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9+ hour, 26+ min ago (36+ words) Delaware is mainly a flat state, but that doesn't mean you can't find endless bucket-list-worthy views-and you don't even have to go on a long, strenuous hike to see them....

15+ hour, 2+ min ago (715+ words) Here's the stories you'll be talking about on the New Jersey 101.5 Morning Show on'Friday: MANAHAWKIN " The body of a 19-year-old man who was reportedly seen jumping from the Manahawkin Bay Bridge last month has been recovered, Stafford Township police said. The young man was reported missing following an incident where he was reportedly seen jumping off the Route 72 Causeway Bridge, also known as the Dorland J. Henderson Memorial Bridge, at around 10 p.m., two days before Thanksgiving on Nov. 25, according to police. Police found an unoccupied gray Toyota Camry at the top of the bridge. Following an extensive multi-agency search effort spanning approximately three weeks, police said the man's body was found last night in the waters near the bridge, which connects Stafford to Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island. HAMILTON (Atlantic) " Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. was acquitted on Thursday of…...

15+ hour, 3+ min ago (334+ words) Mikie Sherrill will buck tradition when she's sworn in as New Jersey's new governor, taking the oath of office outside the state's capital city. The Democrat announced Thursday her inauguration as the Garden State's 57th " and second female " governor will take place at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark on Jan. 20. It's only the second time since Trenton became the state capitol in 1790 that a New Jersey governor will be inaugurated elsewhere " and the first time a brand new governor will do so. The only other time was 1998, when Christie Whitman " the state's first female governor " was sworn in to her second term, also at NJPAC. Sherrill, a former congresswoman, will deliver her inauguration speech at the event, outlining her vision for the state after winning last month's election to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy. "I couldn't be…...

15+ hour, 12+ min ago (164+ words) Delaware State Hornets (3-9) at Tulane Green Wave (4-6) New Orleans; Saturday, 1 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Delaware State aims to end its five-game skid with a victory against Tulane. The Green Wave are 3-3 in home games. Tulane gives up 75.3 points and has been outscored by 3.7 points per game. The Hornets have gone 0-7 away from home. Delaware State is 0-1 in games decided by less than 4 points. Tulane scores 71.6 points, 5.7 more per game than the 65.9 Delaware State gives up. Delaware State averages 3.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 3.2 fewer made shots on average than the 6.5 per game Tulane allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Kanija Daniel is scoring 12.1 points per game and averaging 2.8 rebounds for the Green Wave. Mecailin Marshall is averaging 1.7 made 3-pointers. Amaya Scott is averaging 8.9 points for the Hornets. Jemesha Frierson is averaging 6.7 points over the last 10 games....

19+ hour, 57+ min ago (412+ words) MILFORD, DE- Twenty-two students celebrated new beginnings today after completing the Food Bank of Delaware's 12-week culinary and L.O.G.I.C. training programs. The graduation ceremony honored the hard work and perseverance of students who gained hands-on skills at no cost. The Culinary School program trains students for entry-level jobs in restaurants and food service. The 12-week course combines classroom instruction, hands-on kitchen training, and a two-week work experience. The L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing, and Inventory Control) program is a trade course that provides students with practical experience in the Food Bank's warehouses, where they learn to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and cherry pickers. DeAngelo McGlotten, a graduate from the L.O.G.I.C. program, said he joined the program after seeking a new direction in life. "I enrolled in a program because I thought it would be a good opportunity to try something new." Now, with…...

20+ hour, 36+ min ago (236+ words) New Jersey is celebrating its 238th birthday on Dec. 18, and so are some of the state's most notable people. "Best day of the year" the official New Jersey Instagram account posted in the morning. Plenty of people agreed as the post had over 8,000 likes. The account followed up by sharing a video that featured memorable New Jerseyans wishing the state a happy birthday. The video opened with actress Rachel Zegler, a Clifton native, and Jack Antonoff, acclaimed musician, producer and Bergenfield native. It would return to that duo later for their full message. It then turned to Zach Sang, Wayne native and a radio personality/podcaster. "Happy 238th birthday to the greatest state in the nation," Sang said. Sen. Andy Kim was next to wish the state a happy birthday. He was followed by "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice....

21+ hour, 10+ min ago (924+ words) Camden and Essex counties have the most children in foster care. New Jersey has the lowest placement rate in the country. The majority of children in New Jersey's foster care system are Black and Hispanic, according to a WHYY News analysis. Camden and Essex counties have the highest number of placements in the state; Black children are the dominant group in those counties. Latino children represent the largest number of placements in Middlesex, Hudson and Passaic counties. Regions that are mostly rural or along the shore see the largest proportion of white children in foster care, with Ocean, Monmouth and Gloucester counties at the top of the list. The number of Hispanic children in placement increased by 8.5% between 2020 and 2024, while the number of Black children placed decreased by .5% over the same period. Overall, children ages 6 to 12 have the highest number…...

22+ hour, 3+ min ago (740+ words) Shubhabrata's fascination for movies began at an early age when his father brought home DVDs for rent. From "The Lion King' to "The Mask' to "Batman & Robin' to "Spider-Man', animated characters and superheroes were making their entrances and exits one after another in his head like in a grand show almost all the time. This fascination slowly got bigger and he decided to channel his love for movies into writing about them. He has been an entertainment writer for more than 3 years now, watching movies and shows while waiting for new ones to arrive. When he isn't working or watching, you will find him somewhere among retro songs, long walks, and non-fiction novels. Daniel Radcliffe's "Trust The Man' Starts Filming in New York and New Jersey in June 2026 New York and New Jersey will be Daniel Radcliffe's ground zero for…...

22+ hour, 14+ min ago (465+ words) DSP says the preliminary investigation revealed that the robbery suspect had been to the home earlier in the day on December 16, then returned to the home around 6:00 p.m. that day with three additional suspects. The four men forced their way into the home, with one displaying a firearm. Once inside, police say the suspects demanded money and other items. One of the suspects struck the victim on the top of his head, then all four suspects fled the home on foot. The victim sustained minor injuries following the robbery....

22+ hour, 35+ min ago (124+ words) Tommy Denvir scored a game-high 30 points for Delaware Valley in its 61-51 win over Bernards in Alexandria. Delaware Valley (2-0) led 40-27 at halftime against Bernards. Lochlyn Marsh scored 12 points for Delaware Valley. Peter Dubljevic had eight points. Tommy Denvir scored a game-high 30 points for Delaware Valley in its 61-51 win over Bernards in Alexandria. Delaware Valley (2-0) led 40-27 at halftime against Bernards. Lochlyn Marsh scored 12 points for Delaware Valley. Peter Dubljevic had eight points. Ryan Frame and Richie Jobs each scored 16 points for Bernards (0-3). Ricky Giebel tallied 10 points, five rebounds, four assists and five steals. Casey Hoeckele recorded 12 rebounds with four points and three blocks....