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Florham Park, NJ

Inside $3.3M European-Style Chateau In Florham Park Inside $3.3M European-Style Chateau In Florham Park
Inside $3.3M European-Style Chateau In Florham Park A New Jersey mansion that looks as though it belongs in the French countryside is on the market for $3.3 million. The masterpiece at 6 Pine Valley Way in Florham Park sprawls across two acres and backs onto the Brookdale Country Club Golf Course. The more than 12,300-square-foot home has five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and was constructed with custom-made bricks. Courtesy of Marlene Vegter Courtesy of Marlene Vegter Courtesy of Marlene Vegter Represented by listing agents Marlene Vegter and Dee Bucca of Weichert Realtors, the home is the epitome of elegance and luxury, complete wi…
Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46 Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46
Kevin Waite, Jersey City Musician, Father Of Two, Dies At 46 Kevin Waite, a Jersey City musician who worked in mental health, died recently at the age of 46, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family. Waite is survived by his wife Nicole and his two children, Dylan and Ruby. As of Friday, Aug. 16, the fundraiser has raised more than $65,800. It’s hard to find a group that’s been together for 40 years. Through the good times and the bad we’ve been through it... Posted by Brian Skib on Monday, August 12, 2024 "Kevin's warmth, generosity, and boundless spirit touched everyone he met," wrote Melanie Kirsch, who organized the fundrai…
Prosecutor IDs Pedestrian Killed By Pickup Truck In Morris County Prosecutor IDs Pedestrian Killed By Pickup Truck In Morris County
Prosecutor IDs Pedestrian Killed By Pickup Truck In Morris County Authorities have identified the woman who died after she and another pedestrian were struck by a pickup truck in Morris County. Jeaneen Andretta, a 79-year-old Florham Park resident, and the man were  struck by a Ford F-250 at Ridgedale Avenue and Brooklake Road in the township on Monday, July 1, the prosecutor's office and local police said. The vehicle had been turning onto Ridgedale Avenue from Brooklake Road, police said. Andretta was pronounced dead at Morristown Medical Center after the crash, while the other pedestrian was hospitalized with serious injuries, according to author…
Pedestrian Killed, Another Critical After Being Struck At Morris County Intersection: Cops Pedestrian Killed, Another Critical After Being Struck At Morris County Intersection: Cops
Pedestrian Killed, Another Critical After Being Struck At Morris County Intersection: Cops One of two pedestrians struck at an intersection in Morris County on Monday, July 1 has died, police said. The two pedestrians, a male and female who were not identified, were struck by a Ford F-250 at Ridgedale Avenue and Brooklake Road in Florham Park, local police and the county prosecutor's office said. The vehicle had been turning onto Ridgedale Avenue from Brooklake Road, police said. UPDATE: Prosecutor IDs Pedestrian Killed By Pickup Truck In Morris County Both pedestrians were hospitalized with serious injuries, and the female died at Morristown Medical Center after the crash,…
Loaded Gun Found In Stolen Mercedes After Pursuit-Crash, Perp Search In North Jersey: Cops Loaded Gun Found In Stolen Mercedes After Pursuit-Crash, Perp Search In North Jersey: Cops
Loaded Gun Found In Stolen Mercedes After Pursuit-Crash, Perp Search In North Jersey: Cops A loaded gun was recovered from a stolen Mercedes Benz following a high-speed pursuit and subsequent crash in which a 19-year-old man and four juveniles were charged, police in Morris County said. Hanover police officer Brian Morrisroe was on patrol when he saw a Mercedes with heavy window tints and an expired inspection sticker speeding on Wednesday, June 19, Hanover Police Chief Mike Loock said. Morrisroe checked the license plate of the vehicle and was found it had been reported stolen out of Pennsylvania. When Morrisroe began to close the gap with the Mercedes Benz, the driver sped…
Schools Shelter In Place During Florham Park Perp Search: Police Schools Shelter In Place During Florham Park Perp Search: Police
Schools Shelter In Place During Florham Park Perp Search: Police A search for a burglar in Florham Park caused two elementary schools to shelter in place on Monday, June 10, authorities said. At 11:30 a.m., officers responded to a report of an attempted burglary at an occupied home on Lincoln Avenue, police said. The suspect fled on foot toward Briarwood Road, police said. Police set up a perimeter and Briarwood and Brooklake schools were put into lockdown due to the proximity of the crime to the school and the suspect being on foot, police said. Despite an extensive search by Florham Park police and other law enforcement agencies, the suspect was not fo…
$500 Million Open-Air Redevelopment Of Monmouth Mall Begins $500 Million Open-Air Redevelopment Of Monmouth Mall Begins
$500 Million Open-Air Redevelopment Of Monmouth Mall Begins A more than $500 million project to transform a Monmouth County mall into an open-air town center has officially begun, officials said. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Thursday, May 9 at the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown, developer Kushner said in a news release on Monday, May 13. The mall will be redeveloped into a modern center with luxury apartments, new retail options, and medical office space called Monmouth Square. Kushner said the project to "de-mall" the property off Route 35 will bring a new purpose to the historic Monmouth Mall, which has been open for 64 years. …
Jets Trade QB Who Put Morris County Townhouse On Market: Report Jets Trade QB Who Put Morris County Townhouse On Market: Report
Jets Trade QB Who Put Morris County Townhouse On Market: Report Let's hope Zach Wilson can sell that Florham Park townhouse soon. The New York Jets have traded the quarterback, the 2nd overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft to the Denver Broncos for a 6th round draft pick, according to NFL.com.  Wilson had put his condo on the market for $950,000 after three uninspiring seasons with Gang Green that saw him fail to live up to expectations and in need of a fresh start. The three-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Florham Park home boasts an island kitchen, a gas fireplace, ceramic tile floors and a media and utility room, according to the listing. The townhouse…
Man Who Held Victim Captive In FDU Dorm, Sexually Assaulted Her For Hours Sentenced Man Who Held Victim Captive In FDU Dorm, Sexually Assaulted Her For Hours Sentenced
Man Who Held Victim Captive In FDU Dorm, Sexually Assaulted Her For Hours Sentenced A 22-year-old Jersey City man who physically and sexually assaulted a woman while holding her hostage in a Fairleigh Dickinson University dorm room for hours has been sentenced. Jayshawn E. Moore was given an aggregate sentence of 15 years New Jersey State Prison, subject to 85% parole ineligibility pursuant to the No Early Release Act by presiding criminal judge Stephen Taylor on Friday, April 12, the Morris County Prosecutor's Office announced. Moore was also ordered to register under Megan’s Law and will be subject to Parole Supervision for Life. Moore was ordered to have no co…
Jets Won't Release QB Zach Wilson Who Put NJ Condo On Market Jets Won't Release QB Zach Wilson Who Put NJ Condo On Market
Jets Won't Release QB Zach Wilson Who Put NJ Condo On Market New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson, who is selling his condominium in Florham Park, may want to call his real estate agent. Wilson had put his condo on the market for $950,000 as he expected to say goodbye to Gang Green after three uninspiring seasons that saw him fail to live up expectations as the #2 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.  But Jets owner Woody Johnson has other plans. While Johnson said the team is still exploring a trade for the Brigham Young University graduate, the team will not release him. "If we don't trade him, we're gonna keep him," Johnson said at an NFL owners me…
How Superfan's Classic Order From Local NJ Diner Lured New Wide Receiver To NY Jets How Superfan's Classic Order From Local NJ Diner Lured New Wide Receiver To NY Jets
How Superfan's Classic Order From Local NJ Diner Lured New Wide Receiver To NY Jets "This what got the deal signed right here." Jets fans have the Morristown Diner to thank for their newest free agent acquisition.  Mike Williams, a wide receiver, said he signed with the team after seven seasons with the Chargers because a Jets superfan did the ultimate Garden State move: Ordered him a Taylor ham, two eggs and cheese from a diner and sent it to the Jets practice facility in Florham Park. NYJ Matt chronicled it all on Twitter, placing the order with Morristown Diner early Tuesday, March 19 and then updating millions as they waited for it to arrive. NYJ Matt, who lives in P…
On The Move: Jets QB Selling New Jersey Condo For Nearly $1 Million (PHOTOS) On The Move: Jets QB Selling New Jersey Condo For Nearly $1 Million (PHOTOS)
On The Move: Jets QB Selling New Jersey Condo For Nearly $1 Million (Photos) Zach Wilson is tidying up loose ends as he prepares to say goodbye to the New York Jets. The quarterback, who has not lived up to expectations since he was drafted with the second overall pick in 2021, has put his Morris County townhouse on the market for $950,000.  Wilson is expected to be traded or released by the Jets. The three-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Florham Park home boasts an island kitchen, a gas fireplace, ceramic tile floors and a media and utility room, according to the listing.  And if any New York Jets are looking to buy the home, it is less than four miles from Gang …
Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report
Cops Complete Uber Eats Delivery For Snooki's Husband After Driver's NJ Arrest: Report Florham Park police officers completed an Uber Eats delivery last month after the driver was arrested on a warrant during a traffic stop. And according to 6abc, the Uber Eats customer was none other than Jionni Lavalle, the husband of MTV's "Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi. Officer Mike Zvolensky was on routine patrol in the center of town when a random plate inquiry of a passing vehicle, later determined to be an Uber Eats driver, showed the registered owner had an outstanding warrant around 8:25 p.m. Jan. 21, police said in a news release. Zvolensky stopped the car on Felch Ro…
Donations Flood In For Florham Park Family Battling Breast Cancer Donations Flood In For Florham Park Family Battling Breast Cancer
Donations Flood In For Florham Park Family Battling Breast Cancer A Florham Park family has seen overwhelming support from the community as their cancer fight continues. Caryn Elefante has been battling stage four metastatic breast cancer for several years, undergoing immunotherapy, oral chemotherapy and intravenous chemotherapy, according to a GoFundMe for the family. The family will need to hire nurses to assist with her care as her condition worsens and Joe, her husband, wants to take time off from his teaching job to be with Caryn and their 12-year-old daughter, Cate. I’m so excited that Caryn’s Storyworth book has arrived! It’s her whole life st…
NJ Mall Is Getting Major Overhaul Complete With Luxury Apartments, Outdoor Entertainment Space NJ Mall Is Getting Major Overhaul Complete With Luxury Apartments, Outdoor Entertainment Space
NJ Mall Is Getting Major Overhaul Complete With Luxury Apartments, Outdoor Entertainment Space A major redevelopment of Monmouth Mall is about to begin, transforming the shopping center into luxury apartments, new retail options, and a town center. The developer, Kushner — with headquarters in Florham Park and New York City — is planning to convert the 64-year-old mall on Route 35 in Eatontown into a large attraction called Monmouth Square.  Kushner's chief development officer Michael Sommer said the redevelopment will turn the mall inside out by tearing down indoor halls to create an open-air concept, with demolition set to begin in March. The intent is to …
Ex-NJ Boy Scout Camp Employee Headed To State Prison For Sexually Abusing Teen Camper Ex-NJ Boy Scout Camp Employee Headed To State Prison For Sexually Abusing Teen Camper
Ex-NJ Boy Scout Camp Employee Headed To State Prison For Sexually Abusing Teen Camper A North Jersey man already facing time in federal prison was sentenced to more time in State Prison for sexually abusing a teen Boy Scouts of America counselor in training nearly a decade ago. Colin Skeele, 37, of Florham Park, was sentenced to 18 months in New Jersey State Prison for the abuse, which occurred at the Boy Scouts Camp NoBeBoSco in Hardwick Township, when he was 26 years old, Warren County Prosecutor James Pfeiffer said. Skeele engaged in various sex acts with the camper while working the medical tent and was later charged with fourth-degree criminal sexual contact.  In …
Man Arrested In Jewelry Store Burglary In Morris County: Police Man Arrested In Jewelry Store Burglary In Morris County: Police
Man Arrested In Jewelry Store Burglary In Morris County: Police A Mercer County man has been arrested in connection with a burglary at a jewelry store in Morris County, authorities said. Jerome B. Howard of Lawrenceville also is a suspect in an earlier break-in at a jewelry store in Chatham, Madison police said. His age was not released. At 3:43 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, Madison Police responded to an activated burglar alarm at Gerlach’s Jewelers on Main Street, police said. The officers, who were on patrol, responded within two minutes to the scene and found a rear door to the business forced open and a rear screen window pulled off the building. Upon a…
NY Jets Brought Montclair Boy Joy Before He Died: 'They Already Won In My Eyes' NY Jets Brought Montclair Boy Joy Before He Died: 'They Already Won In My Eyes'
NY Jets Brought Montclair Boy Joy Before He Died: 'They Already Won In My Eyes' In 11 months, Braylon Hodgson’s body crumbled. Mentally, he was the same 13-year-old boy: Happiest holding a lacrosse stick and surrounded by his friends.  Physically, he couldn’t move. Braylon’s body was stiff. He needed a walker to get around and was losing the ability to talk. His parents, Kasey and Ryan, felt helpless, and wished they could do something for his pain. But Braylon only apologized to them. “I’m sorry,” he’d say.  Sorry that they had to see him in pain. Sorry that they couldn't do anything about it. The Montclair middle schooler had no choice but to get used to the pai…
22,000+ NJ Residents Without Power, Severe Thunderstorm Watch Remains In Effect 22,000+ NJ Residents Without Power, Severe Thunderstorm Watch Remains In Effect
22,000+ NJ Residents Without Power, Severe Thunderstorm Watch Remains In Effect Thousands of New Jersey residents were without power after a round of powerful afternoon storms swept through the region. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of the region through 11 p.m., and that comes after a round of quarter-sized hail and gusty winds. As of 5:25 p.m., the following areas were without power: JCP&L Essex County: 7,005 customers (most in Millburn [3.2K], Livingston [2.3K]) Monmouth County: 2,563 (most in Howell [1.9K]) Morris County: 11,300 (most in Boonton [1.6K], East Hanover [2.2K], Florham Park [1.2K], Montville [3…
Beloved Sussex County Mom Of 4 Loses Cancer Battle One Week After Saying Wedding Vows, 48 Beloved Sussex County Mom Of 4 Loses Cancer Battle One Week After Saying Wedding Vows, 48
Beloved Sussex County Mom Of 4 Loses Cancer Battle One Week After Saying Wedding Vows, 48 Sussex County is mourning the loss of a longtime cosmetologist and devoted mother of four following a courageous battle with cancer. Jeryln Schenker-Moore, 48, died in the loving embrace of her family at Newton Medical Center on Thursday, July 20 — just one week after saying her wedding vows. Born in Livingston, Jeryln spent a brief part of her childhood in Florham Park before moving to Sussex, which was considered her home ever since, her obituary says. She worked with her sister at Beckey’s Hair Therapy and was known for her love of traveling and taking adventures. Some of her most nota…
Florham Park Man Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors Florham Park Man Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors
Florham Park Man Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors A 44-year-old Florham Park man was fatally shot in Newark on the morning of Wednesday, June 21 authorities said. At 10:33 a.m., police responded to a report of a shooting on the 100 block of Weequahic Avenue, Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II and Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said. Police found Murad Loyal suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, Stephens and Fragé said. Loyal was transported to University Hospital in Newark where he was soon pronounced dead,  Stephens and Fragé said.   The investigation is active and ongoing and no…
These NJ Schools Have Early Dismissals, Indoor Recess Due To Wildfire Smoke These NJ Schools Have Early Dismissals, Indoor Recess Due To Wildfire Smoke
These NJ Schools Have Early Dismissals, Indoor Recess Due To Wildfire Smoke Some New Jersey schools were dismissing students early or keeping students inside due to smoke conditions Wednesday, June 7. Wayne, Mount Olive, High Point and Prospect Park schools had an early dismissal. Students at the Samuel R. Donald School in Bloomingdale were evacuated and transferred via bus to another school. Clifton canceled outdoor recess and after-school activities. Dover canceled all outdoor activities. In Florham Park, field day was postponed to Thursday, June 15 for one school, while all schools held gym and recess indoors. This is a developing story. Check back …
Aaron Rodgers Lands In NJ, Introduced As New Jets QB Aaron Rodgers Lands In NJ, Introduced As New Jets QB
Aaron Rodgers Lands In NJ, Introduced As New Jets QB Aaron Rodgers is ready for takeoff. The new New York Jets quarterback met with the media at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center in Florham Park on Wednesday, April 26.  Rodgers was traded to the Jets on Tuesday, April 25 after 18 years with the Green Bay Packers, where he won a Super Bowl and was named MVP four times. WE GOT HIM.@AaronRodgers12 is OFFICIALLY a member of the New York Jets.📰 https://t.co/A5wWuEXqQS pic.twitter.com/41IPSHx4fG — New York Jets (@nyjets) April 26, 2023 "This is a surreal day for me after spending 18 years in the same city," Rodgers said. "There's a lot…
Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore
Ground Level Beach Club Among Highlights Of Luxury Athletic Club Coming To Jersey Shore A massive athletic club complete with a ground-level, resort-like beach club is under construction in Monmouth County. The Life Time facility in Middletown, its eighth in New Jersey, is expected to be complete in 2024. Click here to get on the wait list. Once finished, Life Time Middletown – Red Bank will provide a highly personalized, luxury approach to health and wellness with modern architecture, beautiful spaces and an abundance of amenities.  Highlights include: Three-floor building with an additional 50,000-square-foot, ground level outdoor beach club and bistro with leis…
Get Hangry: New Fried Chicken Joint Spices Up Northvale Get Hangry: New Fried Chicken Joint Spices Up Northvale
Get Hangry: New Fried Chicken Joint Spices Up Northvale A fried chicken restaurant is bringing the Nashville heat to Bergen County. Hangry Joe's, a Nashville hot chicken franchise with locations in 12 states, recently opened a location in Northvale.  The franchise has been aggressively expanding in New Jersey, with another location in Florham Park and locations set to open in Closter, New Brunswick, Ridgewood and Trenton. Nashville Hot Chicken is just what it sounds like: deep fried chicken covered in spicy hot paste served on white bread, preferably with a pickle. View this post on Instagram A …
Woman Held At Knifepoint During Hours-Long Sexual Assault In FDU Dorm: Prosecutor Woman Held At Knifepoint During Hours-Long Sexual Assault In FDU Dorm: Prosecutor
Woman Held At Knifepoint During Hours-Long Sexual Assault In FDU Dorm: Prosecutor A 21-year-old Jersey City man was charged with kidnapping, sexual assault, and other offenses after he allegedly spent hours attacking a woman at knifepoint in her Fairleigh Dickinson University dorm on Easter Sunday. Jayshawn E. Moore was arrested on Tuesday, April 11 and charged with two counts of first-degree kidnapping, four counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree burglary, terroristic threats, and various weapons offenses, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said. Moore is accused of forcing a woman he knew into a dormit…
No Threat In Massive Search For Armed Suspect That Placed 2 NJ Universities On Lockdown No Threat In Massive Search For Armed Suspect That Placed 2 NJ Universities On Lockdown
No Threat In Massive Search For Armed Suspect That Placed 2 NJ Universities On Lockdown A massive search for an armed suspect that placed two New Jersey universities on lockdown and brought rail services to a halt was deemed unfounded on Tuesday, April 4, authorities in Morris County announced. The search began when a bystander walking at Saint Elizabeth University and near Convent Station encountered a man who had made a threat of violence and was potentially armed around 10:30 a.m., the prosecutor's office said in a release. The bystander reported the incident to the authorities. As a precaution, Saint Elizabeth University was placed into lockdown, as was Fairleigh Dickinson…
Newark Thieves Lead NY Police Pursuit In Stolen Florham Park Range Rover: Authorities Newark Thieves Lead NY Police Pursuit In Stolen Florham Park Range Rover: Authorities
Newark Thieves Lead NY Police Pursuit In Stolen Florham Park Range Rover: Authorities Two Newark man are in police custody after leading authorities in New York and Connecticut on a pursuit in a vehicle stolen out of Florham Park, law enforcement officials said. The incident started on Wednesday, March 22 around 6 p.m., when police in Stamford, CT tried stopping Ibn Foster, 18, and James Riley, 28, a 2019 Range Rover, according to Westchester County Police Spokesman Kieran O'Leary.  The pair fled from authorities on Interstate 95 and crossed the border into Westchester, NY, where Stamford Police ended their chase.  From there, the Range Rover drove onto …
Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle, Leave Car In Hastings-On-Hudson: Police Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle, Leave Car In Hastings-On-Hudson: Police
Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle, Leave Car In Hastings-On-Hudson: Police Two men face charges after stealing a vehicle and leading authorities on a multi-state chase that started in Fairfield County and finally ended in Westchester, police said.  The incident started on Wednesday, March 22 around 6 p.m., when police in Stamford tried stopping a 2019 Range Rover that was stolen from Florham Park, New Jersey, according to Westchester County Police Spokesman Kieran O'Leary.  The vehicle then fled from authorities on Interstate 95 and crossed the border into Westchester, where Stamford Police ended their chase.  From there, the stolen …
Four Charged In Hoboken Street Fight That Went Viral (UPDATE) Four Charged In Hoboken Street Fight That Went Viral (UPDATE)
Four Charged In Hoboken Street Fight That Went Viral (Update) Four men are in hot water after authorities in Hoboken say they participated in a late-night brawl that went viral on social media in October of last year. Joseph Cosenza was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated assault, while an arrest warrant was issued for Samuel Sorce, 25, of Florham Park, in the Oct. 23 street fight on Hudson Street and Hudson Place, Hoboken police spokesperson Marci Rubin said. Sorce is accused of conspiracy, aggravated assault, and endangering an injured person, police said. Meanwhile, summonses were issued for Robert Ferrarelli, 23, of Nutley, and Ch…
Beloved Morris County Resident Ian Lerner Dies, 33 Beloved Morris County Resident Ian Lerner Dies, 33
Beloved Morris County Resident Ian Lerner Dies, 33 Beloved Morris County resident Ian W. Lerner died on Monday, Jan. 30. He was 33. Ian attended Chatham High School, where he was a skilled member of both the golf and bowling teams, his obituary says. Ian was a shipping manager at BASF for the Millenium Group in Florham Park. His downtime was spent golfing with his family and friends and spreading his “wealth” of information about his many interests, like the military, the Jets, the Yankees, the Devils, and craft beers, says his memorial. Ian is survived by his loving parents, Carol and Hal Lerner, his brother, Kyle, and many more family m…