NJCIC awards $630,000 to NJ newsrooms

The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium has awarded $630,000 in renewal grants to 13 organizations supporting local news and civic information across the state. The funding will support community-centered reporting, education journalism, multilingual news, youth journalism, environmental coverage, and other efforts to expand access to trusted local information. Since 2021, the Consortium has invested more than $13.5 million in New Jersey local news and information projects.

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2026 DNREC Photo Contest Winners Unveiled

Winners of the second DNREC Photo Contest were announced during Governor’s Day (July 30) at the Delaware State Fair. Left to right as shown above are contest winners and the categories for which they were cited: Vicente Pineda, People Enjoying Nature; Bill Cheadle, Watersheds: Landscapes and Waterways; Emma Serbinski, Youth; and Fred Waski, Hunting and Fishing. /Delaware DNREC photo

Winners of the 2026 DNREC Photo Contest gathered at the Delaware State Fair today to be honored by Governor Matt Meyer and the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.  This year – the second for the annual contest – DNREC encouraged photographers of all ages and skills levels to submit eye-catching images they had taken of the natural world in Delaware spanning five categories: People Enjoying Nature, Watersheds: Landscapes and Waterways, Wildlife and Aquatic Life, Hunting and Fishing, and Youth Entries.

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MD State Fire Marshal Says a Camper’s Fire Caused $15,000 in Damages

OAKLAND, GARRET COUNTY, MARYLAND(July 31, 2026)(CNBNews)— On July 30, 2026, a camper’s fire at 47 Dobbin Road, Oakland destroyed a greenhouse and two tow-behind campers. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal, the estimated damage is $15,000. Seven members of the Gorman Volunteer Fire Department responded to the one-alarm fire. There were no reported injuries. The investigation is ongoing. Until completed, charges are pending.  The Garrett County Sheriff’s Office 
is assisting with the investigation. If anyone has information on this fire please call the State Fire Marshal at 301-766-3888.

Philadelphia Police Report the Following Incidents

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

39th District Fatal Shooting Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at approximately 4:20 AM. Officers from the 39th District responded to the 2900 block of West Clementine Street following radio calls reporting a person with a gun and gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, officers located a 42-year-old male victim lying on the street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his chest, left leg, right arm, and right hip. Police transported the victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 4:40 AM. No arrests have been made, and no motive has been established at this time. The investigation remains actively ongoing with the Homicide Unit.

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Road Closed Due To Flooding

Rt 130 at Maple Ave is closed in both directions due to flooding. Please avoid the area.

Alert sent on 08/03/2026 at 5:30AM EDT

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Flash Flood Warning until 10 AM

* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE…Portions of New Jersey, including the following counties, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex and Somerset and southeast Pennsylvania, including the following counties, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia.

* WHEN…Until 1000 AM EDT.

* IMPACTS…It will take several hours for all the water from these storms to work through local drainage systems in urban areas.

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From the Bleachers to the Betting App

Local sports fans are finding new ways to turn an ordinary game day into a more connected community experience. Digital platforms have added another layer of convenience, giving supporters immediate access to scores, statistics, odds and developments across major matchups.

Anyone who follows sports in Gloucester City knows the familiar thrill of gathering on the bleachers to support a local team. The noise of the crowd, the conversations between plays and the shared anticipation all contribute to the city’s sporting culture. Today, you can carry part of that experience home or follow the action wherever you happen to be.

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How Long Do Foger Pods Last?

The Foger Switch Pro is one of the most popular vapes in America today, and it has gotten to that position because people absolutely love its unique two-part design. The Foger vape consists of a reusable dock and a disposable pod, but it’s not like other pod vapes because the pod works as a tiny vape on its own. People love the flexibility of being able to use the pod with or without the dock, and they also love Foger’s enormous selection of tasty flavors.

People are switching to Foger vapes by the hundreds every day, and you might be the next one. Before you change brands, though, you need to know how the Switch Pro is going to affect your current vaping budget. Most people find that the Foger Switch Pro costs less than other vapes because you only need to buy the full starter kit once, but the only way to know for sure is by understanding how long Foger pods last. Let’s dig in.

What Does Foger Claim?

Foger pods contain 19 ml of vape juice, and Foger claims that each pod lasts up to 30,000 puffs.

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Joint Media Release From Gloucester County OEM: Grenloch Lake Investigation

On Thursday, July 30, 2026,  a complaint was filed to New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regarding a substance on Grenloch Lake in Washington Township, Gloucester County that was white and filmy in appearance. Officials from Gloucester County HazMat Response Unit, within the Office of Emergency Management, responded to investigate along with Washington Twp. Fire Department. The substance on the lake was discovered as described in the complaint to NJDEP. Through the investigation, it was later discovered that an accidental discharge of an ABC dry chemical fire extinguishing agent took place at the New Jersey Transit Bus Garage on SR42 (Black Horse Pike) which entered a nearby waterway, and later collected in a southern section of Grenloch Lake.

Officials on scene coordinated with NJDEP – Bureau of Emergency Response and environmental officials of NJ Transit during the investigation. Less than 25lbs of this low toxicity extinguishing agent was released during the incident, which is anticipated to have a minimal impact to aquatic life.

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Camden County Starts $2.5M Bridge Repair Project

Beginning August 3, Camden County will begin work on Collings Ave Bridge over Newton Creek at the border of Gloucester City and Camden City. The $2.5 million project involves replacement of the concrete deck, sidewalks, and parapet, as well as refurbishment of steel support beams and bearings. Beginning on August 3, the bridge will be closed for approximately three months. Traffic will be diverted to Route 676 Exit 3 via Broadway and Morgan Boulevard.   

“These improvements to the Collings Avenue Bridge are essential to keeping our infrastructure safe and reliable,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “We want to thank our residents for their patience during the next few months and recommend that they give themselves extra time in their commute while detours are in place.”