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
NJ enlists residents in desperate war against spotted lanternfly
Everyone can help destroy the egg mass of the Spotted Lanternfly which stick to tree trunks and branches, plants, furniture, siding, decks, sheds, and windowsills.
Be on lookout for wanted sex offenders in South Jersey
The law requires individuals who have been convicted, convicted, adjudicated delinquent or found not guilty by reason of insanity for a sex offense to register with the state.
NJ closer than ever to banning cigarettes, vapes at drugstores
A bill banning the sale of the tobacco products and electronic smoking devices at pharmacies is headed for a vote by the state Senate.
CVS to offer COVID-19 vaccine at 27 pharmacies in NJ
The announcement comes as President Joe Biden’s administration announced Tuesday that it is freeing up more COVID-19 doses for states and beginning to distribute them to retail pharmacies next week.
Gunman opens fire at BMW on Garden State Parkway
Police did not disclose what may have led to the gunfire on Wednesday night.
Barnegat man admits killing passenger in drunken crash
Jeydon Lowe had a BAC of .12 when he lost control of his car in March while speeding, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer.
More from NJ charged in Trump riot: Monmouth cop, MMA fighter
One the arrested was also involved in protests against Gov. Phil Murphy's executive orders that kept gyms closed.
Shut up if you win $1.73B Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots, advisor says
Here's what financial advisor Lou Scatigna says to do if you win the lottery.
NJ cops do DNA test on poop left by defecating burglar
Police say a suspect left evidence ... behind.
UPDATE: ‘Willow’ the cat found after stolen Jeep recovered
WIllow was found not far from where the Jeep was recovered near the Home Depot in Newark
NJ coronavirus vaccines to be available for everyone over 65
Anyone who wants the coronavirus vaccine could receive it within the next 6-8 weeks after signing up on the state website, according to Gov. Phil Murphy.
Love triangle eyed as motive in shooting of Ocean County businessman
Donald Rutter has been on the run for a week after shooting Thomas Jarvis at his business in the belief he was having an affair with his wife, police said.