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Joanne P. Wenger On August 23, 2014. Age 71. Of Gloucester City. Cherished daughter of the late Frank and Mary Wenger. Predeceased by her sister Doris McGinley. Loving aunt of Robert K. McGinley, Jr. (Carol) and Donna VanDexter (Richard Sr.) Cherished great aunt of Jen, Kimmy and Ricky and great-great aunt of Briana, Dominic, Jimmy and Jackson. Joanne was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City and recently resided at Gloucester Towne. She was a graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School class of 1961, where she was a member of the All Girl Drum and Bugle Corps who participated in the Presidential Inaugural Parade for President John F. Kennedy. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Wednesday morning from 9 to 11 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Catholic funeral service 11 AM in the funeral home. Inurnment private in New St. Mary’s Cemetery,... Read more →

On August 20, 2014. Age 80. Of Bellmawr. Loving husband of 56 years to the late Anna M. (nee Domard). Loving father of Michael Vandetty, Mark Vandetty and Christine DiBiase (Dominic). Dear brother of Georgeanna, the late Bernice and the late Robert. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Sunday evening, August 24, 2014 from 6 to 8 PM at the HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 9 White Horse Pike, Haddon Heights. On Monday morning, August 25, 2014, Rite of Committal 11 AM in New St. Mary’s Cemetery Mausoleum, Bellmawr. There will be no morning viewing. In lieu of flowers the family asks donations to NJ Foundation for the Blind: 230 Diamond Spring Rd., Denville, NJ 07834. In the memo, please write: Carmen Vandetty. Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME. PH:856-456-1142 via www.mccannhealey.com Related articles Damian D. Scott, of Bellmawr age 29 -cnbnews.net Joseph Kowalski, US Army Veteran, Retired... Read more →

Vol. I No. 9 (August 24 , 2014) Editors Note: Every Sunday evening at 7 pm we will post a weekly comic strip on CNBNews provided by cartoonist Dave Wolfe, age 13. Dave has been drawing since he was 5 years old, he knew he wanted to be a cartoonist at the age of 8. He’s been distributing his comics in school since 3rd grade. (click on the image to enlarge) BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING Related articles CNBNews Comics: JEROME by Dave Wolfe CNBNews Comics: JEROME by Dave Wolfe CNBNews Comics: JEROME by Dave Wolfe Read more →

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Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington August 11, 2014 Comcast Corp. and Time Warner Cable (TWC) are spending tens of thousands of dollars to honor a federal regulator who will rule on their proposed merger. In May, a little more than a month after the two companies requested Federal Communications Commission (FCC) review of the deal, TWC made a $22,000 contribution to a nonprofit group in honor of FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn. The company reported making the contribution to the Walter Kaitz Foundation, an industry group that seeks to advance the contributions of women and multi-ethnic professionals in cable. The contribution is likely tied to the 31st Annual Walter Kaitz Foundation Fundraising Dinnerscheduled for September 17, 2014, at which Commissioner Clyburn will be honored. TWC is listed as a “benefactor” on the event’s supporters’ page and the cost of a “benefactor” level table package at the dinner is $22,000.... Read more →

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Ronell Coleman and Shawn Hammock were all dressed up with one place to go: the Little League World Series. On Thursday, both sported the orange caps they wore 31 years ago, when they were members of the last Jackie Robinson West team to qualify for the tournament. They also wore T-shirts with… Read more →

BROOKLAWN NJ--Police are looking for a man who robbed an 85-year-old woman on Wednesday, August 20, 2014. according to Channel 6 Action News. The victim was putting groceries into her car outside Brown's ShopRite store at the Brooklawn Shopping Center, when the man pulled up to her and asked for directions, police said. He then grabbed the wallet out of her hand and drove away, heading east on Kings Highway. The victim said the robber was skinny and short, with a sunken face. Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to contact Brooklawn police at 856-456-0750. Related articles THIS JUST IN: Woman Assaulted at the Brooklawn Shopping Center; Suspects Arrested | cnbnews Drug Deal Gone Bad! Brooklawn Police Investigating Stabbing Incident Brooklawn Police Department Very Busy During The Month of December | cnbnews.net Read more →

President Barack Obama gave vent this week to an uncharacteristic show of emotion over the barbaric beheading of American journalist James Foley by the militant jihadi group the Islamic State. He denounced the group as a "cancer" in the region and accused it of rampaging "across cities and villages, killing unarmed civilians in cowardly acts of… Read more →

press release August 22, 2014 Pilesgrove Township, N.J. – On August 15, the New Jersey State Police reached out to the public on Facebook and Twitter, asking for assistance with identifying suspects caught on camera committing a theft. Within hours the tips and comments came pouring in. Several days later, three people were arrested and charged and two separate cases were solved. Troopers from Woodstown Station arrested Joshua Figarola, 24, and Theodore Figarola, 52, both of Williamstown, N.J., and Robert Mayers, 27, of Mullica Hill, N.J., after receiving a flood of tips from social media users who saw the images of the suspects stealing scrap metal. On August 7, Tpr. Michael Legatie began an investigation of a theft of scrap metal from a residence located on Whig Lane in Pilesgrove Township. A deer camera set up on the property by the victim captured multiple images of suspects committing the crime.... Read more →

SEASIDE HEIGHTS-The New Jersey Department of Transportation's timetable to resume construction projects along the storm battered Route 35 corridor between Point Pleasant and Island Beach State Park is nearing. In the department's last statement, construction could resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, the day after Labor Day. For the summer, contractors were not allowed to work on… Read more →

MIAMI — A grisly recording of Islamic jihadists decapitating an American journalist that was posted on the Internet Tuesday revealed more than just the group's pitiless, homicidal soul. It also uncorked one of the Middle East's dirty little secrets: that a Florida man has been held hostage in Syria for a year by militants who now… Read more →

Thanks to Bill Tourtual for the information. Have a Hunting/Fishing story? Send to [email protected] HOMER ALASKA-- Jackson Hobbs of Idaho landed a 335-pound halibut Tuesday while fishing with Venturess skipper Travis Larson of Alaska Premier Sportfishing in Homer, Alaska, to take the lead in the derby, which runs through September 15, the Alaska Dispatch News reported. His huge halibut surpassed the previous leader by 57 pounds, and would have been big enough to win 16 of the previous 28 derbies dating to the event’s beginning in 1986. The biggest derby winner weighed 376 pounds. If his halibut remains the leader until the finish of the derby, Hobbs will win $10,000, plus 50 cents per derby ticket sold. Last year’s winner received $21,281, and four years ago the payout was $40,610. Started:May 15, 2014 Ends:Sept 15, 2014 The Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby is the longest running halibut competition with the largest... Read more →

CAMDEN, NJ—An Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, man was sentenced Thursday to 57 months in prison for trafficking millions of dollars in contraband cigarettes, laundering the proceeds through his South Jersey store and participating in a $2 million mortgage scheme in New York, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced. Muhammad Shafique, 44, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Noel L. Hillman to charges of conspiracy to traffic contraband cigarettes, conspiracy to commit money laundering and conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud. Judge Hillman imposed the sentence today in Camden federal court. According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court: From June 2010 through February 2012, Shafique engaged in a large-scale operation to traffic 149,668 cases of contraband cigarettes and defraud New Jersey of more than $4 million dollars in tax revenue. Shafique purchased the cigarettes from undercover officers and then laundered the proceeds through... Read more →

WOODBURY NJ--The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office, assisted by the Gloucester City Police Department and the Deptford Police Department, executed a search warrant Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at a King Street residence in Gloucester City this past week. As a result of a three-month investigation authorities say they arrested four Gloucester City men, and confiscated 26 pounds of marijuana, cash, a handgun, and a 32-round magazine. Three vehicles were also impounded. The arrests were made with help from Deptford and Gloucester City police, prosecutor's office spokesman Bernie Weisenfeld said. The suspects are: 23-year-old Dillon Christensen-Bard, 20-year-old Anthony Fleckenstein, 24-year-old Francis Glassmire, and 23-year-old Joseph Harker. All are facing charges of possessing and intending to sell marijuana. They are also facing weapons charges. THOSE CHARGED ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN OTHERWISE Related articles Deptford officer arrested in shooting at his home Man shot by Deptford officer dies, says family Fugitive Caught in... Read more →

William J. Flynn Jr., who managed Billy Flynn’s Sports Shop, 118 N. Broadway, Gloucester City for many years, passed away on July 25, 2014 at his home in Ft. Pierce, Florida. He was 71 years old. His father and mother, William “Billy” and Dot Flynn Sr. owned the sports shop for decades before they retired and moved to Ft. Pierce. Mr. Flynn Sr. is deceased but his wife Dot still resides in Florida. Bill Jr., was born in Camden, NJ in 1943. He graduated from Gloucester Catholic High School, Class of 1961. He was an avid sports fan and fisherman. Besides his mother, he is survived by longtime companion, Nell Yager, and brother, Michael F. Flynn of Turnersville, NJ. Funeral services were private. Related articles Joseph V. Flynn Jr., of Cinnaminson, US Army Vietnam War Veteram, Gloucester Catholic HS Class of 63 Alumnus Brian J. Brittingham of Glendora, former NJCAA... Read more →

PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers head football coach Kyle Flood announced Friday the hiring of Ralph Friedgen as offensive coordinator and Bob Fraser as special teams coordinator/linebackers coach, along with the promotion of Joe Rossi to defensive coordinator. “We got significantly better as a football program today,” said Flood. “All three of these coaches have proven track records as excellent tacticians and recruiters.” One of the nation’s most highly acclaimed offensive coaches, Friedgen has coordinated the offense for both a collegiate national champion (Georgia Tech in 1990) and a Super Bowl team (San Diego in 1994). He is known as an offensive tactician who utilizes multiple looks and features a balanced offense both through the air and on the ground. Prior to joining Flood’s staff at Rutgers, the Harrison, N.Y., native spent 10 years (2001-10) as head coach at the University of Maryland. Friedgen directed the Terps to unprecedented heights in... Read more →

CNBNews Staff GLOUCESTER CITY NJ--A frightful motorcycle accident Tuesday night around 9:45pm, August 19, in the 300-unit block of Powell Street left one man dead and a 15-year Gloucester City boy in critical condition. Gloucester City police said the motorcycle, operated by Michael J. Rivera, 32, of Camden struck the boy. Rivera, who was not wearing a helmet, was taken to Cooper University Hospital where he was pronounced dead Tuesday night, authorities said. Rivera's passenger, a woman whose identity was not released, and the boy also were taken to Cooper. The woman was treated and released. Authorities reported the teen remains hospitalized, but they did not give the status of his condition. Gloucester City Police Chief George Berglund said speed appears to have been a factor. On Wednesday, Dorian Gray, 16, who identified himself as the teen's best friend, told the Courier Post that he was walking with the 15-year-old... Read more →

Keyport, NJ – Maaco, America’s Bodyshop, is proud to announce the grand opening of a new center in Keyport, New Jersey located at 395A Clark Street. This unique Maaco location, also known as the Maaco Truck Shop, specializes in collision repair, painting, frame repair and re-identification services on all large vehicles and construction equipment. Owners and Operators, Mary Rose and Scott Bailey have been Maaco owners for more than a decade with a retail location located at 77 Highway 35. “Whether it's an accident, wear and tear or a re-identification color change, our PPG certified painters and I-CAR certified technicians can handle all of your needs,” said Scott Bailey, Owner. “Our modern office, special procedures and clean friendly environment lead to an excellent experience whether it’s an accident claim or a complete refinishing. We are beyond excited to start servicing trucks of all sizes in the greater New York area.”... Read more →

Myrtle Beach in South Carolina (Photo credit: Wikipedia) MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Aug. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting in mid-August through October, VisitMyrtleBeach.com is offering unbeatable vacation packages for visitors to enjoy 60 more days of fun in the sun, without the summertime crowds. As part of the largest integrated marketing campaign, "The Secret's Out: 60 More Days of Summer in Myrtle Beach," VisitMyrtleBeach.com encourages visitors to take advantage of a variety of deals this fall, the warm temperatures and myriad of attractions options. Starting today, the Myrtle Beach area will uncover 60 secrets about the destination, including interesting stories, fun facts and little-known attractions. In addition to these best-kept secrets, many of the area's accommodations and first-class attractions and entertainment venues are offering 60-themed packages and deals to fit any visitor's ideal trip, from a family getaway or a romantic vacation to a girlfriend or golf getaway. These deals bring... Read more →

photo credit Tim Larsen/Governor's Office DUKES UP – Gov. Chris Christie picks fight with New Jersey Watchdog By Mark Lagerkvist | New Jersey Watchdog The New York Press Club is publicly criticizing Gov. Chris Christie and his staff for blacklisting New Jersey Watchdog. The journalists’ organization “expresses its outrage over the Christie administration’s apparent ‘blacklisting’ of New Jersey Watchdog, in an effort to prevent the news outlet from receiving press advisories and official announcements from the governor’s office,” Press Club President Larry Seary said. The governor and his staff have offered no explanation for excluding the investigative news site from official communications. “One may infer that, by suppressing information, the Christie administration may be attempting to hamper the efforts of New Jersey Watchdog’s efforts to cover political news,” said Seary. “It is ironic that Chris Christie claims to be a champion of open government while allowing his staff to deny... Read more →

Barbara J. Pavlovich (nee Hogate), on August 19, 2014, of Audubon. Age 81. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Devoted mother of Joseph Pavlovich (Geralyn), Jayne Domeracki (Frank) and Stephen Pavlovich (Karen). Dear sister of Peggy Budesa, Patricia Malamut and Sweda Hatley (Richard). Loving grandmother of five and great grandmother of six. Loving companion of Bud Schaffer and the late Edwin Leach. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. There will be a viewing from 9:15 to 10:15am Saturday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Mass 11am St. Rose of Lima RC Church, Haddon Hts. Interment New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in Mrs. Pavlovich’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. www.gardnerfuneralhome.com Read more →

August 21, 2014 WILLIAMSPORT PA--Four first-inning runs helped Great Lakes to a 6-5 win over Mid-Atlantic at Lamade on Thursday. Great Lakes would not relinquish the lead as Mid-Atlantic was unable to weather a four-run second inning deficit. Mid-Atlantic scored on a two-run single by Zion Spearman in the fourth inning and a solo home run by Kai Cummings in the fifth inning. Still, Mid-Atlantic couldn't catch Great Lakes. Spearman boosted his batting average thanks to a perfect 2-2 day at the plate to pace Mid-Atlantic. Marquis Jackson got the win for Great Lakes. He allowed three runs over three innings. He struck out six, walked four and surrendered three hits. Erik Lipson lasted two innings on the rubber for Mid-Atlantic before being pulled. Lipson gave up four hits and six runs. Great Lakes closer Cameron Bufford put away the final nine outs to record the save. In the top... Read more →

Carmen Vandetty Age 80. Of Bellmawr. On August 20, 2014. Age 80. Of Bellmawr. Loving husband of 56 years to the late Anna M. (nee Domard). Loving father of Michael Vandetty, Mark Vandetty and Christine DiBiase (Dominic). Dear brother of Georgeanna, the late Bernice and the late Robert. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Sunday evening from 6 to 8 PM at the HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 9 White Horse Pike, Haddon Heights. On Monday morning, Rite of Committal 11 AM in New St. Mary’s Cemetery Mausoleum, Bellmawr. In lieu of flowers the family asks donations to NJ Foundation for the Blind: 230 Diamond Spring Rd., Denville, NJ 07834. In the memo, please write: Carmen Vandetty. Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME. PH: 856-456-1142 www.mccannhealey.com Related articles James J. Ryan Sr., Bellmawr Mayor/Councilman, Rotary Club Member, Businessman, Entrepreneur, WW II Navy Veteran | cnbnews.net Obits: Robert Heisler... Read more →

(December 10, 1963 - August 20, 2014) Raymond Stelmach, suddenly, on August 20, 2014, of Bellmawr. Age 50. Dear brother of Kathleen Aders (Mickey), Theresa Swanson (the late Robert, Jr.), James (Patricia), Dianne McCormick (Robert) and the late David. Beloved son of the late Raymond E. and Stella (nee Jankowski) Stelmach. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ray was past president of Bellmawr Little League. There will be a viewing from 10 to 11am Saturday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, BELLMAWR. Funeral Service 11am at the funeral home. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing. Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in Ray’s memory to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation, P.O. Box 781352, Phila., PA 19178-1352. Family and friends may share memories at www.GardnerFuneralHome.com. Related articles Robert E. Swanson Jr., Retired Bellmawr Police Officer and Volunteer Fireman Succumbs Marie J. Liccketto of Bellmawr, Services Tuesday Denise T.... Read more →

Editor's Note: We will be using information for our Hunting & Fishing column from the Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennslyvaina fish and game departments. We would also like to include any hunting and fishing news that you would like to send us for publication. Email [email protected] Hunters, trappers reminded to buy a 2014-2015 license DOVER (Aug. 20, 2014) – The 2014-2015 Delaware Hunting and Trapping Guide is available online and in print, the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife announced today. This year’s cover features the winning photograph in the Division’s 2013 Hunting Photography Contest, “Patiently Waiting” by Jason Gary of Hartly. The guide is available now at participating license agents throughout the state, at the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s licensing desk in the Richardson and Robbins Building at 89 Kings Highway in Dover, and online at 2014-2015 Hunting and Trapping Guide. Features include: details on the newly-established... Read more →

ATTENTION PARENTS: No incidents have occurred in Gloucester Township A disturbing new trend is manifesting itself online and on social media sites such as Facebook and YouTube called “The Fire Challenge”. The fire challenge involves teenagers pouring an ignitable liquid, often rubbing alcohol, on their bare skin and igniting it while another teenager takes photos or video of the event. The photos and video are subsequently uploaded to the various social media sites for the world’s online community to watch and share. The imbecilic act is supposed to elicit laughter as onlookers and internet viewers watch the reaction from the person who is on fire. People panic when the flames quickly spread and aren’t immediately extinguished, then forget to douse themselves with water. Running also gives the flames more oxygen to grow. Superheated air can be inhaled, burning the inside of the lungs. Clothes can catch fire on parts of... Read more →

Policemen cruising in their cars eating doughnuts better change that stereotype fast if they want to stay in shape. Recently, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) found that eight out of 10, or 80 percent, of law enforcement workers in the U.S. are overweight. “I think it’s important for all of us to keep the weight… Read more →

Editor's Note: We will be using information for our Hunting & Fishing column from the Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennslyvaina fish and game departments. We would also like to include any hunting and fishing news that you would like to send us for publication. Email [email protected] ++++ MARYLAND--Two Howard County men have been charged by the Maryland Natural Resources Police with killing state and federally protected wildlife, and animal cruelty for causing suffering by using unchecked traps. William Gunnar Radhe Jr., 31, and Eugene William Iager, 67, both of Fulton, are accused of setting traps that killed a Great Horned Owl, two turkey vultures and a striped skunk in early April. If found guilty of all charges, the maximum penalty for each man is $9,000 in fines and nine months in jail. The two men are associated with Maple Lawn Farm, which has been raising free-range turkeys since 1938.... Read more →

Elmer Borough, Salem County - Troopers from Woodstown Station have arrested Jason D’Angelo, 36, and Joanna Probst, 37, both of Mulica Hill, N.J., for committing four bank robberies, and several convenience store robberies, throughout South Jersey. On July 7, Woodstown Station troopers, working in cooperation with the Salem County Prosecutor's Office and Elmer Police Department, began investigating the robbery of the Century Bank in Elmer Borough. The suspect, described as a white male wearing a long-sleeve shirt and a mask, entered Century Bank in Elmer Borough and demanded money. After being given cash by the teller, the suspect fled to the rear of the property, crawled through a small hole in a fence, and departed in a vehicle that was parked at a local diner. On July 23 and 26, a convenience store located at the Pole Tavern Circle in Upper Pittsgrove Township was robbed by a person matching the... Read more →

UPDATE: A trucker was flown to the hospital with burns after a trio of New Jersey State troopers pulled him from the cab of a tractor-trailer that crashed on the New Jersey Turnpike off Route 80 in Ridgefield Park this morning. Although the cab ended up in the water, the driver didn't - contrary to some… Read more →

By Jason Stverak Credit: Jonathan Pedneault The execution of American photojournalist James Foley by ISIS terrorists is an evil, despicable act and a harrowing reminder of the heroism of our war-zone journalists. Foley, a former Stars and Stripes reporter, left his home and family in New Hampshire to cover the civil war in Syria two years ago, and before he was kidnapped on Thanksgiving Day, he played an important role in exposing the unspeakable crimes committed by the Assad regime against its own people. Without men and women like James Foley, the world would be a darker place where acts of evil could go on undetected for years, decades, or centuries without being brought to public consciousness. The reporters who take notepads and cameras to the world’s most dangerous locales are serving on the front lines of the fight for human rights–educating the world by giving a voice to the... Read more →

NICB's Hot Wheels: August 18, 2014 DES PLAINES, Ill., Aug. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released its annual Hot Wheels report which identifies the 10 most stolen vehicles in the United States. The report examines vehicle theft data submitted by law enforcement to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, model and model year most reported stolen in 2013. Also in today's release is a list of the top 25 2013 vehicle makes and models that were reported stolen in calendar year 2013. For 2013, the most stolen vehicles* in the nation were (total thefts in parentheses): 1. Honda Accord (53,995) 2. Honda Civic (45,001) 3. Chevrolet Pickup (Full Size) (27,809) 4. Ford Pickup (Full Size) (26,494) 5. Toyota Camry (14,420) 6. Dodge Pickup (Full Size) (11,347) 7. Dodge Caravan (10,911) 8. Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee (9,272) 9. Toyota Corolla (9,010) 10.... Read more →

The St. Louis County medical examiner's autopsy of the 18-year-old killed by police in Ferguson, Missouri, found marijuana in his system. With the events leading up to the shooting of Michael Brown still unclear (and with websites like the Drudge Report highlighting the marijuana detail), reports about the autopsy results beg the question of whether marijuana… Read more →

American Legion press release Brooklawn, N.J. Post 72 wins the 2014 American Legion Baseball World Series for the second time in a row, and fourth time in program history defeating Midland, Mich. 18-0 in seven innings at Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium in Shelby, N.C., on Tuesday, August 19. Photo by Lucas Carter/The American Legion Brooklawn, N.J. Post 72 shortstop Phil Dickinson throws to first in early innings of the 2014 American Legion Baseball World Series championship game at Keeter Stadium in Shelby, N.C., on Tuesday, August 19. Photo by Lucas Carter/The American Legion SHELBY NC AUGUST 20, 2014--When Brooklawn, N.J., Post 72 and Midland, Mich., Post 165 players took the field Tuesday evening for the 88th American Legion World Series (ALWS) championship game, they each received a special good luck handshake from famed NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. The tone for the championship game was set shortly after that... Read more →

HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Revenue from table games play atPennsylvania casinos was $61.1 million in July 2014, according to a report released today by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. That represented a 1.93% increase in revenue from table games play during July of this year compared to July of 2013. The monthly report, posted on the Board's web site, www.gamingcontrolboard.pa.gov, also shows that $8.8 million in tax revenue was generated from table games this July. There was just a slight decrease in the combined overall gaming revenue at the 12 casinos this July compared to last year. The total revenue from slot machines and table games was $262,525,675 this July compared to$264,860,050 in July 2013, a difference of 0.88%. Gross table games revenue for each of the casinos operating in both July 2014 and July 2013 is as follows: Casino July 2014 Tables July 2014 Gross Revenue... Read more →

RALEIGH, N.C. - A decorated retired Marine whose career as a sniper was derailed by a video that showed him urinating on the corpses of Taliban fighters has died, his attorney said Friday. Cpl. Robert Richards, 28, was found dead Wednesday by his wife at their Jacksonville home, Attorney Guy Womack said. Neither foul play nor… Read more →

Weekly Stats Report: 11 Aug - 17 Aug 2014 Project: Gloucestercitynews.net URL: http://www.gloucestercitynews.net Returning Visits - Based purely on a cookie, if this person is returning to your website for another visit an hour or more later First Time Visits - Based purely on a cookie, if this person has no cookie then this is considered their first time at your website. Unique Visitor - Based purely on a cookie, this is the total of the returning visits and first time visits - all your visitors. Page Load - The number of times your page has been visited. Summary Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Total Avg Pageloads 3,665 3,352 3,058 3,646 3,430 2,750 3,125 23,026 3,289 Unique Visits 1,974 1,980 1,886 2,344 1,993 1,786 2,103 14,066 2,009 First Time Visits 1,718 1,708 1,663 2,002 1,757 1,641 1,930 12,419 1,774 Returning Visits 256 272 223 342 236 145 173... Read more →

Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014 HARRISBURG - Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane said today that the full weight of her office is being put behind the efforts of law enforcement organizations in Allegheny County to combat the steep increase in violent, drug related-crime in the area. She also announced the arrest of two men accused of carrying stolen handguns and an alleged heroin dealer as part of ongoing investigations. "Too many Allegheny County citizens feel helpless because drug deals and shootings have become an almost everyday occurrence," Attorney General Kane said. "We are focusing our efforts there and together with local law enforcement we are determined to bring peace back to those communities." She said in recent weeks neighborhoods throughout Allegheny County have seen an increase in drug-related crime, which can turn deadly as drug trafficking organizations try to stake their claim. On Aug. 13, 2014, Terrick Smith, 21, 425 Verona... Read more →

Lindenwold Police Department press release LINDENWOLD NJ AUGUST 19, 2014--On Monday, August 18 at 1839 hours a Lindenwold Officer patrolling in the Arborwood Complex located an unconscious male near the 1000 Building. The adult male was exhibiting symptoms of heroin overdose and was administered the heroin antidote, NARCAN. Shortly, after receiving the antidote the male regained consciousness and was turned over to Lindenwold EMS. The male was transported to a local hospital for further treatment and evaluation. Related articles State Trooper Saves Woman's Life Using Narcan BurlCo police save two lives with Narcan Heroin antidote usage slow to expand in IMPD Lindenwold PD is seeking the Public's Help with Hit and Run Accident | Nixle Camden County Police Department Saved Two Drug Overdose Victims Using Narcan Read more →

by JoAnn McNabb Somewhere over the rainbow, people with AIDS are dying from tuberculosis. The illegal border-crossers from Central America have a high incidence of TB on their side of their rainbow, and are bringing it into the United States. One demographic that is particularly vulnerable to catching TB and should be made aware of this health hazard is members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. A new report published in the Journal of American Medical Associates shows that while the annual diagnosis rate of HIV—the virus that causes AIDS—has declined by one-third in the general population, the rate has more than doubled among young gay and bisexual males. Tuberculosis is a particular concern for those with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). TB and HIV are what the Centers for Disease Control calls syndemic diseases which work together synergistically to cause death. A quarter of all deaths in... Read more →

By Mark Lagerkvist | New Jersey Watchdog To fight selective government secrecy, New Jersey Watchdog is trying to obtain news releases from Gov. Chris Christie under the state public records law. Christie’s staff has not responded to the news site’s requests to be added to the list of news outlets receiving press advisories, official announcements and daily schedules from the governor’s office. In contrast, New Jersey Watchdog is on the press lists for both the Republican and Democratic leaderships of the state Senate and Assembly. The first Open Public Records Act request was submitted Monday. Under state law, the governor’s office has seven business days to respond. If the request is denied, New Jersey Watchdog can sue Christie in Superior Court for belated release of the news releases. The governor and his staff have not offered any explanation for blacklisting New Jersey Watchdog. Being excluded from a timely flow of... Read more →

Alfred J. LaGamba, age 99, formerly of Woodbury and Clarksboro, recently of Washington Township Senior Living in Sewell, NJ, peacefully on August 18, 2014. Legacy Alfred was a talented musician who learned his skills at the saxophone while he proudly served the US Marines and Army during World War II. He later was an active member with the VFW Post #5579 of Gibbstown and the Knights of Columbus Council #1994 of Woodbury. He dedicated over 50 years as a Chemical Operator for the DuPont Chemical Plant in Gibbstown, and later became a member of the DuPont Pensioneers. Family Beloved husband to the late Rose (née Mangano); Devoted brother to the late Ralph; Adored uncle to many. Farewell Ceremony Viewing Monday 9:00 - 10:00 am at McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 34 Hunter Street, Woodbury, NJ 08096; Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am at Holy Angels Parish at Saint Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church,... Read more →

Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad 425 gets ready for the day's tourist train in 1993. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) August 15, 2014 HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett announced today that 39 rail freight improvement projects that will help sustain nearly 34,000 jobs across Pennsylvania were approved for funding from two PennDOT-managed programs. "Transportation is a proven economic driver and these investments will help these companies maintain and create more jobs,'' Corbett said. "Ensuring that these facilities and assets are ready to meet consumer demands is vital to keeping our state competitive." The State Transportation Commission (STC) voted Thursday to approve nearly $35.9 million for 13 projects through the Rail Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) and 26 projects through the Rail Freight Assistance Program (RFAP). RTAP is a capital budget grant program funded with bonds and RFAP is underwritten through the new Multimodal Fund, created by Act... Read more →

x A Pennsylvania man was arrested this week after police accused him of videotaping his teenage son lighting his now ex-girlfriend's young son on fire. Edward B. Myers, 35, allegedly used a cell phone to record the incident, which occurred on May 25 at the Saxonburg, Penn., home of his then-girlfriend and her son, according to CBS Pittsburgh affiliate KDKA. The 7-year-old victim had third-degree burns on his face and chest after Myers allegedly doused the boy's shirt in flammable liquid and watched as his 15-year-old son lit the garment on fire, reports KDKA. Myers' two sons allegedly shot the victim multiple times with pellet-type guns, according to KDKA. When the victim's mother came home, she took him to Butler Memorial Hospital, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He was later transferred to a different hospital's special burn unit due to the severity of the injuries, which covered about ten percent... Read more →

Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Jr., a pro-gun lawmaker who won his Democratic primary despite the $150,000 that Michael Bloomberg tossed in the race to defeat him, said the former New York City mayor "made a huge miscalculation." "He didn't understand the political climate on the ground here in Milwaukee County," Sheriff Clarke said, during a… Read more →

A Canada Goose in Massachusetts. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Editor's Note: We will be using information for our Hunting & Fishing column from the Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennslyvaina fish and game departments. We would also like to include any hunting and fishing news that you would like to send us for publication. Email [email protected] Annual brochure available at Game Commission’s website. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has made its selections for the 2014-15 migratory game bird hunting seasons and bag limits. Annual waterfowl seasons are selected by states from a framework established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Game Commission selections were made after reviewing last year’s season results, waterfowl survey data, and input gathered from waterfowl hunters and the public. Final approval from the USFWS is expected by late September. The agency has posted the annual waterfowl and migratory bird season brochure and zone maps on its website... Read more →

David F. Cutler, Jr. Age 63. Of Gloucester City. On August 14, 2014. Age 63. Of Gloucester City. Cherished son of the late David F. Cutler, Sr. and Mabel (nee Miller). Loving husband of 38 years to Karenanne Cutler (nee Houlihan). Loving father of Kathryn E. Quandt (William), David F. Cutler, III (Christine), Ryan B. Cutler, Jason J. Cutler and Kelsey D. Cutler. Cherished grandfather of Bailey Morgan, Aaliyah Kershaw, David F. Cutler, IV, Ethan Quandt, Benjamin Quandt, Hannah Quant and Kierstin Boccaleri. Dear brother of Judith Armstrong (Harold), Sarah Post (Fred), Linda Matis (Ron) and Shirley Ellis. Dave proudly served our country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a sports enthusiast who enjoyed helping with youth sports teams. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Sunday evening from 6 to 8 PM and again Monday morning from 10 to 11 AM at... Read more →

On August 15, 2014. Age 76. Of Gloucester City. Cherished son of the late Martin J. Egan, Sr. and Sarah (nee Bannon). Loving husband of 36 years to Estella M. “Sissy” Egan (nee Thesing). Loving father of Denise Aldridge (Bill), Martin J. Egan, III (Franny), John Egan (Jenny), Patricia Egan, Susan Egan (Will), the late Rita Hazelwood (Michael) and the late William Egan. Cherished grandfather of 22 and great grandfather of 12. Dear brother of Patricia Zebrowski (Jim), Dorothy Smith (late Stanley), Elizabeth Gombleson (late Robert), the late Anna Dudley and the late Thomas Egan. Also survived by his step children, Barbara Walker, Marie Tobias, and Georgeanna Thesing and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Martin proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy for 18 years during the Vietnam War. He retired from NJ Transit after 32 years where he was a “Gold Badge Man” and a 35 year... Read more →

Firearms dealers will soon have more regulatory reporting requirements hoisted on them with a new rule proposed by the nation's top gun-enforcement agency Tuesday. The new rule will require firearm dealers, manufacturers and importers to report any guns that are shipped but then lost in transit within two days, according to a proposal issued by the… Read more →

UPDATE 5PM GAME : BROOKLAWN 7 HAWII 6 SHELBY NC AUGUST 18, 2014--Sunday’s American Legion World Series (ALWS) games in Shelby, N.C., sent four teams home after losses in pool play — Columbia, Tenn., Chico, Calif., Cromwell, Conn., and Jacksonville, Fla. California and Tennessee squared off on Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium for Game 10 of the tournament - their final of the ALWS as they both entered it mathematically eliminated. Tennessee earned the win, 3-1, ending its World Series pool play 1-2 and its Legion Baseball season with an overall record of 40-11. California finished 0-3 overall and 41-9 on the season. “This has been an unbelievable ride,” California center fielder Blake Vierra said. “Being able to get here (to the ALWS) with 13 players is pretty amazing and an unbelievable feeling. Unfortunately it’s not how we wanted it to end, but other than that it’s been awesome.” Tennessee... Read more →