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Disney Store In Fairfield County Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America Disney Store In Fairfield County Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America Disney Store In Fairfield County Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America
Disney Store In Fairfield County Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America So long, farewell... Disney is closing nearly 60 of its brick and mortar stores across the US come Sept. 15. DisneyDisney Among them, two in Connecticut. According to the Disney Store website, the following stores are closing in Connecticut: Danbury: Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Ave. Farmington: Westfarms Mall, 500 Westfarms Mall After the next round of closings, only 25 stores will remain in operation. Disney last March announced at least 60 of its North America stores to focus on online sales.
Toms River Man Drowns In Bay Toms River Man Drowns In Bay Toms River Man Drowns In Bay
Toms River Man Drowns In Bay A 64-year-old Toms River man drowned in an area bay last week, authorities said. Wayne Brotsky was fighting to stay afloat in Mariner's Cove at the end of Kettle Creek before he went under and disappeared around 6:10 p.m. Aug. 19, local police said. Silverton Fire Chief Robert Sinnott was first on scene and jumped in the water. Toms River Officer Michael Hader, and Silverton Fire Company firefighters Keegan Shevlin, Rich Foster, and Dave McElwain also jumped in the water to search for Brotsky.  After approximately 10 minutes, Brotsky was pulled from the water unresponsive. He regained…
4 NJ Disney Stores Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America 4 NJ Disney Stores Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America 4 NJ Disney Stores Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America
4 NJ Disney Stores Among Nearly 60 Closing Across America So long, farewell... Disney is closing nearly 60 of its brick and mortar stores across the US come Sept. 15. DisneyDisney Among them, four in New Jersey. According to the Disney Store website, the following stores are closing in the Garden State: Deptford: Deptford Mall, 1750 Deptford Center Road Edison: Menlo Park Mall, 55 Parsonage Road Jackson: Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Road Paramus: Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza Blvd. After the next round of closings, only 25 stores will remain in operation. Disney last March announced at least 60 of its North America stor…
Jeep Lifted Out Of NJ Backyard Pool After Crash Jeep Lifted Out Of NJ Backyard Pool After Crash Jeep Lifted Out Of NJ Backyard Pool After Crash
Jeep Lifted Out Of NJ Backyard Pool After Crash A Jeep was lifted out of a backyard pool after a crash Monday in Gloucester Township. The car was heading north on Roosevelt Avenue when it hit a parked vehicle, left the road and went through two backyards into the in-ground pool around 12:40 p.m., local police said. A Jeep landed in a backyard pool after crashing and plowing through two backyards Monday in Gloucester Township.Gloucester Township PD The driver self-extricated prior to the arrival of emergency services and suffered minor injuries. Gloucester Twp. Engine 88 responded to the crash along with EMS.  The Jeep was then lift…
HEROES: North Caldwell Police Officers Revive Drowning Boy, 5 HEROES: North Caldwell Police Officers Revive Drowning Boy, 5 HEROES: North Caldwell Police Officers Revive Drowning Boy, 5
Heroes: North Caldwell Police Officers Revive Drowning Boy, 5 Three North Caldwell police officers revived a 5-year-old drowning victim last week. Sgt. Sue Depoe, Det. Sgt. John Lynch and Officer Matt Carleo arrived at the undisclosed address around 1:30 p.m. Aug. 16, where the boy had been pulled from the pool by a teen lifeguard, authorities said. Carleo began life saving measures on the child, and then officers performed CPR.  The boy's heart was restarted before he was taken to a local hospital, police said.  "The department commends these officers whose quick thinking and teamwork were able to save a child's life," authorities sa…
BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County
BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County A new barbecue spot has announced a Passaic County opening date. All the Smoke will open Sept. 3 in Clifton, the restaurant announced on Instagram. The menu boasts loads of smoked meats such as brisket, turkey, pulled pork, chicken, wings and more. Platters and sandwiches are also offered, as are sides such as mac 'n' cheese, baked beans, sweet potato casserole, coleslaw, potato salad and more. All the Smoke will open Sept. 3 at 64 1/2 Market St., in Clifton.
NJ Couple Killed In Crash Returning From Cross Country Trip NJ Couple Killed In Crash Returning From Cross Country Trip NJ Couple Killed In Crash Returning From Cross Country Trip
NJ Couple Killed In Crash Returning From Cross Country Trip A New Jersey community is mourning the loss of a young couple who died in an Illinois crash while returning home from a cross country vacation last Friday. Cole Young, 19, was behind the wheel of a 2008 Honda Odyssey on Interstate 70 when a westbound tractor trailer veered onto the median and then into oncoming traffic, according to Illinois State Police. Our condolences to the families and friends of Sadi Connors and Cole Young. We will cherish their memories forever. Posted by Point Pleasant Education Association on Sunday, August 22, 2021 View this post on Inst…
Murphy Sets Vaccine Mandate For All NJ State Workers, School Employees Murphy Sets Vaccine Mandate For All NJ State Workers, School Employees Murphy Sets Vaccine Mandate For All NJ State Workers, School Employees
Murphy Sets Vaccine Mandate For All NJ State Workers, School Employees Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday announced a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all of the state's workers, teachers and school employees. Those who are not vaccinated will be subject to regular testing -- weekly, at minimum. NEW: All state employees – including those at state agencies, authorities, and public colleges and universities – are required to complete a full vaccination course or undergo regular testing at a minimum of once to twice each week. Full compliance is required by October 18th. pic.twitter.com/zgn7zFO5HO — Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) August 23, 2021 The vaccination deadl…
7-Hour Weekend SWAT Standoff Involving 3 Kids, 4 Adults Ends In Woman's Arrest 7-Hour Weekend SWAT Standoff Involving 3 Kids, 4 Adults Ends In Woman's Arrest 7-Hour Weekend SWAT Standoff Involving 3 Kids, 4 Adults Ends In Woman's Arrest
7-Hour Weekend SWAT Standoff Involving 3 Kids, 4 Adults Ends In Woman's Arrest A seven-hour SWAT standoff ended with one woman in custody Sunday afternoon, authorities in Hudson County said. Sonia Alvarez, 59, of Union City, was charged with obstruction in violation and served a disorderly persons offense in connection with Sunday's incident, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. Union City police responded to 1901 West St. on reports of an argument around 4 a.m.  Officers attempted to get inside to the apartment to make ensure the safety of all individuals when Alvarez became upset and wouldn't let police inside, Suarez said. Union City Emergency S…
Dating With Dentures: NJ TikTok Star Finds Reasons To Smile Dating With Dentures: NJ TikTok Star Finds Reasons To Smile Dating With Dentures: NJ TikTok Star Finds Reasons To Smile
Dating With Dentures: NJ TikTok Star Finds Reasons To Smile Most of the time, Lily Magno isn't wearing her dentures. The 25-year-old New Jersey native feels comfortable without them, so she doesn't see the need to wear them. Not even when she films a TikTok for the world to see. But a year ago, Magno didn't want anyone to know the truth about her smile.  In the spring of 2020, the dance teacher and social media guru lost three of her top teeth due to a gum infection -- 12 years after the skateboarding accident that caused it. Magno was insecure. She was embarrassed. She was depressed. It wasn't until she embraced her dentures and new smile that…
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