Down The Shore: SHIELD Task Force Inaugural Traffic Safety Enforcement

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced the successful completion of the inaugural enforcement operation conducted under the newly established Cape May County SHIELD Task Force (Safety on Highways through Intensive Enforcement & Law Enforcement Deployment).

On July 6, 2026, officers from multiple Cape May County law enforcement agencies participated in the SHIELD Traffic Initiative, a countywide, data-driven enforcement effort targeting roadway corridors identified through traffic crash analysis as having historically high rates of fatal and serious motor vehicle crashes. The initiative is designed to reduce dangerous driving behaviors through highly visible enforcement, interagency collaboration, and proactive public safety efforts.

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Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound, I-76 eastbound overnight lane and ramp closures this week in Bellmawr

Overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled on Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound this week as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays when traveling through the work zones.

Route 42 northbound to I-76 westbound Lane Closures

Beginning at 10 p.m. tonight, Monday, July 6 until 5 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, July 7 and again on Tuesday, July 7; Wednesday, July 8; Thursday, July 9 and Saturday, July 11 at the same time, the three left lanes on Route 42 northbound will be closed between Leaf Avenue (mile post 13.8) and where Route 42 northbound splits to I-76 westbound and I-295 northbound (mile post 14.2). Motorists will be directed to take Exit 1B to I-295 northbound/Trenton. Stay left to take Exit 27B to I-76 to I-676 and Route 130/Camden/Philadelphia.

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Camden County Roadwork Projects

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of July 6 to July 10.

“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.”

Audubon

· Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue on Monday, July 6, to Friday, July 10, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a partial eastbound road closure between East Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.

· PSE&G will be working on 241 Crystal Lake Avenue on Wednesday, July 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Prospect Avenue & Hopkins Road.

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Black Horse Pike/Route 168 southbound closed and detoured overnight this week

Black Horse Pike/Route 168 southbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured overnight this week at Lower Landing Road for water main installation in Gloucester Township, Camden County. In addition, traffic will be shifted on Black Horse Pike/Route 168 northbound north of the Route 42 interchange.

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PSE&G Installing New Gas Main on Haddon Avenue

Beginning Monday, July 6, PSE&G will start installation of a new gas main on Haddon Avenue in Haddonfield. Crews will begin work on Monday, July 6, and is expected to continue through the end of August, weather permitting.

Crews will perform daytime work from Marne Avenue to Kings Highway from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by nighttime work at the intersection of Haddon Avenue and Kings Highway. Upon completion of the Marne Avenue to Kings Highway section, daytime work will continue from Kings Highway to Ellis Street.

Terminal Holiday Schedule – Independence Day 2026

Camden County Roadwork Projects

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of June 29 to July 3.

Audubon

· Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue from Monday, June 29, to Friday, July 3, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between East Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.

· PSE&G will be working on 257 Crystal Lake Avenue on Tuesday, June 30, and Wednesday, July 1, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be a partial westbound road closure between Prospect Avenue and Hopkins Road.

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TSA prepared to screen nearly 18.7 million air travelers this Fourth of July holiday

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is honored to play a role in helping travelers reach their destinations to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary of independence. The agency is well prepared for the heavy volume over the Fourth of July holiday period, expecting to screen nearly 18.7 million travelers at U.S. airport security checkpoints between Tuesday, June 30, and Monday, July 6. TSA anticipates the highest passenger volume – more than 3 million people – on Thursday, July 2.

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Road Closures and Detours

The left and center lanes on I-295 southbound will be closed at 6 p.m. tonight before Exit 30/Warwick Road for emergency sign repairs in Lawnside, Camden County.

Beginning at 6 p.m. today, Wednesday, June 24, the left and center laneson I-295 southbound before Exit 30/Warwick Road will be closed for emergency repairs to an overhead sign on the Lundy Avenue overpass in Lawnside. At least one lane on I-295 southbound will remain open. Repairs are expected to be completed tonight with all lanes open before the Thursday morning rush hour.

Motorists on I-295 southbound are advised to use caution and slow down. Expect delays and consider alternate routes.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for construction updates and real-time travel information. For NJDOT news follow us on X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT, on the NJDOT Facebook page, or Instagram @NewJersey.DOT.

I-295 southbound/Al-Jo’s Curve closed and detouredtonight and Wednesday night in Bellmawr

The I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo’s Curve, is scheduled to be closed and detoured tonight and tomorrow night as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled on Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound tonight, tomorrow, and Friday nights. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel and construct a retaining wall.