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
AmeriGas Recalls Certain Propane Tanks Sold Due to Defect
490 canisters made it to retail outlets with a tank/cylinder valve assembly that could leak.
All Christmas Tree Shops to Close, Including New Hampshire and Maine Stores
As part of the bankruptcy filing, Handil received a $45 million loan in order to maintain normal business operations during the process, but failed to make a payment.
Tractor Trailers Crash, Catch Fire on Maine Turnpike
A last minute decision to exit the highway led to a truck going into the median and being struck by a second tractor trailer sparking both to catch fire.
Threat Closes Maine BMV Branch Offices to Walk-In Customers
Branch offices will only be open for previously-scheduled appointments for the rest of Tuesday.
Maine State Police: Active Shooting Reports Across Maine Are Fake
Maine State Police said they are investigating reports of active shootings at schools around the state, but believe all to be false.
First Juvenile Monkeypox Case Reported in Maine, Third Case Nationwide
The federal CDC reported 3 cases of monkeypox in Maine, 15 in New Hampshire, and 202 in Massachusetts as of Thursday.
Celtics Great Bill Russell Dies at Age 88
Bill Russell led the Celtics to 11 NBA championships and earned 5 MVP awards. The award was eventually renamed in his honor.
Fun and History Come Together at Dover 400 Family Fun Day
The volunteer group has started planning for the biggest celebration in 2023 with a parade, fireworks and more.
Water Accumulation Sinks Boat in Salmon Falls River in South Berwick, Maine
The boat's owners did not drain the boat which was filled with water from recent rain.
Sanford, Maine Man Was ‘Good Samaritan’ Who Stopped to Help Cat
The cat was lying in the middle of Portland Avenue on Monday night when Michal Wing stopped to help.