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NJ’s first storm of 2022: Major snowfall, poor visibility in South Jersey

The wet snow will freeze as temperatures fall to the teens overnight creating icy spots on the roads and sidewalks Monday night. Continue reading…

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Bruce Willis steps away from acting after aphasia diagnosis

Bruce Willis was born in West Germany while his father was stationed with the U.S. military. His family settled in Carneys Point after his father's discharge. Continue reading…

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Teacher With Salem County, NJ, Special Services School District Facing Child...

Authorities in Cumberland County say a teacher with the Salem County Special Services School District has been arrested and is facing child porn-related charges. Continue reading…

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35 dogs rescued from ‘dilapidated’ home in Pennsville, NJ

"There was a very strong odor coming from within 5 feet of the door or the windows, so we knew something was going on," the rescue said. Continue reading…

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The Amazing 116-year-old South Jersey Bridge No One Can Drive On

Out in rural Salem County, ironically on New Bridge Road, sits a 116-year-old bridge that I think is the coolest in our area -- and you can't drive on it. Continue reading…

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HGTV Wants This 1865 Fixer-Upper For Sale in South Jersey To Be Saved (PICTURES)

For renovators who love a challenge, this house is a dream. Because this dream needs a LOT of T.L.C. This house, located at 369 Kings Hwy in Salem NJ was built in 1865, and is currently listed on...

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Pedricktown, NJ man struck fatal blow to mom, authorities say

Gary Richman had been arrested on an unrelated matter May 25, which authorities say was two days after his mother Sandra sustained a blunt force injury to the head during a car ride. Continue reading…

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Hey, Slackers: Experts Say These are the 10 Laziest Towns in NJ

Attention slackers: an employment website has determined the ten laziest cities in New Jersey. If you aren't too lazy to click your mouse, check out this list. Continue reading…

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New Jersey’s Quietest Route Goes From Salem to Cape May Counties

Here in New Jersey, the quietest route is said to be State Route 49. That's 54 miles of roadway between Pennsville Township, Salem County, and Upper Township, Cape May County. Continue reading…

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NJ man claims to have bomb: Florida airport searched, cops say

John Magee of Carney's Point was in line slamming his bag on the ground and said he had a bomb in his bag, a passenger told a flight attendent. Continue reading…

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Gruesome: 10 People Were Murdered in This One NJ House

This innocent-looking house in Salem County, built in 1734, has quite a story to tell. As many as ten people died within its walls on the same day. Continue reading…

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Best Hidden Gem Destination in New Jersey is Among Best in U.S.

A recent Cheapism article centered on finding the "Best Hidden Gem Destinations in America". Places that we may not be familiar with, but need to check out right here in the United States. Continue...

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Woman Saved in Salem County, NJ After Falling 20 Feet Down a Well

A freak accident happened in Salem County Monday when a woman fell into a well inside a home there. Continue reading…

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NJ still has many ‘dry’ towns: You can’t buy beer or booze here

Ocean City might be the best-known, but there are over two dozen dry towns in NJ — a strong majority in South Jersey. Continue reading…

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The battle for broadband access continues in South Jersey

Advocates all around South Jersey are fighting for better Internet! Continue reading…

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Did you vote yesterday in NJ? Results are in for major change

Of the eight referendums put before New Jersey voters on Tuesday five passed, two failed and the result was not yet known for one. Continue reading…

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How Salem, NJ Played a Part in People Everywhere Eating Tomatoes

Salem County, New Jersey was home to something called "the tomato trials" that happened on the steps of the Salem County Courthouse in 1820. Continue reading…

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Cool Pictures: 118-year-old Bridge in NJ That You Can't Drive On

Out in Salem County sits an 118-year-old bridge that is one of the coolest in the state and there's a good chance that you have never driven on it. Continue reading…

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How South Jersey Almost Went to War (Kinda) With Delaware in 2008

This is an absolutely fascinating story about how a decision that was made hundreds of years ago by the King of England started a feud between South Jersey and Delaware back in 2008. Continue reading…

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Here's Why The Government Pays Most Bills In 1 South Jersey Town

It can be hard to make ends meet these days. That's particularly true for a lot of New Jersey residents that reside in one particular town in Salem County. Continue reading…

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3 puppies left to die in freezing NJ woods — who's responsible?

Only two survived the brutal weather. Continue reading…

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Who Left 3 Adorable Puppies to Freeze to Death in Salem County?

State troopers are now involved in figuring out who left three adorable puppies to freeze to death in Salem County. Continue reading…

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PETA puts up reward — who left puppies to die in Pittsgrove?

According to PETA, officials have not identified any leads related to who left the puppies to die in late November. Continue reading…

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Oops: Google Maps Car Catches NJ Duo in Trouble With Police

What's worse than getting pulled over by a police officer in New Jersey? This... Continue reading…

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These Are the Cheapest Places to Live in South Jersey

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Never Built in South Jersey: Route 60 Freeway

If the Route 60 Freeway had been built across South Jersey, getting from the Delaware Memorial Bridge to Ocean City would have been incredibly faster. Continue reading…

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These Three New Jersey Celebrities Found On Epstein List

The much anticipated Epstein List has been released and it features three New Jersey Celebrities who landed on the infamous Jeffrey Epstein's Contacts List Continue reading…

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The Oldest Weekly Professional Rodeo In America Is In New Jersey

Did you know that professional rodeo is a highly ranked sporting event? Professional rodeo is seventh in overall attendance for major sporting events, ahead of golf and tennis, with about 30 million...

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Cops: PA mom abandoned son to be with NJ boyfriend

Manheim Township, Pennsylvania police Sgt. Barry E. Waltz said Tiffani Chanel Bogroff, 45, moved nearly two hours away to Pennsville, NJ in December. Continue reading…

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Will These 16 Towns in New Jersey Become Ghost Towns By 2100?

New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the U.S. Continue reading…

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South Jersey Makes Alot Less Money Than The Rest of New Jersey

There are many differences between North Jersey and South Jersey, but one of the biggest contrasts between the two areas of New Jersey is Household Income Continue reading…

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The History Behind Fort Mott In Salem County, New Jersey

Explore and learn all about Fort Mott in South Jersey. Continue reading…

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What New Jersey Counties Are The Most Excessive Drinkers?

New Jersey does not rank in Top 20 Excessive Drinking States in America, there are 11 NJ Counties with over 20 percent of Adults classified as Excessive Drinkers Continue reading…

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Rest Stop Being Named in Honor of Legendary Actor Bruce Willis

The State of New Jersey has many famous residents for many reasons and from all sorts of backgrounds. Continue reading…

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What Are The Most Youthful Towns In New Jersey?

Even though New Jersey has one of the older state populations with a 40.4 Median Age, there are 12 Towns with significantly younger demographics Continue reading…

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