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| Personal Liberty Digest January 4, 2010 by Bob Livingston Well, yes, the money does come out of the taxpayer’s pocket but in a way that most people don’t recognize. Bubbles and bailouts are not paid for with gold and silver. They are paid for with printing press money, which dilutes your savings and retirement funds. So who are the heroes of bubbles and bailouts? The short answer is, the money creators. They are presiding over and benefiting from the greatest transfer of wealth in history, with the almost certain guarantee that they will never be found out, because they... Read more →

Image via WikipediaThe NJ DEP's Division of Fish and Wildlife plans to implement a Conservation Order (CO) for light geese in 2010. This will be the second consecutive year that a CO has been authorized in New Jersey. The CO time frame is February 16 through April 10, 2010. Under the CO, light geese can be taken with no bag limits outside of the traditional hunting period, while also allowing the use of electronic calls and shotguns loaded with up to seven shells. Image via Wikipedia A Conservation Order is a special management action authorized by the Migratory Bird Treaty... Read more →

A few weeks ago I attended a Toys for Tots held in honor of Robert Dornbach, as I have the last few years. Every year I leave with the same thoughts, “What happened to Bobby? Someone has to know something. Why don’t they come forward? Being a mother of five children, I cannot imagine the pain his mother and family are feeling not knowing. With Christmas so close, I know it had to hurt even more. So if you know anything, please break your silence. Give Bobby’s mom and family the best Christmas they could have. Call the police or... Read more →

I am dismayed by the reported firing of Municipal Clerk Paul Kain because I don't understand it. No position could be more local; yet, announcement of it is front-page news, and its resolution is taking place at the highest levels of state government - through the Office of Local Government Services, in the cabinet-level Department of Community Affairs. We are informed by the City that Mr. Kain has been unable to work for nearly six months, but from Mr. Kain we have heard nothing. At the same time, there is no shortage of comments from those who feel the Clerk... Read more →

By Leigh Anne Hubbs NEWS Correspondent Teachers in training from Rutgers University Camden, Rowan University and Fairleigh Dickinson University will be placed in the Mount Ephraim School District for college practicum and student teaching requirements. Superintendent Joseph Rafferty said he is glad to have the university students in Mount Ephraim schools, which are an excellent place to learn. Also, Board of Education members recognized Rich Stoops and Lorraine Horton as great assets to the district who will be missed, as their last day of employment was December 31. Mr. Stoops will work as a substitute teacher until a replacement is... Read more →

By Linda Boker-Angelo NEWS Correspondent The Gloucester City Planning Board officially, and regretfully, accepted the resignation of Chairman and City Councilman-elect Daniel Spencer Jr. (photo) at its December meeting. City Councilman Nicholas Marchese Jr. thanked Spencer for giving his time and efforts to the board, stating that the chairman brought an air of professionalism to the board which he feels board members will carry forward with them. In other business, local resident and business owner Glenn Hastings withdrew his application for a use variance on his North King Street property. Hastings had originally intended to seek approval to have a... Read more →

By Chris Concannon NEWS Correspondent Vice President Jamie Casey opened the recent Bellmawr Board of Education (BOE) meeting by presenting the “Board Award” to students Autumn Baldini and Anjali Patel, for donating their hair to the “Locks of Love” program. Previously, student Kayla Rhodes had received the same award. The organization crafts wigs for children who have lost their hair due to cancer treatment. President Jody Mangus commented on the ongoing process with QSAC, also noting that all administrators are now using a new walk-through tool. Jeff Brickner commented on EMC matters, adding that the Graduation Dance Committee met with... Read more →

T’was the night of the snow storm and all through the City, Not a creature was stirring, it was so pretty. I was walking my dog on a long winter’s night, When back at the house I ran into my plight. I locked myself out with nowhere to go. One cold little dog all covered with snow. I asked for some help from some teens throwing snow, But they disappeared in the houses below. And shining like a star there in the night, Was the Gloucester City Firehouse, what a beautiful sight. I rang their bell and what did I... Read more →

The Camden Children’s Garden and Camden City Garden Club Present the 2010 Flower Show Exhibit CAMDEN, N. J. (January 1, 2010) At the Philadelphia Flower Show (February 28 – March 7, 2010), the Camden City Garden Club, operator of the Camden Children’s Garden, will present “Soup & Salad: From Camden to the World”. This exhibit will address food security and sustainability. The display will educate Flower Show visitors about how easy it can be to grow their own produce, and motivate families to prepare fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables and enjoy these meals together. The reference to “Soup and... Read more →

Holy Family University Men's Basketball Announces Make-up Date with Kutztown (1/5/2010) PHILADELPHIA -- The Holy Family University men's basketball team has rescheduled its home contest against Kutztown University for Monday, February 1 at 7 p.m. The game was originally scheduled for December 19, however, was postponed because of the snowstorm that hit the area. Eight Profs Earn Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Honors PHILADELPHIA, PA – Eight Rowan University student-athletes were named to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Teams. Women’s soccer player Jess Babice was selected the Academic Women’s Soccer Performer of the Year. A forward, Babice (jr. Groveville, NJ/Steinert) was... Read more →

EDWARD E. KONRAD Funeral Services were held for Edward E. Konrad, 84, of Bellmawr, who died December 18, 2009. Konrad proudly served his country in the US Navy during WWII. Beloved husband of the late Olga. Loving father of Ralph Krapf (Sandy), Kevin Konrad (Sarah), Kurt Konrad and Kenny Konrad (Roberta). Devoted grandfather of Ryan, Jeffrey (Kate) and Justin Krapf and Amanda, Keith and Phillip Konrad. Dear great grandfather of Hayden and Teagan Krapf. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Interment was in New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. JOSEPH J. ROBERTS, SR. A Mass of the Resurrection was held at... Read more →

Commentary By Bob Bevan In these hard economical times, our city must do more with less. State aid will no longer be at the level that it has been in the past. Small businesses throughout the country are closing and people are losing their jobs. Our UEZ-Economical Development Department has been working hard to stem the tide. As some of our businesses have been closing, the UEZ has been recruiting new businesses to replace them. The new T.D. Bank on Broadway and Cumberland has added to our tax ratables and provided additional jobs. We will soon have a new company... Read more →

By Albert Countryman Jr. As for the first decade of the new millennium, wars and the economy were the big stories. The April of 2000 the dot.com bubble burst, and in the fall of 2008 the entire global economy nearly collapsed. On September 11, 2001, terrorists killed Americans, and since then our soldiers have been fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq. As for 2009, government officials declared the Great Recession over. Try telling that to the 10 percent of the people currently unemployed. Small businesses are struggling to survive, and families have cut their spending. Still, 2010 brings a clean slate,... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia The mayor talks about his first two years in office, and what 2010 holds. :: News :: Philadelphia City Paper :: by Isaiah Thompson Two years ago, Michael Nutter celebrated his election as mayor by getting up on stage, grabbing a mic and — after weathering three screwups on the turntables — delivering a flawless "Rapper's Delight" to a screaming audience. I've only seen that Nutter on YouTube. The Nutter I've met in person is Mayor Nutter: Mayor Nutter the Earnest; Mayor Nutter the Stern; and, now more than ever, perhaps, Mayor Nutter the Besieged. Over the... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia Dozens of outstanding white-tailed deer taken during New Jersey's 2008-09 hunting seasons will be available for viewing at the upcoming Garden State Outdoor Sportsmen's Show and Deer Classic. This years show will be held from January 14 - 17 at Raritan Center in Edison. This year's top entries will be recognized at the Deer Classic Awards Program on Sunday, January 17 at 2:30 p.m. The Division of Fish and Wildlife will have a large display area at the show, where hunting and fishing licenses will be available for purchase and visitors will have the opportunity to speak... Read more →

By Ian Romano Residents not only proved they could survive in 2009, they thrived. No matter what came their way, South Philadelphians rolled with the punches, from fighting for City services, including libraries, engine companies, pools and parades, that were being eyed for cutbacks and closures to saying goodbye to people and places that were woven into the fabric of the community. The Big Economic Meltdown of 2008 bled into 2009, but each and every turn was handled with a single-minded approach: We will make it through this and we will make it better. Even the loss of the World... Read more →

Congress.org - : Subject: Landmark 1st Amendment Case To: President Barack Obama Sen. Maria Cantwell Rep. Doc Hastings Sen. Patty Murray January 3, 2010 Over a dozen good Americans are facing a criminal trial. What they did was sell tickets to attend a several day seminar where people, just like you, peacefully assembled to hear speakers on a wide variety of topics. One such topic was the 17,000 official, certified, national and state documents that conclusively prove the income tax is a massive fraud. What they are charged with is conspiracy to defraud the government, conspiracy to commit wire fraud,... Read more →

Would a 15-30% increase in your pay check every month make your New Year happier? That would be the result of the United States Supreme Court deciding to hear the case of Hirmer v. United States, Case No. 09-651. Claudia and Mark Hirmer, mother and father of six children, are on criminal trial with eleven other people: What they did was sell tickets to attend a several day seminar where people, just like you, peacefully assembled to hear speakers on a wide variety of topics. One such topic was the 17,000 official, certified, national and state documents that conclusively prove... Read more →

Those of us that understand how conservation is Mother Nature's prescription for healthy ecosystems, and how fishing and hunting are humankind's participation in this remedy, will appreciate the below editorial published by the Herald News. It appears that even the "press" is beginning to understand that Mother Nature does not attempt to "preserve" living things and that humankind remains a link in the environmental chain of dependence, in spite of technological advancements. Although we have a ways to go in educating our modern day culture about the workings of conservation this article is a good effort and a wonderful start... Read more →

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Image via Wikipedia Lions cut down Delaware Valley 71-61 1/4/2010 10:16:38 PM Senior Jay Frank Box score Doylestown, PA... The College of New Jersey men’s basketball team used a stifling defensive performance in the first-half to spark a 71-61 win over Delaware Valley College. The victory snapped a four-game skid pulling the Lions (5-5, 0-2 NJAC) back to the .500 mark. Senior Jay Frank (Brick, NJ/Brick) had his best game in a month scoring 20 points, dishing out seven assists, and grabbing 6 rebounds. Senior Aaron Syvertsen (Midland Park, NJ/Midland Park) also bucketed 20 points on 9-of-17 shooting. Head coach... Read more →

Please Contact your Assembly Person Today! Today, the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee voted unanimously 6 to 0 to approve S3104/A4361, which was drafted in response to recommendations put forth by the Firearms Task Force created after the midnight passage of New Jersey's gun rationing law. The bill is now scheduled for a vote before the full Assembly on January 7. If passed, it will head to the desk of Governor Corzine (D) for his consideration. Proponents contend this measure would address the problems with New Jersey's "one-gun-a-month" law; however, it falls far short. While it would, in limited circumstances,... Read more →

Good News For Gloucester City In 2010 Gloucester City High School Receives National Award Bellmawr Borough Christmas In The Park Lots Of Fun Brooklawn Council Installs Police Officer Charles Holland The Gloucester City News Year In Review Part II Related articles by Zemanta Gloucester City Police Blotter Nov. 12 to Nov. 17 (gloucestercitynews.net) Vandalism, Petty Thefts and Disorderly Conduct Top Crimes in Gloucester City This Past Week (gloucestercitynews.net) Gloucester City Police Conduct Drug Raid; Seize 186 bags of Marijuana (gloucestercitynews.net) Cheers and Jeers for December 09 (gloucestercitynews.net) Read more →

By Bill Cleary CHEER-In these very troubled times when people are having a tough time keeping a roof overhead and food on the table, there have been countless acts of generosity by both groups and organizations as well as individuals to make someone less fortunate have a merry Christmas, it is these acts of selfless kindness towards our fellow human beings in a time of need that renews my faith in both God and mankind, and to all who gave, Thank You. JEER- Why close the perfectly good state prison in Camden City and then build a very costly new... Read more →

Lions topple York to win Coaches vs. Cancer Classic York, PA... Three, consecutive three-pointers to open the second half propelled The College of New Jersey women’s basketball team to a 64-49 triumph over York (PA) College in the Hampton Inn Coaches vs. Cancer Classic hosted by York. Holding a 28-23 halftime lead, sophomore Hannah Tait (Staten Island, NY/Notre Dame Academy), senior Karen Lassoni (East Rutherford, NJ/Becton Regional), and junior Keri Washington (Ewing, NJ/Pennington Prep) drained shots from long range as the Lions (6-6, -02 NJAC) delivered a knockout punch less than two minutes after the break. The Spartans never fully... Read more →

Margaret H. Kearney was born in Philadelphia October 1926, she died on January 2. Peggy lived in Bellmawr for over 50 years. She was the neighborhood taxi service before the other young mothers drove. Peggy was a member of Annunciation's Altar and Rosary Society and an original member of Mary Mother of the Church, VFW #7410 Ladies Auxiliary and the Bellmawr Democrat Club. She knew almost everyone, and if she didn't know you, she'd introduce herself. Peggy's last few years were spent at The Bentley in Pennsauken and her last days with her beloved daughter Peggy and her family. She... Read more →

On December 30, 2009. Age 74. Of Camden. Formerly of Gloucester City. Cherished Brother of Anthony Finazzo of Severn, Maryland, Carlo Finazzo of Houston, Texas, Vita G. Hodge of Gloucester City and Martha Tomago of Wenonah. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. At the request of Ralph’s family, visitation, Memorial Mass at Saint Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City and Inurnment in Arlington Cemetery, Pennsauken are private. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Ralph J. Finazzo. Funeral Arrangements and Inquires through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →

Law Stems from Task Force Proposal to Improve Law While Keeping Protections (TRENTON) - Legislation Assemblymen John Burzichelli and Gordon Johnson sponsored to revise New Jersey's one-gun-per-month law while continuing to protect law-abiding citizens and businesses is now law. The measure - signed Saturday by the governor - stems from recommendations from a special task force that reviewed the 1-gun-per-month law. That law took effect Jan. 1 and is designed to deter straw purchases and illegal handgun trafficking, but Burzichelli and Johnson - both Firearms Task Force members - said it also will penalize many law-abiding citizens unless changed. "This... Read more →

Margaret L. Wilson (nee Viggiano), age 83 of Deptford on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009. Mrs. Wilson was born in Camden and formerly of Gloucester City. Loving mother of son John Wilson and his wife Patricia, daughter Eileen Kaufmann, son Ronald Wilson and his wife Angela. Loving grandmother of 7, John, Allison, James, Alicia, Brenda, Joshua, Angela Faith, great grandmother of 5, Dominic, Ashley, Alex, Ava, and James Anthony. She was the sister to Frank Viggino, Rose Valiant, Rita Klingensmith, and sister-in-law Connie Viggino. Margaret would have celebrated her 84th birthday on Jan. 18, 2010. Margaret was retired, and loved her... Read more →

Catherine D. Willette, age 88 of Corona, CA formerly of Gloucester City for over 30 years died on December 29th, 2009. She was the beloved mother of Allen Willette of West Deptford, Robert and wife Debra of West Deptford, Carol McKenney and her husband Jerry of Corona CA, Maryellen Groover and husband Harry of Gloucester, loving grandmother of Michael Canavan, Michelle Arhens, Desiree Willette, Tina Ratkowiak, Erica Harmon, Steven Groover and loving great grandmother of 4. She was predeceased by her husband Henry T. Willette and her son Dennis W. Willette. Relatives and friends may visit with the family from... Read more →

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 5 for Edgar Tavener Jr., age 90 of Gloucester City who died Wednesday, Dec. 30th, 2009. Mr.Tavener was born in Gloucester City, and had been a resident of Gloucester City all his life. He served in the Army during WWII and was a mailman at Rowan University formerly Glassboro State College. Edgar was a member of American Legion Post 72 and Townsend C. Young VFW Post # 3620 in Gloucester City, NJ. Husband of Mildred (nee Kienzle), he is survived by his son, Kent Tavener (Kathy) of Gibbstown, daughters, Judy DiGiacomo (Vince)... Read more →

Note from CNB: Our sister City in Gloucester City MA is facing many of the same problems as our community of Gloucester City NJ. A poor infrastructure, a need to develop/revitalize our waterfront, negotiations with key municipal employees, a recession and much more. Follow the link below to see how Mayor Kirk plans to deal with their problems. GloucesterTimes.com The Mayor's Desk Carolyn Kirk Our generation of leadership is being called upon to face many challenges — none of them small: 1. We have an infrastructure that is at the end of its functioning lifespan. We are being called upon... Read more →

Yes, now there are two favorite candy shops where you may come in to buy all your favorite holiday chocolates and candies. Santa’s assistant candy maker, Mike Hall and his wife Barbara, owners of both shops, are proud of Duffy’s great long-standing reputation for the last 85 years. The Gloucester City shop is standing in the spot where there once was a Rose Garden located between the house and the store dating back to the 1800’s. Copper bowls, hundreds of molds for creating reindeer, snowmen, Santas, chocolate covered candy cones and other creative products now line the shelves in the... Read more →

Bill, I have been fighting with the City of Gloucester City about the VETERNS MEMORIAL at Broadway and Monmouth Street for a long time about the lighting; the lights are always out. The City representatives tell me they care for it. Yet whenever I check it at night the lights for our great FLAG are always never lit. I got tired of complaining and purposely waited 5 months until I could not take anymore and went back and complained and it still took 4 more weeks before they changed about $4 WORTH OF LIGHT BULBS. It seems to me it’s... Read more →

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LABBREE REALTY 23 N. BROADWAY GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 08030 856-456-8228 “Lovely four bedroom Colonial home in the city for sale”. What a great Christmas gift that would make for a large family. Labbree Realty, a family business, has sold many fine homes during the last 59 years. Bill Labbree, Sr. started in the real estate business with two other partners in an office in the neighboring Borough of Brooklawn. He had the opportunity to purchase the McGlade property on Broadway in Gloucester City and relocated there in 1979. Bill Jr. joined his father in 1993 in presenting homes for sale... Read more →

A LITTLE GUN-CONTROL HISTORY 2009 Dec 31 from Jerry Mores In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control. From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915 to 1917, 1..5 million Armenians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. Germany established gun control in 1938 and from 1939 to 1945, a total of 13 million Jews and others who were unable to defend themselves were rounded up and exterminated. China established gun control in 1935. From 1948 to 1952, 20 million political... Read more →

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HANDS ON ACCOUNTING ERIC CATALINA, CPA 39A S. BROADWAY GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 08030 856-456-6111 When it comes to expediting the term “hands-on”, Eric Catalina truly fulfills the definition of one who gives personal attention to/or of taking personal control of his customer’s records allowing him to keep the most accurate details of their accounting records. His clients include several Gloucester City businesses, local residents and accounts from the Tri-State area. The firm offers a 25 percent discount to Gloucester City residents and businesses. Rates are determined by the quantity of forms. One of the firm’s clients represents an advertising firm... Read more →

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By Dawn Watson (A Change of Topics)...Due to the recent number of minor (but still troubling) dog-on-dog skirmishes in and around our area I will be addressing that topic this week. If you are walking your dog and following all the city’s requirements about leashing and cleaning up after him you know you are a responsible dog owner, right? But what if you encounter dogs without their owners, dogs that are left outside to aggress at anything that passes by? Or, even worse, what if one of those dogs jumps the fence and begins fighting with your dog? Here are... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia NorthJersey.com: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 BY RICHARD COWEN The Record STAFF WRITER A proposed deer hunt on Garret Mountain has run into a wall of opposition, with animal lovers mobilizing to stop the culling and Passaic County Sheriff Jerry Speziale concerned there hasn’t been enough planning to ensure public safety. Speziale says the plan to close county-owned Garret Mountain and Rifle Camp Park and allow bow hunters to cull deer will take a lot of staffing. A resolution adopted by the Passaic County Freeholders calls for the parks to be closed on unspecified days in January and... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia HARRISBURG, PA (12/29/2009)(readMedia)-- Pennsylvania Turnpike travelers are reminded that tolls are set to go up by 3 percent at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010. New toll revenue from the increase - only the seventh in nearly 70 years - will mostly fund off-Turnpike infrastructure improvements. The increase, first announced a year ago, will provide supplemental funding for the commonwealth's non-tolled roads and bridges as well as mass-transit agencies. Revenue from the toll increase will finance debt service associated with the Turnpike Commission's Act 44 obligations. "This increase will allow PennDOT to boost infrastructure investment, improving... Read more →

Image via Wikipedia MARINE TRAFFIC.COM , Developed and Hosted by the Department of Product & Systems Design Engineering - University of the Aegean, Read the Terms of Use. Notices: Vessel positions may be up to one hour old or incomplete. Data is provided for informational reasons only and is not related by any means to the safety of navigation. All rights reserved. No part of MarineTraffic may be copied, reproduced or retransmitted in any material and form or by any other means, without the prior written permission of the Scientific Head and the University of the Aegean. VIEW THE MAP... Read more →

One Nation Under God." This simple phrase, added to the pledge of allegiance over 50 years ago has been the source of unbelievable debate and heated controversy. Likewise, the phrase 'In God We Trust' on our currency has been targeted and continues to be attacked as improper and politically incorrect. Lawsuits have been filed and legal minds employed to ascertain whether such statements violate the concept of 'separation of church and state'. As this debate continues, some so called experts have implied or concluded that our Founding Fathers and Patriots were not religious. These secular champions, in an effort to... Read more →

New program, part of improved data collection system, to help protect nation’s ocean resources December 29, 2009 Charter vessel anglers netting a salmon. (Credit: NOAA) Saltwater recreational fishermen have long expressed concerns about the data used to estimate the effects of recreational fishing on ocean resources and the nation’s economy. The National Saltwater Angler Registry, which launches on Friday, will help address that concern by providing a comprehensive list of the nation’s saltwater anglers that will be used to improve surveys of fishermen. These surveys are used by NOAA scientists to assess the health of fish stocks and to estimate... Read more →