TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–Trenton Police say that at approximately 7:00 a.m. today, the New Jersey State Police notified the Trenton Police Department of Bomb threats to two locations in the City of Trenton. One was at Riverview Plaza, and the state police handled that incident. Another was at the Trenton Board of Education, 108 N. Clinton Avenue. Trenton Police conducted a search of 108 N. Clinton and the building was reopened shortly thereafter.
Trenton Public School District reported earlier this morning:
UPDATE: The Trenton Police Department had bomb dogs perform a sweep of the TBOE building and cleared it for re-entry. The building is safe and central office staff can return. Early this morning, the NJ State Police received a bomb threat via email naming three districts including the TPS Central Office building. We thank everyone for their cooperation and patience.
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The Trenton Board of Education Central Office is evacuated due to a bomb threat. The Trenton Police Department is on the scene. The TPS community is asked to stay away from the building until further notice. Central Office staff should report to a nearby school at this time.
Latest inspection is sixth in five years for severe violator
March 11, 2024
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – A Robbinsville frozen food manufacturer with an extensive history of violating federal safety and health standards was cited again by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after a worker suffered an amputation in August 2023.
The agency determined the company exposed workers to lockout/tagout hazards – where energy may be inadvertently released – and cited it for four willful, one repeat and three serious violations, amounting to a $551,719 penalty.
“This company continues to leave its workers vulnerable to hazardous conditions that threaten their safety,” said OSHA Area Director Paula Dixon-Roderick in Marlton, New Jersey. “These hazards must be addressed immediately to prevent another incident.”
Including this inspection, OSHA has inspected CJ TMI Manufacturing America LLC six times in the past five years and placed the company in the Severe Violator Enforcement Program after an inspection produced a significant case in 2021.
View the citations issued to CJ TMI Manufacturing America LLC.
CJ TMI Manufacturing America LLC manufactures frozen dumplings, wontons and noodles for the Twin Marquis and Chef One brands.
The company has 15 business days from receipt of its citations and penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.
OLD BRIDGE, NJ (MIDDLESEX)–Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Thomas J. Montagna of the Old Bridge Police Department announced today that authorities are investigating an explosion in the Township of Old Bridge.
Today, May 1, 2024, at approximately 11:45 A.M., authorities responded to Superior Signal Company, LLC in Old Bridge following a report of an explosion. Upon arrival, authorities located Eileen Marco, 73, of South River, who had succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene and two other employees, who were injured during the explosion.
While the investigation is ongoing, a preliminary investigation lead by The New Jersey State Police, Old Bridge Police Department, the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, and local, state, and county Fire Marshals indicates that the explosion is not suspicious in nature and foul play is not suspected.
An investigation into the cause of the explosion is active and continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Keith Weiss of the Old Bridge Police Department at 732-721-5600 or Detective Matthew Colonna of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-745-3354.
EAST WINDSOR, NJ (MERCER)–Apple Montessori Schools is continuing its expansion to more communities in New Jersey and will be opening a brand-new location at 300D Princeton-Hightstown Road in East Windsor New Jersey this August. Apple Montessori Schools of East Windsor is a modern Montessori school that will offer infant, toddler, preschool/kindergarten, and summer camp programs. The school is now enrolling for the 23/24 school year.
“We are very excited to be expanding our footprint in NJ. East Windsor is a wonderful community and we look forward to working with students both from East Windsor and surrounding areas, “says Andrea Vargas, CEO of Apple Montessori Schools. “Student success in the Montessori environment is developed from engaging and nurturing teachers and an abundance of natural and challenging materials children can work with at their own pace. Our new location will provide this amazing opportunity for many new families and their children, as well as a beautiful facility and outdoor classroom to encourage an understanding and appreciation of nature and the world we live in together.”
Family-founded Apple Montessori Schools has a 50+ year legacy of providing a safe and nurturing environment coupled with advanced academics for the 25,000+ children that have graduated from their multiple locations throughout New Jersey since its inception in 1972. This is the 3rd location that Apple Montessori has opened since 2021 bringing their total schools to 17. Highlights of the newly renovated building include 7 spacious classrooms flooded with natural light (4 preschool, 1 infant, and 2 toddler), a multi-purposes space/indoor gym and advanced safety features including a state-of-the art access controlsystem and live parent video monitoring. The 3+ acre campus features age-appropriate outdoor play areas, a new salt water swimming pool, and a certified Outdoor Classroom with premium wooden materials.
This location is conveniently located off of the intersection of Princeton-Hightstown Road and Old Trenton Road, nearby major retailers and Route 130, Route 1 and 95.
Apple Montessori Schools strives to inspire children to reach their fullest potential— all in a safe, fun, and enriching environment. The Apple team is eager to bring their mission to the families of East Windsor and looks forward to being a part of the new community.
For more information or to enroll, please visit: https://applemontessorischools.com/locations/east-windsor
About Apple Montessori: Family-founded Apple Montessori has set exceptional standards in early childhood education since 1972. Guided by the principles of Maria Montessori, their modern Montessori environment goes beyond the traditional Montessori philosophy to provide an enriching environment where structured freedom creates the foundation for a lifetime of happiness and success. For over 50 years, Apple Montessori Schools has continued to innovate with ongoing professional development programs, well-rounded curriculum, and new additions to facilities including the introduction of Outdoor Classrooms. Apple’s efforts have been publicly recognized and affirmed through accreditation by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) and IACET accreditation for its training department.
L-R New Apple Montessori East Windsor Building, Danielle Selby, Senior Regional Director and Brian Pascal, Construction Manager at Apple Montessori Schools, what the inside of a classroom will look like when open. Photo Credit Apple Montessori.
On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at approximately 11:20 p.m. officers of the Manchester Township Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of Route 37 and Commonwealth Boulevard for the report of a bicyclist struck by a motor vehicle. Upon arrival officers observed a black 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan with extensive front end damage in the eastbound lanes of Route 37. Also located in the roadway was a bicycle which was split in half by the collision. The cyclist was identified as a 14-year-old Manchester resident and was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center for serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Dodge identified as 55-year-old Frederick Grimm of Manahawkin; NJ reported no injuries on scene.
The crash investigation revealed that the Dodge was travelling eastbound on Route 37 prior to the crash. As the Dodge traversed the Commonwealth intersection it struck the bicyclist who attempted to cross the intersection during a green traffic signal. The bicycle did not appear to be equipped with any illuminating lamps as required by NJ law when a bicycle is in operation at night.
Assisting at the scene were EMT’s from the Manchester Township Division of Emergency Medical Services, and Paramedics from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing, but at this point, failure to yield is the primary contributing factor in the crash. This crash is being investigated by Patrolman Keith Douglas of the department’s Traffic Safety Unit.
MANCHESTER, NJ (OCEAN)–Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Manchester Township Chief of Police Antonio Ellis announced that on June 27, 2024, at approximately 4:55 p.m., Officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of Ridgeway Road and Hope Chapel Road in reference to a 911 call reporting a gunshot victim. Responding Officers discovered a 25 year-old female with a gunshot wound to her stomach. The victim was airlifted to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, where she succumbed to her injuries.
“This incident is currently under investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Manchester Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit; there is no known danger to the public at this time,” stated Prosecutor Billhimer. “Additional information will be released when it becomes available,” Prosecutor Billhimer concluded.
Arrest Made In Fatal Hit And Run Crash That Killed 14-Year-Old Boy
July 7, 2023
SOUTH RIVER, NJ (MIDDLESEX)-Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Mark Tinitigan of the South River Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in the investigation of a hit and run.
Today, July 7, 2023, at 4:21 p.m., South River police responded to the intersection of Whitehead Avenue and Russell Avenue following the report of a hit and run. Upon their arrival, authorities located the victim, a 14-year- old boy, who was struck by a white work van while riding his bicycle. The victim was transported to the hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The investigation is active and continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kenneth Nale of South River Police Department at (732) 254-9002 X123 or Sergeant Jonathan Berman of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at (732) 745-4328.
MANCHESTER, NJ (OCEAN)–On Thursday, June 27, 2024, at approximately 2:59 pm, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of State Highway 70 and Beckerville Road, to investigate a motor vehicle crash involving three vehicles.
Upon arrival, officers observed a silver 2011 Saab 93 Aero, fully involved with flames with no occupants in the vehicle. The Saab was observed to be facing west in the eastbound lane of Beckerville Road with extensive front end damage. Additionally, officers observed a blue 2020 Ram ProMaster with front end damage facing north also in the eastbound lane of Beckerville Road. Officers also observed a 2012 Chrysler with front end damage in the westbound shoulder area of Beckerville Road. The investigation revealed that the Ram was traveling east on Beckerville Road and failed to yield to the right of way of the Saab while conducting a left turn into a driveway. After initial impact with the Ram, the Saab engulfed in flames and shortly thereafter was extinguished by several responding fire companies. The Ram then rotated approximately 90 degrees and impacted the Chrysler which was also traveling east on Beckerville Road.
The Ram was operated by 54-year-old Moussa Traore of Burlington, NJ who was transported to Jersey Shore University Hospital via ambulance for treatment and evaluation of his injuries. Mr. Traore is currently listed in stable condition.
The Saab was operated by 24-year-old Terry Cain III of Manchester, NJ who was transported to Community Medical Center via ambulance for treatment and evaluation of his injuries. The Chrysler was operated by 19-year-old Stine Eriksen of Plumsted, NJ who was uninjured as a result of the crash.
Assisting at the scene were Emergency Medical Technicians from the Manchester Township Division of Emergency Services, Manchester Township Fire Department, Whiting Volunteer Fire Department, Paramedics from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Joint Base Fire Department and Accurate Towing. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing, but at this point it is believed that failure to yield to the right of way appears to be the primary contributing factor. This crash is being investigated by Ptl. Brendan Brush of the department’s Traffic Safety Unit.
June 28, 2024
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–Mayor W. Reed Gusciora stated, It is with mixed emotions that I announce the resignation of Trenton’s Business Administrator, Adam Cruz. Adam has served our city with dedication and distinction over the last six years, and his contributions have been invaluable in our collective efforts to enhance the quality of life for all Trentonians. Adam has decided to accept an offer to work in another New Jersey municipality, Dover, and we wish him all the best in his new role.
During Adam’s tenure, Trenton has achieved numerous milestones. Under his leadership, we have successfully balanced our budget and maintained zero municipal tax increases over the last three years. We have made significant investments in public safety, Trenton Water Works, and the Department of Recreation. Additionally, we have enhanced our city’s parks and repaved a record number of streets, greatly improving our infrastructure.
State aid to Trenton has increased remarkably from $6 million in 2018 to a proposed $47 million in direct aid to the Capital City. This financial support has been critical in our efforts to provide essential services and maintain our city’s growth and development. During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Trenton was one of the few municipalities in the state that continued to provide in-person daily services to the public, ensuring that our community’s needs were met even during the most challenging times.
Furthermore, we have managed to reduce employee health insurance costs by millions of dollars while maintaining the same level of coverage for our employees, showcasing our commitment to both fiscal responsibility and the well-being of our workforce.
In the coming month, we will initiate a search for Adam’s replacement in conjunction with the NJ Department of Community Affairs, as our fiscal monitor. While Adam’s departure is undoubtedly a loss for Trenton, he leaves behind an administrative foundation that has put our city in a stronger, more resilient position.
On behalf of the City of Trenton, I extend my deepest gratitude to Adam Cruz for his exceptional service and dedication. We wish him continued success in his future endeavors.
June 28, 2024
MANCHESTER, NJ (OCEAN)–On Thursday, June 27, 2024, at approximately 9:25am officers of the Manchester Township Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of State Highway 70 and Manchester Boulevard for the report of a two-car motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival officers observed a silver 2021 Hyundai Accent with extensive front end damage facing north in the westbound left turn lane of State Highway 70 and a blue 2014 Hyundai Elantra with extensive front end damage facing east on the eastbound dirt shoulder of State Highway 70. The driver of the Hyundai Accent, identified as 68-year-old Fredric Mohr of Manchester, NJ was transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ with several internal injuries, where he is listed as critical but stable condition. The driver of the Hyundai Elantra identified as 37-year-old Michael C. Odom of Manchester, NJ sustained minor injuries and was transported to Community Medical Center in Toms River, NJ.
The crash investigation revealed that the Hyundai Accent was in the left turn lane of westbound State Highway 70 and was attempting to make a left turn onto Manchester Blvd. The Hyundai Elantra was traveling eastbound on State Highway 70 as it approached the intersection. The Hyundai Accent began to initiate the left turn and entered the path of travel of the Hyundai Elantra. The Hyundai Elantra impacted the Hyundai Accent in the intersection causing the Hyundai Accent to rotate approximately 180 degrees and come to final rest facing north in the westbound turning lane of State Highway 70. The Hyundai Elantra after initial impact came to final rest facing east on the dirt shoulder of eastbound State Highway 70.
Assisting at the scene were Fire Fighters and EMT’s from the Manchester Township Division of Emergency Medical Services, and Paramedics from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing, but at this point, failure to yield to oncoming traffic is the primary contributing factor in the crash. This crash is being investigated by Patrolman Conner Yatauro of the department’s Traffic Safety Unit.
June 28, 2024
MANCHESTER, NJ (OCEAN)–Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Manchester Township Chief of Police Antonio Ellis announced that on June 27, 2024, at approximately 4:55 p.m., Officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to the area of Ridgeway Road and Hope Chapel Road in reference to a 911 call reporting a gunshot victim. Responding Officers discovered a 25 year-old female with a gunshot wound to her stomach. The victim was airlifted to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, where she succumbed to her injuries.
“This incident is currently under investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Manchester Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit; there is no known danger to the public at this time,” stated Prosecutor Billhimer. “Additional information will be released when it becomes available,” Prosecutor Billhimer concluded.
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ (MIDDLESEX)–Yesterday January 15, 2025 around 4:20 p.m. the Monroe Township Fire Department was dispatched to McDonald’s on Route 33 for a truck fire. Firefighters responded and found a box truck on fire in the McDonald’s parking lot. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames keeping the fire from spreading to the resturant. No other information is available about the incident.
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on October 27, 2023, Porfirio Serrano-Cruz, 40, of Seaside Heights, was sentenced by the Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., to seven years New Jersey State Prison, as a result of his previously entered guilty plea to Aggravated Assault in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred in Seaside Park on June 30, 2022. This sentence will be subject to the terms of the No Early Release Act, meaning that Serrano-Cruz will be required to serve at least 85 percent of his prison sentence before he may be considered for parole eligibility. Serrano-Cruz pled guilty to the charge before Judge Rahill on August 14, 2023.
On June 30, 2022, at approximately 5:15 a.m., Officers from the Seaside Park Police Department responded to a residence on O Street in response to a 911 call; the caller stated that someone had broken into his residence and tried to kill him. Responding Officers found a 39-year-old male victim with multiple stab wounds to the arms, chest, abdomen and groin. The victim was air-lifted to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune for treatment of his injuries. He was subsequently treated for his injuries and released.
An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, and Seaside Park Police Department, determined that Serrano-Cruz was the individual responsible for the stabbing of the victim. On June 30, 2022, Serrano-Cruz was located in Seaside Heights and taken into custody without incident by Officers from the Seaside Heights Police Department. He has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since his apprehension.
Prosecutor Billhimer acknowledges the diligent efforts of Assistant Prosecutor Julie Peterson who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Strike Force, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit, Seaside Park Police Department, Seaside Heights Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation resulting in Serrano-Cruz’s apprehension, guilty plea, and now his state prison sentence.
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