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False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

by Ignacia Vera

Hackensack police confirmed no injuries after a jewelry theft triggered a mall-wide lockdown on Tuesday. Photo: Andry Sasongko/Pexels A smash-and-grab robbery at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday created confusion after the sound of a shattered jewelry display case led to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire. Police later confirmed no shots were fired, but the alarm triggered a SWAT team deployment and mall-wide lockdown before officers determined it was…

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A woman with brown hair poses at night against a blue brick wall in Fayetteville, AR. Photo: Chase R. Smith/Pexels Craig and Laura Underwood, owners of Underwoods Fine Jewelers in Fayetteville, Arkansas, have donated 38 acres of land to the city to create Underwood Park, a new recreational space in an area that previously lacked public green areas. The donation directly addresses a long-standing gap in northwest Fayetteville where residents…

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New Make-A-Wish Center Opens in Knoxville

by Ignacia Vera

The location includes the Level Up Lounge, a area designed for teenagers to relax and discuss their wishes. JTV has helped open a new wish-planning space in Knoxville, Tennessee. The facility, known as The Wishing Place, is located on the JTV campus at 190 Hayfield Road. It serves as a new home for the local Make-A-Wish chapter, providing office space and hosting various events for families and donors. A Space…

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Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

Violent and deceptive tactics in jewellery store thefts are rising across Ontario...

Carolina Lopez • Oct 6, 2026 • Diamond Markets

Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

P hoto © Fernando Gregory | Dreamstime.com. A series of jewellery thefts across Ontario and Quebec has exposed how criminals quickly adjust their methods to exploit weaknesses in retail security. Four separate incidents, including armed robberies, distraction schemes, and...

coordinated attacks, demonstrate the varied tactics now used against stores in Hamilton, Sault Ste. Marie, Ottawa, and Rosemère. The most violent attack took place at Lime Ridge Mall in Hamilton on September 21, when two suspects wielded a steel pipe...

Major jewellery groups pull out of Sydney fair

Ferris wheel, christmas market, amusement park, fair, night, golden, red, christmas, ferris wheel, fair, christmas, christmas, christmas, christmas, christmas. Photo: mariya_m/Pixabay The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) and Platinum Guild International (PGI) have...

False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

A jewelry theft at Bloomingdale’s in New Jersey sparked a mall lockdown...

Ignacia Vera • Oct 2, 2026 • Vault Reports

False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

H ackensack police confirmed no injuries after a jewelry theft triggered a mall-wide lockdown on Tuesday. Photo: Andry Sasongko/Pexels A smash-and-grab robbery at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday created confusion after the sound of a shattered jewelry...

display case led to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire. Police later confirmed no shots were fired, but the alarm triggered a SWAT team deployment and mall-wide lockdown before officers determined it was not an active-shooter event. The suspect broke into...

Holiday Jewelry Packaging Enhances Gift Perceived Value

Holiday jewelry packaging boosts perceived value by turning gift presentation into a...

Ignacia Vera • Sep 30, 2026 • Auction Watch

Holiday Jewelry Packaging Enhances Gift Perceived Value

S JN Fall Packaging 2 Your Customer Is Buying A Gift. Make It Feel Like One. Photo: Deybson Mallony/Pexels Holiday jewelry packaging has become a decisive factor in how shoppers experience the gift-giving season. While most purchases during the...

year are self-directed, the festive period sees a surge in buyers selecting pieces for someone else, turning the final presentation into a core component of the overall purchase. Presentation Drives Perceived Value Retailers invest heavily in store design, lighting, and...

NYC Jewelry and Antique Show Returns This November

The NYC Jewelry and Antique Show returns November 19-22, 2026 at Metropolitan...

Francisca Fuentes • Sep 25, 2026 • Diamond Markets

NYC Jewelry and Antique Show Returns This November

C lose-up of a luxurious jewelry box with exquisite gold and jeweled accessories in an elegant display. Photo: Naresh Babu/Pexels The NYC Jewelry, Antique, & Object Show (NYCJAOS) returns for its Autumn edition from November 19 to 22, 2026,...

at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea. The four-day event features approximately 175 antique galleries, jewelry designers, and luxury object makers. Visitors can expect a diverse range of items, from period jewelry to contemporary creations. Show Details and Schedule Hosted by...