Ever since I was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper I've always had an interest in the news. I learn something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. I've been with NJ101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.
Dan Alexander
Newark mayor: Barr provoking ‘fear and hatred’ over our sanctuary policies
Acting ICE Director Matthew Albence said additional forces are needed because people are being released from local jails in sanctuary cities before his agents can take them into custody.
Memorial for Dulce Alavez can’t stay at ballpark any longer
There is no sign of 5-year-old Dulce Alavez five months after she disappeared from a Bridgeton City Park.
Early morning fire destroys 140-year-old Union County church
The front of the historic church in Elizabeth was the only part left standing, according to photos at the scene.
Driver’s arm broken by brick after Turnpike road rage, cops say
A driver's arm was broken in a road rage attack on Valentine's Day.
Democrats Call for NJ Party Leader’s Ouster After ‘Turkey Tampon’ Video Surfaces
A YouTube video that uses a cooked turkey to demonstrate how to use a feminine hygiene product is coming back to haunt a rising star in the state's Democratic Party.
NJ Woman Loses $80,000 in iPhone Scam, Cops Say
A Morris Township resident was scammed out of $80,000 by someone claiming to be an Apple employee who claimed to be able to offer malware protection, according to police.
Teacher Defends Having Toms River Kids Impersonate Slaves
Students and parents came to the defense of a history lesson by a Toms River middle school teacher who had his students lie on the floor and pick cotton while he acted like a slave driver.
Someone in NJ has a $200M Winning Mega Millions Ticket
Someone is holding a jackpot winning Mega Millions ticket sold in New Jersey that could be worth more than $200 milllion.
Financial Secretary Stole Over $500,000 from Church, Cops Say
A church's volunteer financial secretary has been charged by the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office with stealing more than $561,000 from the church and spending it on herself.
Lakewood Police Officers Screened for Possible Measles Exposure
Five police officers stayed home on Tuesday after learning that a suspect they arrested and booked may have the highly contagious measles.d.