E-Scooters and E-Bikes Turn Public Spaces into Hazard Zones

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor

Electric scooters and electric bikes have flooded into Gloucester City and surrounding towns, and the results are becoming harder to ignore. What began as a convenient way to get around has quickly turned into a safety problem for anyone who uses our sidewalks, jogging paths, or neighborhood streets responsibly.

The danger isn’t theoretical. On my daily walks with Sweetie, I’ve had kids on these motorized bikes come up behind us without a sound. These machines make no noise, so you can’t hear them approaching until they’re already on top of you. More than once, a rider has blown past us at high speed, leaving no time to react. In one instance, a teenager on an e‑bike came straight at the dog and me, expecting us to move aside. I was forced to step off the path or be hit. That’s not “sharing the road”—that’s intimidation.

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Turkey Hunting Season to Offer an Extra Day

Delaware’s upcoming spring turkey hunting season will run from April 10 through May 11 this year, with a special two-day youth and non-ambulatory hunt Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5 starting the season, DNREC announced. Hunters who have a permit for Segment D will get an additional day (Sunday, May 11) to hunt this season following a recent regulatory change to turkey season dates.

Preservation NJ Releases Next “10 Most Impact” Video

Preservation New Jersey is proud to announce the release of the second video in its “10 Most Impact” series, which highlights the real-world outcomes of the organization’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program. This installment focuses on Camp Evans, a World War I Marconi Station and World War II radar laboratory, known for groundbreaking scientific and technological innovation in New Jersey.
Impacts of the 10 Most: Camp Evans is now available to watch on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/lgrNSPD6XUY.
The video explores how Camp Evans, once a critical U.S. Army Signal Corps facility and later a hub for cutting-edge communications research, faced threats of neglect and deterioration. Listed on Preservation New Jersey’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list in 2002, the site has benefited from community advocacy, partnerships, and preservation efforts aimed at maintaining its unique scientific, military, and architectural legacy.
Viewers will learn about:Camp Evans’ historic importance, from military communications research to pioneering innovations in radar and computing;Efforts by nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and local advocates to protect and rehabilitate the site;Challenges and successes in preserving both the historic buildings and the stories they hold; andThe broader impact of the 10 Most program in fostering awareness, support, and preservation outcomes statewide.“As the last Command Historian employed by the U.S. Army at Fort Monmouth, and a member of the boards of both InfoAge and Preservation New Jersey, I view Camp Evans as one of the most consequential historic landscapes in the evolution of modern communications. From its origins as part of Guglielmo Marconi’s global wireless network to its pivotal role in the development of radar, satellite technology, and space communications, Camp Evans was at the forefront of innovations that transformed both military operations and everyday life. Today, through the InfoAge Science and History Museums, the site continues to interpret and preserve this legacy, ensuring that the groundbreaking work once carried out here remains accessible, relevant, and inspiring for future generations.” said by Melissa Ziobro, Trustee of Preservation New Jersey.The 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program annually identifies threatened historic, architectural, cultural, and archaeological sites across New Jersey. The new 10 Most Impact video series showcases how listing these sites generates awareness, advocacy, and tangible preservation outcomes.WATCH NOW

Take A Kid Fishing! Program Returns

DNREC will offer youth fishing opportunities in each county in early April commemorating and celebrating Earth Month. The angling outings are to be put on by educators from DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center through the Take A Kid Fishing! program. One youth fishing event will be offered in each county during the first full week of April to coincide with many schools’ annual spring break.

Brawl For The Dads

Teflon Promotion to hold Father’s Day Brawl on June 13, 2026 in Philadelphia

Teflon Promotions will kick off a summer of fun in Philadelphia with the Father’s Day Brawl on June 13 at The Grand Ballroom- First District (3801 Market Street, Philadelphia) at 6:30 p.m.

Fighters on the card include Philadelphia native’s Vaughn Adams (1-0), Tariq Green (7-4-2, 3KO), Jabril Noble (8-0, 6KO), Christopher Robinson (16-14, 6KO), Brandon Robinson (15-3, 10KO), and Kadeen Hunter (7-0, 5KO). Additional fighters scheduled to appear on the card include Cahir Gormley (1-0), Amirbek Ganijonov (4-0, 2KO) and Jasir Junior (Pro Debut).

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FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Beef and Pork Products

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Beef and Pork Products Produced Without the Benefit of Inspection

Editor’s Note: Mar. 30, 2026 – The labels in this release were revised to remove unrelated product that was inadvertently included in the background of some photos.

Priya Jain sworn in as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation

New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials announced that Priya Jain was sworn-in today as New Jersey Department of Transportation Commissioner, making her the 21^st Chief Executive of the Department. The full New Jersey State Senate unanimously confirmed her nomination on March 23.

Governor Sherrill nominated Commissioner Jain on January 19, 2026, and she has served in an acting capacity since then. She will continue her work overseeing the Department that manages the state’s multi-faceted transportation network. The Commissioner of NJDOT also serves as Chair of New Jersey Transit, the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, and the South Jersey Transportation Authority.

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Franklin Fountain Debuts Ice Cream Flights, Pints, and 26 New Small-Batch Flavors

* First Drop: Charcuterie Ice Cream Board Flight and Caramelized Garlic Toffee Pint

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia’s award-winning 1900s-inspired ice cream parlor and soda shop has exciting news heading into spring and summer season. The Franklin Fountain, located on Confectionery Row at 116 Market Street in Old City, announces a blitz of super-limited-edition, experimental new ice cream flavors. Starting in April, and each month moving forward, ice cream lovers are invited to try six new flavors monthly: four will be sold as an ice cream flight, and two additional flavors will debut in pints. These six new monthly flavors will not be available by the scoop. They will be sold on a first come first serve basis. For the first month, look for 15 Charcuterie Board Flights and 32 Caramelized Garlic Toffee Pints to debut Friday, April 3rd at 11:00am, with 32 Elderberry Goat Cheese Pints to debut on Friday, April 17th at 11am. Other monthly drops will include Tea Flights and Pints, Baked Goods, Herbs and more. With this weekend’s debut, The Franklin Fountain announces their summer hours, opening at 11:00am daily. Pints and flights will also be available at Franklin Ice Cream Bar (at 112 Market Street) once it fully opens for the season. Follow @franklinfountain on social media for the exact dates, times and quantities for the new flavors and for season opening information for Franklin Ice Cream Bar. For general information, also visit franklinfountain.com.

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Celebrate Linda Ronstadt’s Legacy and Greatest Hits

Resorts Casino Hotel is proud to present Ronstadt Rewind – the Ultimate Linda Ronstadt Tribute Concert, at the Superstar Theater on Saturday, May 2 at 8 PM.

American Idol Star Katherine Winston and her band recreate the sound and moments from Ronstadt’s multi-decade career with an emotionally charged, powerhouse vocal prowess that has captivated audiences nationwide. This unforgettable tribute to a music icon includes record-breaking hits like “When Will I Be Loved”, “That’ll Be the Day”, “Heat Wave”, “It’s So Easy”, “Blue Bayou”, “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me”, “You’re No Good”, “Tumblin’ Dice” and many more.
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Resorts Casino Hotel is proud to present Ronstadt Rewind – the Ultimate Linda Ronstadt Tribute Concert, at the Superstar Theater on Saturday, May 2 at 8 PM.

American Idol Star Katherine Winston and her band recreate the sound and moments from Ronstadt’s multi-decade career with an emotionally charged, powerhouse vocal prowess that has captivated audiences nationwide. This unforgettable tribute to a music icon includes record-breaking hits like “When Will I Be Loved”, “That’ll Be the Day”, “Heat Wave”, “It’s So Easy”, “Blue Bayou”, “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me”, “You’re No Good”, “Tumblin’ Dice” and many more.
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Repeat Offender Akeem Morton of Lindenwold Guilty of Kidnapping, Attempted Murder

3/18/2026

Camden City, NJ – A jury has convicted a Lindenwold man of kidnapping and attempting to murder his girlfriend in 2024, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.Repeat Offender Akeem Morton of Lindenwold Guilty of Kidnapping, Attempted Murder.

Akeem B. Morton, 33, was found guilty on March 13, 2026,of 1st-degree Kidnapping and 1st-degree Attempted Murder in reference to a shooting in Gibbsboro. Morton was also convicted of 2nd-degree Aggravated Assault, 2nd-degree Certain Persons Not to Have Weapons, 2nd-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, 2nd-degree Unlawful Possession of Weapons, 3rd-degree Witness Tampering, and 4th-degree Aggravated Assault. The verdict was delivered following a two-week trial in Superior Court.