2 NJ Boys' Fatal Fall In Ice / Officer's Tragedy / Gun Shop Crash

Check out the top news that made headlines this week across the Patch network in New Jersey:

2 Teenage Boys Die After Falling Through Ice In New Jersey

Two New Jersey teens died after plunging into icy ponds in separate incidents this week. One victim's aunt made a plea about ice safety.>>>Read more here.

NJ Police Officer Fatally Shoots Himself After Matawan Crash: PD

The off-duty officer hit two parked cars before shooting himself, prosecutors said. The department paid tribute to the fallen officer.

Vehicle Crashes Into Gun Shop In Manahawkin: Police (UPDATE)

The crash caused a gas leak, according to authorities. A road was also closed.

Coronavirus: NJ Issues Update After Second US Case Announced

Health officials addressed the risk of the coronavirus appearing in the state after investigating one NJ patient who showed symptoms.

Priest At Summit Catholic Prep School On Leave Pending Probe

"The Archdiocese of Newark takes very seriously any and all credible complaints of sexual misconduct," said a spokeswoman.

NJ Gov. Murphy Signs 153 Bills Into Law, Including Major Vape Ban

UPDATE: NJ Gov. Phil Murphy signed 153 bills into law, including perhaps the nation's most stringent restrictions on vaping products.

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Releases $121M For 48 Things You May Need

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy had frozen $121 million for a bunch of towns and schools. He has now freed up the funds, and here's what you're getting.

Grandmother, Child Were Victims Of Fatal Edison Fire

The two people killed in the Edison house fire Wednesday are identified as a woman, 56, and her granddaughter, who she was babysitting.

Here Are The 33 Bills NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Rejected This Week

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy had a busy week, signing more than 150 bills into law. But he also took a major step by rejecting 33 others.

Bank Robbery Under Investigation In Toms River

Police say a man wearing heavy makeup and a blonde wig is being sought.