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New Jersey Parents Left Kids In The Car To Go Wine Tasting

Author Carl Craft
NJ parents left kids in the car to go wine tasting.

According to the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office a set of parents left their kids in the car to go wine tasting at a New Jersey winery. The charges were made on April 25th after the kids were observed alone in the winery parking lot back in February,

The incident happened at the Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, New Jersey. Four Sisters claims to be one of the state’s oldest wineries. The release from the prosecutor spelled it out clearly, the suspects left their kids in the car to go wine tasting. The children in question were just two and three years old.

The accused are John O’Mahoney and Radhika Vyas of Phillipsburg. Each were hit with cruelty and neglect charges, a crime of the fourth degree. If found guilty of the charges they both face 18 months in state prison. Of course, the prosecutors note that the pair are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Staff at the Four Sisters winery reported the incident after at least one of them witnessed the two toddlers in the couple’s vehicle. The staff decided that they should call 911 but the couple finished their wine tasting before the police arrived. The two and three year old children were left in the car for a total of 20 minutes. A description of the car and license plate led the police investigation to the couple’s residence. The police who arrived at the residence later that day observed the children to be unharmed. The incident occurred on Sunday, February 25th, 2024.

“The Warren County Prosecutors Office would like to remind everyone that it’s not acceptable for anyone to leave children in a car unattended and that doing so for even a short period of time can result in tragic consequences.”

Warren County Prosecutors Office via press release

When Carl is not working at the greatest rock radio station known to mankind; a station known around the globe; a station that has the best music, co-workers, advertisers and most importantly THE BEST F'N LISTENERS you may find me doing any one of the following: Riding or making mountain bike trails. playing with his kids. playing sand volleyball on 5th Ave, cooking amazing food, including on his sweet smoker grill, going to concerts, swimming in the ocean, going to amusement parks with his kids, and other stuff that rocks!

While we’re on the subject of, “parenting”, lets have a look at Robyn’s list of places to bring mom for mothers day.  Maybe avoid the winery this time…

Ocean County Restaurants For Mother’s Day Dining 2024

  • Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails - 3410 NJ-37, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Phone: (732) 270-1180

    Offering a specialty Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. Seatings available at: 11:30 am, 1:15pm & 3:00 pm. Adults $59 Kids Under 12 $28, Kids 6 & under free. Reservations Required.

     

  • Beacon 70 - 799 NJ-70, Brick Township, NJ 08723 - Phone: (848) 232-4235

    Their Sunday Brunch Buffet is legendary!  From 10am – 2pm, enjoy their chef inspired buffet, made to order omelettes, savory chicken, beef, pork and fish selections, pasta station, carving station, pastries, and so much more!

    It’s $30 per person, and $15 for kids 10 & under.  They also have an ala carte brunch menu, and fabulous specialty cocktails.

  • Ott's Good Earth Garden - 771 S Main St, West Creek, NJ 08092 - Phone (609) 597-8828

    This is lovely place to take mom. Chef Geoff Johnson is an incredibly talented chef. I spoke with him this morning and he has created a gorgeous Mother’s Day dinner menu for 2024.

    Brunch Seating is from 10am – 1pm & Dinner Seating is 2pm – 7pm

    Appetizer choices include: Blueberry Scallops, Falafel Pops with Minted Yogurt, Rock Shrimp Scampi Arancini and more.

    Entree options include: Rack of Lamb, Duck Breast & Confit of Duck Leg, Filet Mignon & Fried Oysters.

     

     

  • Margos International Cuisine - 953 Fischer Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Phone: (732) 506-4248

    In Bellecrest Plaza. Open from 11 am to 9 pm On Sunday. We specialize in traditional international cuisine in a casual elegant family atmosphere and serve American, Colombian, Italian, Mexican, and Costa Rican. Peruvian, and Creole.

  • Morningstar Cafe - 1001 Fischer Blvd Suite 5, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Located In Fischer Bay Plaza - Phone: (732) 232-0558

    Talk about a hidden gem, Morningstar Cafe is tucked in the corner of Fischer Bay Plaza between Hair Candy and Ken’s Hardware. You’ll love this place!

    Chef Alex and her crew will be serving an all-day Brunch Menu from 8am to 6pm. Call (732-232-0558 for reservations.

    Check out her menus:

    Ocean County Restaurants open for Mother's Day Dining

     

    Ocean County Restuarants open for Mother's Day Dining

     

  • Charlie's of Bay Head - : 72 Bridge Ave, Bay Head, NJ 08742 - Phone: (732) 295-1110

    A classy dining spot offering upscale seafood & American fare & a full bar, plus a waterside patio. Charlie’s has a lovely Sunday Brunch menu from 11am to 2:30 pm that includes, gourmet omelettes, creme brulee French toast, and unique pancakes, to herb crusted tuna salad, gourmet burgers, and seafood selections.

    Dinner is served 4:30 to 10:30 pm.

     

  • B2 Bistro + Bar - 1250 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Phone: (732) 797-2570

    Enjoy a Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Buffet from 10am – 6pm. Adults $55 – Kids 12 & under $27. The hot buffet includes all your breakfast favorites like an omelette station. scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage & waffles. Plus, Mussels Marinara, Orecchiette Bechamel with Ham & Peas, Penne Vodka, Mustard Crusted Salmon Red Pepper Cream, Scarpariello Chicken. 

    There’s a carving station and a dessert station.

  • Meemom's Brick - 56 Chambers Bridge Rd, Brick Township, NJ 08723 (Brick Plaza)

    Always serving Breakfast & Lunch. Open 7:30am to 3 pm. Call ahead to gauge the wait time.

  • The Office Restaurant & Lounge - 820 Main St, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Phone: (732) 349-0800

    Serving a Mother’s Day Brunch from 11am – 2pm. $36.99 per person. Kids 12 & under $16.99.

    Includes Omelette Bar, and all of your favorite breakfast foods like bacon and sausage, as well as a Carving Station, Chicken Francaise, Sliced Ribeye with Bernaise, seafood choices, sides, desserts, and more. The regular menu is also available.

     

     

     

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