PA Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Girls Ages 6, 7: Warren County Prosecutor PA Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Girls Ages 6, 7: Warren County Prosecutor
PA Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Girls Ages 6, 7: Warren County Prosecutor A 51-year-old PA man was arrested on charges of sexually assaulting two girls ages six and seven, one of them multiple times, authorities said Wednesday, May 31. Andrew L. Lissitz, of the 300 block of Braeside Avenue in East Stroudsburg, was charged with five counts of second-degree sexual assault, two counts of second-degree child endangerment, and first-degree aggravated sexual assault, Warren County Prosecutor James L. Pfeiffer said. The investigation began in July 2020 as Lissitz’s first victim reported being sexually abused at age six on two separate occasions. Lissitz’s next vic…
Dad, Kids Killed In Sussex County Crash Caused By 22-Year-Old Driver: Police Dad, Kids Killed In Sussex County Crash Caused By 22-Year-Old Driver: Police
Dad, Kids Killed In Sussex County Crash Caused By 22-Year-Old Driver: Police Shock and sadness spread Memorial Day Weekend following a crash that killed four people, including a father and his two children struck by a wrong-way driver in Sussex County. Bruce Cseh, 22, of Blairstown, was behind the wheel of a 2021 Jeep Rubicon heading west crossed over the double yellow lines on Newton-Sparta Road around 4 p.m. in Andover Township on Friday, May 26, local police said. Cseh struck a 2011 Ford Ranger pickup, driven by Andrew Benavente, 36 of Newton. Benavente's truck erupted in flames which became too intense for firefighters. As a result, the dad, his 13-year-old son,…
Sussex County Ex-Con Guilty Of Murder In Hunterdon Stabbing Of 38-Year-Old Woman, Jury Finds Sussex County Ex-Con Guilty Of Murder In Hunterdon Stabbing Of 38-Year-Old Woman, Jury Finds
Sussex County Ex-Con Guilty Of Murder In Hunterdon Stabbing Of 38-Year-Old Woman, Jury Finds A Sussex County ex-con was found guilty after a three-week trial of first-degree murder and other charges in connection with the stabbing of a 38-year-old woman in Hunterdon County, authorities announced on Friday, May 26. Brandon E. Petersen, 33, of Newton, was found guilty of first-degree murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a weapon, and unlawful taking of a means of conveyance, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson said. He was acquitted of his witness tampering charge. RELATED STORY — Grisly History Of Sussex Man Captured In Hunterdon H…
Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47 Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47
Hackettstown Mom, Dedicated Social Worker Jennifer Gatzke Dies, 47 Beloved Hackettstown mom and devoted social worker Jennifer T. Pennell Gatzke died at at Hackensack University Medical Center on Sunday, May 7. She was 47. Jennifer was raised in Stanhope before moving to Hackettstown, where she has lived since 2001, her obituary says. Jennifer was a dedicated Clinical Social worker for the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Service (DYFS) in Newton and lived her live to help others, says her memorial. She spent her free time lounging on Jersey Shore beaches, bringing out her inner fashionista through her fabulous outfits, and crusing around in her st…
The Copper Kettle Eatery Opens In Sussex County (LOOK INSIDE) The Copper Kettle Eatery Opens In Sussex County (LOOK INSIDE)
The Copper Kettle Eatery Opens In Sussex County (Look Inside) A new eatery featuring vegetarian and vegan treats has opened its doors in Sussex County. The Copper Kettle opened at 188 Spring St. in Newton on Monday, April 3. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Copper Kettle (@the_copper_kettle_nj) The eatery serves a wide array of homemade soups, pasta, quiche, and other daily rotating daily specialties. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Copper Kettle (@the_copper_kettle_nj) There’s even a gift shop with seasonal items, as w…
‘Truly Devoted Father’ Jonathan Rivera Of Sussex County Dies, 37 ‘Truly Devoted Father’ Jonathan Rivera Of Sussex County Dies, 37
‘Truly Devoted Father’ Jonathan Rivera Of Sussex County Dies, 37 Tributes and donations poured in for dedicated Sussex County father Jonathan R. Rivera, who died on Thursday, Dec. 29 at the age of 37. Born in Yonkers, NY, Jonathan spent most of his life as a resident of Sussex County and lived in Crandon Lakes at the time of his passing, his obituary says. Jonathan was a self-employed painter with a “quiet and reserved” nature — though he also had a distinct sense of humor, according to his memorial. Jonathan loved rooting for the Pittsburg Steelers, playing video games, and spending time in the kitchen cooking up dishes while scrutinizing each and ever…
Earthquake? South Jersey Residents Shaken By Loud Rumbling Earthquake? South Jersey Residents Shaken By Loud Rumbling
Earthquake? South Jersey Residents Shaken By Loud Rumbling Residents from Cape May to Gloucester and Ocean counties reported a rumbling sound similar to an earthquake on Friday, Jan. 13. Within the first hour, hundreds of people reported the phenomenon on volcanodiscovery.com. The U.S. Geological Survey reported no signs of seismic activity in New Jersey or neighboring states on Friday afternoon. The internet was abuzz with reaction to what felt like an earthquake.Facebook/ Cape May Live On Cape May Live's Facebook page, Jane Hickman wrote: "At a few minutes after 2 p.m. today, my house shook and I felt and heard rumblings from the direction o…
Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support Support is on the rise for the family of beloved Sussex County mother Catherine VanderMark, who died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Dec. 10 aged 46. Born in Newton, Catherine was a lifelong resident of Sussex County, her obituary says. Catherine will forever be remembered for her incredibly caring and compassionate soul, as well as her unending love for her children, Kimberley VanderMark and Hailey Babcock. In addition to her children, Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Raymond Babcock; her father, Frank VanderMark; her brothers, Chris Crane, Frank Crane, and Jer…
Violent NJ Ex-Con Who Once Made Headlines Hangs Himself At Bergen Jail Violent NJ Ex-Con Who Once Made Headlines Hangs Himself At Bergen Jail
Violent NJ Ex-Con Who Once Made Headlines Hangs Himself At Bergen Jail A disgraced former police officer who'd served time for threatening to kill his then-wife more than 10 years ago was found hanged in his cell at the Bergen County Jail over the weekend, authorities confirmed. Keith C. Reilly, 42, was pronounced dead from suicide at Hackensack University Medical Center at 5:15 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, Sheriff Anthony Cureton said. Officers assigned to the secure housing unit were conducting routine checks when they found Reilly suspended from the HVAC system by a bedsheet, the sheriff said. He'd strangled himself, Cureton said, adding that an investigation was…
Starbucks With Drive-Thru Opens In Sussex County (LOOK INSIDE) Starbucks With Drive-Thru Opens In Sussex County (LOOK INSIDE)
Starbucks With Drive-Thru Opens In Sussex County (Look Inside) A new Starbucks has opened its doors in Newton. The cafe has a drive-thru and is located at 123 Water St. The store is open daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Scroll down to view additional photos. ☕️ Newton Starbucks is open and waiting to serve you! * Located at 123 Water Street; they offer a convenient drive-thru... Posted by Newton, NJ on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 Starbucks, 123 Water St., Newton, NJ 07860
Man Dies From Self-Inflicted Shooting At Sussex County Police Department (UPDATE) Man Dies From Self-Inflicted Shooting At Sussex County Police Department (UPDATE)
Man Dies From Self-Inflicted Shooting At Sussex County Police Department (Update) UPDATE: The man died as he was being taken to the hospital, according to a report from NJ.com. ----------------------------- A man was being hospitalized following a self-inflicted shooting at a police department in Sussex County, authorities said. A Newton police officer was exiting the back of the station at 39 Trinity St. and found an unconscious 71-year-old Newton man lying on the ground just after 1:20 p.m. on Friday, July 29, a press release said. Officers immediately began rendering aid and discovered that he was suffering from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. A 9 mm ha…
GUILTY: Sussex County Diner Owner Failed To Pay Thousands In Taxes, IRS Says GUILTY: Sussex County Diner Owner Failed To Pay Thousands In Taxes, IRS Says
Guilty: Sussex County Diner Owner Failed To Pay Thousands In Taxes, IRS Says The owner of a Sussex County diner admitted in court to evading taxes, authorities announced. Newton resident Dimitrios Protogeropoulos, 60, pleaded guilty via video conference to one count of personal income tax evasion for the 2016 tax year, according to a release from the IRS. Protogeropoulos, who owns The Hampton Diner in Newton, admitted to “skimming” a large portion of the restaurant’s cash receipts for personal use, authorities said. He also paid certain restaurant workers using cash in order to avoid paying personal income taxes. Protogeropoulos admitted that he neglected to repor…