Dr. James Kauffman of Atlantic County threatened to shoot himself with a small handgun during a standoff with agents at his office and home. Authorities say they were able to talk Kauffman into dropping the gun. Kauffman’s wife was murdered five years ago; agents were executing search warrants Tuesday morning when the confrontation ensued. ##
A woman who was rescued from the ocean in Avon by the Sea is listed in critical condition. NJ.com reports that two women were rescued from the surf on Monday, and Nisha Desai of Woodland Park remains in critical condition following the event. Lifeguards don’t work weekdays in Avon by the Sea until later in…
A major story developing throughout the day on Tuesday as the husband of the late April Kauffman was arrested following a search of his home and medical practice. 69 year old Dr. James Kauffman was armed with a small handgun and a standoff ensued before he was taken into custody. The Press of Atlantic City…
The body of a man believed to be in his 20s was found in a quarry in Mays Landing Monday night. Authorities say the man was reported missing after swimming in the quarry. He was pronounced dead at the scene; no identity has been released.
The Cape May County Mosquito Commission will begin spraying for mosquitoes as early as today. The County announced that spraying from a truck will occur in many mainland communities in both Middle and Lower Townships this week. The spraying occurs during the evening hours. ##
A 59 year old truck driver from Vineland has been arrested and charged after a fatal accident on Interstate 87 in New York State. Scott Spooner was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident; Spooner’s truck was found at a travel center in North Jersey Sunday afternoon. ##
New Jersey State Police rescued a two year old child and a dog were rescued from a stifling hot car in Hammonton on Friday. A woman asked for help from police after she accidentally locked her keys, the child, and the dog in the car. Police broke the window of the car and both the…
West Cape May is changing the name of Green Street to John A. Vasser Way after the former beloved mayor of the community. A dedication ceremony will be held Saturday evening at the intersection of Green Street and Fourth Avenue. Vasser served as mayor from 1977 through 2001. ##
Three children were seriously injured during a two vehicle motor vehicle accident in Galloway Township Sunday night. Police say 30 year old Kelly Ryan of Galloway was charged with DWI and possession of marijuana after she ran through a stop sign and collided with another car that had five juveniles inside. ##
The Boss was back in the Wildwoods again over the weekend. Legendary singer Bruce Springsteen attended the “Race of Gentlemen” car race event on the Wildwood beach over the weekend. A social media post by the North Wildwood Recreation and Tourism included a couple of photos of Springsteen with fans at the event. Photo courtesy…