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Courier-Post. Camden, No. 5 in the Courier-Post Top 20, took a 51-34 lead into the fourth quarter before No. 10 Eastern, behind a 16-point explosion from Bobby Harris, cut the Camden lead to 60-59 with 1:30 left. Aaron Walton-Moss led Camden with 22 points and Takwail Bailey added 18. Harris finished with 27 for Eastern. Read more →

SAINT MARY SCHOOL 340 Cumberland Street Gloucester, NJ 08030 (856) 456-0913 www.smshope.org Accepting registration now for the 2009-2010 school year! · Pre School through 8th grade · FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE · Referral Program · Registration Fee $100.00 · Personal Tours For more information contact the Advancement Director, Dawn Burkhardt (856) 456-0913 ext. 5 Read more →

I could walk around the yard barefoot in safety. My house could be carpeted instead of tiled and laminated. All flat surfaces, clothing, furniture and cars would be free of hair. When the doorbell rings, it would sound like a kennel. When the doorbell rings, I could get to the door without wading through fuzzy bodies who beat me there. I could sit on the couch and my bed the way I wanted, without considering how much space several fur bodies would need to get comfortable. I would have money….and no guilt to go on real vacation. I would not be on a first name basis with six veterinarians, as I put their yet unborn grand kids through college. The most used words in my vocabulary would not be: out, sit, down, come, no, stay and leave him/her/ALONE. My house would not be a cordoned off into zones with baby... Read more →

The Garden State Deer Classic is an annual event showcasing hunter entries in New Jersey’s Outstanding White-tailed Deer Program, which was initiated by the Division of Fish and Wildlife in 1964. On Sunday, January 11, 2009, a large crowd was on hand for the awards program held at the 20th Annual Garden State Deer Classic for the top three 2007-2008 entries in each category. The 2009 Deer Classic was sponsored by the Division of Fish and Wildlife, the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs (NJSFSC), United Bowhunters of New Jersey (UBNJ) and the Garden State Outdoor Sportsmen's Show. Along with the winners present at the Classic, appearing in the photos on this page are, left to right: Brian Dolobacs, president of the UBNJ, Ed Cuneo, president of the NJSFSC, former DFW director Bob McDowell and retired DFW biologist Bob Lund. For the complete list and actual scores, see the... Read more →

17:10 Hours Bellmawr NJ Black Horse Pike in front of the Burke School, two car accident with one SUV overturned. A person trapped, Bellmawr firefighters removed the victim. Two people were injured and they were transported to an area hospital. Bellmawr Police are investigating. (click on photo to enlarge) Photos and caption by Steve Skipton, Freelance photographer ~Skipton Photography Related: Bellmawr Traffic Accident Read more →

Funeral Services were held for Gloria A. Shaw, (nee DeRosa), 78, of Bellmawr, who died January 4, 2009. Beloved wife of the late George L. Shaw. Beloved mother of Jolene L. Shaw. Loving mom-mom of Kortney Mitcham. Dear sister of the late Lucille Cook and Josephine Philipp. Also survived by many loving sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews. Interment was in Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, Arneytown Read more →

Funeral Services were held for William J. McLaughlin, 81, of Bellmawr, who died January 3, 2009. William was a member of the Irish Heritage Social Club, Drexel Alumni and Lafayette. Predeceased by Mary McLaughlin. Loving companion of Mary Brenner. Devoted father of Maureen Heil (Michael), and Edward. Loving grandfather of Deirdre and Jessica. Survived by Mary Brenner’s children Charles, Christian, and Patricia. Also survived by four legged friend Snowy. Read more →

Photos By Bill Bates January 20, 2009 VEHICLE OVERTURNED SHUTS DOWN TRAFFIC ON BLACK HORSE PIKE - Just after 5 o'clock, the Bellmawr Fire Department was dispatched to the Black Horse Pike in front of the Dunkin Donuts for a motor vehicle accident rescue assignment. Bellmawr's rescue arrived with a two car motor vehicle accident with one overturned with the driver trapped inside. Companies went in to service to perform extrication and the driver was removed from the overturned SUV by the 20 minute mark. The vehicle overturned and came to a rest about 50 yards. Both drivers were taken to area hospitals to be evaluated and the accident is being investigated by the Bellmawr Police Department. ( click on photos to enlarge) Related articles by Zemanta Mt. Ephraim Police Blotter Sept. 3 through Sept. 30 Gloucester City Police Blotter: 15-year-old Found Unconscious Due to Alcohol Consumption; Suspect Arrested for... Read more →

By J. Ellis - Southern Shadows Rottweilers I am your Puppy, and I will love you until the end of the Earth, but please know a few things about me. PHOTO: RILEY WOODS I am a Puppy, this means that my intelligence and capacity for learning are the same as an 8-month-old child. I am a Puppy; I will chew EVERYTHING I can get my teeth on. This is how I explore and learn about the world. Even HUMAN children put things in their mouths. It's up to you to guide me to what is mine to chew and what is not. I am a Puppy; I cannot hold my bladder for longer than 1 - 2 hours. I cannot "feel" that I need to poop until it is actually beginning to come out. I cannot vocalize nor tell you that I need to go, and I cannot have "bladder... Read more →

Written by Kellyann Turner- 7th Grade St. Mary Grammar School, Gloucester City NJ www.smshope.org When is Halloween? When carved pumpkins gleam And wicked witches scream When scary monsters creep And black spiders leap Then itʼs Halloween! Read more →

- USATODAY.com. They tried to negotiate peacefully, but Tuesday their secrets will be revealed, perhaps leading to rancor. Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard will lead a horde of arbitration-eligible players exchanging figures Tuesday with their teams. Howard, who won a $10 million arbitration Read more →

By John Schmidt NEWS Correspondent Gloucester City Council held its 140th annual reorganization meeting January 5, and announced appointments for various positions in the City. The following companies and individuals were appointed to yearly positions: Auditor, Bowman & Company; City Solicitor, John Kearney; City Engineer, Edward Vernick; Prosecutor, Paul Dougherty; Public Defender, Charles Wigginton; City Planner, The Waetzman Planning Group; Redevelopment Engineer, T&M Associates; and Bond Counsel, Parker McCay. Solicitor Kearney thanked Mayor and Council on behalf of all the professionals who were appointed. Also on the agenda were appointments to various Boards and Committees. Named to the Planning Board were Jess Torres (Mayor’s Designee), Nick Marchese (Council Representative), Adrianne Parent, Pat Cerrone, and alternate members Steve Martorano, Lynn Bucher, Adam Baker and Mark Williams. Named to Board of Health were Joseph Hartzel and James Johnson for three-year terms. Vanessa Cour-ant was appointed to fill the one-year unexpired term of... Read more →

Source: Gloucester City News January 12th, 2009 After years of public debate about the best way to expand the PATCO Hi-Speedline deeper into South Jersey, the state Office of Smart Growth has recommended the route between Camden City and Glassboro because it would ease highway congestion and serve a number of Camden and Gloucester County communities. In doing so, the state office rejected the high-speed alternatives along routes 42 and 55, Interstate 676 and the Atlantic City Expressway. The plan recommended would have stops in Gloucester City, Brooklawn, Bellmawr and Westville, and continue on to Glassboro. The ultimate decision will be made by the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), which operates the current PATCO line from Lindenwold to Philadelphia.Related articles by Zemanta State agency backs extension of PATCO along freight corridor TIPS AND SNIPPETS: $10 Million Renovation Plan for Pier, 73 Homes in Foreclosure in 08030, Top 10 Company located... Read more →

Media Release The Gloucester City Board of Education at its January Board meeting called on citizens to work together toward improving education as it recognized the contributions of colleagues throughout the state during School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey. “The Gloucester City Board of Education embraces the goal of high-quality education for all New Jersey public schools students,” read a resolution adopted by the board. “New Jersey can take pride in its schools, which rank among the nation’s best in indicators such as high school graduation rates, class size, college entrance exam participation, and Advanced Placement offerings and test scores.” Since the first School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey in 2002, the State Board of Education, the state-level public body that regulates public education, and New Jersey’s governors have approved resolutions and proclamations to honor the work done by local school board members. More than 4,800 men and... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia By Chris Concannon NEWS Correspondent With Cub Scout Pack 185, posting colors, and Francesca Macrina, 13, singing the National Anthem, Councilman John Bollinger was sworn in for his seventh term at Bellmawr’s Reorganization Meeting January 2. Congressman Rob Andrews (D-NJ) administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Bollinger, as his family surrounded him, with his wife, Susan, holding the Bible. Outgoing Council President Jim D’Angelo was scheduled to be sworn in, but was under the weather, and unable to attend. Councilman Steve Sauter was to be installed as the new Council President, but was out of town. Both gentlemen will be sworn in later. In comments following the swearing in, Congressman Andrews wished everyone a Happy New Year, and thanked the public for letting him serve in Washington. He also commented that Bellmawr has been a special town for generations, and further noted that, in light of... Read more →

On January 17, 2009. (nee Smith) Age 72. Of Voorhees. Loving wife of 24 years to the late Armand Scocca. Devoted daughter of the late S. Blaine Smith and Mary (nee Shugzdas). Cherised mother of Stephen Scocca, Marie (Tom) Draghi, Michael (Marian) Scocca and Anne (James) Luscombe. Beloved Sister of Edward M. Smith and his wife Maria. Loving grandmother of Donald, Joseph, Thomas, Matthew, Maria, Andrew, Isabella and Vincent. Dear Aunt of Kimberly (Arnold), Christine (Marc) and 2 grandnieces and 3 grandnephews. Florence was born in Philadelphia, PA and was raised in Philadelphia. She was a girl scout for many years and an accomplished ice skater. Florence was a graduate of Bartram High School in 1954 and was a member of Junior Achievement. She worked for Bell-Telephone Company and married Armand in 1958. She started a family in East Brunswick, NJ and relocated to Voorhees after her husband’s passing, where... Read more →

Press Release MT. EPHRAIM PUBLIC SCHOOLS JANUARY REMINDERS: HAPPY NEW YEAR! 20th - PTO Meeting 7 PM Mary Bray Media Center 23rd – Second Marking Period Ends 30th - Report Cards Issued Kindergarten/PreSchool registration will be held on February 25th & 26th. If you have a child eligible for either program for the 2009-2010 school year, please call the Mary Bray School Office after January 16th. School closing number 591 - listen to KYW or view channels 3, 6 & 10 for updates Read more →

GOODFELLOW, Kathryn M. On January 16, 2009. Age 90. (nee Hess) Of Sewell. Formerly of Gloucester City. Loving wife of 38 years to the late William A. Goodfellow. Loving and devoted mother of William M. (Patricia) Goodfellow of Sewell and Patty (Matthew) Johnson of Sewell. Loving grandmom of Ryan (Maryellen), Stephen (Kristin) and Lyn n Goodfellow and loving MomMom of Matthew and Emma Johnson. Great-grandmother of Jack Goodfellow. Dear sister of Elizabeth "Betty" Carr. Kathryn was born in Philadelphia and was a 1936 graduate of Gloucester City High School. She worked many years at Duffy's Candies. She was a faithful and devoted parishioner of St. Mary's R.C Church in Gloucester City. Kathryn loved her cat and all animals and enjoyed her time spent gardening. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 am at St. Mary's R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth St.... Read more →

Written by Annie Pegues- 7th Grade St. Mary Grammar School, Gloucester City NJ When Is Halloween? When spooky webs glisten When ghouly faces glow And tasty candies melt When creepy stories talk And little monsters laugh When chocolates disappear And big monsters eat bats! Then itʼs Halloween! www.smshope.org Related: I Am Read more →

Sophie R. Bonczak BONCZAK, Sophie R. (nee Daniszewski), 93, of Mount Ephraim, NJ, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2009. LEGACY Sophie was a loving and devoted woman who throughout her life strived to please others and place their needs ahead of her own. She was always available to lend a helping hand when needed. To her children, Sophie was loving, caring and proud of all they accomplished. In the eyes of her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Sophie was the essence of what we all wish to have in a grandmother. Sophie was proud of her Polish heritage and all of the customs that she was blessed with and was able to share with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren especially at Christmas and Easter holiday celebrations. Born to immigrant Polish parents, Sophie met and married Stanley Bonczak, a young man of the same heritage and together shared 65 years... Read more →

Crafters & Vendors Wanted!! 2nd Annual Mount Ephraim Spring Craft Fair April 25, 2009 9:00am-3:00pm Spaces available: $50 bring your own table $60 table provided $100 food vendors Contact: [email protected] or call Karen at (856)931-9579 or Lil at (856)931-3080 Sponsored by the Mount Ephraim Celebration CommitteeRelated articles by Zemanta Troop Support 08059 Brightens Spirits of Soldiers Overseas Read more →

Gloucester City Mayor William James urges residents heading for foreclosure to contact the CCRC of Delaware Valley, One Cherry Hill Park, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 phone 1-215-563-5665 which are partners of NJHMFA and have been trained in foreclosure prevention and asset preservation. James said another agency available is the NJ Counseling and Housing Development, 1840 S. Broadway Camden, NJ 08104, phone 856-541-1000 "Early intervention is the key to avoiding foreclosure. With the help of trained counselors most residents can get mortgages restructured to avoid foreclosure", said Mayor James. "I urge residents in need to reach out to these two agencies before it is too late." Read more →

On January 16, 2009, (nee Stankiewicz) of Gloucester City, NJ. Age 55 years. She was predeceased by her loving parents Edward and Marie Stankiewicz. Beloved mother of Jennifer Sorbello, Barbara Reed, Dawn and Wayne Wunder and devoted grandmother of 13. Loving sister of Carol Johnson, Donna Brasteter and Edward Stankiewicz, dear aunt to 3 nephews and darling girlfriend of Jimmy D. Barbara was a former employee at the Gloucester City WaWa. She was also an avid pool shooter and was recently recognized by the Gloucester City Pool League for her over 25years of participation. Relatives and friends are invited to meet Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME 700 Powell St., Gloucester City. A Funeral Service will be held 8:00pm at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers contributions to the family to assist with expenses will be greatly appreciated. Read more →

Ice Skating at the Minni Hole .......... (Sunday, January 18, 2009) Memories-How many remember your days as a kid ice skating at the Minni Hole or Martins Lake, both within a block of each other on Johnson Blvd. We would spend the entire day, and rush back after supper to skate some more in the evening. To keep warm we would build a bonfire. The crowds, which included adults, would get so big some days we would bump into each other. Today as can see there is only handful of kids taking advantage of this fun activity. The same goes for Martins Lake, six kids is all that I saw there. Kids today don't know how to have fun it seems. They want nothing to do with any activity unless there is a computer or video game involved. I feel sorry for them.~BILL CLEARYRelated articles by Zemanta ClearysNoteBook: Martins Lake... Read more →

Written by Miguel Orlina- 8th Grade St. Mary Grammar School, Gloucester City NJ I am an artist who is creative and imaginative I wonder what I should draw I hear my mind thinking of ideas I see what I create I want to accomplish my idea I am an artist who is creative and imaginative I pretend to be the greatest artist I feel like I can be a good artist I touch the paint and paintbrush I worry that no one will appreciate my creation I cry because I mess up I am an artist who is creative and imaginative I understand that people might not like it I say that I believe that I can make it better I dream that my painting will be famous like the Mona Lisa I try to make that happen I hope I become a great artist I am an artist who... Read more →

(Dedicated on Sept. 7, 1940) Will Martin’s Lake still exist in the year 2020? I’m beginning to have my doubts. The Lakes Committee and Gloucester’s “clean up day” can only do so m uch. If trash continues to be thrown into this lake at the current rate, it’s doubtful this lake will be around for long. The city has placed “trash containers” around the lake’s perimeter, but obviously it requires too much effort for people to deposit their empty bottles or plastic snack bags in them. Just last week when temperatures dipped, the lake naturally began to freeze. What was once a favorite spot for winter sports, i.e., ice skating and ice hockey, now looked like a dump. Bottles and trash were strewn atop the thin ice. It certainly was not a “Currier & Ives” picture. What happens next, when temperatures go back up and the ice melts, all the... Read more →

By Donna Miles American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2009 - The pilot who crash-landed a crippled airliner in New York's Hudson River this afternoon, saving 155 lives on board, is an Air Force Academy graduate who received his pilot training in the Air Force. Chelsey B. "Sully" Sullenberger steered US Airways Flight 1549 toward the river when both engines failed less than five minutes after takeoff from LaGuardia Airport. All 150 passengers and five crew members survived the incident. Sullenberger is an Air Force Academy graduate who served in the Air Force from 1973 to 1980, according to his resume posted on the homepage of his company, Safety Reliability Methods, Inc. He was an U.S. Air Force F-4 Phantom II fighter pilot who served as a flight leader and training officer in Europe and the Pacific. He was also the Blue Force mission commander during Red Flag exercises... Read more →

On January 13, 2009. Age 78. Of Brooklawn. Predeceased by his parents Isaac C. and Sarah F. Brown (nee Stanley). Devoted and loving husband of Helen Sarah Brown (nee Barr). Devoted father of Dr. Harry C. (Carolyn) Brown, Robert J. (Michele) Brown, Karen A. (Joseph) Clayton and Philip C. (Gabriella) Brown. Loving grandfather of Melissa, Kevin, Andrew, Harrison, Stephanie, Sarah and Philip. Predeceased by his sisters Dorothy Sturgeon and Shirley Fisher. Cousin of James Gallagher and many nieces and nephews. Harry was voted “handsomest” of his Gloucester High School class of 1949. He worked 33 yrs as a Design/Construction Engineer for Campbell Soup in Camden, NJ. Prior to Campbell Soup, Harry worked for DiPaolo Clothing in Hammonton and Camden Shipyard. Harry enjoyed bowling, fixing things around the house and spending time with family, especially his “Sweetie Pie” Helen. Neighbors called Harry the “Mayor of Horton Ave”. Harry will be greatly... Read more →

Press release Last night at 1:00am The Bellmawr Fire Department, Task Force 32, was dispatched to 24 Apple Ave for a reported house fire. The First arriving crews had visible fire in walls running along side both sides of the brick chimney for the fireplace. Crews opened up the wall outside and inside and used a 1 ¾ waterline to quickly knock down the bulk of the fire. There were cracks within the fire box which allowed the heat from the fireplace to enter the wall cavity and ignite the structural members. SEE PHOTOS Chief Jim Burleigh credited smoke detectors for providing early warning and the crews that did an outstanding job all while enduring the freezing temperatures. Mutual aid from Runnemede, Barrington and Mt Ephraim Fire Departments assisted at the scene. This fire occurred during the overnight hours when statistics show you are more likely to die from a... Read more →

PHOTOS BY BILL BATES, MT. Ephraim NEWS Correspondent On January 16 at 12:57 am, Bellmawr Fire Department's Task Force 32 - consisting of Runnemede, Barrington and Mount Ephraim were dispatched to 24 Apple Avenue just off the Black Horse Pike for a reported dwelling fire. Police arrived to find visible fire to the exterior of the fire place and attempted to make a quick knock with a water can. Bellmawr Battalion 303, Scottie Kibler arrived with a 1 and a 1/2 story wood frame dwelling with light smoke from the front of the house. Firefighters found fire in the wall adjacent to the fireplace with medium smoke in the attic and were opening up to check for further extension. The fire was placed under control shortly before the 30 minute mark. Companies cleared the scene at 2:41 am. No firefighter nor civilian injuries were reported and the blaze is being... Read more →

LindenwoldPD.com POLICE BLOTTER 01/06/09 THRU 01/10/09 10 January, 2009 by lpd 01/06/09 • Rasheed Mays of Lindenwold was arrested on warrants at the 500 building of Greentree Apartments and remanded to Camden County Jail. • Joshua Sanders of Sicklerville was arrested at the 800 building Greentree Apartments and charged with simple assault then released on summons. • A juvenile male was arrested at the 800 building Greentree Apartments and charged with obstruction. He was later turned over to his parents. • Jason Davis of Lindenwold was arrested at the 1200 building of Arborwood and charged with distribution of CDS, Possession of CDS and Obstruction. He was later remanded to the Camden County Jail default of bail. • A resident of the 1200 building of Arborwood reported that unknown person(s) fired three gunshots into the front of his apartment. The resident was inside lying on the couch when the incident occurred... Read more →

- NJ.com. WEST DEPTFORD TWP. The average township homeowner will face a projected tax increase of up to $538 this year to support local services. The majority of the increase Ð about $479 for the owner of a property assessed at the township average of $117,621 Ð is the direct result of the bankruptcy of the developer associated with the long-planned RiverWinds hotel and conference center. Read more →

Suddenly, on January 13, 2009. Of Marlton. Age 51. Loving father of Danielle M. Jackson, Heather Jackson, Adam K. Jackson and Bryan A. Jackson. Devoted grandfather of Mikayla, Jaiden, Ciarra and Cameron. Former husband of Tammy Tavener. Dear son of David E. Jackson, Sr. and the late Ruth and brother of Theresa Jackson and Janie O'Rourke. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. David was a member of the Boilermaker's Union from 1984-2004, then became Mr. Fixit. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding ATVs. Most of all, he loved his children and grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to the viewing 3-5pm Saturday at the BRADLEY FUNERAL HOME, Rt 73 & Evesham Rd., Marlton. Funeral Service 5pm Saturday at the Funeral Home. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Heather Jackson, PO Box 364, Marlton, NJ 08053. Read more →

Sean Walton - 5th Grade St. Mary Grammar School, Gloucester City NJ Nature's Day The blazing red cardinals sing their happy song while the beautiful roses sway, all day long. The glassy lakes around us sparkle in the bright sun but then darkness sweeps over us because day is done. Read more →

Image via Wikipedia Edison, N.J. – The Mercer County Sports & Entertainment Commission partnership with the MAAC, Rider University and Seton Hall University continues with the second of two girl’s basketball clinics, January 25 at Rider University. Girls in grades six through eight are invited to participate in the event, which includes a two-hour skills clinic followed by a women's basketball game featuring the host Rider taking on MAAC foe Siena College. Additionally, clinic attendees will receive a ticket discount coupon for tickets to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen ® taking place Sunday, March 29 and Tuesday, March 31 at the Sovereign Bank Arena in Trenton, NJ. Rider University will host the second clinic from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on January 25, 2009. Head women's basketball coach Lynn Milligan and her Rider squad will make an appearance. Following the clinic at 2:00 p.m., the Broncs will play host to the Siena Saints.... Read more →

by Albert J. Countryman Jr. MARCH 13 – Power was knocked out for 16 hours in a large portion of Gloucester City after a vicious rain and wind storm last Saturday night. Using candles, Dori Wasko’s party, hosted by Cheryl Poulin, was still a big success. 20 – Harry F. Fox Jr., 46, of Gloucester was arrested for stealing approximately $52,000 from the City Little League when he turned himself in to Detective Mark Ridge on March 11. The Public Works Committee announced that the 2008 Community Clean-Up Day was April 5. Westville Borough Council listened to a report about how the elimination of certain electronic products from the waste stream would reduce the cost of tipping frees and help the Borough meet state recycling requirements. City Council will address “buy back” of sick time and longevity in union negotiations. 27 – The Gloucester City Planning Board approved a resolution... Read more →

New Jersey Baseball Magazine New Jersey Baseball Magazine could not have chosen a more focused, more dedicated player to sponsor on the 2008 Diamond Jacks than Dan Donohue. Now fourteen years-old, Dan formed his love of baseball when he played Little League ball in Great Kills, Staten Island. Before he began learning the intricacies of the game at Jack Cust Baseball Academy (JCBA), Dan appreciated baseball because he knew it as a “thinking man’s game.” Pretty sophisticated for a young teen, to be sure. Read more →

Image via Wikipedia FELTON Horace S., Jr. “Bud” On January 13, 2009. Age 85. Of Cherry Hill. Loving husband of the late Virginia Felton (nee Costello). Father of Horace S. “Rusty” (Ann Schrader) Felton, III of Bozeman, MT, Nancy (Chris Allard) Felton of Anchorage, AK, Roger (Patti) Felton of Sammamish, WA, Margaret Felton of Mantua, NJ, David (Kelly) Felton of Tampa, FL and uncle of Jeff Vorndran. Brother of Mary (late Stanley) Price and Edith (late Jack) Long. Grandfather of 6. Loving companion of Barbara McCaully. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Born in Philadelphia, Bud proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was the owner of Delkote Inc. in Penns Grove, NJ and was a member of Philadelphia Coatings Association. He was a member of the Second Alarmers in Philadelphia for over 60 years. Bud was an active member of Grace Episcopal... Read more →

YEAGER,Robin Jayne Age 49, died suddenly on January 12, 2008. She lived in Voorhees for the past year and was formerly of Gloucester City, Monroe Twp, and a longtime resident of Glassboro. She was a Pharmacy Technician at Wedgewood Pharmacy in Swedesboro. She is survived by her soul mate Richard Whittington, children Barry (Amy), Jacklyn (Frank) Maatje, Alex (Beatrice), Erica (George) Yeager and grandchildren Alyssa, Frankie, George, CJ, and Trevor all of whom she loved very much and dedicated her life. Friends may call on Saturday 1:00pm-2:45pm in the KELLEY FUNERAL HOME, 125 Pitman Ave., Pitman, NJ. Funeral service 3:00pm. Cremation private. Memorials may be shared at: www.kelleyfh pitman.com Read more →

WORTHINGTON Lucille On January 13, 2009. Age 60. Of Maple Shade. Formerly of Salem. Survived by her friends and caregivers at Sterling Manor Nursing Home in Maple Shade. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her graveside burial on Thursday at 3:30 pm at Land of Canaan Cemetery, Elk Township. No viewing nor service. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Lucille Worthington. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →

Courier-Post. It should surprise no one -- including our tax-happy government officials in this state -- that New Jersey counties dominate the list of places with the highest property taxes in the nation. Seven of the top 10 counties in the United States for highest property taxes are right here in New Jersey. Out of more than 1,800 U.S. counties that were ranked, Camden County had the 22nd highest median annual property tax bill at $4,924. Burlington County ranked 25th highest at $4,866 and Gloucester County ranked 29th at $4,692 for the median annual property tax bill.Related articles by Zemanta Plan to close Riverfront State Prison causes a stir Greenwald: Time for a New Jersey New Deal ClearysNoteBook: Can the Dolphins Survive Winter Weather in New Jersey rivers? Read more →

By Albert Countryman Jr. The staggering economy has been the big story of 2008, with the U.S. government finally admitting the nation was in a recession all of this year. This has affected local people who have lost jobs and are struggling to make ends meet. It has also hurt local businesses, making it harder to survive. The budget process for town governments and school boards will be increasingly difficult. However, there have been some bright spots. The new Gloucester City Middle School, which is now a vacant lot minus 68 homes and two businesses, will finally be built. Governor Corzine has asked the N.J. School Development Authority to begin building and renovating schools as a measure to upgrade the economy. Developers and builders have been feeling the credit crunch, but there are still several projects -- including 29 new townhomes at the former Coast Guard Pier on the Delaware... Read more →

Under the guidance of Mrs. Helen Guittar, junior high literature teacher, our students wrote and submitted poems on a variety of topics. The following students’ poetry has been accepted for publication by Creative Communications Publishers: Grade 5 – Alexa Long, Madison McKenney, Sean Simila, and Sean Walton Grade 6- Macey Cropski, Cassie Francis, Brendan Kain, John Lindeborn, Abigail Riddell, Shawn Ryan Jr. and Patrick Ryder Grade 7 – Maggie Heinsmann, Annie Pegues, Patrick Rafferty, and Kelly Ann Turner Grade 8 – John Gentile, Emily Gruff, Steven Jackson, Kevin Kain, Paige Kelly, Michael Leonchuck, Cara Mc Henry, Miguel Orlina, and Amy Parnardo Read more →

FOWLER, James J. On January 11, 2009, of Gloucester City, NJ. Age 79 years. Loving companion for 40 years of Rose Abbey. Dear father of Bernadette McDonnell and is also survived by Rose's daughter Marie Dodson (David) and loving grandchildren Casey, Shane, Mary Kate, Danielle, Jessica, Sandra, and Grace. Mr. Fowler was a Phila. Police Officer for 25 years, retiring as a Detective and was a member of FOP Lodge #5 in Phila. He also worked for 15 years at Bailey, Banks and Biddle at 16th and Chestnut St.s, Phila.. Relatives and friends are invited to meet Thursday morning from 8:30 to 10:30am at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Powell St., Gloucester City. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am at St. Mary's Church 426 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Interment to follow New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr. There will be No evening viewing. www.etheringtonfh.com Read more →

OneidaDispatch.com. The scene just described is actually at Fairmont-Kenauk, a 65,000-acre estate in Quebec’s Laurentian Mountains. This huge tract of forest land is a challenge and a special treat for anyone who likes to hunt the big woods in traditional ways. Adding to the appeal is the fact that you have exclusive use of thousands of acres for you and your group and the opportunity to shoot some truly big deer. Fairmont-Kenauk is not your typical hunting lodge or destination. It is a large former private estate that was established in the 19th century to protect fish and wildlife habitats. Read more →

The new trees that were planted around Gloucester City recently were a waste of money. Who is going to pay when the trees break up the side walks and sewer pipes? Will the City pay for the repair, or will the people have to pay for it? The City could have put a lot more effort into getting a Senior Center for Gloucester City, Brooklawn and Westville, all joined together like a family. This would be great for everyone. Why can’t we do this? The big fort down at Proprietor’s Park would be a good place to put a senior center. Stephen S. Tremback, Gloucester City Read more →

Funeral Services were held for James Ott, 87, of West Collingswood Heights, who died December 25, 2008. Mr. Ott was a Volunteer Fireman for over 60 years, Past President, Chief Engineer, and Trustee for West Collingswood Heights Fire Company No. 1 Station 15-2, in West Collingswood Heights. He was a Third Degree and Past Grand Knight for Santa Maria Council 1443 Haddon Township, he was also Fourth Degree Knight for Bishop Eustace Assembly 652 Haddon Township. James was a retired 45 year employee for RCA and an employee of ACME Markets for many years. He was a member of the former I.C.A.C. Club in Fairview. Read more →

Memorial Services were held for Henry J. Polanski, 54, of Blackwood, formerly of Bellmawr, who died December 19, 2008. Henry was a former employee of Camden County Parks. Beloved father of Melissa Janney, Joseph and Nicholas. Grandfather of Andrew, Matthew, and Makayla. Brother of Michael Polanski, Patricia Ciseck, Barbara DiMattia, Denise Zappia, and Diane Conti. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Read more →

Private Funeral Services were held for Donald J. Baker, 65, of Audubon Park, who died December 24, 2008. Mr. Baker was an Army Vietnam veteran. Beloved brother of Carole Birks of Tabernacle and Michael Baker of Roslyn, CA. Also survived by nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Read more →

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Saint Casimir’s Lithuanian Church, Philadelphia, for John K. Mickunas, Jr., 72, of Mount Ephraim, formerly of Philadelphia, who died December 23, 2008. Mr. Mickunas was a retired employee for a Philadelphia Electric, and also an Army veteran, and a lifetime member of the Knights of Lithuania Council 3, Philadelphia. Beloved husband of Agnes V. for forty-four years. Devoted father of Barbara A. (James B.) Currie of Langhorne, PA, loving grandfather of Maxwell John Currie. Dear nephew of Joseph and Mary Anne Wilkus of Philadelphia. Also several cousins. Read more →