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Oldest African penguin at Adventure Aquarium in Camden dies at 35

Pictured: Cliff, oldest African penguin in Adventure Aquarium colony (Photo/Adventure Aquarium) CAMDEN, NJ. - A local aquarium’s oldest African penguin, Cliff, recently passed away, according to a statement released by Adventure Aquarium on Monday afternoon.Cliff, the 35-year-old penguin, reportedly arrived at Camden Adventure Aquarium in 1998 as a member of its first colony of African penguins, and was among the oldest African penguins in the country as of July 2023.Caretakers say that although Cliff experienced arthritis and impaired vision, he remained active during daily morning swims and feeding times and was popular with aquarium visitors."We are honored to have cared for Cliff as a cherished resident of Adventure Aquarium, and this loss weighs heavy on all our hearts," Adventure Aquarium said after Cliff’s passing.The aquarium is currently compiling memories and photographs of Cliff submitted by visitors on their Facebook page.

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'He's not a quitter': Camden County family celebrate son's graduation after horrific car crash

CLEMENTON, N.J. - A New Jersey family is counting their blessings after the youngest of their three children almost didn’t survive a horrific car accident. He was in a coma and, for a while, it was day-to-day."Of all the days that there could be, this is probably one of the best days ever," Donna Lewis said.

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Fast moving fierce Camden County storm creates widespread damage; residents thankful for no injuries

HADDONFIELD, N.J. - South Jersey residents are cleaning up from storms Tuesday night, after a fast and fierce storm flooded roads, downed trees and caused power outages, all while people were trying to celebrate the Fourth of July."It was crazy! We were sitting there, then all of a sudden, it was just like a monsoon!" Paige Heine described the stormy situation she was in.In less than an hour, one Haddonfield neighborhood took in nearly three inches of rain while also dealing with straight line winds, some reaching 90 mph.Paige Heine lives in the neighborhood and explained how coming home from work almost wasn’t possible with the flooding and fallen debris from the downburst."It was like a huge, giant tree. I was driving home from work and I couldn’t see anything.

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South Jersey man who tried to have his child-porn victim killed is headed to prison

CAMDEN, N.J. - A New Jersey man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison after exchanging sexually explicit videos and images with a 13-year-old New York girl and later paying $20,000 in bitcoin to have her killed, eventually calling it off.John Michael Musbach, 34, of Haddonfield, received his 78-month prison term Tuesday during a court hearing in Camden, according to federal prosecutors. He will also have to serve three years of supervised release after prison.Musbach pleaded guilty in February to using interstate commerce facilities in the commission of a murder-for-hire plot.He began communicating online with the girl in 2015 and eventually began using those chats to request and receive sexually explicit videos and photographs of the girl, and send her similar videos and images of himself.

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Camden County putting overdose emergency stations in local parks

CAMDEN, N.J. - Camden County will soon have over half a dozen overdose emergency stations stocked with Narcan at county parks. The stations will be filled with boxes of Naloxone nasal spray, an overdose reverse drug. There have been over 100 overdose deaths in Camden County this year."The epidemic is still out there, drugs are getting more dangerous and we need to respond as a government," Camden County Commissioners Director Louis Capelli Jr said. Narcan has been administered over 500 times in the first four months of 2023, according to Camden County officials. The Narcan stations cost $6,000 each, and are being paid for by the county's share of an opioid manufactures class action settlement.

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Crews respond to 2-alarm fire inside Pennsauken auto body shop

PENNSAUKEN, N.J. - Fire crews responded to a two-alarm fire that tore through a business in Camden County on Monday morning. According to fire officials, the blaze broke out inside a commercial building on the 7500 block of Route 130 North in Pennsauken just before 5 a.m. Authorities say several agencies, including crews from Cherry Hill, Cinnaminson, Merchantville, Mount Ephraim, and Westmont, responded to the fire and a second alarm was issued, causing crews to use defensive tactics. Officials say no injuries were reported and the fire remains under investigation by the Pennsauken Fire Marshal's Office. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESRt.

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Police: Shooting erupts at church in Camden County; investigation underway

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - A small church in Camden County became the scene of a shooting Saturday afternoon, according to police.Officers responded to the First Baptist Church on New Brooklyn Road in Winslow Township around 3:30 p.m.Police say a shooting unfolded at the church, but it is unclear if shots were fired inside or outside.

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Motorcycle driver killed after collision with SUV in Camden County

BLACKWOOD, N.J. - The driver of a motorcycle died after a collision with an SUV on the Black Horse Pike in Blackwood.The accident happened Friday afternoon, about 1:30, authorities said.During an investigation, officials found the driver of the motorcycle was heading south on Black Horse Pike when a Ford SUV pulled out in front of the motorcycle at Brewer Avenue, in an attempt to make a left-hand turn onto the northbound lane of Black Horse Pike.The driver of the motorcycle tried to stop the bike, but could not and the two vehicles collided.Responding law enforcement and medics attempted life-saving measures, but the motorcycle driver died at the scene.The driver of the SUV suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.The roadway was closed about two hours. The crash remains under investigation.

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House fire in Camden County kills 1 person, officials say

LAUREL SPRINGS, N.J. - A person was killed in a Camden County house fire late Wednesday morning.The fire broke out on the 100 block of Washington Avenue, in the town of Laurel Springs, Wednesday, just before noon, officials said.Firefighters, along with Camden County’s Major Crimes Unit and Laurel Springs police, all responded to the blaze.MORE HEADLINES:No identifying information was released about the victim.An investigation into what sparked the fire is active and authorities ask anyone with information to contact Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit Detective Jason Roland at 856-225-5125 or Laurel Springs Police Detective Michael Wolcott at 856-783-2887.

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Fallen servicemembers honored during Memorial Day ceremony at historic Camden County cemetery

PHILADELPHIA - Gold star families gathered on for a special Memorial Day ceremony at a New Jersey cemetery founded by one of the state's most influential civil rights activists. Jacqueline Dixon was among the families that accepted flowers during the Monday ceremony. Her son, Anthony, was 20-years-old when he was killed while serving in Iraq."I'll still be grieving, but it gets better as the years go on and as people continue to honor him," said Jacqueline, who credits her faith in God for helping her find comfort. The Dempsey Butler Cemetery, where the Memorial Day ceremony was held, has been the final resting place for military veterans dating back to the Civil War.MORE MEMORIAL DAY HEADLINES"Butler Cemetery is one of Camden's most important African-American sites established in the 1900s by Dempsey Daniel Butler," Chaplain Lt.

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5 hospitalized after flames destroy Camden County home, officials say

PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A Camden County house fire that caused multiple injuries on Memorial Day is under investigation, officials say. According to authorities, Camden County firefighters responded to a fire on the 3000 block of Finlaw Avenue just after 5 a.m. on Monday. FOX 29's cameras captured significant damage to the property after flames tore through the property. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESThe Pennsauken Fire Department says responding crews arrived on scene and found heavy flames on the first and second floors. Firefighters responded to a home on Finlaw Avenue in Pennsuaken Township that was engulfed in flames and sent five people to the hospital, officials say. Officials say a person was trapped in the basement of the property and firefighters were able to rescue them. Another victim jumped from a second-floor window to escape the flames, according to authorities. Fire officials say five people were transported to local hospitals, including two people in critical condition and three in stable condition. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, officials say. This is a developing story.

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Cold case solved: Camden man incarcerated in Ohio charged for 2013 murder

CAMDEN, N.J. - Ten years after a man was shot dead on the streets of Camden, officials say they have charged the man responsible, and he is already behind bars.Martin Muniz, 41, of Camden, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of 45-year-old Jaime Molina.On October 30, 2013. Molina was found fatally shot in the head near North Fifth and Cedar streets in Camden.

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Man charged with murder in death of missing Lindenwold woman: Prosecutors

Authorities say Norelis Mendoza, 32, of Lindenwold, was found dead on the side of Route 440 near the Jersey City border. JERSEY CITY, N.J. - A New Jersey man is being charged in the murder of a missing Camden County woman whose body was found on the side of a highway near Jersey City. The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office announced several charges against 35-year-old Gregory Mallard in the death of missing Lindenwold woman 32-year-old Norelis Mendoza. The murder, according to prosecutors, is being investigated as an act of domestic violence. Mendoza was reported missing Sunday after she was last seen in Jersey City the previous day.

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Suspect charged with shooting 2 people, pistol-whipping trans woman outside Philadelphia club

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities have announced an arrest in an incident outside a Philadelphia speakeasy that left three people with serious injuries last year.Joel Martinez, 22, was arrested in connection with the incident that occurred back on June 12, 2022, near Rosehill and East Westmoreland streets.Martinez is accused of shooting a young woman and a teenage girl while also pistol-whipping a trans woman. Police say the victims were leaving the nightclub when they encountered another group of people, including Martinez. At that time, Martinez allegedly uttered a derogatory word at one of the victims and an argument ensued. During the argument, police say Martinez pulled out a handgun and fire at least six shots, striking two of the victims.

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Local moms call for gun law changes, as larger demonstrations take place nationwide

CAMDEN, N.J. - The seemingly never-ending violence in Philadelphia has local moms calling for change. On this Mother’s Day weekend, some women with a group called Moms Demand Action say they don’t want gifts or breakfast n bed. They want people to demand change in Washington D.C.

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Firefighter injured after 3-alarm fire erupts at condo complex in Camden County, officials say

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - Emergency crews were called to battle a blaze that left several homes heavily damaged, and a firefighter injured in South Jersey this weekend.Flames grew to a 3-alarm fire at a condominium complex on Gregorys Way in Voorhees Saturday morning.Officials say all residents were able to self-evacuate their homes without any injuries as the fire spread to eight units in total.Footage from the scene showed severe damage to several condos with at least one roof appearing to collapse.MORE HEADLINES:One firefighter sustained a minor injury at the scene.

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2 girls missing in Camden after leaving school together, police say

Emma Smith (left) and Lianiece Torres (right) were last seen together leaving Mastery school in Camden. CAMDEN - Authorities in Camden are searching for two young girls who they say were last seen leaving a local school on Friday. Emma Smith, 12, and Lianiece Torres, 13, were wearing their school uniforms when police say they left Mastery School on Vine Street. Smith is described as 5-feet-tall, 130 pounds with blue-green eyes and blonde hair.

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Rutgers' unions ratify new contracts, formally ending strike

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Three faculty unions that went on strike last month at New Jersey’s flagship university have overwhelmingly approved four-year contracts, formally ending the first such job action in the school’s 257-year history.Thousands of professors, part-time lecturers and graduate student workers at Rutgers University staged the five-day strike at the New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark and Camden campuses as students were finishing their spring semester and preparing for finals and commencement. It began April 10 after months of negotiations had failed to resolve disputes over salary increases, better job security for adjunct faculty and guaranteed funding for graduate students, among other requests.PREVIOUS: Rutgers University strike: Faculty unions picket outside classes for second dayUnion leaders announced Monday that the new contracts were approved by 93% of members casting ballots.

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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival celebrated in Pennsauken

PENNSAUKEN, N.J. - A special event in Camden County to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders took place Sunday. The day included performances, craft and food."South Jersey is becoming an increasingly diverse community," Nina Gao said.Gao is the President of the Asian American Alliance South Jersey.

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Rutgers University strike halted as university, labor unions reach framework agreement

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy says classes will be back in session thanks to a framework agreement between Rutgers University's administration and labor union representatives, which has ended a 5-day strike.Thousands of professors, part-time lecturers and graduate student workers went on strike Monday at the school's campuses in New Brunswick/Piscataway, Newark and Camden over a stalemate in contract talks that have been ongoing since July.On Saturday, Gov.

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Josh Harris-led group nears deal to buy Washington Commanders: report

WASHINGTON - After years of controversy swirling around the Washington Commanders and Dan Snyder, a new owner could soon be taking over D.C.'s football franchise.According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, Josh Harris, the Philadelphia 76ers co-owner, is nearing a deal to acquire the Commanders for just under $6 billion. Harris’ group also includes D.C.-area billionaire Mitchell Rales and former NBA star Magic Johnson.Rapoport's report states that the deal has not been finalized, or submitted to the league yet for approval.

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3 Rutgers University faculty unions set to strike Monday morning

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Workers at Rutgers University are going on strike, beginning at 9 a.m. Monday.Three unions representing faculty, graduate students, postdocs and EOF counselors will hit the picket lines over what they call a failed contract agreement.The university's AAUP-AFT Academic Worker Union posted about the strike on Twitter, saying it is the first time in the university's history that all three unions joined together for a strike. Union leaders voted to strike Sunday night, saying the administration failed to agree on a new contract, after nearly a year of bargaining.In a short statement on Governor Phil Murphy's Twitter account, he said, in part:I am calling the University and union bargaining committees to meet in my office tomorrow to have a productive dialogue.The strike would be the first faculty strike in the school’s 257-year history.It will impact more than 60,000 students across all three campuses, located in New Brunswick, Camden and Newark, New Jersey.Faculty at Rutgers University are prepared to go on strike Monday morning.

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Easter Sunday Camden County house fire forces residents to find alternative shelter

BLACKWOOD, N.J. - An Easter Sunday house fire in Blackwood has forced residents to seek alternative shelter.Gloucester Township officials said eight different fire crews arrived to heavy smoke and flames emanating from the back of a home on Oak Avenue, in Blackwood, Sunday afternoon, just after 12:30.Gloucester Township police evacuated residents in surrounding homes, as a safety precaution.Firefighters worked quickly to contain the blaze and bring it under control.Residents in the home were able to safely get out of the house prior to first responders arriving.

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Local counties hope new bullet analysis program will help solve more gun crimes

NORRISTOWN, Pa. - District Attorneys in the four collar counties of Philadelphia say they have begun using a new, high-tech tracking system they think will allow them to make more gun arrests and save lives.The Nibin System analyzes the unique grooves and patterns formed on the spent shell of a bullet when it's fired. Investigators hope to us the information to link the shell to a gun and the person who pulled the trigger. Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele said the system "enables us to interrupt the shooting cycle, stopping a shooter from doing it again and therefore reducing overall gun violence."Steele joined district attorneys from Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties in a Wednesday afternoon press conference, with piles of spend casing heaped in front of them.

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Teachers needed! $10,000 signing bonus being offered in search for teachers in Camden

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - A New Jersey school district is in need of more teachers, and they are ready to sweeten the deal with some extra cash!The Camden City School District is offering a $10,000 signing bonus for hard-to-fill positions across its schools.There are currently 49 open teaching positions for several highest-need subjects areas, including special needs, Spanish, English as a second language, math and science.And the district is ready to hire now, for this school year and next.MORE HEADLINES:"We are in dire need of finding qualified candidates," said Latika Robinson, senior manager of teacher recruitment for the district.Robinson says the signing bonus requires a 2-year commitment, and will be paid in installments: $2,000 in the first 30 days, $4,000 after 180 days and the final $4,000 after the second year.For more information about the bonus, and how to apply, visit the Camden City School District website.

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Man, woman found shot to death inside Camden County motel room, police say

GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. - Police in Camden County are investigating a shooting that left two people dead in a motel room, according to police. Authorities say the Gloucester City police and fire departments responded to a motel on the 1200 block of Rt.

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NJ state trooper, 3 others injured in multi-vehicle crash on Route 42 in Gloucester Township

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A multi-vehicle crash left four people, including a New Jersey state trooper, injured on a Camden County highway Sunday night.Traffic came to a standstill when the crash unfolded southbound on Rout 42 nearly mile 8 in Gloucester Township around 8:30 p.m.Officials say multiple cars collided, however the number of vehicles involved in the crash has not been released.MORE HEADLINES:A New Jersey state trooper, along with three other people, were injured, according to officials.Three people were transported to a local hospital.

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Local boy asks school board for help after family claims incessant bullying has gone unaddressed

CHERRY HILL, N.J. - A Camden County boy made an emotional plea for help at a recent school board meeting after he and his family claimed constant bullying and torment on the school bus has gone unaddressed.Ayden, a 12-year-old student at Beck Middle School in Cherry Hill, said the ridicule from students has included questions about his sexuality and gender identity. "I feel upset, angry, sad," Ayden told FOX 29's Dawn Timmeny. He claims one of his tormenters lunged at him when he used his cell phone to record the incessant bullying during a bus ride to school. "I mean, I'm very proud of myself, I think it's very important if any other kids are going through this," Ayden said. "I also hope this ends, like, I don't want to go through this." MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAyden, who is in 6th grade, spoke at a recent school board meeting and detailed the torment that he and his parents claim has since gone unaddressed. His parents say they reported everything to school administrators and filed a ‘Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying’ report.

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Overnight fire badly damages Camden home once occupied by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

CAMDEN, N.J. - A historic home in Camden went up in flames, the fire badly damaging a home where the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stayed during his time living in the Delaware Valley.Historians have been planning to restore the home for years and create a museum, to share Dr.

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Camden house fires leaves at least 1 person hospitalized, officials say

CAMDEN, N.J. - One person was rushed to the hospital early Saturday morning after a fire broke out inside a house in Camden.Officials say the fire ignited inside a house on the 700 block of Walnut Street, then spread next door.Several fire crews were called to the scene shortly before 3 a.m.

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80th American Red Cross Month kicks off onboard Battleship New Jersey

CAMDEN, N.J. - Celebrations in honor of the American Red Cross and its volunteers, donors and partners are happening all throughout the month of March.This is now the 80th annual celebration for the humanitarian nonprofit that was founded back in 1881 by Clara Barton.On Sunday, the New Jersey Region held a kickoff event aboard the Battleship New Jersey in Camden.Distinguished speakers included Captain Warren Judge of the Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and Camden County Commissioner Melinda Kane."We are first on the ground when there’s a major disaster. Our volunteers mobilize, whether it’s a house fire here in New Jersey or a flood or hurricane anywhere in the country. We scale up, we go, we help people in need," said Regional CEO Rosie Taravella of the American Red Cross of NJ.

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DA: Repeat offender arrested for child sex abuse material crimes in Camden County

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - A Camden County man with a previous criminal history has been arrested and charged for possessing child sexual abuse photos and videos.Officials say 38-year-old Matthew Knapp, of Lindenwold, New Jersey, was found with child sex abuse material on his computer, three hard drives and a flash drive. Some of the suspected images included prepubescent children.Evidence was recovered after photos and images were traced back to Knapp's home during an investigation last year, according to the U.S.

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Adventure Aquarium welcomes baby blue penguin to its growing colony

(Adventure Aquarium)CAMDEN, N.J. - Congratulations are in order! The Adventure Aquarium in Camden has added a new - and very adorable - member to its penguin family."BABY ALERT!!! Adventure Aquarium’s little blue penguin parents Sheila (#8) and Spud (#3), are proud to announce the birth of a healthy baby boy, who hatched on February 15, weighing in at 37 grams," the aquarium announced Monday.MORE HEADLINES:The tiny hatchling has yet to be named, but the aquarium says to look out for a name reveal in the coming weeks!At the moment the baby blue chick is on exhibit, but will be taken behind the scenes at three weeks old to learn how to take to fish, grow and get ready for all his soon-to-be admirers.

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Officials: Suspect sought after woman, 28, fatally shot in Camden County

LAWNSIDE, N.J. - A 28-year-old Camden County woman was shot dead early Saturday and police are searching for her killer.Camden County officials said police in Lawnside responded to the 100 block of Mouldy Road just after 4 a.m., Saturday morning, on the report of a shooting.Officers found 28-year-old Michelle Cruz at the location where she sustained a gunshot wound.MORE HEADLINES:She died at the scene, according to authorities.Police are actively investigating the fatal shooting and ask anyone with information to contact Detective Matthew Kreidler, with the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit, at 856-930-5355, or the Lawnside Police Department at 856-573-6204.

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Camden County Little League seeks community help after critical team equipment stolen

MAGNOLIA, N.J. - The future of a Little League organization in South Jersey could be in jeopardy after a thief stole a critical piece of equipment. Now the team is asking for help."I’ve been playing for a long time, so, to me, it means a lot more than anyone could know," Magnolia Little League player, Nasier Damicoslegaitis, said.And, because of kids like Nasier and his teammates, the president of Magnolia Little League, in Camden County, is so upset someone stole their commercial riding mower from their equipment shed last August."I’m not mad for me.

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Woman fatally struck by train near Lindenwold station during morning commute, officials say

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - A tragic train incident claimed the life of a woman in Camden County as commuters made their way to work early Wednesday morning, according to officials.The Atlantic City Rail Line train was traveling from Atlantic City to Philadelphia when it fatally struck the woman just south of Lindenwold station around 7:45 a.m.Officials say the victim was an adult female pedestrian.

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Camden County police investigate early morning fatal shooting of 38-year-old Camden man

CAMDEN, N.J. - A 38-year-old man was fatally shot in Camden in the early morning hours Sunday, officials said.The shooting happened on the 1500 block of Pershing Street in Camden, Sunday morning, around 4:15, according to authorities.Camden County police found the victim, identified as 38-year-old Dwayne Adkins, of Camden, in the street after someone shot him.MORE HEADLINES:He was transported to Cooper University Medical Center where he died a short time later.Officials urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact Detective Allison Dube-Smith at 609-575-6069 or Detective Maria Bagby at 609-519-6947.

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Camden public school students to mask up for 2 weeks following winter break

CAMDEN, N.J. - Students and staff in the Camden City School District will wear masks for two weeks after they return from holiday break to limit the spread of COVID and other seasonal illnesses. In a letter to families, the district said the decision was made to be "proactive" and "vigilant" amid an increase in cases of COVID, flu and RSV – popularly known as the tripledemic. The mask mandate will begin when students and staff return to school on Jan. 17 and continue for the equivalent of two weeks. Camden isn't the only public school district in our area that reinstating a mask mandate post-holiday break.

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Man dead after crashing car into 2 FedEx trucks in Deptford Township, police say

Deptford Township Police Department are investigating a car crash that left a man dead on Tuesday morning. DEPTFORD TWP, N.J. - Deptford Township Police Department are investigating a car crash that left a man dead on Tuesday morning. Just before 9 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Clements Bridge Road, right along the Camden County border, for reports of a vehicle collision. Police say after they arrived, it was determined that a late model Honda Accord collided with two FedEx trucks. The driver of the Honda Accord, who authorities say is a 24-year-old man from Deptford Township, was transported to Cooper University Hospital in Camden where he succumbed to his injuries. Authorities say the identity of the victim is being withheld until family has been notified. This crash is actively being investigated and police are asking anyone with information to contact them at 856-845-2220, or email mbrazelton@depford-nj.org.

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Official: 2 workers struck, killed by train on Ben Franklin Bridge

CAMDEN, N.J. - Two construction workers were struck and killed by a train on a bridge between Pennsylvania and New Jersey, authorities said.The Delaware River Port Authority said the two were struck by a PATCO Speedline train at about 9:20 p.m. Friday on the Ben Franklin Bridge between Philadelphia and Camden, New Jersey.MORE HEADLINES:Authority spokesperson Mike Williams said the accident occurred near the center of the bridge but on the New Jersey side.

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Police: Driver who pointed gun during road rage incident on Camden County street arrested

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A road rage incident could have turned violent after police say a driver pulled a gun in Gloucester Township this past weekend.Police responded to reports of an "erratic" driver near Blackwood Clementon Road and Peters Lane around 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning.The victim told police that the driver rolled down his window and pointed a chrome-plated handgun at him.MORE HEADLINES:Kyle Boyce, 34, was quickly located at his home, along with his vehicle.

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Officials: 4-alarm fire breaks out at Camden County apartment, displacing nearly 30 people

Four-alarm fire breaks out at Camden County apartment building. CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - Crews spent about five hours fighting a massive blaze that took over an apartment building in Camden County overnight.The four-alarm fire erupted on the 200 block of Branch Avenue in Pine Hill around 11 p.m.Officials say they arrived to heavy fire on balconies, which affected evacuation.

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Maxey turns into star guard 76ers need to chase championship

CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 26: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses at 76ers Training Complex on September 26, 2022 in Camden, New Jersey. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this phot CHARLESTON, S.C. - Doc Rivers was not expecting guests one day this summer when members of his staff turned up uninvited at his house with a direct demand of the Philadelphia 76ers coach: Tyrese Maxey needed an intervention.It was true.Maxey needed help getting out of the gym.

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Cherry Hill police investigate fatal accident on Route 70

CHERRY HILL, N.J. - Cherry Hill police are investigating a deadly accident in Camden County involving a vehicle and a New Jersey Transit bus. The accident happened in Cherry Hill on westbound Route 70, at Kings Highway, Friday night, just before 6 p.m. A vehicle crashed into the back of the New Jersey Transit bus, according to authorities. Officials said 14 people were on the bus, which was traveling to Philadelphia from Berlin. Cherry Hill police reported Route 70 westbound, at Kings Highway, was closed as they investigate the crash.

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September 11: Camden County students and first responders join in a ceremony to honor lives lost

CAMDEN, N.J. - Every year that passes, it’s hard to believe another year has come and gone since the September 11th attacks and Camden County College students and first responders joined together Friday to remember. Many of those students not even born when it happened.The message is clear as the 21st anniversary of 9/11 looms.

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Man stabbed several times during fight at Cumberland County bus stop, police say

VINELAND, N.J. - A Cumberland County man was charged after authorities say he stabbed another man during a fight at a bus stop Wednesday afternoon. Officers from the Vineland Police Department were called to Soprano's Pizza around 3 p.m.

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Man in custody, rare statue recovered, after police say it was stolen from Camden County church

GIBBSBORO, N.J. - Police in New Jersey have recovered a rare religious statue and apprehended a suspect accused of stealing it from a local church. Monsignor Louis Marucci, the pastor of St. Andrew the Apostle in Camden County, said the church's Our Lady of Fatima statue was swiped from the altar by a man around 4 p.m.

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Rare statue recovered after police say it was stolen from Camden County church

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