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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 […]
Environment committees talk sea level rise in Toms River hearing
Environmental leaders testified on climate change and sea level rise in New Jersey during a joint hearing of the legislature’s environment committees Thursday morning. The hearing in Toms River allowed officials to highlight ongoing work to mitigate the effects of climate change in New Jersey, particularly along the coast. One rule at the center of the hearing would reform how developers build in coastal areas as the Jersey Shore faces a two-foot rise in sea level by 2050.
NJ Spotlight News: August 1, 2024
We bring you what’s relevant and important in New Jersey news and our insight. Watch as the NJ Spotlight News team breaks down today’s top stories. Evan Gershkovich, WSJ reporter, freed in Russia prisoner swap. Michael McFaul, former US ambassador to Russia, discusses deal involving NJ-born Gershkovich and...
NJ men accused of ripping off investors for $6.7M in fuel scheme
🔵 Middlesex County duo accused of scamming victims. 🔵 Men instead spent millions on vehicles, family, business debt. Two Middlesex County men have been indicted by a state grand jury for allegedly cheating investors out of about $6.7 million. Shahid Javed, of Old Bridge, and Wilfredo Topacio, of...
These Are the Most Wanted Felons in South Jersey
Atlantic County Sheriff Joe O'Donoghue asks for the public's help finding these fugitives in South Jersey. If you have any information about anyone featured in this story, you are asked to call the sheriff's office at (609) 909-7200 or call 9-1-1. All calls will be kept confidential. These subjects should...
New Peter Sarsgaard Movie Filmed At Paterson Art Factory, Across NJ Hits Theaters
"Coup!" starring Peter Sarsgaard opens in theatres throughout New Jersey, distributed by Greenwich Entertainment. The film is set on a seaside estate during World War I amidst the 1918 influenza epidemic as a journalist and his socialite wife take in a mysterious grifter, played by Sarsgaard, to be a private cook, according to a synopsis.
N.J. funeral home sued after woman says they didn't bury father's remains
GARWOOD, N.J. – A woman has filed a lawsuit against a New Jersey funeral home after she said she discovered the remains of her father were never buried."For 31 years, I assumed my father was buried at the cemetery"Debbie Uraga said it hurts to think her father's cremated remains sat inside John F. Pfleger Funeral Home in Middletown for 31 years."How did he rest in peace for 31 years if he's treated like nothing down in the basement?" she said.Uraga's father, George Jonas – a veteran, died in 1993.She lost her mother, sister and brother before her father's death. They're...
South Jersey Stepping Up To Raise Money For Family Who Lost Everything In House Fire
After a South Jersey family lost their home and possessions in a devastating fire, the local community is stepping up to raise money for them. On July 22nd, while Teddy and Courtney Bohn were out of town celebrating their anniversary and their children were staying at the Grandparent's house, the family's home in Rio Grande burned to the ground. According to reports, an electrical fire consumed the entire property on Edgewood Avenue and caved in the roof.
Cape May County, NJ Man Arrested For Illegal Weapons, Drugs
The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office arrested a Cape May Court House man on Monday for possession of several loaded assault-style weapons and suspected drug distribution. Cape May County Man Arrested For Ilegal Possession of Firearms. The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force concluded a...
Jersey Mike’s to Open New Location in Mays Landing, NJ
A popular national sub chain is coming to Atlantic County. The new sandwich chain is set to open six locations in the New Jersey. We now know where the first sub shop will go be in Atlantic County. Which National Sub Chain is Coming to Atlantic County?. Jersey Mike's, which...
Four Injured After Boat Runs Aground at South Jersey Park
Four Injured After Boat Runs Aground at South Jersey Park. According to authorities, the boat struck multiple trees and entered a swamp when it was on the South River in Atlantic County. According to Dorothy Volunteer Fire Company a boat ran aground at a park in South Jersey on Sunday,...
Community members fight to save Collingswood band, district says its hands are tied
When Collingswood's beloved band director of 20 years, Joe Lerch, died suddenly in April 2023, students attended his funeral in the morning and took to the competition field that same night. Now, members of the Panther Marching Band say it feels like they're experiencing another death. ...
Swedesboro-Woolwich Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events
There will be a Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 10 at DiBella Winery starting at 5 p.m. In addition to the tournament, there will be food trucks and live music plus fun kids’ activities. Grab your partner, ages 12 and up to play, and come show off your skills...
NJ Supreme Court changes its mind on court case involving Cherry Hill, Deptford
TRENTON — The state Supreme Court has reversed its decision to consider a lawsuit filed against three townships by a Cherry Hill-based activist group. The high court had decided at its July 6 conference to hear an appeal from Rise Against Hate, which sued to obtain subscriber lists for municipal newsletters in Cherry Hill, Deptford and Bridgewater, Somerset County. ...
Sagami is reopening on Aug. 1
COLLINGSWOOD — Sagami restaurant will reopen and continue on after the death of its family matriarch. The restaurant, part of the Collingswood community since 1974, recently posted an online note that it would be “closed for the foreseeable future due to the passing of co-owner Chizuko Fukuyoshi.” ...
It's International Big Mac Day! How to get a $2 Big Mac at McDonald's
It's time to celebrate the Big Mac! You know, two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, onions, pickles on a sesame seed bun. (Sorry, Gen Xers, for the earworm.) It's International Big Mac Day. ...
Coastal sports scene heats up with pickleball, 'FlingGolf' and, maybe, french fries
Given the low-key nature of political discourse these days, you may have missed the enactment of the FY24 Bond and Capital Improvements Act. Luckily for you, this column can rectify that omission. That Act established the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund and endowed it with a healthy chunk of, well, capital. In late June,...
This Olympic gold medalist got his start at Delaware's Newport Rowing Club
A Delaware native who first tried his sport at the Newport Rowing Club and on the Christina River is an Olympic gold medalist. Justin Best, 26, was part of the U.S. men's fours that rowed to first place on Thursday at Vaires-Sur-Marne Nautical Stadium in Paris. ...
Hydrogen-related businesses pay to network. Environmental justice advocates say those doors should be open to the public
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A few dozen people in business attire gathered over bagels and coffee at the SEPTA headquarters in Philadelphia on Tuesday, eager to promote and discuss the proposed Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub, or MACH2.
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