Camden
Coverage of Camden in the Nexus archive.
- EMR can restart its fire-prone Camden scrapyard after it ensures sprinkler system works, judge says
EMR, a scrap metal recycling company in Camden, can restart its metal shredder after a judge required the company to ensure its fire suppression system is operational and implement safety recommendations. The decision follows multiple fires at the facility, which have caused hazardous pollution and evacuations for nearby residents.
- New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill tours flood damage in Camden after flash flooding caused by torrential downpours Monday
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill toured flood damage in Camden after torrential downpours caused flash flooding. She assessed a new high-water rescue vehicle used by firefighters before training was completed, which aided in rescues during the storm.
- Girl, 6, bit by rabid bat while playing outside home — before brothers butcher it with ‘Braveheart’ sword
A 6-year-old girl was bitten by a rabid bat while playing outside her home. Her brothers, Nicklas, 11, and Camden, 16, used a handcrafted sword inspired by the film 'Braveheart' to kill the bat.
- Up in smoke: Camden suspends operations at EMR’s junkyard after 14 fires. Residents want ‘noxious emissions’ gone for good
Camden has suspended operations at EMR’s junkyard after 14 fires, with residents demanding an end to noxious emissions. Resident Christina Allen described experiencing smoke and ash from a recent fire, which darkened the sky and smelled like burning plastic.
- Camden residents seek compensation for scrap metal recycler’s fires and other impacts through class action lawsuit
Camden residents filed a class action lawsuit against EMR’s scrap metal facilities, alleging noxious emissions and repeated fires that have disrupted their property use. The company’s shredding facility has experienced over a dozen fires since 2020, prompting Camden to suspend its license, which EMR contested in court.
- EMR sues city of Camden over junkyard license suspension after 2-alarm fire
EMR, a scrap metal recycling company, sued the city of Camden over the suspension of its junkyard license following a two-alarm fire at its facility in May. The city cited multiple fires at EMR's facilities since 2020 as justification, while EMR claims the suspension violated its due process rights. Residents also filed a class action lawsuit against the company over emissions, and officials demanded the facility be shut down.
- ‘Too little, too late’: Residents and advocates urge Camden to permanently shut down scrap metal recycler
Camden residents and advocates urged City Council to permanently shut down EMR, a scrap metal recycler linked to over a dozen fires since 2020. The council passed a resolution supporting a statement from local and state officials calling for the facility's closure, while the city suspended EMR's license and issued a cease operations order.
- ‘Save EMR’: Scrapyard workers rally in Camden after mayor calls for recycler to close
Approximately 100 workers from European Metal Recycling (EMR) in Camden rallied at City Hall to protest officials' calls for the company to shut down, citing job security concerns. The company faces criticism over repeated fires at its facilities, including a recent incident that caused elevated pollution levels and prompted evacuations. Camden officials plan to revoke one of EMR's business licenses.
- Camden plans to revoke an EMR business license after latest fire, city councilman says
Camden City Council plans to revoke the business license of EMR, a scrap metal recycler, following a recent fire at its facility. The decision comes after over a dozen fires at EMR's facilities in Camden over the past five years, prompting calls from officials for the company to cease operations. EMR's CEO stated the revocation does not reflect the company's progress or community commitments.
- Green party threat to Labour in London laid bare in Starmer’s own back yard
The Green party is gaining support in London, posing a threat to Labour, particularly in inner boroughs such as Camden and Hackney. The Greens may take control of councils like Hackney and become the largest party. Labour strongholds like Lambeth and Lewisham are also under pressure.
- 22-year jail term for woman who murdered her sister in London
Nancy Pexton, 70, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott in London. She stabbed Abbott 10 times, left her body for three days, and stole her Rolex watch.
- Woman found guilty of killing sister in London flat and taking her diamond-encrusted Rolex watch
Nancy Pexton, 70, was found guilty of stabbing her sister Jennifer Abbott, 69, 10 times in a London flat and stealing her diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch before leaving the body to decompose for three days.
- Father recalls horror after son murdered his 5 grandchildren: ‘I knew he killed them’
Timothy Jones Sr. feared his son Timothy Jones Jr. murdered his five grandchildren, ages 1 to 8, in 2014. Jones Jr. later admitted to killing them, transporting their bodies in his SUV before dumping them in Alabama. He was arrested in Mississippi after police detected a decomposition odor.
- Woman killed in north London by sister who stole her Rolex, Old Bailey hears
Jennifer Abbott, a filmmaker, was killed by her sister Nancy Pexton, who allegedly stole her gold diamond-encrusted Rolex watch. The murder occurred in Jennifer Abbott's Camden flat in north London, with Nancy Pexton appearing at the Old Bailey court charged with the crime.