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Missing New Jersey Man with Dementia Has Ties to Manhattan, Police Seek Public Assistance

Missing New Jersey Man with Dementia Has Ties to Manhattan, Police Seek Public Assistance

New Jersey police are requesting public assistance in locating Ramon Contreras-Tabora, a 77-year-old man with dementia who has been missing for several months. Contreras-Tabora was last seen on August 25 at his brother’s residence on Erie Street in Jersey City. Family, friends, and neighbors have been actively involved in the search efforts. Authorities have noted that Contreras-Tabora has historical ties to Manhattan through his previous employment. The Jersey City Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit is leading the investigation and has provided contact information for anyone with relevant information.

Potential Nor'easter to Bring Rain and Wind to East Coast

Potential Nor'easter to Bring Rain and Wind to East Coast

A coastal storm is expected to develop into a nor'easter and impact the East Coast late next week, according to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly and the Weather Prediction Center. The storm is likely to form as a low-pressure system over the Ohio Valley on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, before moving eastward and strengthening off the Mid-Atlantic coast by Friday. Rain is anticipated in Cape May County, New Jersey, from Thursday night into Friday night, with much cooler-than-normal temperatures expected to follow the storm into the weekend. While snow is unlikely along the shore, there is a slight chance of a rain-snow mix or light snow in the far western and northwestern parts of the region. Coastal impacts, including gusty winds and tidal flooding, remain uncertain and will depend on the storm's exact track.

Rockland Bakery Expands Operations and Distribution Across Northeast U.S.

Rockland Bakery Expands Operations and Distribution Across Northeast U.S.

Rockland Bakery Expands Operations and Distribution Across Northeast U.S.

Small Craft Advisory Issued for Delaware Bay

Small Craft Advisory Issued for Delaware Bay

A Small Craft Advisory has been issued for Delaware Bay waters, effective from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST on Monday. The advisory warns of northwest winds ranging from 20 to 30 knots, creating very rough waters. The affected areas include Delaware Bay waters north of East Point, NJ, to Slaughter Beach, DE, and south of East Point, NJ, to Slaughter Beach, DE. Mariners are advised to exercise caution as these conditions could pose significant hazards, particularly for smaller vessels. The advisory is part of ongoing efforts to ensure safety in the region's waterways during challenging weather conditions.

Cranbury Township Reports $26 Million Wire Transfer Theft, Recovers $17.3 Million

Cranbury Township Reports $26 Million Wire Transfer Theft, Recovers $17.3 Million

Cranbury Township, New Jersey, has reported a sophisticated financial theft involving an approximately $26 million wire transfer. The theft, which occurred on September 28, was intended for the purchase of property to fulfill the municipality's affordable housing obligations. A multiagency task force, led by the Cranbury Township Police Department and the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office, is actively investigating the case with support from local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Investigators have successfully frozen nearly $17.3 million in assets as they work to recover the stolen funds. Township officials have stated that the criminal investigation is ongoing and further details cannot be shared at this time. Mayor Lisa Knierim emphasized the seriousness of the matter, highlighting the township's priorities of supporting the investigation, pursuing financial recovery, and maintaining municipal operations. Police Chief Giuseppe DeChiara reiterated the investigation's top priority ...

New Brunswick Drafts Data Center Regulations Amidst Statewide Municipal Restrictions

New Brunswick Drafts Data Center Regulations Amidst Statewide Municipal Restrictions

New Brunswick Drafts Data Center Regulations Amidst Statewide Municipal Restrictions

Former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Champions State's Film Industry Revival with Tax Incentives

Former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Champions State's Film Industry Revival with Tax Incentives

Former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Champions State's Film Industry Revival with Tax Incentives

Congressman Josh Gottheimer's Office Recovers Over $173 Million for North Jersey Constituents

Congressman Josh Gottheimer's Office Recovers Over $173 Million for North Jersey Constituents

U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced that his office has recovered over $173 million for North Jersey constituents to date, resolving a total of 22,959 cases. The assistance provided by his office includes helping residents secure military pension back pay, health insurance coverage, IRS refunds, and other benefits from federal agencies and private companies. Recent examples highlighted include assisting a veteran in receiving five months of delayed pension payments, a nurse in obtaining approval for a medically necessary prosthetic limb from UnitedHealthcare, and a constituent in resolving an identity theft case involving a fraudulent $93,000 Small Business Administration (SBA) COVID loan. The office also helped families with delayed IRS refunds and immigration paperwork issues, demonstrating a broad scope of constituent services aimed at navigating bureaucratic challenges.

Heavy Rain and Flooding Threaten Northeast

Heavy Rain and Flooding Threaten Northeast

A massive cross-country storm is bringing much-needed rain to the Northeast after weeks of dry weather. The storm is expected to deliver widespread rainfall totals of 1 inch or more, with localized amounts reaching 2 to 3 inches in areas such as Eastern Virginia, Maryland, and southeastern New England. Flash Flood Warnings have already been issued in parts of New Jersey, and the greatest flood risk is concentrated in Southern New England, including Providence and Boston. Severe thunderstorms are also forecast for the Mid-Atlantic and eastern Carolinas, with damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes possible. This system has disrupted travel, causing ground delays at major airports like Newark, LaGuardia, JFK, and Boston Logan. Rainfall is expected to continue through Friday before tapering off by Saturday afternoon.

NJ Transit Service Disrupted by Stuck Newark Drawbridge, Affecting Multiple Rail Lines

NJ Transit Service Disrupted by Stuck Newark Drawbridge, Affecting Multiple Rail Lines

NJ Transit service experienced significant disruptions on November 5 and 6, 2026, due to the Newark Drawbridge becoming stuck in the open position. The malfunction, which occurred on Thursday afternoon, November 5, led to the suspension of rail service in both directions between Newark Broad Street and Hoboken. The affected lines included the Morris & Essex Line, Gladstone Branch, and Montclair-Boonton Line. While limited service resumed by 9:30 p.m. on November 5, the impact continued into the Friday morning commute. On November 6, NJ Transit announced that trains would not operate between Dover and Hackettstown on the Morris & Essex Lines, nor between Montclair State University Station and Hackettstown on the Montclair-Boonton Line. Commuters faced heavy crowds at stations like Secaucus Junction and were advised to anticipate extra travel time and check for service updates. NJ Transit confirmed that rail tickets and passes were being cross-honored on NJ Transit and private carrier buses, NJ Transit Light...

94.5 PST Organizes 'Stuff the Studio' Holiday Food Drive for New Jersey Families

94.5 PST Organizes 'Stuff the Studio' Holiday Food Drive for New Jersey Families

94.5 PST, in collaboration with the Saker family of ShopRite stores and sponsored by JerseyHired.com, is hosting its annual 'Stuff the Studio' holiday food drive. The initiative aims to collect non-perishable food items for New Jersey families in need during the holiday season. Donations can be made at local Saker family ShopRite stores by placing items in designated 'Stuff the Studio' collection bins until Monday, November 23rd. On November 23rd, the 'Chris, Jahna, Joe & the Morning Show' will broadcast live for 12 hours, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the goal of filling their studio with collected food. All proceeds from the food drive will benefit Fulfill, an organization that supports a network of 289 food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelter programs across New Jersey.

Teyonah Parris Joins Denzel Washington in Christopher McQuarrie's Upcoming Crime Thriller

Teyonah Parris Joins Denzel Washington in Christopher McQuarrie's Upcoming Crime Thriller

Teyonah Parris Joins Denzel Washington in Christopher McQuarrie's Upcoming Crime Thriller