NEWS, SPORTS, COMMENTARY, POLITICS for Gloucester City and the Surrounding Areas of South Jersey and Philadelphia
UPDATE: THE GLOUCESTER CITY MUNICIPAL COURT CHANGED THE TRIAL DATE FROM DECEMBER 12 TO DECEMBER 19 AT 1030. UPDATED November 26, 2023 A SALUTE TO BILL "THE PEN" CLEARY BY JOHN Reynolds SEE ARTICLE BELOW William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews It has been ten years since John Reynolds first published his article " A Salute to Bill "The Pen" Cleary. I read it ever so often whenever I need a pick-me-up. It is nice to be appreciated. Tuesday, November 21, 2023, I appeared in Gloucester City Municipal Court to answer two trespassing charges for walking around the Cold Springs...
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(Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 17-year-old from Waterfront South. Syniah Jackson has been reported missing from her home on the 1900 block of Filmore Street. She is described as a black female, 5’8”, 140 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, gray Mastery t-shirt, black pants and brown Ugg boots. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042.
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Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Columnist There are two No Parking Handicap signs in front of the CVS Store located on South Broadway. According to CNBNews columnist Dorothy Philbin, a few months ago on Labor Day, a Gloucester City Police SUV was parked in a way that blocked the handicapped parking spots, as well as prevented an elderly man from exiting his car. This image of the site was obtained from Google Street View. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 11, 2023)--On Labor Day, I went to the CVS on South Broadway but couldn't park in either of the two handicapped parking spots....
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(Camden City NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing adult from Whitman Park. Maritza Cantres-Acevedo, 45, has been reported missing from her home on the 1500 block of Pershing Street. She is described as a Hispanic female, 5’1”, 120 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. She is believed to be wearing a cream-colored winter jacket and black sandals and carrying a multi-colored bag. She is known to frequent Whitman Park. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042.
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Gloucester Catholic High School is soliciting nominations for the 2024 Hall of Fame now through December 1. The inductees will be honored at the annual Hall of Fame event which will take place on April 23, 2024. Please submit nominations via the new Online Nomination Form. The link is below and can also be found on the school website (www.gchsrams.org). Click Here or on Logo above to Nominate a Candidate Online! We are seeking alumni who are interested in and willing to serve on the Hall of Fame Committee. Please consider volunteering. Contact Bill Dougherty at 609-617-9959 or [email protected] Gloucester...
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Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around gloucester city. Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Chip Photo from Petfinder Name: Chip Species: Labrador Retriever Terrier mixed Info: Dog, Male, Adult, Medium Location: Blackwood, NJ, 08012 Description: Meet Chip a laid-back Lab/Terrier Mix who is good with Kids Cats and Dogs.This 18-month-old has a beautiful...
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Jim Taylor’s illustration, “May They Always Fly,” won the 50th Annual Maryland Migratory Game Bird Stamp Design Contest. Image courtesy Maryland Department of Natural Resources. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is pleased to announce that Jim Taylor of Towson won the 50th Annual Migratory Game Bird Stamp Design Contest. Taylor is now one of two six-time winners. “Congratulations to Mr. Taylor and all participants who took part in this years contest,” Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Karina Stonesifer said. “Artists from all over the country entered our final contest and we want to express our great appreciation and gratitude...
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PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 10, 2023)(CNBNews)--The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing person Ltasha Bryant. She was reported missing on December 8, 2023. On 12-5-23 at 12:00 pm, Ltasha Bryant was reported missing by her mother, who expressed uncertainty about her daughter's whereabouts. Ltasha occasionally resides with her mother, 2XX East Willard Grove Ave. However, Ltasha was last seen at 10XX Knorr St on 11-24-23 at 3:00 pm. Ltasha is 33-year-old with brown eyes and black hair; she was last seen wearing a purple workout suit. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Ltasha Bryant is...
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Roulette, a game synonymous with chance and strategy, offers a fascinating mirror to the business world. This article delves into the intricate parallels between the roulette wheel and business dynamics, illustrating how the principles governing this classic game can provide profound insights for business professionals. From understanding risk and reward to mastering strategic decision-making, the game of roulette serves as an allegory for the business landscape, filled with uncertainties and opportunities. This exploration aims to unveil how the tactics employed in a game of roulette can be translated into powerful business strategies, fostering a deeper understanding of market dynamics and...
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MAHWAH, NJ – Ja’Zere Noel scored a career-high 37 points and Marcellus Ross had a personal best 30, but it wasn’t enough as Ramapo rallied late to pick up a 110-106 overtime win over Rowan in an NJAC men’s basketball matchup. Noel connected on 15-of-23 (65.2 percent) from the field and was 5-of-7 from three-point range. Ross tied the school record with nine three-pointers made, as he made 9-of-11 from the arc, while going 10-for-14 (71.4 percent) from the field. Josh Wright came off the bench to score 10 points and Jamir Spivey grabbed a team-high eight rebounds. Ramapo closed...
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Thomas M Morley, 89, born and raised in Philadelphia and residing in Haddon Township, NJ, passed away on December 6th, 2023. He was a graduate of Southeast Catholic High School and continued to meet with other members of the class of ’52 monthly. He worked as a printer for the Philadelphia Inquirer and a driver/courier for much of his career, and was more than happy to provide anyone way too detailed driving directions to anywhere in the tri-state area, complete with the locations of all Wawas along the way. He was also a Mummer for 7 decades, with most of...
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Vol. 9 No.44 (December 10, 2023) Editor's Note: Each Sunday morning we post a weekly comic strip provided by cartoonist Dave Wolfe. (click image to enlarge) See More from Dave Wolfe
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Photo by Ranger Elena Gilroy, Maryland Department of Natural Resources The second half of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer hunting season will reopen Dec. 16 and run through Dec. 30. The first half of the split season was held in October. Hunters may use muzzleloading firearms to harvest sika and white-tailed deer during this time. “The late muzzleloader season is a vital part of the successful management of Maryland’s deer population,” Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Karina Stonesifer said. “It is a great time of year to get out into the woods and to introduce someone new...
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Registration is now open for the 2024 season! Go to https://www.gclittleleague.com/ now!
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Maryland’s Deer Firearm Season Opens with 7% Increase in Harvest November 30, 2023 Cooler weather prevails in opening weekend of two-week hunt Sika deer in the marsh, photo by Earl Blansfield, submitted to Maryland DNR Photo Contest. Hunters reported harvesting 10,864 deer on the opening weekend of the 2023 Maryland firearm seasonfrom Nov. 25-26, according to data collected by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. The overall deer harvest was 7% higher than last year’s official opening weekend harvest of 10,159 deer. The harvest total included 5,617 antlered and 4,880 antlerless white-tailed deer, and 193 antlered and 174 antlerless sika...
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The top predator, once abundant and later endangered in the state, is now at a healthy level A black bear approaches a camera trap. Photo by Nathaniel Peck. Black bear populations have risen in Maryland in recent decades and are now at a level that state biologists consider healthy. To maintain a large enough black bear population that enables bears to sustainably reproduce while mitigating potential conflicts with humans, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has managed a limited bear hunt for the past 20 years. “Black bears are the top of the food chain here in Maryland. They’re the...
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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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