For centuries the Somers Mansion has sat on a hill where it now looks down on the traffic that flows on Shore Road, but a group of area residents, including both state and local officials, have met up to figure out the future of this historic building.

A South jersey based campaign and a popular ride-sharing service teamed up today in attempts to help bring an end to drunk driving this summer. 

The Gloucester County Division of Senior Services Nutrition Program will be giving out Senior Farmers' Market vouchers to 1,600 seniors living in the area.

Atlantic city's 48 blocks were filled with music, fun and most importantly the arts this weekend. 

Owners of four-wheel-drive cars, trucks, and SUVs will have something else to look forward to next time they plan a beach trip to Wildwood.

The Diocese of Camden will be merging its parishes, meaning a few local worship sites may be closing their doors.

A scary sight in Cape May County caught the eyes of many along the coast as a fire sent out an ominous cloud of smoke that could be seen for miles down the Jersey Shore. 

The North Wildwood Police Department says that the body of a young man in his early 20s, possibly Hispanic, washed up on the beach between 24th and 25th Avenues on Sunday, June 25th, at around 9 p.m.

The New Jersey Attorney General's Office released the number of Narcan deployments that have been done per county and two South Jersey counties are among the top four.

Thanks to a collaboration between the Atlantic City Arts Foundation and Stockton University, a city-wide art exhibition is popping up on Saturday, June 24th.

On June 23rd, 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson and Russian Premier Alexei Kosygin met in Glassboro for what’s now known as the historic 'Glassboro Summit.'  

Mosquito season is upon us and Atlantic County officials are doing their part to make sure these pesky insects stay under control.

Beachstock 2017 will return to the Margate beach on Saturday, June 24th, with new activities, live music, and new performances for the whole family to enjoy.

Officials in Cumberland County have been working hard this month in an attempt to raise awareness for Gun Safety Month. 

A bill to raise the legal age for smoking has made its way to the governor's desk.

New legislation to rename a portion of Route 55 after fallen State Trooper Frankie Williams is on its way to Gov. Christie's desk for final approval.

Police in Glassboro are investigating and looking for the suspect(s) responsible for vandalizing the Veteran's Memorial in the new Town Square. 

A major Jersey Shore bridge that has been causing traffic headaches over the past two months has finally reopened.

Officials in Buena Vista Township are searching for a few miscreants who vandalized property in Richland.

This week in Wildwood, the National Marbles Tournament took over the Wildwood Avenue section of the beach, as it has every summer for the last 94 years. 

Students from a robust college program in Camden have beaten the odds and finally made it to their graduation day.

Officials in Camden unveiled and opened up a new park that will be keeping kids in the area cool during the summer.

After celebrating losing 300 pounds, a Mays Landing man now has another victory to celebrate.

State police are looking for any information regarding an aggravated assault that took place at Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove on Tuesday, June 20th.

A local organization is doing its part to make sure kids in the area have safe and fun summer camp experiences.

A group of local artists hopes to get the community’s support in bringing back an historic piece of Millville history.  

The body of the second missing swimmer in last week's rip current accident has been found.

On Wednesday, June 21st, Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno made a stop in South Jersey to help celebrate the opening of a new food-service facility.

The AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center (ARMC) Trauma Center hosted a reunion luncheon on Wednesday at its Atlantic City campus to celebrate the 25 years it has been providing care to the community.

Atlantic City officials gathered today to reveal the summer schedule of activities to formally usher in their newly renovated community park.

We met 16-year-old Marina Dolz last winter when she was brought into the SNJ Today offices by her sponsor from Rotary International. The Spanish foreign-exchange student had expressed a willingness to write and an interest in journalism, so ...

On Wednesday, June 21st, nearly a hundred volunteers spent the longest day of the year at Reeds Road Elementary School taking part in the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey's annual Day of Action.

At the beginning of the school year at Salem City Middle School, a ceiling collapsed in a classroom.

Plans to transform the Taj Mahal to the Hard Rock Atlantic City hotel and casino are underway and the grand opening is running right on schedule.

The CRDA announced yesterday that they approved a supplemental fund reservation in an amount not to exceed $1 million, to fund renovations and improvements associated with relocating Sister Jean's Kitchen.

Camden High School handed out its final diplomas to the last graduating class of its old building.

Emergency responders in Cape May County got an up close look at a new technology that could give them access to cell phone service immediately after a disastrous storm, all thanks to a drone.

A busy Jersey Shore season also means an uptick in fake IDs being used by underage drinkers. 

Atlantic County Law Enforcement officials gathered for special training with the intention to better equip officers with the skills they need to carefully handle citizens dealing with mental disorders or special needs, when officers are out in the field.

A local veteran's remains were escorted by family, area police, and a motorcycle group called Warriors Watch Riders, to his final resting place on Tuesday, June 20th. 

United States citizens get to honor the symbol of America on June 20th by celebrating National American Eagle Day.

A new study released by Stockton University shows that Atlantic City's tourism economy is continuing to thrive.

A national nonprofit organization, In His Wakes, made a stop in South Jersey on Monday, June 19th, giving kids from a youth group in Millville and Salem County’s Ranch Hope a special day to remember.

Over a dozen volunteers slathered on the sunscreen and spent Monday, June 19th, working in the sun as they kicked off installation week for a unique mosaic art project.

The Cumberland County region offers families day-trip adventures. For a day trip or even for a string of adventures to make up a “staycation,” a vacation at home, here are local treasures to add to this summer’s list of places to go. 

Rutgers University opened up a new Welcome Center for prospective students at the Camden campus on Monday, June 19th.

Local officials, New Jersey State officials, and community members rallied together on Monday, June 19th, to take a stand against offshore drilling.

The Atlantic City Police Department says on the early morning of Monday, June 19th, the body of 15-year-old Kaliyah Hand was found on the beach at Jefferson Avenue in Margate, nearly five miles from where she went missing.

Nearly 1,000 lovers of lager poured into Wheaton Arts in Millville this weekend for the What's on Tap Beer Festival.

Extreme winds are suspected to be the impetus behind the collapse of a building in North Wildwood.

A power outage in Gloucester Township made for a nasty spill in the Big Timber Creek yesterday afternoon. 

On Saturday, June 17th, an Atlantic County resident was crowned as the new Miss New Jersey. 

After 66 years a local veteran was finally laid to rest back home where he belongs.

Between a rainy month of May and now temperatures hitting close to the 90s, the combination makes a perfect equation for mosquitoes.

This assignment wasn’t meant to boost their final grades, but to uplift the spirits of those who need it most. 

A recently retired Vineland physician made a large contribution to a local health center.

Officials in Atlantic County kicked off summer safety with a campaign they hope will make a difference all across South Jersey.

The doors at Landis Intermediate School officially closed for good as its last group of students departed for summer break.

A new not-so-little bundle of joy was welcomed into the world at the Cape May County Zoo last week.

A new agreement would provide $100 million in new school aid for underfunded districts and $25 million to expand preschool education.

The Atlantic County Sheriff issued a warning to everyone in the area about a scammer posing as a sergeant from the Sheriff's Office and telling potential victims that they have outstanding warrants for not reporting to jury duty.  

Ventnor Middle School students and staff headed outside on Wednesday, June 14th, for their annual Super Extravaganza to celebrate a successful year for the students. 

New Jersey lawmakers got their day in court over the battle to halt Governor Chris Christie's plans to renovate the Statehouse.

In Atlantic City, residents who are against a state takeover met with Mayor Don Guardian to fight for their rights.

It was all about going green in Camden as the city held its annual environmental summit.

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced on Wednesday, June 14th, that casinos saw an increase of 4.3 percent, racking in more than $229 million.

Twenty-three applicants were beaming with joy inside the Camden County Hall of Justice Wednesday morning as they took the oath and became citizens of the United States of America.

On Monday, June 13th, Christie announced that a bipartisan agreement has been reached for a three-bill package that will bring help to those dealing with drug addiction and provide them with a second chance at life.

On Tuesday, June 13th, the city of Millville showed just how proud it was of some of its residents.

Down the A.C. Expressway and into Atlantic City, where the old Atlantic City High School used to sit, Stockton's new Gateway Campus is currently being constructed.

Bruce Gitto was inspired by his cousin who passed a homeless man on her way to work every morning. 

A couple of local students got to explore what goes on behind the scenes of a landfill on Tuesday, June 13th.

Cape May County’s Habitat for Humanity is no longer one of the only affiliates nationwide to not have a ReStore location of its own.

An elementary school principal made good on his word to students who stuck to their reading all year long.

Covanta awarded a $39,000 grant to provide nearly a dozen middle and high school students with the opportunity to participate in the Center of Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium in Camden's nationally-renowned Community and Urban Science Enrichment Program (CAUSE).  

Robins' Nest Incorporated is hosting a job fair on Wednesday, June 14th, as there are job openings at the Glassboro-based company.

Beachgoers will have an easier and more convenient way to get their beach tags for a local shore spot this season.

Police in Carneys Point are warning residents to be aware of a potential phone scammer attempting to steal their personal information. 

Atlantic City Councilman Marty Small filed a petition on Monday, June 12th, in the State Superior Court based on the votes that gave Councilman Frank Gilliam the Democratic nomination for mayor.

June is National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month and the Gloucester County Animal Shelter is doing its part to find "fur-ever" homes for lovable cats there. 

 Many people were out enjoying the hot weather at Washington Lake Park on the afternoon of Monday, June 12, but some are at risk.

More than 100 people of all ages gathered in the newly renovated Brown's Park on Saturday, June 10th, to participate in a Double Dutch competition.

Camden officials and two New Jersey Congressmen met on Monday, June 12, to discuss another weapon in fighting the opioid epidemic: information. 

New Jersey State Police came to the rescue of a toddler and puppy after the two were accidentally locked in a hot car.

The members of the New Jersey State Assembly voted 74 to 2 on Thursday, June 8th, to approve a bill that will allow voters to post selfies of themselves while voting to social media.

The Vineland Rotary Club was busy this weekend getting food together for families in need in the area.

Drivers in New Jersey won't have until the end of the month to update their expiring licenses anymore.

Local police departments joined agencies from all over the Garden State Friday morning for the 34th annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey. 

Every other year, Wheaton Arts opens their campus to visiting artists, traveling galleries, and special exhibitions to celebrate the biannual “Glass Weekend.”

A kick-off celebration for the Special Olympics was held in Egg Harbor Township today to wish the athletes luck at this year's competition.

A very special lady in Deptford got the surprise of a lifetime to celebrate a huge milestone.

June is National Gun Safety Awareness Month and members of one Cumberland County group are doing what they can to get the word out.

South Jersey's famous great white shark decided to get a head start to the Jersey Shore to enjoy the summer weather.

Police in Atlantic City are getting ready to dish out lots of tickets this summer, but not for what you think.

Congressman Donald Norcross announced that the university was awarded over $200,000 by the National Science Foundation to advance Rowan's Chemical Engineering Program, by installing cutting-edge technology, while also adding mutually beneficial partnerships. 

The State of New Jersey's new campaign encourages drivers to call #77 to report dangerous or distracted drivers on the road.

Nearly 10 years after a local college student's life was taken, efforts to find his killer continue. 

Camden County Police are looking for any information that can help them find a man who broke into a local school last month.

Ending homelessness in Cumberland County by 2020, that’s the mission of the Housing First Collaborative and organizers are hoping to put a big dent in that goal by the end of September.  

When an armed man attempted to rob a Wawa in Winslow Township, one shopper just couldn't stand by and let it happen. 

Mayor Don Guardian joined other city officials for the reopening of a portion of the famous A.C. Boardwalk.

Engineers, bankers, contractors and many others met on Thursday, June 8th, for the Southern New Jersey Development Council annual Construction Forecast.

The Bass Pro Shops store has teamed up with Atlantic County Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs to celebrate National Donation Day and the kickoff of the nationwide Gone Fishing Challenge.

Hundreds of women got together on Thursday, June 8th, for the 24th annual Women's Forum in Atlantic City.

The reward offered for information related to an arson that happened last month in Glassboro has doubled.

The parent company of both Sears and Kmart has announced more stores are set to close this year, and South Jersey is on the list of areas across the country that will be affected.

Camden County honored an American champion on Wednesday, June 7th, for his achievements and contributions to his community.

Special-education students at a Cape May County elementary school are taking matters into their own hands to raise funds for field trips.

Officials in Salem got together Wednesday to sign off on a new initiative that they hope will help revitalize the city.

A popular restaurant and deli in Camden County has reopened its doors to customers after being closed for about 11 months to clean up damages caused by a fire.

In the Sixth District, which represents Camden at the New Jersey Statehouse, incumbent Democrats Louis Greenwald and Pamela Lampitt won the Democratic Assembly Primary.

Incumbents Adam Taliaferro John Burzichelli beat challenger — and fellow Democrat — John Kalnas by thousands of votes.

Incumbent Vince Mazzeo and fellow Democrat John Armato came out on on top, winning the hotly contested primary...

The First District, which covers much of Cumberland and Cape May counties, the primary election is on the Republican side with three candidates running for the two seats.

Camden City Council President Francisco Moran has won the Camden Mayoral primary, beating out fellow Democrats Raymond Lamboy and Theo Spencer.

Democrat Frank Gilliam will challenge Republican incumbent Don Guardian, and at least one independent, in November's Atlantic City Mayor race.

Republican Kim Guadagno (the current Lt. Governor of New Jersey) and Democrat Phil Murphy (a former Obama Administration ambassador) won Tuesday's Primary Election and will face off in the November 7th General election to replace Chris Christie. 

AtlantiCare and Geisinger Health System held a community luncheon Tuesday, June 6th, to discuss the critical issues they face in today's health-care industry.

An Atlantic County man that has lost 300 pounds is in the running for a national contest and it all started right in Mays Landing.

Sunrise Catering is offering park goers Caribbean-influenced food, along with a few summer favorites at Bridgeton’s City Park.

The Trump Administration is seeking public comment on a plan for offshore drilling in the Atlantic Ocean.

The Mad Batter Restaurant and Carroll Villa Hotel officially unveiled a reboot of the historic property on Wednesday, May 24th.