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New Jersey’s Ridiculous Beach Badge Laws Mocked by The World After Belmar Surfer Arrested
BELMAR, NJ (OP-ED) – New Jersey’s infamous beach badge policy is making headlines again after a surfer was arrested in Belmar for not displaying his badge. The incident involved Liam…
THE HANGRY VEGETABLE MARKET KINGSWAY Q&A: Dragons QB David Oravetz
Ever since he walked off the field after suffering a close 28-21 loss in the South Jersey Group 5 semifinal round to top-seeded Cherokee last November, David Oravetz has had one goal in his mind: not only to make it back to that game, but this time win it — and inch further toward bringing home a South Jersey championship for Kingsway Regional High.
Philly Schools Dismissing Early Due To Heat Wave
The school district on Monday, Aug. 26 announced school will close three hours early on those days due to hot temperatures in the forecast. Schools will adequate air-conditioning will remain open. to follow Daily Voice Aston-Brookhaven and receive free news updates.
Massive $71K theft ring targeting Pennsylvania grocery stores taken down: AG
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A massive retail theft ring that targeted grocery stores across nine Pennsylvania counties has ended, Attorney General Michelle Henry announced Monday. Dozens of charges have been brought against five people — three of which are in custody — for their involvement in the more than $71,000 theft ring. Marlin Polanco, 19, […]
Philadelphia Rapper, Who Dug Up Enemy’s Grave, Shot Dead
Philadelphia rapper YBC Dul, who went viral for digging up one of his enemy’s graves, has been shot and killed. Breonna Taylor Raid Officers Dismissed Of Felony Charges In Her Death The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that the incident took place on Friday (Aug. 23) on the 5500 block of North Sixth Street in Olney, where Dul was shot multiple times in the chest and his right hand. The rapper, né Abdul Vicks, 25, was then transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead twenty minutes after the shooting. A white Hyundai SUV, which was spotted at the scene of the...
Beach In Cape May Reopens After Man Found Dead, Authorities Say (UPDATE)
A beach in Cape May was shut down after a man was found dead, authorities said.Cape May police found the roughly 50-year-old man's body early in the morning on Monday, Aug. 26, Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland said in a news release. His body was discovered on Cove Beach near the …
First Bank To Expand in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
First Bank will open new branches in New Jersey and Pennsylvania this fall, aiming to offer better convenience and service. First Bank plans to open new branches in New Jersey and Pennsylvania this fall, with a focus on providing enhanced convenience and exceptional service to retirees, families, small businesses, and entrepreneurs.
Facing natural disasters, some lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
Trio Of $10K Mega Millions Winners Sold In North Jersey: Here's Where
Three $10,000 Mega Millions tickets were sold in New Jersey between Monday, Aug. 19 and Sunday, Aug. 25. All three tickets were from the Tuesday, Aug. 20 drawing. They were sold at the following locations:. The Rivermart on River Road in Edgewater. Mercadon Market on Springdale Avenue in East Orange.
Wawa fan in NJ goes viral collecting every possible receipt number
There’s this old cliche of an answer for mountain climbers asked why they climbed a dangerous, treacherous mountain. Sometimes it’s just as simple as a challenge. Even if the challenge is one only you yourself understand. Maybe for a certain New Jersey guy collecting every Wawa order receipt number 0 through 999 was his mountain.
WATCH the N.J. football Games of the Week LIVE all season
We’re just three days away from the crowd-moving plays and the pad-crunching hits. That’s right – N.J. high school football is right around the corner. This season, NJ.com will be broadcasting two Games of the Week — live — and free with a subscription every weekend.
NJ teen struck by boat propeller at Jersey Shore dies
NEW JERSEY - A New Jersey woman trying to board a boat from a raft over the weekend was killed when she was struck by the propeller, police said Monday. Zeina Mahafzah, 18, of Wayne, NJ, was in a raft being pulled by a boat Sunday afternoon in Sunset Park when she tried to get into the vessel, New Jersey State Police said in a statement. An investigation is underway.
Game-changing tool launched in NJ for youth mental health
Mental health concerns among youth can escalate when families don't have enough knowledge or power to reach out for help. A tool launched statewide by a New Jersey-based nonprofit aims to make it easier for parents and guardians to navigate through what can be a complicated mental health system. "We...
Celebrity Cake Artist Closing New Jersey Bakery
It was a huge hit on TLC for 15 seasons. The reality show "Cake Boss" featured cake artist Buddy Valastro and his family running Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken. I used to love that show and was so excited when the Cake Boss opened Carlo's Bakery in Marlton on Route 73 in the Marlton Square Shopping Center. It was such a great location.
A child and teen wanted for an armed carjacking in North Philadelphia
Philadelphia Police are investigating a string of armed carjackings and suspect a child, and a teenager committed the crimes. All of these carjackings happened throughout North Philadelphia between August 16th and august 22nd. The first is described as a 17-year-old boy who is about 5’8”. Police say the other suspect is a boy between 10 […]
SEPTA to increase regional rail service
SEPTA is increasing its regional rail service. The new fall schedules will be in effect on Sunday, September 8th. The transit agency says the new timetables will increase service to over 80% of pre-pandemic levels on weekdays and weekends. Some highlights include restoring 30 minute weekend service to the airport, hourly weekend service on most […]
Medical Report: Why do some teens struggle with alcohol consumption more than others?
Why do some teens struggle with alcohol and alcohol dependency while others don’t? A new report says don’t overlook family dynamics and personality traits. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy’s Student Business Venture Wins Teamwork Award at Global Competition
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH) seniors Charlie Greenberg, Alex Topping, and Andrew Blum took a teamwork award for their student business RENTR at TYE Globals a Global Entrepreneurship competition. Three Springside Chestnut Hill Academy seniors won the teamwork award at TYE Globals, a global entrepreneurship competition, with their RENTR business...
Immaculata University Alumnus Uses Degree To Spur Local and International Business
Immaculata's Denzell Wallace merges his passion for government and communication in his position at World Trade Center Greater Philadelphia. Denzell Wallace ’21 successfully combined his passion for government work with his communication skills in his role as Director of Communications and Marketing for the World Trade Center Greater Philadelphia (WTCGP).
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