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What was the strange smell in South Jersey? Likely mosquito spraying in Atlantic County

If you were in South Jersey Tuesday night and noticed a strange smell, you aren't the only one. Social media buzzed with people complaining about an unpleasant odor in parts of Atlantic, Camden and Gloucester counties. We're told the smell is likely from mosquito spraying in Atlantic County. The Environmental Protection Agency says you don't have to take any special precautions when spraying happens but a good idea is to keep your windows shut to minimize exposure.

Philadelphia 76ers weighing all options as proposed Center City arena awaits approval

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority sent a letter on Monday to Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment, the company that owns the Sixers, affirming that the agency, Gov. Phil Murphy and other Garden State leaders are "committed to bringing the 76ers to Camden." The 76ers said they "must take all potential options seriously" as their proposed arena on Market Street in Philadelphia awaits approval.

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