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October 2013

Pine Hill Police Department Participating in Operation Take Back

The Pine Hill Police Department will be participating in Operation Take Back New Jersey on Saturday, October 26th, 2013 from 10:00am until 2:00pm. The event will be held at the Police Administration Building located at 48 West Sixth Avenue. The Department will be providing a safe and legal method for the residents of Pine Hill and surrounding jurisdictions to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medication. From the DEA website: The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) New Jersey (NJ) Division Operation Take Back NJ is to provide a safe and legal method for the citizens of New Jersey to dispose their unwanted, unused, and expired medicines. This program will afford New Jersey residents the opportunity to rid their homes of their unused, unwanted, and expired medicine. Several New Jersey county prescription drug abuse task forces and focus groups have recognized the need for efficient, secure, and environmentally sound... Read more →


Brooklawn players head to Fenway Park | The American Legion

English: Gate B of the Fenway Park (Photo credit: Wikipedia) source American Legion American Legion Baseball players and coaches from the 2013 Legion World Series championship team — Brooklawn, N.J., Post 72 — will receive special recognition on the field at Fenway Park in Boston during the Major League Baseball World Series. The team will be honored tonight, Thursday prior to the start of Game 2 when the Boston Red Sox take on the St. Louis Cardinals. The players and coaches already attended Game 1 last night and have memorable experiences from it. "The best experience was seeing Fenway Park and being a part of the Boston atmosphere," said Jonathan Theckston, catcher for Brooklawn. "I had an amazing experience at Fenway Park," said Steven Mondile. "The atmosphere was incredible, and I loved singing 'Sweet Caroline' with all of Boston. All in all, it's one of the best experiences I've had... Read more →


FDA to complete phase-out of chlorofluorocarbon inhalers

English: A chest X-ray demonstrating severe COPD. Note the small size of the heart in comparison to the lungs. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will complete its phase-out of all inhaler medical products containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) by Dec. 31, 2013. This effort is to comply with an international treaty to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the worldwide production of numerous substances, including CFCs, which contribute to ozone depletion. While most inhaler products containing CFCs have already been phased out by the FDA, two products currently remain on the market: Combivent Inhalation Aerosol and Maxair Autohaler. However, these products will no longer be available after the end of this year. People with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who use these inhalers should talk to their health care professional about a prescription for an alternative treatment. Inhalers are critical products for those persons suffering... Read more →


Indictment Charges Philadelphia Cop and Former Cop in Civil Rights Case

PHILADELPHIA PA (October 23, 2013)--An indictment unsealed today charges former Philadelphia Police Officer Joseph Harvey, 39, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with deprivation of civil rights under color of law, and Philadelphia Police Officer Sean Cahill, 34, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with making a material false statement, announced United States Attorney Zane David Memeger. Both defendants were arrested this morning. According to the indictment, Harvey, while acting under color of law as a police officer with the Philadelphia Police Department, instructed M.C. to remove all her clothing, thereby willfully depriving M.C. of the right, secured and protected by the United States Constitution and the law of the United States, to be free from an unreasonable seizure by a police officer. The indictment further alleges that defendant Cahill falsely claimed that he was with Harvey and that Harvey was never alone with M.C. at the time that M.C. alleged she was instructed by Harvey... Read more →


More than 40 % of middle and high schoolers who smoke use flavored cigars or flavored cigarettes

English: Diagram of a cigarette. Filter made of 95% cellulose acetate. Tipping paper to cover the filter. Rolling paper to cover the tobacco. Tobacco blend. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) press release October 22, 2013 Flavored little cigar smokers less likely to think about quitting tobacco use More than two out of every five middle and high school students who smoke report using either flavored little cigars or flavored cigarettes, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published in the Journal of Adolescent Health. This article, using data from the 2011 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS), is the first to measure how many American youth are using flavored little cigars and flavored cigarettes. The study also shows that among youth cigar smokers, almost 60 percent of those who smoke flavored little cigars are not thinking about quitting tobacco use, compared with just over 49 percent among all... Read more →


Norman T. Imperatore, of Bellmawr, WW II Army Veteran, Knights of Columbus Member

(October 19, 1921 - October 22, 2013) Norman T. Imperatore “Blacky”, on October 22, 2013, of Bellmawr. Age 92. Beloved husband of the late Katherine (nee Scarduzio). Devoted father of Elaine DiGiambattista (Peter). Loving grandfather of Peter A. DiGiambattista, Jr. (Rita) and Eileen Gorski (Philip J.) Great grandfather of Peter A., III, Regina K., Dominic H., Philip J., Jr. and Theodore P. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. Imperatore was an Army vet of WWII. He was an employee of Crown Cork & Seal and a member of Knights of Columbus Bronson Council. There will be a viewing from 7 to 9pm Thursday eve and 8 to 9am Friday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Mass 9:45am Friday at St. Rita of Cascia Parish, Mary, Mother of the Church, Bellmawr. Interment SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made... Read more →


SAINT CHARLES BORROMEO SEMINARY ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF TASK FORCE REPORT

AND DEFINED PLANS FOR FUTURE VIABILITY Plan will position the Seminary as the premier model of priestly formation in the country to meet the needs of our Church in the 21st century. In March 2013, a College Division Task Force was appointed by Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary’s Board of Trustees to conduct a thorough review of its College Division and the future viability of that program. The task force’s objective was to recommend a strategic plan to be implemented over the next three to five years to ensure a vibrant, sustainable house of formation and education for future generations of seminarians and lay students. The task force recently completed its work and unanimously recommended that the Archdiocese of Philadelphia re-establish Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary College as a new, reborn, free-standing College seminary, welcoming students from the United States and beyond. By changing the structure and governance of the Seminary, Saint... Read more →


Brooklawn American Legion Senior Players Will Be Honored at Fenway Park

photo credit cnbnews. net Brooklawn American Legion Post 72 players and coaches 2013 Legion World Series Championship Team source American Legion Baseball Press Release American Legion Baseball players and coaches from the 2013 Legion World Series championship team — Brooklawn, N.J., Post 72 — will receive special recognition on the field at Fenway Park in Boston during the Major League Baseball World Series. The team will be honored on Thursday prior to the start of Game 2 when the Boston Red Sox take on the St. Louis Cardinals. The players and coaches will also attend Game 1 on Wednesday, and visit historical sites around Boston. Brooklawn lost the American Legion World Series (ALWS) championship title in 2012 against New Orleans Post 125. But the 2012 runner-up claimed what it lost by defeating Petaluma, Calif., off a 10-run mercy rule during the 2013 ALWS in Shelby, N.C. It was the third... Read more →


Gloucester City Police Department Crime Report OCTOBER 14 THROUGH OCTOBER 20

CRIME REPORT October 14th – October 20th. 10/14/13 (3:00 pm) A two week investigation into the theft of copper piping from a building at Holt’s Logistics resulted in the arrest of Michael S. Cheetham (30), a resident of E. Brown Street and an employee at Holt’s Logistics. He was charged with Theft and Criminal Mischief. 10/14/13 (7:28 am) An employee of Sevenson Environmental Services reported sometime overnight, unknown person(s) broke the window of an excavator at their work site on Johnson Blvd. at Nicholson Road. 10/14/13 (1:00 pm) The owner of a vacant residence in the 200 block of Nicholson Road reported that sometime during the day, unknown person(s) entered the residence and removed copper piping from the basement. 10/14/13 (7:30 am) A resident of N. Broadway reported sometime overnight, unknown person(s) punctured the side walls of all four of her car tires with screws. 10/14/13 (2:59 pm) A resident... Read more →


Gloucester City Junior-Senior High School Evacuated Due To Bomb Threat « CBS Philly

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ--According to Superintendent Joseph Rafferty, a bomb threat was called in to Gloucester City Junior-Senior High School just before 1:00 p.m. Tuesday. The school district called emergency management and evacuated the students to a nearby elementary school. Bomb sniffing dogs searched and cleared the building around 2:40 p.m. Students then returned to the high school were allowed to get their things and go home. The elementary school was also checked as a precaution. An investigation into the incident is ongoing. read via philadelphia.cbslocal.com Read more →


Is Healthcare.gov Turning the Corner? Not So Fast

A screenshot from healthcare.gov. by Charles Ornstein ProPublica, Oct. 21, 2013, 11:08 a.m. In some ways, the Affordable Care Act seemed to catch a break last week. Republicans in Congress failed in their attempts to repeal the law or delay its implementation. At the same time, consumers and journalists began reporting success — after many failed attempts — at creating accounts onhealthcare.gov, the online home for the federal insurance marketplaces. They include Sarah Kliff of the Washington Post, Phil Galewitz of Kaiser Health News (after 63 tries) and, yes, me. Heck, the state of Delaware even got its first enrollee, albeit 11 days after healthcare.gov launched. But just as the front-end problems seemed to be getting worked out, even larger problems started popping up: namely, the back-end enrollment system that passes information between the government and insurance companies. Consider this from Bob Laszewski, a plain-spoken consultant, in an interview with... Read more →


Role in Drug Conspiracy Earns Philadelphia Man More Than 16 Years in Prison |cnbnews.net

PHILADELPHIA PA--Lawrence Wilson, 24, of Philadelphia, was sentenced today to 194 months in prison for his role in a large-scale drug organization responsible for transporting multiple kilograms of cocaine and hundreds of pounds of marijuana to the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Wilson’s brother, Michael, ran the organization. In addition to the conspiracy, Lawrence Wilson was a major participant in the kidnapping of two female drug couriers on January 17, 2011. The women had just returned from Los Angeles, California, with four suitcases containing marijuana and cocaine for the organization. While waiting for the suitcases at the baggage claim carousel at the Philadelphia International Airport, a rival drug trafficking organization stole one of the suitcases. Lawrence Wilson and other members of the organization believed the women had set up the robbery. Lawrence Wilson and co-conspirator held the women at gunpoint. Wilson was also involved in money laundering conspiracy, depositing approximately $5,000... Read more →


What Now

Volume XVIII No. 42: October 18, 2013 TAXPAYERS FOR COMMON SENSE--It's been a long couple of weeks. Billions of dollars wasted on a government shutdown that accomplished nothing and dragged down economic growth as the debt ceiling was threatened. And the deal finally passed sets us up for another throwdown in January of next year. Less seasoned budget watchdogs might look at this with gloom. But it doesn’t have to be this way. What happens in the next couple months can forestall yet another threat of government shutdown or default. Congress has gotten a last minute reprieve and the chance to do what’s right. The choice is up to them. First off, the agreement starts a budget conference committee that is supposed to hammer out the differences between the House and Senate top line discretionary spending numbers by December 13—that’s Friday the 13th to be exact. This is all well... Read more →


AARP’s Fuzzy Math on Social Security

from the Wall Street Journal – by Andrew Biggs - AARP—formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons—recently released a report proclaiming that “Social Security Generates Nearly $1.4 Trillion in Economic Activity and Supports More Than Nine Million Jobs.” As great as that sounds, AARP’s study is fundamentally flawed. Last year, Social Security paid out almost $715 billion in retirement, survivors and disability benefits. This money supports seniors, but according to AARP the gains don’t stop there. Retirees spend their benefits on food, for example, creating incomes for the supermarket owner and employees, who then spend these incomes, and so on. The report concludes: “Because of the multiplier effect, every dollar of Social Security paid out translates to almost two dollars in spending in the United States.” Sounds like magic. But what AARP overlooks is the money pulled out of the economy through Social Security payroll taxes to fund... Read more →


Proms and Alcohol Don't Mix

View The 2014 "Proms and Alcohol Don't Mix" Announcement Letter TRENTON – Acting Attorney General John Hoffman and Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control Director Michael Halfacre are calling on New Jersey high school students to send in their take on the negative effects of alcohol during the prom season for the seventh annual “Proms and Alcohol Don’t Mix” public service announcement contest. A letter from the Acting Attorney General was sent out this week to all New Jersey high school principals, asking schools to have their students work together on teams to develop scripts for a public service announcement. One overall winning entry will be selected and a number of additional entries will be chosen as runner-up winners. High school students who participate in developing these winning entries will be invited to a special party to recognize their accomplishment. The one overall winning entry will be produced and distributed for... Read more →


Police say white couple beaten by black teens in racially motivated Brooklyn attack

By Travis Gettys Police said a white couple was attacked by a group of black teens in a racially motivated assault last week in Brooklyn. Investigators said 30-year-old Ronald Russo had the green light about 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at Avenue U and East 58th Street when a group of about 10 teens illegally crossed the street, reported the New York Daily News. Russo honked his horn at the teens, police said, and they began kicking his car. Officers said Russo got out to check the damage, and the teens dragged him to the ground and began punching and kicking him as they shouted racial epithets. A 12-year-old girl in the group pulled Russo’s wife, Alanna Russo, from the car by her hair and threw her to the ground as she tried to call 911, police said. According to court documents, the teens screamed “get those crackers” and “get that... Read more →


George Dennis Lowers, of Deptford, age 61

LOWERS George Dennis On October 18, 2013. Age 61. Of Deptford. Loving son of the late George Dennis Lowers, Sr. and Doris Holbrook Lowers (nee Neal). Survived by many loving caregivers and friends at Kelsch Associates. George was born in Clayton and recently resided in Deptford. He was a longtime resident of Kelsch Associates Inc. George enjoyed wild west movies, music, old movies, going out to eat and had a real sweet tooth. He will be missed by everyone and was cherished by his caregivers and friends. Services and Burial will be private. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of George Dennis Lowers. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →


FELON WITH A GUN SENTENCED TO PRISON FOR SEVEN YEARS

press release October 21, 2013 William Temean (DOB 5/27/91), of Kings Highway, Swedesboro NJ was sentenced today (10/21) to seven years in New Jersey state prison after pleading guilty to being a convicted felon in possession of a weapon on 2/7/13. “Confinement is required for the adequate protection of society,” Superior Court Judge M. Christine Allen-Jackson said in sentencing Temean. Woolwich Township NJ police found a handgun in Temean’s residence while accompanying officers of the NJ Department of Corrections Intensive Supervision program for a random inspection of the residence. Temean was in the ISP program following his sentencing for several drug possession convictions. ISP allows state prison inmates to complete their sentences without incarceration but under close supervision. Read more →


AMAC: The Stench of a Political Power Grab

‘This was no confrontation between them and the Republicans; it was a showdown between them and the people of this country.’ - WASHINGTON, DC, Oct 18 – “There’s a foul odor emanating from the nation’s capital that should have Americans wrinkling their noses. It’s the stench of a political power-grab undertaken by ideologues intent on usurping the Constitutional rights of the people,” according to Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens. Weber said the bargain that ended the partial shutdown of the government and raised the nation’s debt ceiling was a “deal with the devil. We, the people, wanted reasonable concessions in exchange for the extension of credit—things like spending cuts and controls, a health care law that would treat us and those who enacted the law the same way and much-needed checks on the growth and power of government. We got none of these things because... Read more →


Rita Harbinson, Member of Magnolia Seniors, Gloucester Twp. 60 Club, Always Young Club

(September 1, 1924 - October 19, 2013) Rita R. Harbinson (nee Della Neva), on October 19, 2013, of Gloucester Township. Age 89. Beloved wife of Robert C. Harbinson. Loving mother of Maryanne Sampona (Martin Krasvetz), Robert W. Harbinson (Debbie Watson), Bruce Harbinson (Ellen), Joyce Brown, Arlene Harvey (Theodore) and the late Eileen, Kathy and Beverly. Mother-in-law of Robert Waters. Loving grandmother of 20 and great grandmother of 15. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Rita was the former president of the Magnolia Seniors, Gloucester Township 60+ Club and the Blackwood Always Young Club. She enjoyed dancing and spending time with her family. She was an active member of Our Lady of Hope RC Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing from 10:15 to 11:15am Thursday morning in the Chapel at Our Lady of Hope Parish, St. Agnes RC Church, 701 Little Gloucester Road, Blackwood, NJ... Read more →


Video: Boy Scout Leaders Topple Ancient Rock Formation in Utah

published on October 18, 2013/source Youtube The stone formation they destroyed was nearly 200 million years old, but the Boy Scout leaders who toppled it claim it posed an imminent threat. The 3 men responsible, who filmed their activity in Utah's Goblin Valley State Park and uploaded the footage to Facebook, may face felony charges. A copy of the video was posted on YouTube by the Salt Lake Tribune and shows a scene of giddy revelry. One of the men, "Glenn," is seen attempting to push over one of the park's signature stone formations, known as "goblins." When Glenn can't budge the rock, the man filming tells him to "wiggle it." He shifts position and pushes again; seconds later the delicate buttress that held the boulder aloft gives way, and the massive stone topples over. "We have now modified Goblin Valley," one of the men says in the video, soliciting... Read more →


Brooklawn Tree Commission Honors Former Councilman Tom MacAdams /cnbnews.net

photo credit Bruce Darriw L-R Shane, Erin, Dee, Tom and Colin Mac Adams with Krystlin Ziegler and Rebeccca Mac Adams BROOKLAWN NJ--The Brooklawn Shade Tree Commission honored former Borough Councilman Tom MacAdams on Saturday planting a tree at the Norge Circle. State Senator Donald Norcross along with Brooklawn Mayor Terry Branila were present to salute Tommy for his years of volunteer service to the community. Also present was Assemblyman Angel Fuentes. Tom served on council for 18 years. When he resigned former Camden County Freeholder Tom Gurick wrote the following tribute. In Brooklawn, an era has ended. Councilman Tom MacAdams has stepped down after serving honorably for 17 years on the Borough Council. It is all too fitting that Tommy be recognized and applauded for his many years of selfless contributions to the people of Brooklawn and the community of South Jersey. With the unwavering support of his wife Dee... Read more →


LETTERS: HOW MANY BELIEVE MAIL-IN-BALLOT VOTES GET COUNTED?

Is your vote really counted when it comes to mail in ballots ???? In a recent situation in the Camden County Metro Police Department the FOP and the PBA recently had an election where it was all mail-in-ballots. The FOP beat the PBA by two votes, 86-84. However, when representatives from the FOP and PBA went to Trenton to count the votes, PERC notified them that they found an additional three votes and they were not going to count them due to a "technicality". The PBA contested the ruling and the election was never certified. During the appeal, PERC admitted they found an additional six more ballots for a total of nine. PERC said 120 police officers did not vote. But, most of the 120 sworn police officers said they mailed in their ballots. In recent months State FOP President, Ed Brannigan, has been telling everyone that New Jersey Senator... Read more →


Jerry Tredanari Sr., of Williamstown, Owner of Tredanari Custom Upholstery

Jerome "Jerry" Tredanari, Sr. (March 7, 1922 - October 18, 2013) Jerome "Jerry" R. Tredanari, Sr., on October 18, 2013, of Williamstown, NJ. formally of Collingswood, NJ. Age 91. Born in South Philadelphia. Loving farther of Noreen Konopka (Ken), Lenny Gizzi, Jerome Tredanari, Jr., Marc Tredanari (Antonina), Joe Tredanari (Maryellen), Leonard Tredanari and Robert Tredanari. Dear brother of the late Len Tredanari, Adaline Corletto and Regina. Brother-in-law of Chiarina Tredanari. Also 11 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grand children and survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Jerry was a Renaissance man, also proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp during World War II and was a decorated Veteran. He was the owner of Tredanari Custom Upholstery for 50 years in Bellmawr NJ and was a Trade member in the National Society of Interior Design. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing from 10:30am to 12:30pm, Saturday... Read more →


Roy G. Mackey, Gloucester High Alumnus Class of '46, Played Football for the Gloucester Mustangs

Leroy G. Mackey, on October 19, 2013, age 84, of Blackwood, NJ. Born in Camden NJ,Predeceased parents- Leroy & Emma Mackey & predeceased sister Emma Whilden Beloved Husband of Edna (Allchin)Devoted Father of Linda/Frank Procaccini- Collings Lake NJ, Roy/Jane Mackey- Gloucester NJ, Janice/ Danny Laudisio- Sewell NJ, Lou Gaetjens- MT. Ephraim, Nancy/ Ollie Underwood- Deptford NJ, Ruth/Otis Smith- Woodbury Heights NJ, Kathy/ Kent Tavner, Gibbstown NJ. Loving Grandfather of Frank, Michelle, Nick, Brian, Jarrod, Lorie, Jenai, Alicia, Louis, Cindy, Tracie, Barbara, Ollie, Derek, Jason, David, Kent, Michael. Loving Great Grandfather 28. Graduated in 1946 from Gloucester High School/ played for Gloucester Mustangs, semi-pro football team in the 1950's/ worked for Campbell's Soup in Camden NJ for 47 years. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his viewing Tuesday from 9 to 10:30 AM at the MAHAFFEY - MILANO Funeral Home 11 E. Kings Hwy. Mt. Ephraim, NJ Related articles... Read more →


NEW EDITION OF BIG GAME RECORDS BOOK ON SALE

Pennsylvania’s all-time ranking updated for 2013. Pennsylvania’s official all-time ranking of trophy big-game animals has been updated for 2013 and is available for sale from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. The new edition of the Pennsylvania Big Game Records book includes nearly 200 new entries. And to make them easier to identify, and to show where they stack up historically, entries from the 2012-13 hunting seasons appear in bold type in the 2013 book. “Hunters for years have turned to the Pennsylvania Big Game Records book as a valuable tool to show where trophy animals are being harvested,” said Bob D’Angelo, coordinator for the Game Commission’s Big Game Records Program. “This small change of bolding entries in the 2013 book gives prominence and context to the most-recent record harvests, and gives the whole book a fresh, new feel.” The new book nearly doubles the number of entries for record bear harvests... Read more →


Gloucester Mustangs Face the Haddon Township Hawks

press release The 80 pound Mustangs in action against Haddon Township #21 Stevie Cannings and #92 William Rodgers both scored TDs for 60s JV HADDON TOWNSHIP NJ--The Gloucester Mustangs traveled to Haddon Twp to face off against the Hawks. The 60s opened up the weekend with a big win over the Hawks. Ryan Malone led the rushing attack with 3 TDs. Anthony Capano & Mason Widman added rushing TDs and Widman had two extra points. The defense had their 3rd shutout in as many weeks, and scored a TD on Mason Widman's 85 yd fumble return. Gloucester moved to (6-0) on the year. The 80s followed suit with another impressive victory with a 43-7 win over the Hawks. Josh Dockery, John Daily, and Jacob Zearfoss combined for 5 rush TDs leading a powerful ground game for the Mustangs. Zearfoss also added an INT return and Kick return for Touchdowns. Daily... Read more →


Cowboys vs. Eagles 2013 results: Nick Foles ineffective, injured in loss to Dallas

SB Nation By Kenneth Arthur  @KennethArthurS on Oct 20 2013, 4:27p + Elsa The Cowboys defense locked down Chip Kelly's offense and moved into first place in the NFC East, while Eagles QB Matt Barkley made his NFL debut. The Cowboys and Eagles entered play on Sunday tied for first in the NFC East with 3-3 records, but Dallas pulled away in the second half and beat Philadelphia 17-3 to move into first all by themselves. A week after a four-touchdown performance against the Buccaneers, Eagles QB Nick Foles was just 11-of-29 for 80 yards and no touchdowns before leaving in the fourth quarter with a head injury. With starter Michael Vick injured on the sidelines, Foles was replaced by rookie Matt Barkley but that did not improve their chances on Sunday. Barkley threw three interceptions on 20 pass attempts. Cowboys QB Tony Romo wasn't a whole lot better,... Read more →


Two Pedestrians Struck By A Vehicle As They Were Crossing The Street

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ--Saturday, October 19, 2013, at approximately 07:11 P.M., a grandmother and her three year old grandson had just finished shopping at the Shop-Rite grocery store and were in the process of walking back to her residence. As they were crossing Blackwood-Clementon Road, they were struck by a vehicle. The vehicle's operator, Deborah Blatt was attempting to make a left hand turn onto Blackwood-Clementon Road from Kelly Drivers Lane and struck both of them. She stopped her vehicle and the police department was contacted about the collision. Upon the officer's arrival, the pedestrians were found lying in the roadway. Officers immediately rendered first aid until medical personnel arrived. Both pedestrians were transported to Cooper Hospital for continued medical care and both are reported to be in stable condition at the time of this media release. The roadway was shut down for approximately 3 hours and the crash remains under... Read more →


Where will Bryzgalov End Up?

Fan IQ October 17, 2013 Two seasons into his nine-year deal with the Philadelphia Flyers, 33-year-old netminder Ilya Bryzgalov was never comfortable in the orange, white and black jersey and ended up being bought out by the team this past off-season. That was strike one. Strike two occurred today when Bryzgalov wasreleased from his tryout with the East Coast Hockey League’s (ECHL) Las Vegas Wranglers. According to ESPN hockey scribe Pierre Lebrun, Bryzgalov and his agent Rich Winter are hoping that he does not strike out. Winter told Lebrun that his client is waiting for the right opportunity and will continue to train until that opportunity comes along. It is kind of hard to believe that no NHL team has a need for him this season. Yes, Bryzgalov is quirky and yes, he had two tough years in Philadelphia but deep down somewhere in Bryzgalov, there is more than a... Read more →


Special Ops Command Seeks Prototypes for 'Iron Man Suit'

By David Vergun Army News Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2013 - U.S. Special Operations Command wants its operators to be protected with what it informally calls an "Iron Man suit," named after the fictional superhero. An artist's rendering of what the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit might look like with its desired capabilities. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency courtesy graphic (Click photo for screen-resolution image);high-resolution image available. In September, Socom announced it is seeking proposals for prototypes of the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit, or TALOS. The goal of TALOS is to provide ballistic protection to Special Operations Forces, along with fire-retardant capability, said Michel Fieldson, TALOS lead for Socom. "We sometimes refer to it as the 'Iron Man' suit, frankly, to attract the attention, imagination and excitement of industry and academia," Fieldson said. "We're hoping to take products we're developing in several technology areas and integrating them into a... Read more →


LIVING THE GOSPEL OF LIFE

ARCHBISHOP CHAPUT’S WEEKLY COLUMN: PHILADELPHIA PA--Exactly 15 years ago this fall, America’s bishops issued a pastoral letter called Living the Gospel of Life. Even today, with the passage of time, this remains no ordinary Church text. I believed then, and I believe now, that it’s the best document ever issued by the U.S. bishops on the priorities of Catholic engagement in our nation’s public life. In writing it, the bishops sought to apply Pope John Paul II’s great encyclical Evangelium Vitae (“The Gospel of Life”) to the American situation. The heart of their statement, paragraph No. 23, stresses that: “Opposition to abortion and euthanasia does not excuse indifference to those who suffer from poverty, violence and injustice. Any politics of human life must work to resist the violence of war and the scandal of capital punishment. Any politics of human dignity must seriously address issues of racism, poverty, hunger, employment,... Read more →


Prescription for Fraud Internet Pharmacy Operator Gets Jail Time

10/18/13 A Florida man has been sentenced to prison for his role in importing cancer drugs manufactured overseas and then illegally selling them to doctors in the U.S.—and two doctors who bought the deeply discounted medicines have been held accountable as well. Martin Paul Bean pled guilty to selling unapproved and misbranded drugs, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud, and other federal violations and was sentenced recently to two years in prison. View Note 'Note to Physicians' A Pennsylvania oncology practice was recently fined $100,000 for using unapproved cancer drugs, and the magistrate who imposed the fine also ordered the practice to place an advertisement in two medical journals warning of the dangers of using such drugs. The ad, which will appear in upcoming issues of the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association, is titled “Note to Physicians” and states, in part,... Read more →


Burlco Sheriff & Willingboro 21st Century Program To Present Free Teen Seminars

The Burlington County Youth Services Advisory Council has awarded $9,150 in grant funding to support a collaborative effort between the Burlington County Sheriff’s Department and the Willingboro 21st Century Afterschool Community Learning Program to conduct two one-day teen seminars this fall. “These one-day conferences are designed to inspire at-risk youth between the ages of 12 and 15 to begin planning for a bright future,” said Burlington County Sheriff Jean Stanfield. “Teens often do not realize that the choices they make at a young age can impact their future as adults,” said Sheriff Stanfield. “This grant provides us with an amazing opportunity to open their eyes as to what they can achieve later by preparing now.” The “All About You” conferences will be held on Saturday, November 16th for females and Saturday, December 14th for males both at the Emergency Services Training Center, 53 Academy Drive, Westampton, N.J. The free program... Read more →


Gotham Gym Uses Boxing and More To Become A Big Hit Downtown

By Mike Gotham Gym owner Rob Piela will make you a Lord of the Ring. Exercise motivation can be tough for some people from summer into fall and then winter. However, just because it is getting colder outside doesn’t mean you can’t toughen up with a fun health and fitness regimen. One of the most important plans is finding the right gym – one that is fun and stimulating. I recently found a fantastic alternative: Gotham Gym, a private facility in the West Village (600 Washington St), features a boxing ring and passionate trainers and members. The Gotham vibe is edgy. “We want our members to feel at home here,” explains owner Rob Piela. We pride ourselves on being authentic and getting results.” At Gotham, members feel the energy immediately after walking through the doors, and spotting the screen playing old fights of Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson. Electrifying music... Read more →


TCNJ STOPS MORRISVILLE ON HOMECOMING

press release FINAL SCORE: The College of New Jersey 21, Morrisville State College 20 Morrisville State College (3-3, 2-1) vs. The College of New Jersey (4-2, 3-0 NJAC) October 19, 2013; Lions’ Stadium; Ewing, NJ Ewing, NJ ….. In a game that featured the New Jersey Athletic Conference’s best defense and its best offense, it was those two units that took center stage when the game was on the line. The College of New Jersey’s league-best defense won out, stopping Morrisville State College on a 4th-and-5 in the final minute of the game as the Lions celebrated homecoming with a 21-20 victory. The win was the fourth straight for the Lions as they moved to 3-0 in the conference standings and 4-2 overall. The loss halted Morrisville’s own three-game win streak as the Mustangs are now an even 3-3 overall and 2-1 in the NJAC. The outcome came down to... Read more →


Kiwanis Club Promotes Healthy Diet

Kiwanis members Bob Fonash (standing), Tom Wager, Pat Wilson, Kirk Popiolek, Andy Wager (sitting) and Ron Ruban want you to help support the Kiwanis youth programs in HADDONFIELD NJ-- The USDA Food Pyramid recommends two servings of fruit for the healthy adult daily diet. To aid the community in achieving this recommendation, the Kiwanis Club of the Haddons is conducting its annual Florida Fruit Sale today through November 22, 2013. Offered this year are high quality 2/5 bushel (20 pound) boxes of either naval oranges, tangelos, ruby red grapefruit or mixed orange/ grapefruit for $22 per box. Also available are a 23-25 lb box Apples-Oranges-Grapefruit for $28 per box and a 23-25 lb box Tangelos-Oranges-Grapefruit for $26 per box. To place an order call John D. Wilson, Kiwanis Club of the Haddons, at (856) 858-1640 or e-mail at [email protected]. Order forms are available at the club website, www.HaddonsKiwanis.com. All orders... Read more →


Rowan University over Wesley College

Rowan University (Photo credit: Wikipedia) GLASSBORO, NJ – Quarterback Bill McCarty’s 71-yard touchdown pass to wideout Frankie Goris with 3:03 to play gave Rowan University a 24-17 win over #11 Wesley College on Saturday. The Profs are 4-2 overall, while the Wolverines have an overall mark of 5-2. Rowan has a 7-0 all-time against Wesley. Rowan quarterback Paul Hamersma (so. Tenafly, NJ/Tenafly) was 7 of 18 for 53 yards before he left the game in the third quarter with an injury. McCarty (so. Williamstown, NJ/Williamstown) finished the game and completed four passes in five attempts for 81 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Withler Marcelin (so. Ocean Twp., NJ/Ocean Twp) ran the ball 24 times for a career-high 163 yards. Wideout Todd Guillaume (so. Irvington, NJ/Immaculate Conception) made three catches for 28 yards, while Goris (so. Fort Lee, NJ/Fort Lee) caught two passes for 75 yards and one touchdown. On... Read more →


CATHOLIC LEAGUE: NYC Mayoral Candidates on Religion

October 17, 2013 Bill Donohue comments on the role that religion is playing in the race for the new mayor of New York City: New York is a secular town, but mayoral candidates usually say at least something about the public role of religion. Neither Joe Lhota, the Republican candidate, nor Bill de Blasio, the Democratic candidate, has said anything. It's as if religious liberty issues don't exist. In terms of their outreach to religious communities, they are both bending over backward to please Jews and Muslims, but Catholics are all but invisible to them. Is there a synagogue in Brooklyn that these two men haven't visited? Is there an African-American church that de Blasio hasn't spoken in? Just yesterday, both Lhota and de Blasio said the public schools should close on two Muslim holidays. "The origins of this nation [are] people of many different faiths coming together," said de... Read more →


NFL 'Boys, Eagles out to put teeth in East

FOX SPORTS OCTOBER 17, 2013 Tony Romo and Nick Foles hook up Sunday in Philadelphia. Updated Oct 17, 2013 4:39 PM ET The Dallas Cowboys play the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. For the love of Luis Zendejas, will one of them please stop sputtering? If you’re too young to remember Zendejas, you’re too young to remember when the NFC East wasn’t a punch line. We’ve all enjoyed a good laugh at Jerry Jones’ expense — but enough is enough. As much as you may hate overhyped, big-market bullies, the NFL is a better place when the NFC East has a fearsome team (or teams). We mean no disrespect to the West, South or any other direction — but let’s be honest. While teams like the Seahawks and Chiefs make great stories, how many people spit up their coffee when Kansas City is discussed over breakfast? Then there are the Cowboys,... Read more →


The 7 Minute Hit Workout /Boxing site

Can’t make it into the gym today? No problem! Try a few rounds of the exercises below—they’ll have you sweating in no time. Since all the exercises are using body weight only, you have no excuses! “The 7 Minute Hit Workout” Perform each exercise at 30-second intervals, taking 10 second rests in-between (if you need). Repeat entire circuit up to three times! · Jumping Jacks · Wall Sit · Push Ups · Crunches · Chair Step Ups · Squats · Tricep Dips · Plank · High Knees · Lunges · Push Up Rotations · Side Plank (Found this workout on PopSugar!) Also, don’t forget to fuel up post workout! The hour or two following your workout is the most vital time to get nutrients back into your body. Depending on what you choose, this can help you rebuild the tissue that breaks down during exercise. Here are a few of... Read more →


Cape May, The only place to celebrate fall !

press release Beginners to experienced nature lovers can enjoy a variety of field trips, programs, and workshops. Special evening programs with Scott Whittle, Tom Stephenson, and John Kricher, boat excursions, hawk banding and monarch tagging demonstrations, and more. Friendly and easy-paced field trips to Cape May's birding hotspots are led by some of North America's finest naturalists. Festival bird checklist can tally close to 200 species. If conditions are right, there is the possibility of a "fall-out" and there is no better place to experience this phenomenon than at Cape May, NJ. Join us at the Migration Mainline for NJ Audubon's Cape May Autumn Birding Festival / THE Bird Show New Jersey Audubon has fostered awareness and respect for our natural world since 1897. New Jersey Audubon is an independent, privately supported,not-for-profit,membership organization; not affiliated with National Audubon. For more information Related articles 65th Annual Cape May Autumn Birding Festival... Read more →


Video: Some Philly Cops Not Very Nice

Philly Officers Love Stop-and-Frisk, Hate Basketball | News | Philadelphia Magazine The video below is now part of the Internal Affairs investigation intoOfficer Philip Nace, who became nationally infamous last week on secretly recorded video showing him treating a stop-and-frisk suspect … rudely. “Internal affairs is conducting a full scale investigation on the incident, however, just based on what we can see, that’s not something that’s tolerated. I mean, what we can see, it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see what he’s doing there,” Lt. John Stanford of the Philadelphia Police Department said. Nace is reportedly on desk duty while Internal Affairs completes its fast-tracked investigation. Read More About: Bad Behavior, Philadelphia Police via www.phillymag.com Read more →


First Graders Visit Pine Hill Municipal and Police Building

PINE HILL NJ --Today, October 18, 2013 over 80 First Grade students from the John H. Glenn Elementary School visited the Pine Hill Municipal Building and Pine Hill Police Department. Mayor Green and Council President McCullen provided the group with historical information about the Borough and a question /answer session regarding the government of Pine Hill. Questions ranged from “Do you live here?” to “ What does a Mayor do?”. Council President McCullen guided the students through a tour of the Council Chambers and other Municipal Offices, while providing interesting facts for each office. All of the students were introduced to Chief Christopher Winters, Lt. Charles Stettler and SRO Jason Rowello. They then were given a tour of the Administrative Offices of the Pine Hill Police Administration Building, along with the Patrol Room, Processing Area, Training Room and Holding Cell. Each student was given an opportunity to have their fingerprint... Read more →


Former Pittsburgh Police Chief Admits Diverting Office Funds, Failing to File Federal Tax Returns

OCTOBER 18, 2013 PITTSBURGH—Former Pittsburgh Police Chief Nathan E. Harper pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of conspiracy and willful failure to file income tax returns, United States Attorney David J. Hickton announced today. Harper, 60, of Pittsburgh, pleaded guilty to five counts before United States District Judge Cathy Bissoon. “This case is about greed and the theft of taxpayer money for private gain,” stated U.S. Attorney Hickton. “Public officials, especially those who serve in law enforcement, have a responsibility to make governmental decisions in the best interests of the citizens, not themselves.” FBI Special Agent in Charge Gary Douglas Perdue added, “Investigating public corruption remains one of the FBI’s highest priorities. We will continue to pursue public officials who violate federal law.” “Each of us is responsible for filing correct and accurate tax returns,” said Special Agent in Charge Akeia Conner. “No public official gets a free pass... Read more →


CSF Teams up with Richard Childress in Support of Sportsmen's Issues

October 17, 2013/press release (Washington, DC) - Among the great views of Childress Vineyards, the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF), along with NASCAR legend and CSF Board of Directors member Richard Childress, hosted the 9th annual "Wine, Wheels & Wildlife" reception and dinner in Lexington, North Carolina yesterday. The event served as an opportunity to bring the NASCAR and hunting and fishing communities together to underscore the importance for sportsmen and women to have a voice in the halls of government and for attendees to enjoy the beautiful landscape and wine of Childress Vineyards. Over 300 hunting and fishing enthusiasts, NASCAR representatives, sports legends, state legislators, and outdoor industry organizations and agencies from across the country gathered for "Wine, Wheels & Wildlife." The event gave supporters of CSF the chance to enjoy outdoor activities, a raffle, and a live auction. CSF President, Jeff Crane opened the event and gave a special... Read more →


Olympic Black Power Salute at 45 / LA Progressive

By David A. Love October 16th marks the 45th anniversary of an iconic moment in sports history, in African-American history and in civil rights history. On this day in 1968, at the Olympics Games in Mexico City, two black U.S. medalists—Tommie Smith and John Carlos—took the victory stand with their heads bowed and eyes closed, their hands raised with black gloves, and fists clenched. Their “black power salute” during the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner was a silent protest by these athletes against racial injustice, and their statement, viewed then as a controversial combination of Olympic sports and politics, sent shock waves throughout the games. Although the now legendary photo of the two men standing with clenched fists is universally recognized, the story behind the story is seldom mentioned, much less taught in schools. The actions of Smith—the gold medalist in the 200-meter race—and Carlos—the bronze winner—must be viewed within... Read more →


TRAIL OF TWO CITIES A POPULAR EVENT FOR BOTH RUNNERS AND WALKERS

news release October 1, 2013 Ocean City's TRAIL OF TWO CITIES 5K Run/Walk over the new Causeway between Ocean City and Somers Point on Nov. 2 provides a spectacular experience for both runners and walkers alike. If you're a runner you get to test your endurance over the high inclines of the bridges. If you're a walker you are able to enjoy the scenic wetlands, and bay plus a panoramic view of the City. Bring a camera and wow your friends with some great photos. The run is open to all ages from 9 and under to 70 and over. It starts 8 a.m. at the Ocean City Transportation Center, 9thand Haven Ave. Pre registration received by Oct. 30 is $25, day of race at Transportation Center is $30. No mail-ins after Oct. 26. To be considered pre-registered all forms must be received by Oct. 24. Family Rate: Immediate families... Read more →


GLOUCESTER CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME REPORT OCTOBER 7 THROUGH OCTOBER 14

10/7/13 (6:57 pm) Officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of Somerset Street for a report of an intoxicated female screaming profanities and threatening her mother. The female continued this behavior after being warned to stop by the officers. Linda Powell (48), a resident of Somerset Street, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and bench warrants. She was remanded to Camden County Jail after failing to post bail for the bench warrants. 10/7/13 (7:01 pm) Todd Edwards (45), a resident of Market Street, was charged with Drinking in Public due to the fact he was walking on Sussex Street consuming a 22oz. can of Natural Ice beer. 10/7/13 (10:03 pm) An officer observed two men walking on Market Street at Joy Street consuming cans of Natural Ice beer. Joseph M. Hartzell Jr. (28), a resident of Market Street and John Gergely 2nd. (34), a resident of S. Broadway, were... Read more →