Coming in July New E-bike Requirements, Includes Having Insurance, License

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 31, 2026)(CNBNews)–Electric scooters and electric bikes have flooded into Gloucester City and surrounding towns, and the results are becoming harder to ignore. What began as a convenient way to get around has quickly turned into a safety problem for anyone who uses our sidewalks, jogging paths, or neighborhood streets responsibly.

The danger isn’t theoretical. On my daily walks with Sweetie, I’ve had kids on these motorized bikes come up behind us without a sound. These machines make no noise, so you can’t hear them approaching until they’re already on top of you. More than once, a rider has blown past us at high speed, leaving no time to react. In one instance, a teenager on an e‑bike came straight at the dog and me, expecting us to move aside. I was forced to step off the path or be hit. That’s not “sharing the road”—that’s intimidation.

Recently, we also heard of an electric scooter allegedly striking a pedestrian at the Johnson Boulevard Jogging Track in Gloucester City. That didn’t surprise us. We’ve watched riders whip around that park as if safety rules apply only to someone else. Not long after, we saw a motorbike racing down the sidewalk toward the Market Street Wawa before cutting directly into oncoming traffic. These aren’t isolated incidents—they’re part of a growing pattern of reckless behavior that puts innocent people at risk.

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Pet Adoption Spotlight: Keith

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Keith is a 6-year-old red & white bully mix with a friendly, outgoing personality and a whole lot of love to give. He enjoys meeting new people and being part of whatever’s going on around him. Keith is a strong boy who will benefit from continued training and structure, but he’s eager to learn and wants to do well. He seems to be housebroken and is ready to settle into home life. He would love a home with a securely fenced yard where he can run and stretch his legs. Keith would do best with a female dog or as your one-and-only, and in a home without small children. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun companion and are ready to help him be his best self, Keith might be your guy. To learn more, Click Here.

America’s 40-Course, 8 Hour Italian La Panarda Feast Returns to South Philly

Philadelphia, PA – One of America’s most extravagant and authentic Italian dining traditions is returning to Philadelphia, where the unofficial motto for the day is “eat until you bust.” Le Virtù, the South Philly restaurant honoring the cuisine of Italy’s Abruzzo region, will host La Panarda on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. The eight-hour experience is an excessive, joyful family-style feast featuring at least 40 dishes served over a multi-hour span, testing the resolve of cooks and diners alike. Prepared by Executive Chef Andrew Wood and inspired by the annual sacred Panarda held in Villavallelonga, Abruzzo since 1657, the feast is widely recognized as the only authentic representation of that tradition held anywhere in the United States. Tickets are $550 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) and include 10+ wine pairings curated by house sommelier Chris O’Brien. Le Virtù is located at 1927 East Passyunk Ave., in South Philadelphia. For tickets and more information, visit levirtu.com.

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Amputation Injury: Workers’ Comp Waiting Time

According to Public Health Watch, seven US workers a day had workplace accidents that ended in amputations or led to them over a decade. Workplace safety experts expect amputation rates to worsen under the Trump administration.

More than half the amputations were the result of bone loss, ranging from fingers and toes to arms, legs, hands, or even multiple limbs. The rest were mostly fingertip amputations. 20% of these injuries require hospitalization and can lead to permanent nerve issues.

An injured worker’s hospital bills keep piling up when faced with an amputation case. Normally, workers who are under this kind of situation have questions about how long it would take to receive the benefits under the workers’ compensation program.

One of the most important aspects of workers’ compensation is the waiting period. This time requirement is different across states. Knowledge of what the waiting period for workers’ compensation is in Arizona and other states will help a person determine his or her next steps.

Let’s find out how these waiting periods affect the outcome of an amputation injury case.

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Why Tactical Vehicle Combat Games Continue to Attract Competitive Players

Tactical vehicle combat games have tabulated a distinct niche in the gaming realm these days. They differ from fast paced arcade shooters which are all about quick reflexes, as here, players are rewarded for patience, positioning, and teamwork, besides real life decision making. Gamers are attracted to gameplay where each move counts, a mistake is not without a price, and winning is not a matter of chance but of skill.There has been a steady influx of players who love to engage in games that perfectly merge reality with strategizing using various platforms from the classic tank warfare role playing to the exciting fighter jets duels. Communities of these perspective players who are into advanced mechanics, battlefield awareness and thriving on competition in a high pressure environment with skill as the deciding factor have contributed to the increasing popularity of these games.

Veteran gamers in forum conversations also point out that apart from the usual skill set and tactics, they search for precision improving strategies and tools like useful resources for experience better gameplay using Lavicheats’ War Thunder software. Although, the real attraction to these games lies in the phenomenal learning curve and challenging competitive environment that keeps the players hooked for many years.

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Woolwich Man Sentenced to 65 Years in 2021 Shooting of His Stepfather

Woodbury, NJ –Christian Smith, 28, of Woolwich, was sentenced today to 65 years in State Prison for first-degree murder by the Honorable William Ziegler, J.S.C.

According to documents filed in this case and the evidence presented at trial:

On Oct. 9, 2021, Smith and his stepfather Dennis McKenzie, Jr., were arguing in their home over offensive comments Smith made about the sexuality of McKenzie’s daughter and her friend. Smith’s mother and sister attempted to diffuse the situation, with his mother putting herself between the two men. As the argument escalated, McKenzie attempted to hit Smith, who then pulled a 9mm handgun from his waistband, held it over his mother and shot McKenzie once in the face and three times in the back.

Smith then disassembled the gun and recorded himself saying “that’s what he gets.” During a two-week trial, the defense argued that Smith acted in the heat of the moment after the victim referenced abuse the defendant had experienced in past relationships. They also claimed the shooting occurred during a struggle over a gun, alleging several shots were fired accidentally before the defendant gained control of the weapon and continued shooting.

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Educational Resources Available on Z-library

The search for knowledge often feels like a long road with hidden turns. Some paths lead to dusty shelves while others open into vast halls of thought. Z-library stands as one of those open halls where learning feels less like a task and more like a quiet habit. It gathers texts from many fields and places them within easy reach. The result is a space where curiosity can grow without pressure.

In this setting the idea of access takes on a new meaning. It is not just about finding a file but about building a rhythm of learning. For those seeking knowledge without limits, Zlibary becomes a natural choice that fits into daily life. It supports both short reading sessions and deep study. That balance gives it a calm steady value.

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Brayden Davis Named to ABCA All-America 2nd Team

Rowan junior Brayden Davis has been named to the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings All-America Second Team as voted on by the American Baseball Coaches Association. The selection was announced at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 NCAA Division III World Series where Davis leads the number-two seeded Profs in their quest for a national title.

ABCA/RAWLINGS DIVISION III ALL-AMERICA TEAMS

Davis was also named to the D3baseball.com All-America First Team earlier today, adding to his list of accolades which include the ABCA Region IV Player of the Year; the D3baseball.com Region 4 Player of the Year; and the NJAC Player of the Year.

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Notice from the Gloucester Township Global Services/ Recycling Department

Please be advised that today, June 1st, the phones at the Gloucester Township Global Services/ Recycling Department will be temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance.

During this time, if you experience recycling issues, please contact 856-227-8666.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while this maintenance is being completed.

SoccerFest26 on the Camden Waterfront Rescheduled

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey will announce SoccerFest26, a free three‑day celebration of global soccer spirit on the Camden Waterfront. The event will invite residents and visitors to experience the excitement surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, with major tournament matches occurring nearby in Philadelphia and Northern New Jersey.

SoccerFest26 is scheduled for June 25–27 at Wiggins Waterfront Park in Camden, NJ, with additional programming throughout the surrounding area, and is designed to create a welcoming and high-energy gathering space for residents and visitors during the 2026 World Cup season. SoccerFest26 will be open each day from noon to 10 p.m.

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NJ and NY Investigating FIFA’S World Cup Ticketing Prices

“Being honest about ticket sales is not complicated. But FIFA has turned buying a ticket to the World Cup into a gauntlet of confusion, fake scarcity, and impossibly high prices – all at the expense of consumers and hardworking New Jerseyans,” said Attorney General Davenport. “We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation of FIFA’s conduct, and we are proud to stand together with Attorney General James in protecting our consumers. It’s an honor to host the World Cup, but the event is not an invitation to exploit our residents and visitors.”

“New Yorkers have been waiting years for the World Cup to come to their backyard, and they deserve a fair shot at affordable tickets,” said Attorney General James. “No one should be manipulated into paying sky-high prices for seats, and fans should be able to trust that the tickets they purchase will be the ones they receive. I thank Attorney General Davenport for joining this effort to get answers from FIFA and protect our states’ consumers.”

The investigation will probe a range of issues that have arisen with FIFA’s ticketing process. Fans have reported they were misled about where the tickets they were purchasing would be located. For its initial ticket sales, FIFA’s seat maps divided stadiums into four zones named Category 1 through Category 4, with Category 1 seats in the most desirable location. Yet after many fans had already bought tickets, FIFA created new zones, Front Categories 1 through 4, made up of the most desirable seats within each Category. Tickets in these Front Categories cost significantly more. Reports indicate that fans who bought tickets before these new zones were introduced were excluded from those seats and instead assigned less-desirable seats, including seats far from the field or behind the goals.

In addition, some fans have reported that they did not receive the tickets in the Category they paid for. These fans have reported that although they selected and paid for Category 1 tickets, which were the closest areas to the field, they were assigned seats further back in Category 2 areas.

The attorneys general will also investigate FIFA’s ticket prices for 2026 World Cup matches, which have far exceeded the prices for any previous World Cup tournament. FIFA has used “variable pricing” to adjust ticket prices based on demand. As FIFA released tickets in phases over the course of several months, prices for some matches skyrocketed. Press reports indicate that between October 2025 and April 2026, FIFA raised the price of tickets for more than 90 of the 104 World Cup matches, with prices for the three main ticket categories rising on average by 34%. The investigation will examine whether and how FIFA’s ticket release schedule, public statements, and other conduct may have impacted these prices.

New Jerseyans who have not received the World Cup tickets they paid for are encouraged to file a complaint on the Division of Consumer Affairs website.