Fishtown Beer Festival Returns

Philadelphia, PA – After a sold out inaugural year, Evil Genius Beer Company and Fishtown District are calling all beer fans back to the neighborhood for the Second Annual Fishtown Beer Festival. The festival will return to its home on the 1700 block of Front Street on Saturday, June 20th, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, bringing together the city’s premier craft breweries for a high-energy summer block party. Building on the success of last year’s debut, the 2026 festival is expanding its footprint. This year, over 20 of the region’s premier breweries will convene to showcase their work, with each brewery pouring two distinct selections. The event will feature nearly 40 different beers ranging from fan-favorite, signature offerings to rare limited-editions and hidden gems ensuring that there is a pour for every palate. Early Bird tickets sold out in a matter of days but General Admission tickets are available at Evil Genius’ website.

“This festival is our love letter to Philly’s brewing scene and the neighborhood that helped make us who we are today,” said Trevor Hayward, co-founder of Evil Genius. “Fishtown has become one of the top beer destinations in the country, and after seeing the community response last year, we knew we had to go even bigger. It’s about more than just the beer; it’s about celebrating the culture of our home neighborhood.”

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NJDEP FORMALLY ADOPTS SITE REMEDIATION STANDARDS

Affirming the Sherrill Administration’s commitment to protecting public health and the environment from PFAS contamination, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today formally adopted regulations that set site remediation standards for four PFAS compounds – PFNA, PFOA, PFOS, and GenX. The adoption formalizes interim standards that have been in place since 2022 and 2023.

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Melania Trump Highlights Youth AI Challenge and Future Accounts Initiative

Official White House Photo, Andrea Hanks, White House Presidential AI Challenge National Champion Awards Ceremony, June 9, 2026

First Lady Melania Trump had a remarkable week focused on empowering children and youth through two major accomplishments: the first ever Presidential AI Challenge National Campion Awards Ceremony at the White House and the launch of Fostering the Future Accounts for youth in foster care.

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Donald J. Hart, Jr., 56, of Oaklyn

On June 12th, 2026, the world lost Donald J. Hart, Jr., suddenly and unexpectedly at Virtua-Lourdes Hospital in Camden. He left us only 3 days after his 56th birthday. He will be sorely missed by his endlessly devoted wife, Sandra (nee Worthington) Hart, his two proud sons, Max and Donnie Hart, his loving parents, Don Hart, Sr., and Libby (nee Geddes) Hart, and his loyal brother, Steve Hart, and sister-in-law, Jenn (nee Wipf) Hart. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law Bob, Dave, and Jim Worthington, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, neighbors, colleagues, and friends.

Don was well-known and well-loved in town. During his time coaching for Oaklyn Cougars Football, he was a kind voice on the coaching staff for whichever member of the team needed it. In his involvement with Collingswood Panthers Wrestling, he stayed through days-long tournaments to cheer on the team. When any of his son’s friends was in need of a good dad, he was eager to be shared and filled the role beautifully. He was a fierce protector not just of us, but of anyone who truly needed it.

We will miss his sharp mind, endless wit, and ability to lighten any situation with a well-timed joke. We will never forget the passion he brought to his interests and hobbies, from casual fun like cheering on the Flyers and rocking out to Metallica to finer things in life like handmade cocktails and muscle cars. We will do our best to carry forward his curiosity towards the world and his deep desire to understand and experience all that life has to offer. We will learn, somehow, to fill his role as someone who never sat back and tolerated injustice.

Please join us to celebrate his life and memory on Friday, June 19th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. His service will be held at McGee Celebration Creran Funeral Home, 400 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ. A gravesite tribute will immediately follow at Arlington-Bethel Cemetery, 1620 Cove Road, Pennsauken.

HOME COUNTRY: Recently we left Emily of the fantastic cheekbones…

Recently we left Emily of the fantastic cheekbones and Dewey the accident prone, happily locked together in a kiss after Dewey stumbled over a root.

“Emily,” Dewey said, “I have a confession to make to you. I don’t have a neurotic fascination with manure.”

“You don’t?”

“No.” He kissed her again and they both smiled. “It’s my business. I supply fertilizer to people’s gardens. That’s what I do. When I told you I was in manure, I meant the manure business. They call me the fertilizer king, actually.”

She smiled. “Wow! That’s wonderful! I was a bit concerned about falling for a guy who had a … thing … for manure. You know. But it’s what you do!”

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The Demonization of ICE Must Stop

Congressman Van Drew released the following statement after reports that an ICE agent was struck by a vehicle during an enforcement operation in Stafford Township, New Jersey.

“ICE agents put their lives on the line every day to enforce our nation’s laws and protect our communities,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Yet too many politicians and activists continue to demonize them for doing the job they are sworn to do. This incident is a reminder of the dangers these brave men and women face. I am grateful the agent is expected to recover, and I will always stand with ICE and law enforcement.”

PNJ Annual Meeting & Event Notice

We are pleased to invite you to the Preservation New Jersey (PNJ) meeting, July 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

A gathering of members, partners, and preservation advocates from across the state.

This year’s meeting will be held in Somerset County at the historic Hageman Barns, a remarkable 19th-century agricultural complex that stands as a testament to New Jersey’s rural heritage and enduring sense of place. The setting offers a fitting backdrop for reflection on our shared accomplishments and the work still ahead in protecting New Jersey’s irreplaceable historic resources.

During the annual meeting, we will review the organization’s progress over the past year, share updates on key preservation initiatives, and discuss emerging challenges and opportunities facing historic places across the Garden State. Members will also have the opportunity to connect with fellow advocates, partners, and community leaders who are working every day to preserve New Jersey’s history.

For more information and how to register for the meeting, visit our website. (Register Here)

Assembly Education Committee Advances School Funding Transparency Legislation

The Assembly Education Committee today advanced A3881, sponsored by Speaker Craig J. Coughlin, which would strengthen school funding transparency and provide school districts with greater certainty when crafting their annual budgets. The bill is also sponsored by Assemblymembers Sterley Stanley and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson.

Under the bill, the Commissioner of the Department of Education (DOE) would be required to provide each school district with a preliminary State aid notice by the first week of December, detailing the minimum amount the district can expect in the upcoming school year. This early notification gives districts more time to plan their budgets.

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How to Manage Emotional Well-being During Grief

When a person is experiencing grief, it can feel like every day is difficult, and simple tasks can feel like mountains that require energy that a grieving person simply may not have.

However, even during the bleakest parts of mourning, there are ways that those who are grieving can manage their emotional well-being, even if it is one baby step at a time.

The aim of managing emotional well-being is not to get over the loss but to try and maintain your mental health to the best of your ability, while you grieve, to make the process easier.

Plan a Memorial

While a funeral is a memorial, for many people, it is not the only one that they want to have to commemorate the life of their loved one.

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Shooting Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is currently investigating a shooting that left a man in extremely critical condition on Tuesday afternoon in West Philadelphia.

At approximately 4:35 p.m., officers from the 18th District responded to a residence on the 53xx block of Spruce Street, where they located an adult male inside the property suffering from a gunshot wound to his chest. Officers immediately transported the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was admitted and is currently listed in extremely critical condition. A person of interest has been taken into custody for further investigation. The scene is currently being held for processing. The investigation remains active and ongoing.