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N.J. town sued for alleged discrimination against home for recovering addicts, alcoholics
A Gloucester County zoning board is being sued for discriminating against recovering addicts by blocking a recovery home from operating in a residential neighborhood. The five-bedroom home, located in Washington Township and run by the organization Rising Sun Recovery, opened last year to help men recover from addiction and alcoholism, according to a lawsuit filed in New Jersey federal court last month.
More Internet data centers for South Jersey proposed
VINELAND — The digital age is making itself felt in expansion plans for a private industrial park in East Vineland. The owner of an industrial park has decided to market it as a good location for a data center complex, an unexpected but acceptable idea under local zoning and a redevelopment plan for...
Vineland Issues Water Use Restrictions
Due to the recent heat wave and well below average rainfall for the past 60 days, the City of Vineland Water Utility is experiencing much higher-than-normal customer demand. While there was some improvement over the weekend of June 22-23, the Vineland Water Utility’s water pumping capacity is dangerously inadequate to meet the existing water consumption demands by residents and commercial customers.
Cooper Health officially acquires South Jersey health system, renames Cape Regional flagship hospital
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know. A merger between two South Jersey health care systems has reached its final step this week after a year and a half of negotiations and regulatory reviews.
A New Ice Cream Shop Opening in New Jersey
There's nothing better on a warm summer night than going out for ice cream with the family. Those are some of my favorite summertime memories. Even with the line wrapped around the corner, you'll wait because it's time spent together and you know the ice cream will be worth the wait.
A rise in traffic deaths leads to more DWI checkpoints in 2 NJ counties
More DWI checkpoints are scheduled in New Jersey this week in an effort to address public safety. Traffic deaths in New Jersey are on the rise, according to Holmdel Township Police Department Patrolman Matthew Menosky, which is pushing this week’s checkpoint enforcements in Monmouth County. Menosky shared in a...
Juneteenth Celebrations Wrap Up in Millville With Bang
MILLVILLE – In the final Juneteenth celebration in New Jersey on Friday (June 28), Millville’s Fourth Friday festivities filled the riverside Captain Buck’s Park with the sounds, smells, atmosphere and excitement that would fit any festival connected with the national recognition. It was the second straight year...
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...
The 18 Best, Must-Visit Waterfront Bars in South Jersey
We wanted to know about the waterfront bars you love for catching breezes, cool and warm, outdoor cocktails, and beautiful views. These are the 18 best waterfront bars in South Jersey locals and visitors flock to most. We’re all drawn to waterfront bars, especially during the summer months, like fireflies...
High Points of the Valley
* Wood County mibsters (marble players) journeyed once again to the National Marbles Tournament in Wildwood, N.J., and this year, Williamstown Middle High seventh-grader Lucie Clark finished in the events semifinals. Clark, 12, was joined by other Wood County Marbles Club members Sophia Drennen, Ezra Delbaugh and Ryker Bungard. “These kids really represented our county well with incredible sportsmanship and tremendous skill,” Coach Ryan Ice said. “They battled the best marbles players in the nation and Lucie finished as a semifinalist.” Bonus points, they gave us all the opportunity to learn the word “mibsters.” Congratulations on doing so well in your adventure!
Kids Bowl Free All Summer in New Jersey
Looking to beat the heat or dodge a rainy day, and keep the little ones entertained this summer without breaking the bank? Thanks to Kids Bowl Free, a nationwide program designed by bowling centers to give back to the community, your kids can enjoy two free games of bowling every day at places like DiDonato’s Family Fun Center in Hammonton, all summer long throughout New Jersey. Yes, you read that right—free bowling! Aside from the obvious benefit of keeping the kids active and engaged, bowling also promotes teamwork, coordination, and friendly competition—all while having an absolute blast. Read on to find how you can take advantage of this awesome free bowling program in New Jersey. (Featured photo taken at DiDonato’s Family Fun Center)
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