Ever since he was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper, Dan Alexander has always had an interest in the news. Alexander says he learns something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. Alexander has been with New Jersey 101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.
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NJ man quickly regrets using tear gas at nightclub, cops say
Two bouncers held Robert Kaminski until police showed up, according to a report obtained from Chicago police by CWB Chicago.
North Wildwood: 5th dolphin of 2024 strands on NJ beach
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center reports the adult common dolphin was found at 16th Avenue Beach in North Wildwood.
Woman kidnapped at NJ supermarket — Suspect wanted by ICE
The kidnapped woman was left at another location after being assaulted, according to police. She was treated for injuries at a hospital.
NJ shopping plaza fire destroys a Walgreens, food pantry
Other businesses in the plaza on Route 173 in Clinton also include Just Sub, JD’s Wine & Spirits and the Open Cupboard food pantry and thrift store.
Asbury Park, NJ schools superintendent suspended
RaShawn Adams has had a tumultuous relationship with the teachers union president and principals who asked the Board of Education to intervene.
NJ first lady fires manager for her U.S. Senate campaign
Murphy campaign spokeswoman Alex Altman described the change as a "transition" and told The New York Times the campaign is still confident of a win in the June Democratic primary over Rep. Andy Kim.
United flight from NJ makes emergency landing in Chicago
United Airlines in a statement said the crew aboard flight #1533, which left Newark at 6:40 a.m., reported a "potential security concern" which forced the landing. 202 passengers and nine crew members were on board.
Pay attention! NJ cops could pull you over today in Monmouth County
Police in seven towns along Route 34 are targeting impaired driving, speeding and distracted driving between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Starbucks in NJ gets attacked as Israel-Hamas war tensions rise
Glen Rock police chief Dean Ackermann said the red paint was splashed over the sign of the coffee shop on Rock Road with the stickers placed on the paint.
Bed time! NJ district is turning off students’ computers at night
Deptford school superintendent Kevin Kanauss in his letter about the new policy said the district's IT team noticed an increase in the use of the laptops in the evening and in some cases "well past midnight."