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Mysterious Drone Activity in Morris County, NJ Sparks FBI Investigation

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Morristown NJ, residents across Morristown, Madison, and Mendham in Morris County, New Jersey, were left questioning unusual drone activity on Monday night. Witnesses reported seeing at least five drones—possibly as many as a dozen—flying in erratic patterns, with some describing the drones as significantly larger than standard commercial models. The sighting has prompted a federal investigation as questions about the drones’ capabilities and purpose linger.

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Donald Trump Taps New Jersey Real-Estate Developer Charles Kushner as U.S. Ambassador to France

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Ridgewood NJ, President-elect Donald Trump has selected Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law and former senior adviser Jared Kushner, as the next U.S. ambassador to France. The decision, announced Saturday, comes just four years after Trump granted Kushner a full pardon for criminal convictions stemming from a high-profile case that shook his career two decades ago.

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New Jersey State Police Investigate “Road Rage” Shooting Incident on Route 80

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The New Jersey State Police is seeking the public’s assistance with a shooting investigation on Interstate 80 in Parsippany-Troy Hills, Morris County.

Based on a preliminary investigation, on Wednesday, November 27, at approximately 6:18 a.m., Troop “B” Totowa Station troopers responded to a “Road Rage Shooting Incident” on Interstate 80 eastbound near exit 47B. The suspect, driving a silver minivan with an unknown Pennsylvania license plate, pulled alongside the victim’s vehicle, a blue Subaru Outback, and fired at least one gunshot round, hitting the rear driver’s side window.
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Paterson Diocese Investigates Missing Donations from 500 Parishioners

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Clifton NJ, the Catholic Diocese of Paterson is investigating the disappearance of cash, checks, and credit card information from approximately 500 North Jersey donors. The missing contributions, intended for the annual Diocesan Ministries Appeal, were last seen at the diocese office in Clifton in late October before being dropped off for shipping.

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Leader of Real Estate Investment Firm Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Role in $658 Million Ponzi Scheme

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Secaucus NJ, The shadow chief executive officer of National Realty Investment Advisors LLC (NRIA) was sentenced today to 144 months in prison for orchestrating a scheme to defraud more than 2,000 investors in a $658 million Ponzi scheme and conspiring to evade millions of dollars in tax liabilities, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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Wildfires Rage Across New Jersey Amid Red Flag Warning: Here’s What You Need to Know

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Ridgewood NJ, as wildfires continue to blaze across New Jersey, including a significant fire near Route 287 in Pompton Lakes, the state has been put under a Red Flag Warning due to high wind gusts of up to 30 mph, creating “critical fire weather conditions.” The National Weather Service warns that low humidity, strong winds, and extremely dry conditions make for an elevated fire risk across the state and neighboring regions.

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Passaic County Flips Red

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Ringwood NJ,  a Democratic stronghold for decades, saw a surprising shift in the 2024 election results that has political analysts taking notice. Vice President Kamala Harris won New Jersey with a narrow margin, securing 51.5% of the vote against Donald Trump’s 46.5%. But the shocker came as Trump flipped three counties, including Passaic County, including the city of Passaic itself a traditional Democratic bastion.

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Eight Men Charged in Connection with Interstate High-End Car Theft Ring Targeting New Jersey Towns Including Ridgewood, Paramus and Tenafly

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Ridgewood NJ, Eight men have been charged for their alleged roles in a conspiracy to steal luxury cars in New Jersey including Ridgewood, Paramus and Tenafly, New York, and elsewhere, and transport them across state lines, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

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Archdiocese of Newark to Honor New Jersey’s Fallen Heroes at the 31st Annual Blue Mass

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Newark NJ, the Archdiocese of Newark will gather to celebrate and honor the dedication and sacrifices of New Jersey’s law enforcement personnel during the 31st Annual Blue Mass on Thursday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. This event, led by Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, invites officers, families, and community members of all faiths to reflect on the service and bravery of police officers across federal, state, county, and municipal levels.

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Caritas Gala for Remarkable Leaders Transforming Northern New Jersey  

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Paterson NJ, Catholic Charities Diocese of Paterson is set to hold its prestigious Caritas Gala on November 7, 2024, at The Meadow Wood in Randolph, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The event will celebrate the invaluable contributions of the organization’s honorees, supporters, and volunteers, all of whom have played pivotal roles in shaping the lives of Northern New Jersey’s most vulnerable residents.

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End of an Era: New Jersey’s Star-Ledger and Other Papers Go Fully Digital

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Bloomfield NJ, in a historic shift for “New Jersey journalism”, The Star-Ledger and several other newspapers across the state will cease print publication in 2025, transitioning to a fully digital format. This decision, impacting the state’s largest and oldest newspapers, marks the end of an era for readers who have turned to these print pages for generations. The move will shutter The Star-Ledger’s production facility in Montville, which also serves as the press for several other New Jersey papers.

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Wildfire Update: 192-Acre Industrial Fire in Livingston Township Reaches 90% Containment

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Livingston NJ, as of 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 27th, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service reports 90% containment of the 192-acre wildfire burning near Route 10 (Mt. Pleasant Ave) and Eisenhower Parkway in Livingston, Essex County. This update marks the final report on the incident unless significant new developments arise.

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Swift Response Contained Forest Fire at Drew University’s Nature Reserve

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Madison NJ, a brush fire erupted on Drew University’s campus in Madison on Saturday, prompting a rapid response from local and state fire services. By 1 p.m., the fire had been contained, and by 3:30 p.m., all personnel were cleared from the scene, ensuring the safety of the area.

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Wildfire in Rockaway Township Now 70% Contained Amid Ongoing Drought

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Rockaway Township NJ, Firefighters have made significant progress in containing the wildfire that erupted in Rockaway Township, New Jersey, over the weekend. The blaze, located near Farny State Park, is now 70% contained, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Crews have been battling the fire since Saturday, and while it has spread across 77 acres, the number of threatened structures has been reduced from 30 to 13.

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TikToker Mistakes Greek Flags for Israeli Ones, Sparks Viral Backlash

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Montclair NJ, a “stuck on stupid”, TikTok user known as Ambamelia has found herself at the center of viral controversy after filming herself tearing down Greek flags outside a New Jersey restaurant, mistakenly thinking they were Israeli flags. The incident occurred at Efi’s Gyro in Montclair, where the TikToker aimed to make a political statement but ended up becoming the subject of widespread ridicule.

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