Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind has chosen to lead the substation expansion program for its first offshore wind project, Atlantic Shores Project 1. The project, located in New Jersey, will deliver 1,510 megawatts of clean energy to the state and generate enough power to serve over 700,000 homes. This collaboration represents a significant step towards building a cleaner energy future in New Jersey.
A power failure on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor has caused widespread disruptions to rail travel between New Jersey and Philadelphia, affecting thousands of commuters during the busy rush hour. This marks the second such incident this week, highlighting ongoing infrastructure issues and straining the relationship between NJ Transit and Amtrak. The disruption underscores the need for the proposed Gateway project, which aims to alleviate congestion and improve reliability on this critical rail route.
A New Jersey businessman testified in federal court on Friday that he believed he had a $200,000-to-$250,000 deal with Sen. Bob Menendez in 2018 for the Democrat to pressure the New Jersey attorney general’s office to stop investigating his friends and family. The businessman, Jose Uribe, is the key witness for the government in the bribery case against Menendez and two other businessmen. Menendez, 70, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he accepted gold bars, cash, and a luxury car in return for doing favors for the businessmen.
In a highly unusual twist, deceased New Jersey Congressman Donald Payne Jr. has posthumously won the Democratic primary in his congressional district. Despite passing away from a heart attack in April, Payne Jr. was the only candidate to file for the primary, which was held on Tuesday. His victory highlights the unique election rules in New Jersey, where a deceased candidate cannot be replaced on the ballot. A special primary election will now be held on July 16 to determine Payne Jr.’s successor.
A New Jersey jury has found Christopher Gregor guilty of manslaughter in the death of his six-year-old son, Corey. Gregor forced his son to run on a treadmill at high speeds, leading to the child’s death. The jury rejected the murder charge against Gregor, and he now faces 10 to 30 years in jail.
The high-profile corruption trial of Senator Bob Menendez has commenced with a dozen jurors and six alternatives hearing opening statements. Prosecutors accused Menendez and two businessmen of a bribery scheme involving millions in cash, gold bars, and other gifts. Menendez’s attorney denied the allegations, describing the Senator as an “American patriot.” A lengthy list of prominent individuals, including sitting senators, may be called as witnesses.
Former President Donald Trump rallied a crowd of over 40,000 supporters in Wildwood, New Jersey, despite facing numerous ongoing legal challenges. Supporters expressed their belief that Trump could potentially flip the traditionally Democratic state in the upcoming November elections.
Former President Donald Trump is setting his sights on winning the traditionally Democratic stronghold of New Jersey in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Despite losing the state by a significant margin in both 2016 and 2020, Trump expressed confidence in his ability to secure a victory in a recent interview. He emphasized his strong support in the state, particularly in the Republican-leaning Cape May County, and his plans to hold a major rally in the area. While Trump’s prediction has been met with skepticism from Democrats, he remains optimistic about his chances of flipping the state and expanding his electoral map.
A shocking video obtained during the trial of New Jersey dad Christopher Gregor shows him carrying his six-year-old son Corey Micciolo’s battered body into the hospital shortly before the child’s death. Gregor is now standing trial for murder after allegedly forcing Micciolo to run on a treadmill as punishment for being ‘too fat.’ The child died as a result of blunt force injuries, including lacerations to his heart and liver, and internal bleeding. According to medical testimony, Micciolo was unresponsive and struggling to breathe when Gregor brought him into the hospital, and he suffered a seizure during a CT scan. Gregor initially faced child neglect charges but was later charged with homicide after a forensic pathologist determined that Micciolo’s death was a homicide due to chronic abuse and acute injuries.
A New Jersey father is on trial for allegedly murdering his 6-year-old son by forcing him to run on a treadmill at an excessive speed and inclination. The incident was captured on CCTV video, which was shown in court during the trial. The video shows the father biting the boy’s head while forcing him to run on the treadmill. The boy eventually fell off the machine several times but was forced back on by his father. The boy later died from blunt force injuries with cardiac and liver contusions. The incident has sparked outrage online, with many users expressing their anger and sadness over the child’s death.
