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Atlantic City, New Jersey Announces 1st Time Homeowner Lottery
Atlantic City, New Jersey Mayor Marty Small has announced the creation of a 1st time homeowners lottery, that will change the lives of the lucky winners. Each selected lottery winner will have the opportunity to purchase a new $ 400,000 home for approximately 1/2 price. The homes will be located...
NJ cops charge woman passenger in crash that hurt 4-year-old
EAST WINDSOR — A late-night car crash on Friday has police pointing fingers at a woman who was riding in the passenger seat. Police say Madelin A. Soto-Santizo was arguing with the 36-year-old driver and grabbed the wheel. Just before 11 p.m., police responded to the crash in the...
Man charged after decapitating seagull on Morey's Pier in North Wildwood, police say
NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. (CBS) -- A Cape May man was charged with animal cruelty after he decapitated a seagull earlier this month on Morey's Pier in North Wildwood, police said on Monday. Police said witnesses on the scene at 2501 Boardwalk Avenue identified 29-year-old Frank Zeigler as the man who decapitated the seagull. During the investigation, Zeigler was "irate" and "uncooperative" with officers in connection with an unrelated investigation, which led to him being arrested on disorderly conduct and resisting arrest charges, according to police.After that, the North Wildwood Police Department and its Humane Law Enforcement Officer did a follow-up investigation on the incident, which led police to charge Zeigler with third-degree animal cruelty charges. Zeigler was placed on a summons for the charges and released. His court date is pending, police said. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the North Wildwood Police Department.
Ocean City Election Dispute Abruptly Ends
The losing candidate in Ocean City’s razor-thin Third Ward election withdrew her lawsuit challenging the results, one day before it was scheduled for court. The decision by Amie Vaules ensures that incumbent Third Ward Councilman Jody Levchuk remains the winner in a race that separated the candidates by a mere two votes, 402-400.
Purdy’s Grill in Galloway Township, NJ, is Changing Hands
After a great several year run in Galloway Township, New Jersey … the Osprey Nest & Purdy’s Galloway Grill has just announced that their restaurant will become Costello’s. Purdy’s Galloway Grill has become a regular stop for Stockton University staff and students and AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center....
Police say 'gun battle' in West Philadelphia that killed 3 people and wounded 6 started as an argument
The gunfight that killed three and wounded six at a party in West Philadelphia early Sunday morning started with an argument, city officials said Monday. Police say almost 40 shots were fired, and three guns were recovered from the scene.
Jackpot: Scratch Ticket Worth $643K Sold At North Wildwood Wawa
The $1,000,000 Diamond Spectacular ticket was purchased at the Wawa on West Spruce Avenue in North Wildwood, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Monday, July 22. The game has sold three tickets that won $1,000,000 in its history. Those were purchased in Colonia, Elmwood Park, and Springfield.
‘Fired’: Controversy surrounds Christina School District as its longtime lawyer severs ties with its dysfunctional board
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The troubled Christina School District could soon be left leaderless and without legal...
Philly city workers say ‘everyone is pissed’ as Parker’s return-to-office mandate reveals lack of space, resources
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. City employees described the first week when all 26,000 workers were mandated to return to the office full-time as chaotic and miserable. “Everybody was pissed,” they told WHYY News.
Vineland and Millville Police Looking for These Suspects
In case you were sadly unaware, there are surveillance cameras everywhere these days. Chances are, if you do something wrong, there will be a photo or video of you doing it. Police in both Vineland and Millville are asking for the public's help in identifying people captured on surveillance. Vineland...
The Burpee Open Will Showcase the Gardening Giant’s Doylestown Home This Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A local farm that’s home to the gardening giant Burpee will open its doors to give the public a rare peek at its gardens and estate this weekend. Fordhook Farm, which is located at105 New Britain Rd. (across from the side entrance to Delaware Valley University), is home to Burpee’s product testing operations. Because the gates to the farm are open to the public only one day a year, the event offers a rare chance to see the test gardens of one of the biggest gardening companies in the United States.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
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As of Sunday, July 21st, 2024, Bet365 is rolling out last-chance access to the bonus available for Prime Day weekend’s major sports events, including the final round of the British Open Golf Championship and MLB games like Pennsylvania showdown between the Phillies and Pirates this afternoon. By using the Bet365 bonus code “DIMERS,” you can unlock an impressive $1,150 bonus to enhance your betting experience.
Cooper Health Making Big Investment in Atlantic & Cape May, NJ
In an exclusive on-air interview with George Norcross, the Chairman of Cooper University Health Care’s Board of Trustees … held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 … Mr. Norcross confirmed for the first time that Cooper University Health Care will be making a $ 500,000,000 investment in Atlantic and Cape May counties in New Jersey.
Heartbreaking Appeal for Hero Who Saved Drowning Boys
One of the saddest things we will remember about the summer of 2024 is the death of Pablo Hernandez Cruz, the Mays Landing man who died after saving the lives of two boys who were drowning in the Great Egg Harbor River, in an area where swimming is not permitted.
NY, NJ, CT voters wonder what comes next after Biden's decision to drop
Some voters who talked to Eyewitness News expressed relief that President Joe Biden dropped his reelection bid, but others wonder what comes next.Jody Guitmann and her daughter, Claire, biked from Tenafly to Nyack on Monday. They got a mental workout and a physical one, thinking about who will top the Democratic presidential ticket in November."I walk into every single election looking at both individuals, no left-right-center," Claire Guitmann said. "How am I supposed to make an informed decision (without an official Democratic candidate)?"Vice President Kamala Harris got the blessing and endorsement of the Commander-in-Chief. She has made it...
‘Public health threat’ after possible toxic waste washes up in NJ
KEYPORT — There's growing concern after chunks of contaminated material washed ashore along the bay. The exact source seems to be a little uncertain at this time, according to NBC New York, though just miles away is the Raritan Bay Slag superfund site. NBC credits Greg Remaud, CEO and...
Too many reusable grocery bags? What you can do with them in NJ
🔴A groundbreaking plan for unwanted reusable bags launched in NJ last year. 🔴Residents can donate their unwanted bags to local food banks. 🔴The initiative has proven successful over the past 12 months. Not sure what to do with all those reusable bags piled up in your house...
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