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Serious Pedestrian Crash Near Bergen County Courthouse Under Investigation Serious Pedestrian Crash Near Bergen County Courthouse Under Investigation Serious Pedestrian Crash Near Bergen County Courthouse Under Investigation
Serious Pedestrian Crash Near Bergen County Courthouse Under Investigation A serious crash shut down an intersection near the Bergen County Courthouse in Hackensack on Tuesday evening, Oct. 27. The crash happened shortly after 4 p.m. at Main and Court streets. Police Chief Michael Antista said only that the pedestrian suffered serious injuries and the crash remains under investigation.

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Major Crash Shuts All Lanes On Garden State Parkway During Evening Rush Major Crash Shuts All Lanes On Garden State Parkway During Evening Rush Major Crash Shuts All Lanes On Garden State Parkway During Evening Rush
Major Crash Shuts All Lanes On Garden State Parkway During Evening Rush A crash shut down all southbound local lanes of the Garden State Parkway in Middlesex County on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 27, according to a traffic alert. The crash was reported south of the Raritan Toll Plaza in Sayreville as of 4:52 p.m., according to 511NJ. A medical helicopter was reportedly called to the scene. All southbound local lanes were blocked and traffic cameras show major gridlock. Daily Voice has reached out to NJSP for details.
Suspect Wanted In Bergen County Car Theft Case Joins Pal Behind Bars Suspect Wanted In Bergen County Car Theft Case Joins Pal Behind Bars Suspect Wanted In Bergen County Car Theft Case Joins Pal Behind Bars
Suspect Wanted In Bergen County Car Theft Case Joins Pal Behind Bars A 21-year-old Jersey City man wanted for months in a string of alleged car thefts and burglaries across Bergen County has been arrested, and it's not his first run-in with police alongside his alleged accomplice. Donte Anthony Wright was taken into custody Monday, Oct. 26, in connection with a string of incidents across Cliffside Park, Palisades Park, and Leonia on May 24, court records show. The latest investigation began with a stolen wallet and a trail of credit card transactions, after a vehicle was burglarized on Hillside Avenue in Palisades Park, Police Capt. James Rotundo s…
Off-Duty Police Sergeant Assaults 2 At Local NJ Restaurant: Prosecutor Off-Duty Police Sergeant Assaults 2 At Local NJ Restaurant: Prosecutor Off-Duty Police Sergeant Assaults 2 At Local NJ Restaurant: Prosecutor
Off-Duty Police Sergeant Assaults 2 At Local NJ Restaurant: Prosecutor An off-duty police sergeant is accused of assaulting two patrons at a North Jersey restaurant, authorities announced Tuesday, Oct. 27. Thomas Connors, 39, of West Milford, allegedly assaulted the two patrons at Jessie's Country Kettle located on the Greenwood Lake Turnpike, around 12:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes said. Connors, a West Milford police sergeant, was arrested without incident in Totowa on Tuesday, Oct. 27, by members of the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Public Integrity Unit, Valdes said. He was charged with two counts of simp…
Suspect's Daring Escape Across River Ends With Arrest At Bergen County Mall: Cops Suspect's Daring Escape Across River Ends With Arrest At Bergen County Mall: Cops Suspect's Daring Escape Across River Ends With Arrest At Bergen County Mall: Cops
Suspect's Daring Escape Across River Ends With Arrest At Bergen County Mall: Cops A Brooklyn man accused in a string of car burglaries and thefts in Teaneck fled police through woods, crossed the muddy Hackensack River at low tide, and was caught near Riverside Square Mall, authorities said. Adrian T. Woollery, 23, was arrested following an overnight search involving drones, a K-9 unit, and officers from multiple departments on Thursday, Oct. 22, Teaneck Police Chief Seth Kriegel said. The search began around 12:15 a.m., when a resident near Somerset Road called 911 after spotting a man fleeing from their vehicle when its alarm sounded, Kriegel said. Responding Offi…

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Best Places For Retirement Revealed In New Rankings: See Full List A new national ranking reveals the top communities for Americans to spend their retirement years. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Places to Retire list on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The website evaluated more than 850 cities based on factors like affordability, quality of life, health care access, and taxes for retirees. Affordability became the top priority in this year's rankings as Americans continue facing higher living costs and inflation. U.S. News adjusted its scoring system to give more weight to the financial concerns of people approaching retirement. Midland, Michigan,…

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Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA
Nearly $3M Home Depot, Lowe’s Theft Ring Hit New Jersey, 18 Other States: DA A theft ring targeting Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other retailers caused nearly $3 million in losses across 19 states — including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Virginia — authorities announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Eight men have been arrested and a ninth is wanted after investigators uncovered a network of more than 30 people handling thefts, transportation, storage, and resale of stolen merchandise, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele and Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said. The group committed hundreds of thefts begi…

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Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts is teaming up with Liquid Death to introduce a new orange-flavored pastry. The new Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange Pop-Tarts will arrive at participating retailers in November, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The limited-time flavor is based on Liquid Death's orange soda-flavored sparkling water. The toaster pastries feature an orange-flavored filling and a crust with hints of sugar cookie flavor, along with frosting and orange sprinkles. "Pop-Tarts has always made room for a little fun with flavor, and our partnerships let us take that spirit…

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Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Unexpected' Flavor Inspired By Liquid Death: When To Buy Pop-Tarts is teaming up with Liquid Death to introduce a new orange-flavored pastry. The new Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange Pop-Tarts will arrive at participating retailers in November, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The limited-time flavor is based on Liquid Death's orange soda-flavored sparkling water. The toaster pastries feature an orange-flavored filling and a crust with hints of sugar cookie flavor, along with frosting and orange sprinkles. "Pop-Tarts has always made room for a little fun with flavor, and our partnerships let us take that spirit…

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Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak
Here's How Early Flu Season Could Reach Its Peak Flu’s early rise is putting the timing of this season’s peak in focus, but the calendar offers clues rather than guarantees. US influenza activity most often peaks between December and February, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  That means December falls at the beginning of the typical peak window, though the agency’s historical summary does not predict when this season will reach its highest point. February was the most common peak month in the CDC’s historical tally, followed by December. Some seasons peaked in March. An early increase alone does not est…