Author: Breaking Local News Report
PARAMUS, N.J., Sept. 28 — The Paramus Police Department participated in the annual “Day in the Park” event on Saturday, held by the Keri Anne DeMott Foundation. The day featured a softball game between police officers, community members, and supporters despite rainy weather. In a Facebook post, the Paramus Police Department expressed pride in their involvement. “Police Officers, supporters and community members played in a fun rainy softball game,” the department shared, highlighting the spirit of the event. The event took place on Saturday, Sept. 27, and included participation from local organizations, including Paramus Public Schools, Paramus PBA 186, and…
BELLEVILLE, N.J., Sept. 29 — Despite rain showers, the Belleville community came together earlier today for the first annual Childhood Cancer Awareness Walk, held at the Belleville High School track. The event, organized to raise awareness and support for childhood cancer research, saw participation from local residents and officers from the Belleville Police Department. According to a social media post by the Belleville Police Department, officers were on hand to support the event. “Despite the rain, the community came together for a great cause and to raise awareness and support childhood cancer research,” the department wrote on its Facebook page.…
NEW YORK, Sept. 28 — An off-duty employee of the New York City Department of Sheriff was arrested early Saturday morning, authorities said. The arrest took place in the 34th Precinct, which covers parts of Upper Manhattan. Mackenson Vil, 38, was taken into custody at approximately 3:22 a.m. He faces charges of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and second-degree menacing, according to the police report. The circumstances surrounding Vil’s arrest were not immediately disclosed. It was unclear whether the alleged offenses occurred while he was on duty or during a personal incident. Vil, who works as an officer for…
A recent incident at a McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Primanti Bros. restaurant involving Ohio Senator J.D. Vance has sparked a political firestorm. While on a campaign stop, Vance attempted to visit the famous sandwich shop, a staple in the Pittsburgh area known for its piled-high sandwiches, to meet with supporters and hold an informal event. However, the restaurant declined to allow the event to take place on their premises. Patrons who had already ordered their food, canceled their orders, paid for their drinks and left. Vance was turned away during an impromptu trip saying he was just trying to get lunch and…
There have been reports of an increase in prostitution and related issues in Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s district, particularly in areas of Queens, such as Roosevelt Avenue. Local activists and business owners have expressed concerns over the growing presence of illegal sex work, much of which seems to involve vulnerable migrants. These women, often dressed scantily, are reportedly working the streets at all hours, soliciting passersby, while their “pimps” instill fear in the local community. Prostitution in this area appears to have spiked after being pushed out of nearby Flushing, leading to an increase in crime and a declining quality of life…
Toms River, New Jersey, is one of those iconic Shore towns that packs a lot of charm and history into its borders. It’s got a little bit of everything—athletic pride, pop culture connections, and a spooky side that adds a whole lot of character. Let’s dive into what makes this place tick. First up, Toms River is practically royalty in Little League baseball. The town’s team won the Little League World Series in 1998, led by none other than Todd Frazier, who went on to have an MLB career with the Yankees, Mets, and other teams. The Little League field…
Former Secretary of State John Kerry has drawn attention with remarks that some critics interpret as a critique of the First Amendment and its protections of free speech. During a recent discussion, Kerry voiced concerns about the role of social media in shaping public discourse and the challenges it creates for democratic governance. Kerry lamented the difficulty of building consensus in today’s political climate, attributing much of the problem to the decline of traditional fact-checking institutions and the rise of self-selected media consumption. “The referees we used to have to determine what’s a fact and what isn’t a fact, they’ve…
QUEENS, N.Y. — A staffer from the Queens District Attorney’s office has been accused of attempting to build a bomb with the alleged intent of attacking a migrant shelter in Elmhurst, according to police reports released this week. The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Derek Klever, worked as a trial preparation assistant in the office. Authorities allege that Klever had been gathering materials to construct an explosive device, reportedly motivated by frustration over noise and partying at the Kamway Lodge, a small hostel in Elmhurst that the city has been using to temporarily house migrants arriving from the U.S.-Mexico border. Law…
GAMBRILLS, Md. — The Anne Arundel County Police Department is searching for 18-year-old Skylar Bush, who was reported missing on Sunday. Bush was last seen near Dairy Farm Road and Indian Summer Drive in Gambrills, on a trail by the power lines, according to police. Bush was wearing a black shirt, black pants, and pink Crocs when she was last seen. Authorities have urged anyone with information about her whereabouts or anyone who believes they have seen her to contact police immediately. Individuals with information are encouraged to call 911 or reach the Anne Arundel County Police at 410-222-8610. The…
CAMBRIDGE, Md. — Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Saturday night, leaving a 27-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his leg, according to a press release from the Cambridge Police Department. Officers were alerted to the scene at around 8:59 p.m. by a ShotSpotter notification reporting multiple gunshots fired in the 1000 block of Pine St. Shortly afterward, Dorchester County Emergency Services Dispatch received a call about a victim with a gunshot wound in the 600 block of North Drive. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found the male victim, who was transported to Tidal Health Peninsula…