The blue wave swept Van Drew | Inquirer South Jersey
🍽️ And November’s new restaurant openings.
Good morning, South Jersey.
The anticipated blue wave came and, in some cases, ended up stronger than expected. It traveled down the Shore and toppled four-term U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew as his challenger, Democratic Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock, clinched his seat. For the latest election news, check Inquirer.com throughout the day.
Outside of the world of politics, three new restaurants are set to join the local food scene.
Plus, a $50 million affordable housing complex is coming to Voorhees, and more news of the day.
— Taylor Allen (southjersey@inquirer.com)
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After the polls closed but before the Associated Press called the race, Jeff Van Drew conceded.
It’s a surprise victory for Zack Mullock and a major upset for Van Drew.
South Jersey’s 2nd Congressional district leans toward the right and analysts predicted Van Drew would retain his seat from the beginning.
As the election drew closer, the race garnered more attention and was placed on the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s “districts in play” list last month. In the final stretch, Mullock had DNC Chair Ken Martin and Gov. Mikie Sherrill campaigning with him.
The Inquirer’s Aliya Schneider, Amy S. Rosenberg, and Sean Collins Walsh have the story.
In related politics news: Democrat Rebecca Bennett defeated Republican incumbent Tom Kean Jr. for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District seat. It was considered one of state’s key races Democrats eyed to help take control of the House.
Stay tuned for the results of local ballot questions, such as the fate of Collingswood’s liquor license ban, multiple school district bond referendums, Camden County’s ask to increase its open space tax to improve waterways, and more.
November has arrived with a new slate of upcoming restaurant openings.
🍣 Akira70 is set to open its doors in Cherry Hill either at the end of this month or the start of December. The Japanese restaurant will offer a 10-seat omakase counter and a chef’s-table experience. The owner also runs Akira Sushi in Voorhees and Moorestown.
🧁 Magnolia Bakery, the New York-based company known for its cupcakes and banana pudding, is expected to welcome customers who have a sweet tooth to a franchise shop on Nov. 17 in Mount Laurel.
🍕 Pizzeria Cusumano in Collingswood is a new venture from Sal Cusumano, who comes from a legacy of pizza makers. His family is known for the Angelo’s shops in South Jersey. Expect New York-style pies by the middle of the month.
Reporter Michael Klein has the full list of restaurant openings coming to the region.
What to know today
A pickup truck crashed into a school bus with two students onboard Tuesday morning in East Greenwich Township. The two students’ injuries are not believed to be life-threatening and the cause of the collision is under investigation, CBS Philadelphia reports.
The Voorhees planning board recently approved a $50 million affordable housing complex of 120 apartments. It will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, 70and73 reports.
Contract talks between Jefferson Health and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey have reached in impasse, leading both to warn patients that Jefferson will leave Horizon’s network on March 1 if they fail to reach a new agreement.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill sent letters to port and terminal operators on Monday warning them to refuse Russian fuel or they will have to deal with penalties, the New York Times reports.
A teenager helped save a newborn’s life in Tuckerton using CPR skills she learned in a class two days before, according to NBC10.
Residents or those who commute through Camden should be mindful of five roadwork projects throughout the week, two of which are on Haddon Avenue. Be prepared for delays and to take different routes.
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