MD Anderson at Cooper Earns FACT Accreditation

MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper has earned accreditation from the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) for its Blood & Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program—marking a major milestone for cancer care in the region and advancing access to life-saving treatment for patients across South Jersey.

With this achievement, MD Anderson at Cooper is the only provider of stem cell transplant services in southern New Jersey, giving patients access to these highly specialized therapies without the need to travel to Philadelphia or central New Jersey.

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Congrats on the Growth—Now About That Tech Situation…

If you own a business in South Jersey, you are operating in one of the most exciting economic regions in the country. The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia ranks the region as the #13 Global Startup Ecosystem, with major momentum in Life Sciences, AI, and Advanced Manufacturing. Altogether, those industries have helped generate about $76 billion in economic value across the region. This statistic represents thousands of entrepreneurs, startups, family-owned businesses, contractors, professional service firms, manufacturers, retailers, and local companies working every day to build something meaningful.

Gloucester County Continues to Lead

The momentum is especially noticeable right here in Gloucester County. New Jersey is home to more than 1 million small businesses, representing 99.7% of all businesses across the state. In Gloucester County, small businesses account for 93% of all companies operating in the local economy, which also means that the county has become a major commercial engine for the South Jersey and Philadelphia metro market. With a median household income of $105,100 and a stable economic environment, businesses continue to find opportunities to grow, expand, and invest in their future. The good news is, that growth is creating new opportunities, but at the same time, it is also creating new technology challenges.

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Heat Advisory until 08:00PM Friday

* WHAT…Heat index values up to 103 degrees expected.

* WHERE…In Delaware, New Castle County. In New Jersey, Mercer, Camden, Gloucester, and Northwestern Burlington Counties. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Eastern Chester, Eastern Montgomery, Lower Bucks, and Philadelphia Counties.

* WHEN…From 11 AM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NEW CASTLE … MERCER … GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON … DELAWARE … PHILADELPHIA … EASTERN CHESTER … EASTERN MONTGOMERY … LOWER BUCKS

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Philadelphia Police Investigate Shooting

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is actively investigating a shooting that occurred on Monday evening in the city’s 39th Police District.

On June 8, 2026, at approximately 7:55 p.m., police responded to reports of a shooting in the area of 22nd Street and Lehigh Avenue. Shortly thereafter, an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds was transported via a private vehicle to Temple University Hospital; his condition is currently unknown.

At this time, no arrests have been made, and no motives have been established.

This information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation develops. Updates will be shared as they become available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group at 215-686-3270 or submit an anonymous tip by calling or texting 215-686-TIPS (8477).

NJ Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Admin. Over Total Energies Offshore Wind Deal

New Jersey joined several states in a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration over the Department of the Interior’s $1 billion buyout of TotalEnergies’ offshore wind lease back in March of this year.

Other states in the lawsuit include New York, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The seven attorneys general cited that the deal violates the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act on several fronts.

The lease buyout in March led TotalEnergies to abandon its U.S. offshore wind projects, including Attentive Energy Two located in the NY/NJ Bight. Attentive Energy was set to provide 1,342 megawatts (MW) to New Jersey, powering 650,000 homes and generating $3 billion in economic benefits.

In response to New Jersey joining the lawsuit, NJ Sierra Club Director, Anjuli Ramos-Busot issued the following statement;
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Fundraiser for AC Police Sgt. Ivanov and Family

Sergeant Ivanov’s recovery fund covers medical costs, childcare, and family stability needs

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (CNBNews)(June 9, 2026)–The Atlantic City Police Department Union released the following statement regarding Police Sgt. Christian Ivanov who was critically injured after being shot in the line of duty. A GoFund Me page that has been published and those who worked with him or knew him are asking the public to donate to it. The money raised will be used towards his medical costs, for childcare, and family stability needs.

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New Jersey Symphony Makes Rowan Debut

(GLASSBORO, NJ) – The Marie Rader Series is thrilled to launch its 2026-27 season, entitled “Life & Liberty,” with the New Jersey Symphony’s Rowan University debut.

Geared toward audiences ages 12 and up, the New Jersey Symphony’s July 22nd program provides an educational sampling of chamber music masterworks from four distinct composers, including Felix Mendelssohn, Antonín Dvořák, Florence Price and Jessie Montgomery, in honor of America’s 250^th birthday. Four string musicians from this world-class orchestra with local roots will be joined by Rowan University faculty and alumni as special guests.

The 2026-27 Marie Rader Series season will complement the nation-wide commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence through a range of programs for multi-generational audiences. With an emphasis on singular African American composers, interpreters, choreographers and storytellers, this season weaves together a year-long arts experience like no other, and invites audiences to reflect on how our shared histories can help lead us toward envisioning a shared future.

To My Nation

New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players

featuring Rowan University Strings Faculty & Alumni

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

7 PM | Pfleeger Concert Hall

Ticket prices: $25 / $15 / $5

go.rowan.edu/njsymphony

2026 Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Workshop Schedule

NOAA Fisheries announces the July-September 2026 schedule for free workshops held in locations across the Atlantic and Gulf of America regions.

These workshops are required for certain fishermen and dealers.

All updates will be posted on our website.

Atlantic Shark Identification Workshop

This workshop is mandatory for all Atlantic shark dealers who have not already received a valid workshop certificate or whose certificate is expiring prior to the next permit renewal. Atlantic shark dealers may not receive, purchase, trade, or barter for Atlantic sharks unless a valid Atlantic Shark Identification Workshop dealer certificate is on the premises of each business location listed under the shark dealer permit where sharks are first received.

Pre-registration is highly recommended but not required. To pre-register, please contact Angler Conservation Education at (386) 682-0158.

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Fatal Shooting in the 15th District

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday evening in the city’s 15th Police District.

On June 7, 2026, at approximately 4:58 p.m., police responded to reports of gunfire on the highway along the 5198 block of Princeton Avenue. Upon arriving at the scene, first responders located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Medic 47 personnel pronounced the victim deceased on location at 5:07 p.m.

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The Jews Are Back: An Evening of Survival, Rebirth, and Jewish Pride

Cherry Hill, NJ – Chabad in Cherry Hill, together with Chabad in Medford, Chabad in Florence, and Chabad in Cherry Hill West, will host a powerful and meaningful community gathering titled “The Jews Are Back: A Story of Survival & Rebirth” on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Chabad in Cherry Hill, 1925 Kresson Road, Cherry Hill.

The evening will mark 88 years since Kristallnacht, the “Night of Broken Glass,” when Jewish homes, synagogues, and businesses were violently attacked across Nazi Germany and Austria. The program will reflect on the pain of that dark chapter in Jewish history while celebrating the remarkable survival, resilience, and rebirth of Jewish life.