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Man charged with attempted homicide in Franklin Twp., NJ
A man in Gloucester County has been charged with attempted homicide after he allegedly fired a gun at a woman. Authorities in Franklin Township say they were called to the 1500 block of Weymouth Road around 4:30 early Saturday morning after they received a 9-1-1 call about a shooting. Police...
Update: Heat index values up to 105 degrees anticipated until Wednesday evening
An updated excessive heat warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:02 a.m. in effect until 8 p.m. for Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden, Burlington and Ocean counties. The weather service comments, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 degrees." "Heat related...
Mantua Calendar from July 24 to July 31
Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Thursday July 25 to Sunday July 28: Gloucester County 4-H Fair at the Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Saturday July 27: Convenience Center Drop...
See all homes sold in Gloucester County, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Gloucester County reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 99 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,136-square-foot home on Meeting House Lane in Blackwood that sold for $321,100.
Air quality alert affecting 3 N.J. counties Monday
An air quality alert was issued in effect until Monday at midnight for Gloucester, Camden and Burlington counties. "The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Sunday for Southwestern New Jersey," according to the National Weather Service. Air quality alerts: Recommendations from NWS.
Bad prognosis kicks off this N.J. bypass surgery | Editorial
It might be the right solution for a vehicles vs. pedestrians problem that has plagued Gloucester County for decades, but, boy, did it ever get off on the wrong foot with people who live nearby. A so-called “presentation” meeting last week about plans to alleviate the way that U.S. Route...
Singing its praises: Pine Barons Chorus celebrates 75th year
Every Monday night, 30 to 40 men from Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties get together to sing – a capella – as they practice for local holiday shows, barbershop quartet tournaments and other annual events. They are members of the Pine Barons Chorus, which celebrates it 75th diamond...
Shocking, scary rabies information everyone in NJ should know
Sometimes you go down a bit of a rabbit hole and start looking things up about a subject that makes news. Sometimes what you find is a thing you feel compelled to share. This is one of those times. Camden County has had a third raccoon test positive for rabies...
KPOT Korean BBQ Coming Soon to Deptford, New Jersey!
Great news if you're a Korean hot pot lover in Gloucester County!. Popular Korean hot pot chain, KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot is continuing its New Jersey expansion with a location in Deptford on the way!. According to the website, they'll be located at 1500 Almonesson Rd, in the...
Seen HIM? Suspect Caught On Video Breaking Into Vehicles In Gloucester Township: Police
The first vehicle was locked but he then successfully broke into three unlocked vehicles, Gloucester Township police said on Thursday, July 11. The incident captured on video happened off of Johnson Road, police said. While in each unlocked vehicle, the suspect allegedly placed his foot on the brake pedal and...
Update: 9 N.J. counties under a flood watch until Saturday afternoon
The National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch at 3:16 a.m. on Friday valid from 6 a.m. until Saturday 2 p.m. for Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Salem, Gloucester, Camden and Burlington counties. The weather service says, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Excessive runoff may...
Flood Watch Issued for Delaware, New Jersey, and Southeast Pennsylvania
The National Weather Service in Philadelphia has issued a Flood Watch effective from early this morning through tomorrow afternoon, cautioning residents about the potential for excessive rainfall that could cause flooding in parts of Delaware, New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania. According to their latest update, the areas under watch should be on alert for flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and locations prone to flooding, specifically naming counties such as New Castle, Camden, and Gloucester, among others in the region.
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