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Man, woman found shot to death inside South Jersey apartment, officials say
A man and woman were found shot to death Tuesday evening inside a Gloucester County apartment, investigators said. The two knew each other and it appears that they died in a “domestic situation,” Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of Detectives Tom Gilbert told NJ Advance Media. The...
Route 42 Crash Deptford
Troopers responded to the crash shortly before 1 p.m. on Monday, May 6 at milepost 12.5 in Deptford Township, according to New Jersey State Police. Based on a preliminary investigation, a BMW passenger vehicle was traveling southbound on Route 42 when the driver lost directional control and struck the guardrail, State Police said.
Camden to Put a Bounty on Illegal Dumpers
CAMDEN – You soon may have a bounty on your head if you are illegally dumping waste in Camden. A new section of city law being considered by City Council offers a reward of up to $1,000 to citizens who provide “information and assistance” to law enforcement in the apprehension and conviction of illegal dumpers in the city.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Illegal dumping for years has been a problem in the city as individuals and businesses, particularly contractors, drive into the city and unload their waste onto empty lots, city officials have...
Preservation group cites threats to sites in Cherry Hill, Camden
Two South Jersey properties are on a preservation group's list of most endangered historic places in New Jersey. The local sites include a Route 70 gatehouse that served the long-demolished Garden State Park racetrack in Cherry Hill. Preservation New Jersey also cited a house in Camden City that was intermittently...
See homes sold in the Camden area, April 29 to May 5
The following is a listing of all home transfers in the Camden area reported from April 29 to May 5. There were 17 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,201-square-foot home on Haddon Avenue in Camden that sold for $153,000.
Fire in Philadelphia's Fairhill neighborhood draws large rescue response
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A fire in North Philadelphia drew a large rescue response Tuesday afternoon. The fire broke out at a residence on the 100 block of West Wishart Street in Philadelphia's Fairhill section.Philadelphia Fire Department said a firefighter was able to escape after battling the blaze, but their condition is unknown at this time. Chopper 3 captured images of firefighters responding to the blaze at around 2:20 p.m. It's unclear what caused the fire or if any injuries were reported.This is a developing story. Refresh for updates.
Murder trial underway against man accused of killing victim, transferring his dismembered remains in back of U-Haul
A trial is underway against a man accused of killing an elderly Northeast Philadelphia masseuse, dismembering his body, and transporting the victim’s remains in a U-Haul truck three years ago.
Construction along Route 70 in Camden County continues to pose a challenge for local businesses
Crews have been repairing stretches of Route 70 since 2021 as part of a $153 million corridor safety and improvement project. But road closures and detours make it difficult for businesses to maintain customers.
Philadelphia is one of the worst US cities to drive in, Forbes says
PHILADELPHIA - Before you get behind the wheel in the "City of Brotherly Love," prepare yourself for a not-so-loving experience. Philadelphia was named one of the worst cities to drive in the United States, according to a recent study by Forbes. Cities were determined by driving experience, safety, cost of...
Margolis: Fishtown's Seductive New Lounge
Philadelphia, PA - Fishtown, Philadelphia's buzzing creative hub, welcomes a new jewel to its nightlife crown this May – Margolis. Nestled within the entertainment mecca of Fabrika, Margolis isn't just a bar; it's an immersive experience, a symphony of expertly crafted cocktails, pulsating beats, and an atmosphere dripping with sultry, speakeasy allure.
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