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Bloomfield Police Blotter: March 23, 2026 to March 29, 2026

▶ Posted 04-01-2026

Read about last week's arrests and incidents as released by the Bloomfield Police Department.

Nutley Teacher Charged With Cruelty and Neglect of a Child

▶ Posted 04-01-2026

Jenna Junio, age 41, is arrested after an investigation revealed she used narcotics while supervising minors and performing her duties as a teacher.

New Jersey Launches New Campaign to Combat Distracted Driving

▶ Posted 04-01-2026

The NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety announces increased enforcement efforts around the state targeting distracted drivers.

Videos from Police-Involved Fatal Shooting in Jersey City Released

▶ Posted 04-01-2026

Officials release body-worn camera and surveillance footage related to the 2025 fatal shooting of 26-year-old Steven B. Sanchez by Jersey City Police.

Newark Mayor Presents 12th State of the City Address

▶ Posted 04-01-2026

Mayor Ras J. Baraka delivers his annual State of the City Address at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center highlighting the progress that Newark has made.

Summer ‘26 Exploring Careers in Aging Internships

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

Age Friendly Teaneck is sponsoring a four-week internship to educate high school juniors and seniors on career paths in elder care and related professions.

Secaucus Police Blotter: March 23, 2026 to March 29, 2026

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

Read about last week's arrests and incidents as released by the Secaucus Police Department.

Millburn Police Case Updates: March 31, 2026

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

Read details on recent cases as released by the Millburn Police Department.

Man Sentenced to 20 Years for 2024 North Bergen Homicide

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

James Baker of Secaucus, age 26, is sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in the fatal shooting of Juan Ortiz near Meadowview Avenue and 61st Street.

NJ Transit Supervisor Pleads Guilty to Theft From the Agency

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

Peejay Manila of Little Ferry, age 37, pleads guilty to stealing over 1,000 cellphones purchased with NJ Transit funds and selling them to buyback companies.

New Jersey Sues EPA Over Allowing More Power Plant Pollutants

▶ Posted 03-31-2026

New Jersey joins a multi-state coalition in a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s repeal of existing limits on how much power plants can pollute.

Literature and Poetry Related Events for the Week of March 30, 2026

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

Are you an avid reader? Or perhaps you are a budding novelist or poet? Explore your literary side with these events related to books and poetry happening in North Jersey.

North Bergen Man Wanted in Connection with Union City Homicide

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

Police are asking for help in locating Luis Marin, age 57, who is wanted for the murder of David Pulgarin in the area of Bergenline Avenue and 44th Street.

Hoboken Police Arrest Blotter: March 5, 2026 to March 11, 2026

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

Read about the latest arrests and incidents as released by the Hoboken Police Department.

Pedestrian from Florida Fatally Struck in Millburn

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

Police are investigating of the death of 73-year-old Joseph Francis Andolino, who was killed by a vehicle at the intersection of JFK Parkway and Fineran Way.

Local Man Dead Following Car Crash in Newark

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

Police are investigating a two-car collision at McCarter Highway and South Street that resulted in the death of 56-year-old Alberto Coutinho of Newark.

Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Gang-Related Shooting in East Orange

▶ Posted 03-30-2026

David Parker of Irvington, age 23, is sentenced to 40 years in prison for fatally shooting 35-year-old Prince Sweeney on North Munn Street.

Two Teenagers Charged in Machete/Knife Fight in Hackensack

▶ Posted 03-27-2026

18-year-old Joaquin Morris Jr. and a 16-year-old male are charged after a brawl at Central Avenue and Union Street in which the 16-year-old was stabbed.

Worker Charged With Criminal Sexual Contact at Residential Facility

▶ Posted 03-27-2026

Jay Boone of Ogdensburg, a 54-year-old employee at a residential facility in West Milford, is arrested for forcing sexual contact on an incapacitated woman.

Arrest Made in March 16, 2025 Fatal Stabbing in Passaic

▶ Posted 03-27-2026

Ernest Lawrence of Passaic, age 35, is charged with first-degree murder for fatally stabbing Daniela Ghafour at a residence near 4th Street and Bergen Street.

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