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FBI: INTO THE WAR THEATER An Inside Look at Special Training

Most of the intensive, two-week pre-deployment training takes place in the high mountains outside of Salt Lake City because that environment closely resembles Afghanistan. View Photo Gallery

05/28/10

When Special Agent Rick M. deployed to Afghanistan for temporary duty in 2004, only a handful of FBI personnel were assigned to the war theater, and the Bureau had no formal training program to prepare them for the experience.

Today, much has changed. Hundreds of our agents, analysts, and support staff have volunteered for assignments in Afghanistan and Iraq, and Agent M.—who has returned overseas several times since his first trip—is one of the people in charge of their pre-deployment training.

             About This Series

FBI.gov spent two weeks following a class of FBI personnel preparing to deploy to support the FBI's missions in Afghanistan and Iraq. This series of stories, photos and videos is a glimpse into their experience at pre-deployment training in Utah.

This story and gallery are the first in the series.

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Now, all FBI personnel going to Afghanistan and Iraq—with assignments ranging from four months

Louis Frank Semola of Haddon Heights, a Prolific Brick, Block, and Stone Mason

Born September 27, 1921 to Salvatore and Sebastiana Semola of Wharton Street in Philadelphia. Passed away on May 27, 2010 in his home surrounded by the people he loved most. Brother to Jean, Tony, Marian, Forty, Theresa, Carmen, Al, Gino, and Paul. He lived in Haddon Heights for almost 60 years.

Loving, generous and beloved Son, Brother, Cousin, Friend, Husband, Brother- in- law, Uncle, Father, Father- in- law and Pop-Pop. Survived by his loving and devoted Wife of 62 years, Josephine; his Twins, Valerie and Charles; his much loved Grandchildren: Christine, Ashley, Michael, Shanie and Chas. He was crazy about his Daughter- in-law Maureen and Son-in-law Chalie. Brother-in-law of Sarah, Millie (who he loved to harass) and Anthony, Dot and Peg. He loved sharing old stories with his surviving brother Paul and his 105 year old Uncle Frank. He had a special place in his heart for his nephews: Stevie, Matt, Buddy, Jay and Phil and nieces Joann, Jeanette, Debbie, Karen, Barbara, Gerry, Jeri, Annette, Dottie, Sue and Julie. He was Dad and Pop to Mariama and Fatima. He was Seray and Kaddy’s “Superman.” He had many old and new friends such as Patti, Tony, Johnny and Brian.

Louie was a prolific brick, block, and stone mason in Cherry Hill, Haddonfield, Moorestown and most of South Jersey for over 60 years. He loved working in his garden and talking about his many trips to Italy and Las Vegas. At Louis’ request, cremation was private and there will be no services. In his memory do something nice for someone today. The Semola family requests that you share a memory or story of Louis at www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Louis Frank Semola. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142

MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE FROM ASSEMBLYMAN JACK CONNERS

(TRENTON) – Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jack Conners (D-Camden/Burlington)  released the following statement on Memorial Day 2010: 

$200 Cash Stolen from Manager's Office at Gorman Manor, Gloucester City Police Investigating

• On 05/14 at 0941 the management at Carpenter’s Square/Gorman Manor reported that sometime overnight unknown person(s) entered into the office and stole over $200 in cash.  There were so signs of forced entry.

• On 05/14 at 1406 an officer observed an argument on Broadway and Mercer Street.  William Ferrell, Sr. (58) of the 400 block of Middlesex Street was arrested for simple assault after the officer observed him punch a female in the head.

• On 05/14 at 2011 officers responded to Springdale Drive for a residential alarm.  Upon arrival they observed a window screen damaged and an unlocked rear door.  Sgt. Burkhardt had K-9 Eich conduct a search of the interior of the residence, however, no one was found on location.  It is unknown if anything is missing as the homeowner was on vacation.

UEZ Spotlight ON: Gloucester City Pharmacy & Discount Store

“ Our store and business is growing and I am happy to be in the City of Gloucester,”said Maurice Acevedo, proprietor of the new pharmacy and discount store that opened in January, 2010. The Monmouth Street building previously housed a pharmacy that moved away and the building has been empty for almost two years.

Now, customer’s prescriptions are filled speedily by pharmacist, Les Fox, RPH. “There are many saving costs realized on the prescriptions and the customers do not have a long wait for most of their medicines, “said Iris, the store manager.

UEZ SPOTLIGHT ON GLOUCESTER TRAVEL

St. Augustine said “The World is a book and those who do not travel read only a page.” Gloucester Travel has been a fixture on Broadway for over 20 years and has built a thriving business by helping customers plan and enjoy memorable vacations. The company provides a comprehensive array of travel services including; vacation packages to leading resorts, cruises, airline and rail tickets, hotel accommodations, car rentals, limousine transfers, travel insurance and much more.

PHOTO: Bob Booth and Susan Hathcock, owners of Gloucester Travel

With the growth of Internet Travel Sites/Agencies, Gloucester Travel continues to

President Obama Invites All Americans to Honor America’s Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day

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WASHINGTON – In this week’s address, President Barack Obama asked all Americans to join him in remembering and honoring our men and women in uniform who have died in service to the country.  The commitment these heroes have demonstrated – the willingness to lay down their lives so the rest of us might inherit the blessings of this nation – has helped make America the most prosperous, most powerful nation on earth and it is what we honor on Memorial Day.

Remarks of President Barack Obama 

UEZ Spotlight ON: JILCO Equipment Leasing Co. Inc.

Who would ever think of a connection between a huge refrigerator leasing company with a race track and also with a  connection to the Woodstock festivals?

The 600 or more refrigerated trailers belonging to the successful business are parked on the site of a former race track that existed on the property in the late 1880’s. Woodstock’s connection came later.

Richard Friesen, vice president of the company, relayed a lot of information about the business and the trailers that are leased and driven all along the east coast and even into parts of Texas and Illinois. “Our trailers can really go anywhere,” Friesen said.

The Thermo King refrigerated trailers ranging in sizes from 28’ to 53’ are used to safely carry products that have to remain fresh, cold or frozen to the supermarkets. In the two zoned storage area of the trucks, the front bulkhead can be used for frozen foods and if needed, the rest of the area can hold foods that do not need refrigeration, such as canned and packaged food.

Fifth Annual 2010 World Challenger Jamboree Brings Smiles, Makes Memories for More Than 1,500 Little Leaguers

By Communications Division
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.
May 19, 2010

The fifth annual Little League World Challenger Jamboree was recently held at the Azalea Little League Complex in Norfolk, Va.

The Jamboree welcomed nearly 100 teams representing 10 U.S. states. States represented at the jamboree for the first time included Ohio and Michigan. The weekend-long event included games, tours, picnics and other special events.

Local Teens Help Make Prom Dreams a Reality:

Willow Grove Park’s Style Squad Collects More Than 25 Prom Dresses The dresses were donated to Fairy Godmothers, a local nonprofit that makes the donations available at a low cost for less fortunate teens.

            WILLOW GROVE, PA – May 25, 2010 – Dresses, purses, shoes and dates. It’s prom season for area high school students, and as the excitement builds, so does the cost. Although the ladies are on their own to find dates, Willow Grove Park’s Style Squad made this prom season less financially stressful by collecting over 25 dresses plus accessories for less fortunate local teens. The dresses were donated to Fairy Godmothers, a local nonprofit that makes the donations available at a low cost. The dresses were sold at the Fairy Godmothers’ 2010 Prom Fair for $10 each, and accessories from earrings to purses were also available for just $2 - $4.

PHILLY: Lunchtime Concert Series Begin June 2

Take a break from your workday and put a little music into your step. Lunchtime concerts sure beat a pb&j at your desk! Join us Wednesdays this summer for our free concerts from Noon to 1:30pm at various locations throughout Center City. See the schedule below for band and location information.

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Man who killed 3 at Mount Ephraim McDonald's in '02 dies

 | Philadelphia Inquirer | 05/29/2010

By Darran Simon

Inquirer Staff Writer

Nastasi killed three of Salamone's employees eight years ago when he deliberately drove his Cadillac at high speed into a Mount Ephraim McDonald's that Salamone managed. Nastasi died in prison this week, six months before his parole date. "I don't feel any emotion for him," Salamone, 45, of Mount Ephraim, said Friday. "He changed not only the families' lives, but mine, too." Nastasi, 60, of Haddon Heights, pleaded guilty to three counts of vehicular homicide in the May 15, 2002, crash that prosecutors said was a failed suicide attempt. Three years later, Nastasi, a father of two, was sentenced to seven years in prison. He was serving his time at South Woods State Prison in Bridgeton and would have been eligible for parole on Dec. 2.

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Welcome Home & End of Service Celebration for Cpl. Daniel Riley Marlton NJ

When:      Sunday, May 30, 2010

Time:       Approx 5:45pm-6:15pm

Where:    8 Sutton Court

                Marlton, NJ 08053

Contact: Leslie (Yellow Ribbon Club) 609-980-4175

Please come out to welcome home Cpl. Daniel Riley. Danny is a Marlton guy. He went to school at DeMasi from kindergarten up until he graduated 8^th grade in 2002.

He then went to Cherokee High School and graduated in 2006. After graduating he joined the USMC.

Danny is a 3^rd generation Marine.

His job in the Marines was a machine gunner with the 3/3 Weapons Company.

He served twice in Iraq in 2007 and 2009. Following his first tour he was chosen to attend Advanced Machine Gunners School at 29 Palms Ca. and qualified as an expert marksman.

Daniel never had a homecoming and now he is leaving the Marine Corps as his duty is finished.

He is being released on Sunday and is coming home for good. Starting in the fall Danny will attend Rutgers majoring in education and is already enrolled. He plans to become a History Teacher.

Danny’s parents, Brian and Bernadette Riley, as well as his brother Brian, and Sister Jennifer, are very excited that he is coming home. Evesham Fire-Rescue, Evesham Police, Evesham Township, The Yellow Ribbon Club, the Warrior Watch Riders and Friends are all on hand to make his journey home an unforgettable time for him.

We plan on making a TON of noise to welcome him home. 
Please come out and join us.
*Media welcome at family request*
The Yellow Ribbon Club
http://www.yellowribbonclub.org
info@yellowribbonclub.org

Video 8 Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that I took at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  The 9 videos will be removed from the current page Video 9  is the last of the clips. They will be removed from the current page over the next couple of days and filed in the following categories for future reference...City of Gloucester City,  Fire, Film, Gloucester City NEWS.~Bill Cleary

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Video 9 Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that I took at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  Video 9  is the last of the clips. They will be removed from the current page over the next couple of days and filed in the following categories for future reference...City of Gloucester City,  Fire, Film, Gloucester City NEWS.~Bill Cleary

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Beatrice Messler, age 79 of Voorhees

On May 25, 2010. Age 79. Of Voorhees. Loving daughter of the late William Messler and Florence (nee Washer). Beloved Sister of Evelyn Messler and Dorothy Messler. Survived and cared for by her cherished friends and staff of the Judith B. Flicker Residences at Voorhees. Beatrice loved her friends and worked at the Burlington County Occupational Training Center in Mount Holly. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday from 9:30 to 10 am at Holy Maternity R.C. Church: 431 West Nicholson Road, Audubon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 am in the church. Interment Land of Canaan Cemetery, Elk Towsnhip. There will be no evening viewing and no viewing at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Beatrice Messler.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142

American Heroes: Sgt. Edwin Rivera, 28, of Waterford, Conn., Cpl. Jacob C. Leicht, 24, of College Station, Texas

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

            The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

            Sgt. Edwin Rivera, 28, of Waterford, Conn., died May 25 at National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., of wounds sustained May 20 when his unit was attacked by enemy forces using indirect fire at Contingency Outpost Xio Haq, Afghanistan.  He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 102nd Infantry, Norwalk, Conn.

DOD Identifies Marine Casualty

            The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

             Cpl. Jacob C. Leicht, 24, of College Station, Texas, died May 27 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.  He was assigned to the 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif.

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Just Sayin'

Just Sayin’ is a parody of current social trends.

 

  I don’t understand parades.

 

  You stand outside and try to get in a position to stare at the street. People push you and kids drip their ice cream on you. The guy next to you ate raw garlic and on the other side, he had beans. Just when you think you’re going to pass out from the cross-current you hear music and, lo and behold, people are marching down the street! Here comes your dry cleaner, the postman, the lady that works at the liquor store, that guy that walks funny, and your local bench-sitter and they are all dressed up in glittery clothes! Some are wearing hats! And then, they are gone!

Pet Tip of the Week

 

When Dogs ‘Hate’ Other Dogs

 

   During the first 16 weeks of life dogs learn to get along with other dogs. In a perfect world they observe their litter-mates for about eight weeks and are then adopted by a knowledgeable human who socializes them with lots of other dogs and humans. Unfortunately, this is not a perfect world.

VERGA NJ: "MISSING" WWII monument replaced; dedication set for Memorial Day

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The Verga World War II monument that disappeared some years ago when the intersection of Crown Point road and Hessian avenue was expanded has been re-created after a culmination of efforts led by Bob Jonas and members of the Verga VFW. Support was garnered by West Deptford Township officials. The project was spearheaded by Jeep MacAdams, formerly of Brooklawn NJ, who had become outraged when no one could produce the original monument that stood since 1941.

PHOTO: SGT JEEP MACADAMS

One hundred or so names of those who entered the service during WWII from Verga have been duplicated using pictures from the original. Of those, it has been ascertained, only Jeep and two others were still alive as of this past October, 2009. That is when a tentative ceremony was held announcing plans for replacement and a dedication accordingly on Memorial Day 2010.

Prior to the October meeting, Jeep's youngest son Scott put in a call to eldest son Kenny announcing that Jeep "was planning to stakeout the old location of the monument and draw TV stations to

Sansone Auto Dealerships Agree to Pay $175,000 and Revise Their Business Practices to Settle State Lawsuit

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NEWARK – Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Sharon Joyce, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs, today announced that four dealerships within the “Sansone Auto Network” have agreed to settle a state lawsuit by paying $175,000 and revising their business practices. 

Plymouth Meeting Mall Showcases Armored Animals From the Zoo and Summer Styles From the Runway this June

The mall hosts the Elmwood Park Zoo’s “Armored Lives” exhibit June 9, ‘Startin’ School In Style’ Fashion show on June 12 and a Sports Card & Collectibles Show June 25-27.

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa. May 26, 2010 – This June Plymouth Meeting Mall will be hosting three free, fantastic events for the community. Get up close to a few zoo animals from Elmwood Park Zoo when they take a day off June 9 to go to the mall. Then, do not miss the ‘Startin’ School in Style” Summer Fashion Show on June 12 to brush up on what’s hot for the summer and donate some new or gently worn clothing to underprivileged teenage girls. Finally, end the month at the Sports Card and Collectibles Show June 25-27 and check out merchandise signed by your favorite player or their bobble-head look-alike.

Little League Museum to Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and their Family This Summer

By Communications Division
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.
May 24, 2010

Little League’s Peter J. McGovern Museum will be one of many museums across the county offering free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families this summer as part of an initiative by Blue Star Museums. More than 600 museums are taking part in the initiative that will run from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Blue Star Museums, a partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the participating museums announced the program today. Museums in all 50 states and the District of Columbia have joined forces with Blue Star Museums to make this offer. The complete list of participating Blue Star Museums is available at www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.

Moorestown To Dedicate Baseball Fields in Memory of Township Residents

On Monday May 31st, at 10:00 AM, the Township of Moorestown will dedicate four baseballs fields, at the Moorestown Memorial Field, in memory of four township residents who were killed in action in Vietnam.

A new sign reading "Moorestown Vietnam Veterans Ball Fields",  will be unveiled and greet visitors to the complex, as well as granite stones   marking each field with the individual soldiers name.

The four fields will be dedicated to George S. Yohnnson, Howard H. Mayer, Roger A. Ross and W. Phillip Seel, Jr., all life long residents of Moorestown and graduates of Moorestown High School.

Breaking News: Pedestrian in Westville Killed, Struck by Vehicle

9:15pm  5-28-2010

Westville NJ

500 Gateway Blvd in front of Hot Shots Bar

Westville Fire and EMS along with Paramedics from Underwood Hospital and Westville/National Park Police  responded to the above address for a person struck by a vehicle, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene,Westville Police are investigating.

~Steve Skipton

 

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Video 7 Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that were taken at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  ~Bill Cleary

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Video 5 Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that I took at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  ~Bill Cleary

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Video 6 Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that I took at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  ~Bill Cleary

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Welcome Back Sgt. John Sprague From Iraq Delanco, New Jersey

When:    Saturday, May 29, 2010

Time:      4:00 PM

Where:   304 Burlington Ave. Apt. 1-Side

                Delanco, NJ 08075

Please come out to welcome home Sgt. John Sprague from his second tour in Iraq. John is a 7^th Engineer. He has been active duty at Ft. Drum, NY for 5 years and part of the Army for a total of 7 years.

He was once in the JROTC and then went on to join the National Guard. He wanted to work to defend his country. John has 4 children.

Please come out and help us make some noise in welcoming home Sgt Sprague.

John's family and friends are very excited and would like some assistance in making some noise on his return home.
Media welcome
The Yellow Ribbon Club
http://www.yellowribbonclub.org
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Five Jersey City Fire Department Workers Promoted to Battalion Chiefs

By Jon Whiten •  | The Jersey City Independent

The Jersey City Fire Department (JCFD) got five new Battalion Chiefs in a swearing in ceremony held May 24 at City Hall. The promotions come as the Healy administration tries to tame overtime costs in the department that have come from a recent surge in retirements, brought on by changes to the state pension system for public workers.The administration says the promotions will save approximately $30,000 per month in overtime costs. The new chiefs will eventually see a $5,000 raise as part of the promotion, but all have agreed to forego that salary increase until July 1 of next year. The current salaries of those being promoted range from $108,000 to $113,000. Battalion Chief is the third-highest rank in the JCFD, behind Chief and Deputy Chief.

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Video 4: Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that were taken at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear. ~Bill Cleary

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Video 3: Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that were taken at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  ~Bill Cleary

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Countdown to PPL Park

Soccer fans across the Philadelphia region are anxiously awaiting June 27, when Philadelphia Union is slated to play their first game at their home field, PPL Park. The waterfront stadium in Chester will offer suites, a full–service club restaurant, a built–in concert stage, with seating as close to the field as regulations allow.

The team recently announced that season ticket packages have sold out, but single–game tickets are available for purchase at www.philadelphiaunion.com.

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Video 2: Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night (May 27, 2010) to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that were taken at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  The  first part of  Firefighter Williams comments appear in the video one.~Bill Cleary

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Video 1: Gloucester City Firefighters Protest Layoffs

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of around 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

This is one of several video clips that were taken at the meeting. Sorry the quality of the film is so distorted, but the audio comes across real clear.  The conclusion of Firefighter Williams comments appear in the second video . Several other video clips taken at the meeting will be posted in the near future.~Bill Cleary

Gloucester City American Legions Post 135 Installation of Officers for 2011

On May 14, 2010, the Gloucester City American Legion Post 135, held their Installation of Officers for 2011. The Installing officer was Camden County Vice Commander, Tom Adams. Congratulations to out-going Commander Jim Logan and Commander-Elect John Hindsley and his staff.

Top picture; Sgt At Arms  "Big Jim" Mcnamee, Commander-Elect John Hindsley, Service Officer Jim Osherhoski, Finance Officer Jim Carr, Adjutant/Sr. Vice Rich Lindsey, and Chaplain Charler Reed. Missing:  Judge Advocate Jim Logan, Jr. Vice Jim Rinier, and Historion Harry Blymer.

Bottom: "Big Jim" Mcnamee, John Hindsley, and Jim Osherhoski.

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May 28 Hunting and Fishing News: Angler Lands World Record Red Hake Off Jersey Coast

NJDEP Division of Fish & Wildlife - Angler Lands World Record Red Hake Off Jersey Coast

May 26, 2010

The NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed that Billy Watson from Lansdale, Pennsylvania has officially become a member of an elite fishing club by catching a new world record Red Hake, Urophycis chuss. The 12 pound 13 ounce fish, also known as a Ling, was caught on February 20, 2010 approximately 20 miles ESE of Manasquan NJ. The fish measured 33 inches in length and had a girth of 19 inches. It surpassed the previous state record of 11 pounds, 1 ounce set in 2002 by Natalie Jones for a fish caught off Brielle.

Billy was bottom fishing at the Mud Hole on the Jamaica II with Captain Steve Spinelli at the helm when he hooked the big fish. He was using a St Croix medium heavy rod and a Diawa Saltese 20H reel loaded with 50 pound  Power Pro line and a Gulp 2” Glo Shrimp for bait.

Format Change Coming to Little League Baseball World Series in 2010

By Communications Division
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.

The 16 qualifying teams for the 2010 Little League Baseball World Series will be playing under a new format in 2010.  The culmination of more than 16,000 games over eight weeks of Little League Baseball tournament play, this year’s World Series will be played utilizing a double-elimination format in the first round.  Previously, the tournament was conducted using a pool play format to reach the quarterfinal round.

The 16 teams will still be placed into four, four-team pools, the eight U.S teams on one side of the bracket opposite the eight International squads.  The top team in each pool advances to the U.S. and International single-elimination championship games.  The U.S. and International champions then play for the World Championship on the final day of the tournament.

May 29 Hunting and Fishing News: Saving the Best for Last

New Jersey anglers who make time to get on the water this weekend may find true meaning in the saying, "Saving the Best for Last". This is the last week of the spring trout stocking season but certainly not the last week of great spring trout fishing in New Jersey. In fact, the Memorial Day Weekend has the potential to be the best weekend of the spring season for several reasons. 

Stocked waters are now teeming with trout. The Division's Pequest Trout Hatchery once again exceeded the spring production goal of 570,000 trout. The Hatchery produced and stocked 606,642 trout this spring and the more than 36,000 extra trout were added to stocking runs during the last several weeks of the season.

Siena's Dan Paolini Named 2010 MAAC Baseball Player of the Year

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Fishkill, N.Y. - Siena College sophomore second baseman Dan Paolini has been named the 2010 MAAC Baseball Player of the Year and headlines the 2010 All-MAAC Teams, as voted on by the MAAC's head coaches.

Paolini, last season's MAAC Rookie of the Year, posted a .368 batting average (78-212) during his second season for the Saints.  He has also registered a league-best .816 slugging percentage, 62 runs scored, 64 runs batted in, 13 doubles and a conference-high 26 home runs for the Green and Gold this year.

Firefighters & Supporters Pack Gloucester City Community Hall to Protest Layoffs

PHOTO: A large crowd attended the May 27 Gloucester City Council meeting.

By Bill Cleary

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ-An estimated crowd of around 300 people, mostly local and out of town firefighters, their family members and their supporters, packed the Gloucester City Community Hall, on Nicholson Road Thursday night to voice their opposition to a proposed cutback in the local fire department. If there were any people who favored the reduction in force in lieu of raising taxes they soon disappeared or sat very quietly. 

Disaster Recovery Center In Burlington County To Relocate

Release Date: May 27, 2010

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SOMERSET, N.J. -- A state/federal Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Hainesport Township, Burlington County, is moving to a new location.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced the center, located in the Volunteer Fire Company Building at 106 Broad Street in Hainesport Township, will close at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 27. 

At 10 a.m. on Friday, May 28, the DRC reopens at the Community Center, 100 Broad Street, also in Hainesport Twp, N.J. 08036.

City of Gloucester City May 27 Council Agenda

Note the meeting is being held at the Community Hall, Nicholson Road and Oxford Avenue, at 8 PM

Welcome Back PFC Danyelle Renee Cormaney From Iraq Gloucester City, New Jersey

When:   Friday, May 28, 2010

Time:    1:00 pm

Where: VFW Post 3620

              27-29 N. Burlington Street

              Gloucester City, NJ 08030

Please come out to welcome home PFC Danyelle Renee Cormaney from serving in Iraq.

Danyelle made the choice to join the US Army when she was 18 yrs old. She did her Basic Training at Ft. Jackson and then moved on to Ft. Gordon for AIT.

She was then stationed at her home base at Ft Stewart. She then got her orders to deploy to Bagdad, Iraq in January 2010. In the time there she survived numerous attacks on her base but still finds the time to work a full time job, take online college classes and even fits in some softball.

She is a true American Patriot who signed the dotted line and is willing to put her own life ahead of ours.

Please come out to welcome her home at the date, time and place listed above. The Warrior Watch Riders, Yellow Ribbon Club, Gloucester City Fire and Police and the citizens of Gloucester City will be on hand to make some noise.  

The Yellow Ribbon Club
http://www.yellowribbonclub.org
info@yellowribbonclub.org

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Chatham Square Apartment Complex Rehab and Conversion Work Begins June 1

The new homes will be priced between $175,000 and $180,000

Press Release

After months of planning, the City of Gloucester is proud to announce that the rehabilitation and conversion of the Chatham

Square Apartment Complex is set to begin on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 5 PM with the official ground breaking ceremony. The City, in conjunction with developer, Orens Brothers of Philadelphia, is set to convert the 100-apartment complex into 50 town houses.

Gloucester City Receives $1 million plus in Federal & State Grants for Streetscape Project

Press release

Gloucester City was recently awarded two American Reinvestment and Recovery Act Grants from the United States Federal Highway Administration and the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The first grant in the amount of $485,649.00 is for the Market Street Streetscape Project, which will include new brick sidewalks, between the existing sidewalks and curbs, and decorative street lighting on Market Street from 7^th Street to King Street.

The second grant in the amount of $529,963.75 is for the Burlington Street Streetscape Improvements Project, which will include new brick sidewalks, between the existing sidewalks and curbs, and decorative street lighting on Burlington Street from Market Street to Broadway.

As the result of public bidding, both projects were awarded to Bud Concrete of Sewell, New Jersey. Construction of the Market Street Project is expected to begin in June. The construction of the Burlington Street Project is expected to begin in July.

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American Heroes: Pfc. Christopher R. Barton, 22, of Concord, N.C., Maj. Ronald W. Culver Jr., 44, of Shreveport, La

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

                The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

                Pfc. Christopher R. Barton, 22, of Concord, N.C., died May 24 in Khowst province, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.  He was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 33rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

                The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.

                Maj. Ronald W. Culver Jr., 44, of Shreveport, La., died May 24 in Numaniyah, Iraq, when insurgents attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.  He was assigned to the 2nd Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, Shreveport, La.