Ever since he was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper, Dan Alexander has always had an interest in the news. Alexander says he learns something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. Alexander has been with New Jersey 101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.
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NJ town says no to flying the LGBT pride flag
Boonton's town council passed an ordinance in December that allowed groups to request permission to fly their organization's flag on the single pole at town hall along with the existing American and POW flags.
NJ Transit scolds impatient riders who jumped from train
NJ Transit spokesman Jim Smith said the impatient commuters created a “significant danger” because of the high voltage overhead wire involved.
Marlboro, NJ schools get another threat, start of classes delayed
For the second day in a row Marlboro police in a post on their Facebook page reported a threat received via email.
Police chief suspended without pay: More conflict in Toms River, NJ
Toms River police Lt. Gene Bachonski Little is on an unpaid suspension Tuesday and Wednesday but did not disclose a reason.
Two NJ school districts face bomb threats Thursday morning
The start of classes was delayed by two hours in Marlboro and then completely canceled while the Trenton public school administrative offices were evacuated.
This is my ‘f—ing territory’ — Woman shoots Montclair, NJ cop
As Montclair police officers approached the residence on Forest Street shots were fired striking an officer in the shoulder.
NJ house deemed unsafe to live after earthquake
Firefighters were sent to the two-story home on Maple Avenue in Berkeley Heights Saturday afternoon after cracks were reported in the basement wall.
Spirit Airlines to continue Atlantic City service despite cuts
Spirit Airlines plans to continue serving Atlantic City International Airport despite deferring new plane orders and closing the city's base crew.
NJ Transit approves massive increase to train and bus fares
The increase, NJ Transit's first since 2015, will take effect July 1 with an automatic 3% increase every year that will not require public hearings.
Why are the lights on New Jersey police vehicles a solid blue?
Many New Jersey police officers are putting the light bar atop their patrol vehicles on solid blue when they are driving and not necessarily responding to a call.
Residents outraged, scared to go to sleep: Toms River cops tackle home break-ins
Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little is holding a community meeting on Sunday to discuss the recent thefts and the department's plans to fight back at the crimes.
100+ dogs rescued in largest NJ dog-fighting bust
Bruce “Hollywood” Low, Jr., 44, of Milmay, who runs the Royal Bull Kennel dog breeding business was charged with using his construction business to launder money from the proceeds of illegal activity, according to Attorney General Matthew Platkin.