Bay City is known for its lively spirit, and this weekend was no exception. Instead of the usual downtown festivities, the town engaged in two unique events that combined fun with a sense of community. The first event was the Bay City Noon Optimist Club's annual fundraiser, held at the Kawkawlin Township Hall. This event featured camel races, which, despite being on...
A storm is on its way to southeastern PA and NJ, bringing a lot of rain and wind. The weather will change from the nice days we've had recently. Expect heavy rain and strong winds on Thursday. The rain will start overnight and last most of the day. By Thursday night, the storm will move out, and the weather will start to clear up. The National Weather Service says t...
A former church worker in New Jersey is in hot water after being accused of stealing over half a million dollars from his own parish. Joseph A. Manzi, who worked as the director of finance, operations, and development at the Church of Saint Leo the Great in Lincroft, is said to have used the money to fund a lifestyle that many can only dream of. This included designe...
A terrible accident took place at a factory in Tennessee. Sixteen people lost their lives when the factory exploded. The factory, called Accurate Energetic Systems (AES), was in Hickman County. The explosion happened early in the morning on October 10. No one survived. The sheriffs of Humphreys County and Hickman County shared the names of those who died. They asked...
The Justice Department has made a significant change in its approach to police oversight. It is now backing away from cases against police departments in Minneapolis and Louisville, Kentucky. This decision reverses the previous use of consent decrees. These agreements were meant to hold law enforcement accountable for their actions. The shift comes just before the an...
In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and dealing with damaged homes and no electricity or water for weeks. “...
Early on Monday morning, a New Jersey Transit train traveling southbound from Trenton hit a fallen tree just north of Roebling Station in Mansfield Township. The impact was severe. Unfortunately, the train operator lost their life. This is the first tragic incident in the area's memory according to long-time residents. Out of the 42 passengers on board, 23 sustained...