Here are the top New Jersey news stories for Wednesday:
Former RHONJ star Dina (Manzo) Cantin in a FILE photo (Ilya S. Savenok_/Keynote USA/Getty Images, Google Maps, Canva)
Former RHONJ star Dina (Manzo) Cantin in a FILE photo (Ilya S. Savenok_/Keynote USA/Getty Images, Google Maps, Canva)
The ex-spouse of a Bravo reality star has been found guilty of planning a physical attack on his ex-wife’s new love in exchange for a reception at a luxurious New Jersey venue.
Thomas Manzo, of Franklin Lakes, was convicted by a jury in federal court in Newark after a two-and-a-half week trial, announced United States Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.
Manzo, 59, arranged for a known mobster to attack the now-husband of her ex, Dina Manzo, of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” fame, in 2015.
You have until June 30 to vote for the best beaches in New Jersey.
As it does every year, the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium seeks to create a list of the best beaches in the state, based on the opinions of the people who enjoy them.
You only get one vote from one device. So the race isn’t a question of which beach fanatic has the fastest fingers on the keyboard.
Pool in Williamstown section of Monroe Township where two children nearly drowned 05/26/24
Pool in Williamstown section of Monroe Township where two children nearly drowned 05/26/24 (6 KeynoteUSA Action News)
MONROE TOWNSHIP (Gloucester) – Two children rescued from a backyard pool over Memorial Day weekend have died.
Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of Detectives Thomas Gilbert confirmed the deaths of the sister and brother, ages 11 and 14, who had been pulled from the pool at a home on Woods Road on May 26. . Their deaths were ruled accidental, according to Gilbert.
Long Branch Boardwalk, crowd at Pier Village in May 2022
Long Branch Boardwalk (Bud McCormick), crowd at Pier Village in May 2022 (Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office)
LONG BRANCH – A Jersey Shore town is taking a tough stance against an unauthorized pop-up party being promoted on social media for Saturday.
After large crowds of teenagers gathered in Ocean City, Seaside Heights and Wildwood over Memorial Day weekend, Long Branch will increase its police presence for an event that could materialize as early as Saturday.
Long Branch police and the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office said they have identified and already issued cease and desist letters to three organizers of the event. The city also said these events are illegal.
KeynoteUSA/Office of the Governor/Illustration by Townsquare Media
KeynoteUSA/Office of the Governor/Illustration by Townsquare Media
Attorney General Merrick Garland testified before Congress that illegal immigration is now a “major priority” for the Justice Department.
Garland says some of those entering the country are on a terrorist watch list.
The testimony comes as President Joe Biden closes the southern border with new executive orders aimed at better controlling who enters the US.
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