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SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ—The iconic 1910 Dr. Floyd L. Moreland Carousel has reopened in Seaside Heights following a comprehensive nine-year restoration effort. The Ocean County Board of Commissioners, including Deputy Director Gary Quinn and Commissioner Frank Sadeghi, celebrated the event with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 28. The restoration project involved the collaborative efforts of volunteers, Carousels & Carvings for mechanical refurbishment, and local artist Marie deSaules, who restored many of the carousel’s horses. The project also included the restoration of the original Wurlitzer organ, enhancing the nostalgic experience for visitors. The ceremony was attended by notable figures such as Seaside…

TOMS RIVER, NJ—In recognition of National County Government Month, Ocean County students participated in a poster contest, showcasing their views on the best qualities of their county, home to over 650,000 residents. The contest, aimed at engaging young minds with local governance, saw numerous entries from across the county. The winners of the contest, all fourth graders, were honored in a ceremony by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, including Commissioner Frank Sadeghi, and Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella. The event celebrated the creativity and insight of the students, emphasizing their appreciation and understanding of what makes Ocean County…

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ—Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi expressed enthusiasm as he joined local officials and community members to celebrate the commencement of construction on a new Habitat for Humanity home. This initiative, in partnership with Berkeley Township, the NJ Department of Community Affairs, and numerous contractors and volunteers, marks a significant milestone in the community’s efforts to provide housing solutions. The new home is designated for the family of Isaiah Irizzary, who will soon enjoy a permanent residence where they can celebrate life’s successes and face its challenges together. Commissioner Sadeghi highlighted the event as a beautiful day for community…

ROCKY GAP STATE PARK, MD—In a coordinated rescue operation, Trooper 5, a helicopter from the Maryland State Police, was called into action just after 9 pm on Sunday to assist in rescuing three hikers lost in Rocky Gap State Park. The hikers found themselves in a challenging situation due to the steep terrain of the ravine where they were located. Responding to a request from the Natural Resources Police, Trooper 5’s crew performed a precise hoist operation to safely extract the hikers. They were then transported to a nearby landing zone. Once on the ground, the hikers were evaluated by…

NEW ROCHELLE, NY—New Rochelle Police have made an arrest following a shooting incident late Saturday night on July 27, near 361 Main Street. At around 11:05 pm, police received reports of gunfire in the area, and a suspect vehicle was soon identified through ongoing investigations. Detectives located the vehicle entering the New Roc City parking garage from Harrison Street ten minutes later, at 11:15 pm. Two individuals in the vehicle were detained while police searched the vicinity. A .380 shell casing was found near the lower parking lot of 361 Main Street, and a loaded .380 firearm was discovered on…

BRONX, NY—Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announced today that 60-year-old Jacqueline Ratliff has been indicted on charges of second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter following a fatal stabbing in their apartment building. The incident, which occurred on May 25 at approximately 10:03 am inside 1752 Walton Avenue, resulted in the death of 32-year-old John Welgoss, Jr. During the arraignment before Bronx Supreme Court Justice Brenda Rivera, Ratliff was remanded to custody with a court return date set for September 30. The altercation that led to Welgoss’s death began as a dispute in the hallway, where he was fatally stabbed with…

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ—New Jersey State Police from the Bridgeton Barracks are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that occurred on Roadstown Road on the evening of July 27. Troopers arrived at the scene around 7:44 pm to find a 52-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, a married couple, deceased from gunshot wounds. Preliminary investigations suggest that the woman was shot by the man, who then took his own life. The investigation, still in its early stages, has shown no signs of forced entry or involvement of a third party at their residence. The identities of the deceased have not been released due…

BRIDGEVILLE, DE—State Police detectives are actively investigating a shooting that took place on July 28, around 4:45 p.m., at a residence located in the 21000 block of Mill Park Drive. Authorities were called to the scene following reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, troopers discovered that an unidentified suspect had fired multiple shots at a group of people gathered on the property. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the victims. The investigation into this incident is ongoing. No further information was released on the matter.

TRENTON, NJ—Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri and Trenton Police Director Steve Wilson reported the arrest of Jozef Field, a 29-year-old Trenton resident, in connection with the fatal shooting of Stephon Fisher on May 19. The arrest, executed by the U.S. Marshals New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force, occurred at the Kingsbury Apartments on Monday. Field faces charges including first-degree murder, two counts of first-degree attempted murder, two counts of second-degree aggravated assault, and related weapons offenses. The prosecutor’s office has moved to detain Field until his trial. The incident unfolded around 5:52 p.m. on May 19 when Trenton…

HAMBURG, IA—A high-speed chase on Hwy 275 resulted in the arrest of Troy Decker, 50, from Kingman, Arizona, after Fremont County deputies stopped a stolen 2004 Chevrolet Suburban on July 29 around 3:30 pm. The vehicle was intercepted northbound in the 2600 block of Hwy 275 where a felony traffic stop was executed. Decker, the driver, was arrested when he and two pit bulls exited the vehicle. The dogs attacked a deputy during the incident, resulting in severe injuries. After securing the dogs, Decker was detained without further complications. The injured deputy was immediately taken to a local hospital by…