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31+ min ago (205+ words) Logan Oliveira, 23, of Toms River, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to the possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material,Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced. Oliveira first drew state authorities" attention when the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children passed a cyber-tip to the New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force earlier this year "that an individual was uploading and distributing images of child pornography to the internet across various internet platforms," the county prosecutor said. The Ocean County Prosecutor"s Office High Tech Crime Squad homed in on Oliveira"s cellphone as the source of the uploaded images. Police charged Goldstein with the possession, manufacturing and distribution of child pornography, conspiracy to manufacture child pornography, and criminal sexual contact. Both were held briefly then released, prosecutors said, but Oliveira violated the terms of his release and…...

1+ hour, 25+ min ago (272+ words) A New Jersey man who led cops on a highway car chase and then opened fire on officers last month was wanted for murder, authorities revealed Wednesday. Mark Boyd, 45, of East Orange, was identified as the suspect in the Nov. 9 incident that began in the Meadowlands but ended in Orange, the New Jersey Attorney General's Office said in a press release. Boyd was wanted for a 2023 murder in Bloomfield, NJ.com reported. He had already been charged in the case but was not arrested. In the November incident, New Jersey state troopers attempted to stop a 2024 Acura TLX near American Dream Mall after identifying it as stolen, authorities said. Boyd was driving the Acura and took off south on the New Jersey Turnpike. Boyd later exited the turnpike for Interstate 280 before getting off the highway in Orange, cops said. He…...

10+ hour, 8+ min ago (348+ words) The future of Port Orange's riverfront development is uncertain as the developer has backed out, leading city officials to seek new bids to realize their vision for the area. For years, Port Orange has planned to develop its Riverwalk with retail, apartments, and restaurants to revitalize the area and boost local businesses like Aunt Catfish's On the River. "It's been decades. It's been probably ten years," Harley Davidson of Aunt Catfish's On the River said. The land off Dunlawton and Ridgewood Avenue has long been slated for development, promising to bring life to the area and more business to local establishments. "Any opportunity to get more business and more people in the vicinity is a plus for us. Makes it more of a destination location for people to come to Port Orange and check out the beautiful Halifax River," Davidson…...

13+ hour, 21+ min ago (374+ words) According to a new survey from resume.io, New Jerseyans were asked which vanished jobs they miss the most, and the answer feels very on brand for us. Out of 3,014 people polled, mostly over 45, the job Jersey misses more than any other is the paperboy. And honestly, that makes perfect sense. Every year, the U.S. Labor Department updates a list of jobs that no longer even exist in meaningful numbers. We're talking about professions that have basically disappeared, pushed out by technology, convenience, or automation. Resume.io wanted to know which of those jobs people actually miss, not because they were efficient, but because they were human. In New Jersey, the paperboy came out on top. Rain, snow, heat wave, broken bike chain, that kid still showed up, tossing rolled-up newspapers onto porches before most of us were even awake. It…...

15+ hour, 41+ min ago (221+ words) Had a great opportunity to continue the work we've been doing for years, supporting New Jersey small businesses. Our good friend Chef Umberto Turelli continues to travel the state, finding the very best pizza that Jersey has to offer. He does the work on behalf of a charity, "Cookin' for a Cause," which helps support those in need in our local communities. Chef Umberto is also'the author of a great book where he shares some incredible family recipes and stories from his childhood. On Tuesday, Jodi and I were on the trail in Clifton, Passaic County, visiting and trying the incredible pizza from Lucci's on Route 3. The thin crust is some of the best plain pie slices we've had in Jersey. In a fun twist, Chef Umberto created the "Bill Spadea Pizza Award." As I explained when I interviewed owner…...

19+ hour, 44+ min ago (132+ words) Four people were taken to the hospital with injuries that do not appear to be life-threatening after a bus and car collided in Moorestown, New Jersey, on Tuesday officials said. Some students were on the bus but were not hurt, according to authorities. Four people were taken to the hospital with injuries that do not appear to be life-threatening after a bus and car collided in Moorestown, New Jersey, on Tuesday officials said. Some students were on the bus but were not hurt, according to authorities. Four people were taken to the hospital with injuries that do not appear to be life-threatening after a bus and car collided in Moorestown, New Jersey, on Tuesday officials said. Some students were on the bus but were not hurt, according to authorities....

1+ day, 39+ min ago (352+ words) is your neighborhood reporter for Alice and the western viewing areas. School safety took center stage Tuesday, Dec. 16th as 18 agencies gathered for a discussion-based tabletop exercise designed to improve coordination between law enforcement, emergency responders and school staff before any crisis occurs. The meeting at Orange Grove Independent School District brought together police, fire, EMS and school personnel to ensure everyone is prepared for potential emergencies. "Everybody being on the same page is so important," said Ashley Alaniz, mother of four children who attend Orange Grove ISD. Todd Wright, Orange Grove Emergency Management Coordinator, emphasized the importance of preparation in their rural community. "Preparedness is key. We're in a small community. We're a rural community. So, what we want to do is make sure that when we come together, we're able to efficiently and effectively come together - work coordinate and…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (304+ words) Gwyneth Paltrow has joined the theme dressing trend, choosing a bright orange tracksuit for an appearance on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" to promote her new movie, "Marty Supreme." Wearing orange silk pants and a matching zip-up jacket from Lacoste's spring 2026 collection, the actress looked electric wearing the film's signature color from head to toe. The bright orange hue is a nod to the neon tone of the ping pong balls that are prevalent throughout the film. And, with thematic red carpet dressing becoming a popular trope among those promoting major movies and TV shows over the last few years, the "Marty Supreme" cast has adopted a sporty orange style for their own. Paltrow had yet to participate, however " until now. And, when the actress goes for it, she doesn't stumble. While Timoth'e Chalamet and Kylie Jenner hit the red…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (329+ words) Former Summit councilman will instead lead Union Dems" NJ-7 endorsement process By Joey Fox, December 16 2025 3:33 pm Former Summit Councilman Greg Vartan is ending his campaign in New Jersey"s 7th congressional district, the first winnowing of the district"s packed Democratic field. Vartan, who was one of nine Democrats running to beat Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-Westfield), said that he"ll instead shift into a new role within the Union County Democratic organization, coordinating the county party"s endorsement process among the remaining 7th district candidates. This year"s campaign was Vartan"s second attempt at flipping the 7th district, a highly competitive seat that"s key to Democratic efforts to win back the House majority next year. His 2024 campaign, though, lasted only a few months; by the time he got into the race, many Democrats had already lined up behind eventual nominee…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (861+ words) The Massachusetts House last week gave initial approval to a resolve to study extending the MBTA's Orange Line south from Jamaica Plain to Roslindale Village, which would bring core train service to parts of Boston that still lack it. The resolve defines the scope of a feasibility study, building on $100,000 set aside in the state's $1.3 billion midyear supplemental budget. The bill directs MassDOT to analyze costs, ridership, environmental impacts, funding options and regional equity, with a report due by June 30, 2026. The funding was included in a spending package that allocated surplus income surtax funds to transportation and education. It marked the first commitment of state funds to analyzing the Orange Line extension concept. The Orange Line's northern terminus is at Oak Grove in Malden. It runs south into Somerville, into downtown Boston and then through the Back Bay and out…...