Dan Alexander

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.

Iconic — and priceless — NJ diner is now closed and for sale

The owner of the iconic Bendix Diner has thrown in the kitchen towel and put the eatery on the market because of major equipment issues.

NJ food stamps wiped out: People finding their EBT cards with missing funds

The Lakewood Scoop was first to report that Lakewood police have been “inundated” with calls about EBT cards whose funds are missing. In some cases fraudulent purchases were made online using the stolen funds

How expensive are eggs now? We checked NJ supermarkets

Bird flu has forced farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, contributing (along with inflation) to the steep price of commercial eggs and resulting in some scantily stocked stores around the country.

Murphy’s office backtracks on daring ICE to raid his NJ mansion

Gov. Phil Murphy's office told New Jersey 101.5 that his comment was "misinterpreted" and no one was ever living at the governor's home in Middletown for any period of time.

NJ skaters mourn victims of Potomac River jet, chopper collision

The 2024-25 figure skating roster includes eight members whose hometown or training town is in New Jersey.

NJ cop and wife had sex on camera with kids in view, investigators say

A married couple of law enforcement professionals created adult videos in front of children, investigators said.

Deal reached to cap electricity rate in NJ, 12 other states

PJM agreed to a price cap suggested by Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro that the governors said will save consumers $21 billion over two years.

Thunderbirds to headline Power in the Pines Air Show in NJ

This year's theme is “Joint Warfighters: Honor. Inspire. Innovate." The weekend includes demonstrations with both heritage and modern aircraft plus on the ground, interactive displays and family activities.

NJ schools in Eagles territory change their schedule for the Super Bowl

Kickoff for the Eagles-Chiefs clash in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 9 is 6:30 p.m. but typically ends around 10 p.m. on a school night.

‘Beloved’ Maple Shade school district employee dies in accident

Maple Shade school district superintendent Beth Norcia in a statement on the district website said school will be canceled in the district on Wednesday to allow students and staff to grieve the loss of the "beloved" staff member.