TRENTON, NJ – New Jerseyans are taking to the beaches this weekend, but while many are taking notice of the scenic beauty that is the Jersey Shore, most aren’t thinking about what’s not cluttering the horizon at the beach this year.
Offshore wind turbines.
This could be the last season the New Jersey coastline is free of offshore windmills. Here’s why.
As New Jersey eyes the potential end of an era without ocean windmills, Governor Phil Murphy’s green energy initiatives are steering the state towards a future powered significantly by offshore wind farms. Under Murphy’s administration, the state has ambitious goals to harness wind energy, aiming to significantly boost its green energy output through projects like the proposed developments by Ørsted, a Danish energy company.
Despite the governor’s strong push for renewable energy, Ørsted and other similar projects in New Jersey and New York have experienced notable setbacks. Empire Wind, another major project, has also faced challenges, leading to delays and increased scrutiny from both the government and public. These failures have sparked debates about the feasibility and reliability of transitioning to wind energy on the scale Murphy envisions.
The growing presence of offshore wind farm projects has provoked opposition from local communities along the Jersey Shore. Residents have expressed concerns over the environmental and visual impacts of the turbines. The aesthetic of the shoreline, critical for local tourism and the overall seascape enjoyed by residents, is a significant part of the backlash against the proposed wind farms.
Locals have mixed feelings about the future installation of windmills off their coasts. While some residents support the shift towards renewable energy sources as a necessary step to combat climate change, others fear that it may alter the character and natural beauty of the coast, potentially impacting tourism and local enjoyment of the beaches.
As New Jersey moves closer to potentially transforming the Jersey Shore with visible wind energy structures, the state finds itself at a crossroads between advancing green energy initiatives and addressing community concerns and project feasibility challenges. This upcoming summer could mark a significant turning point in the state’s energy landscape and its environmental and economic future.
- Early Morning Shooting in Northwest D.C.
Washington, D.C. – The D.C. Metro Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred shortly after 4 a.m. in the 3300 block of Georgia Avenue in Northwest, D.C.
Authorities have issued a lookout for a Black male wearing a black shirt and hat. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.
No further details are available at this time.
- Bronx Candy Store Sells $1 Million Mega Millions Ticket
Bronx, NY – The New York Lottery has announced that a second-prize-winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1,000,000 was sold in the Bronx for the June 11 drawing.
The winning ticket was purchased at Three Star Candy Store, located at 1673 Metropolitan Avenue
Mega Millions numbers are drawn from a field of 1 to 70, with the Mega Ball drawn from a separate field of 1 to 25. Mega Millions drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
- $1 Million Scratch-Off Winner Celebrated in Armstrong County
Freeport, PA – Officials from the Pennsylvania Lottery presented a commemorative check to Karen Coffman, the winner of a $1 million Scratch-Off ticket, at the BP gas station where the winning ticket was sold.
Coffman, 61, of Armstrong County, won the top prize on a $1,000,000 Game Scratch-Off ticket purchased at BP (Radhe Oil Corporation) located at 222 Buffalo St. The retailer received a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
Coffman described her win as bittersweet, revealing that her husband, who passed away from a brain tumor two weeks after her win, had always believed she would hit a million-dollar jackpot. She recalled the moment of disbelief and excitement when she realized she had won, sharing her joy with the store clerk.
Having worked as a chef at a nursing home, Coffman is now retired. She occasionally bought Scratch-Off tickets at the same BP gas station, where she previously won $65,000 on a Scratch-Off ticket 14 years ago. Coffman plans to invest part of her prize and consider relocating to Florida to be closer to family and escape the winter weather.
"We're thrilled to present Karen with a commemorative check for $1 million," said Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne. "Her win highlights the support the Pennsylvania Lottery provides to programs for older Pennsylvanians."
The $1,000,000 Game Scratch-Off, which went on sale on December 27, 2022, is a $20 game offering top prizes of $1 million. Scratch-Offs are distributed randomly, and the Lottery only learns where winning tickets are sold after prizes are claimed.
- D.C. Police Release Images of Suspect in Multiple Package Thefts
Washington, D.C. – The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in locating a suspect involved in multiple package thefts in the Sixth District.
The thefts occurred as follows:
- On February 27, in the 100 block of 36th Street, Northeast.
- On June 1, in the 100 block of 36th Street, Northeast.
- On June 11, in the 3900 block of Ames Street, Northeast.
- On June 11, in the 300 block of Anacostia Avenue, Southeast.
The suspect was captured on surveillance cameras, and images are available.
Anyone who can identify the suspect or has knowledge of these incidents is urged to call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411. A reward of up to $1,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
- Fatal Shooting in D.C. Home Leaves One Man Dead
Washington, D.C. – Detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred in a Northeast residence.
On Wednesday, June 12, at approximately 9:22 a.m., officers discovered an adult male with a gunshot wound inside a residence in the 4100 block of Hayes Street, Northeast. The victim, identified as 35-year-old James Edward King, III, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
- Authorities Release Images of Armed Suspect in Northeast D.C.
Washington, D.C. – The Metropolitan Police Department is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect observed carrying a firearm.
On Thursday, June 13, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the suspect was seen with a firearm in the 1500 block of Benning Road, Northeast.
Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspect.
Anyone with information about the suspect or the incident is urged to call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411. A reward of up to $1,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment.