Dan Alexander

Ever since he was a precocious 5 year old who read the Bergen Record and then published his own neighborhood newspaper, Dan Alexander has always had an interest in the news. Alexander says he learns something new on this job everyday and that's what keeps it interesting. Alexander has been with New Jersey 101.5 for the past 10 years on the digital team writing news and working behind the scenes on a variety of projects.

Iconic — and priceless — NJ diner is now closed and for sale

The owner of the iconic Bendix Diner has thrown in the kitchen towel and put the eatery on the market because of major equipment issues.

NJ schools in Eagles territory change their schedule for the Super Bowl

Kickoff for the Eagles-Chiefs clash in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 9 is 6:30 p.m. but typically ends around 10 p.m. on a school night.

NJ school closings & delayed openings for snow — Monday, Jan. 6

The storm looks to be a "South Jersey Special" with the most snow accumulating farther to the south according to NJ 101.5 Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow.

Why do NJ towns have a teen curfew on Halloween?

The curfews make exceptions for jobs, religious activities and medical emergencies that may arise on Halloween and Mischief Night.

‘Stay out and stay alive’ — September warning for NJ beaches

The water has been rough all week at the Jersey Shore thanks to a coastal storm system that brought very little rain to New Jersey but is still spinning just to the east, according to NJ 101.5 Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow.

NJ wildfire burns near 2 schools in Ocean County

Firefighters in Ocean County had difficulty getting a handle on the fire early because of its “erratic behavior,” according to the state Forest Fire Service.

Terrorism? NJ church on lockdown after activity alarmed public

Callers told Stafford police the man was wearing an orange flannel shirt under a bulletproof vest in the area of the Doc Cramer sports complex and Saint Mary’s Parish Center.

NJ school closings, early dismissals for snow — Friday, Jan. 19

New Jersey 101.5 Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow says the primary window of impact for the storm is mid-morning through early evening when light to moderate snow will fall steadily across the state.

NJ school closings, delayed openings for snow — Tuesday, Jan. 16

New Jersey 101.5 Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow is not calling this a major winter storm but rather a "little" hit of snow that will impact most of the state.

NJ schools have early dismissals for heavy rain — Tuesday, Jan. 9

NJ 101.5 Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow remains concerned about the high impact storm which will start with bands of heavy rain in the afternoon that will become heavier and steadier.