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
Former Atlantic County, NJ Teacher Charged with Sexual Contact with Multiple Students
Pete Thompson taught TV & media production classes at the Atlantic County Instutite of Technology and was a former TV sports anchor.
Rutgers Drops Masking Mandate for Students in NJ
Rutgers University will no longer require masks to be worn in classrooms.
School Year Starts With Chaotic Gun Scare at NJ Elementary School
Students in Berkeley Township were sent to another school as a precaution after reports of an incident involving firearms and an injury.
After Pressure, NJ to End COVID-19 Mandate for Schools, State Workers
The mandates will end immediately for schools and child care facilities while the state worker testing mandate ends Sept. 1, according to a report.
Bullied even After death: Teen Charged with Terrorizing NJ Student’s Funeral
An online memorial service for Emily Murillo, of South Brunswick, was disrupted by someone who made threats and shouted insults.
Putin’s Name Covered on 9/11 Teardrop Monument in Bayonne, NJ
Bayonne mayor Jimmy Davis said the action is not directed at the people of Russia and the memorial itself is not being taken down.
Watch Your Mailbox: You’re Getting a ‘Gift’ from NJ E-ZPass
E-Z Pass transponders have a lifespan of up to 10 years.
Check your wristband for NJ’s Barefoot Country Music Festival
Wildwood police said some concert goers for the first day of the four day festival presented wristbands purchased through non-official sources that turned out to be fraudulent.
Retired NJ Cop with $115K Pension Charged with Stealing Time on Job
Officer Gregory Ingrum was charged with third-degree theft by deception and is no longer doing any work for the department.
‘Let’s Get Vaccinated!’ Camden, NJ Parade Encourages COVID-19 Shots
"I always say 'meet the people where they are' so bringing the vaccine and services to the community and meeting the residents where they are is crucial," Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen said.