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Gloucester City Council Reorganization Meeting Thursday Jan. 4; New Era of Government Will Begin By Bill Cleary Gloucester City Council reorganization meeting will be held on Thursday, January 4 at 7:30 p.m. followed by the regular meeting at 8 p.m. in council chambers, 313 Monmouth Street. At 7:15 p.m. a brief... Read more →
BUSH Samuel J. Jr. On December 28, 2006. Age 95. Of Pennsauken. Formerly of Ocean City and South Camden. Loving and caring husband of 73 years to Julia V. (nee Legnaoli). Devoted father of Maryann Profero and the late Lou of Vineland, Ronald Bush and his wife Jean of Ocean City,... Read more →
Rider coach fueled by Notre Dame visit TOM NOIE Tribune Staff Writer SOUTH BEND -- A phone call placed five years ago this week and subsequent visit to a university worshipped by the young coach and his Irish-Catholic family offered a whirlwind of work worth remembering. Tommy Dempsey often dreamed of... Read more →
The Biggest Loser Competition!! You've seen the NBC hit show! Now it's your turn to make a lifestyle change. The competition starts on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Win prizes, make new friends and become healthy!!! If you are interested and would like registration information, please call Teri at... Read more →
MCCARTHY, THOMAS JAMES On December 24, 2006. Age 39 years, of Bellmawr, NJ. Formerly of Cherry Hill, NJ. Beloved husband of Susan J. (nee Tuttle) McCarthy. Dear father of Brian Stout, Erin McCarthy and the lateChristine McCarthy. Caring step grandfather of Ryleigh L. Russell. And brother of Timothy McCarthy, Margaret Hauser... Read more →
PIPPETT, MYRTLE On December 26, 2006, surrounded by her loving family (nee Murray) of Gloucester City, NJ. Age 84 yrs. Beloved wife, Queen Mom, grand mother and great grandmother she was originally form Northern Ireland but immigrated here with her beloved husband the late Samuel E. Pippett an American Soldier. She... Read more →
AUDUBON FATHER'S ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS The Audubon Father’s Association is welcoming new members. The association is one of the oldest social organizations in the Borough and supports youth and community activities throughout the Borough. They also support a scholarship which is awarded to Audubon students. Meetings are held the first... Read more →
SCANLON Baby Patrick M. Jr. Suddenly, On Christmas Day, December 25, 2006. This angel went home to heaven. Age 8 weeks. Of Gloucester City. Loving and devoted son of Patrick M. Scanlon, Sr. and Stephanie Egberts of Gloucester City. Loving brother of Michael E. Tuthill, Jr.. Beloved maternal grandson of Herbert... Read more →
Every once in a while I add new photos to the Memories Albums, such as this one above, taken in 2003 at a dinner party at the home of Gary and Phylis Marcucci. This evening was Mexican Festival Night, the food was out of this world. Occasionally the Marcucci's will have... Read more →
Essential Information for Travelers Flying Out of Philadelphia International Philadelphia International Airport is on track to eclipse its record 31.5 million passengers in 2006. Travelers should become familiar with these pre-flight, check-in, security and parking procedures from the City's Director of Aviation to save themselves both time and aggravation. Before Arriving... Read more →
(photos and article by Bill Cleary) The Gloucester City Lions Club Gazebo was demolished today, Tuesday, December 26 by workers from the City Highway Department. According to Dayl Baile, Lions Club President, the action was taken because vandals had continually destroyed the gazebo over the past several years. The structure was... Read more →
SCHULTZ, THOMAS M. Suddenly on December 23, 2006, of Gloucester City, NJ age 48 years. He is the beloved son of William and Rita (nee Hunt) Schultz. Thomas is the loving companion for 20 years of Barbara Sturts. Dear brother of William Schultz III (Janet), Donna Schultz, Kimberly Mecchello (Frank) and... Read more →
BURKE, RAYMOND F. On December 23, 2006 of Bellmawr. Age 56. Beloved husband of Maryann (nee Gibel), Loving father of Kelly, David and Gregory. Brother of Gerald P. Burke and his wife Nonie. Uncle of Kevin, Kyle and Colin. Son of the late May (nee Schmidt) and Patrick. Also included in... Read more →
Photos of GHS games for the week of December 15 (boys and girls) are posted in the album to your left Photos by Bruce Darrow Read more →
WHEN EAST MEETS WEST commentary by Hank Miller, a former resident of Gloucester City who lives in Japan Gifts For The 'Gaijin' Who Has Everything An Then Some. Christmas will be upon us in here in Japan in a day, so it's time to find that perfect gift at the cheepest... Read more →
Gloucester City Breakfast Club met today Saturday, (photo album is posted in the left col) from left, Butch, Ron, Lannie, Harry Blymer, Chip Miller, Chalie Pitzo, Reds, Harry Walker, Frank DeFelice, Jack and Mike Bowe, John Rowand, Ron Villanova, Geo Cleary, Joe DiGiacomo, Jack Persichetti, Bill Gross, Joe Boulden, Jim Blymer,... Read more →
Daddy's Poem (author unknown) Her hair was up in a pony tail, her favorite dress tied with a bow. Today was Daddy's Day at school, and she couldn't wait to go. But her mommy tried to tell her, that she probably should stay home. Why the kids might not understand, if... Read more →
.....Demolition of the GAF and Vanquard Buildings Is Finished photo and comment by Bill Cleary (December 19)The clearing of the site for Meadowbrook II is nearing completion. If the weather continues to be favorable it is possible that construction could begin in the spring. Speaking of new construction. The Scarborough project... Read more →
Peter J. Fanelle On December 20, 2006. Of Haddonfield. Formerly of Haddon Heights. Age 84. Surrounded and cared for by his wife of 64 years, Lydia P. (nee Palusci). Devoted father of Thomas J. Fanelle and his wife Doris of Haddon Heights, Lisa F. Sarubbi and her husband Vincent of Haddon... Read more →
CLOUSER, HARRY W. (services 12/22) Age 69, of Barnsboro, died on Tuesday December 19, 2006 at home. Born in Camden, he was a resident of Barnsboro for 25 years. A former resident of Gloucester City he graduated Gloucester City High School Class of 1955, he then served in the Marines. Harry... Read more →
Oil Waste Being Stored At Proprietors Park Marina! Photos and caption by Bill Cleary Gloucester City-Since December 12 the U.S. Coast Guard has been storing several 50 gallon drums that contain oily contaminated debris at the Proprietors Park Marina, King Street and the Delaware River. What is contained in the large... Read more →
FRANKLIN Thomas F. Jr. On December 20, 2006. Age 68. Of North Cape May, Formerly of Gloucester City. Loving Brother of Claire Thomasson and husband Harold of Cape May. Beloved uncle of Harold (Patrice) Thomasson, Thomas Thomasson, William Thomasson, Rosemarie (Raymond) Willetts and Mary Colleen Thomasson. Thomas proudly served our country... Read more →
Skip Grandizio, Army Veteran, Iron Worker, Past City Resident; Services This Friday in Clayton By William E. Cleary John A “Skip” Grandizio, of Franklinville died suddenly on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 in Kennedy Hospital, Washington Township at the age of 65. Nine weeks ago Skip, a diabetic, got an infection in... Read more →
WE WELCOME THREE NEW BUSINESS TO GLOUCESTER CITY Esti Fine Jewelers, 501 South Broadway, Custom Designs, Jewelry and Watch Repairs, 856-456-4113. Hours of operation: Tuesday and Wednesday 10-7; Thursday and Friday 10-4; Sunday 12-4. Closed Monday and Saturday. A Little Trim Unisex Salon, 467 South Broadway, owner Mabel "Mae" Sherrer, (formerly... Read more →
RESIDENT WANTS TO KNOW LEVELS OF THORIUM, RADON, IN THE CITY In response to Bill’s Opinion, “Yes Bill, we the people of Gloucester City do need to be informed.” We need to know how high the levels of thorium and radon are in the town. Gloucester City seems to be surrounded... Read more →
Gateway Model Railroad Club Open House January 6th & 7th from 10pm to 4pm. January 27th & 28th from 10pm to 4pm. To contact the club: 100 Browning Rd Brooklawn, NJ 08030 Phone: 215-514-6591 Fax: 856-742-0469 E-mail: GMRRC@hotmail.com Read more →
Mt. Ephraim Board of Commissioners Meeting December 7 By Linda Boker-Angelo NEWS Correspondent Mount Ephraim Mayor Michael told the Board of Commissioners last week that the U.S. Post Office Re-gional Manager has said she will be recommending that a retail postal center be built in the Borough. The mayor said he... Read more →
Gloucester City Council Meeting December 7, 2006 BY MEGAN PAOLINI At the Gloucester City Council Meeting held Thursday, December 7th an ordinance was passed on second reading amending the code of Gloucester City entitled 15-minute parking. This ordinance will give two local businesses a designated 15-minute parking spot so shoppers can... Read more →
15 arrested in prostitution sting; baby was in vehicle Courier-Post staff CAMDEN Police arrested 15 people in an undercover sting and charged them with either solicitation or loitering. Capt. Joseph Richardson, spokesman for the Camden Police Department, called the operation a prostitution sting, and undercover officers posed as prostitutes and solicitors... Read more →
ABANDONED VEHICLE NOTIFICATION (The following paragraph is from the Mt. Ephraim Police Department's web site.) "Abandoned vehicles are an eye sore and can pose a danger to the community. The Mount Ephraim Police Department is committed to keeping our streets and properties clear of them. If you happen to come across... Read more →
The winners of the Gloucester City Christmas Holiday events are: House Decorating Contest 1st Place Winner - 705 Hunter Street 2nd Place Winner - 837 Center Street 3rd Place Winner - 238 Greenwood Avenue Tree Decorating Contest 1st Place Winner - Brownie Troop #942 2nd Place Winner - The VanLeer Family... Read more →
WHEN EAST MEETS WEST Commentary by Hank Miller Jr. Hank was born and raised in Gloucester City, NJ. He now lives with his family in Japan Merii Kurisumas ando guddo naito! Dear Santa, when you visit this country of Japan this year, please do be careful not to make any faux... Read more →
GERACI, MARY E. On December 14, 2006, age 83 (nee Badame) of Audubon formerly of Haddon Twp. NJ. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas and dear aunt of Ronald D'Annunzio of Springfield PA., Robert D'Annunzio of FL., Nicholas Badame of Penna., Nicholas Badame of NY., Geraldine Jacobson of FL. and Lucille... Read more →
GHS Erin Mac Adams had 16 points which included three-3 pointers and dished out nine assists as the Lions beat Clayton by a score of 66-33 . Erin scored the first basket in the new GHS Field House. Kelly Cerrone and Tiffany Lewis each scored 11 points and Brittany Boulden scored... Read more →
Hi there Gloucester City. Our Christmas lights in your sister city, across the pond look great this year. I just wanted to say Merry Christmas. Please send me picture of your Christmas lights and I will put up a picture of your lights on our website. Picture are the Christmas lights... Read more →
GLOUCESTER CITY SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION By William E. Cleary Dr. Mary Stansky, Gloucester City School Superintendent, has given notice to the City Board of Education she will be resigning within the next year as head of the 2000 student school district. During her nine years as superintendent she over saw... Read more →
HAUCKES, CELESTINE T. Sadly on December 13, 2006. (nee Herget), age 82, a resident of Gloucester City since 1972. Born and raised in Philadelphia. Beloved wife of Arthur P. Hauckes. Loving mother of Robert (Teresa) of San Jose, CA, Joseph (Karen) of Cliffton Heights, PA, Kathleen of Gloucester City and Daniel... Read more →
BUTTERFIELD, HERBERT L. On December 7, 2006, age 84, of Brooklawn, NJ. He was the husband of the late Verna (nee Fuerniesen) and father of Verna Kelly of Brooklawn and the late Thomas Cooper of San Francisco, CA. He is also survived by a sister-in-law Marie Butterfield of Atco; 6 grandchildren,... Read more →
Kenneth Gewertz, 72, 'Mr. Deptford' By Sam Wood Inquirer Staff Writer Kenneth Gewertz, 72, a bigger-than-life Gloucester County politician known as "Mr. Deptford," died in his sleep Tuesday night December 12, at his winter home in Orlando, Fla., from a heart attack. "It was probably the only thing in his long... Read more →
Improvements Look Nice Thumbs up to Jacks Bar and Grill, Broadway and Market Streets, Gloucester City for the improvements they have made to their building. Installing new windows have done wonders for the property. Read more →
Lautenberg helps New Jerseyans watch Rutgers football (Inside Edge) Both of New Jersey's United States Senators are claiming credit for what is likely to be a popular decision among New Jerseyans: the National Football League is allowing cable television stations to broadcast the December 28th Texas Bowl between Rutgers University's Scarlet... Read more →
Fire Damages Restaurant And Apartments December 13, 2006 FireFightingNEWS.com(New Jersey) - Shortly after 12:30 AM, on Dec. 13th, 2006, the Gloucester City Fire Department, along with units from Westville and Mt. Ephraim were dispatched to Broadway and Essex St. in Gloucester City for a reported building fire. First in units found... Read more →
Gloucester City High School Student Arrested For Possession of A Pellet Gun and Illicit Drugs Linda Lathrop, public information officer for the Gloucester City Public School District has confirmed the rumor that a student was arrested yesterday at Gloucester City High School for possession of a pellet gun. Lathrop said it... Read more →
THANK YOU I would like to Thank the Firefighters, Police, City workers, Building Inspectors and all the neighbors, friends and strangers that came to help us out in a very bad situation! I tried to do my best putting out the fire and stop it from spreading before the Fire Depts.... Read more →
GLOUCESTER CITY.............ENGLAND To see more photos and stories about our sister city across the pond......Read more Read more →
Elizabeth K. “Bette” Pond; Gloucester City Community Volunteer On December 13, 2006. Age 86. (nee Thompson) Of Gloucester City. Loving wife of the late Harry G. Pond. Surrounded and cared for by her devoted children: Edwin L. (Lori) of Williamstown, Kristine Light (David) of Gloucester City, Victoria Sanderson (Charles) of Gloucester... Read more →
Bicyclist Struck by Car in Westville Wednesday, December 13, 2006 (Courier Post)A 16-year-old bicyclist was hospitalized Tuesday night after being struck by a vehicle in Westville, authorities said. The girl was struck about 9 p.m. near Highland and 3rd avenues. She was taken to Cooper University Hospital in Camden with an... Read more →
Pirates Den Destroyed By Fire (6abc.com)GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. - December 13, 2006 - A popular restaurant is in ruins this morning after an overnight inferno that sent 2 people to the hospital. The fire started at the Pirates Den Bar and Restaurant just after 12:30 a.m. The restaurant is on the... Read more →
State toughens Megan's Law; Gloucester City Council adopts rules for sex offenders living here Penalties for violating New Jersey's sex offender registration law would be toughened under legislation approved Monday December 11 by the Assembly. The Assembly voted 80-0 to approve the bill, which had previously been approved by the Senate.... Read more →