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NJ Ranked Second-Best State To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why
From strong schools and health care to high incomes and low crime, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 Best States to Live In list on Monday, Aug. 10. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, quality of life, and safety.
Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic reasons.
"When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing price…
Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Hit, Run Crash: East Windsor PD
An East Windsor man was arrested and charged following a deadly hit and run pedestrian crash on Sunday, Aug. 9, authorities said.
At 10:59 p.m., officers responded to Route 33 and Probasco Road after a car struck two pedestrian crossing Route 33 at the intersection, East Windsor police said. The driver, Herman J. Santos-Morales, failed to remain at the scene and report the crash, police said.
One pedestrian, a 37-year-old East Windsor man was pronounced dead at Princeton Medical Center while the other pedestrian, a 21-year-old Spotswood resident was critically injured and transported t…
Person Shot In Groin: Bridgeton PD
A person was shot in the groin in Bridgeton early Saturday morning, Aug. 8, authorities said.
At 5:44 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of Maple Drive and found a person with a gunshot wound to the groin, Bridgeton police said. The shooting occurred after the person was an argument with people, when one individual reached into his firearm, removed a firearm and then fired a gun, police said. The group fled the area on foot, police said.
The victim was uncooperative and transported to a nearby hospital, police said. The shooting remains under investigation, police said.
E-Biker Fled From Cops In Sea Isle City: Police
A 21-year-old Somers Point man was arrested and charged after he fled from police in Sea Isle City while riding an e-bike, authorities said.
On Tuesday, July 28, officers attempted to stop an e-bike rider, later identified as Alan Rosie, after observing numerous motor vehicle violations, Sea Isle City police said.
Rosie failed to stop and fled the area, ignoring emergency lights, police said. Officers were able to identify Rosie as the bike rider, and he was arrested on Friday, July 31, in Somers Point, police said.
He is charged with eluding a law enforcement officer and numerous motor ve…
