Here's the stories you'll be talking about on the New Jersey 101.5 Morning Show on Monday:

🔗 Boy killed in tragic South Jersey farm accident identified

A GoFundMe identifies Nino Constantino as the victim of a fatal tractor accident in Gloucester County. (Google Maps/GoFundMe)

⚠️ A 13-year-old boy died after he was pinned beneath an overturned tractor in Gloucester County.
➡️ First responders briefly restored the teen's heartbeat before he died at the hospital.
🔴 Prosecutors are investigating and police say criminal charges remain possible.

FRANKLIN (Gloucester) — A 13-year-old boy has died after an apparent tractor accident in South Jersey.

An adult male at the scene was also hurt. He was hospitalized for unspecified injuries.

So far, investigators have found that the teen was riding the tractor with the man when it flipped. The victim was fatally pinned. It appeared they were digging a hole on the property.

The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office is now involved in the investigation, police said. There's a chance that criminal charges could be filed, according to DeCesari. However, there's no word on who prosecutors would potentially charge or with what offenses.

A verified GoFundMe has identified the boy who died as Nino Constantino. It's unknown if there was any relation between Constantino and the man, who remains unidentified. So far, the fundraiser created by Jay Urban has received over $5,600 in donations.

"In the couple of years I've known Nino, he has held a special place in my heart with his enthusiasm and vibrance for life, always finding fun in the smallest of things," Urban said.

🔗 NJ parks director with past mafia ties admits to $1.5M scheme

The Hudson County Administration Building (Google Maps/Canva)

💰 A former Hudson County parks director admitted taking part in a multimillion-dollar bribery scheme.
➡️ Prosecutors said contractors secured more than $5 million in county work through cash and kickbacks.
⚠️ Russell Fallacara is the third and final defendant to plead guilty in the federal investigation.

NEWARK — A second disgraced Hudson County parks director has admitted to his role in a lucrative bribery scheme that involved heavy bags of cash.

Russell Fallacara, 59, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, federal prosecutors said Wednesday. The federal offense carries a maximum of 20 years in prison.

He was the last holdout to admit to the six-year conspiracy that began in 2019. Thomas DeLeo, who was parks director before Fallacara, and local business owner William Murray both pleaded guilty in March.

According to federal prosecutors, their scheme involved more than $1.5 million in bribes and kickbacks. Officials said DeLeo and Fallacara received most of the benefits, while unnamed associates got the rest.

Investigators found that Murray wanted his company, Murray Paving and Concrete, LLC, to get big contracts for Hudson County park projects. So, Murray gave bags of cash and free home renovations to Hudson County officials. His company was awarded more than $5 million in parks contracts, including paving, landscaping, and general contracting.

🔗 State workers hammered with massive spike in health insurance premiums

New Jersey public employees could see health insurance premiums jump again in 2027, continuing a years-long trend of steep increases. (Getty Images)

💰 Another double-digit hit: New Jersey public employees could see health insurance premiums jump again in 2027, continuing a years-long trend of steep increases.
🏛️ System under strain: Municipalities leaving the state health plan have shrunk the risk pool, driving costs even higher for the workers and towns that remain.
⚠️ Long-term fix still elusive: State leaders are pursuing cost-saving reforms, but acknowledge more significant structural changes are needed to stabilize the plan.

For thousands of New Jersey public employees, another painful health insurance increase could soon become reality.

State actuaries are recommending another year of double-digit premium increases for the State Health Benefits Program, continuing a pattern that has left public workers, local governments and taxpayers bracing for yet another financial hit. Under the proposal, premiums for active local government employees would rise an average of 17.3%, while active state workers would see a 15.1% increase. Some retirees face even steeper hikes.

The latest increases are not an isolated event. They come after several years of significant premium hikes as New Jersey's public employee health plans continue to struggle with rising medical costs, depleted reserves and a shrinking enrollment base.

Retired public employees are also feeling the squeeze. Under the proposed rates, many retirees enrolled in the State Health Benefits Program would face premium increases that exceed those for active employees, adding another financial burden for people living on fixed retirement incomes.

For many former teachers, police officers, firefighters and other career public servants, health insurance has become one of the fastest-growing expenses in retirement, eroding pension income that was expected to provide long-term financial security.

🔗 Thousands of NJ patients caught up in health data breach

🏥 Nearly 13,000 patients may have had sensitive personal and medical information exposed in a cybersecurity breach involving a New Jersey law firm.
🔒 The breach affected records connected to several major New Jersey health systems, prompting notifications and free identity protection for impacted patients.
⚠️ The incident is another reminder that healthcare remains a prime target for cybercriminals seeking valuable personal information.

For thousands of New Jersey patients, a visit to the doctor may have landed their personal information in the hands of cybercriminals.

Nearly 13,000 patients connected to several major New Jersey health systems are being notified after a cybersecurity breach at Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP, a law firm that provides legal services to healthcare providers throughout the state. According to public disclosures, the incident affected approximately 12,800 individuals.

Greenbaum said it discovered suspicious activity within its computer network and launched a forensic investigation. The firm determined an unauthorized party gained access to certain files containing protected health information belonging to patients of some of its healthcare clients.

The law firm said the information involved varies by individual but may include names, Social Security numbers, medical information, health insurance information and other personal data. There has been no public indication that all categories of information were exposed for every affected person.

🔗 Shibumi, Nesso and other NJ beach shades: What's allowed

🏖️ Beach canopy rules vary widely from one New Jersey shore town to the next.
➡️ Some beaches ban Shibumi-style shades and large pop-up cabanas during peak summer.
⚠️ Check local rules before you go, as violations can mean removal or fines.

While the tried-and-true, classic beach umbrella design is alive and well, entrepreneurs have been busy over the past few years.

The results of their labor and seed money can be seen on beaches up and down the East Coast — but many are restricted from peak season use in much of New Jersey.

Beach canopy and shade regulations are set by each municipality, so it’s even more challenging to keep track of.

Some communities have strict bans on any multi-post canopies or tents, largely to keep lifeguard sightlines clear along the waterline.

Other New Jersey beach towns allow shades or open-tent structures up to 10 feet by 10 feet, in specifically designated zones.

Click the link above to see if your new beach shade is allowed on your favorite NJ beach.

Damage from Severe Thunderstorms of Friday, July 3

A strong line of thunderstorms moved across New Jersey late in the afternoon of Friday, July 3 bringing down trees onto utility poles and knocking out power for thousands.

Gallery Credit: Dan Alexander