HUD Streamlines Environmental Reviews to Lower Multifamily Development Costs

HUD announced updates to environmental review requirements for multifamily housing, removing outdated provisions that have increased costs and complexity for lenders and developers. These changes, issued through HUD’s Federal Housing Administration (FHA) via a Mortgagee Letter, revise the Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP) Guide to streamline outdated and burdensome requirements for lenders and developers seeking FHA-insured financing.

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Atlantic City’s Soar & Shore Airshow Returns

Get ready to kick off summer with a bang! The Soar & Shore Airshow Presented by Visit Atlantic City returns May 29–31, filling the skies above the beach and Boardwalk with high-flying thrills, jaw-dropping stunts, and family-friendly fun for all ages. Whether you’re a beach chair spotter or adrenaline junkie, this coastal spectacle is the must-see event of the season.

HOME COUNTRY: Doc hadn’t even finished loading his coffee with fake sugar

Doc hadn’t even finished loading his coffee with fake sugar before Steve piped up.

“I think it’s disgusting and weird and unnatural and it should be outlawed!” the tall cowboy said, coming to rest at the philosophy counter of the Mule Barn truck stop.

“Aw Steve,” said Doc, “the coffee isn’t that bad.”

“Coffee? Nay, I say unto you, Doc. It ain’t the coffee … it’s them Academy Awards on the television. You see them? All them good-looking women Scotch-taping themselves into those dresses so they almost stay on? Those weird guys they’re with who only shave on Tuesdays?”

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DNREC to Hold First Community Meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease

DNREC will hold the first community meeting about the recent detection of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Delaware’s white-tailed deer at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at the Baldcypress Nature Center at Trap Pond State Park in Laurel. For anyone unable to attend the in-person meeting, a virtual option is available.

Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, social media, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be hosting Town Hall Meetings monthly, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall Meeting will be Friday, May15th in Merchantville. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please submit them and we will forward them to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners holds public Monthly Meetings at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, in Camden. The next Caucus Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May19th, and the Monthly Commissioner Meeting will be held on Thursday, May21st. These meetings are held to help the community stay up-to-date on county proceedings. Click Here to watch meetings online.

Philadelphia Police Crime Report

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating several separate incidents that occurred across the city over the last 24 hours, including two shootings and a chaotic series of hit-and-run collisions involving a stolen utility truck.

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National Maritime Day May 17, 2026

Image courtesy: Gabby Reagoso, daughter of Mike Reagoso of McAllister Towing.

Statement From NJ Assembly Sponsors on DOJ Lawsuit

Assembly members Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Annette Quijano, Alixon Collazos-Gill, Gabriel Rodriguez, and Michael Venezia issued the following statement today on the federal Department of Justice’s lawsuit regarding their bill, A1743, better known as the “Law Enforcement Officer Protection Act.” The bill, signed into law earlier this year, requires law enforcement officers to reveal facial identity during certain public interactions and to present sufficient identification prior to arresting or detaining a person.

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Pet of the Week: Meet Gandalf!

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Rowan Women’s Track & Field Takes Home Conference Championship

The Rowan Women’s Track & Field Team won its first NJAC Championship since the 2019 season, unseating TCNJ in its quest for a sixth-straight title as the Profs totaled 211.5 points over the two-day meet held at Ramapo.

The title is the eighth in program history and first under head coach Shedrick Elliott III.

The Profs took home three first-place finishes on Sunday and a bevy of top 5 results to stave off the Lions (207 points) for the NJAC crown. Stockton took third (133) while Montclair State was fourth (113).

Sunday’s recap: