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Garden State Parkway backed up for 15 miles after portion buckles in New Jersey
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New Jersey counties explore new strategies for roadway safety as fatalities rise
NEW JERSEY (WPVI) — Various counties across New Jersey are exploring new strategies to make highways and roadways safer during the busy summer season. This comes after multiple fatalities have been reported on roads in the area. “Every one of these tragedies could be avoided,” said Lt. James Rosiello...
Burlington County seeks $6 million grant for new trail connecting Smithville Park to Pemberton Rail Trail
The Burlington County Commissioners unanimously voted last week to apply for a $6 million state grant to fund the design and construction of a new 4-mile trail that would link Smithville Park with the Pemberton Rail Trail. The proposed Smithville Park to Pemberton Rail Trail Connector would traverse parts of Eastampton, Pemberton Township and Pemberton Borough, becoming part of the envisioned 30-mile Rancocas Creek Greenway Trail.
What $300,000 can buy you in Burlington County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Burlington County, here’s what sold for or under $300,000 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.
Mt. Laurel Police Dept. Honored for Work With Individuals Struggling With Addiction
EASTAMPTON, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) and one of its officers were honored last week for their work in assisting individuals with addiction recovery. The MLPD and Lieutenant Jeffrey Palladino received awards at the 2024 Burlington County Prosecutor's Office's (BCPO) 2nd Annual Law Enforcement Deflection Recognition Breakfast, held on June 27 at Historic Smithville Park in Eastampton. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event highlights the effort and collaboration among law enforcement, recovery coaches and other groups and agencies to help people struggling with addiction and provide them access to reliable and effective...
Lenape names Megan Roeloffs as new field hockey coach
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New Jersey domestic workers’ rights law takes effect
The law, called the domestic workers’ bill of rights, extends workplace protections to housekeepers, in-home child care providers, cleaners, gardeners, and more. The post New Jersey domestic workers’ rights law takes effect appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
Veolia Issues Annual Water Quality Reports
TOMS RIVER – Veolia New Jersey reported today that its water meets or surpasses all safe drinking water standards. The latest annual Consumer Confidence Report details the results of 63,997 water quality tests conducted on 243 substances in 2023. Jim Mastrokalos, Senior Director of Operations of Veolia New Jersey,...
Bridge Tolls From New Jersey to PA Could Go Up 20%
When you think of how expensive everything else has gotten, it's somewhat amazing that the four bridges drivers use to cross from New Jersey to Pennsylvania haven't increased in price in 13 years. That may be about to change. DRPA Considers a 20% Toll Hike on Bridges Crossing the Delaware.
NJ Parents Urged To Steer Clear Of Water-Colored Swimsuits
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Shell recycling program aims to bolster NJ’s oyster beds
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New Jersey businesses gear up for 4th of July Fireworks on the Hudson River
EDGEWATER, N.J. - The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks is returning to the Hudson River this year. New Yorkers on Manhattan's West Side are excited for the change in location. For the past 11 years, the spectacle has been held on the East River. It is expected to make for big business on the New Jersey side of the river, too. "We plan on having a great event - a lot of people, great turnout, and a remarkable view down river," said Gregory Kane of Pier 115, which is on the water in Edgewater. The restaurant is hosting a big party Thursday to...
Five Jersey Shore beaches under fecal bacteria advisories on Tuesday, July 2
Five Jersey Shore beaches are under advisories for high levels of fecal bacterial on Tuesday, July 2, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Fecal bacteria, or enterococci, is common in the excrement and intestines of animals, and was found in high levels in water samples collected at each of the five beaches on July 1. The bacteria is used as an indicator species to signify the likelihood that other illness-causing microbes, viruses or parasites are present in water.
This Is New Jersey’s Mosquito Ranking
New Jersey doesn't often land in the top 10 in most categories on national studies, but when it comes to this particular mosquito category, we are among the top states. Here's the good news. This study, reported in World Population Review, is not about the actual number of mosquitoes in each state, and it's not about the state with the most mosquito bites either.
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