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NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
Monmouth County to hold distracted driving enforcement
HOLMDEL TOWNSHIP — Another high visibility enforcement detail is coming to Monmouth County Thursday, according to the Holmdel Township Police Department. The goal of the countywide crackdown is to catch distracted drives in the act. For the Holmdel area specifically, Highway 34 will see more patrols out from 3...
Gotham FC vs Washington Spirit promises explosive game in Summer Cup
Women's soccer is on the rise, and the NWSL x LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup is proof that the spectacle is getting more and more exciting. This Sunday, NJ/NY Gotham FC and Washington Spirit will meet at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania, promising an electrifying clash. Both teams are on the back of important victories and are looking forward to a game full of twists and turns.
Broken wind turbine blade ‘crisis’ fuels NJ beach disaster fears
LONG BEACH — A New Jersey anti-wind group is demanding the state stop giving the green light to new offshore wind projects as pieces of fiberglass continue to wash up on the beaches of Nantucket. The renewed calls for a moratorium on awards from the state Board of Public...
New York Yankee executive’s wife found dead in NJ, report says
🔵 Former Mets general manager now works for the Yankees. 🔵 His wife was found dead in their Bergen County home, according to the New York Post. The wife of New York Yankees executive Omar Minaya was found dead in their New Jersey home, according to a report by the New York Post.
NJ gets $72M to build flood-resilient projects
Federal Inflation Reduction Act sets aside $575 million nationwide on prevention work. Thanks to a new federal grant, New Jersey’s communities will have $72 million to help build flood-resilient structures. The grant, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, totals $575 million nationwide and will give New Jersey the third-largest piece of the pie compared to other states. Leaders gathered in Perth Amboy on Friday to deliver the news; Perth Amboy’s waterfront, which was devastated by Superstorm Sandy, was rebuilt with the help of federal dollars.
Man wanted for allegedly robbing bank, carjacking someone in New Castle County
Delaware State Police are searching for the man who allegedly robbed a bank and then carjacked someone on Saturday.It happened at approximately 10 a.m. at the Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union on Quintilio Drive in Bear, New Castle County.The suspect was identified by authorities as 53-year-old Timothy Halsey.He allegedly got away with an undetermined amount of money and then stole a gray Honda Odyssey minivan to get away.Anyone with information on Halsey is asked to contact state police immediately.
Camden County sees nearly 40% dip in overdoses in 2024, data finds
CAMDEN — Camden County officials are celebrating the latest data on overdose numbers. For the first half of 2024, there has been a 39% drop in overdoses when compared to the same months in 2023. "Honestly, the numbers were a bit surprising. We've been leveling off over the last...
Township man charged with defrauding elderly victim
After an eight-month investigation, a Mantua Township man was charged with defrauding an elderly Washington Township resident of approximately $341,000, according to the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office. Christopher Fuscellaro, 32, was arrested outside his residence at about 8:30 a.m. on July 23. Between Sept. 7, 2022 and Nov. 16,...
Judge denies bid to move trial of ex-officer out of Philadelphia due to coverage, protests
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge has turned down a request to move the trial of a former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a motorist as he sat in his car, saying there’s insufficient evidence that the defendant would be unable to get a fair trial in the city. Attorneys for former officer Mark […]
Victim critical after firing back at teen robbers in West Philadelphia: police
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police say arrests have been made after a robbery in Parkside ended with an exchange of gunfire between a victim and a suspect. A 26-year-old man was found with a critical gunshot wound to the chest on the 1200 block of North 41st Street around 9 p.m. Saturday.
14 concerts to see this week, including Sleater-Kinney, The Mountain Goats, Arlo Parks and more
Wrap up August with indie royalty and more. Here are 14 concerts to see in the next seven days, all around Philly. For tickets and more information, head to the WXPN Concert Calendar. Sunday 7/28: Molly Tuttle at Upper Merion Township Park. Bluegrass extraordinaire Molly Tuttle brings her rootsy virtuosity...
Philadelphia gun violence: Activists, survivors, challenge city leaders to create safer neighborhoods
KINGSESSING - Community organizers and crime survivors gathered in Philadelphia to discuss how to keep Philly’s neighborhoods safer. Vice President of the Alliance for Safety and Justice, Aswad Thomas, stated, "We see that there are huge gaps that exist in helping people who experienced crime and violence access the support and services that they need."
Man speaks out after shootout with teens during attempted robbery in Philadelphia
Two teenagers who shot a man during an attempted robbery on Saturday night may also be connected to other crimes in Philadelphia, authorities say.What the teens didn't expect was for the victim to fire back.The incident happened at approximately 9 p.m. on Saturday in the 1200 block of 41st Street in the city's Parkside neighborhood.Twenty-six-year-old Wayne Hamm was injured in the shooting. He told Action News over the phone that he simply could not believe both of the suspects who attacked him were only 16 years old."It's the world nowadays. The young kids don't have no guidance, and the guidance...
Man collecting money for his work gunned down in Philadelphia last year; family seeks answers
A man who was collecting payment for vehicle detailing jobs he had completed was gunned down in Philadelphia last year.Now, one of his relatives hopes someone will come forward to help solve the murder.A relative of 55-year-old Mason Reynolds spoke to Action News anonymously. He described Reynolds as a meticulous person."He had hands like magic. He was a perfectionist when it came to anything he touched -- whether it was cars, his appearance, or his work. You know, he was very diligent, very hardworking," the relative said.Reynolds worked for himself detailing cars.On August 21, 2023, Reynolds collected money for jobs...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
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