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South Jersey consumers complaining of high electric bills from Atlantic City Electric
Some utility customers in South Jersey are experiencing sticker shock with their recent electric bills so the Action News Troubleshooters got to work to figure out what's happening.Those we spoke with said their electric bills have doubled and even tripled this summer.Michelle Nowaczyk of Clayton, Gloucester County said she couldn't believe her eyes when she got her latest Atlantic City electric bill."I just stood there in shock and said this can't be right - this isn't ours," she said.Her bill in June was just over $100. In July it jumped four times to over $450 - and she's not...
Shocking, scary rabies information everyone in NJ should know
Sometimes you go down a bit of a rabbit hole and start looking things up about a subject that makes news. Sometimes what you find is a thing you feel compelled to share. This is one of those times. Camden County has had a third raccoon test positive for rabies...
Why Philadelphia is Called Philadelphia?
The name Philadelphia is believed to be derived from the Greek phrase "city of brotherly love." Many people know that Philadelphia's founder William Penn was a Quaker who named the city in honor of an ancient Greek town, but there are a few other details to consider. How Philadelphia Got...
This Pennsylvania Haunted House is One of America’s Scariest
One Pennsylvania haunted house is being celebrated for having some of the best thrills and chills of any in America. Halloween is a super popular holiday, and it seems as if we’re celebrating earlier and earlier every year. I’m not mad about it. I love Halloween but also love summer, so it’s a bittersweet thing for me.
Human remains discovered at Philly construction site 8 years ago have been reburied, but issues still persist
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The arguments over hundreds of bodies found during a Philadelphia construction project are still not over. Now that the bodies have finally been reburied at a cemetery, there...
JD Vance Risks Unforgivable Cheese Faux Pas in Philadelphia
JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, may have earned some side-eyed glances in Philadelphia on Monday after he asked workers at Pat’s King of Steaks why they didn’t serve Swiss cheese on their sandwiches. Vance, who was in Philadelphia campaigning, made the pilgrimage to the famous steak...
Why it’s illegal to sit on these benches in this New Jersey town
One New Jersey town has some nice benches for the public to use — but, apparently, it's not legal to sit on them. Let's assume for a moment that you are a weary traveler walking along Route 40 across South Jersey and you need to take a brief break.
Floating observation deck on Schuylkill River to open in 2026
PHILADELPHIA - A circular, lime green observation platform will float on the Schuylkill River in 2026, giving Philadelphia a first-of-its-kind experience. The FloatLab project – a collaboration between Mural Arts and Bartram's Garden – will begin construction in October and open sometime in 2026. The 75-foot observation platform...
Council Chaos: Evesham Councilwoman Hansen resigns, citing erosion of democratic process.
In the latest upheaval of Evesham Township Council, Councilwoman Patricia Hansen resigned effective last Friday after saying the Council "environment has become increasingly difficult to endure." "I've often felt my opinions were disregarded when they did not align with those of other members," said Hansen, who originally ran in 2018...
Roy Gillian, former Ocean City mayor and Wonderland Pier founder, dies at 94
OCEAN CITY, N.J. - A Jersey Shore town is mourning the loss of a man deemed a pillar of their community for decades. Roy Gillian, the former mayor of Ocean City and founder of Wonderland Pier, has died at the age of 94. In addition to his extensive political career,...
Thousands attend Pink concert in Philly, despite weather threat
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Pop superstar Pink was in Philadelphia on Sunday night and thousands of fans packed Lincoln Financial Field to watch her perform, despite the threat of severe weather. Sundays at the Linc are typically reserved for football, but this Sunday was different. Instead of a sea of green, it was a sea of pink.For Emma and Morgan Vilardi, it was a family affair. The two brought their mom to the show to celebrate her 53rd birthday. They say the threat of rain was not going to stop them from showing mom a good time."It's a birthday present, so we...
South Jersey school district to continue addressing financial strain after failed bus plan
In South Jersey, the Deptford Township School District updated its transportation plan during a board meeting on Tuesday night.The district announced a cost-cutting policy earlier this month that would have eliminated free bus service to students who live within two miles of their schools.However, the plan was rescinded after the district faced backlash from the community and local leaders.Superintendent Kevin Kanauss announced that moving forward the board will continue to explore alternative solutions to address the district's financial challenges."This may include difficult decisions regarding staffing, programs, extracurricular activities, and security vestibules," Kanauss noted.He also assured those in attendance that the board would do better in the future of notifying the community of any changes that impact the district.One of the residents' main complaints was that the board announced the scrapped bus plans only a couple of weeks before the start of school.
Evesham police reschedule National Night Out festivities
EVESHAM — The township police department has rescheduled its National Night Out festivities to Tuesday, Aug. 27. The free event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. outside the municipal building, 984 Tuckerton Road. ...
Dangerous sinkhole consuming South Philadelphia street now being fixed
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - A South Philadelphia street has endured an ever-growing sinkhole, causing a nightmare for an entire for the residents on the block. But, happily, work is now being done to fix the Pierce Street pit and neighbors are relieved and ready for the block to get back to normal.
Philadelphia Opens First Urgent Care for Mental Health
A new urgent care clinic just for mental health care and wellness needs has opened in Philadelphia. The Merakey Mental Health Walk-In Clinic will service adults 18 and older who need same-day mental health care that is not an emergency, such as quick counseling sessions, psychiatric evaluations, referrals, and more.
South Jersey’s Most-Loved Water Towers & How They Work
In addition to the outside of the tower's design showing off some of a town's personality, South Jersey's water waters serve an important role. The People in South Jersey are used to consistent, reliable water pressure. This is largely thanks to water towers. How Do Water Towers Work?. A water...
Burlington County launches new recycling program for plastic drink carriers
Burlington County has partnered with plastic carrier manufacturer PakTech and two local breweries to launch a new recycling program for plastic drink carriers, also known as handles. Starting this month, residents can drop off their used carriers at the Burlington County Resource Recovery Complex in Florence, as well as at Farm Truck Brewing in Medford and Zed’s Beer in Evesham.
CamCo Health Department To Provide Free Back-To-School Vaccines
PENNSAUKEN, N.J. — Uninsured children and children who are only covered by Medicaid Part A in Pennsauken and Camden are eligible for free vaccinations through the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services along with healthcare partners to help children and their families get ready for the new school year.
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