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Update: Severe thunderstorm warning previously issued will expire at midnight
The warning was for Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties. "The storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1 a.m. for southern New Jersey," states the National Weather Service.
What $150,000 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 $150,000 between July 8 and July 14. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top 10 properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Sika Breaks Ground on Northeast Mortar Plant in South Jersey
Sika, a leader in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry, has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art 250,000 sq. ft. mortar production plant in Upper Deerfield, which is expected to be in operation in late 2025.
Power outages impacting Delaware Valley, photos show storm damage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Delaware Valley is still feeling the effects of powerful, fast-moving storms that hit the region Tuesday afternoon and evening. Thousands of customers across Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware are dealing with power outages, and strong winds brought down large trees.The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey said on social media Tuesday night that it had received multiple reports of wind damage in eastern Pennsylvania and north and central New Jersey. "Radar data supports that several severe downbursts/macrobursts (straight-line wind) have occurred," the agency said around 9 p.m.In Philadelphia's Bustleton neighborhood, a large tree...
Are you registered to vote? Here's what you need to know ahead of Election Day
It's never to early to make sure you're registered to vote. Here's what you need to know ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election:. Register online at New Jersey’s election website. Register to vote by mail or in person at New Jersey’s election website. Voter registration deadlines. Online registration...
Heat wave ends with a bang: Steamy then stormy for NJ Wednesday
We're almost there, New Jersey! After almost two weeks of heat and humidity, ranging from uncomfortable to extreme, we have big changes on the way within the next 24 hours. Wednesday will be a little better than Tuesday, since we're not expecting widespread triple-digit temperatures this time around. But we are still in the heat "danger zone," with an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory continuing for most of the state. But only for one more day.
NJ school biology teacher loses job for violent hammer attack
TENAFLY — A former biology teacher is no longer allowed to teach in New Jersey after having his teaching certificate revoked. The state Board of Examiners revoked 38-year-old Christopher R. Icochea's teaching certificate for biology in a finalized decision in late June. According to the decision, Icochea backed into...
When NJ residents can expect their next ANCHOR rebate
💲 The process on a third year of ANCHOR payments is about to begin. 💲 ANCHOR benefits go to both homeowners and renters. 💲 You may not have to do anything in order to receive your next payment. The ANCHOR property tax relief program is part of...
NJ residents warned of online scams that target seniors
Madeline Bennett looked at her credit card statement not long ago and found two charges from a fashion store in the Midwest that she didn't make, prompting her to call her bank, close her account and get a new card. Bennett doesn't know how the scammers got the information they...
Warning for NJ residents: Arsenic seeping into home water supply
⚫ A preventive tool could be making a threat even more severe. ⚫ Homeowners are being advised to add a tool to their filtration system. New research out of Rutgers University is raising a big red flag for many New Jersey homeowners. Systems designed to keep arsenic out of a...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Wed 7/17
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING in effect until 8 p.m. for dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Catching up with longtime coach and AD Greg Butler, who stays connected to HS sports
Whenever Greg Butler bumps into someone from North Jersey, he receives the same puzzled response: “What the hell are you doing here?” Three years after retiring as the longtime athletic director at Demarest, Butler remains a presence on the New Jersey high school sports scene, especially on the diamond, where he is the NJSIAA...
NJ docs, nurses must take bias training to cut racial divide in maternal health
Doctors and nurses who provide care to expectant mothers and those who have just given birth will be required to take classes in bias training in an effort to help lower the higher rate of poor maternal health outcomes among women of color in New Jersey, under new rules published this week.
Thousands fewer NJ high schoolers apply for federal college aid
Applications to the problem-plagued FAFSA system are down nearly 10% this year. Kean University senior Kamilla Gell said it would not have been possible for her to attend Kean without financial aid she received through the federal financial aid system known as FAFSA. Now, she is helping high school juniors...
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