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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Online sale of pricey sneakers ends in shooting in Howell, NJ
When the victim presented the sneakers for examination the potential buyer showed a gun, fired a shot and took off with the sneakers.
NJ councilman charged with assaulting homeless man in social media video
Dover police said newly elected Councilman Sergio Rodriguez approached a group of homeless men in the downtown area Wednesday night.
All the St. Patrick’s Day parades in New Jersey in 2024
After parades cancelled by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions got back on their feet in 2022 they had to deal with cold, wintry weather in 2023 that forced their postponement.
NJ resident lost $25K to ‘fiancé’ they never met
The Franklin Township (Somerset) resident became suspicious after they received a phone call from a kidnapper demanding a ransom.
Toms River, NJ council to vote again on police funding, animal shelter
Many questions surround the event including what to call it as it is not listed as a formal council meeting on the township website. It's also not clear whether or not there will be a public comment portion.
Metlife Stadium belongs to NJ. Why is it getting renamed for New York?
MetLife Stadium will temporarily be named "New York New Jersey Stadium" during the 2026 World Cup final.
Acquaintance charged with murdering young NJ woman outside home
David C. Shroitman, 27, of Somerville was taken into custody late Sunday night by detectives from the Prosecutor's Office and Somerville police.
NJ men with sword, fake gun robbed sex worker, cops say
The woman told Sparta police that the men appeared to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs when she arrived. They took her bag and cash when she told them she was leaving.
After crashing like this, NJ man was still trying to drive away
Spring Lake police said a witness called 911 after watching a blue Ford drive off Ocean Avenue, through multiple railings and an access ramp coming to a stop with its front end hanging off the boardwalk.
Authorities ID man crushed to death at NJ recycling center
Lakewood police said Timothy Hannold, 50, of the West Creek section of Eagleswood, was inside a large container that had just been delivered.
Toms River, NJ mayor: No more Zoom after meeting became ‘circus’
Wednesday night's meeting was moved online by township council president Craig Coleman over concerns about a possible large turnout. The meeting held using Zoom was plagued by technical difficulties and members unclear how the meeting should be run.
NJ woman charged with DWI in crash that killed toddler
The girl was one of two toddlers riding with their mother on Route 34 on Jan. 13.