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AirJoule Plans Newark-Wilmington, Delaware, Operations
AirJoule, a joint venture between GE Vernova Inc. and Montana Technologies Corp., plans to establish operations in Newark, Delaware. The $15.3 million project is expected to create 60 jobs during the next five years. The company is leasing a 30,000 square foot site on Shea Way in Newark for its...
Atlantic County Police Training Center to Hold Alternate Route Testing
The Atlantic County Police Training Center will provide testing for those interested in participating in the next Alternate Route Basic Course for Police Officers program. The written test will be administered on Tuesday, September 10 at 6:00 PM at the Canale Training Center, 5033 English Creek Avenue, Egg Harbor Township.
Trooper admits to punching handcuffed woman in late-night incident
BRIDGETON — A state trooper has admitted he punched a woman in the face while she was handcuffed in a police vehicle, according to the state Attorney General's Office. The trooper — Nicolas J. Hogan, 28, of Gibbstown — held a metal flashlight in his hand while striking the victim during a 1:30...
Brandywine Valley SPCA offering $24 adoption special to celebrate Olympics
In lockstep with the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Brandywine Valley SPCA is launching a $24 adoption special for all adult animals at all Brandywine Valley SPCA campuses and adoption events. Anything you can do to promote this would be helpful! I have attached a flier and social square. If you need anything else, please let me know!
Construction begins on new park at old Rodney Reservoir site
Demolition at the former Rodney Street Reservoir in Wilmington is complete, green lighting a park project slated for completion next spring. More than 20 years after the reservoir closed to the public, construction on the new community park is underway. In 2022 the City announced plans to privately develop the...
Renegades use three-run ninth to defeat Blue Rocks
Wilmington, Del. (July 25, 2024) — The Hudson Valley Renegades used a three-run rally in the top of the ninth to earn a 5-2 win over the Wilmington Blue Rocks on Thursday night at Frawley Stadium. The win broke a four-game road losing streak for the Renegades. Kyle Carr...
Mantua neighborhood mobilizes over housing proposal
MANTUA TWP. — A proposed housing subdivision here appears set for an Aug. 20 public hearing, but with upset neighbors primed to turn out in opposition with their own attorney. Local builder Karen Salerno wants to create 13 single-family house lots at 120 Woodlawn Avenue, a property totaling about 7.16 acres. At present, that...
Green burial, a natural and eco-friendly way to celebrate a life
Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine uses no embalming fluid, hardwood caskets or concrete vaults. The moment visitors enter through the arched gates of Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine, they see what makes a “green cemetery” unique. The grounds are a natural Pinelands preserve with tall trees, shrubs and native plants....
New Jersey State Trooper Guilty of Aggravated Assault on Handcuffed Woman
TRENTON, NJ—A distressing case of police misconduct has culminated in the guilty plea of New Jersey State Police Trooper Nicolas J. Hogan, 28, from Gibbstown, New Jersey. The incident, which…
Popular Hamilton Mall store in Mays Landing, NJ, not closing but expanding
We have some good news to report about a popular store inside Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing. Norman's Hallmark, located down by Macy's, is not closing. In fact, they're getting ready to double down. This past Friday, word began to spread that a new sign for Norman's Hallmark had been...
Clinical Director for Special Olympics Delaware honored with health leadership award
WILMINGTON, Del. - Don Blackburn, the Clinical Director for the Opening Eyes program of Special Olympics Delaware has been awarded the 2024 Golisano Health Leadership Award. Blackburn has worked in his leadership position with Opening Eyes for more than 20 years, and his dedication to improving access to vision care for athletes has made significant impacts on the lives of numerous Special Olympics Athletes in Delaware, said the nonprofit.
Take a Hike, Enjoy Summer Fun at Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
The Two Mile Beach Unit, a hidden gem in Cape May County, has nature trails, a protected beach, and a visitor & nature center with a lot to offer. Located at 12001 Pacific Ave, Wildwood Crest, the center has displays, nature-related items for sale, and information. Open Wednesday to Monday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Witness describes fiery Black Horse Pike crash that killed 2 people, injured 7
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — When Chris Wilson came up to a car on fire from a four-car accident on the Black Horse Pike Friday night, he knew he had to help. Wilson, 46, of Vineland was headed to Rainbow Sushi in Ventnor with a friend when he noticed a silver Sentra about 70 yards away from his car. Two people were killed and seven others injured in the accident, police said.
2 killed, children injured in fiery crash near Jersey Shore, cops say
Two people were killed and seven others injured in a fiery head-on collision Friday night on the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township, local police said Saturday. Four vehicles were ultimately involved in the crash, and police reported a good Samaritan trying to assist victims was also injured. A...
Multivehicle crash leaves a pregnant woman and a 22-year-old dead and 7 people injured in South Jersey
Two people, one of them a pregnant woman, were killed and seven others were injured Friday night in a fiery multivehicle crash on the Black Horse Pike just outside of Atlantic City, police said. Just after 8:15 p.m. a 2017 silver Nissan Sentra traveling westbound on the Black Horse Pike,...
Lindenwold Police Officers Rescue Kitten from Car Engine Bay
LINDENWOLD, N.J. — While typically a job for firefighters, Lindenwold Police officers responded to an unusual call last month involving a stuck kitten. Officers Gallegos, Glassman, and Medina were dispatched…
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