Dueling pirates arrested after calling police: Must-read stories from New Jersey

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! Today we’ve rounded up some of the most interesting stories to share from around the state, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. Police arrested five men they believe are part of rival package-theft crews after a man called 911 to alert officers about the rival group. (Read more on Patch.)

2. Several homes were evacuated after a gas line ruptured Wednesday in southern New Jersey. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Three men have been charged in a multimillion-dollar mortgage fraud scheme, and authorities said two of them are also accused of fraudulently obtaining $3 million from the COVID-19 economic relief package. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Traveling in the off-season is definitely more affordable than during peak summer season, and Airbnb says this Jersey Shore town offers the best savings. (Read more on Patch.)

5. “Cheers” and “Frasier” star Kelsey Grammer will be serving beers behind the bar a New Jersey This month, the restaurant promises to be an “unforgettable evening.” (Read more on Patch.)

Dueling porch pirates arrested after calling police: Must-read New Jersey stories originally appeared on Across New Jersey Patch