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Historic Investment in SEPTA’s Bus Infrastructure, Part of ‘Bus Revolution’ to Improve Service Reliability PHILADELPHIA (March 16, 2023) – SEPTA is partnering with the City of Philadelphia and PennDOT to install red paint on the Market Street bus-only lanes from 20th to 15th Streets (eastbound) and Juniper to 6th Streets (both directions) in Center City. This initiative will add approximately 1.75 miles of red bus lanes to SEPTA’s network – nearly tripling its current mileage... Read more →

Megan Pacer mpacer@adn.com The 51st running of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race has ended. Jason Mackey and his dog team crossed under the burled arch in Nometoday at 5:03 p.m. Alaska time to conclude the race. Musher Jason Mackey before the ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in downtown Anchorage on Saturday, March 4. (Emily Mesner / ADN) Mackey completed the race in 12 days, 2 hours and 3 minutes. As... Read more →

Philly’s Newest Batch of Must‑Try Restaurants GET READY TO FIND A NEW FAVORITE Having trouble keeping track of all the awesome new restaurants popping up in Philadelphia? We’ve put together a handy guide to help you stay ahead of the culinary curve. From conveyor‐belt sushi spot Kura Sushi to plant‐based Italian BYOB Pietramala, there are oh so many places to add to your list of can’t‐miss meals in Philly. HUNGRY YET? The Biggest Events, Festivals... Read more →

Continues Application Now Open to All Employers, Including Small Businesses PHILADELPHIA (March 15, 2023) – After a successful launch with large and medium-sized employers, SEPTA is expanding its institutional pass program, called “SEPTA Key Advantage”. The Authority is inviting all businesses in the region, including those with fewer than 50 employees, to participate in the program. “We are excited to extend the benefits of SEPTA Key Advantage to all employers,” said SEPTA General Manager and... Read more →

on all Interstate highways as of 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, March 14 Motorists urged to use caution as road conditions can change quickly (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials announced the Commercial Vehicle Travel Restriction will be lifted effective at 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, March 14 for all highways. All vehicles previously listed in the restriction are able to resume normal travel on the following highways in both directions: I-78, entire length... Read more →

Use caution when driving tonight through Tuesday (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials are implementing winter weather protocols based on the forecasted coastal storm, which is expected to bring snow, rain, and strong winds to the state beginning tonight, Monday, March 13, and continuing through Tuesday, March 14. The storm may result in treacherous driving conditions in parts of the state for the morning commute. Precipitation is expected to continue through the... Read more →

Construction to close Wyoming Ave in Audubon CNBNews graphic files (Audubon, NJ) – NJ American Water will continue to repair a water main on Wyoming Avenue from Monday, March 13, through Friday, March 17, between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. There will be a full road closure of Wyoming Avenue between Merchant Street and Nicholson Road. Haddon Avenue Travel Alert in Berlin (BERLIN, NJ) – M.S.P Construction will install a water main on Haddon Avenue... Read more →

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ (March 12, 2023)(CNBNews)--Some rain/snow tonight, then a coastal storm will impact our region Monday through late Tuesday, with the storm peaking Monday night through Tuesday. Our latest briefing can be found here: https://weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf… #pawx #njwx #dewx #mdwx Read more →

WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above the ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. MAPLE SHADE PD TRAVEL ALERT * WHERE...Portions of central and southern Delaware and central and southern New Jersey. * WHEN...From 9 PM EST this evening to 4 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full... Read more →

SEPTA Moves Forward with the Construction of New Transit Hub PHILADELPHIA (March 8, 2023) – SEPTA is moving forward with the construction of the new Wissahickon Transportation Center, which will enhance the customer experience at the busy bus station on Ridge Avenue. “This new, state-of-the-art transit hub will make bus service more convenient and reliable for the thousands of people in northwest Philadelphia neighborhoods who depend on buses to get to work, school, and other... Read more →

Visit Topeka, partnering with Kansas Tourism, to offer four individuals an all-inclusive three-day stay in Topeka Topeka, KS — March 3, 2023 – Visit Topeka, in partnership with Kansas Tourism, announced today the launch of a free trip giveaway to the capital city of Kansas in response to recent remarks by New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Adams made headlines on March 1, following a speech Tuesday in which he mentioned Topeka by name: “God... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – NJ American Water will be repairing a water main on Wyoming Avenue from Monday, March 6, through Friday, March 10, between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. There will be a full road closure of Wyoming Avenue between Merchant Street and Nicholson Road. TRAFFIC ALERT “To avoid delays during work hours, motorists should plan to take alternate routes,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, the Department of Public Works liaison. “Also, remember that when you’re... Read more →

Browning Road Bridge abutment demolition to continue on March 13 (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the lane closures on I-295 northbound that were scheduled to continue next week are being rescheduled as the Direct Connect project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The demolition of the east abutment of the Browning Road Bridge began on Tuesday, February 28, and was scheduled to continue Monday through Friday nights through March 10.... Read more →

GIF image/CNBNews graphic file (AUDUBON, NJ) – NJ American Water will replace the water main on Wyoming Avenue in Audubon from Monday, Feb. 27 to Friday, March 3 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. On Monday and Tuesday, a full road closure of Wyoming Avenue will be between Audubon Avenue and Merchant Street. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, a full road closure of Wyoming Avenue will be between Merchant Street and Nicholson Road. “Since... Read more →

SCRANTON, PA (02/17/2023)-- Area residents were among the 124 University of Scranton students who studied abroad during the Intersession 2023 semester. Students are: Matthew J. Felicia of Medford (08055), a mechanical engineering major studied at Sacred Heart University Dingle, Ireland. Dominic R. Gubitosi of Moorestown (08057), a finance major participated in the university travel course, Irish Political Culture. Erin M. Wheeler of Cherry Hill (08003), an occupational therapy major participated in the American Institute for... Read more →

Overnight closures necessary to repair attenuators (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo's Curve, is scheduled to be closed tonight for emergency guiderail and attenuator repairs as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound will be closed beginning at 10 p.m. tonight, Wednesday,... Read more →

Construction Activity Closes Two Left Lanes of New Jersey Bound Span for Three Months DMB-06Jan2012-006 by Jimbo in Jersey, on Flickr NEW CASTLE, Del. – Today, Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) officials announced that phase two of a major construction project to rehabilitate the bridge deck (driving surface) of the New Jersey bound span of the Delaware Memorial Bridge (DMB) is now underway. Two (2) left lanes of the northbound span will be continuously... Read more →

AccuWeather Global Weather Center - February 15, 2023 - As the environmental monitoring of the air and water continues near East Palestine, Ohio, the latest storm system traversing the country can bring heavy rain and gusty winds, which may expand environmental concerns. A few rounds of rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds, can impact the East Palestine area on Thursday and Thursday night. The first round on Thursday morning can bring steady rain and a few... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – The Camden County Department of Public Works will be doing repairs on the shoulder of Haddonfield-Berlin Road in Voorhees from Monday Feb. 13 to Thursday Feb. 16 between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on daily basis. On Monday and Tuesday, a partial road closure will be westbound on Haddonfield-Berlin Road at the intersection with White Horse Road. There will be a partial road closure eastbound on Wednesday and Thursday at the same... Read more →

At least three lanes will be maintained (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced daytime lane closures on I-76 westbound tomorrow as a project to repair the deck on the I-76 Bridge over Klemm Avenue advances in Gloucester City, Camden County. TRAFFIC ALERT From 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, February 11, NJDOT’s contractor, South State Inc., is scheduled to close two lanes on I-76 westbound between Market Street and... Read more →

Going on vacation to Bonaire is not just about sitting on the sand with an umbrella, sipping a cold drink, watching the waves roll in and out of the different beaches. It's also about making the most of your time, performing great tricks with its water sports. Also, don't worry if you don't understand how to practice these types of sports, since in Bonaire there will be classes in their schools and at the same... Read more →

Unibet to Sponsor Free Rides Home on SEPTA’s Broad Street Line After Eagles- 49ers NFC Championship Game; Extra Pre-Game Service Starts at 11:10 a.m. NRG Station of the Broad Street Line, Wikipedia image PHILADELPHIA (January 26, 2023) – Unibet, a leading platform for online sports betting, bingo, and poker, will help Eagles fans get home safely after the NFC Championship Game by sponsoring free rides home from NRG Station on the Broad Street Line. NRG... Read more →

Closures necessary for drainage and tunnel work (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced I-76 eastbound Exit 1B ramp to I-295 northbound and the Route 42 southbound ramp to Leaf Avenue/Creek road Wednesday and Thursday nights as the Direct Connect and Missing Moves projects advance in Bellmawr, Camden County. I-76 eastbound Exit 1B ramp to I-295 northbound CNBNews graphic file Beginning a 10 p.m. Thursday, January 26, until 5 a.m. Friday,... Read more →

(CAMDEN CITY NJ)(Jaunuary 23, 2023)(CNBNews)-- – PSE&G will be working on a gas main on Federal and Market streets in Camden from Monday, Jan. 23 to Friday, Jan. 27, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily. There will be lane shifts on Federal Street between Broadway and Cooper Street and lane shifts on Market Street between North 2nd and Federal streets. “Since crews will be working in areas with heavy traffic, motorists should plan to... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA (January 19, 2023) – Unibet, a leading platform for online sports betting, bingo, and online poker, is ensuring Eagles fans get home safely after the game this Saturday night by partnering with SEPTA to provide free rides home from NRG Station on the Broad Street Line. Free rides from NRG Station provided exclusively by Unibet and SEPTA will be offered this Sunday, January 21, 2023, beginning at 10:15 p.m. through the end of service.... Read more →

(Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced lane and ramp closures on I-295 northbound and Route 42 northbound tonight and continuing next week as the Direct Connection and Missing Moves projects advance in Bellmawr, Camden County. Route 42 northbound Exit 1B ramp to I-295 northbound closure Beginning at 10 p.m. tonight, Friday, January 20, until 5 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, January 21, and continuing on Monday, January 23 and Tuesday, January 24... Read more →

Cops kill "Cop City" Forest Defender outside Atlanta image source: https://mobile.twitter.com/ydsabloomington (ATLANTA, GA)(January 19, 2023)(CNBNewsnet) Yesterday afternoon, the police shot and killed a protester in Weelaunee Forest. Dozens of heavily armed DeKalb Police, Atlanta Police, and Georgia State police shut down Weelaunee People’s Park and nearby streets before entering the tree line with guns drawn and heavy machinery poised to continue forest destruction. Police have repeatedly raided this public park, flattened community gardens and art... Read more →

AIRPORTS AND ARMADILLOS: PHILADELPHIA ZOO TEAMS UP WITH PHL INTERNATIONAL TO BRING WILDLIFE TO THE AIRPORT * Have you ever seen an armadillo at the airport? You might the next time you fly through Philadelphia International * Photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Zoo Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia Zoo’s education team and animal ambassadors connect travelers to species from around the globe. The partnership, which started in 2019 and then was paused by the COVID-19 pandemic,... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – A $4.1 million project to reconstruct the Somerdale Road Bridge in Gloucester Township is set to begin later this month. This project is being funded through a Local Bridge Future Needs grant administered by the state Department of Transportation. “This project is another investment we are making to our county’s infrastructure to ensure it remains solid to provide for future generations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works.... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – Atlantic City Electric will be performing utility work at 670 Albertson Road in Winslow Township on Wednesday, Jan. 4, and Thursday Jan. 5 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. There will be a full road closure of Albertson Road between Mays Landing Road and Hay Street. “Motorists should plan to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations during work hours to avoid any delays,”... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will be servicing a gas main at 500 and 527 Bell Road in Mt. Ephraim on Wednesday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. A partial road closure will be westbound on Bell Road between Lincoln and Grant avenues. “To avoid any delays, motorists take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that... Read more →

CNBNews graphic files Daytime closures for pothole repairs, overnight closures for guiderail repairs (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced daytime lane closures on I-295 for pothole repairs tomorrow. In addition, I-295 southbound to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, as well as Route 42 northbound, are scheduled to be closed tomorrow night for emergency guiderail repairs as the Direct Connect and Missing Moves projects advance in Bellmawr, Camden County. Daytime... Read more →

WOODBURY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--New Jersey Republican Senator Edward Durr slammed the proposed route for the Glassboro-Camden Line, calling the 18-mile commuter rail project in its current form a patchwork approach that will divide smaller towns, increase traffic, and endanger the safety of residents. Sen. Ed Durr slammed the proposed route for the Glassboro-Camden Line, calling the commuter rail project in its current form a patchwork approach that will divide smaller towns, increase traffic, and endanger the... Read more →

NJDOT issues commercial vehicle restrictions on multiple Interstate highways beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, December 23 Restrictions do not apply to New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway or Atlantic City Expressway (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti has issued a commercial vehicle travel restriction on multiple Interstate highways in New Jersey starting at 9 a.m. Friday, December 23 based on the forecast for rapidly falling temperatures that may lead to... Read more →

Biggest winter storm of season yet to unload travel-snarling snow, ice in Northeast Accumulating snow will fall on approximately 200,000 square miles of the interior Northeast with amounts topping a foot for some, and other hazards like ice and windswept rain will lead to significant travel disruptions. AccuWeather Global Weather Center – December 14, 2022 – The weather system that has unleashed an all-out blizzard in parts of the north-central United States and deadly tornadoes... Read more →

via GIPHY MEDIA ADVISORY: Winter storm with heavy snow, ice expected to reach Northeast later this week TRACK DEVELOPMENTS ON ACCUWEATHER'S LIVE BLOG HERE AccuWeather Global Weather Center - December 13, 2022 - An enormous cross-country storm that will unleash blizzard conditions in the northern United States and potentially trigger a severe weather outbreak in the South this week also has its sights set on the Northeast. AccuWeather meteorologists expect the enormous storm to create... Read more →

To install steel beams as part of the Missing Moves project...I-295/Al-Jo’s Curve to be closed and detoured later this week (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced overnight ramp closures on Route 42 this week as the I-295/Route 42 Missing Moves project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo's Curve, is scheduled to be closed and... Read more →

Samuel Stebbins, 24/7 Wall St. via The Center Square Dec 6, 2022 source https://www.americanyawp.com Across the country, hundreds of thousands of companies have established remote work policies in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions of Americans are no longer bound to an office and are now free to relocate without considering the proximity to their employer - and some clear trends are emerging. A recent study from moving services company United Van Lines showed... Read more →

Roadwork to shift lanes in Camden City (Lindenwold, NJ)– PSE&G will be working on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard from Monday Dec. 12 through Friday Dec. 16. Daily work hours are from Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a lane shift on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard between South 4th and South 5th streets. “Since work will be done during peak commuting hours, motorists are encouraged to take alternate... Read more →

SEPTA would like to advise Lansdale/Doylestown Regional Rail Line riders about upcoming service adjustments due to repair work. Shuttle buses will replace train service between Colmar and Doylestown Stations on Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4. Riders should add at least 15 minutes to their travel time and check this timetable, as shuttle bus departure times will be different from regularly scheduled train times. For real-time service updates, follow @SEPTA on Twitter. Read more →

Weekends just got more exciting with PATCO's new unlimited Weekend Monthly Pass. PATCO is the best way to Philadelphia and South Jersey's many cultural, recreation, and event destinations. Starting November 4, you can ride unlimited on weekends for only $18.00 per month. It has never been easier or more economical to ride PATCO to explore everything our area has to offer. Enjoy a night out on the town, explore museum attractions, and experience annual holiday... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – Camden County will be performing road work on Chew Road in Waterford Township on Friday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CNBNews graphic file There will be a full road closure from Pestleton Avenue to Route 206. “Since crews will be working during peak commuting hours, motorists should plan to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations to avoid any delays,” said Commissioner... Read more →

CNBNews graphic files Meteorological winter starts on Thursday, but prolonged waves of Arctic air and the chance for nor’easters may not arrive until after the start of the new year. AccuWeather Global Weather Center – November 30, 2022 – This winter is shaping up to be a roller coaster ride in New York City, according to the latest long-range prognostications from AccuWeather meteorologists. The meteorological winter season will start Thursday, Dec. 1, while astronomical winter... Read more →

Wanted: Suspect for Shooting Incident of a Philadelphia Parking Authority Enforcement Officer in the 15th District November 30, 2022 The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s help locating the male in the attached photos. The male depicted in the photos was involved in a shooting of a Philadelphia Parking Authority Enforcement Officer on the 45xx block Frankford Avenue on November 25, 2022, at 3:50 PM. He is described as Black or Hispanic, 5’9″ […]... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will install a new gas main on Union Avenue in Pennsauken from Monday, November 28 to Friday, December 2. CNBNews graphic files There will be a full road closure of Union Avenue as crews move down Union Avenue between Park Avenue and Maple Avenue. Closures include between Park and Pennsylvania avenues, between Marion and Pennsylvania avenues, between Orchard Avenue and Collins Lane and between Collins Lane and Maple Avenue. “Since crews... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will return to Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard in Camden to install natural gas services from Monday, November 28 to Friday, December 2, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. There will be a lane shift on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard between South 3rd Street and Broadway. Also, PSE&G will install services to the new gas main on State Street in Camden from Monday, November 28, to Friday, December 2,... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will be installing a new gas main on Union Avenue in Pennsauken from Monday Nov. 28 to Friday, Dec. 2. There will be a full road closure of Union Avenue as crews move down Union Avenue between Park Avenue and Maple Avenue. Closures include between Park and Pennsylvania avenues, between Marion and Pennsylvania avenues, between Orchard Avenue and Collins Lane and between Collins Lane and Maple Avenue. “Since crews will be... Read more →

Annual Tradition Continues with Free Ride from NRG Station on Special ‘Santa Express’ Train PHILADELPHIA (November 22, 2022) – The SEPTA ‘Santa Express’ - powered by Penn Medicine - returns for its 31st year to kick off the holiday season in Center City, Philadelphia, on Friday, November 25. “SEPTA is excited to kick off the holiday season with the Santa Express,” said SEPTA CEO and General Manager Leslie S. Richards. “We are honored to be... Read more →

AccuWeather meteorologists issued their annual ski season forecast, highlighting that this winter could be “very interesting” for skiers in one of the country's most populated regions. AccuWeather Global Weather Center – November 21, 2022 – The wait is finally over for skiers and snowboarders across the United States as snow has returned and a new ski season is underway, although AccuWeather forecasters warn that some popular mountains could be hurting for snow in the coming... Read more →

KABUL AUGUST 2021--When the United States announced it was leaving their country, 1000s of Afghans jammed the Kabul Airport trying to catch a flight. lee the country. One family who was lucky enough to find a seat on a departing flight to the United States now wonders if they made the right decision. (image courtesy of the Daily Mail and Globe) +++++ What Happened to Rezwan Kartikay Mehrotra, ProPublica, and Matti Gellman, The Kansas City... Read more →