Across New Jersey|News|
Potential ‘Super El Niño’ Coming Faster Than Expected: What It Means For NJ
El Niño conditions could develop earlier than expected in New Jersey.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Hell Is For Sale For About $666K: Weird News & Oddities
Parrot saves family from fire; woman gives birth in night court; car that hasn’t moved in years gets $50 ticket; world’s oldest oak spared.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Strangers Next Door May Prefer Keeping Their Distance: Block Talk
A survey suggests the American neighborhood remains important but no longer plays a central role in everyday social life.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Feds Clash With NJ Protesters Outside ICE Prison, Sherrill Denied Visit As Hunger Strike Continues
Detainees at Delaney Hall are refusing to eat or work as the “dangerous conditions” get worse. Authorities have denied their allegations.
Eric Kiefer and Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|News|
14 Kayakers Rescued From River In Wharton State Forest, NJDEP Says
The group included 4 adults and 10 teens; at least 2 teens were evaluated for hypothermia, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Man Dies After Getting Caught In Machine At Newark Business, Police Say
Firefighters freed the man from the machine but he died at the scene, police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
ICE Detainees At NJ Prison Launch Hunger Strike, Refuse To Work
Detainees are getting desperate inside Delaney Hall, immigration advocates say – here’s why.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Manasquan-Belmar, NJ|News|
Belmar Mayor Jerry Buccafusco Suddenly Resigns
Buccafusco said he will resign to focus on his health and family. His term as Belmar mayor will end July 1.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Laurel Hill Boat Launch Destroyed When River Froze This Winter, Likely Not Repaired 'Till August
"What's really slowing (repairs) down is the two former county parks directors got indicted," said Capt. Bill Sheehan.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Teen Curfew Returns To Toms River's Barrier Island
The annual curfew mirrors those of neighboring areas and aims to help prevent issues, officials say.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
New Burrito Bar To Open 1st NJ Location In Bridgewater
The Mexican restaurant serves "crave-worthy Tex-Mex using fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared daily."
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Retired Secaucus Police Officer Accused of Sexually Abusing Boy in 1994
A man sued Walter Hurrell and the Secaucus Police Dept. this week, alleging the officer molested him when he was 12.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Garbage Truck Rolls Onto Pickup In Route 70 Crash In Manchester
One person was taken to the hospital as a result of the crash, police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater-Raritan Names 2 Assistant Principals For High School, Middle School
Matthew Mawn and David Guglietti were named to one-year assistant principal posts starting July 1.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
2-Time Super Bowl Champion Rick Lovato Speaks At Middletown High School South
Former Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato grew up in Middletown, and graduated from High School South.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
29-Unit Age-Restricted Affordable Housing Plan Approved By Bernards Planning Board
The Ridge Oak application won approval after revisions on fire access, lighting and environmental issues.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
'Someone Was Murdered,' Teen Told 911 After Grandmother's Stabbing Death, Affidavit Says
The 18-year-old had made threats to kill people in the past, according to the affidavit.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Bennett Launches Bid For West Orange Town Council: 2026 Election
A longtime West Orange resident, attorney, social worker and community advocate is running for a spot on the township council.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
What's Planned In June In Monmouth County Parks
With its gentle breezes and warm weather, June is perhaps the best month of the year to head out to your county parks.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Graduation + Scouting + ‘I Want To Help People’
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Bernards Schools Looks To Electrify Buses, Moves Ahead With Charging Station
The Board of Education also outlined summer facilities projects, transportation renewals, and ongoing capital work at the May 18 meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|News|
Community Envelopes Brick Memorial Teen's Mourning Family
Jackson Mueller is being remembered as a loving, artistic, creative son, brother and friend as tributes pour out across social media.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Essex County Prison Inmates Get Mental Health Care At Nearby Hospital
“We are taking a different approach – one that is rooted in compassion, collaboration and evidence-based care.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
