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HED: Empowering Change: Hackensack’s Fight Against Climate Impact
“Editor’s note: This story was produced as part of “Stormwater Matters,” a project on stormwater management solutions by the New Jersey News Collaborative.”. Over the past 200 years, the burning of fossil fuels has heated the planet. The amount of fossil fuels we actually burn and how quickly may be a topic of debate, but its impact on the human race is not.
Trenton Announces City Wide Cleanup through August
Starting in August, the city of Trenton will initiate its City Wide Cleanup. The Cleanup will be done by ward on Saturdays; starting with the South Ward on Aug. 3, the North Ward on Aug. 10, the East Ward on Aug. 17, and the West Ward on Aug. 24. Removal will consist of yard waste and furniture. Please DO NOT leave construction debris, home renovation debris, chemicals, televisions, electronic devices, or unbundled wood/branches over 4ft long. Residents should place items on the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Linden High School Senior Represents NJ In National Beauty & Talent Pageant in Florida on August 12th
LINDEN, NJ-- When Abigail Armstead recently took center stage at the Miss New Jersey Elk Beauty & Talent Pageant in Cherry Hill, it marked a bold new chapter for the multi-talented 17-year-old senior from Linden High School. Competing in her first beauty pageant, Abigail faced uncharted territory with a mix of doubt and anticipation. However, she drew strength from her extensive background in musical theater, delivering a rousing and dramatic rendition of "Home" from the musical "The Wiz." Her performance captivated the audience and left a lasting impression on the judges. Not only did Abigail win the...
Winery in Chadds Ford Highlights Lanternfly Impact on Grapevines
It’s been 10 years since the Spotted Lanternfly arrived in Pennsylvania from China and while it didn’t devastate the state’s agriculture as expected, there was Lanternfly grapevine damage, leaving a heavy mark on the grape and wine industry, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Spotted lanternflies...
Keep cool and visit Cape Artists Gallery in Lewes
The Cape Artists celebrate the dog days of August when people come to the beach to experience the ocean breezes. Gallery visitors can get out of the heat and see a collage of Cape Henlopen by artist Kathleen Ott. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day through October. For more information, call 302-644-7733 or find Cape Artists Gallery on Facebook.
Cape Gazette travelers visit Costa Rica
Meg Rice and DeAnna Poling of Lewes took a break from their busy Costa Rican adventures to read the Cape Gazette. The Jungle Crocodile Safari is a must if you ever make it there. Meg and DeAnna had a difficult time finding postage to send postcards home. Costa Ricans don't use snail mail - it's even illegal to send junk mail!
Milton ad hoc committee hears from affordable housing developers
As part of its mission to examine ways to increase affordable housing in town, the Milton Affordable Housing Ad Hoc Committee has begun hearing from those who develop lower-priced units as it works toward crafting a recommendation for town council. At its July 11 meeting, the committee heard from Kevin...
DELAWARE STATE POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING SHOTS FIRED AT A LINCOLN RESIDENCE
Lincoln, DE - The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night in Lincoln. On July 25, 2024, at approximately 10:37 p.m., troopers responded to a home on the 10000 block of Cedar Creek Road in Lincoln for a report of shots fired. When troopers arrived, they learned that an unknown suspect fired several shots that hit an occupied house.
Back to School Extravaganza: Help us fill school backpacks!
The New Jersey State Museum is participating in Trenton Public School’s Back to School Extravaganza on August 30. During this event, partners will provide on the spot health services, community resources and backpacks filled with new school supplies. In advance of the event, the school district is holding a school supply drive in to fill the backpacks that will be distributed.
Mayor Reed Gusciora Makes Interim Appointments For Business Administrator, Health, and Recreation
Mayor W. Reed Gusciora recently announced the appointment of Maria Richardson as the Interim Business Administrator, following the departure of Adam E. Cruz, who has accepted the B.A. position in Dover Township, NJ. Cruz served the City of Trenton with distinction for five years and seven months, contributing significantly to the city’s growth and development.
Missing woman discovered alive having 'emerged' from downtown Nashville riverbank: police
A woman visiting Nashville from New Jersey was found alive after having “emerged” from a riverbank, according to police. After an exhaustive search by both the Nashville Metropolitan Police (NMPD) and Nashville Fire Department going into Thursday morning, 33-year-old Alexandria Chmiel was discovered. “BREAKING: Allie Chmiel has emerged...
Investigation underway after man shot, killed in Wilmington, Del., police say
A man was killed after being shot in Delaware on Friday evening, according to the Wilmington Police Department. The 35-year-old man was found by officers who were responding to a shooting that happened just after 7:30 p.m on the 500 block of South Van Buren Street, police said. Officers took...
Phillies “Shimmy” to Sea Isle for Special Event Aug. 20
It seems that Sea Isle City is turning out to be the place to go this summer for star players and other celebrities from the Philly sports scene. After major events in Sea Isle involving the Eagles and Flyers in June and early July, now comes word that the Phillies are coming to town on Aug. 20 for a family-friendly celebration called the “Phillies Shimmy Down The Shore.” It is scheduled from 6-9:30 p.m. in Excursion Park.
‘Biggest party of the year’: Medford hosts Oktoberfest
The Medford Business Association (MBA) will host its annual Medford Oktoberfest & Music Festival on Friday, Sept. 20, from 5 to 9 p.m., and on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 1 to 9 p.m. at Freedom Park. Considered Medford’s “biggest party of the year,” the two-day festival is organized and promoted...
Green burial, a natural and eco-friendly way to celebrate a life
Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine uses no embalming fluid, hardwood caskets or concrete vaults. The moment visitors enter through the arched gates of Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine, they see what makes a “green cemetery” unique. The grounds are a natural Pinelands preserve with tall trees, shrubs and native plants....
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