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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.
Homes at or under $250,000 in Camden County
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between June 24 and June 30. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Camden County, all of which featured homes under $250,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top...
If You’re at the Jersey Shore, You’re Going to Get Flagged
Flags aren't in this idyllic Jersey shore beach scene but chances are you'll spot them dotting the landscape and at people's homes the next time you pay a visit to the shore. Delco pride finds its way to the Jersey Shore every summer when Delco flags go on display at the beach and at nearby summer homes.
Union sues Philadelphia over requirement that city workers return to the office full time
A union that represents thousands of Philadelphia city employees asked a judge Tuesday to block Mayor Cherelle Parker’s requirement that they return to their offices full time as of July 15. The lawsuit, filed by District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, claims the mandate violates its contract and will harm city workers. The union, which represents 6,000 administrative and supervisory employees, also filed an unfair-practices complaint with the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board.Parker announced the mandate in May, saying she wanted to create a more visible and accessible government. The decision ended the city’s...
Pennsylvania Proud Boys member sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania man and member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys organization, was sentenced to prison Tuesday for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby has been sentenced to 100 days in prison, 36 months...
Parked vehicles with illegally tinted windows in Philadelphia can now be ticketed
Philadelphia car owners with illegally tinted windows could be ticketed starting Monday.At Select Auto Glass Plus in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, they know the law when it comes to window tint.But the law is changing in the city.The new rule will target cars that are parked.In Pennsylvania, cars can have tint rated up to 70% Visible Light Transmittance - or VLT - in the side windows and rear windshield.This means vehicle windows must allow 70% of light to pass through."That's a very light tint," Fred Rivera, owner of Select Auto Glass Plus. "The Pennsylvania law has always been 70%,...
New Jersey counties explore new strategies for roadway safety as fatalities rise
Various counties across New Jersey are exploring new strategies to make highways and roadways safer during the busy summer season.This comes after multiple fatalities have been reported on roads in the area."Every one of these tragedies could be avoided," said Lt. James Rosiello of the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office.He said reckless behavior on the road is leading to deadly consequences at an alarming rate from drivers to pedestrians to cyclists."One of our biggest problems is impaired driving, like alcohol use and illegal drug use and prescription medication use," said Rosiello. "In addition to that, reckless speeds, aggressive driving, and general...
Thousands ticketed in Philly crackdown on sidewalk parking and ADA violations
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. About a month and a half into an enhanced enforcement effort, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has ticketed thousands of drivers for parking on the sidewalk and violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Deep dive into Jay-Z’s private voucher plan for Philadelphia schools tethers him to Republican interests, faces public backlash
In Roc Nation’s mission to education reform creates negative responses due to the aligning with the conservative-backed PASS It Forward program. The American rapper and business mogul, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter, has found himself embroiled in controversy on education reform. Recently, it was discovered that he is in support of “school choice,” which is a policy that provides public funding to parents for their child’s education, even if it is not at a public school.
Former Philadelphia City Councilmember Joan Levy Specter, known for championing human rights, dies at 90
This story originally appeared on 6abc. Former Philadelphia City Councilmember Joan Levy Specter, who was married to late Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter, has died, officials say. Council President Kenyatta Johnson released a statement Sunday confirming her death. She was 90 years old. In his statement, Johnson wrote, “I remember my...
Philadelphia Zoo celebrates 150th anniversary
On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July...
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