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
Newark cop shot and killed his estranged wife in Jefferson, authorities say
Jefferson Police said the incident took place in the township's White Rock section and there was no danger to the public.
Police say SUV crash on Route 78 leaves 5 people hurt
Traffic was backed up in both directions Sunday, as two medical helicopters landed near the exit for Rt. 22.
Woman bites cop after speeding through Shore traffic, police say
After speeding out of Island Beach State Park on Saturday, the Pennsylvania woman headed for a bank, police said.
Lakewood Blueclaws fireworks show sparks fire after baseball game
No was injured in the fire behind the center field wall after the game, according to a team spokesman.
NJ Transit leaves weekend riders stranded amid canceled trains
On Saturday alone, 22 trains were canceled due to "engineer availability" according to the agency.
PNC Bank Arts Center will ‘make it up’ to fans who left delayed show
The venue acknowledged some fans were given incorrect information about the status of the rain delayed Florida Georgia Line concert.
‘Suspicious item’ evacuates JetBlue plane on Newark runway
A JetBlue plane was evacuated Saturday morning on the runway at Newark Liberty International Airport because of a "suspicious item."
Measles returns to Ocean County — medical office exposed July 10
The most recent outbreak was considered over as of May 16, according to the Department of Health.
NJ town’s 2nd tornado this year uproots and snaps trees in half
A National Weather Service survey team described it as a "brief and discontinuous" twister with maximum winds of 90 mph less than a mile from where a tornado struck a week ago.
Going to Philly? Scudder Falls Bridge tolls begin July 14
It will cost you to leave New Jersey via Route 295 starting Sunday.