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N.J. brewery owned by a female veteran has closed
New Jersey’s brewing community is again without another beer maker, with the recent closure of a business that’s believed to be among only a few woman-owned breweries in the state. Backward Flag Brewing Company, which was known as space devoting itself to helping veterans transition into post-military careers,...
Cooler states now forced to grapple with extreme heat fueled by climate change
NEW YORK — As temperatures soared into the 90s, the heat and humidity hit the concrete in Astoria, Queens, and bounced into the air. People moved along the scorched sidewalk slowly, their clothes drenched with sweat. Elianne Alvarado, 44, who was raised in New York City and has lived here for most of her life, […] The post Cooler states now forced to grapple with extreme heat fueled by climate change appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Killer convicted of N.J. teacher’s 1973 murder shouldn’t get parole, court rules
A man imprisoned for 50 years in the killing of a schoolteacher in 1973 will have to serve at least three more years behind bars before the state parole board considers his freedom. A state appeals court this week said the parole board was fair to deny parole to Fred...
NJ governor’s hometown left holding bill for $3.7M Biden fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN — The mayor says this township is on the hook for nearly $24,000 after providing extra protection Saturday night for President Joe Biden’s fundraising event at Gov. Phil Murphy’s home. Biden landed at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst late Saturday afternoon and flew Marine One to the...
Police find AK-47 during a traffic stop in Winslow, NJ
🚨 Winslow Township police found an AK-47 during a traffic stop. WINSLOW— A driver and two others were arrested after an AK47-style firearm was found in their vehicle during a traffic stop in the Camden County township Thursday afternoon. It was just after 1:30 p.m. on May 23...
Great White Shark Encounter Reported Off the Coast of Little Egg Harbor, NJ
A fisherman shark hunting off the coast of Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey got exactly what he'd reportedly hoped for: An encounter with a Great White. Ah, the Great White Shark. King of the World. Top of the Food Chain. I've often said I'd consider it a privilege to end...
Landmark New Jersey Restaurant Closing For The Summer
This steakhouse has been around for decades, 73 years to be exact, so the thought of it closing for good would be absolutely shocking!. Luckily, it's only closing for renovations, but patrons are hoping there won't be any major changes to this very popular restaurant in Camden County. They're concerned...
End of an Era as Villari’s Bar in Laurel Springs, NJ Closing After 26 Years
It's the end of an era for a popular bar in Camden County, New Jersey. Villari's By The Pike has just announced its closing for good. So, what's next for the space?. Goodness gracious, Villari's By The Pike. If you know, you know. I can't tell you how many times I closed THAT place when I was in my 20s. Tucked off Stone Road in Laurel Springs (a stone's throw from White Horse Pike), it was kind of like my 'secret' spot.
Camden County’s Homeward Bound animal shelter is at full capacity and urgently seeking adopters
Camden County’s Homeward Bound animal shelter is overflowing and offering a special adoption rate to help free up room to help more animals in need. Camden County Commissioner John Young said the shelter is hoping to place as many pets as it can this Fourth of July week. “To...
Residents in historic N.J. town start petition to save forest from housing development
Residents in a historic community in Gloucester County are pushing back against a housing developer’s plans to build homes on what activists describe as an environmentally sensitive forest. The area developers are eyeing is more than 7 acres of old-growth forest between the Mantua Heights and Cold Springs Forest...
Ocean County Man Wanted For Murder
OCEAN COUNTY – A Manchester man is currently wanted by police in connection with the brazen shooting death of a Seaside Heights woman in broad daylight last week. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Manchester Township Police Chief Antonio Ellis announced that 35-year-old Maxwell Johnston has been charged with Murder, in connection with the shooting death of 25-year-old Gabriella Caroleo, in Manchester Township on June 27, 2024.
NJ shore town enforcing huge fine for parents of uncooperative teens
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — This Ocean County borough is taking its 10 p.m. curfew seriously, starting now. Ahead of July 4, the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department is warning residents on Facebook that it'll be enforcing several ordinances regarding the "ongoing issue of unaccompanied juveniles in town." And it's...
Popular rock band to headline Camden Freedom Festival
Camden’s annual Freedom Festival and Fourth of July Festival Fireworks Spectacular is tonight, and if you need more reason to attend the event, a popular rock band from the 80s and 90s will be headlining the concert. Gin Blossoms which rose to fame in 1992 with their album, New Miserable Experience, will be performing during […]
Body discovered in D&R Canal in Lawrence Twp., New Jersey
Authorities in Mercer County responded to reports of a body in a canal on Wednesday morning.Chopper 6 was over the scene at the D&R Canal north of Whitehead Road in Lawrence Township.Police say the body of a male was spotted around 10:30 a.m. by a person walking their dog along the waterway.There was no immediate word on the circumstances of the person's death.A heavy police presence was seen as crews worked to recover the body.New Jersey state park police are handling the investigation
Grants from State, PACF Benefit Mercer Programs
State Grants Aid Projects in Princeton and Trenton. The administration of Governor Phil Murphy has announced $2 million in grants through the new Mobility and Transportation Innovation Pilot Program (MATIP) to fund two innovative projects serving Mercer County communities. Mercer County will receive a $1.9 million grant to expand its...
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