
New Jersey
College administrators say any reduction in aid is detrimental to the services they offer. Officials with the governor’s office say they are centering students in funding.
1 month ago
Listen 1:17Burlington County Library reopens cafe in partnership with Special Services School District
Students at the Transitions School will learn job skills and earn work experience operating the cafe at the library system’s Westampton branch, officials said.
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Listen 1:17Judge orders release of New Jersey restaurant owner detained by ICE on a $7,500 bond
A federal judge ruled that Emine Emanet can be released from immigration detention on $7,500. She could be reunited with family by Wednesday.
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South Camden residents demand change from EMR after scrapyard fire
“There have been way too many fires at EMR,” one neighbor said. “Nothing’s been done.”
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Listen 1:18New Jersey politicians, officials react to pending electric rate increase
Officials blame energy policy and the disconnect between demand and supply for the rate hike.
2 months ago
Listen 1:06New Jersey lawmaker wants to keep warehouses away from historical sites
A South Jersey lawmaker has introduced a bill to keep all warehouses in N.J. at least 1,000 feet away from historic districts, landmarks and buildings.
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Listen 1:13“Their actions caused the … 4-story building to be fully engulfed in flames,” one first responder wrote in a report obtained by WHYY News.
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March 6 - March 9: Music brunch at DelArt, Mandy Patinkin in Glenside and “Topdog Underdog” in South Jersey are among this weekend’s event highlights.
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Listen 5:10‘It’s hellish now’: EMR fire leaves Camden residents worried about health and contamination
Neighbors reported difficulty breathing, headaches and lingering odors in the aftermath of the massive blaze.
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Listen 1:11Cat euthanized in New Jersey after becoming sick from bird flu
Nearly 100 domestic cats have been infected with bird flu since 2022 across the country, according to the USDA's latest figures.
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In a recording obtained by WHYY, a Camden County official said it was “by the grace of God” neighboring sewage treatment operations were spared.
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‘It’s cool’: Rutgers University is attracting a growing number of adult learners
N.J. senior citizens are heading back to college. Their favorite courses? History, art and political science classes.
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Listen 1:28Trenton, N.J. officials say police officers are receiving extensive training to safeguard residents and protect their Constitutional rights.
2 months ago
Haddon Township residents and officials rally behind restaurant owners arrested by ICE
Celal and Emine Emanet were taken into custody because of their immigration status, which has been in limbo for years.
2 months ago
Listen 1:07Philadelphia Flower Show, Mardi Gras and an Oscars party in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
“Our Town” in Delaware, a Duran Duran tribute in Philly and “Hollywood, Nebraska” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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