I have been covering New Jersey news for more than 25 years, and have served as New Jersey 101.5’s lead investigative reporter since 2000. I've reported on a number of breaking news stories, including the 9/11 Terror Attacks, the Jersey based Anthrax Attack Investigation, the resignation of Governor Jim Mcgreevey, Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy as well as the terror bomb attack down the shore. I have covered the campaigns of Governors McGreevey Corzine, and Christie, as well as U.S. Senators Frank Lautenberg Bob Menendez and Cory booker. Additionally, I broke the story – in a series of reports – on New Jersey’s crumbling, dangerous bridges. I am proud to have received numerous awards for coverage of New Jersey stories, and been featured as an expert reporter on CNN’s Nancy Grace show, covering various topics including the Prom Mom Baby dumped in Trash segment.
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NJ homeowner associations not opening pools for fear of COVID lawsuits
The measure would stipulate homeowner associations in the Garden State could not be sued if somebody gets COVID and claims they caught the virus in the pool or clubhouse
Murphy won’t require the unemployed to prove they’re searching for work
Governor Murphy says employers can consider offering workers higher pay to solve the problem but acknowledges this will cause prices to rise
Dogs are helping calm some nervous NJ residents getting vaccinated
The RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery is providing emotional support staff and therapy dogs at the Edison vaccine mega site.
Jobs are in demand — NJ program offers ex-cons training, skills
The NJ Reentry Corp. is partnering with the Labor Department to give participants a second chance to rejoin society.
Free beer and ‘boots on the ground’ — NJ’s vaccination rush before summer
Murphy is stepping up efforts to convince New Jersey residents who have not been vaccinated to roll up their sleeves and get the shot.
NJ lifting limits but bars and restaurants say new rules still a problem
The head of the NJ Restaurant and Hospitality Association says 6 foot distance limits between tables need to be cut in half for many restaurants to be able to make a profit
NJ state troopers keep watch for Jersey Shore pandemic violations
As the weather warms up and more people get vaccinated, shore bars are reminded about capacity and social distance limits.
Just how bad was New Jersey wacked during 2020? A quick look at the damage
A new analysis finds a historic contraction, a big rebound and many small business closures as the pandemic dragged on
NJ greenlights summer camps — with safety measures in place
But the state Health Department issues a comprehensive list of rules and protocols to keep campers and staff safe from COVID
At NJ nursing homes ravaged by COVID, just half of workers are vaccinated
Jersey’s Health Commissioner says more education is needed because they may believe internet myths and vaccinating nursing home staff is essential
Small businesses across NJ getting vital COVID relief funding
The state Department of Community Affairs has several different programs to keep businesses afloat during the pandemic
Latest anti-Semitic incidents in NJ: ‘Zoom bombing’
However the Garden State still had the 2nd highest total of any state in the nation with 295