Ever since I was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper I've always had an interest in the news. I learn something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. I've been with NJ101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.
Dan Alexander
Here’s where to get a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination in NJ on April 21-23
Anyone who lives, works or studies in New Jersey over the age of 16 is eligible to receive the vaccine.
Hillsborough man killed by falling lawnmower
A cable holding the commercial mower in the air gave way as John Levinski was making repairs, police said.
Ocean City takes on teen bicycle gangs menacing the boardwalk
Teen bike gangs have become a bigger problem problem on the boardwalk with several arrests during the weekend.
Girl took box cutter into Lakewood school to threaten student, officials say
The school's metal detectors failed to pick up the aluminum box cutter on Tuesday morning, officials said.
Perth Amboy cops confiscate bicycles — over lack of license?
A video showing Perth Amboy police confiscating bicycles from a group of teens went viral on Tuesday.
Activists target Jersey City mayor for denouncing ‘f**** the pigs’ chant at rally
Anti-police protesters say Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop should be offended by more than a vulgar chant.
Union County claims vaccine-finding Twitter bot is helping too many white people
The creator of a Twitter account that finds COVID-19 vaccination appointments says it is still working despite Union County officials blocking it over concerns of racial parity.
‘Senseless dispute’ led to shooting of Newark toddler, cops say
The 1-year-old girl who was wounded while sitting in a vehicle had emergency surgery, family members said.
Police shut down Atco Dragway car show over crowd size
The owner of Atco Dragway said that online ticket sales for a car show were under capacity but two other events with tickets sold at the gate could have contributed to a bigger crowd.
Instagram page: Ocean City Beach Patrol preyed on teen girls year after year
The page appeared on Thursday and is filled with over 100 anonymous stories about men in their 30s taking advantage of 16-and-17year old female lifeguards.