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New Jersey sees early and active West Nile virus season, health officials warn
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — At least two people in New Jersey tested positive for West Nile virus this year, the New Jersey Department of Health announced on Thursday. Health officials are now warning of an early and active season. Officials said most cases of West Nile happen from mid-August to mid-September. Medical professionals told PIX11 News that there […]
It’s good to be a teenager in New Jersey
👦 WalletHub released its "Most At-Risk Youth States in 2024" 👧 They compared all 50 states and D.C. across 15 key metrics. Comparing all 50 states and Washington D.C. across 15 indicators of youth risk, the personal finance website, WalletHub has released its list of “States with the Most At-Risk Youth in 2024.”
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn Hosts Gen Z Meeting on Affordability, Addiction
CHESTER, N.J. – Student interns had the opportunity to discuss addiction in New Jersey, family unification and legislative solutions to the state’s affordability crisis at a roundtable hosted by Assemblywoman Aura Dunn at her office in Chester on Wednesday. “New Jersey needs a fresh perspective and that is exactly what these dynamic and engaging young people delivered. They deserve to have their voices heard and I am honored to provide that forum,” Dunn (R-Morris) said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Dunn invited her legislative interns and young people with Jersey 1st, a grassroots conservative advocacy...
Aftershocks from April’s earthquake shake NJ again
⭕Wednesday's earthquake was New Jersey's 181st aftershock since the initial April quake. ⭕Aftershocks can occur years after the initial quake. Seismic activity has fired up again in New Jersey, following the earthquake that rattled the state back in April. The U.S. Geological Survey reported a magnitude 2.2 earthquake centered east...
Why NJ Shore residents better stop complaining about crowds
It's the thick of the summer season at the Jersey Shore, and the crowds are everywhere. Weekdays? Weekends? It doesn't matter. They're here from Memorial Day through Labor Day and have no plans of going anywhere. For those who live at the Shore year-round, the summer season can be frustrating....
Spooky season starts August 1 in NJ with Spirit Halloween
If you’re over the crazy heat we’ve been experiencing this summer and are ready for the Fall vibe, you’ll love to hear that Halloween officially starts August 1 in New Jersey. Too soon? Not for me. I love the Fall season. It’s the perfect weather and I’m...
N.J. man indicted on murder charges in fatal Fourth of July crash
A New Jersey man accused of killing four people after driving into a crowd on the Lower East Side on the Fourth of July has been charged with murder, prosecutors said Thursday. Daniel Hyden, 44, of Monmouth Junction, was indicted on four counts of second-degree murder, one count of aggravated...
Helicopter makes emergency landing on Philadelphia pier after fuel issue
PHILADELPHIA - A helicopter made an emergency landing in South Philadelphia early Friday morning. It happened on Pier 82, near Columbus Boulevard and Snyder Avenue – next to the SS United States - around 3:30 a.m. The four-seat helicopter had to make a hard landing on the pier after...
Driver shot multiple times, killed in Fairhill
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Police are investigating a deadly shooting in the Fairhill section of the city Friday morning. The shooting happened on the 100 block of Cambria Street around 3:30 a.m. Police say a man driving a car was struck several times by gunfire. The driver managed to drive to...
Deli meats added to recall after outbreak kills 1 in NJ
⭕ 34 people have been sickened during the outbreak and a NJ resident killed. ⭕ The outbreak has been connected to sliced deli meats. A specific deli product is being recalled in connection with a listeria breakout that has claimed a life in New Jersey and seriously sickened three dozen in the state.
Indego brings back the single-ride pass in Philly
The single-ride pass is back. Long live the single-ride pass!. The City of Philadelphia today announced the return of riders being able to purchase a single ride for its bikeshare initiative, Indego. “We’ve heard from folks for a while that they want an affordable and accessible single-trip option,” said Nate...
Garden State themed Olympic events New Jerseyans want to see
A very fun question was posed on the New Jersey subreddit that got us on the NJ101.5 afternoon show intrigued. “If there was a New Jersey Olympic decathlon, what would the events be?”. For instance: the Jersey Slide competition. Competitors can be judged either on how many lanes they drive...
French bulldog that fell down cliff rescued by Port Authority unit in New Jersey
Port Authority officers jumped into action to rescue a French bulldog that had fallen down a cliff in Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey.The Emergency Service Unit received a call from the George Washington Bridge command on Tuesday just before 7 a.m.Within minutes, Officer Nicola spotted the dog named Klipse on the slope.He and his partner, Officer Kuchie, used a rope rescue system to rappel down the cliff. Using an animal snare and K9 harness, they safely brought Klipse back up the cliff.Klipse was unscathed after the incident.Nicola, who has been with the Port Authority for 10 years, had not...
GBCL awaits hearing in UPS appeal
The Greater Bustleton Civic League held a meeting to update members on the proposed UPS sorting facility planned for 1 Red Lion Road. Members listened to GBCL president Jack O’Hara and attorney Paul Toner, of Orphanides & Toner, who is handling the civic group’s appeal of zoning and building permits, issued by the city Department of Licenses and Inspections.
Friday’s Headlines Slim Down
The best way to make streets safer is to make them narrower, according to a Johns Hopkins study published last year (Route Fifty) Streetsblog covered it back then, too. (Streetsblog USA) Another study by the University of Iowa found that road diets had no effect on emergency vehicle response times (Ars Technica).
Philly police step up presence on Aramingo and Island avenues with hopes of reducing crashes
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia police are stepping up their presence in high-traffic areas to reduce traffic collisions and fatalities.They say they have seen an increase in accidents and fatalities since 2020 and they are trying to decrease it. Officers will be cracking down on aggressive driving, including speeding and disregarding traffic signals.Their traffic enforcement will focus on Aramingo Avenue between Somerset Street to Frankfort Creek and Island Avenue between Bartram and Woodland avenues. Police say so far this year, they have seen about 26,000 accidents and 61 crash-related deaths, a slight decrease from this time last year."And that's the point of...
Win Green Day Pit Tickets
MMR Rocks Green Day, The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and The Linda Lindas – Friday, August 9th at Citizens Bank Park!. Here’s your shot to win your way into the Pit! Listen 3 times each day on Monday 8/5, Tuesday 8/6 and Wednesday 8/7. We’ll announce a Green Day Keyword each time at 12noon, 4pm and 8pm. Enter the keyword each time on this contest page below. Each keyword is another chance for you to win the Pit Tickets.
Shapiro cancels Hamptons fundraising trip before Harris' VP pick
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro canceled a fundraising trip to the Hamptons this weekend amid speculation he could be Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate in the 2024 general election. "The Governor's trip was planned several weeks ago and included several fundraisers for his own campaign committee," Shapiro's spokesperson said on Thursday. "His schedule has changed and he is no longer traveling to the Hamptons this weekend."Shapiro is among six candidates who had calls with Harris' vetting team this week as the vice president searches for her running mate in the 2024 general election, CBS News reported. Shapiro is among...
1-800-Plumber +Air Opens First Location in Philadelphia and Eyes Further Expansion
Industry-leading plumbing and HVAC franchise, 1-800-Plumber +Air, is thrilled to announce its plans to further expand in Pennsylvania through franchising. With its first location recently opened in the Greater Philadelphia market, the brand is seeking aspiring entrepreneurs to bring its services to local communities such as Pittsburgh, Allentown, Harrisburg, and Lancaster. The new location in Philadelphia is located at 438 Industrial Drive, North Wales, PA.