Downed Wires Shut Down Route 80, Cause Widespread Power Outages: DEVELOPING Downed Wires Shut Down Route 80, Cause Widespread Power Outages: DEVELOPING
Downed Wires Shut Down Route 80, Cause Widespread Power Outages: Developing Several downed power lines shut down Route 80 and caused widespread power outages throughout Morris and Sussex Counties, developing reports say. The power lines were knocked down and a brush fire started in the westbound lanes near milepost 32.7 in Jefferson shortly before 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 9, according to initial and unconfirmed reports. All lanes were temporarily closed west of exit 34 to Route 15 in Roxbury Township, though one right lane has reopened, according to 511NJ. Downed wires on I-80 both directions West of Exit 34 - NJ 15 (Roxbury Twp) All lanes closed https://t…
Child, 9, Airlifted Following Sussex County Dirt Bike Crash, State Police Say (UPDATE) Child, 9, Airlifted Following Sussex County Dirt Bike Crash, State Police Say (UPDATE)
Child, 9, Airlifted Following Sussex County Dirt Bike Crash, State Police Say (Update) A nine-year-old child was being flown to a nearby hospital following a dirt bike crash in Sussex County, developing reports say. The crash occurred at a property on Eileen Drive in Wantage around 4:15 p.m. on Monday, August 8, NJSP Sgt. Alejandro Goez told DailyVoice.com. The child was airlifted to Morristown Medical Center for treatment of unspecified injuries, Goez said. The accident remains under investigation. Additional details were not released.
WINNERS: Mega Millions Lottery Tickets Worth $20K Each Sold In Sussex, Warren Counties WINNERS: Mega Millions Lottery Tickets Worth $20K Each Sold In Sussex, Warren Counties
Winners: Mega Millions Lottery Tickets Worth $20K Each Sold In Sussex, Warren Counties Winners! Two Mega Millions lottery tickets each worth $20,000 were sold in Sussex and Warren Counties. Tickets matching four of the five white balls and the Gold Mega Ball for the Friday, July 29 drawing were sold at Market Place Deli on Route 23 in Hamburg and JP Kelly’s on Hope Road in Great Meadows, lottery officials said. The winning numbers were: 13, 36, 45, 57, and 67. The Gold Mega Ball was 14, and the Megaplier Multiplier was 02. The lucky ticket holders are eligible for the $20,000 …
Here's Where The 20 Mega Millions Tickets Winning $10K Were Sold In NJ Here's Where The 20 Mega Millions Tickets Winning $10K Were Sold In NJ
Here's Where The 20 Mega Millions Tickets Winning $10K Were Sold In NJ The $1.3 billion Mega Millions winner took the jackpot prize in Illinois. But 20 players in New Jersey walked off with $10,000 prizes. Those $10,000 prizes were won at the following locations: Atlantic County: Acme #831, 212 New Rd., Somers Point; Bergen County: Krauszer’s Food & Liquor, 275 Park Ave., Rutherford; Bergen County: 7-Eleven #29220, 358 Main Ave., Wallington; Bergen County: Lewis Drugs, 298 Westwood Ave., Westwood; Burlington County: Acme #664, 175 Route 70, Medford; Burlington County: Wegmans #8, 2 Centerton Rd., Mt. Laurel; Burlington County: Acme #4926, 2091 Route 130 …
Occupant Hospitalized In Cardiac Arrest As Car Plummets Into Sussex County Waters Occupant Hospitalized In Cardiac Arrest As Car Plummets Into Sussex County Waters
Occupant Hospitalized In Cardiac Arrest As Car Plummets Into Sussex County Waters One person was hospitalized in cardiac arrest after a car plummeted into the water in Sussex County, authorities said. The Byram Township Fire Department responded to the report of a car in the water near Amity Road and found multiple occupants attempting to escape around 3:10 p.m. on Sunday, July 31, the squad said. One of the occupants made their way to shore before going into cardiac arrest, prompting crew members to administer CPR as the remaining occupants were safely brought to shore. A medical helicopter was requested with a landing zone at Johnson field, though the patient was ulti…
‘Amazing Opportunity:’ Popular Sussex County Gastropub Hits Real Estate Market After 14 Years ‘Amazing Opportunity:’ Popular Sussex County Gastropub Hits Real Estate Market After 14 Years
‘Amazing Opportunity:’ Popular Sussex County Gastropub Hits Real Estate Market After 14 Years A popular gastropub in Sussex County has officially hit the real estate market after 14 years of success. Salt Gastropub on Route 206 in Stanhope is listed at $1.1 million on LoopNet. The 3,260-square-foot property — which sits on nearly a full acre adjacent to a busy highway — is described as turnkey ready and features a fireplace, second-floor apartment, and close water and sewer access, the listing says. The current owner plans to keep the eatery open and fully operational until the right person is found to continue Salt’s legacy, according to a Facebook post. So the decision has …
Popular Sussex County Party Store Closing Brick-And-Mortar Space Citing Theft, Inflation Popular Sussex County Party Store Closing Brick-And-Mortar Space Citing Theft, Inflation
Popular Sussex County Party Store Closing Brick-And-Mortar Space Citing Theft, Inflation A popular party supply store in Sussex County is closing the doors of its brick-and-mortar space citing theft, inflation, and customer rudeness. The Sugar Sisters on Route 23 in Franklin will close its doors in September, the owners announced on Facebook on Sunday, July 24. “Lisa and I regretfully announce that we are closing the doors to our brick-and-mortar store,” reads the post. Meanwhile, everything is on sale “with the exception of a few select items” at the store, which has not raised its prices due to inflation, the post says. The owners cite family, theft, inflation, and increas…
Firefighter Suffers Heat Exhaustion As Crews Battle Blaze At Sussex County Diner (PHOTOS) Firefighter Suffers Heat Exhaustion As Crews Battle Blaze At Sussex County Diner (PHOTOS)
Firefighter Suffers Heat Exhaustion As Crews Battle Blaze At Sussex County Diner (Photos) A firefighter had to be treated for heat exhaustion as crews battled a stubborn blaze at a Sussex County diner, authorities said. The Sparta Township Fire Department responded to the Sparta Classic Diner just after 11:55 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, the squad said. Upon arrival, crews confirmed heavy flames coming from the kitchen and billowing through the roof. Firefighters worked diligently, stretching multiple hose lines through the building to get the blaze under control just before 1 a.m., the department said. Meanwhile, one firefighter suffered from heat exhaustion and was treated at…
Man Claiming To Have Handgun During Sussex County Fight Charged With Terroristic Threats Man Claiming To Have Handgun During Sussex County Fight Charged With Terroristic Threats
Man Claiming To Have Handgun During Sussex County Fight Charged With Terroristic Threats A man who claimed to have a handgun during a fight in Sussex County was charged with making terroristic threats and other offenses, authorities said. Officers responding to the dispute report at Tomahawk Lake found that Arturo E. Rivera had gotten into a physical altercation with several others and claimed to have a handgun on Saturday, July 9, Byram Township Police said in a release on Thursday, July 21. Rivera, of North Brunswick, then went into the trunk of his vehicle and shouted several times that he was getting a gun, police said. However, no firearm was found during a follow-up sear…
‘Tragic:’ Devoted Sussex County Father Of 5 Dies In Motorcycle Crash, 38 ‘Tragic:’ Devoted Sussex County Father Of 5 Dies In Motorcycle Crash, 38
‘Tragic:’ Devoted Sussex County Father Of 5 Dies In Motorcycle Crash, 38 Devoted Sussex County father of five Joseph E. August died in a motorcycle crash on Friday, July 15. He was 38. Joseph attended the Hopatcong School District before moving to Andover, where he lived at the time of his death, according to his social media page and obituary. He loved fishing, the ocean, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his family. Joseph was described as a “devoted father that would stop the world for his children.” “He will be remembered for his infectious smile, big brown eyes, his huge heart and sense of humor,” reads Joseph’s memorial. Joseph leaves behind…
Robber Blasts Motorcyclist, Rescuers With Bear Spray, Caught By Hasbrouck Heights Police Robber Blasts Motorcyclist, Rescuers With Bear Spray, Caught By Hasbrouck Heights Police
Robber Blasts Motorcyclist, Rescuers With Bear Spray, Caught By Hasbrouck Heights Police An ex-con was captured by Hasbrouck Heights police after he blasted a motorcyclist and two good Samaritans with bear spray in a violent robbery attempt, authorities said. The concerned citizens came running after seeing Jared Stun knock the motorcyclist to the ground in an attempt to steal his bike outside Cycle Gear on southbound Route 17 shortly before 5 p.m. Friday, Police Sgt. John Behr said. Stun, a 44-year-old habitual criminal, blasted both of them and the motorcyclist with the aerosol bear deterrent before the good Samaritans pulled him off the victim, Behr said. One of them chased…
'Disgusting:' Scattered Dead Animal Carcasses Shut Down Sussex County Street 'Disgusting:' Scattered Dead Animal Carcasses Shut Down Sussex County Street
'Disgusting:' Scattered Dead Animal Carcasses Shut Down Sussex County Street A Sussex County street had to be shut down due to an abundance of dead animal carcasses, authorities said. Lower High Street in Andover was closed as of 2:40 p.m. on Monday, July 11, according to the borough’s volunteer fire department. The road was closed from 517 to 206 as several companies assisted with the area’s cleanup, the department said. “We apologize for the disgusting smell!” the department said. It was not immediately clear when the road would reopen. This is a developing story. Check back for more.