Bear Attacks Scoutmaster / Most Miserable Towns / Shoppers Sickened At Department Store: This Week on Patch

Here’s a look at the top news that made headlines this week across the Patch network in New Jersey:

The 100 Most ‘Miserable’ Towns In N.J. - Is Your Town Here?

Roadsnacks.net has compiled a list of the most “miserable” N.J. towns based on crime, number of married couples and ‘sunny days,’ etc.

Bear Attacks, Traps Scoutmaster In Cave

The Boy Scout leader who encountered a bear at Split Rock Reservoir Sunday was held inside a cave for more than an hour after being bitten multiple times, officials said.

N.J. Department Store Evacuated After Shoppers Get Sick

A N.J. department store was evacuated Sunday night after an unknown substance began to make shoppers cough and vomit, police said.

Car Hits Pole Near N.J. Mall, Kills 1

The driver of a car who died when the car hit a utility pole on Route 9 in Freehold Township appeared to have suffered a medical episode before the crash, according to a report.

At Least One Killed In Early Morning N.J. Crash

Roads were shut down after an early morning N.J. crash killed at least one person.

Big Blaze Destroys N.J. Home; Family Was To Move In

A big fire destroyed a home that was under construction early Tuesday, allegedly just before a family was supposed to move in.

Middle School Aide Engaged in Sexual Acts With Former Student: Police

Jennifer Pasquarello, a Gloucester Township School District aide, allegedly engaged in sexual acts with a boy, beginning when he was 14.

Woman Writes ‘Loser,’ ‘Bum’ On Alimony Checks, Ex Sues Over Emotional Distress

Hopatcong man reportedly says his physical health is deteriorating from emotional stress caused by written words.

Investigation Offers New Revelations About Donald Trump’s 9-11 N.J. ‘Celebrations’ Claim

A new examination backs up Donald Trump’s claim that groups of Muslims cheered the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New Jersey.

40 Percent Off At ShopRite? Sorry, It’s A Fake

The coupon circulating on Facebook purports that the grocery chain is offering the deal for the holidays.

School Bus Crashes On N.J. Highway

A school bus crashed on Route 72 on Wednesday, police said.