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By Eric Nemeth | CNBNEWS CONTRIBUTOR source NFL (NEW ORLEANS -- Jan. 27, 2025) (CNBNews)--The Super Bowl matchup is finalized, featuring a rematch from two years ago between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. Ticketing technology company Victory Live reports today that the Average Ticket Price (ATP) for this year's Super Bowl, as of Sunday, Jan. 26, was $8,029 per ticket across the secondary market. As of this morning (Jan. 27), the ATP has risen to $9,092 per ticket for sales occurring between yesterday's championship games and today. The increase signifies an 18% rise in average ticket prices compared to the same period in 2023 ($7,684), when the Chiefs and Eagles faced off in the Super Bowl for the first time. The figures only reflect sold tickets and do not include fees. SOURCE ERIC NEMETH, VICTORY LIVE
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In 1965, The U.S. Army put together Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol platoons. Their purpose was to out guerrilla the "guerrillas" AMERICAN HEROES—In a gripping special episode of Defense News Weekly, veterans of the Army's Long-Range Reconnaissance Patrols in Vietnam recount their intense and often harrowing experiences during a conflict. These brave individuals, part of the elite Special Forces unit known as the "Shadows in the Jungle," undertook perilous missions in Vietnam's treacherous and dense landscapes. Astonishingly, many of these soldiers were merely teenagers, ranging in age from 17 to 21, embodying a level of bravery and resilience that pushed the boundaries of human endurance. The units consisted of small teams of six expertly trained soldiers, each one equipped to navigate the unforgiving terrain and operate behind enemy lines for an entire week at a time. In their clandestine operations, they often found themselves perilously close to enemy encampments, where even...
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Mayor David R. Mayer, Township Council, and the Gloucester Township Office of Veterans Affairs are excited to invite you to a monthly event: Coffee with a Vet! This event will take place on the last Tuesday of every month at the Gloucester Township Senior Center, 1261 Chews Landing Rd. from 10am-12pm. We ask you to join us for our kick-off this month January 28, from 10am-12pm. There is no registration. Walk-in's are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity for local veterans to come together, enjoy complimentary coffee, and connect with fellow service members. Let’s foster camaraderie and support in our community! Spread the word and join us for this special event! For more information and upcoming dates, please visit: https://glotwp.com/news/coffee-with-a-vet/.
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Customers will be able to use the convenience of mobile devices and contactless credit cards to ride PATCO Budget: $16.9 million Construction phase: 2022-2025 Estimated completion: Fall 2025 The Ticket Collection Enhancement & Modernization Project upgrades PATCO’s fare collection system, introducing additional contactless payment options such as mobile phones, smartwatches, and contactless credit/debit cards, all of which can be used directly at PATCO fare gates. Key improvements include: Upgraded Fare Gate Readers: Supporting modern payment methods, including credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, for faster, seamless entry. Enhanced Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs): Now capable of dispensing paper money as change, instead of dollar coins. New Limited-Use Smart Tickets: Replacing magnetic striped paper tickets with tickets contactless technology. Modernized Point-of-Sale Systems: Upgraded FREEDOM Card Service Center systems for improved customer service. The existing fare collection system, introduced in 2007, is reaching the end of its useful life, with...
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GUEST OPINION by Special to the New Jersey Monitor, New Jersey Monitor January 27, 2025 By Hannah Waldfogel This article was produced in partnership with Behavioral Scientist. Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot and anyone going faster than you is a maniac? – George Carlin New Jersey has endless claims to fame. It was the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights. Per square mile, it has more diners, horses, and people than any other state. It’s home to the world’s longest boardwalk, largest water tower, and is the birthplace of America’s sweetheart, Danny DeVito. New Jersey also has the most traffic congestion of any state, some of the worst roads, and is the most dangerous place for pedestrians. Nearly 30 percent of all fatal accidents in NJ in 2024 involved pedestrians, compared to the national average of 17.3 percent. Some of...
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SAY ICE raid in Newark as ‘chilling,’ ‘cruel’ by Sophie Nieto-Munoz, New Jersey Monitor January 24, 2025 Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz took to the podium in Newark City Hall Friday, hours after immigration enforcement officials shocked the city in a job site raid — and urged the packed room of residents, immigrant advocates, and reporters to pray. “I’m afraid, and maybe, I’m tired, emotional. I don’t want to be here as the senate majority leader — I’m here as a mother, as a Newarker, as a first-generation Puerto Rican born here,” said Ruiz, her voice breaking. Ruiz (D-Essex) was one of dozens of elected officials and activists who spoke at a news conference in Newark to denounce the Thursday raid that led ICE agents to detain several undocumented workers and U.S. citizens, including a military veteran. Throughout the hour-long meeting, they described the agents’ actions as “chilling,” “cruel,” and...
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El Camino Real — Photo courtesy Northern Liberties Business Improvement District Over a dozen NoLibs restaurants unite as Northern Liberties Restaurant Week returns with multi-course prix-fixe meal deals. This year’s event features dinners with three or more courses for $25, $35 or $45, with cuisine including top-notch Japanese fare at the uber-casual Yanaga Kappo Izakaya, Mexican cantina faves at El Camino Real, Mediterranean eats at Apricot Stone and more. Where: Participating restaurants including El Camino Real, 1040 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA read more
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Pair of Atkins, Speight, McCann Stamato bills would evaluate AI’s effects on New Jersey’s workforce & establish an AI apprenticeship program for NJ students (TRENTON) — The Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee yesterday approved legislation focused on supporting New Jersey and its workforce as the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Industry grows. Bill A4935 would create an apprenticeship program for students in the field of AI to hone their skills. Bill A4888 would assess the impact of AI on the labor market to identify ways to address job loss, and find opportunities where AI training could further bolster the workforce. Assembly members Reginald Atkins, Shanique Speight and Barbara McCann Stamato sponsored both bills. Bill A4935 would establish an AI Apprenticeship Program in the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL). Under the bill, the program would collaborate with AI companies to offer apprenticeship opportunities, facilitate partnerships between employers and...
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Advocate Shares Valuable Insights for Navigating Complex Medical System ESSEX JUNCTION, VT, Jan. 21, 2025 — Advocate, artist and author Linda Moran wants to bring about change in the world by empowering others to advocate for better healthcare for themselves and their loved ones. “I need to get the word out that you have choices, and they’re your choices — they’re not your doctor’s choices,” Moran said. When her husband’s health began its serious decline after open heart surgery, she was prepared to support him through a challenging recovery that included a stroke and speech aphasia. But as Dean pinballed from one medical crisis to another, the couple encountered unexpected obstacles completely beyond their control, including a network of doctors that gave them contradictory care instructions and left them feeling woefully uninformed. Along the way, they grappled with questions such as: Why is it so hard to get answers from...
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By Thomas Ryan This Congress is inheriting a healthcare disaster. Across America, companies that provide vital medical equipment to Medicare patients in their homes are drastically cutting services -- or shutting their doors completely. Without action, millions of seniors could lose access to oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, and other essential equipment that keeps them healthy at home. At the start of 2024, Medicare slashed payments for a major segment of home medical equipment providers by 20%. These rates -- already too low before this year's cuts -- now fall catastrophically short of market realities. A perfect storm of supply chain disruptions, rising fuel costs for equipment delivery and service calls, and a nationwide shortage of trained technicians has sent operating costs soaring. Other payers -- including private Medicare Advantage plans, commercial insurers, and Medicaid -- have followed Medicare and cut their rates as well. For hundreds of small businesses that provide...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (JANUARY 27, 2025)(CNBNews)--During a recent journey through the vast expanse of the World Wide Web, we uncovered the fascinating real estate market in Gloucester City. Among the listings on HOMES.COM, one property particularly caught our eye: a stunningly renovated home nestled in the highly coveted Park Avenue neighborhood with an inviting price tag of $305,000. In a different yet equally vibrant part of town, another property in the row-home west-side area of the 700 block of Hunter Street commands a loftier price of $330,000, showcasing the area's growing appeal. Meanwhile, real estate agent Bob Stein from HomeSmart First Advantage Realty has a charming building lot listed at 309 Nicholson Road, offered at an attractive price of $160,000, making it an excellent opportunity for potential builders. The west side of Gloucester City boasts a range of generally more affordable homes, with many listings found in the $200,000s. However,...
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by Kristian Hernández, Center for Public Integrity April 2, 2024 I started reporting on missing migrant children four years ago, almost by accident. I was trekking up a steep muddy road in the northern highlands of Guatemala, looking for the mother of a 16-year-old who drowned in the Rio Grande, when a man outside a small chapel greeted my fixer and me. The man waved and asked if we needed help. We stopped for a minute to catch our breath. Half panting, I shared with the stranger that I was investigating a story for the Center for Public Integrity about migrants who died crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. The man, a local pastor, looked out over a vast valley and said there had been many cases there involving migrants who crossed into the U.S. and were never heard from again. Most, like the boy I was reporting on, were children who...
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