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In the early hours of Monday, May 12, 2025, at approximately 12:26 AM, the Gloucester Township Police Department responded to a serious motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Blackwood Clementon Road and Peters Lane. Upon arrival, officers discovered both vehicles with significant damage resulting from the collision. Each vehicle was occupied by a single driver, and both drivers sustained injuries due to the impact. Emergency medical assistance was promptly provided by first responders from the Gloucester Township Police Department, Pine Hill Police Department, Inspira Basic Life Support, Virtua Paramedics, and the Blenheim Fire Company (Station 83). Both injured drivers were transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation and treatment. A preliminary investigation by the Gloucester Township Police Department's Serious Crash Investigation Team (SCIT) revealed that one of the vehicles involved failed to maintain its lane, crossing into oncoming traffic and causing a head-on collision. Given... Read more →

Camden County is making historic investments in its infrastructure. The board of commissioners announced May 8 the kickoff of a $161 million program aimed at fixing county roads, bridges, stormwater drainage and more over the next two years. That investment includes more than $81 million in improvements set for this year (with several major projects underway) – and more than $80 million of projects that will break ground in 2026. Officials noted that Camden County is one of the oldest regions in the state – with many needs throughout its 228 miles. Al Dyer, Camden County commissioner and liaison to Department of Public Works, said this investment underscores a commitment to maintain and preserve the county’s more than 1,200 lane miles of road. “It will be a tremendous enhancement for drivers, pedestrians, and business owners throughout the region,” said Dyer. “Over the next two years, residents will see the reconstruction... Read more →

Sandra (Sandy) J. Albrecht age 72, passed into the arms of her Savior on May 7, 2025. Sandy was a long-time member of Audubon United Methodist Church and will be greatly missed there. She is survived by her older sister, Judy Armstrong of Fishers Indiana and her younger sister, Nancy Givler of Bellevue Nebraska, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents John & Norma Albrecht of Audubon NJ as well as sisters Carol O’Brien of Willingboro NJ, and Florence Sowders of Maple Shade NJ, and brother Bruce Albrecht of Houston TX. A Memorial service will be held for Sandy at Audubon United Methodist Church, 314 W Graisbury Ave, Audubon NJ 08106 at 4 PM on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Arrangements by the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Audubon and Collingswood, NJ. Read more →

DEMDACO Recalls Maril Brand Scented Candles Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards Igloo Expands Recall of 90 Qt. Rolling Coolers Due to Fingertip Amputation and Crushing Hazards; Total Recalled Now Nearly 1.2 Million Xylolin Peg Doll Toy Sets Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulations for Toys; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Babywants Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. Read more →

By John Stanford This month, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will begin meeting with patients who use the 15 drugs it selected for the second round of Medicare price "negotiations" -- including weight-loss treatment Wegovy. CMS will use these discussions to inform the lower prices it'll set for the medicines. What CMS won't address is the growing list of drugs that'll never be developed as a result of government price-setting. It's been less than three years since the Inflation Reduction Act authorized the price negotiation program. Already, several companies have cited the law as a reason for pulling the plug on research programs and treatments for cancer, psychiatric disorders, and other serious conditions. Nearly 50 research programs and 24 drugs have been discontinued since the law was enacted. Thankfully, President Trump just signed an executive order calling on Congress to roll back the Inflation Reduction Act's most damaging... Read more →

South Jersey Gas will be working on Berlin Cross Keys Road in Berlin Borough from Monday, May 12 to Thursday, May 15 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. There will be a partial road closure southbound between Olympic Drive and Oakland Avenue. Camden County will be working on Tom Wells Road in Chesilhurst from Monday, May 12 to Friday, May 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Evelyn B. Morine Boulevard and 3rd Avenue. PSE&G will be working on River Road in Pennsauken from Monday, May 12 to Friday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Browning Road and 36th Street. PSE&G will be working on Broadway in Camden on Monday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a partial road closure westbound between Viola and Jasper streets. “Motorists... Read more →

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 11, 2025)(CNBNews)---Former Gloucester City Mayor Robert S. Bevan BRIAN MORRELL Acting City Administrator and Police Chief (CNBNews file photo) (Independent) released a statement on Monday, May 11, 2025, calling for the end of Gloucester City's part-time City Administrator role and for the position to be filled with a full-time administrator. Bevan stated that the city administrator position was created in 1987 when the Independent Party held the majority. Due to the sudden departure of City Administrator Jack Lipsett, Police Chief Brian Morrell was appointed as the temporary city administrator by former City Mayor Daniel Spencer, five years ago, at the end of December 2020. Lipsett was named administrator in 2008. Bevan stated, "The position of City Administrator was adopted by the Mayor and Council in 1987. This was the key to making one person responsible and accountable for the quality of services provided by all city... Read more →

GREAT WORK! U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in the Baltimore Field Office, which consists of seaport inspection operations in Philadelphia, Wilmington, Del., Baltimore, and Norfolk, Va., recovered 250 stolen vehicle exports during fiscal year 2024, down about 27% from fiscal year 2023. The value of all recovered stolen vehicle exports was $9.6 million. (CBP Photos/Handouts) **** BALTIMORE – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in the Baltimore Field Office continue to combat transnational criminal organizations that profit on the international trade in stolen vehicles. CBP officers here intercepted 250 stolen vehicle exports during 2024, a 27% decrease from the 343 recoveries in 2023. Collectively, the recovered stolen vehicle exports were valued at $9.6 million. Nationally, CBP recovered 1,445 stolen vehicle exports, about a 9% increase over the 1,316 stolen vehicle exports that CBP officers recovered in 2023. Despite the recovery numbers increasing nationally, the regional and local recovery numbers... Read more →

Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Correspondent OPINION The "Help I've Fallen" commercials have been airing for years, if not decades. Way back when, they appeared humorous, maybe funny even. Then what seemed only a year or so later, fifty years had actually passed and the Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) have now aged. Many Boomers are in need of some help. There are many devices available if only people knew what they need and how to obtain it. Yes, Virginia, there is an Amazon but sometimes mature people would rather have a human to speak with for advice. Fortunately, Camden County government has issued lists of resources for those who need help and/or their care givers. First, here is information about several personal safety devices. The information is current as of January, 2025 but should be verified if the devices are ordered. "Personal Safety Devices provide in-home, mobile, and... Read more →

The conversation hosted by NJ PBS and WNYC radio, featured three candidates: Former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, -- a frontrunner in the most recent Rutgers-Eagleton poll -- state Sen. Jon Bramnick (R-Union), -- a rare moderate Republican -- and former radio host Bill Spadea -- a hardcore supporter of President Donald Trump. Read more →

Camden diocese gives up court fight in state clergy abuse probe by Dana DiFilippo, New Jersey Monitor May 7, 2025 The Catholic Diocese of Camden has abandoned its attempt to prevent state prosecutors from convening a grand jury to investigate clergy abuse, an unexpected move that comes just a week after the New Jersey Supreme Court heard heated arguments on the matter. Bishop Joseph A. Williams, in a Tuesday letter to parishioners, said he met last Thursday with the diocese’s trustees and other leaders, and they unanimously agreed to end their seven-year battle to prevent the state Office of the Attorney General from presenting the findings of its clergy abuse task force to a grand jury. State attorneys had hoped grand jurors would issue a presentment, in which they’d publicly condemn abusive priests and church leaders who covered up abuse and recommend reforms to prevent such harms from happening again.... Read more →

WESTMINSTER, MD-Zoey Hunter of Pennsauken, a senior Cinema major, premiered an original student-produced film at the McDaniel Cinema Showcase on May 8 at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Maryland. The annual McDaniel Cinema Showcase features narrative and documentary films written, directed, produced, and edited by senior Cinema majors at McDaniel as the culminating project for their senior capstone. Each screening also included a brief Q&A with the student filmmaker. Hunter's film was titled "Hopeless Valentine's" (Narrative, 22 min.). According to Hunter, "Destiny, who hates Valentine's Day, spends the day ruining it for everyone else" in "Hopeless Valentine's." For more information about McDaniel College, visit www.mcdaniel.edu. McDaniel College, founded in 1867, is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original "Colleges That Change Lives," McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in... Read more →

CAMDEN, NJ - #13 Rowan rallied in the late innings but it wasn't enough as the second-seeded Profs fell to third-seeded TCNJ, 6-4, and were eliminated from the NJAC Baseball Championship held at Rutgers-Camden. The Profs (31-10) will no3 await the selections for the NCAA Regionals that will be announced on Monday at noon on NCAA.com. Freshman Damon Suriani went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and Eric Sabato was 2-for-4 with an RBI, while Phil Sedalis picked up two hits for Rowan. Steven Maiers (5-2) went 6.0 innings and struck out six, but was saddled with the loss. Christian Rice, Mark Grubb and Brayden Davis threw the final three innings for Rowan, most of which were played in steady rain. Sabato started the scoring for Rowan as his second-inning single brought home Suriani, who had singled. TCNJ tied the game in its next at bat, and then in the fourth... Read more →

On May 5, at a press conference at Newark City Hall, Mayor Ras Baraka, Democrat, voiced serious concerns about The GEO Group, the operator of a local detention facility. He condemned the company for housing detainees despite an ongoing city lawsuit, noting that they lacked the proper permits for construction and occupancy and denied city inspectors access to the site. In a surprising turn on May 9, 2025, as he campaigns against five fellow Democrats for the governor's seat in the upcoming June primary, Baraka was arrested for trespassing while advocating for reform at the detention center. Newark mayor detained by federal agents during protest at ICE jail by Sophie Nieto-Munoz, New Jersey Monitor May 9, 2025 NEWARK, NJ (May 10, 2025)--Ras Baraka, the mayor of Newark and one of six Democrats running to be New Jersey’s next governor, was arrested and detained by federal immigration agents Friday during a... Read more →

Delaney Hall Currently Holds Murderers, Rapists, Suspected Terrorists, and Gang Members NEWARK, NJ (May 10, 2025)(CNBNews)-–On Friday, May 9, 2025, as a bus of detainees was entering the security gate of Delaney Hall Detention Center, a group of protestors, including two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, stormed the gate and broke into the detention facility. Representatives Robert Menendez, Jr. and Bonnie Watson Coleman and multiple protestors were holed up in a guard shack, the first security check point. “Members of Congress storming into a detention facility goes beyond a bizarre political stunt and puts the safety of our law enforcement agents and detainees at risk. Members of Congress are not above the law and cannot illegally break into detention facilities. Had these members requested a tour, we would have facilitated a tour of the facility. This is an evolving situation,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. The allegations made... Read more →

‘Down the Track @ SEPTA’ Four-panel Exhibit Highlights Trolley Modernization, Sustainability, and Other SEPTA initiatives WHAT: A 20’ x 9’ multi-themed informational display of current SEPTA initiatives, including designated stroller spaces on SEPTA buses; Trolley Modernization plans; Getting to Green program; and the value of public transportation WHERE: SEPTA’s Jefferson Station (concourse level; Section A, near Passenger Services) WHEN: Members of SEPTA's innovation and sustainability teams will be at Jefferson Station on Monday, May 12 from 11 a.m. to noon for media interviews. The exhibit will be on display now through the end of 2025. SEPTA has installed a new exhibit titled ‘Down the Track @ SEPTA’. This large-scale installation highlights the vital role of accessible public transportation for all, while also showcasing projects designed to enhance the customer experience, improve accessibility, and promote sustainability. (Tie-in: Global Accessibility Awareness Day, May 15) The display will be installed for six months,... Read more →

The Gloucester Township Police Dog Walker Watch and Bike Rodeo is back on Saturday, May 10th 10 AM to 12 PM at the Timber Creek Dog Park 1720 Chews Landing Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012! Bring your family out to our Dog Walker Watch and Bike Rodeo for a family-friendly event! Our Pet Owners can learn how to be a community partner with the Gloucester Township Police Department while children get to spend time with officers riding their bicycles through obstacle courses! We'll also have displays from Gloucester Township's PetSmart, Cross Country Connection, and will be joined by our friends at CRC - Crisis Response Canines ! What is Dog Walker Watch?? Dog Walker Watch encourages neighbors to assist local law enforcement as extra eyes and ears while walking in the neighborhood! Read more →

"The Ocean Doesn’t Recognize Tears As part of Project for Empty Space’s Artist-in-Residence Program, Andrea Chung explores Caribbean histories, family dynamics, and intricate nuances both micro and macro. **Exhibition Dates:** May 6, 2025, through August 17, 2025 **Opening Reception:** May 17, 2025 **Credit:** Andrea Chung **NEWARK, NEW JERSEY (February 2025)** — Project for Empty Space is excited to present "The Ocean Doesn’t Recognize Tears," a solo exhibition by 2022 Artist-in-Residence Andrea Chung. This exhibit will take place at the PES Ironside Newark location from May 6, 2025, through August 17, 2025, with an opening reception on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Born in Newark, Chung's exhibition delves into themes of heritage, familial love, and parenting in an autobiographical context. Renowned for her unique method of using actively dissolving sugar that she casts into intricate sculptures, Chung pays homage to the Caribbean’s most significant product export during slavery, particularly through the lens... Read more →

BALTIMORE — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 38-year-old criminal alien Joel Armando Mejia-Benitez, a Salvadoran national, May 5 in Silver Spring. Mejia is a validated MS-13 gang member and is wanted in his home country for firearms offenses. “The arrest of this violent MS-13 gang member is a critical step in our ongoing mission to safeguard our communities,” said ICE Baltimore acting Field Office Director Nikita Baker. “We remain steadfast in prioritizing public safety and protecting national security by targeting and removing dangerous criminal aliens who threaten the well-being of our Maryland residents.” The U.S. Border Patrol apprehended Mejia near Sullivan City, Texas, Nov. 22, 2004, and served him a notice to appear. A Department of Justice immigration judge ordered Mejia removed in absentia Dec. 14, 2005. ICE Baltimore arrested Mejia from Prince George’s County Detention Center Sept. 28, 2006. ICE removed Mejia from the United States to El... Read more →

"No one is above the law. And when elected officials act as if they are, they undermine the very foundation of our democracy." ~Congressman Van Drew Washington, DC (May 9, 2025)(CNBNews)--Today, Congressman Van Drew condemned the actions of three members of Congress and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, who, along with protesters, broke into an ICE detention center in Newark earlier today. "What we saw today is beyond unacceptable," said Congressman Van Drew. "These elected officials, who swore to uphold the laws of this country, chose to break into a federal detention center, alongside protesters. For months now, I have spoken out against Mayor Baraka's effort to block the opening of this detention center but today, we reached a breaking point. It was a direct attack on the rule of law. People in New Jersey are paying some of the highest taxes in the country, only to see that money used... Read more →

Sean Spiller Statement on Today’s ICE Actions “What we saw today at Delaney hall goes beyond politics. It is about right and wrong. And that was wrong. To see Mayor Baraka taken out in cuffs because he wants to see with his own eyes - as Mayor of Newark - the conditions in Delay Hall - that was wrong. As I have said many times over the past months, the Trump administration isn’t coming for someone else, they are coming for all of us. As an immigrant I can see myself in the people being detained and I would want to know people were looking out for me. They can try to pick us off one at a time, but we won’t let them. I’ll be at Delaney Hall tomorrow morning, and I call on all the other candidates in this race to join me in standing together for justice.” Read more →

CAMDEN, NJ - Rowan rallied in the late innings but it wasn't enough as the second-seeded Profs fell to third-seeded TCNJ, 6-4, and were eliminated from the NJAC Baseball Championship held at Rutgers-Camden. The Profs (31-10) will now await the selections for the NCAA Regionals that will be announced on Monday at noon on NCAA.com. Freshman Damon Suriani went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and Eric Sabato was 2-for-4 with an RBI, while Phil Sedalis picked up two hits for Rowan. Steven Maiers (5-2) went 6.0 innings and struck out six, but was saddled with the loss. Christian Rice, Mark Grubb and Brayden Davis threw the final three innings for Rowan, most of which were played in steady rain. Sabato started the scoring for Rowan as his second-inning single brought home Suriani, who had singled. TCNJ tied the game in its next at bat, and then in the fourth inning,... Read more →

NEW JERSEY — Just now, the mayor of New Jersey’s largest city, Newark, and Democratic candidate for governor, Ras Baraka, was handcuffed and detained at an ICE facility. In response, Co-Executive Director of the Center for Popular Democracy Action Analilia Mejia released the following statement: “I am outraged at what I just witnessed at the ICE facility in New Jersey. Newark Mayor Ras J. Barak peacefully entered the premises and complied without resistance when he was asked to step out by the agents. Moments later, he was violently and unjustifiably arrested by the very same agents. "This is not just an attack on him — it is a blatant assault on transparency and the right of our elected officials to protect their communities. "Mayor Baraka was asking questions, and instead of answers and transparency, he was met with aggression — handcuffed and arrested by agents who chose escalation over accountability.... Read more →

Passed away on May 7, 2025, at the age of 42. Of Gloucester City. Nicole was the loving mother of, Colin Stinsman (Ava) and Carter Stinsman; cherished daughter of Denise Gabriel. She will be sadly missed by her aunts, Victoria Gabriel, Gina Gabriel (Linda); best friend, Melissa Fischer. Nikki is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her fiancée, Brian McCormick. Funeral services will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 1 pm at the McCann-Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Where relatives and friends may visit from on from 12 noon to 1 pm Services will begin at 1 pm in the funeral home. Cremation was private at the request of the family and there will be no interment at this time. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Nicole P. Stinsman. Funeral Arrangements... Read more →

Camden County, NJ – Three men from across Camden County were recently arrested and charged for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material as detectives continue to pursue cyber tips from the National Center of Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, Cherry Hill Police Chief John Ostermueller, Somerdale Police Chief James Walsh, and Collingswood Police Chief Kevin Carey. Investigations conducted by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crimes Unit in collaboration with the Cherry Hill Police Department, Somerdale Police Department, Collingswood Police Department, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) – Cherry Hill lead to arrest of the following defendants between April 30, 2025, and May 6, 2025: Angelo Stevenson, 29, of Cherry Hill Trevor Mirek, 30, of Somerdale William Zane, 28, of Collingswood Stevenson was charged on April 30, 2025, with 2nd-degree Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material, 2nd-degree Possession of Child Sexual... Read more →