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These bigger-than-life portraits turn gun death statistics into indelible stories
PHILADELPHIA — Zarinah Lomax is an uncommon documentarian of our times. She has designed dresses from yellow crime-scene tape and styled jackets with hand-painted demands like “Don’t Shoot” in purple, black, and gold script. Every few months, she curates exhibits of dozens of portraits of Philadelphians — vibrant, bold, bigger-than-life faces — at pop-up galleries to raise an alarm about gun violence in her hometown and America.
Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Aggravated Assault Suspects
Philadelphia, PA – The Central Detective Division is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals involved in an aggravated assault in the 22nd District. Surveillance video capturing the suspects…
Community honors Buffalo woman killed in Philadelphia car crash
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The family of a Buffalo woman who was killed in a car crash in Philadelphia held a vigil on the city’s east side Friday. On June 8, 22-year-old Mariah Clemons was visiting a friend in Philadelphia. According to her family, she was involved in a minor crash with a U-Haul on […]
Music legend returns to tour after health issues, will play 2 Upstate NY concerts
Music legend Willie Nelson is back on stage after missing the start of his Outlaw Music Festival tour due to unspecified health issues. Nelson, 91, returned to performing Thursday for his annual Fourth of July Picnic in Camden, New Jersey. The “On the Road Again” singer was greeted with roaring cheers from the audience, according to Rolling Stone. (See video of Nelson here.)
Report finds staffing levels for Philly public safety departments far below what's budgeted
Philadelphia still has not recovered from the resignations and retirements in its public safety departments during the pandemic. The city controller finds staffing at about 80% of what’s budgeted.
Explosions: Winslow Twp., NJ, man charged with risking widespread injury, possession of destructive devices
A South Jersey man has been charged after authorities received numerous complaints about explosions. The Winslow Township Police Department says those explosions have been happening for the past several months in the Hammonton section of their municipality. Following a lengthy investigation, authorities identified Kenneth Baldino as the source of those...
Loved ones remember 19-year-old killed in Philadelphia mass shooting: "He was not a bad kid"
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The loved ones of 19-year-old Maurice White are in disbelief that a young man with so much promise is gone."He was not a bad kid," said Stephanie Devore. "He was my little nephew."White was a student at Bartram High School. Devore said he was set to graduate in two weeks. Now instead of planning a graduation party, his family is planning his funeral."He's very, very popular," she said. "No violence. No nothing. When I say nothing, I barely even saw him argue with people." Police say he was killed in a mass shooting on Salford Street near Kingsessing...
Gin Blossoms headlined Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront
The annual Freedom Festival and Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular was held at Wiggins Waterfront Park this Wednesday featuring a performance by the chart-topping rock band Gin Blossoms. The festival is presented by the Board of Commissioners and the City of Camden. “Every year, thousands of people look forward to...
Barnegat Police Sergeant Wayne Eslinger Retires
BARNEGAT - Barnegat Police released the following statement about retiring officer, Sergeant Wayne Eslinger. On Thursday June 27th, friends, family, and fellow officers gathered outside police headquarters to honor Sergeant Wayne Eslinger on his final walkout from the Barnegat Township Police Department. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Sgt. Eslinger dedicated 29 years to his law enforcement career, serving the Barnegat Township Police Department as a Patrolman, Corporal, and finally retiring as Sergeant. Throughout his illustrious career, he was part of the Barnegat Township Police Dept's SWAT team, served as an EMT/Trainer, and headed the agency's Firearms Unit. Thank you, Sgt. Eslinger, for your unwavering dedication to the Township of Barnegat and its citizens. Best of luck in the next chapter of your life! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Barnegat Police Sergeant Kris Burke Honored by Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD)
BARNEGAT - Barnegat Township Police Sergeant Kristopher Burke was recently honored for receiving the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Drug Recognition Award Certificate. Burke was recognized for his exceptional dedication and efforts in drunk and drugged driving enforcement throughout the 2023 calendar year. His commitment has made a significant impact on the safety of the roads in Banregat. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The MADD New Jersey Law Enforcement Recognition Event, held on June 24, 2024, honored officers like Sergeant Burke who have shown exemplary dedication and implemented unique enforcement strategies in the fight against drunk and drugged driving. Captain Parsley accompanied Burke to applaud him for his outstanding contributions to Barnegat. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
APPROVED: Dave & Buster’s Opening New Freehold, NJ Location
I teased you back in April that Freehold Raceway Mall may be getting a Dave & Buster's and now I'm happy to tell you the plan has been approved. Dave & Buster's approved for Freehold Raceway Mall. Asbury Park Press is reporting that the mall's owner got the ok from...
Mother of young son fatally shot near NJ military base
MANCHESTER — A woman who was found shot in the stomach late Thursday afternoon near the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst will be laid to rest Tuesday as the search for her killer continues. The 25-year-old was found around 4:55 p.m. near the intersection of Ridgeway (Route 571) and Hope Chapel...
Jersey Shore Abandoned Mansion Is Finally Demolished
Mansion on Middle Sedge Island Finally Comes Down As Crews Demolish This Once Gorgeous Estate Off The Coast of Toms River, New Jersey. The mysterious mansion of Middle Sedge Island. Ok, let’s clarify a few things first. The island is located between the Mantoloking Bridge and the Seaside Bridge off of Chadwick Beach Island in Toms River. It’s not a mystery to many locals, but for someone who does not know the story, like me, I find it mysterious. It’s a home, a large home ……a mansion if you will on its own island. How many tiny barrier islands are home to giant estates off the coast of New Jersey? Not many if any. The mansion had access by boat and helicopter.
Update: Prepare for heat index values up to 106 degrees until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 2:55 p.m. an updated excessive heat warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 8 p.m. for Monmouth, Ocean and Burlington counties. The weather service describes, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106 degrees." "Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme...
Is NJ getting a new blueberry? Testing is underway
The blueberry may be New Jersey's state fruit, but apparently it's not perfect. This summer, researchers at Rutgers University are hitting the final phase of a quest to develop a variety of blueberry that more consumers should enjoy. Thousands of blueberry plants are being evaluated for desirable traits, and only...
Corrections Officers Stood By As Juvenile Inmate Was Beaten Blind In Fieldsboro, Lawsuit Says
Corrections officers at a Burlington County juvenile detention center didn't come forward to help a former teenage inmate from a brutal beating by three other inmates, a lawsuit alleges. The 19-year-old inmate from Essex County was left permanently blind in one eye and has psychological problems due to the attack...
Car Veers Off I-295 In South Jersey (DEVELOPING)
A vehicle veered off Interstate 295 in Burlington County, authorities said.The crash occurred at about 12:45 p.m. on Friday, July 5 on the I-295 ramp from Exit 45 (Mount Holly Road/Rancocas Road) in Westampton Township, according to the NJDOT.An unconfirmed report said that the motorist was trapped…
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sat 7/6
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT until 8 p.m. Saturday. South winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
Discount clothing chain has going-out-of-business sale in NJ
FREEHOLD — If you like to shop for discount clothing and shoes, listen up. All Bob’s Stores, a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, are closing after the company filed Chapter 11 on June 18. The stores are now holding a liquidation sale, including their one New Jersey store...
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