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High Levels Of Fecal Contamination Found At 4 More New Jersey Beaches
Summer at the Jersey Shore means long days on the beach, ice cream on the boardwalk, the sound of seagulls swooping overhead, and high levels of bacteria in the water. 4 more NJ beaches are now under advisory due to high fecal bacteria contamination. It's not something we're unfamiliar with.
These are the 10 Most Dangerous Cities/Towns in New Jersey
✅What towns are the most dangerous in New Jersey. New Jersey is safer than most states, that should make you feel good. The crime rate is lower than the national average in New Jersey. Crime rates in 2020 were 3.2 per 1,000 compared to the national average of 4.9 per...
8 New Jersey Hospitals Ranked Among The Best In The Country
Apparently, if you get sick or have a medical issue, living in the Garden State is a good place to be. A new report shows that New Jersey has some of the best hospitals in the country, in fact, 8 of the country's top hospitals are located right here in New Jersey.
Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson's childhood home in Montgomery County to be demolished
The abandoned Wyncote property where baseball legend Reggie Jackson grew up will be torn down to make way for a proposed parking lot, the Cheltenham Board of Commissioners decided Wednesday. The two-story property at 149 Greenwood Ave. doubled as a family home and a tailor shop that Jackson's father, Martinez,...
Don’t Miss The Peach Festival at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA
If you love peaches (even if you don't) you won't want to miss the annual Peach Festival at Peddler's Village. Peddler's Village Peach Festival is August 3rd & 4th. It's happening Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th from 11am - 6pm each day. There will be fresh peaches galore,...
5 Scariest Ways To Die During Summer In NJ
Ah, summertime in the Garden State... it's the best, isn't it?. Beach vibes galore, coastal charm in every shore town, and the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement; that's what South Jersey summers represent. Imagine stretches of soft and sandy beaches along the coast, every few feet dotted with someone (or an entire group) taking in the sights and sounds of the day. It's a great experience.
Loud Booms Heard Across New Jersey May Have Been Caused By A Meteor
Did you hear the loud booms that screamed across the Garden State earlier this week?. Some people could have sworn that what they heard was an earthquake, other people were convinced that what they heard was actually an explosion. Reports of hearing the boom came in from North Jersy, parts...
The 7 most arrogant cities in New Jersey
Question: Are you a snob? I suppose we should define that word first. Snob: one who tends to rebuff, avoid, or ignore those regarded as inferior -- or one who has an offensive air of superiority in matters of knowledge or taste. With that in mind, as you gander across...
NJ taking on severe form of pneumonia … through public water systems
⚫ People can fall ill by breathing in droplets of water containing the bacteria. ⚫ The threat is greater for people with weaker immune systems. ⚫ First-in-the-nation legislation has been sent to Gov. Murphy. It's up to Gov. Phil Murphy whether New Jersey will step up prevention and control efforts...
The 25 Most Popular Last Names in New Jersey are Not as Common as You Think
Have you ever researched the history of your surname or last name?. A little digging will uncover some pretty interesting facts. According to American Surnames, Ryan, my last name, is pretty common in New Jersey. It's the 41st most popular surname in New Jersey. Plus, there are 516 Ryans for...
The New Jersey Rules For Holding A Door For Someone
There are rules for everything in New Jersey, including how to hold a door open for someone. It happens to all of us. We're walking into a store or building and we see someone behind us who is heading to the same place. Door Holding Etiquette In New Jersey. If...
DRPA votes to reduce toll increase on 4 bridges between Pa., NJ
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges, including the Ben Franklin Bridge, between Pennsylvania and New Jersey by 50 cents. The DRPA voted unanimously to increase the tolls from $5 to $6, not $6.50 as originally planned.The agency previously approved its first toll increase in 13 years scheduled for Aug. 1. The increase was tied to the Consumer Price Index slated for the same day. The resolution passed Wednesday also pushed back the increase by one month — tolls will now go up on Sept. 1.Delaware River Port Authority chairman James Schultz said last week the CPI would bump the toll up $1.50. Instead, the DRPA voted on a resolution to reduce the scheduled increase by 50 cents."It's essentially a reduction from what the consumer price index is calling for," Schultz said last week.The DRPA operates the Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross, Commodore Barry and Walt Whitman bridges.The toll increase does not impact PATCO fares, the DRPA said in a news release.Frequent travelers can sign up for an $18 commuter discount on the DRPA website.
Tre’Devon Lane to be Honored with Street Sign Dedication Ceremony
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–On Saturday, July 20th at 11:00 a.m. there will be a street sign dedication ceremony for Tre’Devon Lane at the corner of Kirkbride Ave and New Willow Street. On September 22, 2012, Tre was shot and killed after sacrificing his life to save two young ladies...
Punish parents for raising rampaging teens, NJ lawmakers say
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP — State lawmakers want to put laws on the books to prosecute teens who bring violence to family events and to hold their parents accountable for raising a bad egg. Assemblyman Dan Hutchison, D-Camden, says his peers were inspired to crack down on rowdy teens after a...
Hurricane evacuation drill to be held on 6 major N.J. highways Thursday
Drivers on six New Jersey highways will see an increased police presence on Thursday as officials conduct an emergency evacuation drill that would be implemented if a major hurricane hit the state. While no roads will be closed, State Police, the state Department of Transportation and work crews from other...
Water utility issues mandatory alert for 2 NJ counties
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP — New Jersey American Water has issued an alert to conserve water in two counties as the utility conducts emergency repairs. The company said Sunday around 4:45 p.m. that it was repairing a 36-inch valve at the Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune Township. Between the...
City of Trenton and Trenton Housing Authority Awarded $15.6M Choice Neighborhoods Grant
President Biden and HUD Acting Secretary Todman announced the Choice Neighborhoods awards to build new homes and spur economic development. Trenton, N.J. – Mayor Reed Gusciora welcomed the announcement by the Biden Administration of a $15.6 million Choice Neighborhoods Grant to the City of Trenton and the Trenton Housing Authority. The Grant funding will be for transformative development in the North Ward Battle Monument neighborhood between Donnelly Homes and Capital Health Helene Fuld campus. The objectives of the grant were to help build more homes and revitalize neighborhoods that have been left behind.
Wow, These 2 New Jersey Towns: Best Places to Live in America
Money.com recently put out a list 50 best places to live in the United States. Two towns in New Jersey made it on the list, according to nj.com. And one of them is in the top 20. We have so many awesome, beautiful towns here at the Shore. Just to...
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