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to Appear in Atlantic County “The 5th Little Girl” of the 1963 16th Street Church Bombing and Civil Rights Icon to Appear in Atlantic County (Pleasantville) NAACP Atlantic City and Mainland Chapters in conjunction with Mount Zion Baptist Church, The African American History Museum of Atlantic City and The Anti- Defamation League of South Jersey are proud to sponsor “An Evening With Sarah Collins Rudolph,” also known as “The Fifth Little Girl” and survivor of the 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing in Birmingham, Alabama which killed her sister, Addie Mae Collins, and three friends, Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson and Denise...
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New Exhibits, Openings & Debuts Slated For Philadelphia And The Countryside This Summer Summer brings more than sunshine, warm weather and the start of water ice season to Philly. It brings new exhibits, openings and more. Among the newcomers: blockbuster exhibit Marvel: Universe of Superheroes at The Franklin Institute, N.C. Wyeth: New Perspectives at the Brandywine River Museum of Art, the John J. Audubon Center for Art and Conservation at Mill Grove and the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. Returning favorites include Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches (May 25-September 2), Wawa Welcome America (June 30-July 4,), the Chinese Lantern Festival(through...
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Related: ARTIST Dave Wolfe Vol. 5 No. 49(May 26, 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) published gloucestercitynews.net | May 24, 2019
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DOVER (May 24, 2019)--(gloucestercitynews.net) – For a safer Memorial Day holiday weekend, DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police remind boaters that drinking and boating don’t mix. Boat operators who have consumed alcohol put themselves, their passengers, and other boaters in Delaware waters at risk, and boat operators found with blood alcohol levels of .08 or higher will face charges for operating under the influence (OUI) in violation of Delaware and federal laws. Marine patrols are increased over the holiday weekend to ensure safe boating and public safety. Boat operators found at or above the legal limit will find their...
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. & PITTSBURGH & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On Sunday, May 26, Oscar Mayer and NASCAR® driver Ryan Newman will salute to the troops at the Coca-Cola 600 with a patriotic paint scheme featuring the stars and stripes and recognizing one special service member. Newman’s No. 6 Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Ford Mustang will be painted to pay tribute to the late Sgt. James Nolen as part of NASCAR’s 600 Miles of Remembrance initiative, which honors fallen service members with patriotic car wraps and coordinates visits to military bases leading up to the race. “It was an honor to meet the family...
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BROOKLAWN, NJ (gloucestercitynews.net)--(May 25, 2019)--Gloucester Catholic baseball continued its winning streak on Friday beating 8th seeded Ranney High School, at home, 11-1 in the quarterfinals of the Non-Public B, Tournament, according to The South Jersey Times. The win improves the Rams record to 18-5. Top-seeded Gloucester Catholic will play fourth-seeded Holy Spirit, Absecon (15-7) in the semifinals on Tuesday, 4PM at home at the Joe Barth Field, Brooklawn. The Spartans beat Wildwood on Thursday setting up Tuesday's game against the Rams. Related: Gloucester Catholic Gloucester City News Sports Spartans beat tough Crusaders in Non-Public B Holy Spirit Baseball, source Facebook
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Sharon C. Beale (nee Dobson), on May 22, 2019, of Gloucester Twp. Age 55. Beloved wife of the late William H. Beale, Jr. Devoted mother of Shawn Malave, Krystle Beale (Jesse Gordon), Samantha Beale (Jodie Brewer), Amanda Beale, and the late Jason Dobson. Loving grandmother of Dominic, Haylie, Jaylen, Michael, and Owen. Beloved daughter of William Dobson and the late Carol Kenyon. Cherished step daughter of Edward Kenyon and the late Anne Dobson. Dear sister of Donna Dobson, Patricia Dobson, William Dobson, Lee Kenyon, Joel Dobson, and the late Matthew Kenyon and step sister of Teri Wilson and Janice Adamivic....
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 24, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--The Gloucester City Police Department released the following traffic alert for Memorial Day. On Monday, May 27th. the following road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect to accommodate the Memorial Day Ceremony at Broadway and Monmouth Street: Road Closures (10:30am -1:00pm) Broadway between Cumberland and Hudson (all traffic) Somerset St between Broadway and Champion Road (all traffic) Monmouth St @ Atlantic to Broadway (all traffic) Monmouth St between Champion Road and Broadway (all traffic) No Parking (10:00am -1pm) Broadway between Cumberland and Broadway (both sides) Cumberland St 200, 300 and 500 blocks (North...
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Annual "Click It or Ticket" Seat Belt Awareness Campaign has Begun The Delaware River Port Authority Public Safety Department will join PennDOT and other law enforcement professionals from across the United States in the "Click It or Ticket" seat belt awareness campaign on Thursday, May 16 to be held in Chester, Pa. at Talen Energy Stadium. "As stewards of the region’s critical transportation infrastructure, the Delaware River Port Authority Police Department is committed to preserve and protect the safety of the region through dedication, service, trust, and integrity. We look forward to working with our external partners in supporting the...
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Including $236,000 slated for Maryland WASHINGTON (May 23, 2019) -- As the nation heads into the summer beach season, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun awarding up to $9.24 million across 39 states, territories, and tribes to develop and implement beach monitoring and notification programs. This year’s allocation includes $236,000 designated to support the Maryland beaches to implement beach monitoring and notification programs along Maryland’s shores. “Ensuring that we have clean water for drinking and recreation is a national priority, and EPA is doing its part to make sure beachgoers stay healthy when enjoying our coastal and Great...
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Camden City Teen Named First – to be Honored at Boys & Girls Club of Camden County’s Teen Recognition Dinner PENNSAUKEN, NJ ( May 24, 2019) - - A Camden City teen is receiving a life-changing opportunity after being selected as the first recipient of a full scholarship from the newly established MHS Lift Scholarship Fund. Scholarship recipient Amir King, Jr., of Camden, will be honored at the Boys & Girls Club of Camden County’s (BGCCC) Annual Teen Recognition Dinner at Rowan University Business Hall on May 30. “I’m both grateful and stunned, and humbled for this incredible opportunity,” said...
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Get your football fix this summer by experiencing the fun and excitement of arena football! Attend the Philadelphia Soul vs. Columbus Destroyers game on Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center and you’ll be supporting Cooper University Health Care! At this special game, ESPN Correspondent Sal Paolantonio has selected Cooper as the recipient of 40% of the ticket proceeds purchased through this special link. Tickets start at just $15! Click here to purchase and enter promo code SALPAL so that Cooper receives your donation! published gloucestercitynews.net | May 24, 2019
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DOVER, Delaware(May 23, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net) – Whether in their own backyards or while taking a walk outdoors, Delawareans are likely to encounter young wildlife this time of year. DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife reminds well-meaning Delawareans that when encountering young wildlife of any species, the best thing you can do is to leave the animals alone. While some young animals appear to be abandoned, they usually are not, with their mothers nearby watching over them and waiting for you to move on. Many wildlife species, including white-tailed deer, leave their young while they forage for food, visiting the young only...
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(Philadelphia, PA) – Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the leading cause of death and disability in children and adults up to 44 years of age. Every 15 seconds someone in the US suffers a major traumatic brain injury, and every five minutes someone is forever disabled from traumatic brain injury. Temple University Hospital is participating in a National Institutes of Health-funded, clinical research study that seeks to improve outcomes after TBI. The Brain Oxygen Optimization in Severe TBI, or BOOST-3 trial is a nationwide, phase-3 clinical trial being led by the University of Michigan that aims to learn if either...
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LOWER TOWNSHIP, NJ (May 23, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Work began on the Upper Thorofare Bridge located on Ocean Drive in the Cold Spring section of Lower Township on Monday, 5/20. Work will be conducted from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and traffic will be returned to normal condition PRIOR to Noon on Friday 5/24, for the holiday weekend. Once the work on the Thorofare Bridge is complete, work will begin on the Mill Creek Bridge. The project is expected to be completed prior to the end of June. Please expect delays during this project and seek an alternate route to...
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Baccalaureate Masses and Commencement Exercises scheduled at Catholic high schools throughout the five counties of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s 17 high schools are proud to announce their scheduled Baccalaureate Masses and Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2019. Catholic schools are committed to giving students the tools, skills, and guidance they need to not only overcome 21st-century challenges, but also to flourish intellectually, morally, and spiritually. Archdiocesan schools strive to equip saints for life in this world and the next. The 2019 Archdiocesan high school Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement Exercise schedule follows. Please note high schools...
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ --(gloucestercitynews.net)(May 23, 2019--On Wednesday, May 22, at approximately 3:45 pm a 12-year-old female juvenile was walking her dog in the area of the 1000 Block of Cummings Avenue when she encountered a suspicious vehicle stop in the middle of the street. The driver called out to the juvenile asking where he was and that he was lost. When the juvenile did not respond the driver opened the door and exited holding a clipboard where he continued to try and speak with the juvenile. The male subject did not approach the juvenile, however, when he continued to try...
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Cape May Court House, New Jersey – (May 23, 2019)--gloucestercitynews.net--Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland along with Chief Matthew Gallagher of the North Wildwood Police Department announce a joint investigation is being conducted of a reported Sexual Assault which occurred on May 21, 2019 in the area of the 500 block of Anglesea Drive, North Wildwood, New Jersey. On May 21, 2019, at approximately 6:27 p.m., the North Wildwood Police Department received a report of a Sexual Assault. The victim reported while walking in the area of the 500 block of Anglesea Drive, an unknown male approached and sexually...
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If you wanted to see a contrast between what we’re fighting for in Pennsylvania, Tuesday’s election results showed the difference between the continued leftward lurch by Democrats in Pennsylvania and the pro-Constitution, pro-growth, pro-freedom message of Republicans. In Pittsburgh, two Democrats heavily financed by a socialist political action committee won seats on Allegheny County Council and Pittsburgh School Board. In addition, a leftist candidate backed by anti-Second Amendment Mayor Bill Peduto took down an incumbent and put another liberal ally of the Mayor on City Council. In Philadelphia’s local elections, anti-establishment candidates outperformed the Democrat machine, putting the city in...
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(May 22, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a Lumberton man was sentenced today in Superior Court to 20 years in New Jersey state prison for stabbing two New York City men, one fatally, during a street fight in Lumberton in February 2018. Supreme Life, 57, of the first block of Coriander Drive, must serve 85 percent of the term before becoming eligible for parole, under the conditions imposed by the Hon. Charles A. Delehey, J.S.C. A jury found Life guilty in March of Passion Provocation Manslaughter (Second Degree) for the fatal stabbing of Moriah Walker, 26, of Brooklyn,...
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Robert J. Ambrico, on May 19, 2019, of Bellmawr, formerly of Camden. Age 78. Beloved husband of Nadine T. (nee Garruti) for 53 years. Devoted father of Theresa Ann Carlson (Timothy). Loving Pop Pop of Grace Ann Carlson, who was his entire world. Dear brother of Alexander Ambrico, James Ambrico (Maureen), Mary Matricardi (Gerald) and the late Joseph Ambrico, Linda Jankowski and Grace Ambrico. Also survived by sister-in-law Eileen Ambrico and many nieces and nephews whom he loved a lot. There will be a viewing from 8:45 to 10:45am Saturday morning at St. Joachim Parish, Mary, Mother of the Church,...
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(Philadelphia, PA)(gloucestercitynews.net) – The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University has joined Time’s Up Healthcare, an initiative of the Time’s Up Foundation, as a signatory member. Signatory organizations pledge to raise awareness about sexual harassment, discrimination and gender-based inequity, and make a sustained commitment to ending these injustices in the healthcare workplace. Time’s Up Healthcare grew out of Time’s Up, which emerged in Hollywood in early 2018. Fifty leaders and advocates in the healthcare field founded the Time’s Up Healthcare affiliate to insist on safe, fair and dignified work environments for women in healthcare. “By signing on, we...
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NEW YORK – The Coast Guard, along with the National Safe Boating Council, is encouraging boaters to take part in National Safe Boating Week, May 18 – 24, 2019. The purpose of National Safe Boating Week is to promote safe boating practices for recreational boaters, in an effort to reduce preventable accidents and deaths. The Coast Guard encourages boaters to be safety conscious during the 2019 boating season and always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while on the water. Other safety measures that can save your life are: Wear a life jacket: Life jackets save lives. Accidents can leave...
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Gianna DeLorenzo threw a five-inning three hitter with seven strikeouts and two walks to lead fourth-seeded Rutgers Prep to a 12-1 win over 13th-seeded Gloucester Catholic in the first round of the South Jersey Non Public B tournament in Somerset. According to NJ.com, Rutgers Prep (17-6) will face fifth-seeded Our Lady of Mercy in the quarterfinals on Thursday. Katie Scheflen homered during the win, while Emily Bell went 2-for-2 with three RBI and a run.
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Bar Association Cited as Authoritative Source for Voters PHILADELPHIA, PA (gloucestercitynews.net)– After last night's Primary Election results, in which the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Commission on Judicial Selection and Retention was cited as the authoritative source for information on judicial candidates on the ballot, the Association stands proud to have helped inform Philadelphia voters. “The Philadelphia Bar Association was proud to provide Philadelphians an unbiased and objective source for judicial ratings this Primary season,” said Philadelphia Bar Association Chancellor Rochelle M. Fedullo. “We are also pleased that, for the first time since 2011, primary success has been achieved only by candidates...
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DRPA and PATCO offers career opportunities for positive and motivated team players who desire to be a part of and contribute to our stewardship mission. We have opening(s) for the following position(s): Planning & Design Manager This position assists the Chief Engineer in the implementation and direction of engineering assignments. Direct the activities of the Engineering Design group providing technical and procedural direction, assuring the quality of the final project while keeping projects within budget and scheduling constraints. Click here to apply. Construction & Maintenance Manager This position manages the Construction and Maintenance department for all bridges, buildings, and facility...
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Related: Face of Defense PHILADELPHIA (May 22,2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)— On May 15, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers removed a fugitive wanted by Salvadoran authorities for aggravated homicide, conspiracy to commit homicide, and terrorist organization membership. Carlos Alfredo Luna-Guebara, 26, entered the United States on an unknown date and at an unknown location without admission or parole by an immigration officer. On Feb. 25, the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, convicted him on local charges. On Feb. 26, Allegheny County Jail released him to ERO Philadelphia custody. ERO Philadelphia issued Luna-Guebara a...
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Joseph’s House of Camden, a homeless shelter, is expanding its facility and increasing its services. Pictured at the construction site are executive director James Wynn, Axis job superintendent Dan Barges and board member John Klein. CAMDEN CITY, NJ (MAY 22, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)-Joseph’s House of Camden, a South Jersey-based homeless shelter committed to providing shelter and support for those in need, announced on May 9 it has commenced construction renovations to its existing facility at 555 Atlantic Ave. in Camden. This initiative will enable the organization to provide day services that, when coupled with its overnight program, will establish round the clock...
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Removing Wild Animals is Unnecessary, Dangerous and Illegal Photo: “Resting Fawn” by Andrew Gue (gloucestercitynews.net)(May 22, 2019)--Late spring is the prime birthing time for white-tailed deer, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone who encounters a fawn to avoid disturbing it. While young deer often appear to be orphaned, in most cases, the doe is nearby feeding and will return to care for her young. Newborn fawns have almost no natural odor and their spotted, reddish-brown coats help them blend into their surroundings. Fawns instinctively lie motionless when approached by potential predators. This seemingly helpless state is a...
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Atlantic City, N.J. (May 21, 2019) – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is kicking the summer off in a big way with a press conference, show-stopping entertainment and a Car A Day in May promotion providing a winning weekend for guests staying and playing at the property. The Car A Day in May promotion will continue as guests will have the chance to enter and win a Chevy Camaro all weekend. Entries are earned by playing their favorite slots and table games. Drawing times will take place at 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 p.m. Friday and...
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RELATED: FACE OF DEFENSE ANNAPOLIS, Md. (gloucestercitynews.net)--– The Thomas Point Shoal Light is the last screw-pile lighthouse on its original foundation in the United States and the last lighthouse that Coast Guardsmen served in on the Chesapeake Bay Until 1986, U.S. Coast Guardsmen served on the offshore light that is located south of Annapolis, Maryland’s state capital. The unique hexagonal screw-pile lighthouse was constructed in 1875 and fixed to the bottom of the Chesapeake Bay using a technique developed by Alexander Mitchell, an Irish lighthouse designer. The world’s first screw-pile lighthouse was lit in England in 1840. Today, the U.S....
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gloucestercitynews graphic files BROOKLAWN, NJ (May 21, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis issued the following warning today to residents about a scam that has taken place in the community. It has been brought to the attention of the Brooklawn Police Dept., that scammers have been in the area of Brooklawn. These scammers are approaching residents under the pretense that their street is going to be under construction and need to sign a waiver. Once this waiver is signed, the resident receives a letter a few days later stating that the resident no longer owns their home, and it is our...
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Auburn Police Division, Alabama End of Watch Sunday, May 19, 2019 AUBURN, ALABAMA--(gloucestercitynews.net)(May 21, 2019)--Auburn, Alabama Police Officer William Buechner was shot and killed at about 10:10 pm when he and two other officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 3300 block of Wire Road. After the officers arrived on the scene a subject at the mobile home opened fire on them, killing Officer Buechner and wounding two other officers. The man fled the area on foot but was arrested early the next morning approximately one mile away. The subject was charged with capital murder. Officer Buechner had served...
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(Camden City, NJ) – Camden County Police Department officers are joining with police from around the country to crack down on unbuckled drivers and passengers as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Running from May 20 through June 2, the annual “Click It or Ticket” national mobilization utilizes high visibility seat-belt checkpoints and saturation patrols, in combination with local and national publicity efforts, to reiterate the life-saving value of seat belts. The lives of approximately 14,000 drivers and passengers nationally were saved by the use of seat belts in 2015. In New Jersey, police, including Camden County...
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Christian Apelt PHILADELPHIA, PA The Philadelphia Fire Department recognized Paramedic Christian Apelt as the EMS Provider of the Year in a ceremony on Monday, May 20 at Fireman’s Hall Museum. Apelt, a 15-year veteran of the PFD, has been teaching life-saving skills at the Fire Academy for the past seven years to firefighter recruits as well as fellow paramedics and EMTs. Previously, he worked for many years at Medic 2, based at Kensington and Castor avenues. He said the award was “very unexpected.” “To be honored by your peers, it builds a sense of pride in the job,” Apelt said....
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PHILADELPHIA, PA, May 16, 2019 – City Council voted today to adopt landmark legislation that will increase protections for parking workers in the City of Philadelphia by requiring parking operators to demonstrate “just cause” to fire an employee and mandate that garages, lots and valet services have sufficient staffing to ensure the safety of employees and customers. The two bills, Nos. 190315 and 190316, were introduced by Councilwoman Cherelle Parker (9th District) and co-sponsored by Councilmembers Derek Green (At Large) and Helen Gym (At Large). “Parking workers should not have to fear for their safety or the safety of their...
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Jefferson Stratford Hospital is now offering services to help people overcome withdrawal symptoms from drug and alcohol addictions through New Vision™ medical stabilization service. The New Vision service serves adults with a medically supervised hospital stay for inpatient stabilization, which usually lasts three days. The inpatient stay includes pre-screening, assessment, admission, medical stabilization, and discharge planning. Discharge planning occurs prior to leaving the hospital; the patient will be referred to appropriate community-based treatment programs to help prevent relapse and continue their treatment. Patients can only be admitted by a licensed physician and will be admitted five days a week. Most...
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$1.2 million available from FHLBank Pittsburgh and DSHA PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FHLBank Pittsburgh and the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) are partnering for a second year to fund programs across the state that work to address homelessness. FHLBank Pittsburgh is providing $700,000 toward the effort, which is called Home4Good, and DSHA is providing $500,000, for a total contribution of $1.2 million in 2019. “FHLBank is pleased to again partner with DSHA on this important community program,” said John Bendel, FHLBank’s Senior Director of Community Investment. “Home4Good’s flexibility and focus on innovative initiatives continue to help Delaware organizations assist individuals who are homeless...
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at Gunpoint Twice in 2017 MOUNT HOLLY, NJ (May 20, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a 31-year-old Lumberton man pled guilty to robbing a Mount Holly convenience store at gunpoint twice during a three-day period in late 2017. Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office, Brian J. Bowers will be sentenced to 14 years in state prison in exchange for pleading guilty to two counts of Armed Robbery (First Degree). He must serve 85 percent of the term before becoming eligible for parole. Bowers must make restitution in the amount of $4,001. The Hon. Gerard H. Breland, J.S.C.,...
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LUMBERTON, NJ (May 20,2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a 33-year-old Lumberton woman whose young son died earlier this year after she became impaired and passed out on top of him has been indicted on a homicide charge. Antoinette King, of Dove Court, was indicted by a Burlington County Grand Jury on charges of Manslaughter (Second Degree) and Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Second Degree). The indictment was returned May 14 and signed by Prosecutor Coffina. An arraignment will be scheduled soon in Superior Court in Mount Holly. Authorities were called to King’s home on January 19 at...
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May 20, 2019 (gloucestercitynews.net)--Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on two attacks on the Catholic Church that occurred over the weekend: In a time when calls for civility are everywhere noted, there has been a surge in the most obscene attacks on Catholicism. The kind of filth that Bill Maher engaged in on his Friday night HBO show was unprecedented, even for him. "Saturday Night Live" also wallowed in dirt, showing just how far NBC's standards have collapsed. Maher and the "SNL" writers are very sick people. They are also cowards: They shout to the moon over the need for...
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REHOBOTH DELAWARE (May 20, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)- – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers responded to, and are investigating a fatal boat accident that occurred at approximately 3:45 p.m. Sunday, May 19 on the Rehoboth Bay near the Lewes/Rehoboth Canal. A 16-foot boat capsized, resulting in the boat’s operator and single passenger entering the water. The boat operator and passenger were transported to shore, where the passenger was pronounced dead by Sussex County Emergency Medical Services. At this time, all names are being withheld pending notification of family members. The investigation is ongoing.
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May 20, 2019 PHILADELPHIA PA (gloucestercitynews.net)-– U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has great news for people seeking a federal law enforcement career in the Philadelphia area – CBP is hiring to fill positions here starting June 1. A CBP officer is a full-time, uniformed, federal law enforcement professional who helps facilitate lawful international trade and travel at airport and seaport Ports of Entry, and at land border crossings. In addition to CBP’s anti-terrorism mission, CBP officers enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, and prevent the illegal trafficking of humans, narcotics and other contraband into the United States. Starting June...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 20, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Congratulations to Jimmy Laphan who has enlisted in the United States NAVY. After graduation he will ship out to Illinois for boot camp. Thank you for serving our great country. God bless you and God bless the United States of America! source Gloucester Catholic HS RELATED: GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC GLOUCESTER HIGH
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in Advance of Memorial Day Weekend South Jersey Gas will be conducting a road repaving project in Avalon in advance of Memorial Day weekend. As expected, the utility has compromised the expansion of the Avalon Bicycle Path in the northern section of the community for new gas main installation, and the installation of Excess Pressure Valves. Instead of restoring the compromised areas, the entire bicycle path will be repaved on May 21st-23rd in advance of the holiday weekend; the path will be re-striped as well. Please be aware that this project will occur on these three days. This is a...
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Atlantic City, N.J. (May 16, 2019) – Where else in Atlantic City can you go to place a bet and get a burger? At the new Sportsbook in Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The innovative Sportsbook has upped the ante with a new promotion called “Bet and a Burger.” Simply, place a minimum wager of $100 or higher on any sporting event at Hard Rock’s Sportsbook and receive a voucher for a free Legendary Burger from the Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City. This offer includes one burger voucher per guest per day. For more details, visit hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com. ###...
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CAMDEN CITY, NJ (May 20, 2019)(gloucestercitynews.net)--Camden County Prosecutor Mary Eva Colalillo and Camden County Police Chief Scott Thomson reported a shooting that occurred in the city on May 19, 2019, that left one dead and one injured. CNBNews graphic files Camden County Police responded to reports of a shooting that occurred in the area of the 100 block of Vine Street at approximately 5:37 a.m. When officers arrived, they located two males suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital. Michael Rojas, 31, of Camden, who was found inside of a residence on Vine Street, was...
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DETAILS REGARDING AVALON’S 2019 CLEAN WATER INITIATIVE AVALON NJ--This document is an abstract of the ordinance intended for general information. The actual ordinance has appeared on www.avalonboro.net as of September, 2018..thank you! Summary: On September 18, 2018 the Avalon Borough Council approved Ordinance 779-2018 that supports the Avalon Clean Water Initiative. It regulates and prevents the distribution of certain plastic items deemed to constitute a threat to the environment. Avalon and Stone Harbor have adopted very similar ordinances with advice and consultation from Dr. Lenore Tedesco at the Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor. Avalon’s Clean Water Initiative includes this effort...
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Chris Lambert, owner of Atilis Gyms, and his wife, Lesya, pose in front of a mural at his Egg Harbor Township location. By Maddy Vitale Members of the five Atilis Gym locations in Atlantic, Cape May and Camden counties have one thing in common. They love how they are treated. They attribute much of their satisfaction to the owner, Chris Lambert, for his motivating energy and warm welcome. They also like his Atilis employees, who are just as professional and friendly, making working out seem more inviting than arduous. Don’t let those hard bodies fool you, or all of those...
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Dear supporters, friends, and those interested in the Republican Party of Pennsylvania: With the Primary Election on Tuesday, I want to remind everyone to vote! At the top of the ticket for Superior Court, I hope you will join me in supporting Cumberland County Judge Christylee Peck and Chester County Deputy District Attorney Megan McCarthy King. In case have not seen it yet, please check out a TV ad running in multiple markets across Pennsylvania explaining why you should vote for them. You can watch it by clicking HERE or on the image below. Both of these candidates have worked...
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