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* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with 45 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southern Delaware and central and southern New Jersey. * WHEN...From noon to 8 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * AFFECTED AREAS: INLAND SUSSEX ... DELAWARE BEACHES ... WESTERN MONMOUTH ... EASTERN MONMOUTH ... OCEAN ... ATLANTIC ... CAPE MAY ... ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY ... COASTAL ATLANTIC ... COASTAL OCEAN ... SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON Instructions: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile...
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(Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 14-year-old from Whitman Park. Zy’airia Scurry has been reported missing from the area of Mount Ephraim and Lansdowne avenues. She is described as a black female, 5’5”, 240 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a black jacket and gray sneakers. She is known to frequent Whitman Park and Fairview. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042.
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2024 Parades of Lights!!! Here are some local Fire Truck Parades you can attend this holiday season!— feeling festive. (Disclaimer: Dates and times are subject to change without notice. There are no rain dates. Not responsible for any errors.)
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Andy Kim was formally sworn in to represent New Jersey in the United States Senate. Kim announced offices in Washington, DC and New Jersey, and the hiring of senior staff to lead his office and ensure New Jerseyans are effectively represented in the U.S. Senate. “I’m ready to get to work for the people of New Jersey,” said Senator Kim. “I’ll fight everyday to restore the promise of a democracy that represents the people, not the well-off and well-connected, of safety and security at home and abroad, and an economy that ensures that everyone who...
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The Camden County Police Department continues to reduce property crimes like illegal dumping, graffiti and other quality of life issues throughout the city. Less than a month ago the mayor and Board of Commissioners held a press conference outside a gas station located at 2361 Admiral Wilson Boulevard that had become a haven for illegal dumping, squatting and drug use. Since that time, the property was cleaned, and the structures were fortified by the city Department of Public Works. On Friday, Dec. 6, suspect Donald Park III, from Cherry Hill Township was arrested not once, but twice spray-painting graffiti on...
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On December 9, 2024, formerly of Collingswood, NJ. Age 68 years. Beloved wife of the late Albert Earley. Loving mother of Stephen Earley and Kristine Earley. Dear grandmother of Ali and Ava. She is also lovingly survived by her sister, Loretta Falcone (Richard); her brother, Carmen Barbone, Jr. (Terry) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Cynthia enjoyed cooking, taking day trips and loved spending time with her family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Saturday, December 14, 10 AM to 11 AM at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 820 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ. Prayer Service will follow...
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William E. Cleary | CNBNews Editor Gloucester High School in the background and Peyton by the flag pole (CNBNews photo credit) Gloucester City, NJ (December 1, 2024)(CNBNews)--A $6.5 million partial roofing repair at Gloucester High School, located at 1300 Market Street, has been in progress for nearly two weeks. Neatly stacked on the PSE&G property next to the school is row after row of material needed to repair a partial roof section. The project is under the auspices of the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA or SDA). That authority is the State agency responsible for fully funding and managing...
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Voorhees, NJ, December ##, 2024 — Four Jefferson Health employees in New Jersey recently were recognized with Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Awards for their commitment to exceptional care and exemplifying the positive impact caregivers have on patients, families, and colleagues. The honorees include Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital Patient Care Technician Melissa Chalfant, of the Intensive Care Unit; and Jefferson Stratford Hospital Patient Care Technician Sarah Flaer, of the Emergency Department — as well as Jefferson Washington Township Hospital's Intensive Care Unit Secretary Dawn Valora, and the Respiratory Team. Chalfant, of Atco, was described as a “life-saver” by a patient’s family...
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On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Lower Township Rotary will be hosting their 42nd Annual Christmas Parade along Bayshore Road. The parade is scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m. from Breakwater Plaza, at Breakwater and Bayshore Roads. From there, the parade will proceed Southbound onto Bayshore Road, to Rosehill Parkway in North Cape May and end at approximately 9:00 p.m. Motorists are advised to avoid this area for the duration of the parade, if they are not participating in it or traveling to the area to enjoy the festivities. Motorists can expect delays and detours. Bayshore Road will be closed...
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Celebrate the holiday season with Gloucester City's Winter Wonderland! Join us for an enchanting evening filled with family-friendly activities, holiday cheer, and community fun. Here’s what you can look forward to: Santa Parade: Watch as Santa arrives in style! The parade kicks off at 5:30 PM at the Gloucester City Library and travels along Monmouth Street to King Street, ending at Proprietors Park. Free Ice Skating: Enjoy a magical night on the ice – perfect for skaters of all ages and skill levels. Live Nativity Scene: Experience the beauty of the season with a live nativity, a treasured holiday tradition....
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(Trenton) – I-295, Route 42 and I-76 are scheduled to have overnight lane closures this week to install shielding under the beams that were recently installed for the new Browning Road Bridge as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The lane closures will vary each night depending on the section of the bridge they being worked on. Monday, December 9 Beginning at 10 p.m. tonight, Monday, December 9 until 5 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, December 10, the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo's Curve, will be closed and detoured. The...
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CNBNews The information below was released by Gloucester City in 2023 This Redevelopment FAQ is intended to provide background on the efforts for redevelopment in Gloucester City, to offer a timeline for the study and to answer some specific questions regarding certain actions or results arising from the redevelopment process. WHAT IS REDEVELOPMENT AND WHY NOW? The Mayor and City Council believe that a vital downtown is essential to our community’s wellbeing. A downtown district must be attractive safe, and provide goods and services that answer the needs of our residents. Gloucester City is a great place to live and...
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Will Santa be driving through Westville??? You bet he will!!!
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(TRENTON) — Legislation designed to help homeowners pay off their mortgages faster cleared the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee today. Bill A4893 would require financial institutions to allow homeowners to make biweekly and semi-monthly mortgage payments or pay additional amounts to their loans without any penalty. Assemblywomen Tennille R. McCoy and Shanique Speight and Assemblyman Joe Danielsen sponsored the bill. "Splitting your monthly mortgage payment into two payments can lead to significant cost savings for homeowners,” said Assemblywoman McCoy (D-Mercer, Middlesex). “By making biweekly payments, homeowners can reduce the overall interest paid over the life of the loan and...
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Avoid Airport Circle There is a multi-vehicle crash on the Airport Circle (Route 130, Route 30, Route 38). Please avoid the area if possible due to ramp closures until the vehicles can be removed from the roadway. Alert sent on 12/10/2024 at 8:10AM EST
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Advisory: Dense Fog Advisory until 09:00AM * WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of northern Delaware, southern New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. * AFFECTED AREAS: NEW CASTLE ... SALEM ... GLOUCESTER ... CAMDEN ... NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON ... OCEAN ... CUMBERLAND ... ATLANTIC ... CAPE MAY ... ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY ... COASTAL ATLANTIC ... COASTAL OCEAN ... SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON ... DELAWARE ... PHILADELPHIA Instructions: If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
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In the aftermath of a motorcycle accident in Golden, CO, the priority is often immediate medical attention, but understanding how to protect your legal rights is just as essential. Consideration should be given to the nuances of Colorado’s motorcycle laws, the importance of proper documentation, and the role of a competent attorney in steering through the insurance landscape. The implications of these actions can greatly impact potential compensation claims. The question then arises - how does one effectively safeguard their rights and interests in such complex circumstances? Understanding Colorado Motorcycle Laws Colorado is home to a set of unique motorcycle...
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Car seat design is on the brink of a revolutionary transformation, driven by the rise of autonomous vehicles. These cutting-edge vehicles are redefining not just how we travel but also how we experience comfort and technology on the road. Imagine intelligent car seats that don’t just support you but actively communicate through user-friendly interfaces. These advancements go beyond mere convenience—they represent groundbreaking innovation and lucrative opportunities within the automotive industry. As companies race to develop the next big breakthrough, the possibilities are endless. Picture a seat that senses your fatigue or stress and adjusts itself to your preferred position, creating...
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Rutgers Health experts issue a call to action for the FDA to grant marketing orders for nicotine pouch products that meet its standards faster than it had e-cigarettes 6-Dec-2024 9:35 AM EST, by Rutgers University-New Brunswick Newswise — In a commentary published in JAMA, experts at the Rutgers Institute for Nicotine & Tobacco Studies have issued a call to action to head off the proliferation of nicotine pouches based on lessons learned from electronic-cigarette regulation Authors Cristine Delnevo, director of the institute, and Mary Hrywna, associate professor, argue the U.S. Food and Drug Administration should act swiftly now to exercise...
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