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Four Arrested In NJ Detective's Home Invasion Killing: 'Significant Step Toward Justice'
Four people have been charged for their roles in a violent home invasion that left a Cumberland County detective dead, authorities announced. Nyshawn Mutcherson, 29, of Vineland; Jarred Brown, 31, of Bridgeton; and Richard Hawkins Willis, 32, of Gloucester City, were each charged with first-degree murder, the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office said in a news release on Monday, Oct. 28. Cyndia Pimentel, 38, of Paulsboro, was also facing charges in the case. Sgt. Monica Mosley, a detective sergeant with the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office, was shot and killed in her Brid…
Police & Fire
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Busts Dad Of Saquon Barkley With Loaded Gun In Unregistered Corvette
The father of Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was arrested with a loaded gun in a New York City traffic stop this week, police said. Police stopped Alibay Barkley, 55, of Whitehall, PA, in a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette with an obstructed license plates that didn't match the car, at East 140 St. and Third Avenue around 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, the NYPD said. An investigation found that Barkley had a loaded gun and that the car was unregistered, police said. According to 6abc, Barkley told police the pink gun shared to X by the NYPD was his wife's gun that they keep for safet…
News
Absurd Items, Fewer Plastic Bags Found On NJ Beaches By Volunteers In 2023
Volunteers cleaning New Jersey's beaches in 2023 found hundreds of thousands of pieces of debris, from typical garbage to some very strange items. The environmental nonprofit group Clean Ocean Action (COA) released its 2023 Annual Beach Sweeps Report on Thursday, Apr. 4. The report shows data about the litter found on the Garden State's beaches by COA's 3,664 volunteers. COA noted that there were about 60 percent fewer volunteers during the 2023 sweeps due to bad weather. To make it consistent with previous years, 2023 data was also shown as an estimate of items removed per volunteer. The …
Obituaries
James Halbig, Army Veteran, Sandyston Resident, Dies At 52
James Halbig, a Sandyston Township resident, died on Sunday, Feb. 4, at Morristown Medical Center, according to his obituary. Born in Dover, Halbig grew up in Denville and graduated Morris Knolls High School, his obituary reads. He joined the United States Army, serving multiple tours in Germany and the Middle East, including Desert Storm, according to his obituary. He settled in Sandyston and worked as a mechanic at Sussex County Rental Center in Andover, his obituary reads. A diehard Philadelphia Eagles fan, Halbig was a volunteer fireman for Andover Borough and also served in the N…
Sports
Sports-Loving Jersey Shore Crab Makes Super Bowl
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Prediction
Maybe he appreciates the Kansas City Chiefs' young and talented defense, maybe he's a Swiftie, or maybe he just likes red more than gold. Whatever the reason is, the sports-loving spider crab at SEA LIFE Aquarium New Jersey has made his prediction for Super Bowl LVIII. The crab from the Shark River in Monmouth County has picked the Chiefs to beat the San Francisco 49ers, according to the East Rutherford aquarium. Even though the Niners were listed as two-point favorites on DraftKings on Thursday, Feb. 8, the prognosticating crustacean went against the oddsmakers. "Without any hesitation, h…
Sports
NJ Aquarium's Sports-Loving Crab To Be Named After Super Bowl-Winning QB
The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers have a little something extra at stake in Super Bowl LVIII: The naming rights to a Jersey Shore crab. SEA LIFE Aquarium New Jersey, located at the American Dream Mall, said it will name a nine-spine spider crab after whichever quarterback wins Super Bowl LVIII. The male crab will share the name of either Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes or Niners gunslinger Brock Purdy. The two-year-old crab was found in the Shark River in Monmouth County, according to SEA LIFE. When he's not picking NFL winners, guests can see the unnamed crab buried…
Lifestyle
Taylor Swift Touches Down In Morristown —
Again
As Buffalo Bills fans deal with a "cruel summer," Taylor Swift is continuing to enjoy her playoff karma in Morristown. According to a Reddit page designated to tracking Swift's private jet, her plane landed at Morristown Airport after she was in Buffalo to support her boyfriend Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs in their defeat of the Buffalo Bills 27-24 on Sunday, Jan. 21. Kelce set social media ablaze when he did Swift's signature "heart hand" after scoring a touchdown, while his brother, Jason, who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles, celebrated shirtless in the stands. …
Sports
Aaron Judge Picks Up Dinner Tab For NJ's Tommy DeVito
Aaron Judge, the current King of New York sports, did a kind gesture for Giants rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito. DeVito, a Don Bosco graduate who lives in Cedar Grove, said in an interview with Peter Schrager, of FOX Sports, that he was recently dining in New York City when he noticed the Yankees slugger and 2022 MVP, at the table next to him. "I saw him out of the corner of my eye, but I didn't want to go say hello yet," DeVito said. "I waited for the end of the dinner. I went to go pay and the waiter came over and said 'Aaron paid for your tab.' " Peter Schrager chats with @…
Sports
DeVito Era Over? Eagles Win With Tommy Cutlets Benched
Have Tommy DeVito's glory days come to an end? The undrafted quarterback who's been starting for Big Blue was sent to the bench on Monday night's Christmas Day game against the Philadelphia Eagles. DeVito, who famously still lives with his parents in Cedar Grove, was put on the pine Monday night by head coach Brian Daboll after leading the G-Men to a slow start that saw them behind 20-3 at the half. The Eagles won 33 to 25, as haters and fans alike called it for Tommy Cutlets. RIP Tommy Cutlets November 5 2023 - December 25 2023 — Stuckey (@Stuckey2) December 25, 2023 Daboll pulled th…
Sports
'Turf Sucks, Place Is Lame:' NFL Players Would Rather Go To Any Stadium But MetLife, Poll Finds
"If you build it, they will come." At least, that's what Ray Kisella said in "Field of Dreams." But many NFL players would rather not when it comes to NFC East locales, according to a new poll by The Athletic. The anonymous survey of NFL players led to some dubious results for the New York Giants (and Jets) and Washington Commanders, whose stadiums were found to be among the worst to play in. Out of 79 responses, MetLife Stadium (18.4 percent) was overwhelmingly voted the worst stadium to play in by NFL followed right behind by FedEx Field (13.9 percent). Highmark Stadium (12.7 per…
News
Eagles Clarify Reason For NJ Power Broker Norcross' Removal From Game
New Jersey power broker and political party boss George Norcross was removed from the Philadelphia Eagles game over an Israeli flag — but not necessarily because of his support for Israel, team officials said. Video shows the Camden native and Democratic Party organizer being removed from the Sunday, Nov. 5 game against Dallas, after hanging American and Israeli flags outside of his suite. Security removed George Norcross from the Eagles game today because he hung an American and Israeli flag outside his box. Then they tore down the flag. pic.twitter.com/3agNgr3X0E — Julie Roginsky (@ju…
Obituaries
NJ Pro Wrestler Who Was Paralyzed In Ring After Vomiting On Football During NFL Game Dead At 54
Darren Drozdov, a professional wrestler and former NFL player nicknamed "Puke" for vomiting on the ball, died on Friday, June 30. He was 54 years old. Darren, of Hamilton, NJ, grew up playing football as a quarterback in Mays Landing and was All-State in football at Oakcrest High School. He went on to play college football at the University of Maryland, graduating with a degree in criminal justice. Darren played in the NFL on the New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and Denver Broncos, and was famously nicknamed "Puke" after he threw up on he ball during a Monday night game, stopping the ce…
Sports
Kelce Chugs 5-Second Beer, Pours Shots For Good Cause At Jersey Shore Bar
Like everyone else at the Jersey Shore, Jason Kelce was chugging beers — but at least he was doing it for a good cause. Kelce, a center for the Philadelphia Eagles, hosted his third annual Jersey Shore fundraiser for the Eagles Autism Foundation on Wednesday, June 28 at Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, raising more than $380,000 for the charity. Kelce, who was joined by his brother Travis, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, won a beer-chugging contest, defeating a Philadelphia radio host by chugging a 30 oz. beer in 5.7 seconds. Jason Kelce defeats James Seltzer, finishing his 30oz …
Sports
Jason Kelce's Big Announcement Is Actually Teeny Tiny
Eight pounds. Five ounces. Twenty-one inches long. Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce's big Instagram announcement is actually teeny tiny. Bennett Llewellyn Kelce joined Kelce and his wife, Kylie, and their two other children on Thursday, Feb. 23. The Kelce's famously brought their OBGYN to the Super Bowl in case baby girl made her big arrival. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kylie (McDevitt) Kelce (@kykelce) Kelce family, party of five.
Sports
Two NJ Natives Head To Super Bowl
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Hard work is paying off for Michael Burton and Isiah Pacheco. Both New Jersey natives are Kansas City Chiefs players, and will make their Super Bowl debuts Sunday, Feb. 12 when against the Philadelphia Eagles. Burton, 31, grew up in Long Valley, playing football for West Morris Central High School before scoring a spot on the team at Rutgers, from 2011 to 2014. He went on to play for the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Redskins, before signing with the Chiefs in April 2021. Pacheco, 23, is a Bridgeton native and was a standout…
Neighbors
Philly TikTok Chef To Appear On FOX Show After Super Bowl
After the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, Feb. 12, audiences can stay tuned to root for someone else with Philadelphia ties. Cassie Yeung is a chef and TikTok influencer who will appear alongside Gordon Ramsay on FOX's "Next Level Chef." The competition series puts culinary pros head-to-head to test their skills under the leadership of TV's most recognizable celebrity chefs — including the famously prickly Ramsay. "He's intimidating by nature but honestly so supportive," Cassie tells Daily Voice. During filming, Cassie was chosen to compete…
News
NY Jets Assistant, Garfield Native Miles Austin Suspended One Year By NFL For Gambling
New York Jets receivers coach Miles Austin has been suspended for a minimum of a year by the NFL for violating the league's gambling policy, it was announced Friday night. Austin, 38, a Garfield (NJ) High School and Monmouth College graduate who once played wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys and later the Philadelphia Eagles, is appealing the decision, various sources reported on Dec. 23. ESPN's Adam Schefter and Rich Cimini broke the news. The National Football League, in turn, issued a statement confirming the suspension and Austin's plans to appeal. "The league will have no further …
News
$2.4M Eagles Ticket Scam: Ex-South Jersey Lawyer Gets 4 Years In Fed Pen
A disgraced South Jersey attorney with a confessed gambling habit must spend the next four years in federal prison for conning an investor out of $2.4 million in a loan scheme involving supposed Philadelphia Eagles season ticket holders. Frank N. Tobolsky, 60, of Cherry Hill told the Delaware investor that he was funding loans for clients using season ticket licenses as collateral, an indictment returned in U.S. District Court in Camden says. U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Philip R. Sellinger said Tobolsky put a "substantial portion" of the $2.4 million toward personal expenses, some of which…
Schools
Watch For NJ History Teacher As Ballgirl During Phillies
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Game Tonight
Game? What game? We're looking for Kelly Fleck. That's the 23-year-old New Jersey teacher who has been moonlighting as a Phillies' Ballgirl. The Robbinsville High School AP history teacher will be on the field for the entire game Saturday, Oct. 22, where she will have a front-row seat to watch the Phightin' Phils that even the Philly Phanatic would be jealous of as the team heads to Game 4 of the National League Championship Series against the San Diego Padres. If they're able to de-throne the Padres, the Phillies will make their first Wold Series appearance since 2009 and will have a sho…
Police & Fire
Murder
: Charges Upgraded For Ex-Marine In NJ Sports Bar Shooting, Police Say
Charges against a former US Marine have been upgraded to murder after the victim who he shot in the head outside of a New Jersey sports bar died, authorities confirmed. Walter J. Gilliano, 25, of Franklinville, was initially charged with attempted murder, after he shot 31-year-old Chad Stuart in the head outside of Villari's Sports Bar around 4:45 a.m. Saturday, according to the Franklin Township Police Department. Stuart died on Sept. 27, when he became an organ donor, and Gilliano's charges were subsequently upgraded, police confirmed. According to Gilliano's LinkedIn profile and people…
News
New Jerseyans Hurt In Railing Collapse File Lawsuit Against Washington Commanders
A handful of New Jersey football fans are suing the Washington Commanders over a nearly-fatal incident after a game in January 2021, as reported by various news outlets. After a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, quarterback Jalen Hurts was greeting fans when a railing collapsed, injuring multiple spectators who fell between five and 10 feet onto concrete at FedEx Field. Four of the individuals who were hurt in the incident are suing the Commanders for gross negligence, seeking $300,000 to compensate for their physical and emotional pain, ESPN says. Soon after the incident, Hurts asked …
Police & Fire
Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44
Support is on the rise for the family of devoted father and Phillipsburg Public Works employee Kevin Johnson, who died at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at the age of 44. Born in Hackettstown, Kevin had been employed with the Department of Public Works with the Town of Phillipsburg, his obituary says. Kevin was known for his love of youth sports and had spent time as a coach with Steele Hill and Firthtown, according to his memorial. He also loved the Philadelphia Eagles. Above all, Kevin was a dedicated family man who embraced his role as a loving father to his wife, Sta…
Sports
NFL Athletes Play Drinking Games With Fans At Jersey Shore Bar
The Philadelphia Eagles sure know how to party, especially if it's for a good cause. Eagles center Jason Kelce was behind the bar at Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, raising money for the Eagles Autism Foundation on Wednesday, June 29. GO BIRDS.@eaglesautism | #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/oJkouna95H — Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 29, 2022 Supporting him were his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, and Eagles teammate Jordan Mailata. Aside from pouring shots and tall ones, the athletes were spotting playing flip cup and other drinking games with fans. Last year's ev…
Obituaries
Lehigh Valley Native Dies After Car Accident, 47
Lehigh Valley native and beloved son Michael Scott Grys died suddenly from car accident injuries on Tuesday, March 29. He was 47. A Bethlehem native, Grys was known for his love for family and volunteering, his obituary says. Grys was also remembered for loving to cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles and listening to Carrie Underwood, his memorial says. “Michael touched a lot of people throughout his life and that is how he will be remembered,” reads his obituary. “He will be dearly missed by so many.” Grys leaves behind his loving mother, Maria Popowycz; brother, Christopher (Elizabeth) Grys…
News
NFL Joins NHL, NCAA In Moving Games Due To COVID
IT'S OFFICIAL: The National Football League has moved three Week 15 games to next week -- including a pivotal NFC East matchup between the Washington Football Team and Philadelphia Eagles -- as COVID-19 continues to decimate active rosters, the league announced Friday afternoon. The decision comes amid an escalation in coronavirus cases nationwide that have slammed college and professional sports. The Cleveland Browns, who among those who had games rescheduled, most recently listed 23 players on the NFL's Covid-19/Reserve list including starting quarterback Baker Mayfield. Coach Kevin Stef…
News
Dad Dies Suddenly After Surprise Trip Home To Kiss His Wife
A Central Pennsylvania community is mourning the loss of a father-of-four who collapsed shortly after a surprise trip home from work just to kiss his wife, those who knew him said. Joseph M. Matonti IV, 40, of Coatesville, told his wife he wasn’t feeling well and collapsed in her arms in the driveway, according to a GoFundMe launched by family friend, JenMarie Macdonald. EMS was soon called and Matonti was rushed to Brandywine Hospital, and then life-flighted to Reading Hospital, according to the page. Once in Reading, he underwent emergency surgery and was put on life support, but he unfo…
News
Tampa Bay Bucs WR Antonio Brown Accused Of Using Fake Vax Cards
Whether Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown will play against the Giants on Monday night has become a bigger question than before. The Tampa Bay Tribune reported Thursday that Brown is accused of obtaining a phony COVID-19 vaccination card so he could avoid NFL requirements. The report sources Brown's personal chef, Steven Ruiz, with whom the 33-year-old Pro Bowl receiver allegedly had a falling out over an uncollected debt. Ruiz said Brown showed him bogus vaccination cards that he'd gotten for himself and his girlfriend before the beginning of the Super Bowl champions' train…
Police & Fire
Ex-Eagle Patrick Chung Tweets 'Best Day Of My Life,' Charged With Assault, Battery
Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Patrick Chung was charged Monday with assault and battery on a family member, multiple news reports say. The 34-year-old athlete, who also played for the New England Patriots, was released on $10,000 bail Tuesday following the incident outside of a Milton, Mass. home Monday, CBS4 reports. Chung on Monday posted the following tweet: Best day of my life — Patrick Chung (@PatrickChung23) October 25, 2021 A police report obtained by the news outlet says Chung pushed a woman, causing her to fall the ground, and hit her in her face with an open hand. Chung…
News
TikTok Video Shows Arrest Of Philly Fans For Alleged Bathroom Sex During Panthers Game
They were riled up alright, but maybe not for the team they came to root for. A pair of Philadelphia Eagles fans were taken into custody for allegedly having sex in the bathroom during Sunday's Eagles-Panthers game at Carolina’s Bank of America Stadium, TMZ reports. Can’t take Philly fans anywhere (via ig/willlliamharris) pic.twitter.com/4s1w0hpQM2 — Barstool Philly (@BarstoolPhilly) October 10, 2021 A TikTok video that captured authorities placing the pair in handcuffs had more than 11.1 million views as of Tuesday morning. Officers were dispatched to the men's bathroom at the stadiu…
News
Ex-Eagles WR Freddie Mitchell Goes To Walmart In Underwear After MontCo House Rescue
If you saw Freddie Mitchell pants-less in Walmart last week, your eyes were not deceiving you. The former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver was woken up to firefighters banging on the window of his Montgomery County house saying he had to evacuate around 4 a.m. last Friday, he told FOX29. In boxer briefs, without clothes and nowhere else to go, Mitchell went to Walmart. "It was the only place open at this time of night," Mitchell told FOX29. "It's always good scenery at Walmart especially this early in the morning. 'Let me go.' "I thought I had boxers on... No, I had my underwear on." Mi…
Police & Fire
Purported Eagles-Giants Argument Leaves NJ Man Dead Outside Of Popular Philly Cheesesteak Joint
An argument between a Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants fan turned deadly when one killed the other while waiting in line for cheesesteaks early Thursday morning in Philly. Paul C. Burkert, 36, of Reading, pulled out a gun and shot 23-year-old Camden resident David Padro around 1 a.m. outside of Pat's Steaks, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. The two had gotten into a dispute when things turned physical on Ninth and Wharton Streets, authorities said. Padro was rushed to Jefferson University Hospital where he died of a gunshot wound to the back, police said. Pat's general manage Tom…
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