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  • Why is Mantua’s bridge being rebuilt for a rail line it opposes?

Also on today's calendar: Mike Lally at Bogey's.

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cold with clouds and sun, with a high of 32 and low of 23 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy and not as cold, temps: high: 45, low: 25.
  • Thursday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 52 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Controversial $2B N.J. rail project moving forward despite residents saying ‘no' (nj.com subscription) — Mantua is in the spotlight as a key bridge on Mantua Boulevard is slated for reconstruction to support the proposed Glassboro-Camden light rail, even though Mantua’s leaders have formally opposed the project. State transit officials are pressing ahead with property acquisitions and planning, while local grassroots opponents continue organizing referendums and urging alternative transit options.
   

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    Wednesday December 17
  • CRMS Winter Concert (at WTHS)
    Republic Bank Performing Arts Center , 519 Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd , Sewell
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  • Mike Lally at Bogey's
    Bogey's , 501 Pitman Rd , Sewell
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