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Memorial Day weekend is usually filled with lots of fun and festivities, but in the time of a pandemic, many will be barbecuing and socializing much differently.
North Wildwood Mayor Patrick Rosenello joined CBS3 on Thursday to talk about some of the new rules and restrictions.
Wildwood's popular tram cars will soon be seen again on the boardwalk.
North Wildwood noticed an uptick in alcohol consumption in public places and Rosenello says they've come up with a way to not overwhelm their police department.
Oves Beach Grill, a staple on Ocean City's boardwalk, is preparing for a summer season unlike any other.
With the Memorial Day holiday weekend approaching, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday questioned the wisdom of beach-going, even as governors in other states reopen their beaches despite worries that the coronavirus outbreak could surge again.
The state is relaxing more restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hundreds, if not thousands, took advantage of visiting the ocean on the Jersey Shore.
Business owners hope this is just the beginning of a much-needed boost.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced the state's public and private beaches will reopen for the summer beginning Memorial Day Weekend.
Wildwoods officials announced Thursday that hotels, motels and short-term rentals will reopen after Memorial Day Weekend.
The city says it's opening beaches to regular access on Saturday morning.
Manco & Manco Pizza owner Chuck Bangle says people are already in Ocean City as beaches reopen for recreational activities.
Visitors are allowed to exercise, fish or surf, but they're not allowed to sunbathe, sit in chairs or congregate, officials said.
Officials stress that these reopenings are not for visitors to come flocking, and that people should follow the guidance in their home areas.
Starting Friday, the beaches in Wildwood and North Wildwood will open back up to walking, running, fishing and sunbathing, as long as people practice social distancing.
As Jersey Shore towns begin to reopen, they're opening with a plan presented to Gov. Phil Murphy by Cape May County Freeholders.
During Stockton University's annual Jersey Shorecast economic experts said missing all spring business has the 2020 summer season starting off deep in a hole.
County leaders presented a lengthy resolution, calling the move a "safe, thoughtful and progressive reopening of public facilities and businesses."
Several Jersey Shore towns are beginning to reopen.
Those beaches will open for walking, running, fishing, and surfing from dawn until dusk.
Some restrictions are being lifted at the Jersey Shore.
Summer won't look like it has in years past but Murphy hopes to reopen shore towns sooner rather than later.
With the summer shore season surrounded by uncertainty, eateries on the Wildwood boardwalk have found a way to open, if only serving takeout to locals.
Philadelphia SWAT Sgt. James O'Connor was shot and killed in the line of duty last month.
A fire at a Pottstown church has damaged the roof and struck three alarms.
A deadly crash has closed down part of Gap Newport Pike in Avondale, Pennsylvania.
Mild weather is expected to start Thanksgiving week with good travel conditions, but first rain moves into the Philadelphia region Friday.
Phillies royalty gathered at Citizens Bank Park to help raise awareness and critical funds for homeless youth as part of Covenant's House National Sleep Out.
Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
A fire at a Pottstown church has damaged the roof and struck three alarms.
A woman was struck by a vehicle and killed near 33rd and Market streets in University City on Thursday morning, police said.
A deadly crash has closed down part of Gap Newport Pike in Avondale, Pennsylvania.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A fire at a Pottstown church has damaged the roof and struck three alarms.
A deadly crash has closed down part of Gap Newport Pike in Avondale, Pennsylvania.
Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
A 20-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man were critically injured in a shooting Thursday night, police said.
A man was shot and killed in the Juniata Park section of Philadelphia Thursday evening, police said.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
Federal prosecutors say Natalie Greene, a former staffer for a New Jersey congressman, fabricated a story about being attacked.
A South Jersey community is gathering to send a powerful message that hate has no place in their streets, schools, homes or hearts.
A two-alarm fire broke out at the Haddon Commons condominium complex Thursday morning, displacing at least 12 residents.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
The threat of flu season has arrived with a new strain that could lead to hospitalization numbers and potential deaths that surpass last year's totals.
The Turtle Back Zoo in New Jersey joined the relatively few in the U.S. that routinely give the public a view of veterinary care.
Tower Health says it's eliminating 131 positions at Pottstown Hospital and closing its ICU, cancer and endoscopy centers.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
All 223 railcars have been inspected, but over 150 need to be outfitted with thermal protection circuits, a safety measure.
Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
Travis Sanheim scored the winner with 1:09 left in overtime to rally the Philadelphia Flyers past the St. Louis Blues 3-2.
The Minnesota Twins will take on the Philadelphia Phillies at the fabled Field of Dreams in Iowa next August, MLB announced Wednesday.
Brandon Ingram and RJ Barrett each scored 22 points and the Raptors won their fifth straight game, surging in the third quarter to beat the 76ers 121-112 on Wednesday night.
The Philadelphia Union placed sporting director Ernst Tanner on administrative leave after MLS reopened an investigation into his alleged misconduct.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Tourists at the Philadelphia Art Museum got an unexpected surprise: a film crew re-creating Rocky Balboa's sprint up the steps.
The "Home for the Holidays" concert will feature Opera Philadelphia and the Wanamaker Organ, and tickets start at $11.
The 100,000-square-foot Netflix House is free to guests and allows fans to interact with their favorite streaming shows.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
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.
The Phillies held a "Sleep Out" event at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday night in affiliation with Covenant House, to spread awareness and raise money for homeless youth in the Philadelphia area. Chandler Lutz chats with former Philadelphia Phillies World Series MVP Cole Hamels and broadcaster Tom McCarthy.
A former Little League phenom from Philadelphia who drew national attention for her stellar Little League World Series appearances for the Taney Dragons, Mo'Ne Davis was drafted by Los Angeles Thursday in the first Women's Professional Baseball League draft.
Temple University's Diamond Marching Band is headed to the Big Apple in its 100th anniversary year. Marcella Baietto reports from an electric rehearsal ahead of the band's appearance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade in New York next week.
Video from an Avondale, Pennsylvania resident shows a Pennsylvania State Police vehicle pursuing a car. The pursuit ended when the car crashed into a tree, killing two people inside and sending a third to an area hospital in an unknown condition. Wakisha Bailey reports from the scene.
Bill Kelly says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be mostly mild, but rain is on the way. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.