12-Year-Old Seriously Injured Playing Baseball, Hit in the Face

MAPLE SHADE, NJ (CNBNews)(May 29, 2026)–Xavier Taylor, a 12-year-old Maple Shade boy (photo above), was injured on Tuesday, May 26, while playing baseball in town. According to ESPN, he was hit by an errant throw in the face and collapsed. His injury was so serious that he had to be airlifted to Cooper University Hospital in Camden City. He remains in the hospital.

On Thursday night, a prayer vigil was held for Xavier. There is a link to help the family that has been set up by the Maple Shade community. They are asking the public to come together and support them. As of today, Friday, $81,337 has been raised of the $2,500 goal from 1108 people.

Members of the family published Xavier’s photo along with the following message on their Facebook page,

“We are calling on a worldwide prayer and rally for our brother Xavier Taylor who is 12. He was in a freak accident was airlifted to Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ. Help us and our family speak life over Xavier and pray for a miracle of full brain function. Stand with us as we believe for Xavier’s life!! Xavier is an avid Phillies fan and Yankees fan. Please like, share and repost. Make this go viral, we need all the prayers we can get. If you’d like to support our family and us as we believe for Xavier, you can go to this link: https://mealtrain.com/2rrnvq. #miracle #healing #makethisgoviral“

At this time, the Maple Shade Cal Ripken League is getting great support from Cal Ripken League offices, the local authorities, the mayor’s office, the Township managers, and the Maple Shade Police Department chaplain.

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Four Arrested in Connection to Kensington Homicide Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit has arrested four individuals in connection with the death of 53-year-old Vincent Good, whose remains were discovered inside a suitcase and industrial trash bags in a Kensington alleyway last week.

On Friday, May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:25 a.m., 25th District officers responded to a report of a hospital case at 6XX E. Hilton Street. A witness searching for scrap material reported finding a human upper torso inside a discarded suitcase. A subsequent police investigation uncovered additional human remains in an early stage of decomposition inside two large trash bags. Responding medical personnel pronounced the victim deceased at 9:28 a.m. The Office of the Medical Examiner has since identified the victim as Good, a resident of the 5700 block of Leonard Street, and ruled his death a homicide caused by multiple gunshot wounds.

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New research details PFAS prevalence in the Delaware River Basin

The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) is sharing the latest results of extensive field investigation and monitoring of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in PFAS Water Quality and Fish Tissue Assessment Study, a report marking more than 20 years of dedicated research into so-called forever chemicals within the Delaware River Basin.

The new research confirms PFAS contamination is both widespread and persistent in the Delaware River and selected tributaries. Surface water concentrations are increasing at a faster rate than water volume as the river moves downstream into Delaware Bay, suggesting there are ongoing inputs from unknown sources like industrial facilities, wastewater discharges and stormwater.

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DeAngelo Energy Reliability Bills Clear Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Wayne P. DeAngelo that would establish a pathway for advanced nuclear energy development in New Jersey cleared the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee today. Bill A4881, known as the “Powering Opportunity, Workforce, and Energy Reliability for New Jersey Act,” seeks to strengthen energy reliability, support workforce opportunities, and help meet the state’s future energy needs.
The “Power NJ Act” would direct the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU), in collaboration with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA), to establish a program for procuring advanced nuclear energy facilities in the state. The legislation would create a process for evaluating and approving projects that can help address growing energy demands while ensuring benefits for ratepayers and maintaining system reliability.
“As New Jersey strives to meet growing energy demands, we need to be proactive in pursuing reliable and forward-looking solutions,” said Assemblyman DeAngelo (D-Mercer, Middlesex). “Advanced nuclear technology has the potential to strengthen our energy infrastructure, support good-paying jobs, and provide a stable source of power that can meet future needs. This bill is about building a strong energy future while making sure we are creating opportunities and protecting ratepayers.”
Under the bill, interested entities would submit proposals for advanced nuclear projects through a process overseen by the BPU. Projects would be evaluated based on their ability to improve reliability and resilience, contribute to capacity needs, and provide value for ratepayers. The legislation would also lay the groundwork for the establishment of a Reliability Capacity Certificate program. The program would be designed to support approved projects while allowing certain revenues generated by facilities to be returned to New Jersey consumers.
In addition to A4881, the committee also advanced two other bills sponsored by Assemblyman DeAngelo focused on strengthening the state’s energy infrastructure. Bill A4882, the “New Jersey Natural Gas Modernization Act,” would establish expedited permitting pathways for certain qualifying energy projects to support system reliability and infrastructure upgrades. Bill A1072 would direct the BPU to establish a distributed energy storage incentive program.

Rowan’s Emily McCutcheon Selected NFCA All-American For the Third Consecutive Year

Senior Emily McCutcheon has been named an NFCA All-American for the third consecutive year as announced on Wednesday.

McCutcheon was voted to the second team as an at-large. She becomes the fifth player in to earn the prestigious award three or more times and the 47th All-American program history.

The National Fastpitch Coaches Association All-America teams are voted on by the Association’s All-America Committees. In Division III, the committee is comprised of one member head coach from each of the NCAA’s 10 regions. All student-athletes who earned first, second or third team All-Region accolades were eligible for All-America consideration.

McCutcheon, an Early Childhood Education major, leads the team in pitching victories (21), ERA (0.99), innings pitched (170.0), complete games (17), and shutouts (6). In those 170 innings of work, the lefthander has tallied 99 strikeouts to just 14 walks. During the Profs’ current postseason run, McCutcheon was named the most valuable player of the NCAA Marshall Regional and the most outstanding pitcher of the NCAA Glassboro Super Regional. She also was named to the NFCA All-Region and NJAC All-Conference teams.

She is part of a pitching staff that boasts a 1.34 team ERA with an 0.97 WHIP and 20 total shutouts for the 42-9 Profs.

Rowan opens play at the 2026 NCAA Division III World Series on Thursday, taking on top-seeded Virginia Wesleyan at 11 a.m. from the Moyer Sports Complex in Salem, Virginia. The eight-team, double-elimination playoffs run through June 3rd.

Camden County Roadwork Projects

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of June 1 to June 5.

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

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PSE&G will be working on North 27^th Street on Monday, June 4, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between River Avenue & Garfield Avenue.
PSE&G will be working on Marlton Pike and Baird Boulevard on Monday, June 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be lane shifts at the intersection of Marlton Pike and Baird Boulevard.
PSE&G will be working on Newton Avenue on Monday, June 1 and Tuesday, June 2, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Chestnut Street and Kaighn Avenue.

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Police Investigate Crash Involving Multiple Pedestrians

Five people, including four young children, were injured Thursday eveningafter being struck by a vehicle in Northeast Philadelphia. One person is currently in custody.

The incident occurred at approximately 6:04 p.m. in the 4700 block of Marple Street. During the incident, an adult female and four juveniles were hit by a burgundy Chrysler 300.

Four victims sustained minor injuries and are reportedly in stable condition. Emergency medical services responded to the scene and transported the victims to local hospitals:

Einstein Medical Center: An adult female and a 5-year-old girl.
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children: A 3-year-old girl and a 6-year-old girl.
Jefferson Torresdale Hospital: A 4-year-old boy. Is currently listed critical condition.

One individual has been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The vehicle involved has been recovered and is being held by investigators.

The identity of the driver has not yet been released. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.

Danny Ray Nelson, 70, of Maple Shade

On May 25, 2026, at the age of 70. Of Maple Shade.

Survived by his children, Danny and Danielle; sisters, Patricia Watson and Rose DeMarco; brothers, Donald Nelson and Alfred Nelson; devoted friend, Karen; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as devoted caregivers and staff of The Palace in Maple Shade.

Predeceased by his parents, Hilliard Albert Nelson and Genevea Ida Nelson (nee Land); brothers, Larry Nelson and Ronald Nelson; sisters, Doris Rufo, Lola Jane Todd, Geraldine Louis, Geneva Murphy and Brenda Nelson.

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Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery

NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.

As of June 1, 2026, the retention limits will be:

Highly Migratory SpeciesVessel/Permit Type	Retention Limit per Vessel per Day/Trip(lengths in curved fork length)
Private vessels with Highly Migratory Species Angling permits	2 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73”, of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73”)
Charter boats with Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permits, when fishing recreationally	3 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73”, of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73”)
Headboats with Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permits, when fishing recreationally	6 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73”, of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73”)

Note: The retention limits per vessel per day/trip. Regardless of the duration of a fishing trip, no more than a single day’s retention limit may be possessed or retained at the end of the trip upon landing. For example, whether a private vessel (fishing under the Angling category retention limit) takes a 2-day trip or makes 2 trips in one day, the day/trip retention limit of 2 bluefin tuna, of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium, applies and may not be exceeded upon landing.

Who is affected?

The changes apply to Highly Migratory Species Angling and Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permitted vessels when fishing recreationally. The daily retention limits are effective for all areas except for the Gulf of America, where NOAA Fisheries does not allow targeted fishing for bluefin tuna.

Catch reporting

Highly Migratory Species Angling and Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permitted vessel owners are required to report the catch of all bluefin tuna retained or discarded dead within 24 hours of landing or the end of trip by:

Accessing the Highly Migratory Species Permit Shop
Using the Highly Migratory Species Catch Reporting app
Calling 888-872-8862 (Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)

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Sierra Club Joins Gov. Sherrill to Hold Data Centers Accountable in NJ

Today, Governor Mikie Sherrill announced her four-pronged plan to address the growing impact of data centers on the environment and communities, increase transparency, and hold them accountable. New Jersey Sierra Club Director, Anjuli Ramos-Busot, joined Senator Burzichelli, Assemblyman Bailey, IBEW and Mayor Stanzilis during this announcement.

This four-pillar approach to establish strong guardrails for data centers includes:

Establishing fair-share rules so data centers bring their own clean energy and contribute investments to the grid we share to help lower costs.
Enacting measures to improve transparency, starting with requirements to report the purpose of the data center and their energy and water use.
Directing the development of strong statewide standards and guidelines for Community Benefits Agreements to ensure these facilities address impacts like noise, light, heat and pollution while delivering lasting local investments.
Securing commitments around labor to create good-paying construction jobs and support prevailing wages and local trades.

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Phillies, NEST to Host Skilled Trades All-Star Program for Students June 9

The Philadelphia Phillies and NEST, the pioneer of integrated facilities management, will partner to host the Skilled Trades All-Star Program, an immersive, hands-on experience designed to introduce Philadelphia students to career opportunities in the skilled trades. This year, the program will also offer a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for major events such as 2026 MLB All-Star Week, concerts, and more.

Taking place on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park, the program will welcome students from Philadelphia’s Liguori Academy. The event will give students insight into the planning, coordination, and skilled labor required to prepare the ballpark for Phillies games and other big events.