New Jersey
Gloucester County residents express concern over proposed Rt. 322 bypass near Rowan University
GLASSBORO, New Jersey (WPVI) — As local and county officials look to move forward with plans for a proposed Route 322 bypass in Glassboro, New Jersey, residents in the borough are expressing concerns.
The project was initiated by Gloucester County “to address operational and safety concerns along Route 322, Route 47, and High Street in the vicinity of Rowan University,” authorities say.
County representatives told Action News they are particularly concerned about traffic issues and pedestrian accidents at Rowan University along Rt. 322.
“Kids being hit by cars, traffic accidents — because of a lot of the pedestrian traffic,” said Barry Beckett, an engineer for Gloucester County.
According to the county, there have been 15 pedestrian and bicycle crashes reported along Rt. 322 over the past three years.
Beckett said the county wants to reroute the bypass, which runs through Rowan’s campus.
He said the county’s solution is a two-part plan. The first piece, he said, is to create a truck bypass that will get traffic off 322.
“The other piece that goes through downtown Glassboro will be mostly car traffic,” Beckett said.
He said that the second piece would involve creating a parallel road between Girard Road and the rail corridor that would continue along High Street to Route 47/Delsea Drive.
This road would divert drivers off 322 and take them to downtown Glassboro.
Beckett said the project will keep traffic from going through Rowan University to create a walking district through the middle of campus.
“I think it’s great they want to make it safer for the students of Rowan, but they gotta think about the residents,” said Lynda Gallashaw of Glassboro.
On Wednesday night, hundreds of residents filled the gym at Glassboro High School for what they thought was a meeting about the project.
There was no traditional meeting, however, which led to some heated moments as frustrated residents pressed Glassboro Mayor John Wallace to answer their questions.
Wallace told the crowd there was a misunderstanding about what was meant to take place at the high school.
Inside the gym, project renderings were set up on easels for people to view, while county representatives were available to answer questions.
“The county brought all of the visual documentation about the bypass to try to dispel any misconceptions,” the mayor told Action News.
“We will set up another meeting with the county in a format that people will be comfortable with,” he added.
According to the county’s proposal, constructing this project would impact 34 properties, including nine entire property acquisitions.
However, Beckett said county officials haven’t determined if they will have to use eminent domain to acquire any properties in the path of the project.
Laurie and Kirt Holland told Action News they fear their home could be in the project’s path.
“They are saying they won’t need to take our house, and that there is enough room to run Girard and 322 between our sidewalk and the railroad track,” Laurie Holland said. “They are saying at the moment it wouldn’t impact, but who knows.”
“It seems like there’s better options that may be able to fulfill what ultimately needs to happen without impacting homeowners and neighborhoods,” Kirt Holland added.
Most of the people in the crowd Wednesday expressed concerns about the construction, and ultimate bypass, cutting through their neighborhoods.
“You have to really consider everybody. We’ve given them alternatives. It’s their turn to give us some alternatives,” said Denise Norton, of Glassboro.
Norton told Action News she has studied other traffic diversion plans at universities throughout the country, and she believes there are other options.
As for a price tag for the project, Beckett wasn’t able to provide Action News with exact numbers. He estimated it could cost tens of millions of dollars, much of which, he said, would come from the state.
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PATERSON, New Jersey (WABC) — One person was killed and three others were injured in a shooting in Paterson.
The violence erupted around 6:30 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of East 29th Street and 10th Avenue.
Children nearby gasped in horror at the sound of rapid gunfire. They were just about to sing Happy Birthday to their 13-year-old friend at her backyard party, but instead of blowing out the candles, they ducked for cover when they heard gunshots in the distance.
“Just hearing it – it was scary to witness, to hear. Especially on my birthday. Like a time I’m trying to play with my friends, get together,” said the 13-year-old.
She also says she had a friend who was there who saw what happened.
“He was going to the bodega – he went running back, but he had saw two people come out of a car and then shoot, but it was like an automatic gun,” she added.
Bystanders watched in shock and panic as first responders treated the victims. One of them was lying in the street next to a car and another was on the ground next to a bicycle.
Local councilman Luis Velez says the City of Paterson has taken measures to reduce crime in this part of town – what he calls a ‘hotspot’ — in part by installing security cameras. He is encouraging the community to cooperate.
“Paterson Police is doing their job as I know, they’re doing a great job to reduce crime, but one again we, the police, nobody, not even the news media has a crystal ball to say this is going to happen now,” Velez said, “Some people see corners getting built up, they see activities and they’re afraid to come out and say something, but our police department is trained to keep it confidential and approach to bring the quality of life in this area.”
The 13-year-old hopes her next birthday party is not ruined by the sound of gunshots.
“First we thought it was fireworks, but then we heard sirens and everyone started going home because they were scared,” she added.
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Let’s be honest, we didn’t need a national list to tell us this. New Jersey has the best restaurants, the best food, and some of the most talented chefs anywhere in America.
It’s something locals have been saying forever, and now the rest of the country is catching up. Still, it’s always nice to see that recognition on a big stage.
We Already Knew New Jersey Was the Best
USA TODAY’s 2026 Restaurants of the Year list highlights standout dining destinations across the country.
From humble roadside gems to chef-driven hotspots earning major buzz, the list celebrates places that truly stand out, and New Jersey showed up in a big way.
Three New Jersey Spots Earn National Recognition
This year, three Garden State restaurants made the prestigious list:
- The Pasta Shop – Denville
- Ram & Rooster – Metuchen
- Anjelica’s – Sea Bright
And yes, that includes a Jersey Shore favorite, because of course it does.
These restaurants represent everything people love about dining in New Jersey, quality, creativity, and flavors that keep you coming back.
A Jersey Shore Standout Shines
There’s something special about seeing a Jersey Shore restaurant included among the best in America. It’s not just about great food, it’s about the full experience, the atmosphere, and that unmistakable local charm.
Anjelica’s in Sea Bright earning a spot only reinforces what shore locals already know: some of the best meals you’ll ever have are right here, close to home.
No Surprise, Just Well-Deserved
At the end of the day, this recognition feels less like a surprise and more like confirmation. New Jersey’s food scene has always been top-tier, and lists like this just make it official.
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So whether you’re heading to Denville, Metuchen, or down the shore, you already know, you’re in for something special.
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FIFA and New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill have become embroiled in a war of words this past week as the prospect of $150 train tickets to travel to World Cup games and plans to close parts of New York’s Penn Station have angered residents.
The recent uproar began after reports surfaced April 6 that parts of Penn Station would be closed to NJ Transit commuters not attending World Cup games for four hours before kickoff during the eight matches at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium.
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Moreover, round-trip train tickets between Penn Station in Manhattan and MetLife Stadium, where the final of the FIFA World Cup is set to be played, were announced by NJ Transit to come in at $150 per person.
A return ride on the same line typically costs $12.90, according to NJ Transit.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed during the Los Angeles stop of The FIFA World Cup 26 Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola at LA Live in Los Angeles on March 24, 2026.
In a press release on April 17, Sherrill said the move to increase prices was caused by FIFA’s decision to eliminate parking at MetLife Stadium. The Democratic governor said price increases happened because FIFA did not agree to cover the costs of transporting fans.
“We are committed to ensuring costs are shared fairly. As I have said repeatedly, FIFA should cover the cost of transporting its fans. If it won’t, we will not be subsidizing World Cup ticket holders on the backs of New Jerseyans who rely on NJ TRANSIT every day,” Sherrill said.
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More: Going to World Cup at MetLife Stadium? Expect $150 train tickets and no parking
FIFA, on the other hand, has said the price increase would have a “chilling effect” on fans attending games in New Jersey and said Sherrill’s demands asking FIFA to absorb transportation costs for fans were “unprecedented.”
“Elevated fares inevitably push fans toward alternative transportation options. This increases concerns of congestion, late arrivals, and creates broader ripple effects that ultimately diminish the economic benefit and lasting legacy the entire region stands to gain from hosting the World Cup,” Heimo Schirgi, COO for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, said in a statement to USA TODAY.
The NJ Transit logo is seen in the lobby of the New Jersey Transit headquarters ahead of a press briefing on the New York/New Jersey FIFA World Cup 2026 regional mobility plan in Newark, New Jersey on April 17, 2026.
What are other cities doing with World Cup transportation?
New Jersey has not been the only place where transportation costs have been the subject of discussion ahead of the World Cup. In Boston, round-trip train train tickets on the MBTA from Boston’s South Station to Gillette Stadium are being sold for $80.
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Special event trains to Foxborough for New England Patriots NFL games and New England Revolution MLS matches are usually $20 for a round trip, according to local news station CBS Boston.
Other cities have not seen increases like the ones in New Jersey and Boston. In Atlanta, for example, train fares on the city’s MARTA will be $2.50 per ride, with children able to travel for free with a paying adult.
Kansas City is offering $15 round-trip shuttle rides for fans parking in four different park-and-ride locations, as well as those coming from FIFA’s Fan Festival in the city. Los Angeles, on the other hand, is offering fans a $3.50 round trip train ticket on its Metro Train.
SEPTA in Philadelphia is also keeping its prices low, with fans set to pay the base $2.90 fare for a ride on its Broad Street Line, which takes riders to Lincoln Financial Field, set to host six matches.
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Katie Sobko from USA TODAY Network’s NorthJersey.com contributed to this report.
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at fernando.cervantes@gannett.com and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: World Cup fans going to MetLife Stadium to pay $150 for NJT ticket
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