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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
One killed, another burned in fatal West Valley rollover
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah () — At least one person has died and another was hospitalized with burns after a recreational vehicle (RV) rolled in West Valley early Tuesday morning. Lt. Bill Merritt with the West Valley Police Department said the crash happened around 2:40 a.m. near 3700 South and 5600 West. When officers arrived on the scene, they reportedly found the RV on its side. Merritt confirmed that one person died on the scene in the crash, while another was taken to the hospital with burns. Their condition is unknown. It is currently unclear what led to the rollover crash. As police are investigating, 5600 West in both directions has been closed down to traffic, according to Lt. Merritt. The West Valley Police Department is encouraging the public to avoid the area. The Utah Department of Transportation advises drivers to use Mountain View Corridor or Bangerter Highway as an alternate route around the crash. However, as of 6:30 a.m., the UDOT Traffic Monitor shows heavily slowed traffic on the northbound lanes of Mountain View Corridor. There is no estimate for when 5600 West will reopen. This is a developing story. ABC4 will update this post as new information becomes available. Feels like summer: Temperatures ramp up across the Beehive State One killed, another burned in fatal West Valley rollover Man shot and killed by Salt Lake City Police during response to domestic violence call Scammers using confusion amid Trump's tariffs to trick consumers Utah has the worst nursing shortage in the country, according to study Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
04-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
A New Advocacy Organization for the Future of Ocean City Launches: Ocean City 2050
Ocean City, NJ March 03, 2025 --( A new advocacy organization, Ocean City 2050, was announced today by a group of long-term Ocean City residents committed to preserving the city's unique identity, promoting responsible growth, and advocating for transparency and accountability in local government. Formed in response to growing concerns over governance, planning, and development, Ocean City 2050 seeks to engage the public, advocate for fact-based policymaking, and ensure the city remains a premier family-friendly destination for generations to come. A Collaborative but Distinct Mission Several of Ocean City 2050's members come from fellow Ocean City organization Friends of OCNJ History & Culture ('Friends of OCNJ'). Ocean City 2050 shares a commitment to community preservation with Friends of OCNJ History & Culture ('Friends of OCNJ'), but operates as an independent organization with a unique focus on governance and planning. • Ocean City 2050 will drive long-term policy advocacy, ensuring the city remains well-governed, family-friendly, and vibrant, with a focus on transparency, accountability, and responsible decision-making. • Friends of OCNJ will continue its mission of celebrating Ocean City's historic character through initiatives like house and garden tours, historical documentaries, an old-home database, and educational seminars. The Need for Stronger Community Involvement 'Like many towns along the Jersey shore, Ocean City has experienced massive change, from evolving demographics, to significant housing cost increases, to environmental threats, all of which require sound government policy to ensure that growth does not erase the unique history and culture of our island,' said Jim Kelly, a long-time resident and founding member of Ocean City 2050. 'Strong advocacy is required to shape policies that will secure that future, rather than leaving them to a narrow group of special interests and perspectives.' The group is launching at a critical moment for Ocean City, following a series of concerning local decisions that have raised alarm within the community. 'Ocean City has recently witnessed events that highlight the need for stronger governance and broader community involvement,' added Bill Merritt, another founding member. 'The lack of leadership on the Boardwalk debate, the recent approval of a commercial marina in a small residential Glen Cove lagoon, the continued approval of massive duplexes with inadequate parking, and the failure to address the rising vacation costs for middle-class vacationers that is hurting our local economy, reflect a city that appears to have handed its rudder to special interests, rather than safeguarding its longstanding cultural identity.' Ocean City 2050's Core Priorities Ocean City 2050 will: Champion Good Governance & Transparency – Promote integrity and inclusiveness in local decision-making. Advocate for Fact-Based Planning – Push for an updated Master Plan that balances responsible development, historic preservation, and environmental sustainability while safeguarding Ocean City's long-term cultural identity. Explore the Future of Entertainment – Ensure Ocean City remains a premier family-friendly destination by studying and advocating for new attractions that align with its identity. Engage with Local Leaders – Work with elected officials and candidates to keep Ocean City's future a top priority. Hold Government Accountable – When necessary, pursue litigation to uphold the principles of good governance, preservation, and responsible planning. Call to Action: Join Ocean City 2050 'Ocean City 2050 is a community-led movement to ensure our city remains vibrant, family-friendly, and well-governed for generations to come,' Kelly added. 'We invite everyone, including citizens, residents and vacationers, to get involved, make their voices heard, and help shape Ocean City's future.'
