I am New Jersey 101.5's Afternoon News Anchor. I was formerly Senior Producer of Morning News and Special Programming here for four years, and Evening News Anchor for another three. I'm proud to be a member of our on-air and digital teams which have been honored with a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, and also by the New Jersey and Keystone chapters of the Society of Professional Journalists and the New Jersey Broadcasters Association. I got my start in radio at The College of New Jersey, on student-run WTSR-FM, and graduated from TCNJ in 2009. Before coming to 101.5, I did news and sports for WGHT-AM in Pompton Lakes and WYNY-FM in Milford, PA. In a previous life as a child actor, I appeared in the Broadway cast of "Beauty and the Beast" from 1994 to 1996. I live in Hunterdon County with my wife, Kristen.
Patrick Lavery
Homeowner equity up in 49 states in 2nd quarter — all except NJ
The Garden State is also on the wrong side of the ledger when it comes to seriously underwater mortgages, where property owners owe at least 25 percent more than a home's current estimated value.
Arrest quickly made in fatal Perth Amboy, NJ hit-and-run Sunday night
An investigation identified city resident Hansel Farrier-Romero as the driver of a white Dodge Charger that struck Rocco Chirichillo and then fled the area.
Public can weigh in on new proposed rules for NJ cannabis market
But the same dilemma still exists from before these new rules were presented: Those who garner licenses may not be able to do anything with them if they don't have the cash to move their plans forward.
Some of the most polluted and toxic sites in NJ now have new life
Nearly 60 Superfund sites in New Jersey have been remediated to the point where they are now home to everything from continued industrial operations to wildlife habitats.
Winfield Park, NJ man found guilty in 2021 Rahway throat-slashing
According to details disclosed at trial, Michael Johnston escalated a verbal confrontation outside Butch Kowal's Tavern in Rahway by pulling a knife on the victim, causing throat and wrist lacerations.
Bias incident during prayer investigated at Paterson, NJ mosque
The reported assault was in the area of Preakness Avenue and Hill Street, near where the Islamic Congregation of North Jersey is located.
Autism early intervention services lacking in NJ, Rutgers says
A study found slightly less than half of more than 4,000 8-year-olds in Essex, Hudson, Ocean, and Union counties received proper services, but that's far fewer than really needed them especially when they are federally mandated.
PSE&G tells NJ customers to be vigilant during ‘Summer of Scams’
If there is any uncertainty as to whether a person presenting themselves as a PSE&G worker is legitimate, either on the phone or in person, customers should call the phone number on their bill.
NJ animal shelters crowded this summer: why and what can be done?
A turn of events for the economy would help more owners be able to retain their pets rather than surrender them, especially as the price of pet food has not been immune to inflation.
Yet another pellet gun incident near Rutgers in New Brunswick, NJ
It is at least the sixth reported discharge of a pellet gun on the street since mid-March.
Nearly 200 NJ towns will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday
From its humble origins 38 years ago, the evening now has more of a block party or cookout feel and has become more interactive year after year, encouraging positive interactions with kids.
NJ takes too long to resolve public records complaints, report finds
Requests made by residents could range from records sought from state offices, to school districts, to utilities within individual municipalities.