NEWS, SPORTS, COMMENTARY, POLITICS for Gloucester City and the Surrounding Areas of South Jersey and Philadelphia
Popular season helps significantly to manage the deer population Photo by Steve Edwards, submitted to Maryland DNR photo contest. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the two-week firearms hunting season for sika and white-tailed deer opens Saturday, Nov. 25 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 9. The two-week season includes Sunday hunting in all but three counties, affording hunters more weekend opportunities to hunt and contribute to managing Maryland’s deer population. “The two-week firearms season is the most popular season with deer hunters,” Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Karina Stonesifer said. “For many, taking part in the firearms season...
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Klemm Avenue underpass is now open. It had been closed for almost two years. (CNBNews photo) GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 8, 2023)(CNBNews)—The underpass of Klemm Avenue under 42/I-76 has finally opened today, on Friday, December 8, after being closed for nearly a year. During this time, traffic coming in and out of the city had to be detoured to other highways. The construction project, which cost $57.2 million, began in February 2022 and was completed on time and on budget. The construction work included the replacement of the I-76 Bridge over Klemm Avenue, Conrail, and the South Branch of Newton...
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PHILADELPHIA PA. (CNBNews)(December 8, 2023)——According to the Philadelphia Police Public Affairs Office there were seven people shot between November 30 and December 7. Three of those victims died. November 30, 2023 Shooting incident at 14xx W York on Highway in the 22nd District at 5:27 PM. A 32-year-old male was shot once in the buttocks, transported to Temple via private vehicle, and is in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and no weapon has been recovered at this time. DECEMBER 1, 2023 *Homicide by shooting in the 22nd District at 29XX Ridge Ave. occurred at 7:05 PM on the...
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Gloucester Township Police Missing Adult Male: Michael Sites On October 17th, 2023, Michael Sites was reported missing from the Laurel Springs section of Gloucester Township. He is a 27-year-old male and described as being 6'-00" tall and 130 pounds. He has brown eyes, brown hair, and tattoos of a Wolf and Skull on his chest. He also has a curse word tattooed on his upper back. Last clothing description he was wearing gray pajama pants, short sleeve shirt (unknown color) and a carrying a black/green backpack. His destination is unknown, however he is possibly in the area of the Kensington...
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PHILADELPHIA — ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Philadelphia removed Felipe Javier Rivero Blanco, a citizen of Venezuela with a final order of removal, to Venezuela on Dec. 1. Rivero was convicted of statutory sexual assault, unlawful contact with a minor, indecent assault of a person less than 16 years of age, and 10 counts related to child sexual abuse material. He is a former professional baseball player for the Pittsburgh Pirates organization who played under the alias Felipe Vazquez. “Rivero Blanco’s removal demonstrates ERO Philadelphia’s commitment to protecting U.S. persons from predators regardless of their public persona or status,”...
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In response to the testimonies of Harvard, MIT, and Penn presidents during the December 5th “Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Antisemitism” congressional hearing, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia issued the following statement: CNBNews graphic files “The Congressional testimony of top university presidents and their attempts to clarify have been heard. We are not here to vilify. The universities must determine what is in their best interests. The universities must determine what's in their best interests. Let us be clear: the issue of antisemitism goes beyond a single university president. Like a virus, hatred of Jews has survived over...
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Celebrate the holidays with a brand-new pop-up bar, exciting entertainment and the chance to win a 2024 Cadillac XT4 ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (December 7, 2023) – Resorts Casino Hotel is ready to bring the festive spirit to all guests this December. Resorts Casino Hotel’s newest pop up, the Candy Cane Lounge, is open now through January 3rd, bringing holiday drink specials and live entertainment! From now through January 1st, guests can earn entries by playing their favorite slot and table games to be in the running for a brand new 2024 Cadillac XT4 and $24,000 in Slot Cash. Additionally, Resorts...
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Joann D. Lacroce (née Pezzuro) of Mt. Laurel, NJ (formerly of Haddonfield, NJ) passed away peacefully from complications due to metastatic vulvar and breast cancer on December 6 at the age of 80 at Samaritan Care in Mt. Holly, NJ. We are tremendously grateful to the skilled and loving caregivers and friends who cared for her in her beloved home during her final weeks, and at the facility during her final hours. Amanda, Holly, Tenisha, Heidi, Carly, Cheryl, Mavis, Lisa, Jennifer, Sue and Tica are amazingly fierce and powerful women who, like Joann, are an inspiration. Joann D. Lacroce was...
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$ Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.) wants 60 percent of each weapons system bought with taxpayer dollars to contain components from the U.S. Pool photo by Graeme Jennings Ally-friendly ‘Buy American’ requirement makes it into compromise NDAA (POLITICO) Joe Gould 12/07/23 A compromise defense policy bill unveiled late Wednesday includes a House-passed requirement that more U.S. military hardware be made in America, nixing a stricter Senate-passed requirement. Negotiators adopted language from Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J.) that would codify into law an executive order by President Joe Biden on domestic content requirements and state explicitly that those requirements cover major defense programs....
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Missing Endangered Elderly Male Out of Gloucester Township – Luis A. Diaz On December 5th, 2023, 69 year old, Luis A. Diaz was reported missing from Gloucester Township. Luis was last seen on Tuesday December 5th at approximately 2PM leaving his residence. Luis is 6’01 and weighs approximately 175 pounds with brown eyes and gray hair. He was last seen wearing a tan jacket, blue jeans and blue sneakers with white soles. He will be walking hunched over. Luis suffers from medical conditions. If anyone has additional information or knowledge of Luis Diaz’ whereabouts, please call 9-1-1, the Gloucester Township...
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GLASSBORO, NJ – Junior Kate Herlihy poured in a career-high 22 points to help Rowan roll to an 81-52 win over Rutgers-Camden in an NJAC women's basketball contest at Esby Gym, as the Profs improved to 6-3, and 3-1 in the conference. Herlihy connected on 10 of 19 shots from the field in 22 minutes of action. Eliana Santana scored 10 points on 4-for-8 shooting while Jess McLaughlin tallied 10 with three three-pointers. Rowan led in the early going, holding a 17-12 advantage at the end of the first quarter, but broke things open in the second. The Profs started...
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GLASSBORO, NJ – Khalif Meares scored a season-high 28 points as Rowan broke open the game in the second half en route to an 80-57 win over Rutgers-Camden in NJAC men's basketball action at Esby Gym. It was the Profs' second straight win as they improved to 6-3 and 2-2 in the league. Meares, the nation's leader in steals per game with a 4.9 average, picked up seven more in the win while he notched his fourth straight game scoring 20-plus points. Ja'Zere Noel had 18 points and 10 rebounds for his ninth double-double of the season, and Marcellus Ross...
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(Camden CITY NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing adult from Bergen Square. Taron Parker, 33, has been reported missing from his home on the 600 block of Cherry Street. He is described as a black male, 5’5”, 250 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black bubble coat and dark colored clothing. He is known to frequent the downtown area and the White Horse Pike corridor in Winslow. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042.
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(Camden City, NJ)(Dec.7,2023)-- – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing adult from Liberty Park. Kyree Dickerson, 30, has been reported missing from his home on the 900 block of Mechanic Street. He is described as a black male, 6’0”, 170 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair and a tattoo on his left forearm. He was last seen wearing a burgundy hooded sweater, black vest, black Nike boots and a black ski mask. He is known to frequent Lanning Square. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856)...
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ--On December 5, 2023, the pictured male suspect wearing a two-tone blue Amazon Jacket removes a package from the victim’s front porch in the Valleybrook Development in Gloucester Township. The suspect then returns to his blue sedan parked across the street. The package contained $1,229 of Apple Watches, and the serial numbers have been listed as “stolen” on the National Crime Information Center database. If you can identify the suspect in the video and photos call the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500, or call our GTPD Anonymous Crime Tip Line: 856-842-5560. To send an Anonymous Tip via...
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Virtua Health Brings through State-Led Commitment to Food Access New Jersey Economic Development Authority sponsors new stops for Virtua’s Mobile Grocery Store program. (ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., December 5, 2023) Virtua Health, South Jersey’s largest health system, will start bringing its acclaimed “Eat Well” Mobile Grocery Store program to Atlantic City this month. Area shoppers can buy a full range of highly affordable, healthy food – from fresh produce to meats to dairy products – twice weekly. The New Jersey Economic Development Authority is sponsoring the Virtua Mobile Grocery Store’s interim expansion to Atlantic City as part of Governor Phil Murphy’s...
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By Christian Wade | The Center Square contributor (The Center Square) — A ruling is expected this week on whether New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy was part of a conspiracy to oust the former executive director of the state Election Law Enforcement Commission. Jeffrey Brindle says Murphy and his aides were part of a conspiracy to force him out using "coercive and extorting threats" and exert "illegal pressure and interference" over the commission's work. Brindle's lawyers say an overhaul of New Jersey’s campaign finance law earlier this year, which changed how the governor nominates members to the ethics panel, was...
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Camden City, N.J.- A Camden City man has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of a Haddon Township woman, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. On November 28, 2023, Carlos Acevedo, 53, of Camden City, was arrested by Camden County Prosecutor’s Office detectives and Camden County Police, and he was charged with second-degree Disturbing Human Remains. Acevedo was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility. Further investigation resulted in Acevedo being charged on December 5, 2023, with first-degree Murder in the death of 26-year-old Cathleen McGrath of Haddon Township....
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image courtesy of Pinterest (a Philadelphia PA street) PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 7, 2023)--If the weather forecast is to be believed, this winter in Philadelphia will pleasantly surprise us with winter temperatures that are different from last year's season. The total number of days with precipitation during the season will be small - no more than 22 days, with half of being snow. The average temperature for the season will be 37°F, slightly cooler than the previous winter. True winter weather will begin around mid-December when temperatures first reach of 37°F. The first month of winter will be warmer than last...
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Meet our newest additions to the Gloucester Township Police Community Relations Bureau- Lt. Paul Fisher and Cpl. John McHugh! (center and right) There have been several changes within our police department in 2023 following retirements, promotions, and transfers which brought Ptl. Charles Ohrenich(left) to the Community Relations Bureau in January, 2023, and now brings us Lt. Fisher and Cpl. McHugh in November, 2023! - Ptl. Charles Ohrenich is a life long Gloucester Township resident who began serving his community by volunteered at Gloucester Township Fire District 6. He worked as a SLEO II at Cape May Police Department, worked as...
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Many people suffer from anxiety and are looking for ways to manage their symptoms. While traditional treatments such as therapy and medication can be effective, some individuals are turning to cannabis as an alternative option. Cannabis, also known as marijuana, has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries and is becoming increasingly popular, available at Atom Cannabis for its potential benefits in treating anxiety. Cannabis, particularly the cannabinoid cannabidiol (CBD), may help alleviate anxiety symptoms due to its interaction with the body's endocannabinoid system. However, individual responses and the effects of different cannabis strains and dosages can vary. While there...
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Funding will benefit seven municipalities to improve quality-of-life (Trenton) – The Murphy Administration today announced $3.2 million in FY 2024 Transit Village grants to assist seven municipalities advance development projects that will improve the quality-of-life in five counties. “One of the best ways to reduce the effects of climate change is by improving public transportation to reduce our reliance on cars,” Governor Phil Murphy said. “The Transit Village program provides necessary funds to redevelop areas within walking distance of our transit facilities.” “Initiatives like the Transit Village program ensures our entire transportation system is modern, accessible, and equitable, benefitting all...
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Posted on December 3, 2023 On Sunday, December 3, 2023, at approximately 1:35 pm, the Gloucester Township Police Department responded to the area of Sicklerville Road at Dickenson Drive for a motor vehicle crash with injuries. Arriving officers found that a 2009 Toyota Yaris had driven off the roadway and crashed into a utility pole. The vehicle was occupied by the driver and there were no passengers in the vehicle. Police, Fire, and Medical personnel provided aid to the driver. The driver was transported to a local hospital for bodily injury. Sicklerville Road remained open as officers from the Gloucester...
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Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Columnist Trace Gallagher, a Fox News anchor, presented a story on December 5, 2023, in which the reporter presented evidence that our (America) students' math scores are now the lowest ever. It has been known for years that our students' English/Reading scores have been declining. Yet, we in New Jersey continue to pay extremely high school taxes. What are we getting for those tax dollars? CNBNews graphic file The state mandates much of the curriculum based on political ideologies. Here's an idea. Let's teach our students to read before we teach them pornography. Senator John Kennedy...
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Maryland Fishing Report – December 6 Welcome to December, there are some wonderful fishing opportunities to be found this week for many anglers fishing close to home. The chain pickerel stands out for pure fun and excitement. This will be the final weekly Maryland Fishing Report for 2023. We will be checking in with occasional winter reports and look forward to starting again weekly in spring. On behalf of all of us at DNR, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a healthy and happy 2024! As a reminder, striped season in the Chesapeake Bay and tributaries closes Saturday,...
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2Moods Vodka Seltzer launches Pineapple as third flavor 2Moods Vodka Seltzer, one of the many ready-to-drink spirit cocktails released in 2023 is introducing their third flavor, Pineapple, in time for the 2023 Holidays. The first two flavors are Black Cherry and Pink Lemonade. Every 2Moods flavor is available at both 4% ABV (known as Chill) and 8% ABV (known as Thrill). The company, based in Philadelphia and owned by Conshohocken resident Nick Cicione was created after paying attention to consumer behavior and the evolution of the vodka seltzer and RTD category. 2Moods seeks to put a new spin on “variety”,...
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Virtua Health President and CEO Dennis W. Pullin earns spot on prestigious Modern Healthcare list (MARLTON, N.J., Dec. 4, 2023) After a year of milestones and major achievements, Virtua Health President and CEO Dennis W. Pullin, FACHE, is one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People for 2023. The complete ranking appears in the Dec. 4 issue of Modern Healthcare magazine, and profiles of all the honorees are posted atModernHealthcare.com/100MostInfluential. “The 2023 honorees on our 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare list reflect the providers, insurers, technology firms, government leaders, investors and others who have made oversized contributions to the...
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The event, which runs between December and January, features on-ice go-karts, ice skating, food from local vendors, carnival games and other family-friendly activities NEWARK, N.J. – December 6, 2023 – Newark Winter Village has returned to Mulberry Commons Park. The event will run through January 7 and features on-ice go-karting, an ice-skating rink, and carnival games. Visitors can also rent a heated private igloo and enjoy food from local vendors. "We are thrilled that Newark Winter Village has returned for a fourth year. The event has brought nearly 10,000 visitors to the neighborhood each year, supporting local businesses that are...
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(Gloucester Township, NJ) – Last month, Wanabana Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches were recalled due to lead contamination and since then, the Camden County Health Department has worked diligently to ensure that all locations where the product is typically sold has cleared it from shelves. The recall was due to elevated lead levels in more than 50 children across the country. Since November 9, the Health Department has investigated all Dollar Tree, combination Dollar Tree/Dollar General stores, and Amazon fulfillment centers to determine the presence of, and destroy or embargo all the pouches; both single pouch and 3-pack pouches. “We sent environmental...
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(Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the right lane on I-295 northbound is scheduled to be closed on Thursday for priority attenuator and guide rail repairs as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. From 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Thursday, December 7, the right lane on I-295 northbound is scheduled to be closed from the Creek Road Bridge over I-295 until the Browning Road Bridge. At least one lane will be maintained during construction. Lane closure is necessary for priority attenuator and guide rail repairs. The work is part of the Direct...
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By Slim Randles Mabel Adams was sitting in the day room at the Rest of Your Life retirement home when the children came in. She smiled and so did all the others in the room except for two who didn’t know what was going on. The old-timers in the home knew the kids were coming and had put up Christmas decorations around in the day room and on the doors of their own small apartments and on themselves. Mabel had been reminded several times by the staff that morning that the kids were coming over, this being necessary as Mabel’s...
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Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital Earn 2023 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety Philadelphia, PA, December 5, 2023 -- Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital were each named a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive. The Top Hospital designation is bestowed by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers, known as the toughest...
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Iron Mike debuts “baddest coin on the planet” on eBay Live HOUSTON, Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boxing legend and pop-culture icon Mike Tyson has joined forces with Houston’s Celebrity Mint to launch a limited edition series of gold and silver collectibles, just in time for the holiday shopping season. Crafted from .9999 gold and .999 silver, the pioneering legal tender trading coins are now available on CelebrityMint.com and eBay. Thousands of viewers tuned in to eBay Live as Iron Mike joined Celebrity Mint to unveil his exclusive line of products. “This is legendary,” Tyson said on the eBay...
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On Dec 3, 2023, Janet Florence Gall (nee Gibison) was reunited in love with her late husband Auggie on their 63rd wedding anniversary. She peacefully went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family. Janet was born on August 7, 1933, and never missed a year on the Wildwood beach, even this past year, her 90th. She was born in Gloucester City and raised on Hudson Street. She lived and raised her family in National Park for 53 years. Janet held her faith dear and was a lifelong member of the Bible Church of Westville. She loved music and...
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Pipes and tanks snake around the inside of a carbon capture and storage facility during the official opening of the facility at the Boundary Dam Power Station in Estevan, Saskatchewan in 2014. Pennsylvania is in consideration as a hydrogen hub. Michael Bell | AP (The Center Square) — Doubt swirled among a panel of Pennsylvania lawmakers this week about the practicality using hydrogen hubs to lower greenhouse emissions, and federal subsidies earmarked to build them. The Senate Democratic Policy Committee met Monday to promote a fossil-fuel-free future, harnessing hydrogen for industries where electrification can’t cut it. “There needs to be...
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(CAMDEN, NJ) – Recently, Cooper University Health Care was honored to host a retirement ceremony for Colonel Kirby R. Gross, MD, FACS, following 21 years of distinguished service as a U.S. Army trauma surgeon. Dr. Gross came to Cooper in 2020 when he was assigned to Cooper’s Division of Trauma Surgery and the Section of Military, Diplomatic, and Field Surgical Affairs as part of the Army Military-Civilian Trauma Team Training (AMCT3) Program. “Colonel Kirby R. Gross has separated himself as an Army trauma surgeon through his exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service to the United States Army. During his 21 years...
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Camden City, N.J.- A Camden City man has been arrested and charged for the fatal shooting of a man on October 18, 2023, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. On October 27, 2023, Xavier Rivera, 23, of Camden City, was charged in the fatal shooting of Jesus Manuel Ortiz-Hernandez, 18, of Camden City. Rivera was charged with first-degree Murder and weapons offenses. On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at approximately 4:14 p.m., Camden County Police responded to the 2700 block of Hayes Avenue for a ShotSpotter activation. Upon arrival, officers located a male...
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Gloucester City, NJ, Dec. 5, 2023—Area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message of joy to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten! This year, tens of thousands of volunteers contributed to Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, by packing shoeboxes filled with fun toys, school supplies, and personal care items. The global Christmas project will deliver these gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 100 countries, including many who are suffering from war, poverty, disease and disaster. Each shoebox is an opportunity to share the message of...
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Winter Wonderland Weekend Friday, December 8th, and Saturday December 9th Kick off with Parade on Dec. 8 at 7 pm
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Q. WHO WILL PAY FOR THESE GRANTS? A. I KNOW, ASK ME. YOU! ~CNBNews ============================================== (Trenton) – Today, the Murphy Administration announced 14 Bikeway Grants totaling $7.9 million to help advance local Bikeway projects in eight counties. “I’m committed to promoting active transportation alternatives that help achieve our climate change goals by reducing our reliance on cars while encouraging residents to live a healthy lifestyle,” Governor Phil Murphy said. “Investing in bikeways is a tangible step to create more walkable and bikeable options for our most vulnerable road users.” “The New Jersey Department of Transportation appreciates Governor Murphy and the...
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Gloucester Township Police Crime Stoppers VIDEO- Three Suspects Shoplifting in Nike Outlet:https://youtu.be/eterpZyP5BA GLOUCESTER OUTLETS (December 5, 2023)(CNBNews)--On November 16, 2023, at 3:42 PM, the three pictured suspects entered the Nike Outlet. Two of the suspects are captured on camera, selecting $635 of merchandise, concealing them into large bags, and exiting the store without purchasing the items. The third suspect works as a “lookout” toward the front of the store. According to Nike Loss Prevention, these same individuals are suspects in other area shoplifting incidents. If you can identify the suspects in the video and photos, call the Gloucester Township Police...
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SICKLERVILLE, NJ (December 5, 2023)(CNBNews)--On 11/28/2023 at 14:18 hours, police, fire, and EMS were dispatched to the units block of Brookshire Road in the Sicklerville section of Gloucester Township for the report of smoke from the rear of an occupied row of homes. First arriving officers reported smoke and flames through the roof of the building. Gloucester Township Fire Departments (Glendora, Chews Landing, Blenheim, Blackwood, Erial, and Lambs Terrace) along with resources from Pine Hill, Winslow Township, and Laurel Springs arrived and quickly gained control of the blaze. As a result, only two residences were damaged displacing two families who...
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SICKLERVILLE NJ (December 5, 2023)--On November 9, 2023 at approximately 10:27 a.m. multiple packages were stolen from a Church property in the Sicklerville section of Gloucester Township. Gloucester Township Police responded and observed surveillance video which revealed a Gold Buick Century entered the Church parking lot and approached recently delivered packages containing religious memorabilia for the Church, valued at $2,600. The female occupant of the vehicle took the packages and left the area. Through investigation, she was positively identified, charged, processed and remanded to Camden County Jail without issue. The accused, Sandra Ogburn, was charged with Theft of Movable Property...
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LEXINGTON, VA (11/27/2023)-- Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, welcomed 348 new initiates from 12 universities during October 2023. Students initiated into the Society must be sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate/professional students in the top 35% of their class, demonstrate leadership experience in at least one of the five pillars, and embrace the ODK ideals. Fewer than five percent of students on a campus are invited to join each year. Bella Banfe of Cherry Hill (08002) - Rider University Christa Campisi of Williamstown (08094) - Rider University Ginamarie Capozzoli of Mount Laurel (08054) - Rider University Jared Hiller...
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Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment Lower Township, Cape May County, NJ - “A team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) on Thursday & Friday, December 7-8, 2023, will examine all aspects of the Lower Township Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services”, Chief Kevin Lewis announced today. “Verification by the team that the Lower Township Police Department meets the Commission’s “best practice” standards is part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence”,Chief Lewis said. As part of this final on-site...
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Golden Bear Football Wins NCAA Regional Title, Advances to School's First-Ever National Semifinal in Colorado 18 South Jersey Players on Team KUTZTOWN, PA (12/04/2023)-- The Kutztown University football team won its first-ever NCAA Division II Super Region One championship Saturday, Dec. 2, with a 28-16 victory at Slippery Rock. The victory sends the Golden Bears (12-2) into the national semifinals 3:30 p.m. EST, Saturday, Dec. 9, against No. 1 Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colo. The semifinal games will be carried on ESPN+. Kutztown also set a new school record for wins in a season and extended its school...
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(Camden City, NJ)(CNBNews) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 16-year-old from Liberty Park. Javier Rodriguez has been reported missing from his home on the 1000 block of Jackson Street. He is described as a Hispanic male, 5’8”, 140 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a brown jacket, black jeans, black ski mask and black sneakers. He is known to frequent Cherry Hill and Philadelphia and is believed to have been headed to an address in Philadelphia on a blue bike. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to...
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WOODBURY, NJ (December 4, 2023)(CNBNews)--On Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, at approximately 1:22 AM, Woodbury City Police personnel were dispatched to Wing-Dickerson Park, located at 36 Carpenter Street, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, Woodbury Police located 21-year-old Ti’jere K. Jackson with a single gunshot wound to the chest. Jackson was pronounced deceased at the scene. Through timely and aggressive investigation, detectives from the Woodbury Police Department and the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office identified the suspect in the shooting as a juvenile. At approximately 3:30 PM on December 2nd, members of the U.S. Marshals NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force...
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