CNBNews

GLOUCESTER CITY-PHOTO of flooding at Broadway & Market St at 5:04pm today. The heavy rains that came through the area left some parts of the City underwater. Some communities in South Jersey got three inches of rain in 24 minutes according to the weather station. PHOTO by Caleigh Pittman related link Great Photos Read more →

By Bill Cleary TIP-The contract talks between the City of Gloucester City and the PBA Local 40 union have broken down. As a result the negotiations are now in front of an arbitrator. Cost for both sides for arbitration, $20,000 each. According to my sources the City wanted the 27 member union to accept a package that gave them a zero percent raises plus pickup some of the cost of their health benefits. Mayor Bill James said, “The country is in the middle of a recession. We have asked all bargaining units to work with us this year so no... Read more →

http://factsnotfantasy.blogspot.com Here are just a few very good reasons to hate Obamacare: • Page 22: Mandates audits of all employers that self-insure! • Page 29: Admission: your health care will be rationed! • Page 30: A government committee will decide what treatments and benefits you get (and, unlike an insurer, there will be no appeals process) • Page 42: The "Health Choices Commissioner" will decide health benefits for you. You will have no choice. None. • Page 50: All non-US citizens, illegal or not, will be provided with free healthcare services. • Page 58: Every person will be issued a... Read more →

category sports By Communications Division SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. July 29, 2009 By avenging its only loss of the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Region Tournament, Arabian American Little League from Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, qualified for its 10th consecutive Little League Baseball World Series. The Arabian American Little League defeated Dubai Little League from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 15-0, in the MEA championship game, and earned a berth in the Little League Baseball World Series for the 16th time since 1991. Finishing the three-team tournament with a 4-1 record, Arabian American Little League earned the right to represent the MEA Region... Read more →

SALISBURY -- Elijah Garrison Williams, 32, of Salisbury died Friday, July 24, 2009, as a result of an accident involving an automobile. Born in Camden, N.J., he was the son of Michael G. Ray of Camden and Lois Williams and Frederick P. Henry of Salisbury. He was employed as a laborer at Stanley Steamer in Salisbury. In addition to his father, mother and stepfather, he will be lovingly missed by a son, Parris Elijah Williams of Princess Anne; a daughter, Elasha Monique Williams of Princess Anne; two brothers, Sherron (Arlene) Williams of Salisbury and Elton C. Ray of Westville, N.J;... Read more →

By Communications Division SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. CATEGORY SPORTS July 29, 2009 Nearly every game of the Junior League Softball World Series, Big League Softball World Series, Little League Baseball World Series, Junior League Baseball World Series, Senior League Baseball World Series and Big League Baseball World Series can be seen live, thanks to Little League International’s new relationship with webcasting partner Youth Sports Live. The action starts today in Easley, S.C., where the Big League Baseball World Series gets under way. For a low subscription fee of just $14.95, anyone with an Internet connection can watch dozens of games from... Read more →

How It Started The ShopRite organization recognized the pervasive problem of hunger experienced by so many people right in the neighborhoods served by their stores. It’s a problem that not only exists during the holiday season, when attention is focused on charitable giving, but it also exists throughout the year. ShopRite had already been helping to fight the problem of hunger for more than 20 years through its support of the Feeding America network (formerly America’s Second Harvest) and through participation in the Checkout Hunger program, but wanted to do more. In 1999, ShopRite conceived and began its ShopRite Partners... Read more →

www.city-journal.org Tragically, the writing is on the wall for many of the Catholic schools, which have been closing in the city at an alarming rate. Costs are rising, and enrollments are in decline as a result. Individual contributors and foundations, suffering deep losses to their portfolios, are struggling to sustain the levels of assistance that they provided so generously before the Wall Street meltdown. Job losses have diminished many parents’ capacity to pay tuitions, further cutting into enrollments. Almost 500 Catholic elementary schools closed nationwide last year, the 2009 Official Catholic Directory reports, more than doubling the previous year’s number... Read more →

PETS ARE THE BEST We love our pets at MedHelp and know that many of our members search for the same medical information and support for their pets that they do forthemselves. That is why MedHelp is very pleased to welcome PetDocsOnCall as our newest Partner. PetDocsOnCall is the largest and most professional group of veterinarians on the Internet and includes veterinary surgeons, dentists, internists, cancer specialists, animal behaviorists, and exotic animal specialists who are all dedicated to improving the health of your pet. MedHelp Pet Health Forums are a place where pet owners can get answers about their pets'... Read more →

Press Release MOUNT HOLLY – Three Burlington Vicinage probation officers have been honored for their service to the New Jersey Judiciary. Senior Probation Officers Frank D'Erminio and Arline Laurick were honored for meritorious service, while Senior Probation Officer Charon Nabors was cited for career achievement. D'Erminio, Laurick and Nabors received their awards on July 27 at the Second Annual Chief Probation Officers of New Jersey Awards ceremony in Trenton. The Conference of Chief Probation Officers gives the awards for service during the previous year. The awards capped Burlington’s celebration of National Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week, the first since... Read more →

The Lone Ranger and Tonto went camping in the desert. After they got their tent all set up, both men fell sound asleep. Some hours later, Tonto wakes the Lone Ranger and says, 'Kemo Sabe, look towards sky, what you see? ' 'The Lone Ranger replies, 'I see millions of stars.' 'What that tell you?' asked Tonto. The Lone Ranger ponders for a minute then says, 'Astronomically speaking, it tells me there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past... Read more →

I found this photo of the “Gloucester House” located at 118 Mississippi Avenue in Atlantic City. My grandfather (James White) owned it. The "Gloucester House" was a rooming house, bar and pool hall. After it was torn down in 1923 to make way for the Atlantic City Convention Hall he opened up the “White House” at Washington and Atlantic Avenues in Margate. He grew up at 801 Jersey Ave., here in Gloucester City. He had five brothers, Samuel (died as a youth), John, Charles (was a policeman in the late 1800’s early 1900’s), Joseph (was a Justice-of-the-Peace), and Frank (was... Read more →

VICTOR C. WHITAKER Mass of Christian Burial was held for Victor C. Whitaker, 83, of Audubon, who passed away on July 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Anne C. (nee Cooper) and loving father of Victor Paul Whitaker (Lynn) of Marlton, Marijane Olson of Casselberry, FL and the late Gary Whitaker. Also survived by his brother John Whitaker and his five dear grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mr. Whitaker was a Navy Veteran of WWII. He was a member of the Whitaker Brothers Vaudeville Act which travelled with the USO entertaining the troops. He also worked as a Customer Service Rep.... Read more →

Senate Republican Leader Tom Kean called on Governor Corzine to order an immediate meeting of the state’s Local Finance Board. The board should consider exercising emergency control of cities in turmoil because their mayors and other key officials haven’t stepped down after their arrests on corruption charges. Federal agents have accused the mayors of Hoboken, Ridgefield and Secaucus, and Jersey City’s council president of bribery and other crimes. Though many of these public officials benefited immeasurably from Governor Corzine’s political support, they have so far ignored his pleas to resign from office immediately. “No city government can function smoothly after... Read more →

| CourierPostOnline.com | Courier-Post. Mt. Laurel remained unbeaten in the Senior American Legion state tournament with an easy 13-3 victory over previously unbeaten North Trenton Monday night. Ryan Normayle hit a three-run homer to spark a six-run second inning for Mt. Laurel. Anthony Sellitto added a two-run homer in the seventh. Mt. Laurel returns to action at 8 p.m. Wednesday when it plays Flemington. Read more →

James L. Phillips Jr. PHILLIPS, James L., Jr. On July 25, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Of Gloucester City, formerly of the Cramer Hill section of Camden. NJ, age 56 years. Beloved husband for 26 years of Deborah K. (nee Lee). Loving father of Heather, Jamie and Kyle Phillips all at home, and Joann Reader of CT, and James Phillips of Pennsauken. He was the dear son of Ethel Phillips (nee Trout) and grand-father of 5 grandchildren. He was the dear brother of William Phillips (Dorothy) of Brooklawn, Debra Phillips (Chuck) of Pennsauken and Sandra Phillips of FL.... Read more →

category Gloucester City By Linda Boker-Angelo NEWS Correspondent The Gloucester City Planning Board heard a brief presentation on the City’s Master Plan Reexamination Report by planner Larry Waetzman. Waetzman said the City is made up of approximately 11,500 people living in about 4,200 households in a town about 2.2 square miles wide. Redevelopment will continue with plans to expand on the river walk and riverfront development. More expansion will include construction of a new state of the art water plant and a new middle school. Waetzman said plans will work towards preserving natural and historic resources and will need to... Read more →

H.Barron Iron Works, Gloucester City NJ sent a care package over to one of their former employees 1st Lt. Neil Bartkowski (holding the shirt), from Medford, NJ, who is currently stationed in Iraq. In return, he was kind enough to give us some free advertising while over there. Neil worked for Barron's for about two years during school breaks and summer time. He is scheduled to come home in September. All the best Neil! Thank you for keeping us safe, from your friends at Barron’s Iron Works. Category OUR MEN & WOMEN IN THE MILITARY Related link AMERICAN HERO Read more →

By Kasey Cleary NEWS Correspondent Noise filled the room as children played kazoos and made race car, police car and dinosaur sounds during a special presentation July 16 at the Gloucester City Library. They had all this fun while being entertained by Mark the Magician at one of many free programs planned this summer. Mark the Magician, who made his first appearance at the library, performed a variety of magic tricks while teaching a few valuable lessons to the children. When watching a magic trick with appearing money, the youngsters practiced counting. The magician taught history on the kazoo, which... Read more →

JENNIFER TORRES-VELAZQUEZ-Funeral Services were held for Jennifer Torres-Velazquez, 41, of Bellmawr, who died suddenly July 7, 2009. She is the beloved wife of Jorge Velazquez. Devoted mother of the late Michael Maneiro. She is lovingly survived by her parents, Efrain and Maria; her siblings, Joselyn (Carlos) Figueroa, Efrain Torres, Jr., Lionel Torres, Lynette Torres and Janette Torres; her grandchildren, Christian Isaiah and Michael Anthony, Jr. as well as several nieces and nephews. Interment was in New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. ELIZABETH A. STEFAN-Funeral Services were held for Elizabeth A. Stefan, 78, of Mount Ephraim, who died July 9, 2009. Beloved... Read more →

City Police Seek Info On Bank Robbery Monday Morning at First Bank of America City Bars Can Open Early On Sundays; Still No Alcohol Until 1 P.M. Mount Ephraim Commissioners Honor Seven Returning Service People Gloucester City School Board Okays Contract Adjustments For Superintendent, Business Administrator Bellmawr Council Swears In Jason Higgins As Class II Special Police Officer category Bellmawr category Gloucester City CATEGORY MT. EPHRAIM Read more →

By Bill Cleary DIRTY JERSEY-Forty-four prominent political and religious leaders, including mayors, assemblymen and rabbis were arrested July 23rd by federal authorities on the charge of corruption and international money laundering. What else is new? The banner headlines about the arrest of the 44 suspects made the front page of newspapers around the world. Most New Jersey residents are no longer shocked by this type of embarrassing news. A month doesn’t go by without reading about a local or state legislator being hauled off to jail for some kind of crime. This past Friday former State Senator Wayne Bryant (Democrat,... Read more →

By Communications Divison SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. July 24, 2009 Little League International and Youth Sports Live have partnered to provide coverage of the 2009 Little League Baseball International Region Tournaments and the 63rd Little League Baseball World Series via the Internet at www.YouthSportsLive.com. With its slogan “The next best thing to being there,” Internet webcasting company Youth Sports Live (YSL) Broadcasting Network, has agreed to provide on-line video coverage of many games at all five Little League Baseball Region Tournaments in the United States, several non-game events at the annual Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport, Pa., Aug.... Read more →

The Ominous Storms at Piney Cove New suspense thriller stuns audiences. Everything goes well for friends on a camping trip. It was all fun and exitement and it was the perfect time to bond. But that picture perfect getaway drastically changed into real horror and the friends had nowhere to go. Immerse your self into a shocker written by Gloria Ritchie and see how dangerous it is to be caught in The Ominous Storms at Piney Cove. Nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is the tiny town of Piney Cove. Jack and Connie Sperry live there, as do... Read more →

By Communications Division SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. July 23, 2009 Hillsboro (Mo.) R-3 Little League was invited to participate in the 2009 Challenger Champions Game at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, as part of the Major League Baseball All-Star Week festivities. On Monday, July 13, Hillsboro R-3 Little League’s Challenger Division, for physically and mentally disabled children, and a team from the Protect Our Nation’s Youth (PONY) League Champions program, played a one-inning game in right field at Busch Stadium. Each player had one at-bat and played half of an inning in the field during the one-inning game. There were 14... Read more →

Bill and Sam, two elderly friends, met in the park every day to feed the pigeons, watch the squirrels and discuss world problems. One day Bill didn't show up. Sam didn't think much about it and figured maybe he had a cold or something. But after Bill hadn't shown up for a week or so, Sam really got worried. However, since the only time they ever got together was at the park, Sam didn't know where Bill lived, so he was unable to find out what had happened to him. A month had passed, and Sam figured he had seen... Read more →

CATEGORY GLOUCESTER CITY HISTORY Back row (left to right): John Carney, James McIntyre, Charles Richter, John E. McCann. Second row- John Henry, unknown, T. Ellis Robb, Vincent D. Costello, Patrick O’Sullivan, Timothy J. Calnon. Third row- Louis A. Kelly, Edward Danella, Robert Simmons, George Peel, Edward Walker, Patrick McCann. Bottom row- Jack Nash, Thomas Flynn, John Danella, Thomas Dorris, Patrick McCullough, Mark McCann. Standing (left to right) John P. Bernard, Captain; Dr. James L. Hughes. (news clipping submitted by Joe O’Donnell) Read more →

By Army Sgt. James Waltz Special to American Forces Press Service CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE ADDER, Iraq, July 24, 2009 - Army Spc. Amanda Cleveland is a self-described simple girl who is "not into drama." But it's tough for an Army medic to avoid dramatic situations, especially during a deployment to Iraq. Army Spc. Amanda Cleveland, a medic for the 28th Combat Aviation Brigade, describes the importance of pressure in stopping blood loss during first-aid training at Contingency Operating Base Adder, Iraq. Cleveland has trained nearly 1,000 soldiers in Task Force Keystone leading up to and during a nine-month deployment to... Read more →

IT HAS BEEN said the greatest volume of sheer brainpower in one place occurred when Jefferson dined alone... HOW DID JEFFERSON KNOW?????? Especially read the last quote from 1802. When we get piled upon one another in large cities, as in Europe, we shall become as corrupt as Europe . ..Thomas Jefferson The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not...Thomas Jefferson It is incumbent on every generation to pay its own debts as it goes. A principle which if acted on would save one-half... Read more →

category hunting and fishing A new "feature article" on the NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife's website focuses on the Delaware Bay Finfish Trawl Survey. This research project is designed to target juvenile finfish species that inhabit the bay to help managers predict future fishery trends and harvest potential. To learn the details of what the survey has revealed visit http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/artdelstudy09.htm on the division's website. Read more →

DALLAS—July 24, 2009 --MADD has sent the attached letter to the Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct requesting the review of an important case by Judge Jerry Buckner of Parker County. "It appears that the law was not followed in requiring an alcohol ignition interlock for an extremely high BAC conviction of an offender who later was the driver in a fatal crash, again with an extremely high BAC. It also appears that this case is not an isolated one, but rather part of a larger pattern of judges not requiring interlocks for high BAC and repeat offenders, as mandated by... Read more →

CATEGORY MOUNT EPHRAIM Bill Bates Mount Ephraim News Correspondent The July meeting of the Mount Ephraim Board of Commissioners (BOC) started off with recognizing the men and women from the borough who recently returned home from over seas by presenting them with proclamations on behalf of the towns people. These brave young men and women are SPC Nick Rabeau, PFC Marcus Wild, SPC Martin Coogan, SSG John Blagojevich and his wife SFC Pricilla Blagojevich all from the Army National Guard, SSGT Jeff Calhoun from the US Air Force and LTC Peter Garcia from the Army Special Operations. All seven of... Read more →

Photos By Bill Bates CATEGORY MT. EPHRAIM OUR GREAT FLAG - Members of the Mount Ephraim American Legion and VFW start off the July 4th Parade by proudly displaying the great flag of the United States of America. PARADE GRAND MARSHALL'S - The seven brave men and women who returned home safely from over seas leading the parade in Mount Ephraim. A Special Thank You goes out to these troops and a warm Welcome Home! BABY PARADE WINNER - One of the Baby Parade Winners proudly shows off their patriotic float. BROOMALL STRING BAND - Members of the Broomall String... Read more →

category WHEN EAST MEETS WEST Commentary by Hank F. Miller Jr. Scientist and amateur stargazers on Japan's southwestern islands were mostly disappointed Wednesday after poor weather prevented them form witnessing a total eclipse of the sun. However, astronomers who were on Iwojima, and also here on Kyushu Island, about 1,350 Km south of Tokyo, and adjacent areas in the Pacific were treated to the spectacular astronomical event as they observed the first total eclipse visible on Japanese soil in 46 years. I watched the whole event here in my garden in Kitakyushu,City,with my wife Keiko and daughter Rachel who is... Read more →

http://www.piworld.com/# Source Printing Impressions category Bellmawr BELLMAWR, NJ—July 21, 2009—Evergreen Printing is doing what many printers aren't: aiming to increase sales this year by 15%, in their case, planning to reach $26 million. It's headed in the right direction. This heatset and cold web printer of monthly business publications recently won two big newspaper deals. Evergreen Printing came under new leadership last September when it was purchased by Carmen Pinto. Soon after taking charge of the 95,000-sq.ft. operation, Pinto established a "sales-first" culture. In February, Evergreen began printing the North American edition of London's The Guardian Weekly. The U.K.-based newspaper,... Read more →

Press Release Press Release CATEGORY SPORTS July 22-The Riversharks dropped both games of a doubleheader to the Bridgeport Bluefish on Wednesday evening, falling 7-2 and 6-4. Bridgeport took the first game thanks to a complete (7-inning) game from Esteban Yan, who struggled a bit with control, but gave up just two runs in seven strong. The win improved his record to 8-3 on the year. Josh Newman (1-3) threw four innings in his second start of the season for the 'sharks, and was saddled with the loss. Collecting RBI in the first game for Camden were Vito Chiaravalloti, who drove... Read more →

category Sports A listing of the teams that have advanced to one of the eight World Series Tournaments of Little League Baseball and Softball By Communications Division WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. July 20, 2009 Little League Softball World Series at Portland, Oregon on August 13 thru 19 Asia-Pacific: Guam Little League of Guam Canada EMEA: Lombardia Little League of Milano, Italy Host Latin America: Soraida Juliana Little League of Willemstad, Curacao, NA Puerto Rico U.S. Central U.S. East U.S. Southeast U.S. Southwest U.S. West Junior Softball World Series at Kirkland, Washington on August 16 thru 22 Asia-Pacific: ILLAM Central Little League of... Read more →

category Our Men and Women in the Military By Tim Hipps Special to American Forces Press Service CHULA VISTA, Calif., July 22, 2009 - Army Sgt. Jerrod Fields hasn't just learned to adapt as an amputee since hitting a roadside bomb in Iraq. He is on his way to becoming a record-holding sprinter. Army Sgt. Jerrod Fields, an Army World Class Athlete Program sprinter and Paralympic hopeful, works out at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, Calif. A below-the-knee amputee, Fields won a gold medal in the 100 meters with a time of 12.15 seconds at the Endeavor... Read more →

Breaking News Alert category Hunting and Fishing The New York Times Wednesday, July 22, 2009 -- 1:41 PM ET ----- The Senate on Wednesday turned aside the latest attempt by gun advocates to expand the rights of gun owners, narrowly voting down a provision that would have allowed gun owners with valid permits from one state to carry concealed weapons in other states as well. Read More: http://www.nytimes.com/?emc=na Read more →

category Hunting and Fishing It's hard to believe that we are at the mid-point of the "unofficial" summer months of June, July & August. I hope each of you is enjoying the outdoors and taking advantage of the agreeable weather. Have you the chance to reel in a striper this year? Have you stood knee-deep in a gurgling stream while pulling in summer trout? Is the thought of a fall hunt beginning to creep into mind as you motor past the woods that hold your "lucky spot" or the fields where "man's best friend" last pointed for pheasant? I certainly... Read more →

NRA NEWS category Hunting and Fishing The U.S. Senate is now considering the National Defense Authorization Act (S. 1390). As a part of the consideration of that legislation, Senators John Thune (R-SD) and David Vitter (R-LA) will offer an amendment this week to provide for interstate recognition of Right-to-Carry permits. There is a very high likelihood of a Senate floor vote on this important and timely pro-gun reform today Wednesday. Now is the time for Congress to recognize that the right to self-defense does not end at state lines. Under the Thune-Vitter amendment, an individual who has met the requirements... Read more →

LOUISA A. “LOUISE” JOHNSON Funeral services were held at the Etherington-Creran Funeral Home, 700 Powell St., Gloucester City for Louisa A. “Louise” Johnson (nee Blane), 98, of Bellmawr, previously of Thorofare and Westville, NJ, who passed away on July 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lester Johnson. Loving mother of Norma Bramble (Carl) of Bellmawr, William T. Johnson (Sheri) of Cherry Hill, and the late Thomas Rausher. Darling grandmother to eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Dear sister of Henry Blane of Charlottesville, VA, and Evelyn Reisser of Cinnaminson, NJ. During World War II Mrs. Johnson worked for DuPont... Read more →

category hunting and fishing PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:50-7, the New Jersey Pinelands Commission will hold two public hearings on proposed regulatory amendments to the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP). A hearing related to Management Program for On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems will be conducted at the Offices of the Pinelands Commission, Richard J. Sullivan Center, 15 Springfield Road, New Lisbon, New Jersey 08064. DATE: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 TIME: 7:00 P.M. A hearing related to Forestry, Wetlands Management, and a Pilot Program for Electric Transmission Right-of-Way Maintenance will be conducted at the Offices of the Pinelands Commission, Richard J.... Read more →

category Gloucester City DENVER – They’ve lived in tents, gutted flood-damaged homes, mentored disadvantaged youth, coordinated thousands of volunteers, and developed into our nation’s future leaders. With 95 projects in 13 states behind them, Wendy Angus-Anderson of Gloucester City, N.J. is one of 215 members of AmeriCorps’ National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) who have completed 10 months of full-time service to communities in need. Angus-Anderson, who arrived at NCCC’s Southwest Region Campus in Denver on October 6 to begin her term of service, will graduate from the program on Thursday, July 23. All Corps Members will depart Denver and begin... Read more →

By Chris Concannon NEWS Correspondent Bellmawr Fire Department Chief Jim Burleigh (Station 32) recently unveiled the Department’s new Fire Safety House. The trailer-drawn unit was purchased recently, following the receipt of a $23,500 grant from the Division of Homeland Security, Chief Burleigh said. It is designed to educate the community in fire safety, including tips in how to escape a fire in the home. “The Fire Department is committed to investing in our youth today, to produce ‘fire safety’ aware adults,” Burleigh said. Designed to mimic an actual house, the trailer consists of three of the most-used rooms in a... Read more →

By Albert Countryman Jr. source Gloucester City News The Philadelphia Phillies were well represented at the All Star Game Tuesday night, by Chase Utley, Raul Ibanez, Ryan Howard, Shane Victorino and Jayson Werth. The World Champions are in first place, they might get Pedro Martinez, and they are gearing up for another playoff run. Yet, there is still a voice missing – that of Harry Kalas. The popular announcer’s death this spring has left a void. Yet, Harry Kalas was remembered as a good man, who cared about family and friends, and listened to fans and players. One of his... Read more →

A BIG THANK YOU category Letters On behalf of my family and myself, I’d like to thank the many businesses, organizations, and our wonderful family and friends for the benefit that was organized for me at the Brooklawn American Legion. Not only was it a huge financial help, it was also a great time had by all. It was wonderful to see all of my family and so many of my friends. On that day I felt like George Bailey from “It’s a Wonderful Life!” I’d like to give a very special thank you to the Sportsman Athletic Club, Rich... Read more →

category Gloucester City HS Gloucester City Junior-Senior High School Class of 2009 graduated 146 students on Monday, June 22. The following is a list of students from the Class of 2009 whom received awards and local scholarships that were presented during the senior luncheon and commencement ceremonies. Academic Awards: Service to School, $125 Lions Club-Philip Gross, Sherri Weatherley. Charles M. Nash Memorial Award, $300 Lions Club (Leo Member)-Gavin Carpenter. Service to School and Community, $125, Women’s Lions Auxiliary-Gavin Carpenter and Eric Gross. Service Above Self, $125, Rotary Club-Cecilia Fedore. Abraham and Hattie Brandt Community Service Award, Rotary Club, $50-Jessica Lindsay.... Read more →

Magician Shows Kids Lessons In Creativity At Gloucester City Library Gloucester City Planning Board Okays Barber Shop, Dog House Pub Patio St. Mary Bible School Children Perform “Prodigal Son.” County Grant Will Help Improve Kershaw School Playground In Mount Ephraim Westville Council Mulls Paving Costs Of Woodbine Avenue Project. Read more →

MAYELL Arthur J. “Art” On July 19, 2009. Age 61. Of Gloucester City. Formerly of Atlantic City. Beloved Son of the late William A. Mayell and Margaret (nee Burke). Cherished and loving brother of Dick Mayell (Pisha) of Taiwan, China; Margaret “Peggy” Mayell of Atlantic City and Laura McHugh (Edward) of Palm City, Florida. Art was a great person and had a wonderful personality. He was born in Atlantic City and was a graduate of Atlantic City High School. Art proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his visitation... Read more →