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Dry conditions spark ban on backyard fire pits, campfires in Cape May County
Outdoor fire restrictions are in effect for Cape May County due to abnormally dry conditions, state officials announced.
4 years ago
Feds award $32.5 million beach replenishment contract in Ocean City, N.J. area
More beach replenishment and dune building is coming to Cape May County, federal officials announced.
4 years ago
Skyscrapers in the sea: Massive wind turbines planned off Delaware coast
The latest plans to harness the power of the wind feature massive sea skyscrapers installed east of the state’s beaches in the Skipjack Wind Farm.
4 years ago
As Mother Bethel burial ground gets historical marker, community reflects on those forgotten
The site, which lies beneath Weccacoe Playground in South Philadelphia, is considered one of the first independent cemeteries for free African Americans.
4 years ago
‘Our voice still matters’: Philly looks to register people on probation and parole to vote
In Pa., people with felony convictions can vote following the completion of their sentence, even if they’re on probation or parole. But many don’t know it.
4 years ago
Philadelphia traffic deaths on the rise, despite Vision Zero promise
Two years ago, Philadelphia started a program that promised to eliminate traffic deaths by 2030. But is it working? Officials say it’s too soon to tell.
4 years ago
Shore town is first in N.J. to offer curbside ‘plastic film’ recycling
A Monmouth County coastal municipality is the first in New Jersey to offer curbside plastic film recycling.
4 years ago
‘I love you, Gritty’: 3yo CHOP patient gets love, cakes, and maybe a mascot visit
Jack’s parents were humbled by all the support they got after posting their son’s letter.
4 years ago
African American Chamber of Commerce of Pa., N.J. and Del. names new president
In about two weeks, entrepreneur Donovan Sterling West will take on a new role — as president of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Pa., N.J., and Del.
4 years ago
As window for claims closes, Archdiocese of Philadelphia to pay $32M to abuse victims
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has offered over $32 million to victims of sexual abuse so far — a number that’s likely to go up.
4 years ago
Why Muhammad Ali’s former S. Jersey mansion has neighbors up in arms
Raucous parties at Muhammad Ali's former mansion-turned-Airbnb has put Cherry Hill, N.J. in the midst of a bigger debate about how these rentals affect communities.
Air Date: October 1, 2019
Listen 12:01Poll: N.J. residents support reducing single-use plastic bags, but are reluctant to ban them
A new poll finds that New Jersey residents support cutting down on single-use plastic bags, but they get squeamish at the idea of a complete ban.
4 years ago
Mother of missing N.J. girl pleads for rumors to stop as search enters third week
The missing girl’s mother asked the public to focus on her daughter’s innocence and stop spreading hurtful rumors online.
4 years ago
SEPTA transit police still awaiting new service weapons
SEPTA’s police force is still carrying the Sig Sauer P320 handgun, after a transit police officer’s P320 service weapon fired while holstered at Suburban Station.
4 years ago
Security at Pittsburgh area synagogues expected to be strict this year
Rosh Hashanah begins Sunday evening and security for Pittsburgh area Jewish New Year celebrations are expected to be greater than previous years.
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