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March 2020

Tracking Cases of COVID-19 County by County in NJ

MARCH 31, 2020 |COLLEEN O'DEA This story was written and produced by NJ Spotlight. It is being republished under a special NJ News Commons content-sharing agreement related to COVID-19 coverage. To read more, visit njspotlight.com Since New Jersey logged its first case of COVID-19 in Bergen County almost four weeks ago, the number of people testing positive has risen exponentially. The number of cases surpassed 100 on March 16, the day Gov. Phil Murphy imposed the first expansive social-distancing measures that included closing all schools, casinos, gyms and limiting public gatherings to fewer than 50. Within five days, positive tests... Read more →


Shameful media still slamming Donald Trump during coronavirus crisis: Goodwin

submitted by Jerry McGlothlin of Special Guests The coronavirus epidemic is shaking humanity and turning the world upside down. Quick, somebody alert the media. The Washington press corps is covering one of the largest continuing stories in recent history the same way it has covered the Trump administration since Day One. The formula is simple: Whatever the president does is not just wrong, it’s borderline evil. Details at 11. In the real world, events are unfolding at a pace and scale impossible to comprehend. But at too many news outlets, the aim is not to inform. It’s to render the... Read more →


Ways to Stay Productive When You Work from Home

TransparentBusiness offers unique solutions to help businesses allow employees to work remotely NEW YORK, New York – (March 30, 2020) – Globally, there has been 1.5 billion people who have been ordered to work from home due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many executives and managers are finding that managing remote workers blindly is is like conducting an orchestra without seeing or hearing the musicians. One company, TransparentBusiness, provides the solution that will allow a business to remain productive and profitable, while protecting their employees from the virus risks. “Our TransparentBusiness platform, designated by Citigroup as the Top People Management Solution,... Read more →


New Jersey: Gun Shop Closure Reversed in New Jersey!

Source: https://www.nraila.org/ On Saturday, March 21, Governor Phil Murphy issued Executive Order 107 which shut down the state’s background check system and ruled gun shops non-essential, closing down gun shops along with most other businesses in the state. By executive fiat, the Governor unilaterally ended all purchases of firearms in New Jersey. Gov. Phil Murphy has been one of the most anti-gun Governors in the country, but freedom loving Americans scored a critical victory today when the Governor announced in a press conference that he was reversing that part of his executive order which closed gun shops. This reversal was... Read more →


(VIDEO) The Governor of New Jersey Bans NJ2AS News Reporter from Attending Press Conference

Alex “Alejandro” Roubian, Civil rights activist and documentarian, President of New Jersey Second Amendment Society was banned from Governor Murphy's press conference on March 28 TRENTON, NJ --Alex “Alejandro” Roubian, president of the New Jersey Second Amendment Society (NJ2AS), has been attending Governor Murphy's press conferences since Murphy was elected. In his capacity as a news reporter he has questioned the governor many times. Roubian’s content, videos, and articles have been watched and read by millions. "But that all ended today", said Roubian, "in a crescendo of delicious hypocrisy." "The governor has completely banned NJ citizens from buying firearms and... Read more →


Miranda Holliday of Columbus NJ Awarded Miranda Family Fellowship

READING, PA (03/30/2020)-- Albright College senior Miranda Holliday of Columbus, N.J., has earned a Miranda Family Fellowship - awarded to Miranda Holliday passionate college juniors and seniors from underrepresented backgrounds who are studying music, theater or dance. Holliday, majoring in theatre and political science at Albright, received the news directly from Luis A. Miranda Jr., father of Broadways' Lin-Manuel Miranda. The fellowship offers generous financial support as well as guidance from Lin Manuel Miranda's professional development network. The Miranda Family Fellowship is a mentoring program, designed to help young artists successfully transition from training to early careers. Fellowship winners must... Read more →


Toilets on Navy’s Multi-Billion-Dollar Warships Cost $400,000 a Flush to Unclog

JUDICIAL WATCH CORRUPTION CHRONICLES WASHINGTON, DC--Even during a global pandemic there is government waste to report. Here is a great example. The toilet system on two new, state-of-the-art Navy aircraft carriers is so crappy that it must be cleansed with specialized acids that cost American taxpayers a breathtaking $400,000 a flush. It may seem like a bad joke but, sadly, it is par for the course for many government agencies. The outrageous toilet expense is a snippet of a larger problem involving the Navy’s multi-billion-dollar budget to maintain its fleet. A new federal audit offers a break down by ship... Read more →


NIH STUDY: Stents and Surgery no Better than Medication at Reducing Heart Attacks

Invasive procedures such as bypass surgery and stenting—commonly used to treat blocked arteries—are no better at reducing the risk for heart attack and death in patients with stable ischemic heart disease than medication and lifestyle changes alone. However, such procedures offer better symptom relief and quality of life for some patients with chest pain, according to two new, milestone studies. The studies, designed to settle a decades-old controversy in cardiology, appear online March 30 in the New England Journal of Medicine. While researchers released preliminary findings last November at the American Heart Association annual meeting, the papers published today report... Read more →


Alp Basaran Challenges Bill Pascrell and Zina Spezakis to a Virtual Debate

Alpaslan “Alp” Basaran, a formerly undocumented American Muslim running for Congress in the 9th District of New Jersey, challenged Bill Pascrell, the incumbent Democratic Congressperson, and Zina Spezakis to a virtual debate in an open letter. Alp Basaran was recently endorsed by Blake Michael, another progressive candidate for Congress who dropped out in favor of Alp Basaran in order to avoid splitting the progressive vote. With two months remaining until the June 2, 2020 Democratic Party primaries in New Jersey, the candidates must settle on a format for future debates. “We are hoping that circumstances will eventually change, but for... Read more →


GUEST OPINION: EPA Sides With Big Oil Against Our Lungs

New Jersey Sierra Club Last week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced that it will allow companies to sell winter-grade gasoline through May 20. Normally, companies must stop selling it by May 1 to protect air quality. Winter-grade gasoline is more volatile than summer-grade, which means that it evaporates into the atmosphere in the summer heat, causing smog. “The EPA is using the coronavirus pandemic as an excuse to side with Big Oil against our lungs. They are letting oil companies sell winter-grade gasoline for an extra month this year, or even longer, which will mean more ground-level ozone. What’s worse... Read more →


Gloucester Township Officers Assaulted While Handling Domestic Dispute

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ--Monday, March 29, at approximately 6:10 PM, officers responded to the 1100 Block of the Little Gloucester Road, Blackwood, New Jersey 08012 for a report of damage to the residence and a family member that threatened to burn down the residence. During the investigation Officers spoke with the homeowner and defendant, Leonard W. Antonelli. Mr. Antonelli was irate and uncooperative with Officers. Officers attempted to calm Mr. Antonelli, but he only got worse. Officers were on location for over one hour trying to sort out and investigate the incident. Mr. Antonelli became more belligerent and began screaming obscenities... Read more →


Mark Joseph Holdcraft, 25, of Bellmawr

Mark Joseph Holdcraft, 25, of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away suddenly on Sunday March 29, 2020. He was born on February 9, 1995, the son of William and Karen (Yannessa) Holdcraft. Mark was an avid fan of music, wrestling, and hockey. Mark is survived by his parents William and Karen, brother Kevin Holdcraft (Ali), sister Brooke Moser (Andy), brother Billy Holdcraft, sister Melissa Holdcraft, sister Lisa Hall, maternal grandmothers Mary Novello, nephews Brayden and Santino, nieces Viviana and Kylie, and many other beloved family members and friends. A memorial service for Mark will be held at a later date. In lieu... Read more →


OFFICER DOWN: Phoenix Police Commander Greg Carnicle, Shot and Killed; 2 Other Officers Injured

Commander Greg Carnicle Phoenix Police Department, Arizona End of Watch Sunday, March 29, 2020 Commander Greg Carnicle was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call involving roommates at a home near 40th Street and Pinnacle Peak Street. He and two other officers were speaking to one of the occupants inside of the home when the man suddenly drew a weapon and opened fire, wounding all three officers. Commander Carnicle was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds. The other two officers suffered non-life threatening wounds. The subject was shot and killed by tactical... Read more →


FACE OF DEFENSE: BLOOD OATH

Dusti Blood Story by Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Clark Dusti Blood is more than an intriguing name. As both a Coast Guard reserve officer and business professional, Dusti Blood is a woman who is respected and admired for propelling progressive change, challenging the status quo and inspiring others to do the same. A strong work ethic garnered Blood significant praise as the Puget Sound Business Journal recognized her with the 2019 Women of Influence award. Hundreds of individuals from across the greater Seattle region were considered for this accolade, but only a select few were honored as, “women within... Read more →


A Virtual Lenten Retreat Begins Tonight in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

The six-day online retreat program is part of the ongoing pastoral and temporal response of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the COVID-19 pandemic and offers a means for the faithful to prepare spiritually for the approach of Holy Week. “Our Lenten journey has taken an unexpected turn with the worldwide outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). In an effort to impede the spread of the virus and to protect those most vulnerable among us, all of us have changed the way that we live. Life as we understand it has temporarily changed, but this too shall pass. We are people whose... Read more →


Obituary: Ronald R. Emma, of Runnemede

Ronald R. Emma, on March 27, 2020, of Runnemede. Age 79. Beloved husband of Marianne Emma (nee Salamone) for 59 years. Devoted father of Carmella Roach (Edward) and Marie Brigandi (Joseph). Loving pop of Christopher Roach (Marisa), Renee Kelly (Shawn), Alexa Brigandi and Joseph Brigandi Jr. Great grandpop of Giuliana, Angelina and Sofia. Preceded in death by his brother Michael Emma, Jr. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Due to the limitations set forth by the State of New Jersey, services will be held at a later date. Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer's... Read more →


Bringing Oysters Back to Barnegat Bay

To really bring oysters back to the bay, we need to bring back the oyster reefs. BY KAREN WALZER, (Barnegat Bay Partnership) Oyster spat growing on a recycled oyster shell (S. Evert) Article by Dr. Christine Thompson, Assistant Professor of Marine Science, Stockton University Recipe for an oyster reef A lot of shell. Even more oyster larvae. A little bit of time, some food and water, and a lot of labor. In Barnegat Bay, the eastern oyster is functionally extinct. This doesn’t mean they are extinct or even endangered, it just means that they don’t exist in the ecosystem role... Read more →


Sunday's Coronavirus Update for Camden County; Gloucester City Has 1 New Case, Male in his 30's

Related: Former Gloucester City Residents/Friends Of CNBNews Reflect On *Wuhan/Coronavirus In Their Location (Gloucester Township, NJ) –The Camden County Department of Health is announcing 25 additional positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) identified in Camden County. Trace investigations are being facilitated with the patients and remain ongoing. “We are starting to see an uptick in new cases based on more widespread testing throughout the county, this uptick does not mean our social distancing efforts aren’t working, but that residents now have more access and opportunity to get tested,” said Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. “I have no delusions about this... Read more →


Officer Down: Sergeant Ben Jenkins Shot & Killed After Stopping to Help Motorist

Sergeant Ben Jenkins Nevada Highway Patrol, Nevada End of Watch Friday, March 27, 2020 Sergeant Ben Jenkins, age 47, was shot and killed when he stopped to assist a disabled motorist on US-93 near mile marker 106 in White Pine County shortly before 6:00 am. During the encounter with the subject, the man fatally shot Sergeant Jenkins. The man then stole Sergeant Jenkins' uniform and patrol car and fled the area. He was apprehended several hours later following a massive manhunt involving numerous agencies. Sergeant Jenkins was a veteran of both the Army National Guard and Air National Guard. He... Read more →


NRA-ILA: COVID-19 Draws Attacks on Second Amendment

During the COVID-19 crisis, many of our family members, friends, and fellow citizens have decided to exercise their right to self-defense for the first time. Unfortunately, many of them are being delayed or denied their rights not only by anti-gun bureaucracy put in place years ago, but also new obstacles created within the past few days and weeks. Anti-gun officials have taken advantage of declared states of emergency to restrict our rights by closing gun stores, delaying concealed carry permits, and shutting down background checks for new firearm purchases. These are the very actions that the Second Amendment was meant... Read more →


Important Information Regarding Powerball Jackpots

Following next Grand Prize win, Powerball jackpot will reset to $20 million with minimum roll increases of $2 million between drawings. TRENTON (March 28, 2020) – The Powerball Product Group announced changes to ensure the game continues to support good causes in all 48 U.S. lottery jurisdictions. The value of the Powerball jackpot is based on projected sales, which have declined due to the current health crisis and directives urging people to stay home. Following the next Grand Prize win, Powerball’s starting jackpot will reset to a guaranteed $20 million (annuity) with minimum roll increases of $2 million between drawings.... Read more →


Thomas R. Arrera, Sr. of Bridgeton, formerly of Gloucester City and Mantua

Surrounded by his loving family at home, on March 26, 2020, at age 78. Of Bridgeton. Formerly of Gloucester City and Mantua. Loving husband of 57 years to Veronica Ann Arrera (nee Miller). Loving father of Thomas R. Arrera, Jr. (Debra), Mark Arrera (Diane), Kelli Weinhardt, Michele Fowler (Ed), Denise Scinlari (Nick) and Pauleen Arrera. Cherished grandfather of Robert, Daniel, Cate, Regina, George, Dallas, Cheyenne, Ashley, Sophia, Nicole, Zack and Beltain and great-grandfather of Bella, Olivia, Luke, Nora, Thomas, Jaxon and Charles. One of 10 children, Thomas is survived by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Also survived by his good... Read more →


OFFICER DOWN: NC Trooper Nolan J. Sanders, 26, Killed in Traffic Accident

Trooper Nolan J. Sanders North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina End of Watch Friday, March 27, 2020 Trooper Nolan Sanders, age 26, was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-795 near exit 22 at mile marker 19 in the Pikeville area of Wayne County, at 7:17 pm. His patrol car left the roadway and struck a concrete culvert before landing on its side. Trooper Sanders suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. Trooper Sanders had served with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for five years and was assigned to Troop C, District 2. RELATED: Via Officer Down Memorial page... Read more →


CNB Hunting/Fishing News Delaware: Enjoy trout season while maintaining a safe distance

from other anglers and fishing less-crowded areas Downstate ponds open; upstate streams opening early for anglers next week DOVER, Del. – Take advantage of the early opening of the upstate trout season for adult anglers on Tuesday, March 31 to help minimize crowds and accommodate responsible outdoor recreation during the current coronavirus (COVID-19) period. Anglers Gloucestercitynews.net graphics are reminded to practice safe social distancing – a minimum of six feet, or about the length of some fishing rods – and to choose less-crowded areas to cast their lines into the streams. Getting outdoors is a great way to reduce stress... Read more →


MVC Agencies Remain Closed to the Public Two More Weeks

Headquarters and Online Services Will Continue Operations TRENTON – New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Chief Administrator Sue Fulton announced today that the closure of all New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission agency, road testing, and inspections facilities will be extended past this Monday, through April 12, as a measure to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Chief Fulton says other Commission operations are continuing, through online submissions from customers as well as other functions, including those that support commercial trucking critical to keeping the supply chain moving during the COVID-19 health crisis. However, Chief Fulton said, other operations, such as agency and... Read more →


Gloucester County Senior and Disability Services are teaming up to feed the vulnerable

The Gloucester County Division of Senior Services and the Division of Human and Disability Services are teaming up to serve seniors across the County. “Our Department of Senior Services serves senior meals through our Serv-A-Tray nutrition program. Our drivers deliver meals to our homebound seniors and checks on our seniors daily,” Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger. We are extremely grateful for the support of our volunteers from our own community and the Rutgers Cooperative Extension, added Freeholder Director Damminger. “We’re delivering 400 meals a day to our homebound seniors,” said Freeholder Director Damminger. In addition to our senior population, we... Read more →


Bellmawr Man Faces Numerous Charges for Shooting Gun at Cop

Camden City, N.J. – A Bellmawr man is facing numerous charges after he fired a gun at police and the bullet went through a neighbor’s home where a child was sleeping, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Bellmawr Police Chief William P. Walsh. Logan Vancamp, 31, of Bellmawr, faces charges of first-degree Attempted Murder, second-degree Aggravated Assault, second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, fourth-degree Aggravated Assault and fourth-degree Criminal Mischief. Bellmawr Police officers responded to a home on the 100 block of Catherine Ave. shortly after midnight... Read more →


Seniors Beat Up Line Jumper

I was in a long line at 7:45 AM today at the grocery store that opened at 8 AM for seniors only. A young man came from the parking lot and tried to cut in at the front of the line, but an old lady beat him back into the parking lot with her cane. He returned and tried to cut in again but an old man punched him in the gut, then kicked him to the ground and rolled him away. As he approached the line for the 3rd time he said, "If you don't let me unlock the... Read more →


CDC Issues Travel Advisory for NJ, NY, CT

Due to extensive community transmission of COVID -19 in the area, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) urges residents of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut to refrain from non-essential domestic travel for 14 days effective immediately. This Domestic Travel Advisory does not apply to employees of critical infrastructure industries, including but not limited to trucking, public health professionals, financial services, and food supply. These employees of critical infrastructure, as defined by the Department of Homeland Security (https://www.cisa.gov/publication/guidance-essential-critical-infrastructure-workforceexternal icon), have a special responsibility to maintain normal work schedules. The Governors of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut will... Read more →


COVID-19 Cases in Cape May County Increase to 10

March 28, 2020 Cape May Court House- New Jersey has become the second leading state in the nation with 8,825 total COVID-19 cases and 108 deaths. Today, Cape May County’s total has increased by one case, a 12-year-old female who is recovering at her residence, bringing the county to a total of 10 cases . MUNICIPALITY NUMBER Covid 19 Cases AVALON 1 CAPE MAY CITY 2 CAPE MAY POINT 0 DENNIS TOWNSHIP 0 LOWER TOWNSHIP 1 MIDDLE TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH WILDWOOD 0 OCEAN CITY 1 SEA ISLE CITY 1 STONE HARBOR 0 UPPER TOWNSHIP 1 WEST CAPE MAY 0 WEST... Read more →


Gloucester County Reports A Total of 56 Cases COVID 19 ; 1st Fatality

The Gloucester County Department of Health and Human Services and Office of Emergency Management have announced 14 more positive COVID-19 cases in Gloucester County on Saturday morning, March 28th. The county announced its first fatality on Friday. This brings Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 cases to 56. The 43rd case is a 45-year-old male from Clayton. The 44th case is a 64-year-old male from Deptford. The 45th case is a 12-year-old male from Monroe Township. The 46th case is a 76-year-old female from Franklin Township. The 47th case is a 47-year-old female from Greenwich Township. The 48th case is a... Read more →


New Data Reveals Increase in Coronavirus Cases in Camden County and In NJ

Gloucester Township, NJ) –The Camden County Department of Health is announcing 21 additional positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) identified in Camden County. Trace investigations are being facilitated with the patients and remain ongoing. “While resources become more available from our three major county-based healthcare facilities, we continue to see a steady stream of confirmed positive tests for the novel coronavirus. Again, I believe, considering the delay in getting testing into the county and the state, that these numbers will continue to grow based on the original lag time in testing and the delay in getting tests back from the... Read more →


Meals Available for Senior Citizens in Camden County

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Division of Senior and Disabled Services is prepared to ensure that no senior goes hungry during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. All residents previously enrolled in the Camden County Nutrition Program have automatically begun receiving home-delivery of meals this week, and seniors in need of meals – for any reason – can call the Division at (856) 374-MEAL to make immediate arrangements. The Division is continuing to secure emergency supplies and resources which will enable meal delivery for the coming weeks. Jason Ravitz of Ravitz Family Markets has generously donated gift cards which can... Read more →


New Jersey American Water Invests $563,000 in Mount Holly and Westampton Infrastructure 

CAMDEN, N.J. – MAR. 27, 2020 – New Jersey American Water will replace approximately 2,400 feet of aging 6-inch water main beginning this week. The company will upgrade the aging water lines, installed as far back as the 1950s, with new 8-inch and 12-inch ductile iron main along Smith Lane from Woodpecker Lane in Mount Holly to Burlington-Mt Holly Road in Westampton. The project also includes replacing five fire hydrants and 55 utility-owned service lines along the pipeline route. This $563,000 investment will continue to advance water service reliability and increase water flows for household consumption and fire protection in... Read more →


(Video) Murphy Says Only Government Should Have Guns

March 26, 2020 Alex "Alejandro" Roubian We always knew the argument from NJ politicians was nonsense – “they hate guns!” — this is PATENTLY untrue. Statists LOVE guns, as long as they are in the hands of the GOVERNMENT. Governor Murphy has made that sentiment abundantly clear in this stunning press conference. Watch NJ2AS President Alejandro Roubian confront Governor Murphy regarding his executive orders closing all state background checks and gun stores. You won’t believe his flippant response in this now viral video that is sweeping the nation: Help fight back and support our proven results-oriented activism by joining NJ2AS.... Read more →


During COVID-19 Outbreak ICE Air flying home US citizens from Central America

WASHINGTON – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), working with the U.S. Department of State, has brought home a total of 209 United States citizens on the return leg of two removal flights via ICE Air Operations. U.S. citizens occupied the Space Available seats on flights to the United States from Honduras and El Salvador. ICE removed Honduran nationals with final orders of removal from the United States to their home country on March 22, and Salvadoran nationals on March 24. On the return flight to the UnitedStates, ICE facilitated the transportation of U.S. citizens in accordance with the OMB... Read more →


PET FOR ADOPTION: MEET GIGI

Gigi Siberian Husky Adult Female SEE MORE PETS HERE Available for Adoption Matawan, NJ 674 miles away Organization Contact Info: Husky House 391 Rt 34 Matawan, NJ 07747 [email protected] http://huskyhouse.org Meet Gigi! Doing well in her foster home, Gigi is still looking for her loving forever home. She is very sweet and gets along well with other dogs. She is also crate trained. Please no homes with small animals or cats. Interested in adopting Gigi? Please visit www.huskyhouse.org today to fill out an application. More about Gigi Up-to-date with vaccinations Good with dogs Available date: 3/23/2020 Birth date: 3/24/2018 (not... Read more →


New Jersey Residents Alleged Price Gouging

By Joe Chen | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Since New Jersey's price gouging laws came into effect when the state entered a State of Emergency on March 9, the state has received a flood of complaints regarding excessive pricing on items such as surgical masks, gloves, and sanitizing products. “To date, our Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has received over 1,400 COVID-19 related complaints concerning some 900 distinct business locations across New Jersey," Gurbir Grewal, attorney general, said at a coronavirus briefing this week. "We’ve issued about 160 cease-and-desist letters and served nearly 30 subpoenas." Of the... Read more →


New Date Announced for PA Primary Election

By Christen Smith | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Pennsylvania lawmakers unanimously agreed Wednesday to delay the state’s April 28 primary election until June 2 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Senate Bill 422 moved quickly between the chambers before winding up on Gov. Tom Wolf’s desk Wednesday evening. The governor told reporters earlier in the day he would sign it. “Every Pennsylvanian is making sacrifices to try and slow the spread of COVID-19, and an Election Day has many moving parts that take weeks to prepare,” House Majority Leader Bryan Cutler, R-Lancaster, said. “Ensuring the safety of poll workers,... Read more →


Non-Profit Organization Connects People to Vital Life-Sustaining Services

Norwescap Continues to Provide Vital Services to Communities during Pandemic Phillipsburg, NJ, March 26, 2020- Norwescap, a non-profit serving Northwest NJ, is on the forefront of providing the public with emergency services during the Corvid19 pandemic. The virus has impacted households across the U.S. with many individuals and families finding themselves short of resources. Many individuals and families in need are struggling to find basic necessities including diapers and perishables and the number of individuals who need assistance is growing rapidly as unemployment is rising. “Now more than ever people need organizations like Norwescap to help them get the assistance... Read more →


FACE OF DEFENSE: US’s only heavy icebreaker returns home following 123-day Antarctic

Treaty inspection and resupply mission This mission marks the Polar Star’s 23rd journey to Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze, an annual joint military service mission to resupply the United States Antarctic stations, in support of the National Science Foundation – the lead agency for the United States Antarctic Program. This year also marks the 63rd iteration of the annual operation.SEATTLE — The 150-member crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star returned Wednesday to their homeport of Seattle following a 123-day deployment to Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze. The Polar Star crew departed Seattle on... Read more →


GUEST OPINION: Trump Uses Coronavirus to Let Polluters Violate Laws At Will

Jeff Tittel, NJ Sierra Club The EPA issued a suspension of its enforcement of environmental laws, telling companies they would not need to meet environmental standards during the coronavirus outbreak. The temporary policy, for which EPA has set no end date, would allow any number of industries to skirt environmental laws, with the agency say it will not “seek penalties for noncompliance with routine monitoring and reporting obligations.” “Trump’s EPA is putting our public health in danger by using the coronavirus as an excuse to suspend enforcement. Without a cop on the beat, now polluters and others can violate environmental... Read more →


Camden County Update on Coronavirus Cases, as of March 26, 2020

(Gloucester Township, NJ) –The Camden County Department of Health is announcing 14 additional positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) identified in Camden County. Trace investigations are being facilitated with the patients and remain ongoing. “This virus has no boundaries, knows no limits and doesn’t discriminate based on age, town or gender. That said, we have not seen the kind of spikes that our counterparts in the north have had,” said Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. “In the last two weeks I have seen Camden County’s residents taking this threat seriously and embracing the recommendations surrounding social distancing. To everyone who... Read more →


A Message from Congressman Norcross (NJ-1st-D)

America is currently facing a grave health emergency with a serious impact on our economy. Our workers, families and small business owners urgently need relief, and they need it now. Earlier today, Congress passed a nearly $2 trillion relief package to protect workers and families during the current COVID pandemic. This wide-ranging economic rescue package provides much-needed relief to small businesses, workers, hospitals, health care providers and families. To read my full statement on the passage of H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, click here. To watch my floor speech ahead of the House vote, click... Read more →


TENNYSON AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION:

SEE MORE PETS HERE Available for Adoption Tennyson, Siberian Husky, Adult Male Matawan, NJ Organization Contact Info: Husky House 391 Rt 34 Matawan, NJ 07747 [email protected] http://huskyhouse.org Meet Tennyson. The new boy at Husky House, Tennyson is looking for his loving forever home. Previously in a foster home with children, smaller dogs, cats, and big dogs, Tennyson got along well with all of them. He is a very big fella that loves being with his pack. He is super sweet and lovable. He will do best in a home that will continue his training. Interested in adopting Tennyson? Please visit... Read more →


Powerball Jackpot $160,000,000 For Saturday’s Drawing

TRENTON (March 26, 2020) – The winning numbers for the Wednesday, March 25, drawing were: 05, 09, 27, 39, and 42. The Red Power Ball number was 16. The Multiplier number was 02. 16,613 New Jersey players took home an estimated $86,353 in prizes ranging from $4 to $200. The Powerball jackpot rolls to $160,000,000 for the next drawing to be held Saturday, March 28, at 10:59 pm. Read more →


Zero Debts: 5 Main Steps to Becoming Debt Free in 2020

Gloucestercitynews.net (March 27, 2020)--Did you know that the average American has around $38,000 in debt? Once you factor in mortgages, this number skyrockets even higher. Although some debt is normal, that doesn't mean having it is ideal. Getting down to zero debts may sound too good to be true, but anything is possible with enough careful planning. Do you want to learn how to become debt free? Keep reading to learn 5 effective tips that will help you pay off debt much faster. 1. Take a Close Look at Monthly Spending If you want to become debt free, you'll have... Read more →


Six reasons to choose equity release

(Gloucestercitynews.net )(March 27,2020)--Homeownership is something that many of us want to have - and some are lucky enough to achieve that dream. Whether you own a one-bedroom flat in the city centre or a luxury country cottage, you’ll be on the property ladder. What happens if you need access to some additional capital, though? The solution many people think of doing is to sell their home to get a smaller or less expensive property so they can have some cash to pay for these situations. You don’t have to take this drastic measure, though, as you could consider equity release.... Read more →


Hirsh Singh Wins Cumberland and Atlantic Counties!

Linwood, NJ — Conservative U.S. Senate candidate Hirsh Singh continued to demonstrate his overwhelming support in the most Republican areas of New Jersey by winning the endorsement of the Republican Party organizations of Cumberland County and Atlantic County. Singh's win comes on the back of his wins in Ocean County and Cape May County, and momentum is now solidly on his side. An analysis of Hirsh Singh's support base clearly shows that all his support is from committed Republicans who represent their constituents while his opponent has been propped up by the party elite who had opposed Donald Trump's candidacy... Read more →