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We caught up with a few families and furry friends who are already enjoying the Labor Day holiday weekend in Wildwood.
In addition to relaxing on a beach chair or building sand castles, each year hundreds of families get to learn more about what sort of cool shells and animals they can find at the beach.
The food truck festival lasts till 8 p.m. Friday night and will start back up again Saturday from noon to 8 p.m.
This week, the Philadelphia region was rocked by storm damage, Made in America was canceled, a summer camp provided a much-needed break to children battling cancer and more.
Here's your guide to our top three favorite breakfast, lunch, and dinner spots in New Jersey's most southern shore point.
It is one of the most recognizable parts of the Wildwoods. Generations of visitors have hopped on board the bright yellow Sightseer Tramcars and taken that ride down the famous Boardwalk. Jim Donovan takes us along for the ride.
A summertime tradition going into Wildwood that you may not realize is staffed 24/7, 365 year-round, and is vital to the local fishing industry. Marcella Baietto reports at the Jersey Shore for the holiday weekend and Photojournalist Tom Gardiner shows us more.
Businesses are counting on one more big weekend to end the summer on a high note. Marcella Baietto reports in Wildwood for our final SummerFest Friday.
We are spending this Summerfest Friday down at the Jersey Shore. In addition to relaxing on a beach chair or building sand castles, each year hundreds of families get to learn more about what sort of cool shells and animals they can find at the beach. Brandon Goldner reports.
It's a SummerFest Friday and we are savoring these two final weeks of summer. Sea Isle is known as a city for all seasons but especially during the summertime. Brandon Goldner reports.
It's a SummerFest Friday and we are soaking up the last two weeks of summer. A perfect spot to do that is down at the Jersey Shore. Brandon Goldner spent the afternoon in Sea Isle City.
Let the weekend begin. We are celebrating summer right here in the city. You've heard of the music festival Coachella -- well, how Kidchella? Bill Kelly reports.
It's a SummerFest Friday and we're spending it on the farm. Tammie Souza soaks up the sunflowers at Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County.
It's a SummerFest Friday and this week we've made our way to West Chester. Located in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, you'll find plenty of small-town charm. The ever-popular Open Air Market is also taking place this weekend. Siafa Lewis reports.
Dozens of new American citizens celebrated their naturalization in Camden, New Jersey, Thursday on the USS Battleship New Jersey.
Fireworks are synonymous with the 4th of July but for military veterans they may trigger flashbacks and anxiety. The Department of Veteran Affairs shares tips on how veterans can cope with the celebratory fireworks.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
Upper Darby police are searching for six men who allegedly lured a Philadelphia man into a trap and ambushed him in a deadly shooting Wednesday.
The Sixers say they've barred Philadelphia sports radio host Howard Eskin from their training facility after his unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at a Phillies game.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
After a detailed review from the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, Cheyney University is no longer on probation.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
A family from Philadelphia is riding out Hurricane Beryl in a resort in Jamaica.
Hundreds gathered at Independence Mall in Old City Philadelphia Wednesday for Salute to Service, showcasing the U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
Dozens of new American citizens celebrated their naturalization in Camden, New Jersey, Thursday on the Battleship New Jersey.
After several people were rescued from the ocean last weekend, families and lifeguards are focusing on safety.
Fireworks are synonymous with the 4th of July but for military veterans they may trigger flashbacks and anxiety. The Department of Veteran Affairs shares tips on how veterans can cope with the celebratory fireworks.
Willie Nelson and other iconic artists are set to perform at a 4th of July picnic in Camden.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and over the weekend.
Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity.
Low humidity, sunny skies and seasonably mild temperatures are once again in the weather forecast on Tuesday in the Philadelphia area.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Diamond Shruumz-brand cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide now linked to 48 illnesses in 24 states.
A behind-the-scenes look at a special camp called Variety for children and young adults with disabilities is underway in Montgomery County. The camp is all about fun and learning.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Atlantic City, New Jersey, leaders and business owners are preparing for an influx of people for the Fourth of July holiday.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
Three people were killed after a small bus rear-ended a truck and caught fire on the Route 1 Media Bypass in Delaware County on Tuesday.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
The Warriors were in the market for another dependable perimeter threat following the loss of Klay Thompson, who agreed to join the Mavericks.
The struggling Chicago Cubs pounded the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies 10-2 to avoid a three-game sweep on Thursday.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Edmundo Sosa broke a tie with a sacrifice fly in the eighth, Whit Merrifield followed with an RBI single and the Philadelphia Phillies topped the struggling Chicago Cubs 5-3.
Alec Bohm was named as the National League's starting third baseman for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, becoming the Phillies' first ASG starting 3B since Scott Rolen in 2002.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Here's where you can watch fireworks in the greater Philadelphia area this Fourth of July and over the weekend.
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City celebrated its 6th anniversary on June 28 with a celebratory luncheon at their newest seaside dining destination, The Terrace.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Several dogs and their owners showed off their American pride on July 4 in Old City Philadelphia for the Patriotic Pet Parade.
The Philadelphia region can expect a hot and humid few days, and there's a chance for scattered storms. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
People packed the beach and boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Thursday to celebrate Independence Day and see the fireworks. More fireworks are scheduled for Sunday.
Crowds gathered on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia Thursday to celebrate the Fourth of July with performances from Kesha and Ne-Yo and fireworks.
People in Atlantic City were trickling off the beach Thursday evening and looking ahead to the 10 p.m. fireworks show. Nikki DeMentri reports.