Police in Dover, New Hampshire are actively searching for an armed robber who held up Papa Jay’s Pizzeria at gunpoint on Wednesday night. According to police reports, the masked individual threatened an employee with a firearm while demanding cash and personal phones before fleeing the scene. In response to the traumatic incident, the pizza shop’s management expressed their relief that no one was physically harmed, emphasizing their commitment to supporting the shaken staff. As the investigation unfolds, police have already made one arrest in connection with the armed robbery, raising questions about whether the assailant has been apprehended or if…

I just kept trying to breathe. The big bull elk was trotting forward with his head down as he chased another bull down the side of the mountain. “He’ll stop,” I said to myself as I did my best to hold down the rising panic I felt fluttering in my chest. He was 350 yards away, and I tried not to look at his antlers as I followed him in the rifle scope. I just took a deep breath and tried to stay steady…I could get excited later.Finally, almost miraculously, the bull came to a stop on the edge of…

September’s gun sales numbers, as estimated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), were up 2 percent compared to the same month in 2024, a modest, but welcome, increase. October gun sales numbers dropped from the year before by a paltry 0.2 percent. That seemingly insignificant bump may be sending a hidden signal that what we’re seeing is a new normal in terms of firearm sales. Only time will tell, but there was a contentious Presidential election underway in 2024 when the figure was nearly identical. Firearm sales traditionally spike in the months before polls open. October usually reaps the…

00:00:00 Speaker 1: Big old nanny dough and so we’re sitting there and he’s like shoot him, thinking all right, we’re early enough that a buck might be coming after. She didn’t seem like anything was coming after, but we’ll give it some time. She came out probably thirty yards in front of us and looked straight into blind and he’s moving around and doing whatever. So of course she starts to stop, and I’ve made my mind up at that point. She made me mad enough that I shot her. Oh out here. The stakes are real. Effective preparation…

Many people regard gun owners as “hard to shop for,” and in some instances, that is completely fair. Arguably one of the most technical and nitpicky of hobbies, it’s easy to purchase something that might be useless for your loved one who enjoys spending time afield or on the firing line. From those in the know, here are a few great gift ideas that speak to a wide breadth of shooters, broken up into four handy budget tiers: Under $50 Wildlife Research Center Scents – $18.99 – $47.99If your giftee is a true hunter, then they likely view the holidays…

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Four teenagers, aged 14 to 16, are arrested for aggravated burglary at Strykers Shooting World in Las Cruces, where they allegedly breached the store using a stolen vehicle. Their charges also include larceny of firearms and conspiracy, as police continue to investigate the brazen robbery that occurred on November 22. The suspects reportedly used a stolen red Kia Forte to smash through a gate and escape in another stolen car, eluding police initially. Authorities recovered several stolen firearms during a subsequent search, showcasing the severity of the crime and the rapid response coordination among local and federal law enforcement agencies.…

JWR’s Introductory Note: This is an update to an article that I wrote for SurvivalBlog in March, 2007. It is part of a series of SurvivalBlog 20th Anniversary update re-posts, in recognition of the fact that the majority of readers did not join us until recent years. — A series of letters and posts on honeybee Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) in 2007 prompted several readers to send comments and questions about storing and using honey, which are summarized below. For some of my responses, I relied heavily on these references: The Golden Blossom Honey FAQ A Mayo Clinic web page…

In response to a string of recent shootings, New Haven police are ramping up patrols as the city prepares for increased holiday crowds leading up to and following Thanksgiving. City leaders are prioritizing public safety during this festive yet busy period, signaling a proactive approach to community security. In particular, local officials are concerned about ensuring safety amidst anticipated gatherings, particularly after recent tragic incidents that have shocked the community. By implementing these increased measures, authorities hope to deter further violence and reassure residents and visitors alike during a time typically marked by celebration. Read full story at www.yahoo.com Read…

Happy Thanksgiving!  From the SurvivalBlog family to yours, we wish you a happy Thanksgiving. Despite the crises in this world and the many mounting pressures, we give thanks to our LORD that you are still here, you are still prepping, and that He will never forsake us. Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789 By the President of the United States of America, a Proclamation: “Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor– and whereas both Houses of…