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'Tested by fire': Easton firefighter who fought July 5 blaze promoted to lieutenant
EASTON, Pa. — Mayor Sal Panto Jr. swore in firefighter Joseph Leicht as a lieutenant at city council’s meeting last week. But Leicht already had gone through the proverbial “trial by fire” during the Lehigh Street fire over Independence Day weekend. Firefighters, EMTs and other emergency...
Ocean City Basketball Tourney to Honor “Really Special Person”
Victoria McHugh recalled her late boyfriend, Connor Laverty, as being a charismatic person and star athlete, but someone who was also compassionate and humble. “I think for me, he was my greatest confidante and best listener. He also had the ability to talk and listen to anyone in front of him. He was super-charismatic, too. The things he cared about, he made part of his life. He was a really special person,” she said in an interview.
Glasgow traffic stop leads to drug arrests
A traffic stop in Glasgow led to the arrest of two Elkton, Md., residents on drug charges. The incident happened just before 6:30 p.m. July 23 on Pulaski Highway near the Maryland state line, according to Delaware State Police. A trooper on patrol saw a Dodge Avenger with expired tags make an improper lane change and, a few minutes later, speed out of a Wawa parking lot. The car then...
Two nurses and local bystander save Havertown man's life at basketball game
A night this Havertown man will never forget is when three people saved his life while he was under cardiac arrest.Vince Cicione lost consciousness at a basketball tournament; but, it wasn't long before his daughter started CPR.Then, two nurses also came to the aid of the CPR, and utilized an Automated External Defibrillator.They were Liz Babeuf and Kerri Pierangeli. Thanks to all of them, Cicione is alive today.He considers himself lucky to have survived past this March, as he now has 2 grandchildren who have been born since then.For more information, check out the video above.
10 most expensive homes sold in the Trenton area, July 15-21
A house in Ewing that sold for $590,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Trenton area in the past week. In total, 17 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $207,806. The average price per square foot was $141.
Double Fatal: Women Ages 21, 22 Dead, Multiple Injured On Black Horse Pike, Reports Say
According to 6abc and NJ Advance Media, 21-year-old Escarlin Suriel of Atlantic City, and 22-year-old Gabriella Constrantino, of Pleasantville, both died in the incident at approximately 8:30 p.m. on the 8000 block of the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township. The crash was caused by a westbound Nissan Sentra...
Atlantic City, New Jersey Announces 1st Time Homeowner Lottery
Atlantic City, New Jersey Mayor Marty Small has announced the creation of a 1st time homeowners lottery, that will change the lives of the lucky winners. Each selected lottery winner will have the opportunity to purchase a new $ 400,000 home for approximately 1/2 price. The homes will be located...
Margate holds 21st annual Wine Tasting to raise money for students
The Margate Business Association Friday evening held its 21st annual Wine Tasting event at Memories in Margate. The event raises money for students of the Margate school district to complete their educations or to support students in need. Nearly 200 philanthropic minded individuals attended the event to socialize and bid...
To all NJ retailers thinking of Christmas displays now
Summer in New Jersey is all about fun in the sun. At no point is anyone thinking about Christmas at such an early point in the year. Well, maybe except for Christmas in July. But once we get through July, that should be it. No more Santa, no more Christmas trees, and certainly no mega holiday displays in stores. In fact, those shouldn't make an appearance until we get closer to Thanksgiving.
Robert Menendez Elementary School will change its name after the senator's conviction
A New Jersey elementary school will change its name, losing the moniker of disgraced Sen. Bob Menendez after his conviction on bribery charges was confirmed by a Manhattan court earlier this month. The Robert Menendez Elementary School in West New York, N.J., will be called PS #3, its previous name,...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sun 7/28
4 - 6 knots (Gust 11 knots) TODAY: NW winds around 5 kt, becoming E early this afternoon, then becoming SE late. Seas around 2 ft. Wave Detail: SE 2 ft at 9 seconds and NE 1 foot at 2 seconds. TONIGHT: S winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 2...
More bank closures in New Jersey
💸 Dozens of bank branches have closed in New Jersey this year. 💸 Online banking has reduced the need to visit a physical branch office. A Pennsylvania-based bank has announced the closure of 13 branch offices including nine in New Jersey. It's the latest in a wave of...
Stop The Sting Is Helping To Control New Jersey’s Jellyfish Population
If you've spent any time in the Barnegat Bay this summer, you may have noticed that you're not alone when you're swimming. And I'm not talking about the other swimmers. Sea Nettles, a type of Jellyfish have been running rampant this summer causing a lot of people to get stung.
LOOK! See Trailer for ‘A Complete Unknown’ Starring Timothée Chalamet Filmed in New Jersey!
Glimpses of New Jersey are about to hit the big screen in a brand new movie starring one of Hollywood's most prominent stars. The official trailer for 'A Complete Unknown', a bio pic focusing on the comeuppance of legendary folk singer Bob Dylan, just dropped today. The film, directed by James Mangold stars the incredible, Oscar-nominated Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan.
Here’s What New Jersey Needs To Know About The Deadly Listeria Outbreak
Going to the deli in Jersey is kind of like second nature; you go to pick up subs, deli pickles, cold salads, and of course your lunch meat for the week. I've always been a big cold-cuts guy smoked turkey and cheese have been a staple for lunch for years, however, due to a new listeria outbreak, deli meats may have to be taken off the menu.
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