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REMINDER - DO NOT PARK IN POSTED NO PARKING AREAS The Township of Maple Shade Civic Activities Committee will host the 4th of July Parade and Fireworks on Saturday July 1, 2017. Main Street , AKA County Route 537, will be closed for the parade from approx. 1100 AM to 300 PM. Front Street is the detour route. South Clinton Avenue between South Coles Avenue and Frederick Avenue and Martin Avenue between West Center Avenue and South Coles Avenue will be closed from approx. 600 PM to 11PM. All neighborhoods surrounding the Maple Shade High School and Babe Ruth Ball Field... Read more →

Marlton, NJ (June 27, 2017) – A grand reopening for the expanded and renovated Kennedy Health Alliance (KHA) medical practice at 73 N. Maple Avenue was held Tuesday, June 27. Nine providers – seven primary care and two specialists (in gastroenterology and neurology) – are based at the KHA Marlton practice. Here, several of KHA Marlton-based physicians help cut the ribbon at the office reopening, while Kennedy leaders, Evesham Township officials, KHA office staff and supporters look on. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit www.kennedyhealthalliance.org Read more →

RELATED: Blue Line Related: CNB Crime Image courtesy of vice.com GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 30, 2017)(CNBNewsnet)--Gloucester City Police saved four people this past week who had overdosed and were not breathing by treating them with Naxolone according to the department's weekly crime report. One 40-year-old male, who lives on Burlington Street was administered three doses of Naloxone before he responded. The incidents are marked with an asterisk*. Related: Gloucester City Police Save Three People from Dying WHAT IS NALOXONE? Naloxone, also known as Narcan blocks or reverses the effects of opioid medication, including extreme drowsiness, slowed breathing, or loss of consciousness.... Read more →

CLEMSON, SC (06/29/2017)-- Local students have been name to the Dean's List at Clemson University for the spring 2017 semester. They are: Jami N. Hafner of Egg Harbor Township, whose major is Architecture Gregory John Szrom of Egg Harbor Township, whose major is Computer Engineering Madison R. Vicente of Glendora, whose major is Biochemistry Erin Marie Costello of Haddon Township, whose major is Pre-Business Olivia Rose Siciliano of Haddonfield, whose major is Psychology Paul Michael Dobbs Jr. of Moorestown, whose major is Financial Management Skylar R. Bobadilla of Moorestown, whose major is Mechanical Engineering Thomas W. Schneider of Moorestown, whose major... Read more →

RELATED: Blue Line Related: CNB Crime San Antonio, TX (June 30, 2017)---Police Officer Miguel Moreno was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to contact two subjects near the intersection of Evergreen Street and Howard Street at approximately 3:00 pm. The officers observed the men near a car that appeared to have been broken into. As they stopped to speak to the subjects one of the men immediately opened fire, striking Officer Moreno in the head and his partner in the torso. Despite his wounds, Officer Moreno's partner was able to pull him out of the line of fire... Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) June 30, 2017– The Camden County Department of Public Safety reminds all Camden County residents that the 911 system is for emergency calls only. The county’s dispatchers are not able to inform residents of the locations and times of fireworks displays in their area. The Freedom Festival concert and fireworks on the Camden Waterfront are on July 4. Celebrate America at the Camden waterfront with a free concert followed by area’s largest fireworks spectacular. The Camden County Freedom Concert will begin at 5 p.m. followed by a spectacular fireworks display over the Delaware River at 9:30 p.m. at Wiggins... Read more →

Results from the new National Poll on Healthy Aging reveals opportunities for patients to speak up, professionals to aid more Overview of the first results from the National Poll on Healthy Aging, looking at prescription drug costs Newswise — ANN ARBOR, MI – The majority of Americans over age 50 take two or more prescription medicines to prevent or treat health problems, and many of them say the cost weighs on their budget, a new poll finds. But many older adults aren’t getting – or asking for – as much help as they could from their doctors and pharmacists to find... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA -- The Coast Guard and New Jersey State Police are increasing their presence on the water to deter boating under the influence (BUI) prior to and during the Fourth of July weekend. Operation Dry Water (ODW) is a year-round awareness and enforcement campaign focused on reducing the number of alcohol- and drug-related accidents and fatalities. Over the next few days, Coast Guard boarding teams and NJSP law enforcement officers will focus on detecting impaired boaters and educating the public about the dangers of boating under the influence. Alcohol use continues to be a leading contributing factor in recreational boating-related accidents,... Read more →

Two days after eight Lakewood residents were arrested for alleged abused of the state's welfare system, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office announced the arrest of six more individuals on similar charges. Daniel Nee of Brick Shorebeat says all six were arrested in raids just after midnight on Wednesday. BARAKA AND BROTHER NAMED IN FEDERAL LAWSUIT FILED BY FORMER CITY ATTORNEY A former city attorney for Newark has filed a federal complaint against the City of Newark over alleged retaliation he faced related to the negotiation of a multimillion-dollar development deal. Mark Bonamo of TAP into Newark says William Parker named Mayor... Read more →

Yesterday my daughter e-mailed me again, asking why I didn't do something useful with my time. "Like, me sitting around the pool and drinking wine is not a good thing?" I asked. My "doing-something-useful" seems to be her favorite topic of conversation. She was "only thinking of me", she said and suggested that I go down to the Senior Center and join something. I did this and when I got home last night, I decided to play a prank on her. I e-mailed her and told her that I had joined a Parachute Club. She replied, "Mother, are you nuts? You... Read more →

Bill Donohue | The Catholic League Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams: On June 29, Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams, on trial for 29 counts of bribery, extortion and fraud, abruptly pleaded guilty to bribery. He was immediately remanded to jail by a judge who pronounced himself "appalled" by the evidence he had heard in this trial. Yet Williams' conduct in this sordid tale of corruption is only a part of his long record of abusing his office. His targeting of Catholic clergy—particularly Msgr. William Lynn—stands out as among the most egregious of the injustices... Read more →

Pennsylvania hunters had one of their safest years on record in 2016. The number of hunting-related shooting incidents statewide was the second-lowest ever, and for only the second time on record, a year passed without a single fatality related to gun handling while hunting or trapping in Pennsylvania, according to a newly released report from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. There were 25 hunting-related shooting incidents statewide during 2016. Only 2015 had a lower number of incidents with 23. And the only other year without a hunting-related fatality in Pennsylvania was 2012. The trend of increasingly safer hunting is something of which... Read more →

published Sunday, September 21, 2008 By CNB Sports I am feeling my age, I have brown spots all over me but I still remember Coaches Billy Flynn, George Thorpe, Bob Mc Quillen, Carlos Paisley, Steve Shimkus and now Leon Harris. I have seen and heard many things from parents and the players who have crossed the fields of Gloucester City. But, I have remained silent through the years and it is the time that parents start to listen. Everyone has heard about being a fly on the wall. Oh, what you would have heard. If only these walls could talk? Can't... Read more →

KINGSTON, RI (06/27/2017)-- The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce that more than 5,290 undergraduates have qualified for the Spring 2017 Dean's List. The students represent nearly all of Rhode Island's cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, many other states and countries. The following students from your area were named to the Dean's List: Georgia Nick Carros of Wall Township, NJ Calan Joseph Dwyer of Belmar, NJ Brian Martin Tobin of Wall Township, NJ Joshua Dera of Cherry Hill, NJ Verity C Cheslo of Burlington, NJ Samuel Dean Howarth of Gibbsboro, NJ... Read more →

FBI press release TUCSON, Ariz. – A Mexican national was arrested Monday for allegedly attempting to smuggle more than 7,000 rounds of ammunition into Mexico following a probe by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) with assistance provided by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Eduvier Navidad-Vizcarra, 22, was booked into the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service based on charges detailed in a federal criminal complaint which accuses him of attempting to illegally export goods from the United States. The investigation leading to Navidad’s arrest began Saturday after HSI special agents received information... Read more →

CHERRY HILL TWP. -- A solar company based in the township was visited by agents from the Federal Bureau of Inspections last week. The bureau's Philadelphia Division confirmed that FBI personnel were "conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity" at Code Green Solar headquarters at 523 Hollywood Ave. Wednesday. Carrie Adamowski, a spokeswoman for the Philadelphia FBI office,… Read more →

Nine members of a Tijuana-based motorcycle gang are facing criminal charges for their roles in a brazen high-tech scheme to steal more than 150 Jeep Wranglers and motorcycles in the San Diego, California area to sell across the border in Mexico. According to the charges announced on May 30, members of the Hooligans motorcycle gang canvassed San Diego County looking for specific Jeeps based on the model type and accessories. The gang—a transnational criminal organization with members in the U.S. and Tijuana—was responsible for about $4.5 million in vehicle thefts dating back to 2014. “The joy ride is over for these... Read more →

The 2017 Striped Bass Bonus Program (SBBP) is currently closed and will reopen September 1, 2017. Permits issued for 2016 are not valid in 2017. Applications for the 2017 SBBP are now available. 2017 SBBP permits are not valid until September 1, 2017. All 2016 permit holders must reapply to receive a 2017 permit. The number of permits issued will be limited at the Division's discretion based on harvest reports and other factors to ensure the 2017 quota is not exceeded. The deadline for submitting all applications is October 31, 2017 and applications postmarked after the deadline will not be processed.... Read more →

Talk about making a splash. One group of New Jersey boaters got up close and personal with a whale on Thursday near Perth Amboy, when a humpback breached within arms-reach of their 18-foot boat. The video of the incident has since been widely shared on social media. It's a sight that may soon become commonplace. After… Read more →

BETHLEHEM, PA (06/28/2017)-- During Commencement ceremonies on May 22, 2017, Lehigh University conferred 1,071 Bachelor's degrees, 360 Master's degrees and 49 Doctoral degrees. Of the nearly 1,500 graduates, degree recipients came from 41 states and 38 countries, majoring in 94 different disciplines. Congratulations, graduates! Alexis Green of Camden (08104) with a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics degree with a major in Management Alexander Kaplitz of Glassboro (08028) with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Chem degree Brett Irwin of Mount Laurel (08054) with a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics degree with a major in Finance and Marketing... Read more →

Jane Carter age 23 (Photo provided) GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 29, 2017)--The Gloucester City Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a woman who was reported missing on June 19, 2017. Jane Carter (23), a resident of Ridgeway Street in Gloucester City, was last seen on June 17th. on Broadway at Chestnut Street in Camden City. She was wearing a blue shirt, black pants, and flip-flops. Jane is 5’3” tall, weighs approximately 140 lbs. and has green eyes and brown hair. If anyone knows where Jane may be staying or has any information at all concerning her location... Read more →

VOORHEES TWP. NJ (June 26, 2017)--The Voorhees Police Department announces the arrest of Sean Gallagher (22) from the 200 block of Homer Avenue, Voorhees NJ. The Voorhees Criminal Investigations Bureau conducted follow-up investigations after Patrol Officers were dispatched to residential burglaries on the 300 block of Preston Avenue, 100 block of Acorn Lane, 200 block of Homer Avenue and unit block of Prospect Avenue. Gallagher was charged with (4) counts of Burglary, (2) counts of criminal mischief and (2) counts of theft. This matter is pending in Superior Court, Camden, New Jersey. Residents are reminded to be vigilant and report ALL... Read more →

BUT MORE KIDS ON THEIR OWN Overall homelessness in New Jersey is down nearly 5 percent since last year, but that drop comes with a troubling asterisk. Newsworks says despite the reduction, the report by Monarch Housing found that chronic homelessness and the number of unaccompanied children living on the street has actually increased. WHY PRIETO WILL LIKELY BE THE BIG LOSER IN CHRISTIE'S LAST BUDGET BATTLE As the countdown to a state government shutdown winds down, the cards seem to be stacked against New Jersey Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto. NJ.com says several lawmakers are considering side-stepping Prieto's plan to block... Read more →

Surrounded by her loving family, on June 28, 2017, at the age of 79. (nee Santarsiero). Of Bellmawr. Born in Brooklyn, NY on April 2, 1938 to the late Vito and Carmella Santarsiero. Loving wife of 34 years to the late Orlando Coppola. Loving mother of William Anzalone (Anna), Steven Coppola (Jennifer), Felice Coppola, Antoinette Freeman and Orlando Coppola, Jr. (Jean). Cherished grandmother of Josh, Brandon, Denise, Felicia and Christina and great-grandmother of Adriana. Dear sister of Leonard Santarsiero, Marie Gama, Catherine Millstein, Theresa LaVista and the late Margaret Caruso. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Monday morning,... Read more →

WEST TRENTON, N.J. (June 28) – The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) today released its 2016 annual report highlighting ongoing efforts to manage the water resources of the 13,539-square-mile Delaware River Basin that provides drinking water for an estimated 15 million people. This year’s report focuses on “Clean Water by the Numbers” emphasizing the efforts and results of the commission and its staff of engineers, aquatic biologists, geologists, modelers, planners, and others to provide clean and sustainable water resources throughout the Delaware River Basin. “Measuring changes to water quality can be complex,” said DRBC Executive Director Steve Tambini. “In 2016, we... Read more →

press release WEST DEPTFORD, NJ (June 29, 2017)--The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office assisted the West Deptford Police Department yesterday in a death investigation at the Hague’s Indoor Shooting Range in West Deptford Township, NJ. The investigation reveals the subject took his own life by gunshot. This incident occurred at approximately 2:30 pm. No one else was injured. Read more →

Related: UPDATE:WILLIAMS PLEADS GUILTY!!! PHILADELPHIA — Seth Williams resigned as Philadelphia's district attorney and was led out of court in handcuffs Thursday after abruptly ending his trial on federal bribery charges with a guilty plea. Williams, who saw embarrassing details about his messy personal life and financial struggles dragged out into open court during the nearly two-week trial, pleaded guilty… Read more →

CAPE MAY - Coast Guard Training Center Cape May is scheduled to host its second Sunset Parade of 2017 in honor of the Coast Guard Family Assistance Fund at the Training Center Sunday, July 2 at 7:59 p.m. Sunset Parades are military displays of marching troops and the Coast Guard Recruit Precision Drill Team. More than 250 recruits will march in the parade and strike the National Ensign from the Parade Field at sunset. The gates of Training Center Cape May will open at 6:45 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to use this time for security screening, parking and seating. Guests should... Read more →

NEWARK, N.J. – A crack-cocaine wholesaler for the New Jersey set of the Grape Street Crips was sentenced today to 132 months in prison for his involvement in racketeering and drug trafficking conspiracies operating in Newark, Acting U.S. Attorney William E. Fitzpatrick announced. James S. Gutierrez, a/k/a “Bad News,” 26, of Newark, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo to Count 1 and Count 18 of a sixth superseding indictment charging him with racketeering conspiracy and conspiracy to distribute crack-cocaine. Judge Arleo imposed the sentence today in Newark federal court. According to documents filed in this case and... Read more →

Williams Pleads Guilty, RESIGNS... (June 29, 2017)--Seth Williams pleaded guilty to one count of accepting a bribe at 10:55 a.m. Thursday in exchange for 28 other counts being dismissed. He was immediately handcuffed and escorted to jail where he will remain until sentencing in October. He faces a sentence of five years in prison. He began his term January 4, 2010.[1] He formerly served as an Assistant District Attorney (ADA).[2] Williams was the first African-American District Attorney in Philadelphia and in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.[1] On March 21, 2017, Williams was indicted on 23 counts of bribery, extortion, and fraud.[3] His... Read more →

press release Study Highlights For every additional healthy behavior African Americans followed, there was a reduced risk for high blood pressure. African Americans who followed 6 of the Life’s Simple 7 modifiable healthy behaviors had a 90 percent lower risk for high blood pressure than those who followed 0-1 of these behaviors. DALLAS, June 27, 2017 – Among African Americans, small health improvements were associated with lower risk of developing high blood pressure, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension. African Americans who had at least two modifiable healthy behaviors at the beginning of the study, compared... Read more →

BOSTON, MA (Grassroots Newswire) June 26, 2017– Patricia Bowe of Gloucester City (08030) received a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from MGH Institute of Health Professions. Bowe was among the 557 students in the Class of 2017 who graduated from the Boston graduate school on May 6. The MGH Institute, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, has educated more than 7,200 health care professionals since its 1977 beginning. MGH Institute of Health Professions is an innovative and interprofessional graduate school with post-baccalaureate, direct entry-level master’s and doctorate, and post-professional programs in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, speech-language pathology,... Read more →

press release WASHINGTON, D.C. – In the 100 days since President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Orders (EOs) regarding immigration enforcement priorities, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested more than 41,000 individuals who are either known or suspected of being in the country illegally. This reflects an increase of 37.6 percent over the same period in 2016. Between Jan. 22 and April 29, 2017, ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) deportation officers administratively arrested 41,318 individuals on civil immigration charges. Between Jan. 24 and April 30, 2016, ERO arrested 30,028. “These statistics reflect President Trump’s commitment to enforce our... Read more →

Louisville, Ky. (Grassroots Newswire) June 27, 2017 — Career and technical students in New Jersey won some of the nation’s highest awards at the 2017 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Louisville, Ky., on June 21-22, 2017. More than 6,000 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skill competition in the world and covers 1.4 million square feet, equivalent to 20 football fields or 25 acres. Students were invited to the event to demonstrate their technical skills, workplace skills and personal skills in 100 hands-on occupational and leadership competitions including robotics, automotive technology,... Read more →

DOVER (June 27, 2017) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police arrested two New Castle County men June 24, following an investigation into multiple crabbing and crab pot theft violations that occurred on Herring Creek in Sussex County. Michael T. Schenck, 29, and Leon Gardner, 20, both of Wilmington, were each charged with two counts of felony theft under $1,500 against a victim 62 years of age or older, three counts of theft under $1,500, five counts of criminal mischief under $1,000, one count of conspiracy third degree, and 54 counts of possession of undersized blue crabs. Both men were... Read more →

CNBNEWS GRAPHIC New Jersey Can End Pension Crisis, Invest in Economic Growth TRENTON (June 28, 2017) — New Jersey’s next governor and Legislature must take strong, deliberate action, including spending reductions and revenue increases, to solve the state’s retiree benefits funding crisis and get the state back in shape to make investments in schools, transportation, clean air and water, and other areas crucial to widespread well-being, a report released today by The Fund for New Jersey says. The report, “New Jersey’s Prosperity Depends on Immediate Fiscal Reforms,” is the first in a seven-part Crossroads NJ series aimed at informing public debate... Read more →

published Saturday, September 20, 2008 BY William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet At least once a week I receive a Tip or comment about the homeless people sleeping on the porch in broad daylight at a property on North Broadway in Gloucester City. The house is empty and is up for Sheriff Sale. Posted on the front wall of the building is a sign that reads ‘No Trespassing’. Just today I received this photo from one of our readers. My first article on this subject was written in July after hearing from someone about it. The remarks I receive have basically... Read more →

Military Health System WASHINGTON, June 23, 2017 — Just out of high school and unsure of what to do with his life, a young Ohio man went to a bus depot, handed a ticket agent almost all of the money in his pocket, and said with a smile, "I'll go wherever this takes me." So begins James "Nick" Koterski's unconventional journey to becoming an Army colonel. Army Col. James "Nick" Koterski, a veterinarian and microbiologist, took an unconventional route toward joining an elite cadre of Army medical research scientists. Courtesy photo Landing in New Orleans, he spent the rest of his... Read more →

Watch for and obey posted NO PARKING and road DETOURS The Township of Maple Shade Civic Activities Committee will host the 4th of July Parade and Fireworks on Saturday July 1, 2017. Main Street , AKA County Route 537, will be closed for the parade from approx. 1100 AM to 300 PM. Front Street is the detour route. South Clinton Avenue between South Coles Avenue and Frederick Avenue and Martin Avenue between West Center Avenue and South Coles Avenue will be closed from approx. 600 PM to 11PM. All neighborhoods surrounding the Maple Shade High School and Babe Ruth Ball Field... Read more →

WILDWOOD -- Wildwood officials recently approved an ordinance to allow those with four-wheel-drive vehicles to park right on the sand in a new designated beach parking lot, according to a statement from the city. The parking lot will be located at the E. Baker Avenue beach between the Wildwoods Convention Center and Morey's Adventure Pier. It… Read more →

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. – Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a Burlington City man pled guilty to murder today for fatally shooting a 24-year-old man last year on a crowded city street. Under terms of the agreement, Samuel James, 27, of the 100 block of Barclay Street, must serve 30 years in prison without the possibility of parole in exchange for pleading guilty to one count of murder. In Superior Court before the Hon. Jeanne T. Covert, P.J.Cr., James acknowledged firing several shots toward a group of people on August 20, 2016 in the 100 block of East Federal Street... Read more →

Also Car Fire in Brooklawn and Update on Gloucester City 4th of July...see update below CNBNews Tips and Snippets CNB Point of View William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet MEXICAN RESTAURANT COMING TO GLOUCESTER CITY!—There have been several messages on Facebook about Jalapenos, a Mexican restaurant opening a second location in Gloucester City to be called the Jalapeños Bar and Grill. We contacted their Haddon Township restaurant and they said it will happen sometime in September but they are not releasing any more information at this time. Presently the owner operates Jalapeños Grill 2 which serves Mexican food in Haddon Township... Read more →

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE (June 27, 2017) – Bellevue State Park is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and the staff and the Friends of Bellevue State Park invite the public to join the celebration with all kinds of family-friendly activities and fun for all ages 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Sunday, July 2. The park will waive its entry fee for the day. The celebration will feature a concert by the 85-member Chester County Concert Band, a park-wide scavenger hunt with prizes, face painting, sand art, food trucks, an open house at Bellevue Hall (staged for a wedding), tennis and disc golf... Read more →

Follow the progress of the ship online as it makes its way to Kearny/Jersey City (Trenton) – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) today announced the launch of a new web page to track the shipping progress of the new bridge deck for the Wittpenn Bridge as it makes its way from the West Coast through the Panama Canal to New Jersey. The Orthotropic Deck for the new Route 7 Wittpenn Bridge is the first time this innovative type of deck is being used in New Jersey. It was manufactured by Vigor LLC at its facilities in Clackamas, Oregon and... Read more →

Test Your Way. Do It Today. ‘Test Your Way. Do It Today” is the theme of National HIV Testing Day on June 27, and organizations around the state will be holding more than 20 community events featuring free HIV Testing. "Early detection is key to managing HIV,” New Jersey Health Commissioner Bennett said. “When you learn your HIV status, you can take control of your health and get the medical care you need to stay healthy and protect others.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1.1 million people in the United States are living with HIV, and... Read more →