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while Failing to Lift Prohibition on Indoor Dining NJBIA President and CEO Michele Siekerka released the following statement regarding the partial reopening of health and fitness centers that was announced by Gov. Phil Murphy today. “NJBIA supports today’s decision by Governor Murphy to reopen health and fitness centers because owners of these businesses are able, willing and eager to reopen their doors in a safe and responsible manner that puts the health, safety and welfare of their workforce and patrons first. “However, we are disappointed that the governor’s current prohibition on indoor dining remains unchanged, even as neighboring states have already moved forward to lift restrictions. “NJBIA has consistently maintained that creating public health and economic health are not mutually exclusive. Just as other business owners have reopened following state and federal safety guidelines, restaurants have deserved that same opportunity for too long. "Many restaurants were already prepared for the... Read more →

August 27, 2020 by Jennifer Leach Associate Director Division of Consumer & Business Education, FTC Being broke is expensive. Right now, so many people are scrambling to figure out how to make rent, cover utilities, pick up some work, get their unemployment checks, and keep body and soul together. When it’s getting down to the end of the month, if people have exhausted personal loans through their bank or credit union, they may be putting more on their credit card, or getting a cash advance. And then they might turn to payday loans. Payday loans aren’t anybody’s first choice. You probably already know they’re an expensive way to get money — sometimes charging annual percentage rates of as much as 500-700%. What usually happens is that somebody needs money for a couple of weeks, to get them through ’til payday. So they take out a short-term loan with the idea... Read more →

By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square (The Center Square) – New Jersey gyms and health clubs will reopen at 25 percent capacity on Sept. 1 but indoor dining remains banned. Gov. Phil Murphy said he hopes to announce a plan for indoor dining before Sept. 15 when asked by a reporter for a date. An executive order announced Wednesday by the governor requires gym staff and members to wear masks at all times and limits classes to one person per 200 square feet. Staff and members will be required to keep a log, a requirement Murphy said is necessary so that contract tracers can alert others if a member or staff member tests positive for COVID-19. The executive order also allows indoor amusement facilities to reopen on Sept. 1, with guidance expected to come later this week. “Gyms are among the most challenging indoor environments to prevent COVID-19 transmission,”... Read more →

The illegal scheme involved fraudulently-obtained electrical construction permits to cut costs Raphael S. Weiss RIVERSIDE TOWNSHIP, NJ (August 27, 2020)--Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina and Riverside Township Police Chief William T. Eliason announced that a New York developer who purchased a historic Riverside commercial building to create luxury apartments in the seven-story landmark has been charged with using the credentials of a potential subcontractor to fraudulently gain approval for electrical permits from the township construction office. Raphael S. Weiss, 60, of East 18th Street in Brooklyn, was charged with Computer Criminal Activity (Second Degree), Impersonation (Second Degree), 36 counts of Forgery/Making (Third Degree), and 36 counts of Forgery/Uttering (Third Degree). He was taken into custody this morning at the Riverside Township municipal building and lodged in the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly pending a hearing in Superior Court. The case will now be prepared for presentation to a grand... Read more →

Pedro DeJesus Frances Perez-Arias EWING TOWNSHIP, AUGUST 26, 2020)--Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of PEDRO DEJESUS, age 29, (single; unemployed) and FRANCES PEREZ-ARIAS, age 22 (single; self-employed) in online clothing sales) both of 125 West Upper Ferry Road, Ewing, NJ, on charges of Maintaining A Controlled Dangerous Substance Facility, Possession Of Heroin With Intent To Distribute, Possession Of An Assault Weapon, Possession Of A Firearm In Commission Of A CDS Offense, Possession Of A High Capacity Magazine, Money Laundering, Distribution Of Drug Paraphernalia, and Endangering The Welfare Of A Child. The arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti. As a result of an ongoing related investigation in Bergen County, on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, detectives from the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office, along with the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, Mercer County Sheriff’s Department, and... Read more →

Dallas, Texas – For over three decades, Dr. E. Gaylon McCollough has given his patients the best care and results at McCollough Plastic Surgery Clinic & Skin Center and Total Health Spa. As a renowned facial plastic surgeon, Dr. McCollough created a successful, unique plan to allow everyone to feel beautiful AND healthy inside and out. Informative and inspiring, The Gift You Give Yourself (to be released by Brown Books Publishing Group on September 1, 2020) is a guide to help people navigate the overwhelming world of beauty, skin and health care. Dr. McCollough’s holistic approach will help people find their path to better health and confidence because beauty is deeper than surface appearances. He walks readers through popular cosmetic surgical procedures, skin care regiments, diet and nutrition guidelines, providing them ways to develop well-rounded, personalized goals. “The Gift You Give Yourself is a treasure – the collection of a... Read more →

On August 24, 2020. Aged 59 of Barrington. Born in Woodbury, NJ he is the son of the late James M. and Elizabeth C. (Smith) Lutner. Loving brother of, Richard Lutner (Holly) and sister, Ethel M. Richman. Loving uncle of many nieces and nephews, he is also survived by his friends at the Kelsch Associates. Jimmy loved to eat and say grace. He could down a can of soda in one gulp. He especially loved B.K. and D.D. He loved all the holidays and coming home with his family. He enjoyed listening to his boom box and watching retro tv shows at home like the Waltons, The Flying Nun, Magnum P.I. just to name a few. He was always ready in a flash to go anywhere and do anything. Jimmy talked to everyone he could with a positive outlook on life and everything good. Graveside services will be celebrated at... Read more →

(NAPSI)—Today, in the U.S., more than 17 million recalled Takata airbags remain in vehicles on the road. A defective part inside the airbag can explode when the airbag deploys, potentially shooting sharp metal fragments at the driver and passengers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has confirmed that 16 people in the U.S. have been killed, and hundreds of others alleged to have been injured, by this defect. Affected vehicles include those made by BMW, Chrysler, Daimler, Ferrari, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Scion, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota and Volkswagen. Vehicle manufacturers are sending official recall notices to affected consumers. Consumers also get notifications through postcards, e-mail, social media and other forms of communication urging them to contact their dealers immediately to schedule an appointment for a free recall repair. Even if they haven’t received a communication, all vehicle owners should... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA PA--August 25, 2020--The FBI’s Philadelphia and Baltimore Divisions are asking for the public’s help in identifying several armed and dangerous individuals responsible for more than a dozen pharmacy robberies in Pennsylvania and Maryland. The suspects, dressed in dark clothing with hoods, face masks, and gloves, used pepper spray on employees and customers while stealing prescription drugs; primarily Oxycodone, Percocet, and Promethazine. CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE The FBI is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individuals responsible for these pharmaceutical robberies. Anyone with information on these subjects or robberies is asked to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or tips.fbi.gov. Tipsters can remain anonymous. Read more →

In a polarized society, the bureaucrats who operate the machinery of democracy are taking flak from all sides. More than 20 have resigned or retired since March 1, thinning their ranks at a time when they are most needed. by Jessica Huseman Aug. 21, 6 a.m. EDT Photo Illustration: Lisa Larson-Walker/ProPublica; Source Image: Derek R. Henkle/AFP/Getty Images This article is part of Electionland, ProPublica’s collaborative reporting project covering problems that prevent eligible voters from casting their ballots during the 2020 elections. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Jared Dearing, the director of Kentucky’s Board of Elections, had little to do with Louisville, the state’s largest city, having only one polling place for the June 28 primary. It was a county decision, and it made sense. In-person turnout was expected to be low during the pandemic. The polling place, a convention center, offered multiple locations... Read more →

William Brunson also ordered to repay nearly $700,000 Southern District of Georgia BRUNSWICK, GA: The former executive director of the Camden County Public Service Authority is going to federal prison for misappropriating funds intended for payment of employees’ federal payroll taxes. Willliam Brunson, 53, of Kingsland, Ga., was sentenced to 32 months in federal prison by U.S. District Court Judge Lisa Godbey Wood after pleading guilty to one count of Tax Evasion, said Bobby L. Christine, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. Judge Wood also ordered Brunson to pay restitution of $677,768.40 and to serve three years of supervised release after completion of his prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. “Such blatant theft as the scheme perpetrated by William Brunson strains the already fragile trust in public service,” said U.S. Attorney Christine. “This investigation and the ensuing prison sentence should be a stark reminder... Read more →

New Jersey could use the money for needed transportation projects like the unfunded Gateway tunnels project or to reduce the state’s public pension debt. Los Angeles (August 25, 2020) — A new Reason Foundation study finds New Jersey could net between $11.6 billion and $23.2 billion by leasing the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, giving the state much-needed money to fund other transportation projects or pay down growing public pension liabilities. Using data from comparable long-term toll road leases worldwide, the Reason Foundation report estimates that the medium-range net proceeds (after paying off outstanding Turnpike bonds) would be $17.4 billion for a 50-year lease of the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. The lease would actually generate $23 billion to $34.7 billion in gross revenues for the state, but the Turnpike’s debt levels reduce the net proceeds. New Jersey would likely be able to choose to receive... Read more →

(NAPSI)—Many drivers may feel that they don’t have the time or money to address vehicle repairs immediately but beware: Ignoring some repairs can get you pulled over and even ticketed. “Ignoring certain vehicle repairs may seem to save money in the short term but can lead to extra costs, such as fines or ‘fix-it’ tickets, if these problems are not taken care of when they arise,” explains Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “In some jurisdictions, car owners may even lose their license for certain violations. A few dollars spent on simple vehicle repairs can help avoid trouble with the law.” While a vehicle is in operation, traffic laws require that certain equipment is properly installed and functioning correctly, including brakes, headlights, turn signals, mirrors, windshields and safety belts, to name a few. The Car Care Council recommends that drivers address these four repairs right away as they present... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 27, 2020)--Growing cannabis at home has some major perks - no more long lines at your local dispensary, no more overpriced bud, no more out of stock products, more control over your favorite strains… these are just a few of the benefits to home cultivation. The advantages don’t stop there, and you’re probably already thinking to yourself, how can I get started? But before you jump in, it’s important to realize that home growing isn’t a cakewalk. There are definitely some challenges involved, especially when it comes to nutrients. Your plants can be extremely finicky about their nutrients, so figuring out the perfect balance of nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, and other essentials won’t be easy. To help ease the process, here are 5 ways to make the most of your cannabis nutrients for your upcoming grow op. PH Plays a Big Role in Nutrient Uptake Even if your nutrient doses... Read more →

By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square (The Center Square) – More than 20 percent of small business owners said they will have to close permanently if current economic conditions do not improve within the next six months, according to a survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business. The largest small business association in the U.S., headquartered in Nashville, conducted the survey to assess the financial health of small businesses. The survey found that 21 percent of small business owners said they will have to close without improved economic conditions within the next six months. An additional 19 percent said they will be able to operate no longer than 7-12 months under current economic conditions. Holly Wade, NFIB Director of Research and Policy Analysis, said that while small businesses are “adapting to the abrupt shifts in consumer spending, managing customer and employees’ health and safety,” complying with state... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 27, 2020)--Being a personal injury lawyer specialist is different from a divorce lawyer, or any other kind. It requires a certain collection of skills, knowledge, experience, and perseverance to get the best outcome for the client and the law firm, respectively. Here are a few of the qualities that a personal injury lawyer must possess to be successful. Experience Counts Experience in dealing with previous types of injury cases is a must. Initially, a lawyer will often work at a firm that’s more of a generalist but later move to a specialist firm with a history of successful personal injury cases. Gaining experience working with senior lawyers on injury cases provides well-rounded knowledge. Moving up to managing cases with guidance from the larger team is also beneficial. It helps if the law firm has a multi-decade track history with personal injury cases. With the Brown and Crouppen Law Firm,... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 27, 2020)--A ventilation system is a critical feature of every building or structure. Residential properties, commercial establishments, public buildings, and offices all need efficient and effective ventilation for safety and comfort. Most importantly, it's vital to control smoke in case of fire. And contrary to what most people assume, fire isn't the primary cause of death in these emergencies. Smoke inhalation causes more than 50% of fire-related deaths. Also, without a way for smoke to escape, firefighters have a harder time controlling the flames and risk their lives in the process. There are three different types of ventilation systems used in constructing buildings. Each kind has unique features and benefits, which we'll discuss further in this article. Learning about each system's differences is essential in deciding which option is most suitable for your business or home. Natural ventilation system Let's start with the most basic type of ventilation used... Read more →

Gloucester Township Police Community Bulletin: GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ--Gloucester Township Police Criminal Investigation Bureau is currently investigating two cases in which residents attempted to purchase dogs using what appeared to be legitimate online websites. In both cases, the sellers asked for payment via CashApp and Bitcoin ATM. After sending the payment, the victims received notifications from animal delivery companies and asked to provide another $950 of Bitcoin and Cashapp. Both victims realized it was a scam, and did not send the additional money. GTPD Detectives have since discovered that the suspects in both incidents were using false names and VOIP phone numbers to conceal their real identity. Their investigation is ongoing. The Federal Trade Commission recommends that while shopping online: Know who you're dealing with: Anyone can set up shop online under almost any name. Confirm the online seller's physical address and phone number in case you have questions or problems.... Read more →

The Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders has unanimously adopted Resolution 384, which urges Gov. Phil Murphy to reopen businesses in New Jersey. The bipartisan resolution adopted Aug. 18 cites the New Jersey Business Coalition’s Recovery and Reinvention Framework 2.0 and comments from Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson. The Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders is the first group of elected officials to pass a resolution in support of the New Jersey Business Coalition’s efforts. “Our elected officials are hearing the business community’s pain points and we applaud their bipartisan support of the Coalition’s efforts to responsibly reopen business,” said Michael Chait, president of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber. “These businesses have incurred significant, additional operational costs related to PPE, take-out packaging, and tenting – all while losing an enormous portion of their seasonal revenue which carries them through the offseason. Outdoor dining will soon lose its appeal as the... Read more →

Fourth Person Admits Trafficking High-Dosage Oxycodone Pills Related to Gloucester City Drug Ring CAMDEN CITY, N.J. AUGUST 26, 2020– A Camden County, New Jersey, man today admitted buying and reselling high-dosage oxycodone pills in Gloucester City, New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced. Kenneth Rushworth, 59, of Gloucester City, pleaded guilty by videoconference before U.S. District Judge Renée Marie Bumb to an information charging him with distributing and possessing with intent to distribute a quantity of oxycodone. He is the fourth individual to plead guilty for his role in drug trafficking operations based in Gloucester City and Camden. According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court: In communications that were intercepted during a wiretap investigation led by the FBI, Rushworth asked Rocco DePoder to provide Rushworth with $1,100 for high-dosage The FBI raided the home of suspect Rocco DePoder, South Stinson Ave., Gloucester City on March... Read more →

click image to enlarge TRENTON –Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal today announced arrests of 21 individuals who are charged with sexually exploiting children online. The 19 men, one woman, and one juvenile male were arrested in “Operation Screen Capture,” a collaborative operation launched in response to a dramatic increase in reports of potential threats to children from online predators during the COVID pandemic. Three defendants – two men and one woman – are charged with sexually assaulting or attempting to sexually assault children. Eighteen are charged with endangering the welfare of children for possession and/or distribution of child sexual abuse materials, including, in many cases, child rape videos. Cyber tips to the New Jersey Regional Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force about potential threats to children online – including tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) – have increased up to 50 percent in New... Read more →

Camden City, N.J. – A man was fatally stabbed and a woman was injured during a Tuesday night incident in Camden, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki. Gloucestercitynews.net files Police were called to the intersection of 6th St. and Pearl St. for a reported fight around 10 p.m. on Aug. 25. When they arrived, officers found a woman suffering from an injury to the head and observed two men fighting nearby. Detectives said one of the men involved in the fight ran off after reportedly stabbing the other man, identified as Zaire Davis, 22, of Pennsauken. Both Davis and the injured woman were transported to a nearby hospital. Davis died from his injuries on Aug. 26. Detectives continue to investigate the events that led up to the fight and stabbing. Anyone with information is asked to contact CCPO Det. Jose Rosado... Read more →

EWG: Future PFAS disposal experiments must protect public health WASHINGTON (August 26, 2020)--– On Tuesday, the Environmental Protection Agency canceled a study to look into the incineration of the fluorinated chemicals known as PFAS. The study would have burned toxic PFAS and measured the amount released into the air at the Union County Resource Recovery Facility on the Rahway River in New Jersey. Researchers at the Environmental Working Group recently published a paper in the peer-reviewed journal Chemosphere that found burning, discarding and flushing materials containing PFAS do not effectively contain or destroy them but rather end up just returning either the same chemicals or their byproducts back into the environment. “More research on PFAS waste disposal is urgently needed,” said Olga Naidenko, Ph.D., vice president for science investigations at EWG. “These tests must be planned and conducted in a fully transparent way, with the consent of the nearby residents.... Read more →

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting Mr. Blake admitted that he had a knife in his possession. DCI agents recovered a knife from the driver’s side floorboard of Mr. Blake’s vehicle. A search of the vehicle located no additional weapons. However, according to several social media sites, Blake said he had a gun in the car and was going to get it when he was shot. (image of Mr. Blake with the knife circulating on social media sites)~CNBNews KENOSHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting (OIS) in Kenosha, Wis. that occurred on the evening of Sunday, August 23, 2020. Kenosha Police Department officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2800 block of 40th Street after a female caller reported that her boyfriend was present and was not supposed to be on the premises. During the incident, officers attempted... Read more →

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ (August 26, 2020)--On Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at approximately 12:16 PM, the Gloucester Township Police responded to 1341 Blackwood Clementon Road, building #500, for a verbal altercation with a male threatening the caller with a firearm. Officers responded to the scene and immediately set up a perimeter around the alleged suspect’s apartment. A command post was established and contact was made with the suspect’s family member who was not in the apartment. Specially trained officers from the Gloucester Township Police Crisis Negotiations Team responded and attempted to make contact with the resident. After several minutes of phone calls, contact was made with residents and negotiations began. After twenty minutes of negotiations, a female resident safely exited the apartment with several juveniles. Female was taken into custody and the juveniles were moved to a safe location with our Community Relations Officer. The children were unharmed. A specially trained... Read more →

Suggesting him for Labor Secretary is ridiculous COLLINGSWOOD – Republican candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s First Congressional District, Claire Gustafson, took issue with a recent news report that suggested Congressman Donald Norcross would be a good candidate for US Labor Secretary in a Joe Biden administration. “For a union boss to suggest Donald Norcross should be the Secretary of Labor because ‘we need somebody who has worked with their hands, especially a construction guy’ is ridiculous.” Claire Gustafson said, “The suggestion he works with his hands is laughable when you consider that according to an October 2014 labor publication Norcross hasn’t ‘worked with the tools’ since 1993. To put that in perspective Norcross hasn’t worked with the tools since before President Bill Clinton met Monica Lewinsky.” Gustafson added, “But Norcross did say in that publication that he kept his ‘card, and kept coming to meetings.’ If going to meetings... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 26, 2020)--Interstitial cystitis is a painful or uncomfortable condition affecting between three and eight million women, and one and four million men in the U.S. Its symptoms - including urgency, frequency, and pain - can interfere with one’s quality of life - including one’s sex life, since sexual intimacy can increase pain. Up until recently, one medication is given to people with this problem as Elmiron. However, a class action in Quebec has recently been filed regarding this drug, owing to its alleged link to vision issues. What Issues Are Alleged? The Elmiron class-action lawsuit alleges that the long-term use of this drug is related to a novel, progressive eye disorder that impacts the part of the retina that enables accurate, sensitive vision. The alleged problems include blurry vision, reading problems, difficulty adjusting to different lighting conditions, and muted color. The lawsuit states that the manufacturers of the medication... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 26, 2020)--If you are into health and fitness and have missed the emergence of cannabidiol in Canada, where have you been? CBD oil has been making waves in the mainstream health and medical landscape for some time now. CBD is now among the fastest-growing sectors in the supplement market, both in Canada and in many countries around the world. Furthermore, experts predict that we may only be at the foot of the curve. While CBD and its associated health benefits have been known among cannabis aficionados for years, it was the legalization of cannabis and cannabis-derived products in 2018 that really opened the door for CBD in Canada. For a couple of years now, it has been legal to sell CBD in specialist High Street stores in towns and cities around the countries. Despite the abundance in bricks-and-mortar stores, it is still extremely common for Canadians to do most... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 26, 2020)--When you locate a great or dramatic tune or music in a youtube video, what might you want to do? For me, I need to download it and hear it out when I'm disconnected. You should? Rather than tapping the as often as possible utilized connections on the YouTube stage, you can change over youtube to mp3 by utilizing a youtube to mp3 converter. At that point, you can generally tune in to the music or sound at whatever point you need. Consequently, this article will show 8 best free youtube to mp3 converters for you to change over a youtube video to mp3, on the two Windows and Mac. You will learn: 8 Free YouTube to MP3 Converters for Windows and Mac Edit and Cut MP3 with Wondershare Filmora9 Cautioning and Notice Consideration, it would be ideal if you According to the YouTube standards, you have to... Read more →

Renowned inventor Walter Hutchins has voted in every presidential election since 1952. This year, as many states stopped sending teams to help seniors vote, his nursing home was on coronavirus lockdown and his streak was in jeopardy. by Ryan McCarthy and Jack Gillum Aug. 26, 5 a.m. EDT Sally Deng, special to ProPublica This article is part of Electionland, ProPublica’s collaborative reporting project covering problems that prevent eligible voters from casting their ballots during the 2020 elections. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Walter Hutchins cast his first vote for president for Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1952, and he has voted in every election since. The last thing he wants is for his “68-year streak,” as he proudly calls it, to end in November. An industrial engineer, Hutchins helped design the M16, the weapon of choice for American soldiers during the Vietnam War, and... Read more →

Pemberton – On August 5, 2020. Age 90. Beloved father of Nehemiah Footman and the late Suk Footman. Freddie was a proud U.S. Army Veteran serving from February 26, 1948 and retiring after 30 honorable years as a Sergeant Major on February 28, 1978. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his U.S. Army Military Honors on Friday, August 28, 2020 at 9:30 am (Z SHELTER) at Brig. General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery: 350 Provinceline Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.comunder the obituary of Freddie Footman, Jr. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →

By Arthur I. Blaustein Catch! The Future of Democracy is In Your Hands November 3. With the 2020 presidential election rapidly approaching, Election Stress Disorder or ESD is at the highest levels in all of history. And this time Americans have to be worried about the very future of democracy itself. They fear that that the Trump administration has trampled the traditional democratic values of equality, fairness, justice, and opportunity based on the public good and replaced it with cynicism, greed, and selfishness motivated by personal power and private gain. And they are also deeply troubled that Mr. Trump has an alarming ignorance of and an utter contempt for The US Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the rule of law. Right now, Republicans in Congress continue to make same excuses they made to justify the abdication of their Constitutional obligation during the Impeachment process. They kept saying, “We have... Read more →

NJ SIERRA CLUB OPINION The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that they are cancelling their Municipal Waste Combustor Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) Emissions Characterization Study in Rahway, NJ. They had planned to conduct experimental burning of CF4, a compound related to PFAS. According to the EPA’s own presentation prepared on the subject in April 2020, the primary objective of these experiments burning CF4 is to “investigate how well thermal disposal processes such as hazardous waste and solid waste incinerators work for PFAS waste.” The experiment was cancelled in large part because of public outcry. “This is a big win for the people of New Jersey and Rahway. Because of public pressure, EPA has decided to cancel their experiment of burning a poly-fluorocarbon, CF4, at the Covanta Incinerator in Rahway. This shows that by standing up to the EPA when they’re wrong, we can stop something that is bad for... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 26, 2020)--If you’re the type of person who goes to work purely for the paycheck and to make ends meet, this can have a negative impact on your health and wellbeing. We only get one shot at life, so making the most of it and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is important. Many of us dream about having a better life, but never consider it as a real possibility. Here are a few tips on how to start living, not just existing. Take Up a Hobby If you live your life by a strict schedule, every day can feel like Groundhog Day. There is more to life than going to work and coming home to sleep, so if you want to try something new, why not take up a hobby? Many of us have passions and dreams that we’re too afraid to pursue, so whether you enjoy... Read more →

DOVER DELAWARE( AUGUST 25, 2020)--DNREC Fish and Wildlife Natural Resources Police arrested Matthew Tortu, 24, and Travis Gooding, 21, both of Coatsville, Pennsylvania on August 22 for multiple felony criminal charges and boating violations in response to and after investigating a report of a stolen vessel. The suspects were allegedly observed before daybreak on August 22 in a vessel aground on a sand bar in the Indian River Bay by other boaters in the area who reported the incident and that the vessel occupants were not the owners of the subject vessel. Natural Resources Police officers responded to the report and arrested Tortu and Gooding at the site upon determining that the Maritime Skiff vessel had been stolen earlier that morning from Tuckahoe Acres where it was moored. Tortu and Gooding were both charged with one count each of felony theft, felony conspiracy, criminal mischief, no boating safety certification, no... Read more →

Led by Rutgers University‒Camden scientists CAMDEN CITY— Makeda Smalls is spending the summer immersed in cutting-edge research in Jinglin Fu’s Rutgers University‒Camden chemistry lab that could lead to methods that can rapidly diagnose illnesses, including coronavirus. “I have already learned so much new information in just this short amount of time, that it amazes me,” says Smalls, a Lindenwold resident. “Research as an undergraduate gives you real-world experience you don’t get in class.” Smalls, a biochemistry major entering her senior year, is among seven Rutgers‒Camden undergraduates, two graduate students, and two high school students from Lincroft, N.J., and Stafford, Va., participating in the research sponsored by the U.S. Army Education Outreach Program. During the 10-week program from June 15 to Aug. 31, the students are learning the fundamental technique of DNA hybridization design, a basic interaction between DNA bases to form the natural double-helical structure of DNA, as well as... Read more →

Brigantine, NJ – This week, Amy Kennedy launched 8 Counties, 8 Weeks, 1 South Jersey, a district-wide virtual town hall series. Amy is also touring small businesses in every county of the district to learn about the impacts of the pandemic on small business owners. Amy Kennedy said, “The pandemic has changed a lot in our communities, including how we are campaigning. One thing that hasn’t changed is our commitment to reaching out to the people of South Jersey, to listening to the struggles and challenges people are facing and to providing productive solutions to help.” “For too long the people of South Jersey have been ignored by our representatives in office. Now more than ever, we need real leadership that will serve the people, not themselves.” “In these difficult times, South Jersey needs someone in Congress who will listen to all their constituents,” said Bob Fritz, Salem County. “By... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA PA--The Free Library of Philadelphia's Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH), as part of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress (NLS) serves Pennsylvania residents who have difficulty reading due to a physical impairment, a reading disability, or a vision challenge. Please view the Eligibility page for more details. If the standard print has become difficult to read for you, a friend, or a family member, please call 800-222-1754 or 215-683-3217. LPBH offers a wide variety of services for customers throughout the Commonwealth. Some are available on-site, and many are available free through the mail via our partnership with Carnegie Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped in Pittsburgh. In addition, LBPH staff provides outreach statewide about all of these services. On-site Services: Full walk-in services (Braille, large-print, audio, and digital book machines), including accessible computers Braille and Audio Reading Download... Read more →

By Donald Norcross COVID-19 continues to rage, our economy is officially in a recession and across the nation people are standing up to injustice and crying out for change. Clearly, America needs new leadership. Our country must have a comprehensive strategy to not only defeat COVID-19, but address the economic crisis and growing racial disparities. Joe Gloucestercitynews.net files Biden has a plan to do it, which is why he and Kamala Harris are the steady, principled leaders that this moment demands. Even if the Coronavirus “magically disappears,” the systemic racial, social and economic inequalities that the pandemic has exposed will continue to drag us down until we take action. That’s why Biden, as the Democrats’ presidential nominee, has put forward a “Build Back Better” plan to restart the economy and address directly the defining issues of our times. It starts by unifying Americans in our shared fight against COVID-19, then... Read more →

Bonus + Benefits Your First Day (Logan Township) - Full Time Amazon - Gloucester City, NJ Posted on 08/24/20 (Ref: NJGiMUEnY2) Full-time Warehouse Team Member Shifts: Overnight, Early Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend Location: Logan Township , NJ - 2320 Center Square Rd Logan Township, NJ 08085 Job opportunities vary by location. We update postings daily with open positions. Hourly pay rate: Earn min $15.25 and a $500 sign-on bonus. Full-time jobs available now. Benefits start on your first day. Training is provided, no experience necessary. Join our fulfillment center team that gets orders ready for people relying on Amazon deliveries. Choose from a variety of full-time shifts and start getting health care benefits, a 401(k) savings plan, pre-paid tuition assistance, paid time off, and more. Plus, we're currently offering a $500 sign-on bonus. Health and safety are always a top priority for us. We continue to consult with medical and... Read more →

Source: Flickr (AUGUST 26, N2020)Philadelphia is renowned for having an abundance of bingo halls, with the pastime being hugely popular in the city and surrounding area. Indeed, there are countless options for lovers of the game, from Wellington Hall to Bustleton Bingo. With online bingo on the rise, though, these physical locations could be at risk of losing a lot of business if they don’t move forward with the changing landscape in the industry. Bingo hall owners need to examine why the industry has boomed so much on the internet, and investigate ways to replicate its success. How Did the Internet Change Bingo? In the pre-internet days, the only people who could play bingo were those who had a bingo hall in their vicinity. This made it quite a niche pastime, played by a narrow demographic of people within the bingo hall’s community. The game became associated with middle aged... Read more →

Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina, Delran Township Police Chief Alfonso A. Parente Jr., and Riverside Township Police Chief William T. Eliason announced that a 27-year-old Delran drug dealer has been charged with causing the death of a Riverside customer who fatally overdose on fentanyl in late 2018. David Bender, of the Hunters Glen apartment complex on Route 130, was charged with Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death (First Degree) and Distribution of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (Third Degree). He was taken into custody on August 20 by Delran Township patrol officers and lodged in the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly pending a detention hearing in Superior Court. The case will then be prepared for presentation to a Burlington County Grand Jury for possible indictment. The investigation began in October 2018 after Riverside Township police officers were dispatched to an apartment to conduct a wellness check on a man who was... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 25, 2020)--People may not realize just how dangerous high blood sugar is, but having chronic high blood sugar causes a host of other health problems both short-term and years into the future. What is High Blood Sugar? Your blood contains sugar. Your body creates sugar by the way it processes food. High blood sugar is an indicator of diabetes. There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 typically requires insulin from the beginning it is diagnosed while Type 2 can be controlled with proper diet and exercise. Eventually, many Type 2 patients will find themselves on medication to control their blood sugar. There are some that will end up taking insulin as a means to keep blood sugar under control. How Dangerous is Diabetes? Diabetes is a dangerous long-term chronic condition where the liver doesn't produce the right amount of insulin to control blood... Read more →

Gloucestercitynews.net files By Dave Lemery | The Center Square (The Center Square) – New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has sought to portray himself as a fiscally cautious, business-friendly leader since taking office. But following his budget address Tuesday, it was evident that many in the business community were not on board with that portrayal. One proposal that specifically drew ire was Murphy’s plan to tax millionaires. The New Jersey chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business said that such a tax would likely fall on its members, including those who might be millionaires on paper but live on narrow margins to keep their businesses afloat. “The millionaire’s tax will hurt small business owners who retire and sell their business as a retirement nest egg – something many of them do,” NFIB New Jersey State Director Eileen Kean said. “If they started their business years ago and own a building... Read more →

By Christen Smith | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Fall school sports resumed Monday after a two-week delay amid ongoing discussions with Gov. Tom Wolf over whether it was safe to proceed. The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) said Friday it would leave the decision up to local districts, many of which had already developed robust social distancing plans meant to limit the spread of COVID-19 among students and staff. “PIAA is committed to providing a season for all sports and all student-athletes in the upcoming school year and will continue to remain flexible,” the organization said Friday. “The PIAA Board of Directors also voted that based on local school decisions, the PIAA will monitor school participation in fall sports and may pursue alternate solutions, if needed” The decision comes after public urging from students, parents and state legislators to move forward despite statements from the governor that... Read more →

(August 25, 2020)--Parcels need to arrive intact. Your recipients will feel terrible if they see that the items are damaged. Protecting the packages isn't only dependent on your chosen delivery company. You also have to prepare well before sending them out for delivery. Use a brand-new box Unless you can find a recyclable delivery box, you shouldn't recycle it. New boxes are useful in protecting the items inside. If used several times, they no longer provide protection as reliable as the first use. Don't hesitate to buy quality containers if you sell fragile items. Paying for another round of delivery is more expensive than investing in a quality box. Invest in internal packaging Regardless of the nature of the products you deliver, internal packaging needs to be tough. You need to add foam, bubble wrap, and other layers of protection. Some people even tape the entire product after placing it... Read more →

Question: How do you safely remove a massive overhead sign from the region’s busiest bridge? The answer, which includes a lot of planning and careful execution, sounds easy enough, but it’s much more complicated. In the early morning hours of August 12, 2020, crews removed an approximately 34,000 pound gantry from the Walt Whitman Bridge. The gantry is original to the bridge, which opened to traffic in 1957. Workers in place to begin the process of removing the 63-year-old gantry However, weeks before its removal, the pre-planning was in full swing to pull off such a large task. Originally, the plan called for the complete closure of the Walt Whitman Bridge from 11 p.m.-5 a.m. That plan changed when it was determined that preparation work could take place ahead of the removal, which would reduce the time required to remove the structure. By being able to perform the preparation work... Read more →

Camden City, N.J. – Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that happened near the intersection of Kolo St. and Sheridan St. in Camden Monday night, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki. Gloucestercitynews public service announcement Police received a ShotSpotter notification for the 1600 block of Kolo St. around 11 p.m. When they arrived, they found Michael Twiggs, 27, of Camden, lying near a walkway suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Twiggs was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. Detectives continue to investigate the homicide and ask anyone with information to call CCPO Det. Jeremy Jankowski at 856-397-3485 or Camden County Metro Det. Sean Miller at 609-706-6590. Tips can also be emailed to [email protected]. Read more →

BLOOMSBURG, PA (08/25/2020)-- Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania congratulates the nearly 1,100 students who received their academic degrees on Aug. 8, 2020 in a virtual ceremony. The overall grade point average necessary for honors distinction is: cum laude (with distinction) 3.5 - 3.74 overall average; magna cum laude (with great distinction) 3.75 - 3.94 overall average and summa cum laude (with highest distinction) 3.95 - 4.0 overall average. Danielle Adornetto, of Lumberton, NJ, graduated with a degree in Nursing BSN. Alexis Derrickson, of Brigantine, NJ, graduated with a degree in Communication Studies BA. Trevor Elm, of Swedesboro, NJ, graduated with a degree in Communication Studies BA. Amanda Fleisher, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, graduated with a degree in Speech Path & Audiology BS. Kayla Harris, of Mount Royal, NJ, graduated with a degree in Bus Admin*Marketing BSBA. Andrew Holmes, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, graduated with a degree in Accounting BSBA.... Read more →

With Bellmawr's local election in November, I am supporting Independent Council candidates Bill Groff and Sandy Valdez. As a resident of Bellmawr for 30 years, I have been attending Council and Caucus meetings for the past ten years. Current Councilman Jim D’Angelo has served 24 years on Council; and its time for someone else to have an opportunity to serve. During his 24 years on Council , incumbent Jim D'Angelo has failed to offer any substantial reforms in changing the way local government operates. Furthermore, he voted for the elimination of the Business Administrators position. This was a key position, and a key link to improved relations for residents ensuring compliance in many legal and regulatory items. In addition, current Council Members and Mayor Sauter provide the absolute minimum in what is required by OPMA, and prefer to keep residents at arm’s length, and conduct business behind closed doors. They... Read more →