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New Jersey Lawmaker Pushes to Keep Warehouses Away from Historic Landmarks

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New Jersey is home to about 200 officially recognized historic sites, from centuries-old neighborhoods to well-known landmarks like Lucy the Elephant in Margate and the Statue of Liberty, and now a new bill aims to prevent warehouses from being built too close to these locations. Assemblywoman Carol Murphy of Burlington County introduced legislation that would […]

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NJ State Politicians Launch New South Jersey Podcast for Local News Updates

Community Update, News In Brief / SNJ Today

A new South Jersey podcast, “State House Minute,” has been launched by New Jersey’s Third Legislative District to keep residents informed about local and state government issues. State Senator John Burzichelli, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons, and Assemblyman Dave Bailey Jr. introduced the podcast at the end of January 2025. The first episode aired on February 4,

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New Jersey Woman Accused of Abusing Children at Home Private Daycare

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A woman running a private daycare in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, is now facing serious charges after being accused of abusing young children in her care. Authorities say 36-year-old Danielle Ingraham, a mother of three, was arrested and charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of child cruelty.

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Palmetto Southern Kitchen + Bar Opens March 18 in Asbury Park, NJ

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A new restaurant, Palmetto Southern Kitchen + Bar, will open on March 18, 2024, in Asbury Park, New Jersey. It will take over the 1100 Ocean Avenue boardwalk location previously occupied by The Break, a temporary concept replacing Langosta Lounge. The restaurant is owned by BarCo Brands, a hospitality group led by Phil Villapiano, Andrea

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Cold Stone Creamery Expands to Hampden Township with a New Location

Community Update, Taste of the Town / SNJ Today

Cold Stone Creamery is expanding in Cumberland County with a new location in Hampden Township. The store will open in April at 6042 Carlisle Pike, in a newly built shopping area that includes Dave’s Hot Chicken and Club Pilates. Franchise owners Umash Chellappa and Subu Sathianarayanan are leading the opening. They focus on customer experience,

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Full Schedule of New Jersey Events for St. Patrick’s Day 2025: Parades, Food, and Festivities

Community Update, The Great Outdoors / SNJ Today

New Jersey celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with parades, music, and Irish traditions. Events took place across the state, bringing thousands of people together to honor Irish heritage. Now, with a few events still on the calendar, there are more opportunities to join the festivities. The celebrations began on March 1 in Mount Holly, where the

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South Jersey’s New Transit Plan: NJ Transit Advances Glassboro-Camden Light Rail Despite Opposition

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NJ Transit is proceeding with the Glassboro-Camden Line (GCL), an 18-mile light rail system connecting Glassboro in Gloucester County to Camden. The project, fully funded by the state with an initial $250 million, will restore passenger rail service along an existing freight corridor. The line will include stations in several municipalities, including Pitman, Sewell, Woodbury,

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Judge Dismisses Corruption Charges Against George Norcross, State Plans Appeal

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A New Jersey judge has dismissed all racketeering charges against George E. Norcross III, a powerful Democratic figure in South Jersey, and his five co-defendants. The ruling, issued by Superior Court Judge Peter Warshaw, puts an end to a case that accused them of using threats and political influence to control real estate deals in

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Wildfire in South Jersey Scorches 293 Acres as Strong Winds Spread Smoke Across Salem County

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A large wildfire broke out at Fort Mott State Park in Pennsville Township, Salem County, New Jersey, on Saturday afternoon. The fire started around 2 p.m. and quickly spread due to strong winds and dry conditions. As the flames grew, thick black smoke filled the sky and was visible for miles. Traffic cameras operated by

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Victor DeLuca to Receive Maplewood Rotary Citizenship Award at Annual Masquerade Ball

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Victor DeLuca, a longtime leader in Maplewood, will be honored by the town’s Rotary Club at its upcoming masquerade ball on April 4. The Citizenship Award recognizes his 26 years on the Maplewood Township Committee, including 14 as mayor, a role in which he left a lasting impact on the community. DeLuca’s journey in public

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