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CNBNews graphics file CAMDEN CITY, NJ (July 31, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Jermaine Venable, 46, of Clementon, and Dametre Tokley, 25, of Camden, were charged in connection with a shooting that killed 18-year-old Jonathan Rojas and injured a Glassboro man just before 8:00 a.m. yesterday morning. When Camden County Police responded to the area of 4th Street and Kaighn Avenue, they found Jonathan Rojas and an 18-year-old Glassboro man laying on the ground, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victims were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Jonathan Rojas died shortly after arriving. During the investigation, detectives learned that a man on a bicycle, later identified as Jermaine Venable, fired multiple rounds at the victims while they were inside Jonathan Rojas’ vehicle. Jermaine Venable then fled the scene toward 3rd Street, and was picked up by a silver SUV, which was corroborated by surveillance video obtained by detectives. The vehicle was later located by police, unoccupied, on the 700 block of Thurman Street. Jermaine Venable and Dametre Tokley were detained a short time later and taken into custody after they exited a residence on the 1500 block of 8th Street and attempted to leave in the silver SUV. Jermaine Venable and Dametre Tokley... Read more →

July 31, 2018 Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on the left-wing's reaction to a religious liberty task force: Attorney General Jeff Sessions announces the creation of a Religious Liberty Task Force at the Department of Justice and left-wing activists explode. Nothing he said was incendiary or bigoted, but the remarks of his critics certainly were. The ACLU, which never recognized the First Amendment's right to religious liberty when it was founded by atheist Roger Baldwin in 1920, accused the Trump administration of "licensing discrimination against LGBT people, women, and religious minorities." Americans United for Separation of Church and State, which was founded after World War II as an expressly anti-Catholic organization (it was called Protestants and Other Americans United for Separation of Church and State), said the task force is "designed to advance the Trump administration's twisted and dangerous view of religious freedom, one that uses religion to discriminate and harm others." GLAAD, the world's largest gay organization that has a history of Catholic bashing, said the task force was "yet another example of the Trump administration's anti-LGBTQ [the "Q" is for Queer, an obvious redundancy] agenda as they seek to weave protections for those seeking anti-LGBTQ religious exemptions... Read more →

Each county to receive $1 million plus additional funds based on deck area CNBNews graphics file (Trenton) – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) today announced 47 Local Bridge, Future Needs grants totaling $47.3 million to help counties maintain local bridges in a state of good repair. These are the largest bridge grant awards in New Jersey history, almost doubling the amount of funds previously provided to counties across the state. “The Murphy Administration has prioritized improving our state’s infrastructure at all levels,” NJDOT Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti said. “These State funds are vital for supporting county-owned infrastructure, over which thousands of motorists travel daily.” Local Bridges, Future Needs (LBFN) is a $47.3 million program funded through the Transportation Trust Fund (TTF), which provides funding for each of New Jersey’s 21 counties for the improvement of county bridges. The recent gas tax increase as part of the TTF renewal made it possible to increase grants in Fiscal Year 2018 to $47.3 million from $25 million in prior years. Under the Local Bridges, Future Needs program, every county receives $1 million and the additional funding is allotted based on a formula taking into account the total deck area in the county,... Read more →

Jacob T. Garrett MOUNT HOLLY - Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a man whose girlfriend died after the car he was driving plunged into the Delaware River in Burlington City earlier this year admitted today in Superior Court to causing her death. Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office, Jacob T. Garrett, 25, pled guilty to Vehicular Homicide (First Degree) and Leaving the Scene of a Fatal Accident (Second Degree) in exchange for 15 years in New Jersey state prison. The Hon. Terrence R. Cook, J.S.C. scheduled sentencing for October 18. The investigation revealed that Garrett was traveling at a high rate of speed along Riverbank Road on January 14 when his vehicle struck a parked minivan before crashing through a fence and into the river near Wood Street just before 1 p.m. The front end of the car broke through the ice and became submerged. Witnesses to the crash who rushed over to the scene indicated Garrett was already out of the vehicle by the time they arrived. “Help my girlfriend,” witnesses reported Garrett as saying to them before he fled. Stephanie White, 23, of Burlington City, was found inside the sunken vehicle with her seat belt... Read more →

Adam Jobbers-Miller age 29 Fort Myers Police Department, Florida End of Watch Saturday, July 28, 2018 FORT MYERS, FLORIDA (July 31,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Police Officer Adam Jobbers-Miller succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained on July 21st, 2018, after responding to an assault and larceny call at a gas station at 3915 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard at approximately 7:30 pm. As officers arrived the suspect fled on foot along Flint Drive, with Officer Jobbers-Miller in pursuit. The man opened fire with a handgun, striking Officer Jobbers-Miller. Another officer transported him to Lee Memorial Hospital where he remained until succumbing to his wound on July 28th, 2018. The subject was taken into custody at the scene after being shot and wounded. Officer Jobbers-Miller had served with the Fort Myers Police Department for three years and had previously served as a firefighter with the Wayne Fire Department in New Jersey. Please contact the following agency to send condolences or to obtain funeral arrangements: Chief of Police Derrick Diggs Fort Myers Police Department 2210 Widman Way Fort Myers, FL 33901 Phone: (239) 338-2128 via www.odmp.org RELATED: CNB Crime Blue Line CNBNews Tips and Snippets CNBNews Point of View BREAKING NEWS Read more →

RALEIGH, N.C. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) arrested an unlawfully present Mexican national Monday who is a registered sex offender in Orange County, North Carolina, after the county refused to honor an ICE detainer and instead released him from local custody in June without any notification to ICE. Orange County’s refusal to honor ICE’s detainer, or to even notify the agency that it was releasing a convicted sex offender, allowed the subject to pose a public safety threat to North Carolina residents for nearly a month until his capture Monday. Udiel Aguilar-Castellanos, an unlawfully present Mexican national subject to a final order of removal issued by a federal immigration judge in January 2015, was arrested at his Carrboro, North Carolina, residence Monday morning by a Raleigh-based ICE Fugitive Operations Team. Mr. Aguilar-Castellanos pleaded guilty June 27 in Orange County to two counts of sexual battery and was required to register as a sex offender as part of his plea agreement. His victim is a pre-teen minor female. That same day, Orange County authorities released him from local custody without notifying ICE – ignoring an immigration detainer filed by ICE in September 2017 when... Read more →

photo courtesy of nj1015.com HIGHLANDS — A good Samaritan rescued a dog seemingly left to drown in a cage along the ocean, police say. The Monmouth County Prosecutor's office and county SPCA are seeking whoever left the dog in the cage — which it said had may have been trapped their for hours. At about 6:15 a.m., a passer-by walking a dog in Veterans Memorial Park on Bay Avenue was alerted by something on the water side of a rock bulkhead, the prosecutor's office said. The passer-by investigated, and found a black wire cage with a small dog cowering inside, it said. The cage was on a small patch of sand between the bulkhead and water, it said. The park runs alongside the Highlands Reach channel. The passer-by climbed over the wall and rescued the dog, then took it to the Highlands Police Department, which in turn called Animal Control, the prosecutor's office said. Continue to read via nj1015.com Read more →

CNBNews graphics file New Jersey recently adopted a bill that imposes the same lodging taxes on short-term rentals that hotels and motels pay. The change means that, starting Oct 1, operators of short-term rentals that are booked through companies such as Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway, or others are now required to add these taxes to guests’ bills and remit them to the state. Additionally, many municipalities in New Jersey also levy their own municipal occupancy taxes on hotels. The new law allows municipalities the option to impose new taxes and fees on short-term rentals, including: hotel occupancy fee, Atlantic City luxury tax, Atlantic City promotion fee, Cape May County tourism sales tax, Cape May County tourism assessment, sports and entertainment facility tax, and Meadowlands regional hotel use assessment. Needless to say, this can be a thorny issue for NJ vacation rental homeowners and property managers, entrepreneurs, the local travel industry, and more. Rob Stephens, Co-Founder and General Manager of Avalara MyLodgeTax Read more →

FOLSOM, NJ, July 30, 2018 – SJI (NYSE: SJI) announced today that the application period for the Fall 2018 grant cycle of the company’s bi-annual Social Investment program will open Monday, August 6. SJI’s Social Investment program provides funding to qualifying 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations who reflect the diversity in purpose, geography and populations served by the company and its subsidiaries. Social Investment grant recipients must demonstrate the ability to positively impact the communities they serve, while addressing needs that align with the company’s four strategic pillars of social investment: Community Enrichment – improving quality-of-life through investments in the community to promote economic development and cultural appreciation. Environmental Stewardship – protecting our environment and natural resources through conservation, wildlife protection, environmental education and awareness programs. STEM and Vocational Career Development – encouraging and preparing students to pursue careers in STEM, eligible technical training with the potential to impact the utility/energy industry, job growth and development. Health and Social Services – providing access and financial support to improve the health and wellbeing of the elderly, developmentally and/or physically disabled, veterans and at-risk families, individuals and/or youth. The application period for the Fall 2018 grant cycle will close on Monday, September 3 –... Read more →

CNBNEWS graphics file The New York Daily News announced this week that that it was cutting half of its newsroom staff in response to plummeting revenues and circulation. The once-great paper, a New York institution known for its pithy headlines and tabloid format that commuters found easy to read on buses and trains, is failing. View Related Articles Over the past 99 years, Daily News writers and photographers won 11 Pulitzer Prizes as they covered the city’s ups and downs, including the 9/11 attacks. Yet as it sank financially in recent years, NRA members became more familiar with the paper’s increasingly rabid attacks against Second Amendment freedoms than any professional achievements. Like clockwork, the Daily News blamed every gun death and evil act of violence on lawful gun owners, the National Rifle Association, and its members – and never the criminals who actually committed the horrific attacks. It sank to a new low when its cover page following the San Bernardino terror attack linked NRA to mass shootings. The craven attack was no surprise, as the paper had mocked politicians offering thoughts and prayers for the victims by announcing that “God Isn’t Fixing This.” The paper also accused the NRA... Read more →

HARRISBURG PA (CNBNewsnet)--— Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced the shut-down of an illegal video gambling operation in bars and clubs in Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties. The defendants tried to obstruct authorities from uncovering their role in the gambling operation in order to invest in a legitimate racetrack and casino project in Lawrence County. Robert Biros, 83, of Biros Hill Lane, White Oak; John Biros, 56, of Lincoln Way, McKeesport; Andrew Biros, 52, of Austin Street, Greensburg; Christine Biros, 55, of Jacks Run Road, White Oak; and Alfred McCauley, Jr., 63, of Carnival Drive, Pittsburgh; were charged with corrupt organizations, dealing in proceeds, conspiracy and gambling devices. Investigators believe the illegal gambling operation, run by the Biros family, began in the early 1980s. “Today we’ve ended an illegal video gambling operation run by one family for over three decades,” Attorney General Shapiro said. “These defendants raked in millions of dollars in illegal profits, draining money from Pennsylvanians – and from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. These video poker machines – with the lure of the cash payout – are illegal gambling devices. Working with our partners in the Pennsylvania State Police, we’ve shut it down.” The investigation began in 2011 when... Read more →

MAYS LANDING – A 65 year-old Atlantic City man pleaded guilty Thursday to first-degree Aggravated Manslaughter, Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner announced. Thomas Green Thomas Green pleaded guilty in connection to the homicide of Ricky Ward, 52, also of Atlantic City. Green admitted that he caused Ward’s death by hitting Ward in the head with a rock and to putting his body in a trashcan on December 30, 2016 in Atlantic City. Green is scheduled for sentencing on October 5, 2018, before Judge Podolnick. The plea calls for a sentence of 20 years, must serve 85% in New Jersey State Prison with parole ineligibility pursuant to the No Early Release Act. This was a cooperative investigation between the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Atlantic City Police Department. Assistant Prosecutor Allison Eiselen represents the State in the matter. ************************************************************************** Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at //www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime... Read more →

John Grimaldi/AMAC WASHINGTON, DC – The world of organized labor is in turmoil in the aftermath of the June 27th Supreme Court decision banning public sector unions from collecting fees from non-union workers. Attorney Mark J. Neuberger, who specializes in employment law at the firm of Foley & Lardner, says the ruling was “a stunning blow to public sector unions.” Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC], said the court’s action has negative implications for the ability of public sector unions to fund political campaigns going forward. “I don’t believe the ruling is a death blow, but it can have the effect of putting a limit on impact of union political power.” In California, The National Right to Work Foundation has filed a lawsuit against the state’s largest public employee union, SEIU Local 1000, seeking the return of $100 million it collected from some 40,000 workers over the years. The suit claims that the union used “burdensome” opt-out procedures to collect the fees that were outlawed by the high court. Meanwhile, New York State is taking measures to stop collecting “agency shop fees” from some 31,000 non-union state workers. And, groups opposed to state employee unions,... Read more →

Thomas David Kumpel Thomas David Kumpel, on July 28, 2018, of Gloucester City, formerly of Delanco. Age 78. Beloved husband of Vicki (nee Weller). Devoted father of Stacie Albee (Rich) and Cynthia Kumpel. Loving grandfather of Brooke and Ricky Albee. Dear brother of Fred Kumpel (Gail) and the late Paul Kumpel. Uncle of Teddy Kumpel, Lisa Browning, Lory Strickland, Leigh Weller, Fred Kumpel and Dana McKoy. Also survived by his sister-in-law Claire Kumpel and many loving cousins. Mr. Kumpel was a proud supporter of Children of Promise. He was a longtime member of Highland Park Church of God where he enjoyed leading music, directing Men’s Fellowship and serving many years as superintendent of the Sunday School at the church. There will be a viewing from 9 to 11am Saturday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Service 11am at the funeral home. Interment Monument Cemetery, Beverly. Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Mr. Kumpel’s memory to Children of Promise Scholarships, 1201 E. 5th St., Suite 10, P.O. Box 2316, Anderson, IN 46018. Read more →

CNBNews graphics file WEST DEPTFORD, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Arrests: On 7.01.2018, Justin J. O’Hare, 30, of West Deptford was arrested on Raphael Place for simple assault and resisting arrest. He was released pending further court action. On 7.01.2018, Zewter A. Asaminew, 29, of Maryland and Honeyban Gebremedhin, 28, of Maryland were arrested on Interstate 295. Asaminew was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Gebremedhin was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. They were both released pending further court action. On 7.01.2018, August G. Donahue, 18, of West Deptford was arrested on Lynn Drive. He was charged with simple assault and released pending further court action. On 7.02.2018, John C. Carreras-Ayala, 31, of Delaware and Eddy A. Peguero, 47, of Delaware were both arrested on Interstate 295 and charged with possession of marijuana. They were released pending further court action. On 7.02.2018, Richard L. Albertson Jr., 34, of Gloucester City was arrested on Columbia Boulevard. He was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and released pending further court action. On 7.02.2018, Jai Wood Jr., 22, of West Deptford, was arrested on Harker Avenue. He was charged with simple assault, criminal mischief, obstruction, and eluding. He was lodged in the... Read more →

(CNBNewsnet)(July 31,2018)--While no-one likes the thought of being involved in a car accident, unfortunately, they are a common occurrence, and are often caused by careless driving, speeding, or drink driving. That’s why it is important to understand the exact steps you should take should ever be involved in a collision. Ensure you protect your health and finances by finding out how to effectively recover after a traffic accident. Stop Your Car Never drive away following a traffic accident, even if you’re the victim. Pull the car over to a safe place, if possible, and ensure it doesn’t obstruct traffic. You must then check if anyone requires immediate medical attention from the emergency services. Swap Information If possible, you should write down the name, address, and telephone number of everyone involved in the collision and any witnesses. Make a note of who is a witness and who is not to avoid confusion. You should also note down the relevant drivers’ insurance details and license plates. If their vehicle is used for work purposes, ask for their employer’s details, too. By doing so, you could potentially make an insurance claim and repair your vehicle. Collect Evidence It is vital to recover the... Read more →

OCP Website Admin BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ(CNBNewsnet)--Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato today announced the July 19, 2018 decision by the State Appeals Court to reversed a Superior Court Judge’s decision admitting former Brick Township School Academic Officer Lorraine S. Morgan into a Pretrial Intervention Program. Morgan was charged with official misconduct after taking part in a 2013-2014 scheme in which former Brick Township School Superintendent Walter Uszenski, his daughter Jacqueline Halsey, and Morgan’s husband Andrew Morgan obtained full-time pre-school day care and related services for Uszenski’s grandchild at the public’s expense. In order to accomplish that goal, Uszenski’s grandchild was fraudulently classified as disabled which would make him eligible for these services at no cost to the child’s family. Because Lorraine Morgan approved payment for in-home services which were not authorized, she was charged with Official Misconduct. Uszenski, Andrew Morgan, and Halsey were variously charged with a number of offenses including official misconduct, theft, and false swearing. Morgan applied to the Pretrial Intervention Program but was rejected by the Program Director as well as the County Prosecutor. However, Superior Court Judge Wendel E. Daniels overruled these objections and ordered Morgan into the program. OCPO appealed and a two-judge panel reversed... Read more →

The Satanic Temple to Bring Baphomet Statue to Arkansas Satanists to rally in Little Rock to defend Religious Freedom and the First Amendment to counter Arkansas State government’s rejection of basic principles of American liberty SALEM, Mass. – July 30, 2018 – The Satanic Temple’s infamous Baphomet statue will make an appearance at the Arkansas state Capitol on August 16th from 1-3pm during “The Satanic Temple’s Rally for the First Amendment.” The rally is intended to bring together religious leaders of different faiths to discuss the importance of the First Amendment and its protection for religious pluralism as being essential to preserve American democracy. According to The Satanic Temple’s spokesperson, Lucien Greaves, “Freedom of Religion means that the government must not be allowed to endorse one religion over another or inhibit any religious voices from access to public forums in favor of another. By installing a Ten Commandments monument on their capitol grounds while rejecting other privately donated monuments of religious significance, the Arkansas State government has flagrantly violated a founding Constitutional principle, for which we call upon the people to rally with us to defend.” The appearance of the 7½ foot bronze statue on Capitol grounds has been a... Read more →

July 30, 2018 Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on public reaction to the relationship between Stormy Daniels and President Trump: Who cares about Stormy Daniels? The media care. Indeed, they are obsessed with the story. They are also angry: they are angry that the public doesn't care. Nor does the public care about the tapes that President Trump's former lawyer has about Trump's alleged sexual encounter with a former Playboy model. How to account for this disparate reaction? The elite media, as Stanley Rothman, S. Robert Lichter and Linda S. Lichter demonstrated, are much more liberal than most Americans. The Smith College political scientist and the Columbia University researchers co-authored the 1986 book, The Media Elite, showing how little the media titans have in common with the average person. The book laid the groundwork for future scholarship on this subject. Every study done on the media since that time has confirmed their conclusion. The media elite take a particularly more liberal perspective on sexual matters than is true nationwide. Which begs the question: Why are they the ones exercised about Stormy, and not the public? The media elite's fixation on Stormy, led by CNN, is easy to understand: they... Read more →

FENWICK ISLAND (July 30, 2018) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police announced today that the victim in Saturday’s fatal boating accident off Little Assawoman Bay in Sussex County has been identified as Dr. Stephen Greenhouse, 53, of Bethesda, Md. Dr. Greenhouse was operating a personal watercraft (PWC) on July 28, when he was involved in a collision with another PWC. He later was pronounced dead at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Md., and his body was turned over to the Maryland State Medical Examiner’s Office for determining cause of death. The accident remains under investigation by DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police. RELATED: Fatal Personal Watercraft Accident in Sussex County, Delaware Read more →

CNBNews graphics file CAMDEN CITY, NJ (July 30, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Camden County Prosecutor Mary Eva Colalillo and Camden County Police Chief Scott Thomson reported a shooting which resulted in the death of a Camden man and injuring another. The Camden County Police responded to a Shotspotter activation this morning near 4th Street and Kaighn Avenue at approximately 7:43 a.m. When officers arrived they located two victims, a 19-year-old Camden man and an 18-year-old Glassboro man, suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The 19-year-old succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at approximately 8:07 a.m. The names of the victims are not immediately being released due to the active investigation into the shooting. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect(s) or the incident is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Matt Barber at (856) 225-5166 or Camden County Police Detective Sean Miller at (856) 757-7420. Information may also be emailed to [email protected]. Released Monday, July 30, 2018. Read more →

EPA to hold public meeting on August 16, 2018 (New York, N.Y. – July 27, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)-- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a cleanup plan for the Hercules, Inc. Superfund site in Gibbstown, N.J. Previous chemical manufacturing operations at the site contaminated the soil, sediment, and groundwater with volatile organic compounds. EPA is proposing a combination of excavation and treatment to address this contamination. “EPA is proposing several cleanup technologies that we believe will address the contaminated soil, sediment, and groundwater at this site and protect the health of this community,” said EPA Regional Administrator Pete Lopez. “Under EPA’s oversight, the site has been assessed and has resulted in the treatment of two billion gallons of contaminated groundwater. This work is at the very core of EPA’s mission, and we are dedicated to continuing our significant progress in addressing contamination at this site.” EPA is proposing to excavate and treat the top four feet of contaminated soil using naturally-occurring microorganisms to destroy or break down the contaminants and treat in-place soil located deeper than four feet using chemicals to spur naturally-occurring microorganisms to destroy or break down the contaminants. EPA is also proposing to excavate and dispose of... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Rose Ida Acerbo on July 27, 2018 of Runnemede formerly of South Philadelphia. Age 85. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Acerbo. Loving mother of Anthony Acerbo, Jr. (Lynda), Mary Ann Tracey (Michael), Vincent Acerbo (Karen) and Doris Ward (Joseph). Dear grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 1. Devoted daughter of the late Mary and Paul Laterza. Loving sister of the late Frank Laterza, the late Marie Damico and the late Michael Laterza. Rose loved to bowl, go to casinos, travel, go on cruises and spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren. There will be a visitation at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE from 9:15am to 11:15am on Saturday. Memorial Mass 12 noon at Holy Child Parish; St. Maria Goretti Church, 321 Orchard Avenue, Runnemede, NJ. Interment Private at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rose’s memory to the Samaritan Hospice, 3 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053. Read more →

TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced that a prominent Ocean County attorney who hosted a radio show and taught seminars on elder law pleaded guilty today to stealing millions of dollars from elderly clients of his law firm and laundering the money through various bank accounts, including his attorney trust and business accounts. The victims generally did not have close relatives to guard their interests and in some cases suffered from dementia. Robert Novy, 66, of Brick, N.J., pleaded guilty today to first-degree money laundering before Superior Court Judge Michael T. Collins in Ocean County. Under the plea agreement, the state will recommend that Novy be sentenced to 10 years in state prison, including three years and four months of parole ineligibility. In pleading guilty, Novy admitted that he stole millions of dollars from law clients. The state’s investigation revealed that he stole nearly $3 million from at least two dozen victims. Novy is scheduled to be sentenced on Sept. 28. Novy must pay restitution to his victims out of two funds totaling $4 million that are being created using assets previously seized from him by the state: one fund of $3 million to provide restitution to client... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Camden City – Suddenly, on July 25, 2018, from a motor vehicle accident. Age 22. Loving father of Jorge Luis Capeles, IV. Loving Fiancée of Dariangeliz “Dari” Olivo. Beloved son of Elizabel Sanchez and the late Jorge Luis Capeles, II. Beloved brother of Joshua Daniel Capeles and Joel Xavier Pitre. Cherished grandson of Eulalia and Heriberto Sanchez. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jorge was currently employed by Aries Filterworks in Berlin, NJ. Relatives, Friends and fellow coworkers are invited to his viewing on Tuesday, July 31st, from 6 to 9 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 8 PM. Interment on Wednesday, August 1st at 11 AM in Morgan Cemetery, Cinnaminson. Please arrive at funeral home on Wednesday by 10:30 AM to process to cemetery. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Jorge L. Capeles, III. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →

Trade is complicated. Wars are costly. The two truths collided this week resulting in the first major governmental expenditure to “help” those who are casualties in the current trade war. But the administration’s announcement of $12 billion in new subsidies for farmers and ranchers is likely just the tip of the spending iceberg. More than any other sector, agriculture has borne the brunt of the president’s trade war fallout. Most counties in which farming and ranching dominate are also areas that went overwhelmingly for President Trump in the election. Meanwhile countries have sought to maximize the political pain by slapping tariffs on everything from “Angles, shapes and sections, of iron or steel, welded” to “yogurt, whether or not sweetened, flavored or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa” (see our spreadsheet for details). And the Venn diagram shows maximum pain for farmers. Soybean prices have fallen nearly 20 percent, corn 15 percent, almond exports to China have been cut in half, and overall agricultural trade with Mexico is down 40 percent. Ag analysts predict farmers and ranchers could lose tens of billions in the short term and even more in the long term as our trading partners turn to new suppliers.... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Westville - On July 25, 2018. Age 79. (nee Pisani) Loving wife of 59 years to Aldo Gioiosa. Loving mother of Adriana Stazzone (late Andres), Robert Gioiosa (Marlene), Claudio Gioiosa and the late Stella Pronesti (surv. Roque). Cherished grandmother of Eliana Bistotto, Anabella Pronesti, Melissa Fabro, Catherine Pronesti, Reina Stazzone, Melanie Gioiosa and Cynthia Gioiosa and great-grandmother of Benjamin Bistotto, Enzo Fabro, Jayden Pronesti and Stella Pronesti. Beloved sister of Teresa Pisani and the late Franci Pisani. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 1st at 10:30 AM at Infant Jesus Parish: St. Margaret R.C. Church, 845 Third Street, Woodbury Hts. Inurnment will follow at New St. Mary's Cemetery Mausoleum, Bellmawr. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Maria Gioiosa. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City PH: 856-456-1142 via www.mccannhealey.com Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Lloyd J. Lyons, Jr. on July 28, 2018 of Bellmawr. Age 70. Beloved husband of Judy (nee Chew). Devoted father of Judy Jacot (Carl), and Stephanie Alcavage (Tim). Loving grandfather of Vicki, Bryan, Eric, Jesse, Ryan and Jake. Great grandfather of Sophia. Dear brother of James, Ralph, KayKay, William, John and the late David and Robert. Also survived by many nieces and nephew and his faithful dog CoCo. Lloyd was an operating engineer for Local 825 for over 40 years. Lloyd was an avid animal lover. He was a very caring husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and a friend to all. There will be a visitation from 9am to 11am on Thursday at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Memorial service at the funeral home at 11am. Interment private at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lloyd’s memory to the Camden County Animal Shelter, 125 County House Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012. Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Williamsport, PA - Today, U.S. Marshal Martin J. Pane announced the arrest of Jerry Grow, 42, in Williamsport, PA. The Williamsport Police Department obtained an arrest warrant charging Grow with strangulation for an incident occurring on July 09, 2018. It is alleged that Grow was physically abusive to his victim over many hours by striking, kicking and choking his victim. On July 19, US Marshals and members of fugitive task force located and arrested Grow without incident in the 700 block of 2nd Ave in Williamsport. Grow was turned over to local authorities pending judicial proceedings. United States Marshal Martin J. Pane stated, “The U.S. Marshals Service and our task force partners recognize the importance of cooperation between federal, state and local police agencies – especially when searching for fugitives wanted for violent crimes. It is my sincere hope that the arrest of this dangerous fugitive brings some sense of relief to the victim.” The USMS worked jointly in these investigations with personnel from the Williamsport Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police and the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office. #### America’s First Federal Law Enforcement Agency Read more →

The U.S. Postal Service will celebrate dragons: The high-flying, fire-breathing creatures that have roamed our imaginations for millennia will be featured on 16 new Forever stamps during a first-day-of-issue dedication ceremony at the American Philatelic Society Stamp (APS) Show co-hosted by the American Topical Association. Please share the news using the hashtag #DragonStamps. This ceremony is free and open to the public. RSVP at usps.com/dragons. (Note: Attendees must register onsite at the APS registration booth to receive a pass for access to the exhibit floor where the ceremony will be held.) Who:Mary-Anne Penner, director, Stamp Services, U.S. Postal Service Joshua Colin, vice president, Area Operations, Eastern Area, U.S. Postal Service Scott D. English, executive director, American Philatelic Society Janet Klug, chair, Citizens’ Stamp Advisory CommitteeWhen:Noon EDT, Thursday, Aug. 9Where:American Philatelic Society National Summer Convention Stamp Show Greater Columbus Convention Center Exhibit Hall B 400 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215 Followers of the U.S. Postal Service’s Facebook page can view the ceremony live at facebook.com/USPS. Background:Throughout history and across the globe — from Europe to the Middle East to Asia to the Americas — people have enjoyed tales of the mythological creatures. Though these legendary animals vary in shape, size... Read more →

Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal In a letter (PDF) sent to all county and municipal prosecutors in the state, Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal directed prosecutors to seek adjournments in all marijuana-related cases in New Jersey’s municipal courts until at least September 4. He also announced the creation of a working group to advise him on the enforcement of marijuana laws, with the goal of informing a statewide directive on prosecution of marijuana offenses. The following statement can be attributed to ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha: “Attorney General Grewal’s letter to prosecutors is a step forward for New Jersey that should bring us closer to reforming our marijuana laws and ultimately righting the wrongs of unjust marijuana enforcement. “We must pump the brakes on marijuana arrests and prosecutions, and engage in a serious critical examination of how we handle the tens of thousands of marijuana arrests we make each year. By directing prosecutors to pause adjudication of marijuana cases, this letter starts that process. “A single marijuana conviction can have devastating consequences, including fines, incarceration, job loss, and effects on housing and immigration status, which affect not just the individual, but their families and communities. As the state Legislature charts... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA – Thanks to interest from the North Philadelphia community, the City is extending the official route of next month’s Philly Free Streets to include the intersection of North Broad Street and Germantown Avenue, north to Butler Street. This year’s Philly Free Streets will take place on Saturday, August 11, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. It was originally slated to run on North Broad Street between City Hall and Erie Avenue. Due to the outpouring of interest from community partners along the car-free route, the program will now extend to Butler Street in North Philadelphia and include the intersection of Broad Street and Germantown Avenue. “The extended Philly Free Streets route will directly engage more community organizations and businesses in the heart of North Philadelphia,” said Michael A. Carroll, Deputy Managing Director for Transportation & Infrastructure, and Karen Fegley, Deputy Commerce Director for Neighborhood Business Services, in a joint statement. “While at North Broad and Germantown Avenue, residents and visitors alike will have the chance to explore businesses and other organizations located at this active intersection and even stroll south of Erie Avenue on Germantown Avenue to explore the vibrant commercial corridor that extends past the 2018 route.” There... Read more →

July 27, 2018 --Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on a letter sent by the Pennsylvania Attorney General to Pope Francis: On July 25, Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro (photo) sent a letter to Pope Francis that smacks of deceit. "A comprehensive investigation by the Office of Attorney General found widespread sexual abuse of children and a systemic coverup by leaders of the Catholic Church," Shapiro said. He was referring to the six dioceses in Pennsylvania that were the subject of a grand jury investigation. Shapiro then takes aim at his critics, whom he accuses of trying to "silence the victims." He even accuses two unnamed "leaders in the Catholic Church in Pennsylvania...[who] are behind these efforts to silence the victims and avoid accountability." Shapiro's account is scurrilous. There was no "comprehensive investigation." If there were, then all the parties to the probe would have been given the opportunity to respond. But they have not. Indeed, this is why many in the clergy are protesting the release of the grand jury report. No evidentiary hearings of the priests named in the report have occurred. Accusations made against them are clearly rebuttable, but Shapiro has shown no interest in allowing the... Read more →

The Medal of Honor from left to right, the Army, Coast Guard/Navy/Marine Corps and Air Force (Wikipedia) WASHINGTON D.C. (CNBNewsnet)--On Wednesday, August 22, 2018, President Donald J. Trump will award the Medal of Honor to Technical Sergeant John A. Chapman, United States Air Force, for conspicuous gallantry. Sergeant Chapman’s spouse, Valerie Nessel, and family will join the President at the White House to commemorate his example of selfless service and sacrifice. Sergeant John A. Chapman will receive the Medal of Honor posthumously for his actions on March 4, 2002, on Takur Ghar mountain in Afghanistan. During a helicopter insertion, Sergeant Chapman’s aircraft came under heavy enemy fire and was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade. One teammate was ejected from the aircraft, and the crippled helicopter crash landed in the valley below. Sergeant Chapman and the remaining joint special operations team members voluntarily returned to the snow-capped mountain, into the heart of a known enemy stronghold, in an attempt to rescue their stranded teammate. Sergeant Chapman charged into enemy fire through harrowing conditions, seized an enemy bunker, and killed its enemy occupants. He then moved from cover to engage a machine gun firing on his team from a second bunker. While... Read more →

BELLMAWR (JULY 30, 2018)— A potential jumper led to the closure of in one of the busiest areas of Route 295 in South Jersey on Sunday morning July 29. The highway was closed and traffic detoured off in both directions at exit 28 for Route 168 (Black Horse Pike) in Bellmawr between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., according to Trooper Alejandro Goez, a spokesman for State Police. Goez said State Police were called in to assist with the road closure for a "well being check" but could not confirm reports of a possible jumper on the overpass. Bellmawr police referred a call to Mount Ephraim police who have not yet returned a message. CONTINUE via nj1015.com Read more →

CNBNews graphics file (CNBNewsnet)(July 27, 2018)--It was only a matter of time before Roosevelt would encounter a kindred spirit by the name of Charles Joseph Bonaparte, an intelligent, outspoken, and high-minded Harvard-educated lawyer from Baltimore who was a descendant of Napoleon Bonaparte. He was also a founder and an active leader of the National Civil Service Reform League and the Reform League of Baltimore. Not surprisingly, Roosevelt and Bonaparte became friends. Their association was strengthened in the early 1890s, when Roosevelt made several trips to Baltimore to investigate corruption among its civil servants. Roosevelt leaned on Bonaparte for assistance and for insights into the city he knew so well. Roosevelt’s ensuing report to Congress recommended the removal of 25 officials for bribery and other crimes. A decade later, Roosevelt—who had become vice president of the United States—would assume leadership of the nation after President McKinley was shot and killed by a violent anarchist in September 1901. When President Roosevelt needed a keen and impartial legal mind to look into allegations of fraud in the Postal Service and corruption in Indian Country, he naturally turned to Bonaparte, who led successful investigations in each case. In 1906, Roosevelt designated Bonaparte to serve... Read more →

Read the article on tapinto.net CAMDEN, NJ—Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant knows how important a nutritious meal can be for growing children. “I can tell you today that I wouldn’t have made it to the NFL, I wouldn’t have been a good student, if I didn’t have the proper nutrition fueling my body,” Avant said to a crowd of children eating lunch on Thursday. That is why he, along with celebrity chef Aaron McGargo, city officials, anti-hunger and over 200 local students were gathered at the North Camden Community Center this afternoon to eat lunch and remind the community about the number of the city’s free summer meal programs. “I’m so happy that I was able to have a summer meals program where I was. We had summer recreation programs where we could go and get nutritious meals,” Avant, who grew up on the southside of Chicago, said. In Camden, there are over 50 locations where children who are 18 and under can get free meals throughout the summer thanks to programs through the Camden City School District, the city’s Department of Human Services and Recreation, the Food Bank of South Jersey and the New Jersey Department of... Read more →

(CNBNewsnet)(July 30, 2018)--If your home décor is looking more drab than fab then it’s time for a home makeover. Upgrading your décor can make your home feel nicer to be in and also more interesting for your visitors. Here are some helpful tips to get you started. Start with the Basics Flooring and walls are where you ideally want to begin with your redecoration. Start by removing all the furniture from the room and really assessing the size and shape. For smaller rooms, you can really overhaul the way they feel by brightening the walls. You don’t have to stick to a boring beige, as you can use popular colors like pastels and duck egg blue. You can also think about how to best use the flooring that you have, perhaps with a rug or a new varnish. Hardwood floors are incredibly versatile, as they can be sanded down and repurposed with a new finish. Epoxy flooring is also becoming more popular, as an untraditional way to cover a floor. This creates an interesting finish and can even modernise an older floor. When you have all of the furniture out of the room, it’s time to decide what you’re going... Read more →

image courtesy of https://www.drugabuse.gov TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal today named the members of a working group of criminal justice stakeholders that will review the scope and appropriate use of prosecutorial discretion in marijuana-related and other offenses in municipal court, as well as other issues relating to the role of municipal prosecutors. The 20-member working group will represent prosecutors from the state, county, and municipal levels; defense attorneys; police; civil rights organizations; and other community leaders. This broad spectrum of stakeholders reflects the collaborative approach that Attorney General Grewal has taken with respect to all policy initiatives he has spearheaded during his tenure. The Attorney General first announced that he would convene a working group to study and advise him on the scope of municipal prosecutors’ discretionary authority in a letter issued earlier this week. The Attorney General will consider the working group’s advice when he prepares a directive—expected in August—that will provide guidance about the scope and appropriate use of prosecutorial discretion in marijuana-related cases in municipal court. In creating the working group, the Attorney General is taking action to respond to recent developments that raise concerns about quality of justice being administered in New Jersey’s municipal... Read more →

NEW YORK — Twelve members of a Bronx crew are facing charges with narcotics offenses following a joint operation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the New York City Police Department’s (NYPD) Bronx Violent Crimes Squad. The crew members of a crew operating in and around the Murphy Houses and the Lambert Houses in the Bronx with participating in a narcotics conspiracy. A total of 8 defendants were taken into custody Wednesday; seven were arrested in the Bronx, and one defendant was arrested in Delaware. Four defendants remain at large. The seven defendants arrested in the Bronx will be presented and arraigned later Wednesday. “These crew members allegedly pushed crack cocaine and heroin in low income neighborhoods of the Bronx,” said Angel M. Melendez, special agent in charge of HSI New York. The alleged dealers have no regard for their neighbors as long as they are making a profit, which is why we will continue to partner with NYPD in these investigations to remove the drugs, and those who push it, off city streets.” “Today’s indictment is a perfect example of how well the law enforcement community works together to dismantle drug organizations and... Read more →

Elsie Loebell Gloucester City – Surrounded by her loving family, on July 26, 2018. Age 67. Loving mother of Theodore “Ted” Loebell (Kelly). Cherished Memom of Ayden, Emma and Evan. Beloved daughter of the late Martin and Elsie Bower (nee Underwood). Loving sister of Jay Bower (Debbie), George Bower, Michael Bower (Betty), Joseph Bower (Nancy), Barbara Williamson (Chuck), Brian Bower (June) and the late Judith Bower. Longtime companion of Dave Muntz. Beloved best friend of Reta Sweeney. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Elsie was a graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School class of 1969. She received her Associates degree in Nursing and worked 50 years in the nursing field. Elsie retired after 22 years with Camden County Department of Health and Human Services. She proudly served Gloucester City as a council person for 18 years. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewings on Wednesday evening, August 1st from 6 to 8 PM and again on Thursday morning, August 2nd from 9 to 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Church, 426 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 11 AM in the church. Interment will be private in New St. Mary’s Cemetery,... Read more →

BERWICK, PA (July 27, 2018)--Today, U.S. Marshal Martin J. Pane announced the arrest of Shane Bankes, 25, in Berwick, PA. The Berwick Boro Police Department obtained an arrest warrant charging Bankes with aggravated assault for an incident occurring on June 23, 2018. It is alleged that Bankes became assaultive towards law enforcement and medical personnel while attempting to assist Bankes who was suspected of a possible overdose. Today, US Marshals and members of fugitive task force located and arrested Bankes without incident in the 300 block of Grant Street in Berwick, PA. Bankes was turned over to local authorities pending judicial proceedings. United States Marshal Martin J. Pane stated, “This fugitive put the community and law enforcement at risk. I commend the fugitive task force for their diligence in apprehending Bankes before someone else got seriously hurt.” The USMS worked jointly in these investigations with personnel from the Berwick Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office and the Williamsport Police Department. Additional information about the U.S. Marshals Service can be found at http://www.usmarshals.gov. Read more →

CNBNews graphics file On July 23, 2018. Age 59. Of Bellmawr. In the loving care of his sister, Christine (Dominic) DiBiase. Predeceased by his parents, Carmen and Anna Vandetty (nee Domard) and brother Michael Vandetty. Survived by many friends and family. Mark was very proud Alumni of Rutgers University. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a Celebration of Mark’s Life on Sunday, July 29 from 7 to 9 pm at Rexy's : 700 East Black Horse Pike, West Collingswood Heights NJ 08059. Ph: 856-456-7911. Cremation and Interment are private at the request of the family. Family requests no flower arrangements and memorial donations to Animal Welfare Association: 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees Twp., NJ 08043. Please write in memo: Mark Vandetty. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Mark Vandetty. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142 via www.mccannhealey.com Read more →

Swedesboro - Suddenly, On Sunday, July 22, 2018. Age 43. Survived by his devoted caregivers at Bellwether and loving friends. Viewing Monday, July 30 from 11 am to 11:30 am with Service at 11:45 am at McCann-Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of David Falotico. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142 via www.mccannhealey.com Read more →

CNBNews graphics file PHILADELPHIA (July 27, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)– Mayor Kenney and City Solicitor Marcel Pratt today announced that the City will not renew its agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that currently allows ICE access to the Police Department’s Preliminary Arraignment Reporting System (PARS). “For some time now we have been concerned that ICE uses PARS in inappropriate ways, including to conduct investigations that result in immigration enforcement against law-abiding Philadelphia residents,” said Mayor Kenney. “My Administration engaged in dialogue with ICE in recent weeks about its use of PARS data, and rather than allay these concerns, ICE officials in fact confirmed many of them. Such practices sow fear and distrust in Philadelphia’s great immigrant community, and make it more difficult for our Police Department to solve crimes. I cannot in good conscience allow the agreement to continue.” “While the PARS Contract allows termination or non-renewal for any reason, the City arrived at this decision after a deliberative process that involved community meetings, a constructive written and verbal dialogue with ICE’s leadership, and a thorough review of factual information,” said City Solicitor Marcel Pratt. “As a result of this process, we have concluded that ICE’s use of PARS can... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Defendant Fired Numerous Shots at Crips Gang Member in Hempstead Friday, July 27, in federal court in Central Islip, Bloods gang member Billy McLen, also known as “Rizo,” pleaded guilty to attempted murder in aid of racketeering and a weapons possession charge in connection with a shooting that occurred on October 21, 2014 in Hempstead, New York. The proceeding took place before United States Magistrate Judge Arlene R. Lindsay. Richard P. Donoghue, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, William F. Sweeney, Jr., Assistant Director-in-Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New York Field Office (FBI), and Patrick J. Ryder, Commissioner, Nassau County Police Department (NCPD), announced the guilty plea. According to court filings and facts presented during the guilty plea proceeding, in October 2014, the Bloods street gang was at war with members of the Crips street gang from the Parkside section of Hempstead. On October 21, 2014, McLen obtained a handgun from a Bloods leader, Jonathan Mayzick, and later met with Bloods members Naree Barnes and Khalil Brown. Together they proceeded to Peninsula Boulevard near Hempstead High School where they encountered a Crips gang member. McLen, Brown and Barnes pulled out handguns and shot... Read more →

(TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher today announced that New Jersey Department of Agriculture and United States Department of Agriculture personnel confirmed the first sighting of the spotted lanternfly in New Jersey. The sighting was made in portions of Warren County recently. The species is currently in its nymph stage and is likely to be either black or red with white spots. The spotted lanternfly, which is native to China, India, Vietnam and East Asia, was first located in Pennsylvania in 2014 and has spread to 13 counties there. The pest prefers Tree of Heaven as its host. The New Jersey sighting was made on Tree Heaven, which were treated to help prevent the spreading of the pest. Surveillance will continue in that immediate area as well as along the Delaware River border. Department field crews have been conducting surveys for this insect along the New Jersey-Pennsylvania border since 2014, from Warren to Burlington Counties with no previous findings The spotted lanternfly has a history of being an excellent hitchhiker, having the ability to stay connected to vehicles that travel across state borders. The insect’s movement into new areas happens through the relocation of adults, nymphs... Read more →

image provided (TRENTON) (CNBNewsnet)– The USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) has confirmed that the Longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) was found at Soldier Hill Golf Course in Bergen County, making it the fifth county in New Jersey known to have the tick. The Longhorned tick was also found on a child in Bergen County at a separate location. That confirmation came from the Rutgers Center for Vector Biology at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. The child was not bitten by the tick and tests by a private lab revealed no pathogens in that tick. Earlier findings have been confirmed in Hunterdon, Union, Middlesex and Mercer counties. Some of these findings were a result of a statewide “Tick Blitz,” led by the Rutgers Center for Vector Biology in May and developed primarily by professionals from New Jersey’s county mosquito control programs. The Longhorned tick was newly identified in both Middlesex and Mercer Counties during the Tick Blitz, with additional locations identified within Union and Hunterdon Counties. Bergen County officials continued looking for ticks within their county after the Tick Blitz, which led to the finding of the Longhorned tick at Soldier Hill Golf Course. Other public parks where the Longhorned tick has been... Read more →

According to Wikipedia Beavers continue to grow throughout their lives. Adult specimens weighing over 25 kg (55 lb) are not uncommon. Females are as large as or larger than males of the same age, which is uncommon among mammals. Beavers live up to 24 years of age in the wild. ****** By Phaedra Trethan/COURIER POST MEDFORD – A veterinarian who's been practicing medicine in South Jersey for more than 40 years called it "the craziest thing I've ever seen." A beaver attacked a large dog walking with its owner along the Rancocas Creek in Medford Wednesday, nearly dragging the dog underwater. Dr. William Pettit at Peticote Veterinary Clinic in Southampton, who treated the 95-pound yellow Labrador, said the owner was walking with the dog in a wooded area off Branch Street when a beaver approached him. Pettit said the dog got between the beaver and his owner, and that was when the rodent attacked, biting the dog's hind leg and dragging it toward the water. "It probably would have been successful, too," Pettit said, "if the owner hadn't stepped in and stopped it." The dog's owner hit the beaver repeatedly in its face until it retreated, Pettit said. The 3-year-old... Read more →

FENWICK ISLAND (July 28, 2018) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers are investigating a fatal boating accident involving personal watercraft (PWC) that occurred at approximately 1:41 p.m. today on Roy’s Creek off Assawoman Bay in Sussex County. A 53-year-old man, who was operating a PWC, was pronounced dead at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Md. The name of the deceased is being withheld, pending notification of family members. DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police said alcohol was not a contributing factor in the fatal PWC accident. Their investigation into the accident is ongoing, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police said Saturday evening. Read more →