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Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. How Much Water Will the DataOne Vineland Data Center Actually Use? (woodburywarbler.com) — Vineland residents get a detailed look at how much water the proposed DataOne data center might draw from the city system and the Kirkwood‑Cohansey aquifer. The article compares company estimates with questions from Vineland's Planning Board consultant and Environmental Commission, highlighting unresolved concerns about drought conditions, peak cooling demand, and protections for local drinking water wells.
2. Vineland planning board votes to approve Phase 2 of controversial data center (nbcphiladelphia.com) — Vineland's Planning Board has approved Phase 2 of the massive Data One data center, adding 600,000 square feet despite residents' concerns about noise, water use, and power demand. Board members say the company has been responsive and that they'll keep monitoring complaints, while Data One insists it's complying with local noise limits and appreciates the community's patience.
3. 'They beat him to death,' brother says as pleas are entered in brawl that killed N.J. dad (nj.com subscription) — A Vineland father and son have pleaded not guilty to charges that they fatally beat a Millville man during a 2025 confrontation at the family's Vineland home. Prosecutors say the pair used a bat and flashlight in the fight, while defense attorneys argue self‑defense and a judge has questioned how much the assault contributed to the death, leaving the case's outcome uncertain.
4. 2026-2027 Proposed NJSIAA Football Classifications (shoresportsinsider.com) — Vineland High School's football team is slated to compete in South Jersey Group 5 under the NJSIAA's proposed 2026–2027 classifications, grouping it with large programs like Washington Township and Williamstown. These still-unofficial groupings will shape playoff paths and rivalries for Vineland players and fans over the next two seasons.
5. 2 Paddle Boarders Drown, Road Rage Assault, Cop Cars Rammed By Drunk Driver: NJ Weekend (patch.com) — A weekend crime roundup notes that one of two people fatally shot in Millville was a 32-year-old man from Vineland, underscoring ongoing regional violence that can touch local families. The piece also recaps separate drownings in Morris County, a deadly Galloway motorcycle crash, and a Clifton DWI incident involving police vehicles.
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