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Prepare for dense fog in 8 N.J. counties until Tuesday morning
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 6:08 a.m. for dense fog until 10 a.m. for Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Burlington and Cumberland counties. "Patchy fog this morning is reducing visibilities to less than one mile at times. Be prepared for rapid...
N.J. man admits stabbing ex’s new boyfriend in fatal July 4 attack, cops say
A Cumberland County resident charged with stabbing a man to death on July 4 believed the victim was in a relationship with his ex-girlfriend, according to court documents. Selvin Omar Garcia-Ramirez, 21, of Bridgeton, is charged with murder and a weapons offense in the stabbing death of Edwin Lopez-Parra, 26, also of Bridgeton.
What's the trouble? Cumberland nixes new contract for authority director
BRIDGETON — Appeals from government insiders, as well as owners of major area businesses, were not enough to save a new contract for the head of the Cumberland County Improvement Authority. The county Board of Commissioners held a special meeting Friday specifically to veto a new contract approved at...
See all homes sold in Cumberland County, July 1 to July 7
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Cumberland County reported from July 1 to July 7. There were 15 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,620-square-foot home on Falcon Way in Vineland that sold for $285,000. Greenwich.
Partnership Battling Food Insecurity
BRIDGETON — Bethany Grace Community Church and the Church of the Resurrection of Cumberland County have formed a partnership to enhance and expand outreach ministries. This collaboration comes as part of the commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the community while optimizing the resources and impact. Bethany Grace...
Update: Heat advisory affecting 3 N.J. counties until Wednesday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 3:01 p.m. on Tuesday in effect until Wednesday at 8 p.m. for Salem, Cumberland and Atlantic counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 108 degrees." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," explains the weather...
NJ toll troll racked up more than $25K in unpaid fees — and now the Port Authority is after him
It’s time to pay the toll, troll. That’s the message that the Port Authority is sending to one New Jersey scofflaw, who racked up an impressive $25,000 in unpaid tolls over a four-year period, according to a new lawsuit filed in Manhattan Supreme Court this week. The suit claims that Cumberland County resident Jose Guzman owes them $25,407 in unpaid fees and administrative costs racked up while crossing into New York City between December 2015 and December 2019. On top of that, the Port Authority — which controls the Lincoln and Holland tunnels, Outerbridge Crossing and the George Washington, Goethals Bayonne bridges —...
Update: Heat index values up to 106 degrees foreseen until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 2:55 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated excessive heat warning in effect until 8 p.m. for Cumberland, Atlantic and Cape May counties. The weather service adds, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106 degrees." "Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat...
3 N.J. counties under a heat advisory until Saturday evening
A heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Friday at 3:31 p.m. in effect until Saturday at 8 p.m. for Cumberland, Atlantic and Cape May counties. "Heat index values up to 105 degrees," comments the weather service. "Very warm and humid conditions tonight will offer little relief from the heat."
Heat Advisory in Effect Until Saturday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Sea Isle City and other parts of South Jersey until 8 p.m. Saturday. Heat index values are expected to soar up to 105 degrees in Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties. Very warm and humid conditions Friday night will offer...
10 most expensive homes sold in Cumberland County, June 24-30
A house in Vineland that sold for $450,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Cumberland County in the past week. In total, 22 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $242,901. The average price per square foot was $136.
N.J. man charged with murder after fatal stabbing
A Bridgeton man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a man to death early in the morning on July 4, Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office said. Selvin Omar Garcia-Ramirez, 21, of W. Commerce St., is charged with murder and a weapons offense signed by Bridgeton Detective Sergio Ruiz, according to the prosecutor’s office.
What $400,000 or less gets you in Cumberland County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Cumberland County, here’s what sold for or under $400,000 between June 24 and June 30. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10 properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
South Jersey driver charged in fiery Route 1 crash that killed 3 people
A man from Cumberland County was charged with manslaughter and vehicular homicide by the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office after a fiery crash on Route 1 in April that killed three people in a van, authorities said. Joseph Vega, 43, of Bridgeton was charged with three counts of first-degree aggravated...
Making an IMPACT
BRENDA SMANIOTTO from Inspira, left, recently spoke to Tri-County Rotary members about the IMPACT Program. It offers a Parent Linking Program, which supports teen parents attending Vineland High Schools; school based youth services programs in Millville and Vineland; and three Family Success Centers. IMPACT also provides early intervention services to children in Cumberland, Gloucester and Atlantic counties as part of a New Jersey Department of Health program. Smaniotto is shown here with Tri-County Rotary President Mary Gruccio.
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