18 Nabbed In Massive Hunterdon County Meth, Heroin, Cocaine, Suboxone Bust: Prosecutor 18 Nabbed In Massive Hunterdon County Meth, Heroin, Cocaine, Suboxone Bust: Prosecutor
18 Nabbed In Massive Hunterdon County Meth, Heroin, Cocaine, Suboxone Bust: Prosecutor Eighteen people were arrested and charged as part of a several-month investigation into the distribution of meth, heroin, cocaine, and suboxone in Hunterdon County, authorities announced on Monday, Sept. 19. The investigation was launched by the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office with assistance from the Clinton Township Police Department Investigative Division after numerous complaints were received regarding narcotic activity along Route 22 in Clinton Township, Prosecutor Renée Robeson said. The following suspects were arrested and charged as part of the investigation, Robeson said: L…
’Suspicious’ Package Brings Police, Bomb Squad To Parking Lot Of Warren County Walmart ’Suspicious’ Package Brings Police, Bomb Squad To Parking Lot Of Warren County Walmart
’Suspicious’ Package Brings Police, Bomb Squad To Parking Lot Of Warren County Walmart A “suspicious” package brought police and bomb squads to the parking lot of a Warren County Walmart to investigate on the afternoon of Sunday, Sept. 18, authorities said. The Pohatcong Township Police Department responded to the Phillipsburg store and requested assistance from the Huntington Volunteer Fire Co., Phillipsburg EMS, and the New Jersey State Police Bomb Squad after observing what appeared to be a briefcase in the parking lot. As the several additional emergency crews arrived, it was confirmed that the item was not dangerous, Pohatcong Police said. Crews cleared the scene a shor…
Warren County Diner Goes Up In Flames Morning Of Soft Opening: ‘I’m So Heartbroken,’ Owner Says Warren County Diner Goes Up In Flames Morning Of Soft Opening: ‘I’m So Heartbroken,’ Owner Says
Warren County Diner Goes Up In Flames Morning Of Soft Opening: ‘I’m So Heartbroken,’ Owner Says A new diner in Warren County went up in flames just hours before it was scheduled to have its soft opening, leaving the owner heartbroken and desperate to rebuild. Tony Arzuaga of Jersey City was planning to hold the soft opening for Catch 22 Diner on Route 22 East in Lopatcong Township on Friday, Sept. 16 when the building caught fire before dawn, he documented in a social media post in the ‘Lehigh Valley Food’ group. “I’m so heartbroken,” Arzuaga writes. “At 4 a.m. I get a call from my daughter that [the] diner is on fire…I thought I was dreaming but it was real.” An inspection by the fi…
Warren County Cosmetologist, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 37 Warren County Cosmetologist, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 37
Warren County Cosmetologist, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 37 Warren County cosmetologist and dedicated mother Jennifer Anne Paulson died suddenly on Friday, Aug. 26. She was 37. Born in Phillipsburg, Jennifer graduated from Belvidere High School in 2003 before attending Empire Beauty Academy, her obituary says. She was also a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Belvidere and had most recently worked at a hair salon in Whitehall, PA. Jennifer loved music, dancing, and animals. Above all, she embraced her role as a caring and devoted mother to her young son, Trey Jaiden Crosby. In addition to her son, Jennifer leaves behind her heartbroken pa…
Beloved Hunterdon County Preschooler Dies At Age 4 Beloved Hunterdon County Preschooler Dies At Age 4
Beloved Hunterdon County Preschooler Dies At Age 4 Beloved Hunterdon County preschooler Gunnar Dominic Bickhardt died at the St. Luke’s Warren Campus in Phillipsburg on Thursday, Sept. 1. He was four. Born in Flemington, Gunnar lived in Holland Township and attended Franklin Township Elementary School, his obituary says. Gunnar was also a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church. He loved Monster Trucks — especially Grave Digger — as well as race cars and Hot Wheels, his memorial says. Gunnar loved spending time with his family. His favorite activities included playing in the attic at his PopPop and Siti's house and fishing with PopPop. …
Warren County Man, 63, Met Up For Sex With Undercover Cop Posing As Teen Girl: Prosecutor Warren County Man, 63, Met Up For Sex With Undercover Cop Posing As Teen Girl: Prosecutor
Warren County Man, 63, Met Up For Sex With Undercover Cop Posing As Teen Girl: Prosecutor A 63-year-old man from Warren County is facing numerous charges after investigators caught him meeting up for sex with an undercover cop he thought was a 14-year-old girl, authorities said. Paul Tedeschi, of Lee Avenue in Alpha, was charged with second-degree attempted luring, second-degree sexual assault, attempted child endangerment, and promoting prostitution, Warren County Prosecutor James L. Pfeiffer said in a release on Friday, Sept. 2. Police in Phillipsburg learned from a source on Sunday, Aug. 21 that Tedeschi was looking for an underage girl to have sex with, Pfeiffer said. A fol…
Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44 Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44
Support Surges For Family After Death Of Devoted Dad, Phillipsburg Public Works Employee, 44 Support is on the rise for the family of devoted father and Phillipsburg Public Works employee Kevin Johnson, who died at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono on Tuesday, Aug. 30 at the age of 44. Born in Hackettstown, Kevin had been employed with the Department of Public Works with the Town of Phillipsburg, his obituary says. Kevin was known for his love of youth sports and had spent time as a coach with Steele Hill and Firthtown, according to his memorial. He also loved the Philadelphia Eagles. Above all, Kevin was a dedicated family man who embraced his role as a loving father to his wife, Sta…
Phillipsburg Intersection Closed As Tractor-Trailer Knocks Down Traffic Light Phillipsburg Intersection Closed As Tractor-Trailer Knocks Down Traffic Light
Phillipsburg Intersection Closed As Tractor-Trailer Knocks Down Traffic Light A busy Phillipsburg intersection was shut down after a tractor-trailer knocked down a traffic light, authorities said.  The light was knocked down at the intersection of South Main and Center on the morning of Monday, Aug. 29, according to a post on the town’s Facebook page. Avoid South Main and Center. Tractor trailer knocked down traffic light. Plan alternate route. Posted by Town of Phillipsburg on Monday, August 29, 2022 Motorists were asked to avoid the area as the light was being repaired.
ID Sought For Dirt Bike Rider Heading Across Free Bridge From PA To Phillipsburg, Police Say ID Sought For Dirt Bike Rider Heading Across Free Bridge From PA To Phillipsburg, Police Say
ID Sought For Dirt Bike Rider Heading Across Free Bridge From PA To Phillipsburg, Police Say Police are seeking the public’s help identifying a dirt bike rider who was heading across the Free Bridge from Easton into Phillipsburg on Sunday, August 21. The rider, pictured above, was seen traveling across the Free Bridge from Easton into Phillipsburg and turning right onto South Main Street around 5:10 p.m., police said. Scroll down to view additional photos. ***ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY*** If you are able to identify the pictured individual, please contact us at 908-835-2002 or by... Posted by Phillipsburg Police Department, NJ on Sunday, August 21, 2022 Anyone with information abou…
Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36 Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36
Warren County Landscaper, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 36 Warren County landscaper and devoted mom Rachel Ann Glester died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, August 13. She was 36. Born in Phillipsburg, Rachel worked as a landscaper at ACF Landscape in Washington, her obituary says. Rachel was passionate about spending time in nature and loved outdoor activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and walking her dogs, her memorial says. Above all, Rachel embraced her role as a devoted mother to her son, Brandon, and daughter, Grace Brobst. She is also predeceased by a daughter, Connie Rose. In addition to Brandon and Grace, Rachel leaves behind …
Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries
Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries Police in Phillipsburg are investigating after steering wheels were sliced open and airbags were stolen during a series of recent car burglaries. Car burglaries involving the theft of driver’s side airbags are on the rise in Phillipsburg, police said in a release on Thursday, August 11. “The suspects are breaking into vehicles and cutting open the steering wheels and removing the airbags,” police said. While anyone can become a victim, the latest trend targets newer model Hondas, according to police. WARNING TO RESIDENTS: THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS INVESTIGATING SEVERAL CAR BURGLARIES…
Warren County Native, Rutgers Honors Graduate Dies Suddenly, 32 Warren County Native, Rutgers Honors Graduate Dies Suddenly, 32
Warren County Native, Rutgers Honors Graduate Dies Suddenly, 32 Warren County native and Rutgers University honors graduate Rachel Anne Wall died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 27. She was 32. Raised in Washington, Rachel graduated from Warren Hills Regional High School and lived in Phillipsburg at the time of her death, her obituary says. Rachel went on to attend Rutgers University, where she graduated with honors with a bachelor’s degree in communication before earning a master’s degree in Principles of Communication and Professional Development. Rachel is remembered for her one-of-a-kind spirit and endless generosity. She “would truly give the shir…