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17+ hour, 52+ min ago (221+ words) Trenton, NJ " A fast-moving winter storm is expected to blanket much of central and southern New Jersey in snow overnight, with totals reaching up to five inches by Sunday morning. Forecasters warn that snowfall could be heavy at times before midnight as temperatures drop into the mid-20s. By daybreak, the storm is expected to taper off from west to east, leaving behind slick roads and dangerous travel conditions. Drivers are urged to reduce speed and use extra caution overnight as untreated roads become snow-covered and icy. The advisory also warns of slippery sidewalks and steps for anyone heading outdoors early Sunday. Storm timing and conditionsSnow will begin as a rain-and-snow mix this evening before changing to all snow after midnight. Heavier bursts are likely through the early morning hours, reducing visibility for drivers. Accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are possible by sunrise,…...

19+ hour, 14+ min ago (264+ words) Georgetown, Del. " The Delaware Public archives has a plethora of resources available to Delawareans, one of them is their genealogical archives and researchers. On Friday, the Delaware Public archives recently partnered with the Georgetown Public library to host an event meant to learn more about forgotten histories in Delaware. Leah Greer, research archivist at the Delaware Public Archives, said the event was to help people who might have hit a wall researching their family histories can overcome it. "It is what we call forgotten family," she said. "And specifically highlighting the pauper records that we have in our collection." Greer said the event would highlight records kept by almshouses and workhouses throughout Delaware that record people who "otherwise often were forgotten in more conventional types of records that you would find." "Being able to partner with organizations like the archives…...

20+ hour, 46+ min ago (428+ words) NHL News: New Jersey Devils face another setback as defenseman Simon Nemec is sidelined with an injury....

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (415+ words) The Vancouver Canucks begin a five-game road trip in New Jersey on Sunday morning, which will bring them to the Christmas break. Note the 9:30 a.m. PT start time. Friday night was a big news day for the team, as they traded Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Liam "hgren, and a 2026 first-round pick. All three of the new players were at practice on Saturday, and the head coach spoke about them. "I worked with Zeev when he was 13, for three years in a row. But I had no idea this was going down at all. I know him well as a person and as a player. I've seen him play a lot of hockey; he's going to be a really good hockey player, and he will be fun to work with." Quick Hits on…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (1015+ words) Delaware might be small, but its seafood scene packs a serious punch. I spent weeks cruising the backroads, hunting down the most tucked-away crab shacks and fish joints that locals guard like treasure maps. Here's the honest truth about all eleven hidden gems I discovered along Delaware's coastal highways and forgotten country roads. Tucked right off Coastal Highway, this unassuming spot serves up some of the freshest steamed crabs I've ever cracked open. The Old Bay seasoning hits just right'not too heavy, not too light'and the corn on the cob comes swimming in butter that'll make your cardiologist weep. What really won me over was their crab cake sandwich, packed with jumbo lump meat and zero filler nonsense. Staff treats you like family, even if it's your first visit. Address: 1500 Coastal Hwy #1, Fenwick Island, DE 19944 Right near the lighthouse, this…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (848+ words) As cold weather continues to grip New Jersey, we now watch with bated breath as a fast-moving clipper system flies our way. As it swings through from Saturday night into Sunday morning, much of the state will see the first accumulating snow of the season. (In fact, this will be New Jersey's most impactful winter storm in over 10 months, since February 11-12, 2025.) It's not a "major" storm. It's not a coastal storm or nor'easter. It's not a "messy," multi-impact storm. It's a few inches of snow. Enough to snarl travel due to poor traction and reduced visibility. And enough to make the second half of the weekend feel especially wintry. With less than 24 hours to go until peak wintry impacts, let's talk about the latest storm timeline and expected accumulations. And we can't ignore or undermine the extreme cold that will…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (410+ words) WASHINGTON TWP., N.J. (WPVI) -- A Washington Township, New Jersey, man is facing criminal charges after police say he impersonated a federal officer and entered a home under construction - while armed - during a property check on Wednesday afternoon. Police said an officer was dispatched to a Strand Avenue home after a caller reported that the door had been left open. Officers later learned the caller was the same man who met the responding officer at the scene, identified as Nicholas Cabral, who lives nearby and claimed he was a Homeland Security officer. "He was in a marked police car with police lights on it. It was lettered Homeland Security, federal police," said Washington Township Police Chief Patrick Gurcsik. "It wasn't until they cleared the call that our officers believed there was something suspicious about him." Body camera footage captured Cabral asking the…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago (182+ words) Several downtown Newark streets will close Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. as crews film scenes for a motion picture production. Newark, NJ " Several key streets in downtown Newark will be closed for much of Saturday as crews film a movie scene in the city's central business district, officials announced. Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. said the closures will begin at 6 a.m. and continue through 6 p.m. on December 13. Motorists are urged to expect delays and plan alternate routes around the affected areas. Traffic officers will be on-site to assist drivers and pedestrians throughout the day. City officials said local access will be maintained where possible, but through-traffic in the downtown core will be limited. Director Miranda thanked residents and commuters for their cooperation, noting that film productions help promote Newark as a destination for creative projects while bringing economic activity to local businesses....

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (319+ words) The Salvation Army Delaware is calling on the community to help ensure hundreds of children in need have a gift to open this holiday season. The organization's Angel Tree Program provides toys and gifts to families in need, and this year, officials said 856 families, representing 1,805 children, have signed up for assistance." Despite donations so far, the Salvation Army shared that they are still in urgent need of 2,110 toys by Monday, December 15, for 422 children ages 0 to 12. The organization especially needs toys for boys and girls ages 9 to 12. The monetary equivalent of the 422 is $50,640, or roughly $120 per child." "No child should be forgotten at Christmas,said"Captain Cristina Spencer"of The Salvation Army Wilmington Corps.We need community members, local businesses, and civic groups to step up, adopt angels, and donate unwrapped gifts right away. Salvation Army listed ways you can spread…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago (251+ words) Delaware State Hornets (3-8) at Longwood Lancers (6-5) Farmville, Virginia; Saturday, 3 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lancers -10.5; over/under is 144.5 BOTTOM LINE: Delaware State visits Longwood after Ademar Santos scored 22 points in Delaware State's 75-72 overtime win over the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens. The Lancers have gone 4-1 at home. Longwood has a 0-1 record in one-possession games. The Hornets are 0-6 on the road. Delaware State has a 1-6 record against teams above .500. Longwood is shooting 45.1% from the field this season, 4.4 percentage points lower than the 49.5% Delaware State allows to opponents. Delaware State averages 60.1 points per game, 14.7 fewer points than the 74.8 Longwood allows to opponents. TOP PERFORMERS: Redd Thompson averages 1.0 made 3-pointers per game for the Lancers, scoring 8.3 points while shooting 37.9% from beyond the arc. Jacoi Hutchinson is averaging 13.5 points, 3.3 assists and 1.5 steals over the past 10 games. Ponce James is shooting 40.8% and averaging 13.7 points for the Hornets....