Barbie Dreamhouse Tour Arrives: 5 NJ Stories You Need To Read

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. A teen was charged after making a hoax bomb threat at a Hooters, officials said. The restaurant was forced to evacuate until a Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office bomb-sniffing K9 responded to the scene and gave the all-clear. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A celebrate chef is taking over a 116-year-old landmark dining destination in Somerset County. David Burke said The Bernards Inn is planning to re-open in the fall. The property will be Burke’s 9th restaurant in New Jersey and his 19th worldwide. (Read more on Patch.)

3. A private investigator has been charged with driving while intoxicated and handgun offenses after crashing his car earlier this month. Officials said the man failed to notify police officers about his concealed firearm when they pulled him over. (Read more on Patch.)

4. A fire displaced a family in Ocean County on Sunday night, said officials. The blaze started around 11 p.m., and destroyed the Lakewood home. The local American Red Cross is assisting the seven family members. (Read more on Patch.)

5. "Hi, Barbie!" Three New Jersey cities will host the traveling "Barbie Dreamhouse Living Tour" this fall. The truck carries several exclusive, Barbie-themed merchandise, including clothing, accessories and Barbie & Ken nail polish sets.(Read more on Patch.)