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Yikes! 1 in 5 New Jerseyans turn to alcohol before these decisions
We have plenty of reasons to be stressed in New Jersey, and finances are definitely one of the bigger issues. Yeah, I’m looking at you, tolls and property taxes. A recent survey was put out by Card Rates that highlighted the number of New Jerseyans who turn to alcohol when making some of their bigger financial decisions.
Jersey Shore is seeing a rapid rise in ocean temps.
From the Atlantic to the Pacific, from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, rising water temperatures and more frequent heat waves are changing what’s found under the surface. In 2024, Advance Local Media newsrooms in New Jersey, Alabama, Michigan and Oregon set out to document the sudden changes remaking ecosystems, transforming the fishing industry, reshaping offshore recreation and altering what’s on local menus.
Urgent Warning if You Buy Deli Meat in NJ
The Centers for Disease Control has issued a warning to people who buy sliced deli meat. They are investigating reports that two people died and at least 28 others have become seriously ill after consuming deli meat that was sliced at deli counters. Those affected reportedly contracted Listeria after consuming...
Police identify suspect charged, 3 people killed in West Philly mass shooting
This story originally appeared on 6abc. A man who is among those wounded in the weekend mass shooting in West Philadelphia is now facing charges, police announced on Tuesday. Nine people were shot just after 2 a.m. Sunday during what officials called an illegal block party on North Alden Street in West Philadelphia. Three of those victims did not survive.
Philadelphia airport workers rally for higher wages in new contract
Philadelphia International Airport workers held a rally Tuesday as they attempt to negotiate a new contract with higher hourly wages and better benefits. Baggage handlers, security guards and more said contractors were supposed to increase their pay from $15.71 to $17.20 per hour, plus a $4.98 hourly health care supplement, on Jan. 1. That higher rate comes from the city's prevailing wage law, which is set by the federal government. Daisy Cruz, district leader for 32BJ SEIU, which represents workers, said these 1,000 workers are contracted primarily with American Airlines.
Rep. Brendan Boyle presents $1.8 million to Old City for safety, green space upgrades
An historic section of Philadelphia is getting more than $1 million to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle presented a check for $1.8 million to the Independence Historical Trust on Monday in Old City. The money is from the federal initiative known as the Community Project...
19-Year-Old Suspected in Fatal Kensington Shooting as Philadelphia Grapples with Gun Violence
Tragedy struck on the streets of Kensington last night, as a man's life was abruptly ended by a hail of gunfire. Captured by police shortly following the incident, a 19-year-old suspect is now the focus of intense scrutiny. The ominous scene played out as the victim, whose name has yet to be released pending notification of his kin, was crossing the street accompanied by a woman. It was at this moment that a dark Jeep arrived, the passenger exiting only to chase down the victim on foot.
Du Pont Family Member and Venture Capital Entrepreneur Hints Future Innovation at Longwood Gardens
A du Pont family entrepreneur is telling The Philadelphia Inquirer that people can expect to hear more about products and investments coming from Kennett Square’s esteemed Longwood Gardens, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ben du Pont, the most prominent living family member, is using his venture capital...
Co-owner and ‘creative force’ of Jersey Shore’s Morey’s Piers dies at 63
Jack Morey, the co-owner of Morey’s Piers in Wildwood, died last week at the age of 63, the company announced. “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Jack Morey, our beloved 2nd Generation Partner, and for the past three decades, the creative force behind Morey’s Piers. Jack wasn’t particularly fond of titles, but was the Company’s Executive Vice President, Chief Creative Officer, and, most importantly, champion of ‘it will be beautiful…we change everything’,” a statement from Morey’s Piers read.
Bucks County's Sabrina Carpenter goes international with Olympics commercial in Paris
The girl is certainly meeting world. Bucks County's own Sabrina Carpenter has gone international, first as Taylor's Swift's opening act on legs of the Eras Tour in South America, Asia and Australia, and now in a TV commercial promoting the Olympic Games. The NBC spot features the former star of Disney's "Girl Meets World" sipping coffee at a Parisian sidewalk café while enthusiastically chatting up an animated bird about the upcoming Games. Viewing Carpenter's bubbly conversation to...
Enhancing the skills of drivers with medical conditions
Dennis Magrann, of DriveWell Rehab, was the guest speaker at last week’s Take Back Your Neighborhood meeting. Magrann has a background as an occupational therapist and more than 20 years experience as a driving rehabilitation specialist. He works with clients with medical issues such as stroke, neuropathy, amputation, spinal cord injury, concussions and head injury, Parkinson’s, paralysis and multiple sclerosis.
Parx executive to join Family Service board
Family Service Association of Bucks County announced that Patricia Rooney, PHR, is joining the agency’s board of directors. A successful human resources professional, she brings vast field experience, particularly in the areas of organizational development, global management and policies/procedures, among many others. Since 2012, Rooney has served as director...
Prepare for thunderstorms and heavy rain with showers in Pennsylvania until Monday night
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Monday at 2:45 p.m. for thunderstorms and heavy rain with showers until 10 p.m. for Carbon, Monroe, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks counties. "Slow-moving showers and thunderstorms are expected to move northward this afternoon towards the Lehigh Valley, southern Poconos,...
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