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Jersey Shore towns flood after torrential rain Sunday morning
OCEAN CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- Multiple South Jersey shore towns flooded after torrential rain overnight and early Sunday morning.A flash flood warning was issued for Cape May, Atlantic and Cumberland counties until 11:30 a.m. Sunday. According to meteorologist Andrew Kozak, thunderstorms dumped between 2-6 inches of rain along the shore overnight, and even more storms and severe weather are in the forecast for Sunday afternoon and evening.A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for the entire Delaware Valley, much of New Jersey and New Castle County, Delaware until 7 p.m., and the entire area is under an enhanced risk of severe...
NJ lawmakers introduce bills to crack down on unruly teens after chaotic incidents
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (CBS) — A group of New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a package of bills to crack down on crowds of unruly teens at public events.Twenty-three kids and adults have now been arrested after they caused chaos during Gloucester Township Day on June 1."They were committing violence on each other as well as officers and the general public," said Chief Dave Harkins of Gloucester Township Police.From Gloucester Township to the boardwalk and beaches at the Jersey Shore, groups of teens have been causing problems in recent weeks, and the group of lawmakers said they've had enough."This kind of...
Get a Cherry Hill holiday blast as fireworks return after 10-year hiatus.
A Fourth of July fireworks display next week in Cherry Hill will be particularly special: It will be the town's first in 10 years. "I knew people would be happy about it (but) the response from the public has exceeded my expectations," said Cherry Hill Mayor David Fleisher. The town's...
Rappers to perform free concert at record clearing, men's health clinic event in West Philly
An event this weekend will help people get their criminal records cleared while enjoying some fun with the family and an outdoor concert.Rappers Cassidy and Styles P will put on an electrifying performance - all for free.The Elevation Project, which focuses on re-entry for men, is hosting the Run it Back Clean Slate Record Clearing Clinic and Men's Health Fair in West Philly.Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity, or PLSE, will be offering free legal advice for people with a criminal record in Pennsylvania."We will have a closed off tent so you will go inside the tent and meet with the...
Independence Day festivities kick off in Philadelphia a few days early
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philly is kicking off the Independence Day festivities a few days early. Fireworks lit up the sky Saturday night on the Delaware River Waterfront."The weather is great, and I think this is like the perfect environment to kind of ring in the July 4th weekend," said Sheega Abraham, who was visiting Philly with her family from North Jersey.At Penn's Landing, families were also treated to a free patriotic concert by the United States Army Band."This is a beautiful atmosphere, it's a great place to be and I'm so glad this band came from Washington, D.C. to be...
Getting rid of rats in South Philly: Residents hope for solutions as officials see the problem
A rat infestation in South Philadelphia made headlines a few weeks ago. City leaders didn’t forget and were out in the neighborhood Friday to listen to residents to find a solution. Watts resident, BJ Barretta said, "You can see where the rats are chewing through the trash cans." Barretta...
The 18 Best, Must-Visit Waterfront Bars in South Jersey
We wanted to know about the waterfront bars you love for catching breezes, cool and warm, outdoor cocktails, and beautiful views. These are the 18 best waterfront bars in South Jersey locals and visitors flock to most. We’re all drawn to waterfront bars, especially during the summer months, like fireflies...
Popular Camden County park getting $2.5 million in improvements
PENNSAUKEN — A riverside playground in a Camden County park is getting $2.5 million in renovations. The upgrade is needed due to heavy use of the play area off North Park Drive in Cooper River Park, said county commissioner Jeff Nash. “This playground is in perpetual use, which is...
Before the internet, the Gay and Lesbian Switchboard of Philadelphia connected LGBTQ callers with safe spaces
In the 1970s, finding gay bars or doctors accepting of LGBTQ patients was risky business. Establishments geared toward an LGBTQ clientele often could not openly advertise, and asking around meant outing yourself to potentially hostile confidantes. But in the evenings, queer Philadelphians could turn to one resource: a confidential hotline that shared information and referrals.
Former Philadelphia labor union president sentenced to 4 years in embezzlement case
The former president of a Philadelphia labor union has been sentenced to four years in prison for his role in what federal prosecutors said was embezzlement of more than $600,000 of union funds.Brian Burrows, 64, of Mount Laurel, New Jersey, former president of Local 98 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, was also ordered Wednesday in federal court in Reading to forfeit almost $136,000 and to pay an amount of restitution to be determined later.Burrows and John "Johnny Doc" Dougherty, the union's longtime business manager, were convicted in December of conspiracy, embezzlement and other counts. Prosecutors said they used...
Apartment fire displaces dozens of residents, pets in Port Richmond
PORT RICHMOND - Dozens of people are out of their homes after a fire at a Port Richmond apartment complex. "As soon as I realized this was an emergency, we needed to evacuate, make sure everybody was safe," resident Marian Flood stated. Resident Em Olshefski remarked, "The fire department did...
South Jersey Air Force Vet Named NJ Adjutant General, 1st Black Woman Heading National Guard
Effective Monday, July 1, Colonel Yvonne L. Mays of Lumberton Township also would become the state's first black woman in the state's history to head up the New Jersey National Guard. The opening as acting head of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs comes after the departure...
Rabid raccoon confirmed in Waterford Township
(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that a raccoon removed from a Waterford Township yard has tested positive for rabies. On June 18, a Waterford Township resident observed a raccoon in their back...
Mosquito Spraying Throughout Camden County on Tuesday
Early Tuesday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County. Commissioner Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission, talked about being cognizant of standing water. “It’s important for homeowners to check their yard and get rid any standing water...
Neighbors unite with city officials to combat rat infestation in South Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — It's a story CBS News Philadelphia first told you about a month ago of a rat infestation problem affecting residents living in South Philadelphia."No other residential block would allow this," said BJ Barretta.Barretta is the neighbor who first told CBS News Philadelphia about the problem impacting residents on South Watts Street. Since we last spoke to Barretta, he said not much has changed."It's no way to live," he said.Barretta showed a photo of what he found under the hood of his car Thursday morning. He said it's a rat's nest and proof the rodents don't plan on moving...
Road work to close road in Gloucester Township
(Lindenwold, NJ) – Camden County will be working on Little Gloucester Road in Gloucester Township on Monday, July 1 to Wednesday July 3 and on Friday, July 5. There will be a partial road closure between Chews Landing and Blackwood-Clementon roads. “Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes...
This Epically Sweet Ice Cream Fest is a Must in Philadelphia This July!
Ready to beat the heat with some delicious scoops in Philly this summer?. Mark your calendar - The Reading Terminal Market Ice Cream Festival on Filbert is returning to Philadelphia on Saturday, July 13 from 12pm - 4pm!. The cool pay-as-you-go event will once again be held at 12th &...
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