Ever since he was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper, Dan Alexander has always had an interest in the news. Alexander says he learns something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. Alexander has been with New Jersey 101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.
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Cheers welcome Toms River, NJ police chief back to work after suspension
Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little returned to work Thursday morning after a two-day unpaid suspension. Mayor Dan Rodrick told Patch the suspension was over an “administrative issue" but did not provide further explanation.
Two NJ school districts face bomb threats Thursday morning
The start of classes was delayed by two hours in Marlboro and then completely canceled while the Trenton public school administrative offices were evacuated.
NJ house deemed unsafe to live after earthquake
Firefighters were sent to the two-story home on Maple Avenue in Berkeley Heights Saturday afternoon after cracks were reported in the basement wall.
Spirit Airlines to continue Atlantic City service despite cuts
Spirit Airlines plans to continue serving Atlantic City International Airport despite deferring new plane orders and closing the city's base crew.
NJ Transit approves massive increase to train and bus fares
The increase, NJ Transit's first since 2015, will take effect July 1 with an automatic 3% increase every year that will not require public hearings.
100+ dogs rescued in largest NJ dog-fighting bust
Bruce “Hollywood” Low, Jr., 44, of Milmay, who runs the Royal Bull Kennel dog breeding business was charged with using his construction business to launder money from the proceeds of illegal activity, according to Attorney General Matthew Platkin.
Why are the lights on New Jersey police vehicles a solid blue?
Many New Jersey police officers are putting the light bar atop their patrol vehicles on solid blue when they are driving and not necessarily responding to a call.
Residents outraged, scared to go to sleep: Toms River cops tackle home break-ins
Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little is holding a community meeting on Sunday to discuss the recent thefts and the department's plans to fight back at the crimes.
Man fires gun through door of home in Toms River, NJ
A resident of Oxford Street in Toms River reported a man, later identified as Asheer Johnson, 18, came to his home, banged on the front door and showed gun he was carrying.
Sayreville, NJ dad charged with killing son in car he set on fire
The charges against Manuel Rivera, 43, of Sayreville were upgraded Friday night by Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone following the tragic discovery Thursday night at Sayreville War Memorial High School.
Toms River, NJ mayor dismisses petition against police funding change
Despite the petitions being certified by township clerk Mike Cruoglio and the council unanimously voting to repeal the ordinance Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick said nothing will change regarding police funding.
‘No one messes with New Jersey’ — Congestion pricing fight continues
NJ Gov. Phil Murphy and Rep. Josh Gottheimer vowed to continue fighting the congestion pricing plan which the MTA wants to implement by June.