials: NJ State Police
Daughter Of Late Combat Veteran Jailed For Death Threats To Public Officials: NJ State Police A grieving naval officer’s daughter from Bergen County who’s been involved in a court battle with the local veterans home made what New Jersey State Police allege were credible threats against two public officials following her father’s death. Amy Johnson, 54, of Westwood, had initially “voiced her dissatisfaction with the court’s decision" over a power-of-attorney request, says a State Police complaint filed in Superior Court in Hackensack. She initially left email and voice messages that the NJSP said mentioned two public officials by name and were “concerning, harassing and threatening i…
Ocean State Job Lot Distributes Winter Coats, Other Essentials To Veterans, Families In Need Ocean State Job Lot Distributes Winter Coats, Other Essentials To Veterans, Families In Need
Ocean State Job Lot Distributes Winter Coats, Other Essentials To Veterans, Families In Need Ocean State Job Lot will deliver winter coats and essential items, including health and hygiene products and food to a local car dealership on Saturday, March 4. The coats and other essentials are for veterans and families in need, an OSJL spokeswoman said. Gold Coast Cadillac is located at 2123 Route 35 in Oakhurst. The coats and other goods will be distributed from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. to local veterans and families in need throughout the area. Saturday’s donation is the first of three missions to help benefit active military living on base and veterans living in shel…
NJ Marine, 33, Killed By Missile Helping In Ukraine, Organization Says NJ Marine, 33, Killed By Missile Helping In Ukraine, Organization Says
NJ Marine, 33, Killed By Missile Helping In Ukraine, Organization Says Pete Reed, a 33-year-old New Jersey native and global activist, died helping civilians in Ukraine on Friday, Feb. 2. Reed was "actively aiding in the evacuation of Ukrainian civilians when his evacuation vehicle was hit with a reported missile in Bakhmut," according to Global Outreach Doctors.  Pete Reed helps an elderly woman evacuate in Ukraine.Albert Lores A Bordentown native and US Marine veteran, Reed served as the country director for the nonprofit, and founded Global Response Medicine, a different nonprofit. "The GoDocs team is devastated by this news, as are our humanitarian ai…
‘Passionate, Dedicated’ Toms River Father Of 5, Iraq Army Veteran Dies Suddenly, 38 ‘Passionate, Dedicated’ Toms River Father Of 5, Iraq Army Veteran Dies Suddenly, 38
‘Passionate, Dedicated’ Toms River Father Of 5, Iraq Army Veteran Dies Suddenly, 38 Kindhearted, passionate, and dedicated Toms River father of five and Iraq army veteran John Czajkowski died unexpectedly on Thursday, Sept. 1. He was 38. Born in Secaucus, John spent most of his life living in Toms River, his obituary says. John was remembered as a loving and caring father who always put others before himself. John also served in Iraq in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a sergeant. He leaves behind his brother, Christopher Czajkowski; his sister, Alyshia Perez; his Fiancé, Jenalee Blackshaw; his five children, Arianna, Ava, Santino, Giuliana, and Ni…
Ex-Employees Of Jersey Shore Veterans Group Indicted For Embezzling $30K Ex-Employees Of Jersey Shore Veterans Group Indicted For Embezzling $30K
Ex-Employees Of Jersey Shore Veterans Group Indicted For Embezzling $30K Three former employees of a veterans organization have been indicted for stealing about $30,000 in extra pay, authorities said. Jesse Violante, 34, of Tuckerton; Mary Anne Dileo, 67, of Manahawkin; and Gary Mclain, 34, of Little Egg Harbor, were indicted Thursday by an Ocean County grand jury of theft by unlawful taking, the county prosecutor said. All three defendants formerly worked for Vetwork, a LaceyTownship-based nonprofit that provides resources and assistance to veterans in Ocean County.  The defendants are accused of embezzling from Vetwork, beyond their approv…
Veteran, NJ National Guardswoman Transform PA Train Station Into Cafe Veteran, NJ National Guardswoman Transform PA Train Station Into Cafe
Veteran, NJ National Guardswoman Transform PA Train Station Into Cafe A New Jersey National Guardswoman transformed a Pennsylvania train station into a cafe with the help of a longtime friend and veteran. Sgt. First Class Melinda DiStefano and her husband, Anthony, enlisted Joe Lewis as their business partner for the cafe notably named after the general that the town is named after, CBS3 reports.  Mad Anthony Wayne opened its doors three weeks ago, in the historic Wayne station which was built in the late 1800s. Posted by Mad Anthony Wayne Cafe on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 The family-friendly cafe offers a full espresso bar, handmade gelato, local baked …
Off-Duty Phillipsburg Police Officer Dominic Belcastro Killed In Motorcycle Crash Off-Duty Phillipsburg Police Officer Dominic Belcastro Killed In Motorcycle Crash
Off-Duty Phillipsburg Police Officer Dominic Belcastro Killed In Motorcycle Crash A Phillipsburg police officer died in a motorcycle crash Saturday. Dominic “Dom” Belcastro was riding a Harley-Davidson and had the right of way while heading eastbound on Route 22, according to Warren County Prosecutor Jim Pfeiffer, who witnessed the crash, NJ.com reports. A woman in a 2000 Toyota Camry was stopped at Fifth Street, when a vehicle in the right lane of the highway drove past the intersection, and the Toyota tried crossing into the turnaround near the post office immediately after that, the outlet said citing the prosecutor. Belcastro put the the bike down on the road -- ap…