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GLOUCESTER CITY,NJ—Homecoming 2019 was not very nice to the host Lions. The evening was upbeat and friendly with an Alumni tailgate party, the introduction of the GHS ROTC Color Guard and the crowning of Homecoming Queen Vanessa Pino and her Princess. But visiting Middle Twp provided many unhappy moments, when they handed the Lions an 8-6 defeat. The Lions score came on a fumble recovery in the Panthers endzone. This week the Lions travel to...
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(Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is investigating incidents involving suspects shooting a paintball gun in the city late Wednesday night and early today. Four incidents were reported to the Camden County Police Department between 10:38 p.m. last night and 12:09 a.m. this morning. The incidents occurred at the corners of Broadway & Chestnut Street, 4th & Market Street, Chestnut Street & Newton Avenue and Broadway & Berkley Street. In each instance, a...
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September 04, 1968 - October 30, 2019 Glen J. Elison, on October 30, 2019, of Bellmawr. Age 51. Beloved husband of 29 years of Theresa (nee Castro). Devoted son of the late Thomas and Betty (nee Batten) Elison. Loving brother of Steve Elison (Annette), Richard Elison and the late Diane Liguori. Loving son-in-law of Evelyn Castro (nee Corgliano) and the late Adrian Castro. Brother-in-law of John Castro and Dennis Liguori. Dear uncle of Chris (April),...
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Source: The American Legion Burn Pit October 30th, 2019 by MOTHAX Kind of a cool story: This story is somewhat frustrating to me because I can't quite figure out what is classified, what isn't, and what's not even accurate. Take, for instance, this piece from Newsweek: When U.S. Army Special Forces soldiers with the secretive Joint Special Operations Command flew into Syria's northwestern Idlib province to capture or kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, a male Belgian...
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(L-R): Susan Adelizzi-Schmidt, president of Suasion Communications Group; and Susan Hodges, Partnership for Haddonfield Chair accept a 2019 Downtown New Jersey (DNJ) ‘Excellence in Communications’ Award at the DNJ Conference in Bloomfield, NJ on October 18. Haddonfield, NJ – October 2019 – The Partnership for Haddonfield (PfH) and its agency of record, Suasion Communications Group, received a 2019 ‘Excellence in Communications’ award from Downtown New Jersey (DNJ) in the category of ‘Tools of the Trade’...
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October 31, 2019, 11:43 am | Trenton – Senate President Steve Sweeney issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Bill Hughes: “We have lost one of the most distinguished and accomplished public officials to serve New Jersey. Bill Hughes was devoted to the people he served in his congressional district, the State of New Jersey and the country. He gained the respect and appreciation of all who worked with him and he...
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Credit: Hospital for Special Surgery Dr. Geoffrey Westrich of Hospital for Special Surgery says advances in knee replacement surgery have benefited patients. Newswise — Forty-nine-year-old James Benfante’s knee pain got so bad he dreaded walking from the train station to his job or even standing in line. Working out in the gym became all but impossible. He decided it was time for knee replacement surgery, and he did what many people do nowadays: he went...
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Same Strategy Could Halt Infections Caused by Related Viruses, Temple Researchers Report (Philadelphia, PA) – Like an adjustable wrench that becomes the “go-to” tool because it is effective and can be used for a variety of purposes, an existing drug that can be adapted to halt the replication of different viruses would greatly expedite the treatment of different infectious diseases. Such a strategy would prevent thousands of deaths each year from diseases like dengue and...
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CAMDEN CITY, NJ--Officials from Camden County, City, and Camden-based organizations gathered outside the Police Administration Building on Federal Street as it was dedicated earlier this month to the department’s first chief, J. Scott Thomson. Thomson guided the Department’s transition from city to county control in 2013, becoming a nationally lauded leader in community policing as the city’s crime rate plummeted to record lows. Thomson retired at the end of August after 25 years of serving...
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CAMDEN CITY, NJ--The Camden County Improvement Authority is an independent, public agency created by the Camden County Board of Freeholders to provide low cost financing, economic development and project development services for local units, community organizations, and not-for-profit entities to foster economic, employment, redevelopment and affordable housing development projects that improve the quality of life for the residents of Camden County and other eligible areas of the State of New Jersey. The Authority has successfully...
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U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) at this weekend's Iowa steak fry. Manchester, NH — Cory Booker will file for the New Hampshire primary as a candidate for president on Friday, November 15 at approximately 8:30 AM, with a rally to follow outside the State House. The change in date is due to security measures in place for Vice President Mike Pence’s visit to the State House on November 7. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 CONCORD WHAT: Cory...
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Raises Over $32,000 to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Research Atlantic City, N.J. (October 30, 2019) – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City closed out their month-long PINKTOBER® campaign this afternoon by donating over $32,000 to the American Cancer Society® Making Strides Against Breast Cancer®, in which $21,000 was raised by team member contributions alone. The property employs over 3,500 team members, all of whom came together in various aspects to raise money throughout...
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MAPLE SHADE NJ (Oct. 31, 2019)--The Maple Shade Police Department reminds all who will be out this evening to use extreme caution. Rain, wet roadways, leaves and darkness all contribute to conditions that require pedestrians and drivers to be extra cautious on this holiday. Trick-or-Treaters should have flashlights, use sidewalks and use caution when crossing or walking along the street. Drivers should slow down and be aware of your surroundings. If everyone works together this...
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C.S.L.S. Program – The County Supplemental Labor Service Program is a countywide community service program. People who are sentenced to this program report to the correctional facility, sign in, and receive their assignment for the day. These assignments primarily focus on cleaning the county parks, but can also include cleaning details similar to that of the Road Crew Program. This program generally operates during the weekend. Municipalities and non-profit organizations can call 225-7643 to determine...
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TRENTON – Today, October 30, 2019, Governor Philip D. Murphy urged New Jersey’s high school girls to participate in the 2020 Girls Go CyberStart challenge, a skills-based competition designed to encourage high school girls to pursue cyber-based learning and career opportunities. This innovative program created by the SANS Institute inspires the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and recognizes talented youth in New Jersey through a series of online challenges and puzzles. Registration for Girls Go...
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CHERRY HILL, NJ (Oct. 30, 2019)--The Camden County Freeholder Board recently formed an Opiate and Heroin Addiction Awareness Task Force to assist them in promoting addiction awareness and education in Camden County. The task force was officially created at their June 19th 2014 Freeholder Meeting held in Cherry Hill. This health epidemic is having devastating effects on families and claiming the lives of more and more residents every day,” said Freeholder Director Lou Cappelli. We...
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November is the time the Catholic community is especially mindful of our beloved dead. Our faith assures us that the bond of joy and love we shared in life does not end with death. As an expression of our faith, and in gratitude for the community that is Gloucester Catholic, we will soon ask our faculty, staff and students to list those whom they would like to remember during this month so that we can...
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Alleged Bank Robber Justin Fisher STRATFORD, NJ (October 30, 2019)--On October 28, 2019, Justin Fisher, 39, of Gloucester City, was charged in connection with a robbery that occurred in Stratford Borough thanks to tips from the community. Justin Fisher was charged with one count of second-degree Robbery for the TD Bank robbery that occurred on October 26, 2019 in Stratford Borough, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Stratford Borough Police Chief...
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Gloucestercitynews.net (Oct. 30, 2019)--As mobile casino players, we often find ourselves worrying about the complexities that revolve around making deposits into our casino accounts. This is a reality, and we're always on a hunt for reliable mobile banking methods like those found at paybyphonecasino.uk. This site holds all the vital information that’s needed to ensure that your deposits go as smoothly as possible when using your mobile device. With that, let's take a look how...
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(October 28, 2019)--Six nonprofits announced Monday they are starting Camden Works, an employment initiative they say will help the city’s residents take part in its economic resurgence. Representatives from the New Jersey chapter of the NAACP, Cooper’s Ferry Partnership, Latin America Economic Development Association, Center for Family Services, Hopeworks and Camden County Workforce Investment Board will serve as managing partners of the program. Camden Works, a four-year private pilot initiative, is being constructed to fill...
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Program reduces congestion and increases mobility on our roads (Trenton) (October 30, 2019)--- New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the Safety Service Patrol (SSP). Created in 1994, the SSP assists motorists whose vehicles have become disabled as a result of a crash, a mechanical failure or other cause, and provides safety for emergency responders. They patrol 225 linear miles of interstate and state highways throughout New Jersey, extending...
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VOORHEES, N.J. (October 30, 2019) – New Jersey American Water is providing details about its required submission of compliance with the state’s Water Quality Accountability Act, submitted to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Division of Water Supply and Geoscience on October 18, 2019. Once again, the company is fully compliant with each requirement of the law. “We are pleased to report that all New Jersey American Water systems that meet the criteria for...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 30, 2019)--Gloucester City Police announced today that Halloween Trick or Treat hours will be Thursday, October 31, between 4 PM and 8PM. Halloween Home Haunt w/ Awesome Digital Effects from AtmosFX & Others ...Crazy Halloween home haunt with lots of cool digital effects. Check out the best of AtmosfearFX, Hi-Rez Designs and Spectral Illusions. ***** Halloween Safety Tips for Kids & Parents Before trick or tricking with your kids, be sure...
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Charles C. Bakely William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ -(October 30, 2019)—Charles C. Bakely, of North Wildwood passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the age of 87. Charlie was born and raised in Gloucester City. After graduating from Gloucester High School, Class of 1951, he served a tour of duty in the U.S. Army. Mr. Bakely and family lived in Westville for a time where he served on the Westville...
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Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on a campaign to silence Attorney General William Barr: Faithful America, a radical secularist entity, has initiated an ethics complaint against Attorney General William Barr (photo). It is asking the Justice Department’s Inspector General and Office of Professional Responsibility to investigate Barr for allegedly violating his duty to guarantee religious liberty. It has also launched a petition drive in support of its campaign. Without the initial funding of atheist...
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The Center Square State tax revenues in Pennsylvania amount to $38.4 billion, the fifth highest tally among the 50 states, according to newly released data from the U.S. Census Bureau. The Census Bureau reported that property tax revenues in the state totaled $43.4 million; sales and gross receipts taxes, $20.2 billion; license fees, $2.2 billion; and income taxes, $14.4 billion. The numbers do not include taxes levied by local governments, which in some cases determine...
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CAMDEN CITY NJ--You may have read recent emails from Camden City Councilwoman Felisha Reyes Morton about Susan Altman, a Hunterdon County Republican debutante who pretends to live in Camden while constantly trashing our city’s amazing progress. This is the same Altman who works for a secretive organization that refuses to disclose the names of donors paying her to malign Camden. Altman claims that she was “inspired” to become a Democrat when Barack Obama ran for...
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Please be aware its unlawful MOORESTOWN, NJ --Parents should be aware that Township Code Chapter 60 makes it unlawful for children under 17 to be out after 8:30pm on Mischief Night 10/30/19 and 10pm on Halloween 10/31/19. Consider the safety tips below to ensure a safe Halloween for everyone. Costume Safety To help ensure adults and children have a safe holiday, the American Academy of Pediatrics has compiled a list of Halloween safety tips. Before...
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By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square HARRISBURG, PA--Members of the Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee and the president of the Pennsylvania State Correction Officers Association are calling for an independent investigation of the state’s Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. The comments came during review of a report from the DOC and Parole Board that was done after five parolees were charged with homicide between May and July of 2019. The...
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(TRENTON) – New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that all MVC facilities, including agencies, suspension and restoration centers, driver testing sites, and inspection stations will be closed on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Regular Agency hours: Monday - Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm Saturday 8 am – 3 pm Regular Vehicle Inspection Station hours: Monday - Friday 8 am – 4:30 pm Saturday 7 am - Noon The MVC reminds...
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At a townhall meeting in Michigan this month, Congresswoman Haley Stevens appeared to lose control when the NRA came up and began emotionally screaming, “The NRA has got to go! The NRA has got to go!” The audience was filled with pro-2A Michiganders. Justin Nazaroff, an NRA Life- and Business Alliance Member, was among them. He defended gun owners in a hard-hitting TV interview afterwards. Q. Why would you, as a gun rights supporter, attend...
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Gloucestercitynews.net (October 30, 2019)-Recently released figures show that New Jersey continues to be the main US state for sports betting. In fact, the numbers for August showed that it led the way for the third time in the last four months. How big has the betting industry grown to here, and what can we expect to see in the future? The Figures The total amount of sports betting handled in August by New Jersey operators...
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Partnership Improves Access to State-of-the-Art Facilities and Superior Care Voorhees, NJ, October 29, 2019 - Fresenius Kidney Care, the dialysis division of Fresenius Medical Care North America and the nation’s leading network of dialysis facilities, is partnering with Jefferson Health to provide South Jersey residents living with kidney failure more convenient access to quality care. Current Jefferson Health patients will continue to receive exceptional, convenient care from the same team of expert nephrology physicians and...
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October 29, 2019 — For the sixth consecutive year, Virtua Health has been named a Most Wired health system in the U.S. by The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). This recognition acknowledges the dedication of Virtua’s leadership and information services department to invest and excel in the field of health care technology. Virtua has earned the 2019 CHIME Most Wired recognition as a certified level 9, which identifies Virtua as a health care...
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Western District of Pennsylvania PITTSBURGH, PA – A former City of Pittsburgh Police Officer and resident of Allegheny County was sentenced in federal court to one year of probation with 90 days of home detention for his conviction on two counts of making false statements to government agents, United States Attorney Scott W. Brady announced today. Senior United States District Judge Arthur J. Schwab imposed the sentence on Antoine Cain, age 50. According to information...
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CAMDEN CITY, NJ (October 29, 2019)--The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services recommends everyone get a flu shot this flu season, especially children and seniors who are most vulnerable. The flu shots are provided for no-out-of-pocket cost. Flu vaccinations are provided for children age 9 and older at the flu clinic sites. Children under the age of 9 need to see their primary care physician. For more information, contact the Camden County Department...
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Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac said the flames were under control by 1 p.m., but firefighters continued to fight hot spots. (WABC) COLONIA, NJ (CNBNewsnet)(Oct. 29, 2019) --The FAA said a twin-engine Cessna 414 came down in Colonia on Berkley Avenue at 11am today, Tuesday, just several hundred yards from the Claremont Avenue Elementary School. According to WABC the crash resulted in two homes catching on fire leaving the pilot dead. Authorities say no one was...
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (October 29, 2019)--#GTPD has gotten an influx of calls about Halloween and so far a little rain in the forecast isn't going to stop the festivities. The Township had decided that curfew will be 8:30 pm on October 29, 30, and 31st. Trick-or-Treating hours will be from 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm on October 31st. Address/Location Gloucester Township Police Department 1261 Chews Landing Rd Gloucester Township, NJ 08021 Contact Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergencies:...
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Gloucestercitynews.net (October 29, 2019)--No one can deny the resourcefulness of the Internet. It opens the door to knowledge. Students can reap lots of benefits because they receive free access to all sorts of information. Thus, they can always find supporting materials and find out how to compose various academic assignments. For example, one may come across a popular online request about sites like DoMyEssays.com, which looks like this – Who can do my essay for...
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BY New Jersey Sierra Club One week from today, New Jersey will have an important general election. The Sierra Club has announced its endorsements for the 2019 election Season. The club has endorsed many New Jersey State Legislature candidates running in the November 5, 2019 election. “We are proud to endorse these candidates for election and re-election because they will stand up for the environment in New Jersey. We are confident these candidates will represent...
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LONDON--The UK is narrowly divided over whether prisoners should be able to take out student loans to pay for degrees, according to an exclusive poll by LearnBonds. Just under 42 per cent of British people either strongly agree or somewhat agree that “long-term prisoners should be allowed to take out student loans during their sentences to pay for degree courses”. However, it also found that 38.5 per cent of the public either strongly disagree or...
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Mark Seidman, 41, of Westampton, believed he was chatting with a 14-year-old boy he met online. However, Seidman was sending messages to an undercover Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent working with the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High-Tech Crimes Unit (HTCU). On October 26, 2019, Mark Seidman made contact online with the Special Agent on an online chatting application. As a result of their online conversation, Seidman arrived at an agreed upon location in Pennsauken to...
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MAPLE SHADE, NJ (October 29, 2019)--It shall be unlawful for any person under 17 to be or remain in or upon a public place within the Township of Maple Shade during the period beginning at 11:00 p.m., prevailing time, and ending at 6:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. On all other nights, curfew shall begin at 10:00 p.m., prevailing time, except for October 30 (commonly known as “Mischief Night”) when the curfew shall begin at...
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MANTUA TOWNSHIP NJ (October 29, 2019)--Due to the weather, #TrickOrTreating in #Mantua Twp. is being postponed until Friday, Nov. 1st, from 3 PM - 8 PM. The township apologizes for the inconvenience (blame Mother Nature), but the township wants everybody to have a safe and enjoyable time! Address/Location Mantua Twp. Police Department, NJ 405 Main Street Mantua, NJ 08051 Contact Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergencies: 856-468-1920
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Patricia Teodoro (nee Quinn), on October 27, 2019, of Dover, DE, formerly of Mantua, born and raised in Runnemede. Age 59. Beloved wife of Mark Teodoro. Loving daughter of the late John and Ileane Quinn. Dear sister of Susan Franz (Lee). Daughter-in-law of Alfred and Mary Teodoro. Sister-in-law of Michael Teodoro (Annette) and Lisa Glassberg (David). Also survived by her faithful companions “Porsche” and “Mercedes”, as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Patty...
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And Screening of ‘Remembering Leonard Nimoy’ The Temple Lung Center, in collaboration with the Nimoy Foundation, will host a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, education event and screening of the film “Remembering Leonard Nimoy.” The event, which coincides with National COPD Awareness Month, is free and open to the public. Leonard Nimoy is best known for his portrayal of the character Mr. Spock in the “Star Trek” TV and film series. In February 2013,...
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Gloucestercitynews.net (October 29, 2019)--As a business owner, keeping your employees happy should be one of your top priorities. Aside from caring about their wellbeing being the right thing to do, by keeping your workforce happy you will save money and improve workplace productivity in the long run. There are many ways to keep your staff members happy. You could offer them salary rises or make additional benefits and perks available.Sometimes, however, simply making life easier...
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MAYS LANDING – Three men have been charged in two separate unsolved homicides, dating back to 1996 and 2010, Atlantic County Prosecutor Damon G. Tyner announced. Lorin Wright Lamarc Rex On July 06, 2010, at approximately 12:05 a.m., Atlantic City Police Communications received a 911 call from a caller who stated they had heard numerous gunshots in the area of the 1000 block of Sewell Ave, Atlantic City. Patrol units responded and located the victim...
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featuring RUSSELL THOMPKINS JR. AND THE NEW STYLISTICS, HAROLD MELVIN’S BLUE NOTES, and THE MANHATTANS Saturday, January 18 at 8 p.m. Sound Waves **On Sale Friday, November 1 at 10 a.m.** Tickets: $79.00, $69.00, $59.00 2019 - 2020 ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP 10/28 – 10/31 – Ms. Pat - Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club 11/1 – Cheech & Chong - Sound Waves 11/4 – 11/7 – Tammy Pescatelli & Mike Gardner - Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club 11/8 &...
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Costumed therapy dogs will bring smiles to hospital patients, visitors, and staff on Halloween CAMDEN CITY, NJ (Costume-clad therapy dogs from Tri-State K-9 Crisis Response Team will make Halloween a lot more fun and “spooky” for patients, visitors and staff at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. This group of compassionate canines come to the hospital once a week and visit scheduled departments. On Halloween, they will extend their visit to celebrate the holiday at...
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