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New Jersey “Barbie Dreamhouse” Goes Viral on TikTok
A home in New Jersey, dubbed the "Barbie Dreamhouse," has gone viral on TikTok for its pink-themed interior. A home in New Jersey, dubbed the “Barbie Dreamhouse,” has gone viral on TikTok for its pink-themed interior, writes Katherine Cressman for the Bucks County Courier Times. Listed on Zillow...
New information hub for New Jerseyans with disabilities
Interview: Sarah Adelman, commissioner, Department of Human Services. The New Jersey Department of Human Services has launched the Disability Information Hub, a website that brings together resources from across state government. Its purpose is to be a centralized resource for New Jersey residents with disabilities and their families, caregivers and advocates.
Former frat leaders plead guilty to hazing that led to NJ student’s death
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Two former Penn State Beta Theta Pi leaders are in trouble with the law because of their roles in hazing in 2017 that led to the death of a New Jersey student. Brendan Young, the fraternity president at the time, and Daniel Casey, the pledge...
Fulton Bank closing at least 9 branches in Southern New Jersey
Published reports say Fulton Bank will be closing at least nine branches across South Jersey over the coming weeks but customers likely won't have to travel too far for access to their money. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the closures come after Fulton took over Republic Bank, which failed...
Southern-style fried chicken place plans to open 13 spots in NJ
🍗 A fried chicken franchise plans to expand its operations in New Jersey. 🍗 The plan is open 13 locations across Monmouth and Ocean counties. 🍗They specialize in fried and grilled chicken sandwiches. A famous fried chicken franchise based in Colorado since 2018, has plans to expand...
Police shoot woman in crisis to death at NJ apartment, officials say
FORT LEE — Authorities are investigating an early morning fatal police shooting in North Jersey. Police were called around 1:30 a.m. Sunday to The Pinnacle apartment complex on Main Street, according to the Attorney General's Office. The man who called 911 said to the dispatcher that his sister was...
Researchers, Rowan students working to identify remains found at Revolutionary War battle site in NJ
NATIONAL PARK, N.J. (CBS) — Two years after historic human remains were unearthed at Red Bank Battlefield, we're seeing a glimpse of what the soldiers may have looked like.The remains date back to the Revolutionary War, and researchers are continuing their work to learn who they were."I love history, and if you love history, you should love your own history and your local history," Bob Gilliam said.Red Bank Battlefield Park has always held a special place in Gilliam's heart. He has been coming to the park since he was a child, posed for pictures under the trees on his wedding...
Broken wind turbine blade ‘crisis’ fuels NJ beach disaster fears
LONG BEACH — A New Jersey anti-wind group is demanding the state stop giving the green light to new offshore wind projects as pieces of fiberglass continue to wash up on the beaches of Nantucket. The renewed calls for a moratorium on awards from the state Board of Public...
New Jersey gymnast wins Olympic gold with Team USA in Paris
NEW YORK -- As Team USA and Simone Biles celebrate their Olympic gymnastics comeback, one New Jersey town is over the moon for its new gold medalist.Hezly Rivera is making her Olympics debut this year in Paris at 16 years old. She competed in Sunday's qualifying rounds in the uneven bars and balance beam, helping Team USA secure its spot in the team finals.While she didn't participate in Tuesday's competition, she still accepted a gold medal alongside her teammates.She posted on Instagram after the win, saying in part, "OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST [emojis] couldn't be more thankful and super proud of this...
Mantua’s Patriot Day honors lives lost on 9/11
The township will host Gloucester County’s annual Patriot Day Ceremony at Chestnut Branch Park next month to honor those who died on 9/11. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m., around the time the first plane hijacked by terrorists hit the World Trade Center’s north tower that day. The Wednesday, Sept. 11, ceremony will take place at the park’s Place of Remembrance, which honors the 2,977 lives lost in New York City, at the Pentagon and in a Pennsylvania field during the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history.
Arrest Made for Contractor Fraud – Are you a victim?
WASHINGTON TWP. — On July 23, Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes and Insurance Fraud Units, Washington Township Police Department, and Mantua Township Police Department arrested 32-year-old Christopher Fuscellaro of Mantua Township without incident outside his residence on Timbercrest Drive as the result of an eight month-long investigation.
East Greenwich LL wins district championship
East Greenwich Little League has won the District 15 Championship beating Harrison Little League 2-1 in 6 innings in the district final. The team was 4-0 in district play. The EGLL team is now headed to the Sectional 4 tournament. Pictured here are players Dante Antonelli, Cooper Chambers, Sebastian Chaplick, Josh Drisoll, Charlie Ferreira, Will Green, Kayson Henry, Zach Kenderdine, Dylan Leshik, Brian McCloskey, Hunter Palazzo, Bobby Stanfill, Mason Trotter and Manager Mike Chambers and Coaches Mike Trotter and Mike Ferreira.
Buju, The ‘Sassy’ Cheetah at Cape May Zoo Has Died
Buju, a longtime favorite at Cape May Zoo has died. The 12-year-old cheetah passed away from kidney disease. The Cape May Zoo announced his passing Monday morning on Facebook, saying that Buju passed away due to kidney disease. Cheetahs in the wild typically live 8-12 years and up to 20 years in managed care.
August 2024 County Library Programs and Events
For more information or to register, visit our website at www.gcls.org. Baby Storytime: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers, babies, and their adults enjoy songs, rhymes, movement, and stories as we build developmentally appropriate early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Best for ages 0 to 2. Please register. Storytime: Mondays and...
Cheega Funeral Home celebrating 50 years of excellence
SWEDESBORO – Dennis Cheega, owner of Cheega Funeral Home in Swedesboro is now celebrating his 50th anniversary of caring service in the community. Cheega is the fifth owner of the funeral home located in the center of Swedesboro on Kings Highway. Cheega grew up in the Keasby and Perth...
D&R Greenway offers kayak tours of Blacks Creek
D&R Greenway Land Trust is planning to host kayaking tours of Blacks Creek, a tributary of the Delaware River, through September. Guides lead kayakers along the waterway while they teach about local ecosystems and wildlife. Groups will launch the kayaks, provided for paddlers along with safety equipment, from Bordentown Beach.