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Charles “Bud” W. Gallagher, Sr. Gloucester City - On January 25, 2019. Age 87. Predeceased by his loving wife, Gertrude C. Gallagher (nee Brown); daughter, Linda Gallagher; parents, Frances Zoble Gallagher and Joseph Gallagher and brother, Joseph Gallagher. Loving father of Charles Gallagher, Jr, William Gallagher (Deana), Debbie Saxenmeyer (Jack) and Patti Rodio (Wolf Echevarria) Beloved grandfather of Billy, Kelly, Beau, Kim, Jackie, Jessica, Erin, Randy, Beau, Leah, Kyle, Dean and David and great-grandfather of Danyelle, Jeremy, Bailey, Dalton, Bella, Jade, Beau, Brooks, Jack, Ashley and Mia. Dear brother of Robert Gallagher, David Gallagher (Rosalie), Elizabeth Hass, Dean Gallagher (Marcee), Peter Gallagher (Lynn) and Cora DiSimone. Charles attended Haddonfield High School and proudly served as a Corporal in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a former Gloucester City Councilman and longtime member of the Gloucester City Lions Club and Sportsman A.C. Charles had a passion for... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA (January 2019) — The Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner was joined by civic and community leaders to announce a new partnership to begin enforcing Philadelphia’s ordinance requiring that individuals report a lost or stolen firearm to law enforcement authorities. This previously unused enforcement mechanism, sponsored by Council President Darrell L. Clarke and former Councilwoman Donna Reed Miller, was enacted in 2009 and focuses on gun owners, not guns, as a tool to improve public safety. “I will stand with any elected official who stands up to the NRA,” said Larry Krasner, Philadelphia District Attorney. “This law has been on the books for years but has not been utilized by prosecutors for political reasons. The prosecutions that will come from this law will be one more multi-pronged step that we can take to make our city a safer place to live and work.” Investigations into lost and stolen guns will begin with... Read more →

View Aslam Consent Order View Beecher Consent Order CNBNews graphics file Includes One Doctor Imprisoned for Supplying Opioids to a Criminal Drug Ring TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the state Board of Medical Examiners has permanently revoked the licenses of two physicians as a result of their criminal convictions in unrelated cases. Dr. George Beecher, an ear, nose and throat specialist in Warren, N.J. who conspired to supply a drug ring with tens of thousands of high-dose opioid painkillers, agreed to surrender his medical licenses for permanent revocation under a plea agreement reached with the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice last month. Dr. Zahid Aslam, an NJ-licensed OB-GYN practitioner who conspired to commit bank fraud in Delaware, agreed to surrender his medical licenses for permanent revocation under a plea agreement reached with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the... Read more →

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association submitted oral and written testimony opposing the $15 minimum wage bill today to two legislative committees. The testimony included letters from member businesses who spoke of dire consequences for their operations should the bill in its current form become law. In the past week, NJBIA has solicited 3,000 letters from business owners and concerned workers and citizens asking legislators to vote no on A-15/S-15. A small sampling of the letters can be found here. "The responses we have received from the business community have been passionate and it's critical that legislators recognize their concerns," said NJBIA President and CEO Michele Siekerka, who testified before the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee today. "The theme over many of these stories was concern about compression for those already making $15 an hour, the impact on Medicaid and increased costs to state government. Companies are challenged in... Read more →

Statement from Senator Dawn M. Addiego: As gridlock in Washington dominates the news, it has become increasingly clear that in order to effect change you have to be part of the discussion and not on the outside looking in. The people of the 8th District did not elect me to be content in the role of loyal opposition. I have had the opportunity over the course of the last year to work closely with Senate President Sweeney on the Economic and Fiscal Policy Work Group. His tireless work ethic and unparalleled success at delivering for the people of NJ and particularly South Jersey is to be admired. I am utterly convinced, as he is, that New Jersey’s current fiscal mess cannot be fixed by putting our heads in the sand and pretending it does not exist. My core values that originally drew me to the Republican Party have not changed,... Read more →

This morning, the NJ Senate Budget Committee will vote on legislation (S3381) that would make it more difficult for NJ students to graduate from high school by substantially toughening the standardized testing graduation requirements. Currently, NJ law requires students to take a single 11th grade basic skills test of English and math in order to graduate. S3381 would require students to take however many standardized tests the NJ Department of Education imposes. S3381 also would require those standardized tests to demonstrate "college and career readiness," even though many high school students do not intend to go to college and even though this terminology is vague enough to allow a gubernatorial Administration to abuse it. Additionally, S3381 would require students to take the college and career tests before they can qualify for any other graduation options, which could result in current seniors having to take PARCC 10th grade ELA and Algebra... Read more →

from a Catholic Perspective Marlton, NJ – Via Lucis, the Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice ministry for Catholic patients and families, in collaboration with the Dioceses of Camden and Trenton, will present Now & At the Hour of Our Death on Friday, February 15, 2019 at St. Paul’s Parochial School (250 James Street, Burlington). The 12th annual Catholic educational workshop, sponsored by the Diocese of Trenton and St. John of God Community Services, will focus on Addressing Pain and Suffering – exploring how hospice and palliative care can provide pain relief, as well as emotional, spiritual and social support for patients and families living with serious illnesses. “The primary goals of Samaritan’s Now & At the Hour of Our Death workshop are to discuss various end-of-life issues and encourage healthy dialogue between Catholics and those serving the Catholic community” said Mary Ann Boccolini, president and CEO of Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice.... Read more →

Arel Moodie ENDWELL, N.Y. – Visions Federal Credit Union has teamed up with author and motivational speaker Arel Moodie to spread the word about the importance of financial literacy to high school seniors. Moodie has been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, Yahoo!, PBS, BusinessWeek, and many other national media outlets. Moodie takes his experience over the last 12 years working with hundreds of thousands of students in over 1,000 schools in 48 states and pairs it with research-based strategies to create a highly engaging and impactful one-hour presentation for students. With the help of Visions Federal Credit Union, Moodie will make over 15 appearances. Arel Moodie, will be be at the New Milford High School on January 29 at 12:00 p.m. The following day, January 30 he will be at the St. Joseph Regional High School. After the presentation, students will receive a copy of Moodie’s book... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA PA (January 28, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--Convicted cop killer Mumia Abu-Jamal has been granted a new appeals hearing as a result of a recent Supreme Court ruling, according to CBSNews. Abu-Jamal was convicted of the 1981 murder of Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner. He has been granted a new appeals hearing because of a Supreme Court ruling. It says a former Pennsylvania justice who heard his appeal had a potential conflict of interest. Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner, in a prepared statement, said that his office is going to fight the court's decision. “We respect the trial Court and its independence as a distinct branch of government. The Philadelphia DAO’s notice of appeal reflects its agreement with some and disagreement with other aspects of the Court’s opinion. That opinion has sweeping and, in our view, problematic implications for a large volume of cases, in addition to its effect on the case of... Read more →

Nicholas J. Rossi Nicholas J. Rossi, on January 23, 2019, of Runnemede; formerly of the Fairview section of Camden. Age 87. Beloved husband of the late Anna (nee Scott). Devoted father of Richard Rossi (JoAnn), Nicholas Rossi (Paula), Christina Meloni (Garry), Mark Rossi (Louetta), and Keith Rossi. Loving grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of 11. Dear brother-in-law of Laura Rossi. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Nicholas enjoyed bowling and woodworking. He was a coach with the RYAA for many years. There will be a viewing from 10:30am to 12 noon Saturday at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, St. Vincent Pallotti Church, 901 Hopkins Road, Haddon Twp. Funeral Mass 12 noon at the Church. Interment Harleigh Cemetery, Camden. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3 Eves Drive, Suite 310, Marlton, NJ 08053. Read more →

STEVE MATLACK (LENAPE), BRIAN BURNS (Haddon Township); Kyree Myers (Glassboro), WILLIAM POLLICK (Kingsway), DARNELL DEMBY (Deptford) and SEAN MILLER (Timber Creek) To be honored. Holy Family Coach R. C. Owens featured speaker. The Albert Carino Boys Basketball Club has announced that Unsung Heroes will be the theme of the next meeting Wednesday, February 6th at the Crowne Plaza, Route 70 and Cuthbert Blvd., Cherry Hill starting at 11:30 A.M. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED and may be made by calling Jack Mongulla, Vice President/Treasurer (856-461-8800), Bill Thomas (856) 667-2442, Bob DeLambily (856-858-0053) or emailing the Club at [email protected]. Read more →

TO HONOR SMOKEY BEAR'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY (January 27,2019)--) TRENTON - Free calendars designed by New Jersey schoolchildren that highlight the importance of wildfire prevention and celebrate the 75th anniversary of Smokey Bear are available to the public, the Department of Environmental Protection announced. Approximately 200 children from public and private schools across the state submitted entries for a calendar contest with a dual theme of celebrating the 75th anniversary of Smokey Bear and calling attention to the importance of wildfire prevention. Although Smokey's officially recognized anniversary is in August, the traditional start of wildfire season in New Jersey begins in April. The Forest Fire Service commenced the contest in October 2018 to coincide with New Jersey's designated fire prevention week. "The Forest Fire Service is essential to protecting lives, property and natural resources in New Jersey," said Ray Bukowski, Assistant Commissioner for Natural and Historic Resources. "By engaging children in... Read more →

TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor announced that a Pennsylvania man received a three-year prison sentence today for stealing insurance payouts on claims for items purportedly lost or stolen while he was traveling around the country. Robert Cirino, 37, whose last known address was in Reading, Pennsylvania, also must pay more than $27,000 in restitution under a sentence handed down by Superior Court Judge Candido Rodriguez in Union County today. According to charges filed against him in April, Cirino provided fraudulent receipts, invoices and other documents in support of five fraudulent claims he submitted to Travelers Insurance between September 2015 and February 2017. In November 2018 he pleaded guilty to third-degree theft by deception in connection with payouts on two of the claims. “Claims theft is a crime that steals millions from New Jersey insurance providers every year and drives up... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file GLASSBORO, NJ --The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office and Rowan University are teaming up to provide students in the University’s Law & Justice Studies program with a firsthand look at the inner workings of the law and justice system through internships in the prosecutor’s office. Through a Memorandum of Understanding signed recently, Rowan will work with the prosecutor’s office to set forth a more standardized application process for students interested in landing internships in Burlington County. That includes the development of a standardized application form, completed background checks and drug screenings and other requirements. “Currently, we place interns with a few Burlington County Police Departments, but this Memorandum of Agreement formalizes our partnership with the prosecutor’s office and will place more interns with more agencies in Burlington County,” said Law & Justice Studies Professor Jeffrey Schwartz. According to Schwartz, altogether, Rowan Law & Justice Studies majors are placed... Read more →

The following legislation will be voted in committee on Monday, January 28, 2018: Capitol Dome, Trenton Assembly Appropriations Committee: Stormwater Utilities A2694 (McKeon) authorizes municipalities, counties, and certain authorities to establish stormwater utilities. The bill also requires the DEP to create a stormwater utility guidance manual to provide guidance to municipalities, counties, and authorities seeking to establish stormwater utilities. “The biggest source of pollution we face is from stormwater runoff. This legislation is an important step forward to help clean up our waterways and protect us from flooding. The bill will allow towns to have a funding mechanism to establish stormwater utilities. Stormwater is a very serious problem that impacts our waterways and affects public health. This bill is a good start to help us reduce those problems and we need to continue to do more to clean up our combined sewer overflow because they are a health hazard,” said... Read more →

The Joint Commission, in collaboration with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA), has recognized Jefferson Health’s Cherry Hill and Stratford hospitals for the first time with the Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. Established in 2003, Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers is awarded to qualifying Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospitals for a two-year period. Jefferson Health in New Jersey recently underwent a rigorous onsite review, where Joint Commission experts evaluated Jefferson’s compliance with stroke-related standards and requirements, including program management, the delivery of clinical care and performance improvement. Both the Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and the Jefferson Stratford Hospital are NJ state-designated Primary Stroke Centers. “Jefferson Health has thoroughly demonstrated the greatest level of commitment to the care of stroke patients through its Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers,” said Patrick Phelan, Executive Director, Hospital Business Development, The Joint Commission. “We commend Jefferson Health in... Read more →

Elevator Installations Multimillion dollar project will make all PATCO stations fully accessible Budget: $32 million Design phase: Completed Construction phase: Fall 2017 Contractor: A.P. Construction Duration: 48 months Completion date: Fall 2022 Upon completion, all 13 PATCO stations will be fully accessible to individuals with disabilities and those using wheelchairs, strollers and bicycles. Stations receiving elevators: Haddonfield Collingswood Westmont Ashland Camden City Hall 12/13th & Locust Street The project will take place in three phases. The Haddonfield and Collingswood stations will be targeted in the first phase, followed by the Westmont and Ashland stations in the second phase and the Camden City Hall and the 12/13th & Locust Street stations in the third phase. The four stations targeted in the first and second phases of the project will each receive one elevator, while two elevators will be constructed at the Camden City Hall and the 12/13th & Locust Street stations,... Read more →

Former champions Hayes Jenkins, Carol Heiss, Nancy Heiss and Wedge Jones find a moment to reminisce about the Detroit Skating Club and Michigan State University. By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Contributor DETROIT-- The skaters refer to the event with one word, “Nationals” and work up to showcasing here with quite reverence and resolve. Co-hosted by the Detroit Skating Club and the Detroit Sports Commission, the United States Figure Skating Association presented their annual championships at the fabulous Little Caesars Arena. They had standing room crowds. The U.S. Championships, held since 1914, are the nation’s most coveted figure skating crown in the United States. Champions were determined in ladies, men’s, pairs and ice dance at the senior, junior, novice, intermediate and juvenile levels of the U.S. Figure Skating Association. The spectators came to celebrate the history of the sport along with crowning the new medal winners. Tara Lipinski, former Olympic champion... Read more →

Nia Franklin Miss America 2019 ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (January 24, 2019) – Nia Franklin Miss America 2019 visited with key members of the Atlantic City community Thursday afternoon. Franklin’s first stop was to the Atlantic City Police Department where she greeted and thanked the ACPD for their ongoing commitment to keeping the Atlantic City community safe. Franklin took a tour of the facilities and even had a chance to visit the “control room” where ACPD prepares for and monitors the famous “Show Me Your Shoes” Parade. “I am so grateful for the work these men and women do! From the countless hours they put in during the week of Miss America to the heroic things they do on a daily basis to keep New Jersey citizens safe, I just wanted them to know that I appreciate them,” said Franklin. “I know the Miss America Organization looks forward to their partnership... Read more →

(January 28, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--The economy of the United States has experienced a boom in recent years. Whether you wish to attribute this momentum to the actions of the Trump presidency or to the cyclical nature of the markets as a whole. there is no doubt that the small business climate is currently quite favorable. However, we are all aware that there is no guarantee in terms of what tomorrow may hold. Even those Philadelphia businesses which have experienced a great deal of success in the recent past need to plan ahead for what may be lurking around the corner. Due to the fact that some economists are predicting a slight economic downturn in the coming months, it is wise to take advantage of what the online business community has to offer. What are some benefits associated with such a move and why it is important to choose the most appropriate e-commerce... Read more →

Reminder for the week: Deer hunting seasons ending DOVER (Jan. 25, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers between Jan. 14-20 made 1,242 contacts with hunters, anglers, boaters, and the general public, issuing 43 citations. Officers responded to 35 complaints regarding possible violations of laws and regulations or requests to assist the public. An increased Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police presence continued at the C&D Canal Conservation Area and Michael N. Castle Trail. Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Actions On Jan. 18, Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers arrested Angelo J. Rispoli Jr., 23, of New Castle, for one count each of conspiracy third degree, hunting on a state game refuge, and two counts of possess... Read more →

GTPD Community Bulletin: GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (January 27, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--Monday, January 21, The Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD) celebrated Martin Luther King Day. The frigid weather postponed activities for MLK Day of Service until Saturday and they still had a great turn out! Tuesday The GTPD warned residents and seniors about the current trend of “distraction burglaries”. If you observe suspicious activity, call the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500 or call our GTPD Anonymous Tip Line: 856-842-5560. To send an Anonymous Tip via Text Message to Gloucester Township Police, text the keyword TIP GLOTWPPD and your tip message to 888777. You may also click here to access our Anonymous Web Tip Page: https://local.nixle.com/tip/alert/5170177 On Wednesday, LEAD (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) Officer Pearce and Officer Schultz kicked off the National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week with a presentation to residents about the dangers of vaping. The GTPD also introduced everyone to... Read more →

The National Catholic Schools Week Theme: “Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed” The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will join in the national observance of Catholic Schools Week January 27, 2019 – February 2, 2019. Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of the Christ-centered, faith-based education that students receive in the 119 elementary, 17 secondary, and 4 special education schools in the five-county metropolitan area comprising the Archdiocese. The national theme for Catholic Schools Week is “Catholic Schools: Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.” CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK KEYSTONE EVENT OVER 450 CATHOLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS WILL PARTICIPATE IN DAYLONG SERVICE EVENT IN CELEBRATION OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK Elementary, High School, and Special Education Students will prepare 3,000 packages to benefit older adults served through Catholic Housing and Community Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Over 450 students representing parish-based elementary schools, as well as Archdiocesan high schools and schools of special education will participate... Read more →

January 22, 2019 In addition to Montoursville-native and Little League® International Board of Directors member, Mike Mussina, and his fellow Little League Hall of Excellence enshrine and New York Yankees teammate, Mariano Rivera, three other Little League graduates spotlight the 2019 National Baseball Hall of Fame Class, which was officially announced on January 22. In total, five of the six inductees in this year’s Hall of Fame Class began their career in the Little League program. This year’s Class of 2019 that got their start as Little Leaguers, as voted on by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America, includes: Mike Mussina (Montoursville (Pa.) Little League) Mariano Rivera (Barrio Colon Little League; La Chorrea, Panama) Roy Halladay (Cherry Creek Little League; Aurora, Colo.) Edgar Martinez (Dorado (Puerto Rico) Little League) Harold Baines* (Home Run Baker Little League; St. Michaels, Md.) *Member of the Today’s Game Era Ballot induction “Nearly every Little... Read more →

“I’m pleased to see the President finally end his shutdown, allow our federal government to reopen, and pay our federal employees the salaries they are owed. But it’s impossible to understand why he insisted on the damage done the last five weeks. Over 800,000 federal workers, including thousands right here in New Jersey, were forced to go a month without a paycheck, pushing so many working families into desperation. They deserve better, and I hope the President understands how destructive it is to play politics with people’s lives.” Read more →

New Jersey 101.5 decided to check out Murphy's tax bill because the curious Zillow CNBNews graphics file listing was being shared online. It caught the attention of a reader who asked us to look into it. Considering that tax bills in the state on average edged up by 0.9 percent last year, a nearly 50 percent drop in the governor's 6-acre Navesink waterfront abode would certainly raise questions. According to Middletown Tax Collector Judith Vassallo, the 2018 figure that Zillow used appears to be the amount billed for the August and November tax quarters last year. We reached out to Zillow to get their reaction and will update this story with their response when we get it. By comparison, the average residential tax bill in New Jersey last year was $8,767. In Middletown, the average was $9,243, an increase of 4 percent. Compare your town here. CONTINUE TO READ Read more →

January 23, 2019 usbailreform New Mexico Albuquerque, NM - James Alex Chavez, 32, has been charged with two counts of murder after an investigation into a shooting incident at a 24-hour Circle K gas station. According to the Albuquerque Journal, Chavez was loitering at a 24-hour Circle K gas station and causing problems early in the morning of Jan. 14 when the assistant manager’s brother and a friend dropped by the gas station. The two men were helping the store manager escort Chavez off the property when, police say, Chavez pulled a gun and opened fire, killing Lopez and Ronquillo. At the time of the shooting, Chavez was wanted for failing to report to pretrial services after he was charged with receiving or transferring a stolen motor vehicle and possession of a controlled substance in November. Chavez was previously charged with shoplifting, trafficking a controlled substance and breaking and entering.... Read more →

Edith was born on April 9, 1926 and passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Edith was a resident of New Jersey at the time of passing. Viewing, today, Sunday, January 27, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Mahaffey-Milano Funeral Home 11 E. Kings Highway Mount Ephraim, NJ, and on January 28, 2019 from 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM Annunciation BVM Church 601 W Browning Rd Bellmawr followed by a Mass of Christian Burial from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Annunciation BVM Church 601 W Browning Rd Bellmawr, NJ, US, 08031 Mass of Christian Burial begins. JAN 28. 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM New St. Mary's Cemetery 515 W. Browning Rd. Bellmawr, NJ, US, 08031 Interment begins. Read more →

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (January 27, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--The Gloucester Township Police Department is investigating a suspicious incident that occurred at the Jamestown Square apartment complex on Saturday January 26th at approximately 5:40 pm. A teenage male was walking in the complex when a male driving a dark colored SUV pulled up near the teenager and called out to him. The teenager ignored him and continued walking home. The vehicle then left the area. The driver was described as a black or Hispanic male in his late 30’s with an average build and a bushy beard, wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt. If anyone witnessed the incident or has any information regarding it, please contact the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500 or call our GTPD Anonymous Tip Line: 856-842-5560. To send an Anonymous Tip via Text Message to Gloucester Township Police, text the keyword TIP GLOTWPPD and your tip message to 888777.... Read more →

Posted on January 2019 Posted By: Maria Categories: Latest News Written by Peter G. Sánchez/Diocese of Camden Away from the classrooms and library, the textbooks and the flash cards, the three medical students of Rowan University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, enjoyed a brief break last Sunday evening at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Lindenwold. Jared Furtado, 23, a second year student, and Jacob Havens, 25, and Regina Thaddeus, 28, both third year students, worshipped at 5 p.m. Mass, and then enjoyed a dinner of pizza and wings with Father Adam Cichoski, the parish’s parochial vicar, in the church offices. Conversation began with weekend plans, the holidays, the new semester, exams, sports and study habits, and then shifted to the main focus of the gathering: the students’ faith, how they find comfort and solace in God amidst their hectic and stressful schedules, and the challenges in living out what... Read more →

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association is teaming up with SCORE NJ, a nonprofit organization that provides free confidential business consulting services to startups, as well as existing businesses that are struggling or looking to expand. NJBIA members can contact any of SCORE's eight New Jersey chapters where collectively 350 volunteer mentors with experience in 62 different industries are ready to help small businesses succeed. Under this new partnership, any SCORE NJ client who is not already an NJBIA member is eligible for a 10 percent NJBIA membership discount. "SCORE's volunteer experts are working and retired business owners, managers and executives with real-world experience overcoming the unique challenges New Jersey entrepreneurs face," said NJBIA President & CEO Michele N. Siekerka, Esq. "We want to help connect NJBIA members to the tremendous resource that SCORE can provide to small businesses through its free counseling and low-cost educational programs." SCORE NJ... Read more →

John P. DeMerchant, police photo/ child porn suspect (Police ) John P. DeMerchant, 32, of Lumberton, was arrested after investigators charged him with possession of more than 1,000 images of child pornography on his home computer. DeMerchant was released and FREE TO GO under NJ Bail Reform after the Arnold Foundation’s “Pretrial Risk Assessment Tool" determined he was not a danger to the community or a flight risk and therefore should not be subject to any accountable release – just a “promise” to appear. The release is yet another example of the thousands of unaccountable pretrial releases of those criminally charged under the NJ Bail Reform Act. RELATED: Man had over 1K images of child pornography, prosecutors say Published by NJ.com - Jan 16 2019 Authorities arrested a Lumberton man last week on two charges accusing him of possessing child pornography following a tip from prosecutors in Camden County. John... Read more →

SCRANTON, PA (01/22/2019)-- Local residents were among nearly 1,600 students named to The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the 2018 fall semester. The Dean's List recognizes students for academic excellence. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours during the semester to make the Dean's List. The students are: Kyra A. Bevenour of Sicklerville (08081), a sophomore mathematics major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences. Robert R. Simons of Medford (08055), a sophomore English major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences. Taylor M. Limone of Burlington (08016), a junior biochemistry major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences. Christina Vicente of Mount Laurel (08054), a junior applied mathematics major in the University's College of Arts and Sciences. Daniel T. Garvey of Marlton (08053), a senior psychology major in the University's College of Arts... Read more →

TRENTON (January 2019)(CNBNewsnet)-–Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced that a Maryland man was sentenced to prison today for stealing a $469,364 check from a Georgia corporation and depositing it into the bank account of a shell company he created in New Jersey with the same name. He then ran the funds through multiple shell companies before withdrawing them as cashier’s checks and cash. Darrell Williams, 58, of Suitland, Maryland, was sentenced today to eight years in state prison by Superior Court Judge Kevin T. Smith in Gloucester County. Williams pleaded guilty on Sept. 10, 2018 to second-degree theft by deception. He was ordered to pay $200,419 in restitution, representing the balance of the funds drawn against the stolen check by Williams that were not previously recovered. Deputy Attorney General Derek Miller prosecuted the case and handled the sentencing for the Division of Criminal Justice Financial & Computer Crimes Bureau. Williams... Read more →

CAMDEN CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) has been named to the 15th annual Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World list by Corporate Knights, a media, research and financial products company. The ranking of corporate sustainability performance is based on metrics covering resource, employee and financial management; clean revenue; and supplier performance. 7,500 companies with more than $1 billion (USD) in revenues were analyzed to form the list. Campbell is one of 22 U.S. companies, and one of only two U.S. food companies, included in the Global 100. “Campbell’s corporate responsibility efforts continue to evolve as we live into our Purpose, Real Food that Matters for Life’s Moments,” said Dave Stangis, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Chief Sustainability Officer. “With this evolution remains a steadfast commitment to transparently doing what’s right—for our business, our communities and the environment. We are proud to be recognized by Corporate... Read more →

EarthTalk® From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What is the so-called Green New Deal proposed by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and is Congress likely to go for it? -- Mark Talarico, Brooklyn, NY The concept of a “Green New Deal” (GND), first called for in a 2007 New York Times op-ed by Thomas Friedman, has been in the news lately thanks to a protest outside of Nancy Pelosi’s office in mid-November a week after the 2018 mid-term elections when Democrats took back the House. The goal of the GND is to put America at the forefront of green technologies to meet or exceed our Paris climate treaty commitments while boosting the economy and reducing economic inequality. Think of it as like President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s original “New Deal” that helped get Americans back on their feet economically after the Great Depression through the creation of millions of... Read more →

Related: ARTIST Dave Wolfe Vol. 5 No. 32 (January 27, 2019) Editor's Note: Each Sunday morning we post a weekly comic strip provided by cartoonist Dave Wolfe, age 18. 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 image to enlarge) Read more →

Current subscribers required to re-register in order to receive the more reliable delivery of alerts CAMDEN CITY, NJ - The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) and the Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO) today announced the launch of a new mass notification service for its bridge and train customers. The need to ensure customers are informed of real time travel conditions has never been greater- the Authority has experienced record numbers in 2018 with more than 106 million vehicles crossing the DRPA’s four bridges and more than 10 million passengers riding PATCO trains. The new alert system is powered by Everbridge, a recognized leader in mass notification systems and replaces the Authority’s previous system which in recent years has become unsupported, unreliable and unstable. Current alert subscribers must re-register for the new system in order to meet Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) compliance guidelines by providing express written consent they wish... Read more →

Public Invited to Awards Dinner Celebration 5-9pm, February 7, 2019 Marlton, NJ—(January 25, 2019)--—The National Association of Women Business Owners South Jersey (NAWBO SJ) Chapter has announced that Marilyn Russell, from 98.1 WOGL’s Marilyn Russell in the Morning FM radio show, will be the Keynote Speaker at the organization’s 16th Annual Beyond the Glass Ceiling Awards at The Merion in Cinnaminson on Feb. 7. “I’m thrilled to have been asked to present the keynote address at this year’s awards dinner,” said Marilyn Russell, “and I look forward to featuring a few of these tremendous, award-winning women on Remarkable Women, my Sunday Morning show, and podcast at Radio.com.” Ms. Russell herself is a past recipient of a Beyond the Glass Ceiling Award, having been named the Media Advocate of the Year by NAWBO SJ in 2014. This year’s event is sponsored by FrontEnd Graphics, Oaks Integrated Care, and The Beckett George... Read more →

TRENTON –Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced that an Atlantic County woman pleaded guilty today to stealing $140,873 in state pension benefits that continued to be paid for her mother for eight years after the mother died. Diana A. Heil, 49, of Pleasantville, N.J., pleaded guilty to a charge of third-degree theft by unlawful taking before Superior Court Judge Robert P. Becker Jr. in Gloucester County. Under the plea agreement, the state will recommend that Heil be sentenced to 364 days in the county jail as a condition of a term of probation. She must pay full restitution to the state. Heil is scheduled to be sentenced on March 8. The state’s investigation revealed that, at the time of her death in 2005, Heil’s mother was receiving survivor’s benefits as the beneficiary of Heil’s deceased father, who had been a member of the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund.... Read more →

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (January 26, 2019)--Monday, January 21, 2019 Gloucester Township Police spent the morning volunteering at Gloucester Township's Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service. They participated in different service projects throughout town such as making blankets for those in need, creating toys for the dogs at Camden County Animal Shelter, sorting donated food, and sprucing up the family resource center. #3rdgearpolicing #GTPD #Community Address/Location Gloucester Township Police Department 1261 Chews Landing Rd Gloucester Township, NJ 08021 Contact Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergencies: 856-228-4500 Read more →

High-Tech Tools, Tight Teamwork Were Key to Separating Infant Girls Joined at the Head Published on Jan 23, 2019 in CHOP News PHILADELPHIA, PA (January 25, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--The Delaney twins with their dad, RileyOver a year and a half after the successful separation of two infant twins joined at the top of their heads, surgical team leaders report on this dramatic case in the Jan. 24 New England Journal of Medicine. The surgeons describe the innovative devices, elaborate planning, and precisely orchestrated teamwork needed to perform the complex separation surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Today Erin and Abby Delaney are thriving 2-year-olds, living with their parents Heather and Riley in Mooresville, NC. In June 2017, their 11-hour separation surgery made them international celebrities at 10 months of age. Among craniopagus conjoined twins (those joined at the head), they were among the youngest ever known to be successfully separated. “Infants... Read more →

CNBNews graphics file Cape May Court House, NJ - Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland announced a Cape May County Grand Jury returned an Indictment in connection with the “Operation Forefathers” investigation, the several month long large-scale narcotics investigation initiated by the Cape May and Atlantic County Prosecutor's Offices along with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This investigation was centered in the Woodbine and Millville, New Jersey areas and resulted in the arrest of (30) individuals seizure of thirteen (13) vehicles and approximately 6,540 bags of suspected heroin, (6) ounces of suspected methamphetamine, (2) ounces of suspected raw heroin, and numerous pounds of marijuana seized. Also seized was in excess of $30,000.00 in US currency, (2) semiautomatic handguns and (1) shotgun. The suspected heroin has an approximate street value of $77,000.00 and the suspected methamphetamine has an approximate street value of $16,000.00. The 60 Count Indictment charges the following individuals:... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA, PA --Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has asked families to limit the number of people who visit their children at the hospital. The limited visitor procedures, which are in place during this traditional "sick season," can help your child and others in the Hospital avoid catching the flu or a respiratory infection from someone visiting CHOP. Family members or friends wouldn't knowingly come to the Hospital if they were sick, but they can spread germs without even realizing it. People can be contagious with influenza 24 hours before they show any symptoms of being ill. The surest way to reduce the chance of someone accidently bringing infection into CHOP is to limit the number of people coming to visit at the Hospital. Families can designate up to four additional healthy visitors When a new patient is admitted to CHOP during this time of the year, the child's parents or primary... Read more →

View Complaint I View Consent Order TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the State Board of Medical Examiners (“the Board”) has temporarily suspended the license of a physician participating in the State’s Medicinal Marijuana Program (“MMP”) amid allegations he created a multimillion dollar enterprise by indiscriminately authorizing marijuana use for thousands of patients he met in hotel conference centers across the state. Dr. Anthony Anzalone, 66, who has been a registered participant in the MMP since 2012, must wind down his medical practice within the next 30 days and cease practicing medicine altogether on February 8, under the terms of an Interim Consent Order he entered with the Board on Wednesday. His license will remain temporarily suspended until the allegations against him are resolved. “State legislatures may relax their laws against marijuana – and many already have – but there... Read more →

WASHINGTON, DC (January 25, 2019)--When President Trump denied House Speaker Nancy Pelosi use of a military aircraft for a CODEL (congressional delegation trip) to Afghanistan recently, he called the public’s attention to wasteful taxpayer-funded congressional travel. In his letter to Pelosi blocking the trip, President Trump mentioned the 800,000 federal workers going without pay. The real irony is that U.S. government workers in Afghanistan, who were among those not being paid, worked for two weeks to plan the trip – and on a holiday weekend. We at Judicial Watch were not at all surprised by this foolishness. For years we have been exposing the lucrative travel our leaders enjoy at taxpayer expense. We have long noted Pelosi’s abuse of the perks of public office that granted her access to luxury military travel. This current expedition is hardly new for her. In 2009, during Pelosi’s first speakership, we uncovered documents from... Read more →

Paul J. Welsh, Sr. on January 23, 2019, of Bellmawr, NJ. Age 54. Beloved father of Paulina and Paul, Jr. Loving son of Patricia and the late John Welsh. Dear brother of Desiree, Michelle, Shareen, and twin brother, John. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and many loving, lifelong friends. Paul loved his many friends and was a great father, brother and friend. He was an avid fisherman who loved nature and the outdoors. Paul was always a hard worker. There will be a viewing on Wednesday, January 30th from 12pm to 2pm at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Service 2pm at the funeral home. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Paul’s memory to his family. SERVICES Viewing Wednesday, January 30, 2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Gardner Funeral Home, Runnemede 126 S. Black Horse Pike Runnemede, New Jersey 08078 Funeral Service Wednesday, January... Read more →

Lumberton Township (January 25, 2019)---Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Lumberton Township Police Chief Nicholas Peditto announced that a Lumberton Township man was arrested today and charged with possession of child pornography. Dino Fiabane, 73, of the 200 block of Woodside Drive, was charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Third Degree). The case will now be prepared for presentation to a Grand Jury for possible indictment. The investigation began late last year after the Prosecutor’s Office High-Tech Crimes Unit was notified of Fiabane’s online search activities by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He was taken into custody at his home this morning following the execution of a search warrant, during which multiple computers, cell phones, external hard drives and other digital storage devices were seized. A preliminary review of the devices by the High-Tech Crimes Unit detectives revealed child pornography images The... Read more →

TRENTON –Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced that the former chief financial officer for a nonprofit organization that provides services to individuals with autism pleaded guilty today to stealing nearly $115,000 from the organization for his personal use. Peter Pflug, 56, of Freehold, N.J., the former chief financial officer for New Horizons in Autism, pleaded guilty today to a second-degree charge of theft by unlawful taking before Superior Court Judge Ellen Torregrossa-O’Connor in Monmouth County. Under the plea agreement, the state will recommend that Pflug be sentenced to three years in state prison. He will be required to pay full restitution. Sentencing for Pflug is scheduled for March 22. Deputy Attorney General Mallory Shanahan prosecuted Pflug and took the guilty plea for the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability. Pflug was indicted in an investigation by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability. New Horizons, a nonprofit based in Monmouth... Read more →