Prosecutor: DUI Drivers Arrested In 3-Car Crash That Killed Central Jersey Teenager Prosecutor: DUI Drivers Arrested In 3-Car Crash That Killed Central Jersey Teenager
Prosecutor: DUI Drivers Arrested In 3-Car Crash That Killed Central Jersey Teenager Two men have been arrested in connection with a three-car crash that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old woman from Milltown last month, authorities said.  Felicity B. Eden, 19, who was driving one of the cars involved in a chain reaction collision on May 24, was pronounced dead at the scene, Middlesex County Acting Prosecutor Christopher L.C. Kuberiet and North Brunswick Police Director Kenneth P. McCormick said in a statement. Rashawn Stevens, 33, of Newark and Garry Givens-Owens, 28, of Somerset were charged with strict liability vehicular homicide, driving wh…
One Dead In 3-Car North Brunswick Crash One Dead In 3-Car North Brunswick Crash
One Dead In 3-Car North Brunswick Crash One person died in a three-car crash early Sunday morning in North Brunswick, authorities said. The incident occurred around 4:10 a.m. on the southbound side of Route 1 near Walmart, Middlesex County Acting Prosecutor Christopher L.C. Kuberiet and North Brunswick Police Department Director Kenneth P. McCormick said. The victim, whose identity was not immediately being released, was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash remains under investigation. Further details were not released. Anyone with information is asked to contact North Brunswick Patrolman Jason Zier at (732) 247-092…
21 Vehicles Destroyed In Ridgefield Fire 21 Vehicles Destroyed In Ridgefield Fire
21 Vehicles Destroyed In Ridgefield Fire Live wires temporarily kept firefighters from dousing flames that destroyed 21 vehicles on a lot off Broad Avenue in Ridgefield. A wire downed in Thursday night's storm ignited two vehicles in the depot, filled with hundreds of new vehicles, next to Metro Fuel on Hudson Avenue near H Mart, authorities said. Firefighters found two vehicles fully involved with live wires arcing over them, blocking initial suppression efforts. They doused nearby oil tanker trucks to prevent them from catching fire while they awaited PSE&G. The fire broke out off Broad Avenue (Route 1) in Ridgefield.D…
Second COVID-19 Case Confirmed In Norwalk Second COVID-19 Case Confirmed In Norwalk
Second Covid-19 Case Confirmed In Norwalk A second case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Norwalk. Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling sent a phone message to residents on Wednesday, March 18, informing them of the new case. "Norwalk now has two confirmed positive cases of Norwalk residents with COVID-19," the message said. Related story: COVID-19: Number Of COVID-19 CT Cases Climbs To 68 One other case had been reported earlier. The status of the two residents was not released or whether they were hospitalized or in self-quarantine. As of Wednesday, there are 48 confirmed cases in Fairfield County. At …
Report: Pickup Driver In Crash That Killed 5 Teaneck Family Members Gets 1 Year Probation Report: Pickup Driver In Crash That Killed 5 Teaneck Family Members Gets 1 Year Probation
Report: Pickup Driver In Crash That Killed 5 Teaneck Family Members Gets 1 Year Probation A man who killed a Teaneck father and his four daughters when his pickup truck veered across a Delaware highway into the path of their minivan was sentenced to a year's probation on Friday, according to a published report. Alvin Hubbard III, of Maryland, could be sentenced to 14 years in prison if he doesn't meet the requirements of his probation. Hubbard pleaded guilty in June to five counts of death by auto and two of vehicular assault in connection with the July 2018 crash, which occurred as the Trinidad family was returning from a trip to Ocean City, MD.  Killed were Audi Marquez …
Route 1 Lane Closure Scheduled In Westchester Route 1 Lane Closure Scheduled In Westchester
Route 1 Lane Closure Scheduled In Westchester There will be a lane closure on a stretch of Route 1 for several hours as contractors perform highway work activities in the area. The New York State Department of Transportation issued an alert cautioning that there will be lane closures in both directions in Port Chester between Read Street and Putnam Avenue between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16. During the scope of the project, motorists in the area can expect delays and have been advised to seek alternate routes, when possible. The NYSDOT noted, “drivers are asked to use caution when traveling through the work zone area and …
Popular Barber Closing Shop In Fairfield After 61-Year Run Popular Barber Closing Shop In Fairfield After 61-Year Run
Popular Barber Closing Shop In Fairfield After 61-Year Run A barbershop on Route 1 is closing its doors after being in business more than half a century. The original owner of Barber Serville on 1426 Post Road in Fairfield, Joe Vaccarella, confirmed the news to Daily Voice by phone. The shop has to vacate the storefront because the new property owners "want us to move," said Vaccarella. His daughter, Ann Marie Bennett, is the current owner of the business which employs two other barbers who will now be looking for new jobs, according to Vaccarella. The business operated in its current location since 1965.
Route 1 Closure Will Last Eight Hours Per Day During Workweek Route 1 Closure Will Last Eight Hours Per Day During Workweek
Route 1 Closure Will Last Eight Hours Per Day During Workweek There will be nightly lane closures on Route 1 for several days as crews continue construction activities in the area. The New York State Department of Transportation issued an alert cautioning that from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. from Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, there will be a road closure to allow contracting crews in Westchester to perform construction activities between Slater Street and Grace Church Street in Port Chester. According to the NYSDOT, there will be a posted detour for motorists to follow, and those in the area can expect delays. “Motorists are reminded that fines…
Second Closure For I-95 Bridge Replacement Project Starts Second Closure For I-95 Bridge Replacement Project Starts
Second Closure For I-95 Bridge Replacement Project Starts Contracting crews are gearing up to shut down a stretch of I-95 for the second weekend in a row as they continue working on a multi-million dollar bridge replacement project in Fairfield County. Earlier this year, the Connecticut State Department of Transportation announced plans to replace the Route 1 overpass at Exit 9 in Stamford with a new steel and concrete structure over the summer. Construction began last weekend on the $15 million project, on Friday, May 31, and is expected to continue this weekend from Friday, June 7 through Monday, June 10. During the construction work, motorists…
Truck Driver In Crash That Killed Teaneck Dad, 4 Daughters Pleads Guilty Truck Driver In Crash That Killed Teaneck Dad, 4 Daughters Pleads Guilty
Truck Driver In Crash That Killed Teaneck Dad, 4 Daughters Pleads Guilty The truck driver charged with killing a Teaneck father and his four daughters last year in a Delaware crash plead guilty Wednesday. Alvin Hubbard III, of Maryland, pleaded guilty to five counts of operation of a motor vehicle causing death, one count of vehicular assault second degree, and one count of vehicular assault third degree. Killed were Audi Marquez Trinidad, 61, and daughters Kaitlyn, 20; Danna, 17; and 13-year-old twins Melissa and Allison. Mother Mary Rose Ballocanag, 53, survived with serious injuries. The family was headed home from a trip to Ocean City, Maryland wh…
Suspect Threatened To Shoot During Dunkin’ Robbery In Fairfield, Police Say Suspect Threatened To Shoot During Dunkin’ Robbery In Fairfield, Police Say
Suspect Threatened To Shoot During Dunkin’ Robbery In Fairfield, Police Say Police are searching for a man who allegedly robbed a busy Dunkin' Donuts on Route 1. The robbery took place around 2 a.m., Tuesday, May 28, at the Dunkin' at 593 Post Road, said Fairfield Police Lt. John Bucherati. The cashier told officers that a black male, with a thin build, in his 40’s, wearing a red jacket and hat came into the store and threatened to shoot her, Bucherati said. "The male implied that he had a gun, however, no firearm was displayed," he added. The suspect took an undetermined amount of cash from the register and fled the store, police said. A K9 track…
New Fish Market Opens In Fairfield Bringing Fresh Seafood, Handmade Sushi Items To Post Road New Fish Market Opens In Fairfield Bringing Fresh Seafood, Handmade Sushi Items To Post Road
New Fish Market Opens In Fairfield Bringing Fresh Seafood, Handmade Sushi Items To Post Road There is a new fish market on Route 1 in Fairfield. Its owners Frank Lanzo and Jardar Nygaard are lifelong fishermen and also friends for 20 years The new market which officially opens Wednesday, May 15  at 1499 Post Road carries fresh seafood and a variety of handmade sushi items. “Our specialty is seafood, plain and simple. We have both done it so long, that we can do it in our sleep. As lifelong anglers, commercial fishermen, and aquaculturists, our experience, and contacts allow us to trace all of our products to the source," said Lanzo. Both men have worked extensively on c…