NJ Town's Bad Luck Continues: Lightning Sparks Library Fire After $26M Lost In Cyber Heist NJ Town's Bad Luck Continues: Lightning Sparks Library Fire After $26M Lost In Cyber Heist NJ Town's Bad Luck Continues: Lightning Sparks Library Fire After $26M Lost In Cyber Heist
NJ Town's Bad Luck Continues: Lightning Sparks Library Fire After $26M Lost In Cyber Heist Cranbury Township can't catch a break. First, $26 million was lost to hackers. Now, lightning has struck the township's library, sparking a fire that brought a second-alarm response. The lightning strike hit the library's roof on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 12, Cranbury Volunteer Fire Company Chief Charlie Smith said. Firefighters kept the flames from spreading inside the building, though the roof sustained damage and water reached a small section of the floor. Crews covered bookcases and moved computers and other equipment to protect them from further damage, Smith said. No injurie…

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Possible Tornado Spotted In South Jersey A possible tornado has been spotted in South Jersey.  A photo of what appeared to be a funnel cloud in Carneys Point was shared by NBC News Meteorologist Justin Godynick. The National Weather Service had not confirmed the tornado as of press time but did confirm a twister in New Castle County, DE. The NWS had previously issued a tornado watch across 11 counties.
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Tornado Watch Issued For 11 NJ Counties Through Thursday Evening A tornado watch has been issued for 11 New Jersey counties through Thursday evening, Nov. 12, according to the National Weather Service. The watch covers Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Salem, Somerset, and Warren counties and remains in effect until 7 p.m. The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center issued the watch at 12:50 p.m. A tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop, but does not mean one has been spotted. A tornado warning is more urgent and means a tornado has been detected or indicated by rada…
New Burger Joint Celebrates Grand Opening In Philly Suburbs With Free Giveaways, Charity Event New Burger Joint Celebrates Grand Opening In Philly Suburbs With Free Giveaways, Charity Event New Burger Joint Celebrates Grand Opening In Philly Suburbs With Free Giveaways, Charity Event
New Burger Joint Celebrates Grand Opening In Philly Suburbs With Free Giveaways, Charity Event A new burger joint is celebrating its grand opening with hundreds of giveaways and a special event benefiting a local nonprofit. Habit Burger & Grill will host a grand opening celebration at its new Jenkintown-area restaurant at 1621 The Fairway in Baederwood Shoppes on Tuesday, Nov. 24, according to a press release issued Wednesday, Nov. 11. The California-based chain, known for its award-winning Charburgers cooked over an open flame, officially opened the location on Monday, Oct. 5. The upcoming celebration will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, giveaways, and donations to a local ch…
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Death Investigation Draws Heavy Police Presence To NJ Neighborhood A death investigation drew a large police presence to a Hunterdon County neighborhood on Thursday, Nov. 12, authorities said. Police were investigating a death at 17 Iron Horse Drive in the Ringoes section of East Amwell Township, Mayor Michael Dendis said in a 2 p.m. update. Dendis said he had been in contact with New Jersey State Police and the Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office. The mayor had earlier alerted residents to a large police presence on Iron Horse Drive, saying state police had assured him there was no danger to the public. Authorities have not released the identity of the…

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NJ's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List Thousands of nursing homes across the Northeast have been evaluated in new national ratings highlighting the best facilities for rehabilitation and long-term care. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes ratings on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The annual list evaluated more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities in all 50 states and Washington, DC. The study evaluated nursing homes using 17 quality measures in each care category, including staffing levels, hospital readmissions, patient safety, and clinical outcomes. U.S. News rated 2,236 facilities across the Northeast.…

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Jersey Shore ‘Thrill Killer’ Suspected In NY Murder As Six Cold Case Victims ID’d: Authorities Six Long Island cold case victims were publicly identified for the first time Thursday, Nov. 12, including one who may have been shot dead by a New Jersey serial killer, officials said. The highest profile case was that of “Montauk Mary,” an elderly woman who was shot four times and found near East Overlook Park on Montauk Highway in March 1978. She was identified Thursday as Sofia Margherita Marrone, a Pleasantville, NJ, woman who was 73 years old when she died, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office. Marrone was killed by four .22-caliber “short round” bullets — the …

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Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100
Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah Winfrey's famous Favorite Things list is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and holiday shoppers have 79 gifts to explore this year — including 30 priced under $100. Unveiled Thursday, Nov. 12, the 2026 collection features everything from beauty products and gourmet foods to kitchen gadgets, clothing, technology, and gifts for children. This year's selections are featured in a new dedicated Amazon storefront, making it easier for shoppers to browse Oprah's picks and get a head start on their holiday shopping. And fortunately, shoppers don't have to spend thousands — or even $100 — to p…

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Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100
Oprah's Favorite Things Turns 30 With 79 Gifts, 30 Under $100 Oprah Winfrey's famous Favorite Things list is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and holiday shoppers have 79 gifts to explore this year — including 30 priced under $100. Unveiled Thursday, Nov. 12, the 2026 collection features everything from beauty products and gourmet foods to kitchen gadgets, clothing, technology, and gifts for children. This year's selections are featured in a new dedicated Amazon storefront, making it easier for shoppers to browse Oprah's picks and get a head start on their holiday shopping. And fortunately, shoppers don't have to spend thousands — or even $100 — to p…

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Reality TV Star Arrested After Violent Fight Leaves Teen Dead A reality TV star known for life aboard luxury yachts has been arrested in Turkey after a store confrontation escalated into a fight that left a teenager dead, according to multiple reports. João Franco, 36, of Bravo’s “Below Deck” franchise, and his brother, Karlos Franco, were arrested following the altercation in Bodrum on Saturday, Nov. 7, TV Insider reported. The teenager, identified as a 17-year-old clothing store employee, suffered a head injury during the fight. He died at a hospital on Monday, Nov. 9. The brothers have denied hitting Koyabakan and told police they were attacked an…