
New Jersey
New Jersey officials warn swimmers about rip currents caused by Hurricane Erin
While Hurricane Erin is not expected to make landfall in New Jersey, the storm is generating large waves and powerful rip currents.
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As farmworkers face longer, hotter harvest seasons, their risk of heat-related illness grows
Agricultural workers in the U.S. are 35 times more likely to die from heat-related stress than people working in any other field.
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Listen 12:08The event features Latino performers, games and activities for children and a dozen food trucks offering Latino and Hispanic cuisine.
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New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know before you vote
New Jersey’s general election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.
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The county’s first cannabis shop blends surf shop charm with strict compliance, community engagement and education for customers 21 to 90.
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Billy Idol, Art Under the Stars, the Philadelphia Folk Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
Aug. 14–17: Comedian Jim Gaffigan in Delaware, Jazz on the Ave. in North Philly and Collingswood Arts Fest in South Jersey are among the highlights.
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Listen 5:40Camden residents remember Esiyah Dixon-Waheed, who was killed in Missouri drunk-driving incident
Friends and family remembered Esiyah H. Dixon-Waheed as a multitalented, lovable person. The Missouri man charged in the crash is being held without bond.
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Listen 1:17The decision follows President Donald Trump’s move to block plans for offshore wind development.
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Listen 1:14The memo of understanding announced last spring followed a massive fire at EMR’s Ferry Avenue facility earlier this year.
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Listen 1:07As building gets demolished, community celebrates legacy of Camden’s Eastside High School
The demolition ceremony marked the beginning of a soon-to-be-built new building, which will open in 2029.
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Listen 1:08Princeton town council adopts resolution supporting state passage of Immigrant Trust Act
About two dozen members of the New Jersey immigrant rights group Resistencia en Acción cheered and called for greater immigrant protections.
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Listen 1:11In Camden and Atlantic City, health care systems are treating housing as a public health issue
Housing instability is driving ER visits and chronic illness. South Jersey health systems are stepping in with housing support and policy partnerships.
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Feel sticky this summer? That’s because it’s been record muggy in the Eastern U.S.
In June and July, Philadelphia had 29 days where the highest dew point simmered to at least 75 degrees. Meteorologists say that's more than uncomfortable.
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Aug. 7–10: Hometown Heroes Homey Awards in Delaware, a silent disco at Philly’s City Hall and Tommy James and The Shondells in South Jersey are among the highlights.
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Listen 5:13Residents fighting against Trenton-Mercer Airport expansion hit another roadblock
Environmental regulators denied a hearing request for a permit that would pave the way for construction at the airport.
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