Author: Breaking Local News Report
WESTFIELD, N.J. — The Westfield Police Department responded to a series of incidents between September 22 and September 28, 2024, ranging from motor vehicle burglaries to theft and a warrant arrest. On Sunday, two vehicle burglaries were reported in the 300 block of W. South Avenue, both occurring at the South Avenue train station parking lot. In the first incident, a victim reported at 10:32 p.m. that his vehicle had been entered, the steering column damaged, and several items stolen, including $1,300 in cash, a New Jersey ID, and an American Express credit card. The victim was unsure if the…
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Task Force 1 (NJ-TF1) continues its search and rescue operations in North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The team is currently deployed in some of the state’s hardest-hit areas, dealing with severe weather conditions and challenging terrain. According to a statement, NJ-TF1 is facing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and difficult terrain, particularly in North Carolina’s mountainous regions. Despite these obstacles, the team has been conducting wide area searches and water rescues in communities affected by flooding. Historic flooding in the region has left many areas inaccessible, but the task force is working…
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A 28-year-old woman was slashed while waiting on the northbound “C” train platform at the 50th Street subway station early Tuesday morning, police reported. The assault occurred at approximately 3:10 a.m., when an unidentified individual approached the woman and attacked her with an unknown cutting instrument. The suspect fled the station on foot following the incident. The victim sustained a laceration to her torso and was transported by EMS to NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, where she is in stable condition. Authorities are investigating the attack and have not yet identified the suspect. The investigation is ongoing.
QUEENS, N.Y. — A bar in Astoria was the target of a hate crime on Friday afternoon when an unidentified individual vandalized an LGBTQIA+ flag and threatened workers, according to police. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. at a bar located at 45-01 23rd Avenue. The suspect tore down the flag and used a knife to cut it up before making threats toward staff members. The individual reportedly called and messaged the bar’s workers, using anti-gay slurs. No injuries were reported in connection to the incident. The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Unit is actively investigating. Police have not yet identified…
Déjà vu, anyone? If you thought 2020 was the last time you’d see people frantically grabbing toilet paper like it was the key to eternal happiness, think again. Thanks to a new U.S. port workers’ strike, New Jersey shoppers are hitting up stores like Walmart, Costco, and BJ’s with the same kind of energy they had when sourdough starters were a must-have. The result? Chaos in the aisles, empty shelves, and that familiar tension in the air as people stock up on anything and everything. The Port Workers Strike—What’s Happening? So, what’s got everyone feeling like they need a cartload…
New Jersey will experience a mild stretch of weather over the next two days, though conditions are influenced by coastal flooding concerns. Today will be mostly cloudy with temperatures reaching a high near 70°F. An east wind around 10 mph will keep the day feeling cool and calm. Tonight, the clouds will linger, with temperatures dipping to about 57°F. The wind will shift to the northeast at around 5 mph before becoming calm later in the evening. By Thursday, the skies will clear for a mostly sunny day, and temperatures will rise to a pleasant 74°F. The wind will again…
NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey commuters faced several traffic disruptions across key highways and tunnels this morning, with crashes and congestion affecting travel times, according to the latest reports. On I-80 westbound, a crash occurred on the ramp to Exit 58 (Madison Avenue) in Paterson at approximately 8:11 a.m. The right lane is currently closed as authorities respond to the incident, causing delays for drivers in the area. A separate crash on the Garden State Parkway southbound, just south of Exit 143C (NJ 124) in Irvington Township, was reported earlier in the morning at around 6:58 a.m. The left lane…
BRONX, N.Y. — An unidentified individual fired multiple shots outside a residence in the Bronx early Sunday morning, police said. The incident occurred at approximately 5:35 a.m. on September 1, 2024, in front of 1236 Union Avenue. The suspect fired several rounds before fleeing the scene on foot in an unknown direction. No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting. Authorities are investigating the incident and have not yet identified the suspect. The investigation is ongoing as police work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A 28-year-old woman was groped on a northbound 1 train at the 110th Street station on Sunday afternoon, according to a report made to police. The incident occurred at approximately 3:55 p.m., when an unidentified individual approached the woman from behind and grabbed her buttocks. The suspect fled the station on foot shortly after the assault. No injuries were reported following the incident. Police have provided a description of the suspect as a slim-built male with a medium complexion. He was last seen wearing a pink T-shirt, black pants, and sneakers. Authorities are continuing to investigate the…
FLUSHING, N.Y. — A 24-year-old man was robbed at the Main St.-Flushing train station on Thursday evening, according to local authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m. when the victim was approached by three unidentified individuals. The suspects forcibly removed two chains from the man’s neck before fleeing the scene on foot. The victim did not report any injuries as a result of the robbery. The suspects remain at large, and police are investigating the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities.