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by Hank F. Miller Jr. Winter lies heavy on Japan. Ski slopes, hot sake, common-pot stews, frosty smiles, rosy cheeks and-at least for those in the highlands or up north-buckets of snow. It's one cozy chapter of chipper romance that all Japanese feel for the four seasons. But-and you can ask my wife Keiko, on this - I am not Mr. Romantic. Especially I have but one desire in this season of chilly delights, and it is not to escape to the slopes or to build a snowman or to munch "mikan =Tangerines" under the"kotatsu = a low table where... Read more →

By Sara Martino NEWS Correspondent An ordinance allowing Brooklawn to make an increase in the 2008 budget was okayed on first reading during the recent Brooklawn Council meeting. The Local Government Cap Law provides that in the preparation of the local budget, a municipality may limit any increase in the budget to 2.5 percent un-less authorized by ordinance to increase it to 3.5 percent over the previous year's final appropriations. Mayor John Soubasis and members of Council, according to the ordinance, find it advisable and necessary to increase the 2008 budget over the previous year in the interest of promoting... Read more →

I just finished reading the letter in last week's Gloucester City News from Owen O'Neil of Westmont, in reference to Furrever Friends Rescue and volunteers. I wholeheartedly agree with Mr. O'Neil's take on what the town of Brooklawn is doing to these people. At least someone out there has a heart and cares for the abandon animals. Now, the town is telling them they are in violation of city ordinances for taking in and caring for stray animals. Who else is going to take the responsibility? Certainly not the owners who tossed these animals out. They are the people who... Read more →

source www.journal-news.com I was excited about the next evening's hunt because the wind was perfect for me to hunt one of the best fields for hogs. Nothing is a certainty, though. And as bad luck would have it, the wind started shifting while I was in the stand until it was blowing right out of the north. This was blowing my scent right into a big swamp and a huge game trail where the hogs come out. It still was good for the hogs that would come out of the game trail to my right or the east. I could... Read more →

WEEKLY HONOR ROLL MEN’S BASKETBALL: Jerome Hubbard (Neptune/Neptune) averaged 15.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists in two Stockton games last week. Hubbard scored a game-high 20 points and tied his season high with five assists against College of New Jersey WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: Kristin Sciarrillo (Edison/Edison) tied her career high with 16 rebounds and also scored eight points in Stockton’s game against College of New Jersey. Sciarrillo also scored nine points in a win over Rutgers-Camden. She registered two blocked shots in each game as well. LATEST RESULTS Men’s Basketball (16-6, 9-3 NJAC) Rutgers-Camden 87, Stockton 74 Stockton 83, College... Read more →

1st Annual Craft and Classic Car Show April 26th 8:00am to 3:00pm Kings Highway Mt. Ephraim, NJ $25 crafter space $35 crafter space if table needed $20 classic car entrance fee-prizes will be awarded Visit For more information: www.mtephraimcelebration.com Call Lil 931-3080; Karen 931-9579; Janet 931-1562; Bernice 933-3928 Read more →

By Tish Sarracino The month of February brings many reasons to celebrate. It is the month that recognizes the importance of love, Presidents, and, believe it or not, being halfway through the school year. A number of Gloucester City High School events relate to those three areas. On Friday, February 15, a Valentine's Day dance will be held for students in grades 9 through 12. This semi-formal event will take place in the old gym from 7 to 10 p.m. The cost of admission is $5. Again relating to the topic of love, Mr. Iannetti's English I classes are in... Read more →

source http://www.heraldonline.com By Jim Casada · The Herald My grandfather used to argue, with considerable validity, that the basic explanation for February being the shortest month of the year was because mean, miserable weather invariably characterized it. Most hunting has come and gone, he would say from the comfort of a rocking chair pulled up close to a wood-burning stove, "and decent fishing won't start for several weeks." Warming to his subject, he would continue, "February is just plain ornery and early March ain't much better." read more Read more →

On February 18, 2008. (nee Collins) Age 54. Of Gloucester City. Loving and devoted wife of 32 years to John T. Bongiovanni. Devoted mother of Deana (Digger) Anderson, Kristina (Robert) Rust, John T. Bongiovanni, Jr., Nicholas W. (Jennifer) Bongiovanni. Predeceased by her daughter Debbie Lynn Collins. Loving grandmother of Clarissa, Cassandra, Erin, Hailey, Alexander, Courtney, Teresa, Hojey and Brianna. Loving Sister of Danny (Ginny) Collins, Timothy (Alice) Collins, Robert (Linda) Collins, Susan (James) Collins, and Dawn (Mark) Collins and the late Billy Collins (surviving wife Kathy). Also survived by many nieces and nephews; Danny, Jr., Michael, Andrew, Amy, Kristen, Jackie,... Read more →

Outstanding awards were presented to players on the 90lb team at the recent Gloucester City Mustangs banquet held at the Gloucester Heights Fire Hall. photo by www.fabulousphotosbykaren.com Read more →

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KINSEY, MARTIN TOWNSEND Age 58, of Haddon Township, died unexpectedly February 1st, at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. A former college teacher with a wide range of intellectual interests, Kinsey struggled most of his adult life with residual effects of a benign brain tumor and its surgical and radiation treatment in 1978. Born in Princeton, NJ, on May 14, 1949, he was a son of Richard Saltonstall Kinsey, also of Haddon Township, and the late Janet Townsend Roberts (Kinsey). He is also survived by his brother David North Kinsey of Princeton, two nephews, and eight first cousins. Kinsey was raised... Read more →

By BILL DUHART Courier-Post Staff source www.courierpostonline.com BELLMAWR - A 40-year-old Newark man was killed Tuesday morning after his Jeep overturned on the New Jersey Turnpike just north of the entrance here, state police said. The victim's name had not been released pending notification of his family, police said. The accident was reported at 4:38 a.m. in the northbound lane. One other vehicle was involved in the wreck, but police said that vehicle, driven by a Maryland man, is not believed to have caused the fatality, trooper Kristin Welch said . read more Read more →

Cecelia E. Reynolds, 60, of Monroeville, N.J., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 15, 2008, at her home. Born in Woodbury, she was a lifelong resident of Gloucester County. For the past 19 years, she has worked as a permanent substitute teacher in the Clayton High School and Middle School. Cecelia was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Church in Clayton, where she was the eighth grade religious education teacher, served on various church committees, and was a song leader for many years. She was a former Den Mother with the Clayton Cub Scouts and... Read more →

Future looks bright as Dragons show progress Gloucester County Times - NJ.com - Woodbury,NJ,USA Combine that with an opening schedule that included Gloucester Catholic, Gloucester, Glassboro, Deptford and Williamstown and a 1-6 start was almost ... See all stories on this topic Cup stays uptown: Cougars top Mounties; both squads prep for ... Montclair Times - Montclair,NJ,USA Following the Montclair Cup, MKA skated to a 5-0 win over West Essex this past Friday and a 5-2 victory against Gloucester Catholic Saturday. ... See all stories on this topic Preview 2008: Breaking down special teams Scarlet Nation, NJ - Feb 17,... Read more →

Vincent Joseph Dailey, the son of former and now deceased Gloucester City Mayor Vincent M. Dailey, succumbed after a long illness on Monday, February 11, 2008. He was residing in Sun City AZ Born on February 16, 1942, Vincent was a long time employee of the Courier Post News Paper in Cherry Hill NJ until his retirement where he and his family moved to Sun City; AZ. Vincent had two children whom one of which is deceased in August of 1993. (Matthew Dailey). Vincent is survived by his wife Geraldine M. (Leap) Dailey, and one son and daughter-in-law Vincent and... Read more →

BOHRER, EARL W. SR. 'MONK' On February 17, 2008; of Audubon, NJ; age 81 years. Beloved husband of Louise M. (nee Brooks); Devoted father of Elaine and her husband Herb Betts, Earl Jr. 'Butch' and his wife Joan, and Jodi and her husband Richard Applegate; Dear brother of Mildred Virtue and Wilbur Bohrer; Loving grandfather of 8 and great grandfather of 7. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Bohrer was employed by Magnetic Metals in Camden for over 40 years. He was also a United States Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. Relatives and friends are invited to the Visitation... Read more →

When a major or minor celebrity dies it's on every major and not so major website on the internet, you'll hear about it for months... Did those celebrities really change your life? The other day on ClearysNoteBook the announcement read.........Breaking News...... It has been confirmed that Tom Gurchick, a retired Gloucester City High Teacher was fatally injured on Friday afternoon when he lost control of his car and hit a tree near the corner of Morris Street and Johnson Blvd. Funeral arrangements will be announced as soon as they become available. This man has never acted in a single movie.... Read more →

MCNAMEE, ROBERT P. On February 15, 2008, of Brooklawn, formerly of Bellmawr. Age 47. Beloved son of Bernard and Elaine (nee Guarini). Dear brother of Christine McNamee and Michelle McPoyle (Jack). Loving uncle of Bridgette Heisler, Shawn McPoyle and Matthew McPoyle. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Mr. McNamee worked for Pedroni Fuels and was a retired volunteer fireman with Bellmawr Park Volunteer Fire Co. Relatives and friends are invited to the viewing from 7 to 9 pm Wednesday eve and 8:15 to 9:15 am Thursday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Mass 10 am Thursday at... Read more →

MANGAN, DEBORAH (nee Watt) On Feb. 15, 2008 after a long battle with breast cancer, age 61, a lifelong Haddonfield resident and beloved wife of Thomas J. Also survived by her sister, Susan W. Gowen (Ernest L.) of Olympia Fields, IL, her sisters-in-law, Mary K. Cahill of Lake George, NY and Ann M. Engle (Stephen) of Binghamton, NY, 2 nieces, Maureen A. & Kathryn L. Cahill, 4 nephews, Thomas R. & Daniel S. Engle and Daniel W. (Susanne) & Timothy R. Gowen and 1 great-nephew, Matthew C. Gowen. She was predeceased by her parents George N. & Harriet (nee Widerman)... Read more →

KENNEDY, ANNE M. (nee McGee) of National Park on Feb. 13, 2008. Anne was a loving woman, devoted entirely to her family and brought happiness and strength to all. Anne lived in the Cramer Hill Section of Camden for many years before moving to National Park 35 years ago. As a young girl, Anne worked for Campbell Soup and personally supported WWII efforts at the NY Shipyard, Camden. Helping her father build their family home years ago was a testament to both her physical and emotional strength she possessed. Her family will miss her quick wit, tender loving care and... Read more →

FINNEGAN, ETHEL MAE nee Leeds, age 84, on February 15, of Hummingbird Rd., Audubon Park. Dearly beloved wife of the late John O. and loving mother of Jacqueline (James) Sickels, NC and Kathleen Finnegan and her fiancee Ramon Ramos of Valleybrook. She is also survived by four grandchildren Louis (Melissa) Gaetjens, Cindi (Joe) Pelletier, Stan Schoenewald, Trish Schoenewald and her fiancee Doug Somers and four great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate a Christian Burial Service Tuesday, February 19, at 11:00 at THE FUNERAL MANOR, 1585 Hider Lane, Gloucester Twp. The viewing will be after 9:00am at THE... Read more →

The Gloucester Catholic Alumni Appeal is currently underway. Proceeds from the appeal provide scholarships and financial assistance to GC students. In addition, a bus is leased to provide transportation for the students. Donations may be sent to: Gloucester Catholic Alumni Association, PO Box 596, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. or you can go here to donate online. Read more →

It has been confirmed that Tom Gurchick, a retired Gloucester City High Teacher was fatally injured on Friday afternoon when he lost control of his car and hit a tree near the corner of Morris Street and Johnson Blvd. Funeral arrangements will be announced as soon as they become available. Read more →

Pomona, NJ…The Ospreys of Richard Stockton College tallied an 83-72 win over The College of New Jersey in NJAC men's basketball action on Saturday. RSC is now 16-6 overall and 9-3 in the league, while TCNJ drops to 6-16 overall and 2-8 in the league. TCNJ had five different players finish in double-digit scoring including sophomore guard Aaron Syvertsen (Midland Park, NJ/Midland Park) who erupted for a career-best 13 points off the bench to best his previous high of only three points. Joining his in double digits was while senior forward Mark Aziz (Hackettstown, NJ/West Morris Central) who added 12... Read more →

New York, NY… The College of New Jersey indoor track and field teams performed well in its final tune-up prior to the conference championship as the Lions competed at the Rider-Lafayette Invitational. The meet, which featured mostly NCAA Division I institutions, was held at the 168th Street Armory in New York City. The Lions will compete at the New Jersey Athletic Conference Championships on Monday, February 25 at the John Bennett Indoor Track Complex in Toms River. TCNJ has dominated the indoor championships as the men’s and women’s teams have each swept all 10 titles since the championship began. Men’s... Read more →

p>William C. Stefanko Sr. of Woodbury on Feb. 14, 2008. Aged 71 years. Bill was the proud owner of Bill & Eileen¹s Market in National Park. Even after retiring, he still was involved with the bookkeeping for his family business. He enjoyed boating in Maryland, dining out, and the company of his friends and family. He will be remembered as an upbeat, caring man who loved his family. He will be sadly and deeply missed. Beloved husband of the late Eileen (nee Clapper). Devoted father of William C. Stefanko Jr. and his wife, Brenda, and Eileen Aiken and her husband,... Read more →

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source Gloucester Catholic Cross Country Courtesy of Runners Gazette Magazine Jack Heath, January, 2007 “We’re following in your footsteps. Cause that’s where your footsteps go.” Ian Hunter- “Following in your footsteps” However, one thing I had learned from my coach, Browning Ross is you have to be there for the long haul— a coach must stay through the (mostly) lean and sometimes boom years. But keep coaching no matter what, because you never know. I was in my last year of college at Rowan (then Glassboro State) finishing up my last season of cross country as captain of the team... Read more →

I recently learned that the Borough of Brooklawn is prosecuting a Furrever Friends Rescue and Volunteers (FFRV) organization volunteer for violation of its domestic animal ordinance, specifically for having too many cats in her home. The ordinance limits three animals per residence. FFRV takes in stray, abused and abandoned domestic cats. They are immediately taken to a veterinarian for a complete checkup, and are spayed or neutered. The cats are not permitted outdoors and that stipulation is part of the fostering and adoption agreements. The organization does not have a shelter facility and the animals are fostered in volunteers' homes... Read more →

Howard J. Graber Sr. and Lillian C. (Bocco) Graber of Washington Township are celebrating 50 of marriage. The couple was married Jan. 18, 1958 at Holy Name Roman Catholic church in Camden. Rev. Father Doyle performed the ceremony The couple have been residents of Washington Township for 43 years. Howard, a veteran of the United States Air Force, was a foreman who served over 35 years in the National Boiler Maker's Union retiring in 1995. Lillian is a proud mother and homemaker and is an active member of many women's organizations. They have enjoyed a full life with a large... Read more →

source www.philly.com Host Gloucester Catholic edged Royal Division champ Williamstown, 39-38, as Mike Calzonetti (15) hit a critical foul shot with 10 seconds left. Buoyed by a 20-9 first quarter and Dontae Johnson's 23 points, Overbrook toppled host Pennsville, 68-57. The Eagles' Ryan Karr posted 26 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Colonial. Junior A. J. Greenwald reached the 1,000-point milestone for his career at West Deptford, finishing a 53-41 win at Haddon Township with 19 points in the game and 1,013 for his career. The Eagles' Charlie McShane (27) poured in seven three-pointers. Paulsboro got a fast start with... Read more →

By Lois Staas NEWS Correspondent Bellmawr Mayor Frank R. Filipek went on record at the January town council meeting, saying, "I am tired of being called names on the phone about garbage stickers on recycling cans. "There is a separate recycling day and you do not have to separate the glass, cans, and paper. Putting your recyclables in the trash costs a lot of money- - 65 dollars a ton," he said. "With recycling we get money back. The new system will be on the new calendar and in the bulletin. "Recycling is the right thing to do. Businesses do... Read more →

source www.growingupwithpets.com It's always a nice feeling to have your dog greet you at the door, but some dogs can be a bit excessive about it. Greeting you this way upon your return home is one common separation anxiety symptom. Simply put, separation anxiety is the fear of being left alone. If your dog has it, he is not alone. Animal behaviorists estimate that 10 to 15 percent of dogs exhibit symptoms of separation anxiety, which include: Digging, chewing or scratching at doors or windows in an attempt to escape or reunite with you. Howling, barking and crying in an... Read more →

source http://wpln.org Monday, February 11th, 2008 Another state constitutional amendment, this one claiming a right to hunt and fish, is on its way to the floor of the state Senate. The Senate Judiciary Committee approved the bill last week. Sponsor Doug Jackson says nationally such organizations as People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) are gearing up, financially and politically, to oppose the traditional activities of hunting. Jackson argues that hunting is not just a hobby – it’s part of a heritage that builds character and responsibility… read more Read more →

source www.nj.com TCNJ officials are marveling and gushing this Valentine's Day because a secret admirer of the college has anonymously given a $1 million gift for its endowment. Unlike the vast majority of sizable anonymous gifts that TCNJ and other colleges receive from donors whose names are known to school brass but not divulged publicly at the donors' request, this gift to TCNJ is courtesy of a benefactor whose identity is a mystery even to TCNJ President R. Barbara Gitenstein. The only strings attached to the money are that $750,000 of it be dedicated to the TCNJ endowment to fund... Read more →

BY SARA MARTINO Two Saints named Valentine, maybe even a third Valentine? We do know now that everyone wants to honor St. Valentine on his special day. One of the saints of the second century was Valentine of Roma. The other is Valentine of Terni and third saint was martyred in Africa. History is not clear on the reason that Saint Valentine (I, II or the III), is the patron of love but the modern world celebrates his day, February 14, with tributes to the loves of their lives. "Valentine's Day is the busiest time of the year for a... Read more →

source www.nj.com February 11, 2008 The 17,000-student Ocean County school district has solar panels on seven of its school buildings. Ritacco said voters approved the $20 million referendum in 2005 by a 2-to-1 margin. Converting sunlight into energy, solar panels have shaved about 10 percent off Toms River's utility costs. The district can sell excess energy that it doesn't need, using solar renewable energy credits. Superintendent Ritacco said the Toms River system generates $1 million in revenue a year. At least a half-dozen school districts if not many more have successfully installed solar panels, according to the New Jersey School... Read more →

KLIMOWICZ ADDS 19 EN ROUTE TO 17th DOUBLE-DOUBLE Media release Ewing, NJ…The College of New Jersey women’s basketball team hosted No. 6 ranked Cougars of Kean University on Wednesday night in Packer Hall on South Division on the line. The Lions would snap Kean’s 16-game win streak as they pulled off the79-71 win to improve to 17-5 overall and 8-2 in the NJAC, while Kean falls to 21-2 and 9-2 in the NJAC. TCNJ has now won four in a row and ties the head to head series as Kean won the first meeting on January 16, 60-44. TCNJ’s junior... Read more →

Enjoying the warm sunshine in the Florida Keys this past weekend are three Gloucester City guys , from left, Bob Bevan, Michael Barron and Tom Tedesco. Picture the palm trees blowing in the wind in the background .... you can almost hear the three-some singing the lyrics from the Alan Jackson, Jimmy Buffet song. It's 5 o'clock somewhere!........... I ain't had a day off now in over a year My Jamaican vacation is gonna start right here If the phones for me You can tell 'em I've just sailed away Pour me somethin' tall and strong Make it a hurricane... Read more →

Hi Bill, For the first time in many years, Congress is starting to pay attention to unfair credit card fees and practices. It's because they're getting worse. Some of the biggest banks in the country, like Citibank and Chase and Capital One and MBNA (now part of Bank of America), have been accused of unfair practices in congressional hearings. Some banks have used so-called "universal default" to raise the interest rates of good customers to 36% APR or more; others have been caught changing your bill's due date or using the fine print to hook college students into cards with... Read more →

packages must be received by no later than 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The City has most recently issued a Request for Qualifications for developers and builders that are interested in enhancing the housing/business stock along the City’s waterfront area, which is part of a Citywide revitalization effort that began in 2007 calling for the King Street corridor to become a festival retail and entertainment destination by locating stores, restaurants, and housing near the existing waterfront park and marina. As part of a much larger plan, the conversion of the King Street corridor into a regional destination is... Read more →

Rams Cross Country Boosters in conjunction with the Camden County Freeholders present the 4th Annual Browning Ross Bob Kupcha 5K RUN, 1 MILE WALK, and KIDS FUN RUN Race Date: Saturday March 22, 2008 Rain or shine. Race Site: Haddon Lake Park, Mt. Ephraim, NJ REGISTRATION FORM Read more →

Anne Duignan, 69, of Thorofare, N.J. died Feb. 10 at home. Born in Glasgow, Scotland she came to the U.S. in 1960. She resided in Gloucester City before moving to Thorofare in 1992. She worked for Bell Telephone, then at the Deptford Mall before retiring after 16 years from Underwood Memorial Hospital in 1997. Anne is survived by her children Debbie (Bill) Wentz, Colleen (Pat) Strong both of Pittsgrove, Sean (Nicole) Duignan of Logan Township; 11 grandchildren Joshua, Matthew, Adam, and Samantha Wentz, Patrick, Christopher, Robert, Shane, and Daniel Strong, and Alexis and Morgan Duignan; one soon-to-be great-grandchild; Lewis Gandy;... Read more →

James “Groove” J. Ball Sr., 57 of Woodbury Heights, N.J. passed away on February 10, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. A generous and friendly man, Groove was type of guy who would encourage everyone to achieve their goals. Born in Philadelphia, Groove was raised in West Deptford and for the last 20 years called Woodbury Heights home. He proudly served as a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War with the 101st Airborne Division and traveled the world as a Merchant Marine. Many will remember Groove as an outgoing bartender at Cap¹n Cat¹s Clam Bar in Verga prior to... Read more →

SIMON, CLARA, (NEE SARACCO), ON FEBRUARY 10, 2008, Beloved wife of the late Charles. Loving and devoted mother of: Michael Simon (Katherine) of Mt. Ephraim, NJ, Robert Simon (Rebecca) of Mt. Ephraim, NJ, and Richard Simon (Lorraine) of Cape May Court House, NJ. Also survived by: One sister Marie Hoyt of Banning, CA, and two grandchildren, Paul Simon and David Simon, both of Hilltop, NJ. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass on Thursday at 10:00 AM at St. Jude's R. C. Church, 402 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012. Interment will follow at New St.... Read more →

Media Release WEEKLY HONOR ROLL MEN’S BASKETBALL: Mario Lancioni (Runnemede/Triton) was named the NJAC Player of the Week after scoring 27.0 points per game last week. Lancioni shot 56.7 percent from the field (17-30) and 64.7 percent from three-point range (11-17) as well as a perfect 9-9 at the line in Stockton’s two games. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: Lisa Neira (Cresskill/Cresskill) averaged 21.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in Stockton games against Rowan and William Paterson. Neira scored her 1,000th career point in the game against William Paterson. MEN’S TRACK & FIELD: Tony DeFeo (Mays Landing/Oakcrest) was named the NJAC Field Athlete of... Read more →

source www.fabulousphotosbykaren.com The Gloucester City Mustangs Football organization recently held their banquet….. above graduates of the 125lb division take a moment to pose for a photo. Read more →

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