Walter P. Houser, II, 60, of Gloucester City

Surrounded by his loving family and friends, Walt passed away peacefully on March 7th, 2026, at the age of 60, at Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia. Lifelong resident of Gloucester City. 

Walt is survived by his loving wife, Diana (Handy) Houser; sons, Robert Revero and his wife, Amanda and Kevin Revero and his wife, Jessica; 11 grandchildren; brothers, Robert Houser, Jr. and Neal “Shorty” Houser. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Rita Houser and his sisters, Rita Gerber (late John) and Jackie Stinsman. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and beloved friends who were family to Walt. 

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Virginia Woman Stabbed to Death Over 30 Times By Illegal Alien

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that on February 25, 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged a detainer requesting Virginia not release a career criminal illegal alien with more than 30 arrests after the Fairfax County Police Department charged him for allegedly fatally stabbing a woman in the neck on Monday.

According to local reports, on Monday, February 23, Stephanie Minter, 41, of Fredericksburg was found dead at a local bus stop with multiple stab wounds to the upper body. Police later published a photo of Sierra Leone national Abdul Jalloh, 32, taken from a surveillance camera alerting the public that he should be considered “dangerous” and to call police if they see him. On Tuesday, February 24, a local business owner saw him and called police.

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Governor Sherrill and NJDOT Acting Commissioner Jain announce $1.2 million grant to assist Phillipsburg sinkhole repairs

Governor Mikie Sherrill andNew Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Acting Commissioner Priya Jain today announced a $1.2 million NJDOT grant to assist Phillipsburg in repairing Summit Avenue, a local road that was damaged when a sinkhole developed in February.

“This is what government does – bringing resources to an area where we need to make people whole after an unexpected calamity,” Governor Mikie Sherrill said. “We are providing $1.2 million to get the permanent fix in for this road to make sure people are kept safe and to make sure they are able to get back to work and get back in their homes.”

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This grant demonstrates the Governor’s commitment to supporting local communities when an emergency arises and underscores the importance of a well-funded NJDOT Local Aid program, ensuring the Department is ready and able to step in and help communities address critical infrastructure needs.

“When the unforeseen happens and the safety of the public is at risk, the New Jersey Department of Transportation leverages its strong partnerships, quick action and access to resources to restore safe access for motorists, residents and businesses,” said NJDOT Acting Commissioner Priya Jain when announcing the Department’s grant award. “No community should have to face unbudgeted and unexpected infrastructure challenges like this alone, and a well-funded Local Aid program ensures we are ready to step in and help communities address critical infrastructure needs.”

Joining the Governor and Acting Commissioner today were Phillipsburg Mayor Randy Piazza, Jr., State Senator Doug Steinhardt, Assemblyman John DiMaio, Warren County Commissioners, and Phillipsburg Council Members.

Background

On Monday, February 16, two sinkholes developed at the intersection of Summit Avenue and Lewis Street in Phillipsburg. The cause of the sinkholes is under investigation, but it is believed it may have been caused by aging infrastructure and a pipe collapse.

Temporary repairs to the roadway are complete, and Aqua New Jersey is in the process of repairing the damaged watermain. Eight homes showed signs of instability and have been deemed unsafe for occupation. The residents are currently displaced, and the Governor’s Office is seeking ways to provide assistance.

Additional Geotech investigations will be conducted to determine what steps must be taken to ensure the homes are safe for residents to return. Utility services will then be reconnected to the affected houses, and the road will be reconstructed, repaved and sidewalks replaced.

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Committee Advances Legislation Strengthening Advocacy for Patients with Developmental Disabilities

Legislation sponsored by Assemblywoman Margie Donlon designed to strengthen protections for hospital patients with developmental disabilities cleared the Assembly Health Committee today. This bill ensures a level of support for patients who are unable to advocate for themselves.

Bill A2259 would authorize patients with developmental disabilities to have a designated family member, guardian, direct support professional, or other caregiver to accompany them in accordance with hospital policies necessary to ensure patient safety, privacy, infection control and clinical care.

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“As a doctor, I know firsthand that patient care is the most important thing and everyone deserves a voice and to have their needs met and their concerns addressed,” said Assemblywoman Donlon (D-Monmouth). “This bill is about empowerment, dignity, and peace of mind for these patients and their families. Having a designated person to support and advocate for patients with developmental disabilities will enormously benefit both the patient and the hospital.” 

When patients are unable to self-advocate, this can lead to a higher risk of adverse events, unmet care needs and miscommunication about symptoms. Family members, guardians, and direct support professionals frequently serve as translators of behavior and needs, advocate for pain, preference, or consent while the patient is receiving care.

Under existing law, New Jersey’s Patient’s Bill of Rights guarantees respectful treatment, privacy, participation in care decisions, and family communication, but is silent on the presence of a caregiver for patients with disabilities, particularly under restrictive hospital visitation policies. This bill would codify caregiver access rights.

Under the bill, a patient may designate one caregiver at a time for the purposes of accompaniment.

DNREC Now Soliciting Community Water Quality Improvement Grant Project Proposals

DNREC encourages Delaware non-profit organizations, conservation districts, community organizations and homeowners’ associations to submit project proposals to be considered for grant funds from DNREC’s Community Water Quality Improvement Grants program.

Cape May Remains the Heart of Coast Guard Recruit Training

Congressman Van Drew highlighted the continued strength of U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May following the Coast Guard’s announcement that it plans to establish an additional training center in Alabama to help meet growing national training needs.

“This is good news for Cape May, good news for the Coast Guard, and good news for our country,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Cape May is the main training center for the entire nation, and that is not changing. With the $495 million in federal investments we have secured, the Training Center Cape May is thriving and stronger than it has ever been. This includes the single largest federal investment in the history of South Jersey, and the Coast Guard has given us a written commitment ensuring these funds come solely to our Training Center.

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Legislation to Strengthen Anti-Vaping Education in Schools and Colleges Clears Committee

The Assembly Health Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Assemblywomen Shanique Speight and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson that would require the Department of Health, in consultation with the Department of Education and the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, to develop and distribute comprehensive guidelines to help schools and colleges implement on-campus anti-vaping awareness campaigns.

Under bill A2195, the Department of Health would create and update guidance that equips school districts and institutions of higher education with research-backed strategies to combat the rising use of e-cigarettes among adolescents and young adults. The guidelines would be publicly available on each department’s website.

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The guidelines must include recommendations for implementing multi-tiered, age-appropriate anti-vaping campaigns that promote positive behavioral change. They would also provide schools with research-based materials detailing the health risks of vaping, including its effects on lung health, mental health, pregnant women, workplace environments, and small children, as well as comparisons to traditional cigarette smoking.

“Strategic marketing and misinformation that downplay the serious health risks of vaping are targeting our young people,” said Assemblywoman Speight (D-Essex, Hudson). “This legislation ensures that schools and colleges have clear, research-driven tools to educate students about the dangers of e-cigarettes and empower them to make healthier decisions.”

Additionally, the guidance would encourage the use of decision-making models to help students resist peer pressure and make informed, healthy choices. Schools would also be encouraged to incorporate targeted marketing materials designed for middle school, high school, and college-age populations.

“We cannot ignore the growing number of adolescents and young adults who are becoming addicted to nicotine through vaping,” said Assemblywoman Reynolds-Jackson (D-Hunterdon, Mercer). “By providing structured, age-appropriate guidance and updating it annually, we would be giving educators the support they need to confront this public health challenge head-on and protect the long-term well-being of our students.”

IMPORTANT ROAD WORK NOTICE

Several road construction projects are planned for the week of March 10-13, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The following roadways will be affected: Somerdale Road, White Horse Road, Burnt Mill Road, Cooper Road, Kresson-Gibbsboro Road, and Gibbsboro Road. It is advisable to avoid these areas if possible, to allow for additional travel time, and to follow all designated detour routes. For further information or inquiries, please contact Camden County Public Works at (856) 566-2980. Please note that dates and times are subject to change.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 10th AND WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11th:
White Horse Road & Burnt Mill Road – 7:00am to 4:00pm. Arawak Paving will be milling and paving. There will be a PARTIAL ROAD CLOSURE eastbound on White Horse Road between Burnt Mill Road & Lucas Lane, and a FULL ROAD CLOSURE of westbound White Horse Road between Lucas Lane & Burnt Mill Rd. Additionally, there will be a FULL ROAD CLOSURE of Burnt Mill Road between Chestnut Avenue and White Horse Road on Tuesday, March 10th, and a FULL ROAD CLOSURE on Burnt Mill Road between Linden Avenue and White Horse Road on Wednesday, March 11th. Please follow all designated detours.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11th:
Cooper Road & Kresson-Gibbsboro Road – 9:00am to 4:00pm. CCG, on behalf of Comcast, will be performing stationary splicing. There will be alternating traffic with flaggers on Cooper Road between Kresson-Gibbsboro Road and the Voorhees Animal Orphanage, and alternating traffic with flaggers on Kresson-Gibbsboro Road between LasBrisas Boulevard & Bradford Way. Please follow all designated detours.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12th:
Burnt Mill Road & Gibbsboro Road – 9:00am to 4:00pm. CCG, on behalf of Comcast, will be performing stationary splicing. There will be a LANE SHIFT on Burnt Mill Road between Polar Avenue & White Horse Road, and a LANE SHIFT on Gibbsboro Road between Walnut Avenue & Burnt Mill Road. Please follow all designated detours.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13th:
White Horse Road – 7:00am to 5:00pm. Earle Asphalt, on behalf of Voorhees Township, will continue installing sidewalk; there will be a PARTIAL ROAD CLOSURE northbound between Burnt Mill Road & Haddonfield-Berlin Road. *For more information, please contact William Burke at 856-428-5914. Please follow all designated detours.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13th:
White Horse Road & Haddonfield-Berlin Road – 9:00am to 4:00pm. CCG, on behalf of Comcast, will be performing stationary splicing. There will be a LANE SHIFT on White Horse Road at the intersection of Haddonfield-Berlin Road and a LANE SHIFT on Haddonfield-Berlin Road between White Horse Road & Voorhees Drive. Please follow all designated detours.

FROM OUR MORGUE: Gloucester Catholic Baseball Wins 1st Game

Bruce Darrow | Cleary’s Notebook Sports

First published April 2016

BROOKLAWN N.J. April 1, 2016 (Cleary’s Notebook News)--Gloucester Catholic Head Coach Adam Tussey (photo labove) notched his 1st win as the new coach by beating Kingsway High School  7 – 1 in the Rams home opener. Tussey who took over for Mike Rucci who departed for Rowan University was left a team needing to fill seven spots. The 2015 team loaded with future college players took not only seven fielding positions but Tussey needed to replace four pitchers.

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