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EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says
Exclusive: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says The family of Paul David Ley-Harris, the New Jersey-born man gunned down after stepping off a SEPTA bus in Lower Providence, is speaking out for the first time — calling the shooter a “heartless coward” who preyed on someone unable to defend himself. In an exclusive statement to Daily Voice, Paul’s older brother, Peter Li, confirmed that the 47-year-old victim was neurologically disabled due to severe epileptic seizures, giving new context to the chilling May 17 killing that Montgomery County prosecutors have described as an execution-style robbery. "He Had The Mind Of A Child" Paul had the…
Park Street Auto Marks 30 Years In Montclair With ‘Service Honoring The Golden Rule’ Park Street Auto Marks 30 Years In Montclair With ‘Service Honoring The Golden Rule’
Park Street Auto Marks 30 Years In Montclair With ‘Service Honoring The Golden Rule’ A Montclair auto repair shop built on word-of-mouth, grit, and kindness is turning 30 this week — and locals say it’s as trustworthy as ever. Joe and Ruth Bollo, owners of Park Street Auto, bought the garage on May 1, 1995, and turned it into what many customers now call a rare gem in the world of car repair. The shop’s slogan — posted on a sign inside the garage — reads: “Service Honoring the Golden Rule.” That motto, Ruth says, isn’t just decoration. It’s how they run the business. "Service Honoring the Golden Rule," a sign hanging inside Park Street Auto that few people see…
16-Year-Old Robbed, Assaulted By Five Men: Montclair Police 16-Year-Old Robbed, Assaulted By Five Men: Montclair Police
16-Year-Old Robbed, Assaulted By Five Men: Montclair Police A 16-year-old was robbed and assaulted by five people in Montclair last week, authorities announced on Tuesday, April 15. Officers responded to Elm Street and Orange Road where they found the 16-year-old boy with multiple lacerations to his head, Montclair Police said. The boy said he had been beaten and robbed of his belongings in an alley on Lackawanna Plaza. Surveillance footage showed the boy in the alley, at which point five men approached him, assaulted and took his shoes, backpack and cellphone, police said.   The boy was ultimately transported to University Trauma Center …
Newark Man Busted For Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD Newark Man Busted For Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD
Newark Man Busted For Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD A 20-year-old Newark man was arrested on Monday, April 7, for multiple smash and grab burglaries that occurred in Montclair earlier this year, authorities said. On Friday, Feb. 28, officers responded to The Chicken and Shawarma at 180 Bloomfield Ave. after a man, later identified as Jalen Dorch, wearing all black clothing was seen on surveillance video shattering the front door of the business before making entry, removing the cash register, taking $210, Montclair police said. Later that day, officers responded to Sofia's Pizzeria at 322 Orange Rd. after Dorch shattered the front door of th…
Prosecutor IDs Montclair Motorcyclist Killed In Orange Crash Prosecutor IDs Montclair Motorcyclist Killed In Orange Crash
Prosecutor IDs Montclair Motorcyclist Killed In Orange Crash A 52-year-old Montclair resident was killed on Thursday, March 27, when his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle, authorities said. Mark Elder was struck by a car turning onto Hayward Street from Thomas Boulevard at 6 p.m. in Orange, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said.  Elder was taken to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead later that night, authorities said My heart ❤️ is so broken right now..my friend mom just come to my job this morning to let me know she lost her son my... Posted by Daryl Williams on Friday, March 28, 2025 . With a heavy heart,…
Man Stole $6K In Equipment From Montclair Film Festival: Police Man Stole $6K In Equipment From Montclair Film Festival: Police
Man Stole $6K In Equipment From Montclair Film Festival: Police A 34-year-old Montclair man was arrested and charged on Tuesday, March 25, with stealing $6,000 in electronic equipment from the headquarters of the Montclair Film Festival the day before authorities said. At 11:02 a.m., officers responded to the headquarters of the Montclair Film Festival at 505 Bloomfield Ave. after an employee discovered $6,000 in electronic equipment had been stolen from the basement podcast studio, police said. Surveillance footage showed a man, later identified as Max Collazo, breaking into the basement at 1:40 a.m., retrieving a messenger bag and filling it with equi…
Montclair Native Opening Chick-fil-A In East Brunswick Montclair Native Opening Chick-fil-A In East Brunswick
Montclair Native Opening Chick-fil-A In East Brunswick Calling all chicken lovers in Middlesex County.  A Chick-fil-A will be opening in East Brunswick at 371 Route 18 on Thursday, March 27. The restaurant will be open for dine-in, carryout and delivery from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the drive-thru staying open until 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday. As always, Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays. The restaurant is owned and operated by Chris Smith, a Montclair native, who began working at Chick-fil-A as a college student. Smith later relocated to Atlanta to work at a Chick-fil-A restaurant before entering the Chick-fil-A Leadership Developm…
Rodents Infest Montclair Elementary School Rodents Infest Montclair Elementary School
Rodents Infest Montclair Elementary School Montclair Public Schools said it is taking remediation steps after a rodent infestation at Watchung Elementary School. In a letter to parents, interim Superintendent Damen Cooper said the school is working with the Montclair Department of Health, Alliance Pest Control Services and the District building and grounds team on a "comprehensive remediation plan." This week, spaces where pipes enter walls and ceilings that provide passageways for mice were sealed with silicone and will be placed on elevated monitoring by the pest control service. The number of bait stations were also increased. T…
Three Businesses Hit By Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD Three Businesses Hit By Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD
Three Businesses Hit By Smash, Grab Burglaries: Montclair PD A suspect is at large after three businesses were hit by smash and grab burglaries in Montclair last weekend, authorities said. On Friday, Feb. 28,  officers responded to Chicken & Shawarma Express at 180 Bloomfield Ave. after receiving a report that the front glass door had been shattered, Montclair police said. Surveillance footage shows the burglary occurred at approximately 5:45 a.m., police said. The suspect, wearing a black puffy jacket with black sneakers, black pants, and a mask entered the store and leaved with the cash register which contained $21…
Respectful Teens Steal The Show During Portnoy Pizza Review At Montclair Deli Respectful Teens Steal The Show During Portnoy Pizza Review At Montclair Deli
Respectful Teens Steal The Show During Portnoy Pizza Review At Montclair Deli Dave Portnoy walked into Belgiovine’s in Montclair expecting to review the pizza—but it was the kids inside who ended up making an impression. During his One Bite review, the Barstool Sports founder couldn’t help but notice how unfazed the young customers were by his presence. Unlike the usual chaos that follows a Portnoy visit, these kids didn’t jump out of their seats or beg for a selfie. They sat at their table, kept their cool, and let him do his thing. “There were some kids that back in my heyday would’ve been ejaculating if they saw me,” Portnoy joked. “But they were pretty calm and …
Montclair Catholic High School Closing After 100+ Years Montclair Catholic High School Closing After 100+ Years
Montclair Catholic High School Closing After 100+ Years It's the end of an era for Catholic education in Montclair. The Office of Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of Newark announced on Wednesday, Feb. 12 that Immaculate Conception High School will be closing in June, after being open for 100 years. Declining enrollment, ongoing financial challenges and an aging facility were cited as reasons for the closure, the Archdiocese said.  “We deeply regret the necessity of this decision and understand the profound impact it will have on our students, families, faculty and staff,” said Barbara Dolan, Superintendent of Catholic Schools. “Immacul…
Two Jersey Teens Arrested For Stealing Car, Burglaries: Secaucus PD Two Jersey Teens Arrested For Stealing Car, Burglaries: Secaucus PD
Two Jersey Teens Arrested For Stealing Car, Burglaries: Secaucus PD Two teenagers from Jersey City were arrested and charged over the weekend with committing multiple thefts in Secaucus, authorities said. On Saturday, Jan. 11 at 5:30 a.m., officers responded to Mallard Place on a report of several individuals wearing ski masks in the process of burglarizing vehicles, Secaucus police said. When officers arrived, a Honda Pilot was driving at a high rate of speed and narrowly missed striking a marked police vehicle, police said. Officers observed the occupants wearing ski masks and the vehicle’s license plate, but lost sight of it almost immediately, due t…
'Jerseylicious' Star Lorenzo Gangala Dies Months After Surviving Motorcycle Crash 'Jerseylicious' Star Lorenzo Gangala Dies Months After Surviving Motorcycle Crash
'Jerseylicious' Star Lorenzo Gangala Dies Months After Surviving Motorcycle Crash Lorenzo Rocco Gangala, a Montclair resident who appeared on the former reality show "Jerseylicious" died on Thursday, Jan. 16 at Mountainside Medical Center surrounded by family, according to his obituary on the Par-Troy Funeral Home website. He was 38 years old. In August 2024, Lorenzo survived a serious motorcycle accident in East Orange, an experience he called life-changing. "Some may say I was lucky, but the truth is I was saved by the mercy of God and God alone," he wrote on Instagram. Lorenzo shared how the event reignited his faith, a journey he hoped would inspire others to dee…
Bizzare YouTube Video Shows Threat Made By Montclair Teacher Placed On Leave: Report Bizzare YouTube Video Shows Threat Made By Montclair Teacher Placed On Leave: Report
Bizzare YouTube Video Shows Threat Made By Montclair Teacher Placed On Leave: Report Amir Doctry, who was arrested Monday, Jan. 13 after making threats that caused the Montclair school district to shut down, had been placed on leave for "erratic behavior," according to a report. The Northeast Elementary School teacher, was arrested at his home in Philadelphia, after posting a bizarre YouTube video in which he claimed he was going to be the next Montclair superintendent. In the video description, he wrote: "Joe must die school shooting Montclair school shooting kills Dr. Joe Racsim Racist Joe is dead. He dies tonight." Montclair Police Lt. Terrence Turner told the New York …
NJ Mansion With Snow-Melt System, Indoor-Outdoor Pool Listed At $6.75M NJ Mansion With Snow-Melt System, Indoor-Outdoor Pool Listed At $6.75M
NJ Mansion With Snow-Melt System, Indoor-Outdoor Pool Listed At $6.75M An iconic Montclair estate that blends historic charm with modern luxury is now on the market for $6.75 million.  Known as "Daybreak," the meticulously restored property at 88 South Mountain Avenue offers eight bedrooms, eight full and one-half baths, and breathtaking New York City views—all set on 1.46 acres of lush, private grounds. Listed by Cristian Perez and Tony Verducci of Serhant Real Estate, the estate is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, with standout features including a year-round indoor-outdoor pool and spa, a greenhouse, and a two-bedroom carriage house apar…
Immigrant Couple Turns Struggles To Success: Celebrating 30 Years Of Jyoti In Wayne Immigrant Couple Turns Struggles To Success: Celebrating 30 Years Of Jyoti In Wayne
Immigrant Couple Turns Struggles To Success: Celebrating 30 Years Of Jyoti In Wayne Thirty years ago, Asha and Satish Guglani took a leap of faith on Route 46. They had little money, a dream, and a register sitting on a table because there wasn’t enough to buy a counter. Today, Jyoti, their Indian restaurant, stands as a cherished cornerstone of Wayne—a testament to decades of hard work, family dedication, and loyal customers. Jyoti, named after the Guglanis’ eldest daughter and symbolizing a “spiritual light,” opened its doors on Dec. 24, 1994. Asha was nervous but determined when Satish suggested opening a second restaurant just for her to run. Satish had already found s…
21-Year-Old Man Missing After Leaving Essex County Hospital: Sheriff's Office 21-Year-Old Man Missing After Leaving Essex County Hospital: Sheriff's Office
21-Year-Old Man Missing After Leaving Essex County Hospital: Sheriff's Office A 21-year-old man remains missing after he left Essex County Hospital Center in Cedar Grove on Tuesday, Dec. 17, authorities said. Timothy Robinson left the facility on Grove Avenue toward a nearby neighborhood, the Essex County Sheriff’s Office said. Robinson is 5"8" and weighs 130 to 150 lbs., authorities said. He was  last seen wearing all-black sweatpants, sweatshirt, and Crocs, with possibly a blue/gray coat, authorities said.  Robinson is developmentally delayed and is not classified as a danger to himself or others, authorities said. Due to Robinson’s condition, he is not …
18-Year-Old Arrested After Crashing Stolen Car, Fleeing On Foot: Montclair PD 18-Year-Old Arrested After Crashing Stolen Car, Fleeing On Foot: Montclair PD
18-Year-Old Arrested After Crashing Stolen Car, Fleeing On Foot: Montclair PD An 18-year-old Newark resident was arrested and charged after he stole a vehicle in Montclair and then was involved in a car crash on Sunday, Dec. 22, authorities said. A man left his 2023 Kia Sportage running and unattended on Bloomfield Avenue, only to return to see it driving away west on Church Street, Montclair police said. The vehicle was last seen by patrol at a high rate of speed east on Bloomfield Avenue, police said. The vehicle was later involved in a motor vehicle crash in Glen Ridge, police said.  The driver fled from the scene on foot, police said. He was appre…
$1K Worth Of Meat Stolen From Montclair Supermarket: Police $1K Worth Of Meat Stolen From Montclair Supermarket: Police
$1K Worth Of Meat Stolen From Montclair Supermarket: Police A coordinated theft saw almost $1,000 worth of meat stolen from a Montclair supermarket on Friday, Dec. 13, authorities said. Surveillance footage showed three people entering Kings Supermarket at 650 Valley Rd., Montclair police said. The trio made their way toward the meat department, where one suspect was observed loading packages of beef into a shopping cart, police said, while a second suspect acted as a lookout to monitor for any potential chance of being caught, police said. The third suspect held the door to the meat department that led to their exit, facilitating a q…
Did Montclair's Stephen Colbert Just Scare Benny Blanco Into Proposing To Selena Gomez? Did Montclair's Stephen Colbert Just Scare Benny Blanco Into Proposing To Selena Gomez?
Did Montclair's Stephen Colbert Just Scare Benny Blanco Into Proposing To Selena Gomez? It seems Stephen Colbert’s playful grilling last week may have had an effect—because Benny Blanco is now officially engaged to Selena Gomez. The producer popped the question after one year of dating, and Gomez shared the exciting news on Dec. 11, 2024. Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are taking their relationship to the next level.  On Wednesday, Dec. 11, Gomez announced her engagement to Blanco, marking a new chapter in their romance after one year of dating. The couple’s relationship took a public turn just days after a memorable moment on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." Blanco,…
The Amazing Kreskin, Famed NJ Mentalist, Dies At 89 The Amazing Kreskin, Famed NJ Mentalist, Dies At 89
The Amazing Kreskin, Famed NJ Mentalist, Dies At 89 The Amazing Kreskin, a mentalist who captivated audience for decades with his seemingly supernatural abilities, died in Caldwell on Tuesday, Dec. 10, his manager announced. Kreskin, who performed hundreds of live shows a year, was known for his signature flourish: he would have an audience member hide his paycheck for the performance and he would have to find it. If he didn't find it, Kreskin wouldn't get paid. Born in Montclair, Kreskin a.k.a. George Joseph Kresge, Jr. grew up in Caldwell and later attended Seton Hall University. He said in interviews he was inspired to go into mentalism a…
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson Film Movie At Popular NJ Tavern Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson Film Movie At Popular NJ Tavern
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson Film Movie At Popular NJ Tavern Montclair got a taste of Hollywood this week, courtesy of Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. The two were filming the movie "Song Sung Blue" at the legendary Tierney's Tavern, the township confirmed. We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving week! We will be closed Monday December 2nd and will reopen on Friday! Posted by Tierney's Tavern on Monday, December 2, 2024 "Song Sung Blue" is based on a documentary about a Neil Diamond impersonator who marries a Patsy Cline impersonator. The movie, which began production in October, is directed by Craig Brewer. Tierney's Tavern, a two-f…
Renovated Montclair Mansion With Ties To Fed Reserve Chair, WWI Memorial Listed At $3.5M Renovated Montclair Mansion With Ties To Fed Reserve Chair, WWI Memorial Listed At $3.5M
Renovated Montclair Mansion With Ties To Fed Reserve Chair, WWI Memorial Listed At $3.5M A historic Montclair home with ties to the late Paul Volcker, a former Federal Reserve Chairman, is now on the market following a meticulous renovation in 2024. Because of Paul Volcker, our financial system is stronger and safer for the American people. I’ll remember Paul for his consummate wisdom, untethered honesty, and a level of dignity that matched his towering stature. I’m proud to have called him not just an adviser, but a friend. pic.twitter.com/m3zFR6Q0UF — Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 9, 2019 Located at 509 Park St., this turn-key residence offers over 9,000 square fee…
'Was This Leaked?' Popular NJ Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location 'Was This Leaked?' Popular NJ Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location
'Was This Leaked?' Popular NJ Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location Jersey City is about to get a taste of Millburn Deli. The local legend had its plans leaked — here’s what they said next. Millburn Deli, the beloved sandwich institution known for its iconic Sloppy Joes, has officially confirmed it will be opening a location in Jersey City — but not without a twist. In a cheeky Facebook post, the deli responded to leaked details of its expansion plans with humor and surprise on Thursday, Nov. 21: "Guess this is our official announcement… Jersey City coming 2025," the post read, referencing how the news had surfaced ahead of their intended reveal. The leak…
Mikie Sherrill Announces Run For Governor Mikie Sherrill Announces Run For Governor
Mikie Sherrill Announces Run For Governor Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-NJ, is the latest name to announce she is running for Governor of New Jersey. Sherrill, who was recently re-elected to a fourth term representing New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, declared her candidacy in a video on Monday, Nov. 18. Gov. Phil Murphy is not eligible to run for re-election in 2025 due to term limits. The video, "Build Something," touts her background as a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and serving as a helicopter pilot in the Navy. "In a crisis the worst thing you can do is freeze," Sherrill said. "You have to choose to lead,…
NJ Techie's App Is Changing The Game For Tri-State Area Commuters NJ Techie's App Is Changing The Game For Tri-State Area Commuters
NJ Techie's App Is Changing The Game For Tri-State Area Commuters What started as a frustrating train ride home from New York City to New Jersey for one Montclair commuter in 2006 has turned into a commuting revolution. Joshua Crandall, a tech-savvy Montclair resident, had an epiphany standing on the Watchung Avenue station platform: commuters weren’t helping each other, even though they all shared the same frustrations.  That moment inspired Clever Commute, a community-driven email alert system for train riders. "The zen of Clever Commute was to only report something when there was a problem," Crandall explained. "No questions, nothing if things we…
Rep. Josh Gottheimer Launches Bid For NJ Governor From Popular Bergen County Diner Rep. Josh Gottheimer Launches Bid For NJ Governor From Popular Bergen County Diner
Rep. Josh Gottheimer Launches Bid For NJ Governor From Popular Bergen County Diner Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-NJ, is officially running for governor. The 49-year-old dad and former speechwriter, who was re-elected to his seat in North Jersey's 5th congressional district in the House of Representatives earlier this month, launched his campaign Friday morning, Nov. 15, from the Runway Diner in South Hackensack. Gov. Phil Murphy is not eligible to run for re-election in 2025 due to term limits. Gottheimer vows to tackle affordability and fight for the values he says define the Garden State, pledging to lower taxes, reduce costs, and help families get ahead. Gottheim…
Montclair Onlyfans User Who Ripped Down Greek Flags Thinking They Were Israeli Arrested Montclair Onlyfans User Who Ripped Down Greek Flags Thinking They Were Israeli Arrested
Montclair Onlyfans User Who Ripped Down Greek Flags Thinking They Were Israeli Arrested A 23-year-old Montclair woman has been arrested after posting a video on TikTok that showed her ripping down flags from a Greek restaurant because she believed they were from Israel, authorities said. Amber Matthews, who linked her Onlyfans account to her X account, was identified as the woman who filmed herself ripping down the flags at Efi's Gyro in Montclair in March, police said. On Monday, March 11 at 5:50 p.m., officers responded to the restaurant after the owner complained a woman, later identified as Matthews, had ripped down the decorative lighting and Greek flags from the awning, …
Drew Barrymore Cooks Pasta With NJ Chef Drew Barrymore Cooks Pasta With NJ Chef
Drew Barrymore Cooks Pasta With NJ Chef "The Drew Barrymore Show" decided to look to the Garden State to celebrate National Pasta Day. Chef Robbie Felice, who runs pastaRAMEN, a Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant in Montclair, made Mochi Ramen Cacio e Pepe, one of the most popular dishes from his restaurant with Barrymore in an episode aired that aired Thursday, Oct. 17. Sony "Cacio pepe is one of my favorite foods on Planet Earth," Barrymore said. "And ramen is my other favorite so this is very exciting." In a video blog, Felice revealed he brought his mom to the show. "I had an awesome time out there with Drew chopping it u…
Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63 Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63
Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63 Terri Breen, of Essex Fells and later of West Orange, passed away on Oct. 14, 2024. She was 63 years old. Born Mary Theresa Faleskie on Dec. 12, 1960, at Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu, HI, Terri graduated from Hawaii Baptist Academy and earned her BA from Pennsylvania State University, State College. After college, Terri moved to New York City, beginning her career in advertising at Doyle Dane Bernbach and later at Women’s Day Magazine. She left her career to focus on what she considered her most important job of all — raising her beloved sons, Conor and Liam. Devoted to their growth, …
TikToker Brags About Ripping Down Greek Flags (That She Thought Were Israeli) In Montclair TikToker Brags About Ripping Down Greek Flags (That She Thought Were Israeli) In Montclair
TikToker Brags About Ripping Down Greek Flags (That She Thought Were Israeli) In Montclair A TikTok video of a woman bragging about ripping down Greek flags that she thought were Israeli flags hanging outside of a Montclair restaurant is going viral. As of Wednesday night, Oct. 16, the video shared by Ambamelia had more than 3.9M views on the platform. The incident happened at Efi's Gyro on Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair on March 11, despite the video being shared Tuesday, Oct. 15, the restaurant said in a statement shared to Instagram. "I don't stand for Zionism in Montclair," the woman says as she films. "There's a genocide, you know that, right?" Two employees came out and l…