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By Police Chief David J. Harkins As we enter into this strange Holiday Season, we at the Gloucester Township Police Department still believe that we have much to be thankful for. We are thankful for the recovery of our officers who were infected with COVID-19. We are thankful that we were able to be there to help those who have called us in their time of need. We are thankful for this great community that we serve. We are thankful to be able to do what we are called to do. We are thankful that our community has shown us so much support even during some turbulent times in our country. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, please take a moment to remember the 253 Law Enforcement Officers who have died in the line of duty this year. This staggering number is up from 148 line of duty deaths in 2019. Please... Read more →

Jose Rodolfo Villarreal-Hernandez, wanted for allegedly directing his associates to track and murder a man in Southlake, Texas, has been added to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. The Department of State’s Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program is offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading directly to his arrest. Villarreal-Hernandez, also known as “El Gato,” is believed to hold an active leadership position in the Beltran Leyva Drug Trafficking Organization within the region of San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. He is also believed to be responsible for numerous murders in Mexico. The victim of the Texas murder, 43, was shot while sitting in the passenger seat of his vehicle outside an upscale shopping center in a Dallas-Fort Worth suburb on May 22, 2013. His wife was standing near the driver’s side door when her husband was killed. And the brazen ambush occurred in... Read more →

GTPD Is Here To Help If You're Feeling Stressed and Overwhelmed This Holiday Season Or During Quarantine The holiday season can be stressful and overwhelming, especially with the added pressure of COVID and quarantining, but you are NOT alone. Help for our Gloucester Township, New Jersey residents is available right here in Camden County! The Gloucester Township Police Department proudly supports the New Jersey Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) model and training to be responsive for those in need. Oaks Integrated Care provides Early Intervention Support Services (EISS) that helps adults 18 years and older in Camden County who are experiencing emotional problems. Please feel free to contact GTPD at 856-228-4500 / [email protected] or Oaks Integrated Care if you need to talk, and visit the Oak's website for more information here: https://oaksintcare.org/ Address/Location Gloucester Township Police Department 1261 Chews Landing Rd Gloucester Township, NJ 08021 Contact Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergencies: 856-228-4500 Read more →

(November 26, 2020)--Getting an adequate amount of sleep is integral to one’s overall functioning. The body is able to repair itself during this time. Evidently, sleep affects various aspects of your day-to-day life. Therefore, getting enough sleep should be one of your top priorities Everyone has different experiences with sleep. Some people suffer from conditions that make it very difficult to go to sleep. Some people have issues staying asleep. Sleep deprivation can have devastating affects on your daily routine. Therefore, managing these symptoms is extremely important. In this article we are going to review some tips on getting a great night’s sleep. Put Away all Technology Technology has become ingrained in all aspects of our lives. It seems as though we spend the majority of our day staring into our screens. Some statistics report that we spend an average of 3-4 hours a day on our phones. Therefore, it... Read more →

“A Motown Christmas” Tickets Go On Sale Friday, Nov. 27 at 10 a.m. Atlantic City, N.J. (Nov. 24, 2020) – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City announced today that they will safely bring back live music this holiday season with Motor City Live’s “A Motown Christmas” featuring holiday classics. This holiday series will be hosted at Sound Waves and will run select dates from Friday, Dec. 11 through Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020. Tickets cost $29 and go on sale Friday, Nov. 27, and will be sold as individual tables of two and four seats to ensure social distancing. The series of shows will be held under strict “Safe + Sound” guidelines with attendees seated at appropriately distanced individual tables. Additional safety precautions will include temperature checks, one-way directed traffic patterns, decreased venue capacity, mandated facial coverings, and more. Motor City Live’s “A Motown Christmas” will feature renditions of holiday... Read more →

...for a garment brand (November 26, 2020)--The majority of business owners didn't see the COVID-19 coming! Also, the established organizations with more capital and human resources didn't have a crisis management system ready to fight this pandemic. When it comes to small business companies, you can imagine the challenge they underwent and are still suffering from trying to resume operations. One of the sectors adversely affected by the pandemic is the small business garment brands. People have slowed their purchase of garments and attires because they are afraid of the contamination rates. Here the small business companies dealing in garments need to come up with smart, cost-effective marketing ideas. Eric J Dalius on using Instagram The garment brands aren't in a stage to promote new products. Hence, it's smart to focus on the existing product range through social media posts. Eric J Dalius suggests that small business garment brands should... Read more →

Setting the Subsidy Table November 25, 2020 Being Thanksgiving week, we’re taking this opportunity to reflect on how Washington’s agriculture policy impacts your plate. For while the pandemic is leading many taxpayers to wrestle with how to safely celebrate the holiday, if at all, select agricultural special interests are gorging at taxpayers’ expense. If this feast of federal payments were a temporary response to the pandemic, it would have few ill effects. But the actions of industry and President Trump’s Department of Agriculture(USDA) make it clear they are looking to set their subsidy table for years to come. Main Course – The centerpiece of Washington’s crop subsidy cornucopia is the incredibly generous federal crop insurance program. Covering everything from corn to clams, crop insurance is projected to cost taxpayers $8 billion a year, though the price is often much more -- $12.3 billion as recently as last year. Costs pile... Read more →

The 2020-21 NJ Hunting and Trapping Digest is available on the Division's website in PDF format and on the publisher's website. Publisher's Online 2020-21 Hunting and Trapping Digest Print versions are available at license agents. Out-of-state residents ONLY can request a print copy by e-mailing [email protected]. Digest segments and past issues are available on the NJ Hunting and Trapping Digest PDF Segments page. Complete 2020-21 NJ Hunting and Trapping Digest (pdf, 10.0mb) NOTE: An error was identified in the print version of the Digest: The correct closing dates for the following zones in the Permit Bow Season are as follows: November 21, 2020: Zones 21, 23, 24, 34, 43, 45, 46 November 29, 2020: Zones 1, 3, 4, 18, 22, 26, 30, 55, 63, 65 This error has been corrected in the PDF version of the Digest available on this website. DIGEST SEGMENTS in PDF Format Past Issues of the... Read more →

(November 26, 2020)--With just a few short weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the fun, festive holiday season never seems long enough to fit in everything you want to see and do. From getting together with friends and loved ones to shopping and decorating, there's a lot to squeeze in and little time to do it. Looking to make the most of your holiday season? Here is the ultimate guide to planning the perfect Christmas season timeline. Book Holiday Travel Plans in Early December If you're traveling for the holidays, mark your calendars for the first week of December. That's when you should start watching flights if you want to get the best deal. Travel experts recommend booking any domestic flights two to three weeks before you plan to travel in order to get the best deal. Of course, if you need to fly at a certain time, consider booking further... Read more →

Important information from Congressman Donald Norcross... I am pleased to inform you that through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), eligible Medicare recipients will be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost as soon as it becomes available. The CMS is guaranteeing that all FDA approved COVID-19 vaccines will be covered under Medicare as a preventative medicine. Additionally, CMS will be expanding additional Medicare hospital payments to support Medicare patients' access to critical COVID-19 treatment therapies. More information on the CMS guidelines can be found here. For COVID-19 vaccine resources, click here. For COVID-19 billing information, click here. More information on coverage As a condition of receiving free COVID-19 vaccines from the federal government, providers will be prohibited from charging consumers for administration of the vaccine. To ensure broad and consistent coverage across programs and payers, the toolkits have specific information for several programs, including: Medicare:... Read more →

Pennsauken - Formerly of Camden. Passed away on November 17, 2020. Age 101. Born in Sterling, VA, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Lee, Sr. and Alma (Smith) Nokes. Arnetha is survived by many nieces and nephews. Arnetha retired after working many years at the Philadelphia Ship Yard in Philadelphia. She later worked as a crossing guard in Camden. Graveside services will be celebrated on Saturday, November 28th at 12 noon in Tippett’s Hill Cemetery in Sterling, VA. There will be no viewing. Mask is required and there will be Covid protocols in place. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Arnetha Jackson. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142 Read more →

November 25, 2020 If you’re doing online shopping this holiday season, be on the lookout for scammers trying to steal a deal, too! With more people shopping online this year, shoppers may encounter more online shopping scams. “Scammers don't take holidays off from swindling unsuspecting shoppers,” said Steven M. D’Antuono, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI Washington Field Office. “There are a variety of ways that fraudsters try to scam you during the holiday season, including through online shopping scams. As more people shop online this year, the FBI is asking the public to know the telltale signs of these scams and protect yourself and your financial information. The simplest tips can save you a lot of money: verify the legitimacy of websites before providing financial or personal information; if the deal from an unknown seller looks too good to be true it just may be a scam so... Read more →

(Gloucestercitynews.net)—Watching the sunset last week we were awestruck with the many colors that kept changing in the sky as the sun slipped behind the horizon. With all the turmoil in the world sometimes you just have to stop and appreciate what is happening around you. Looking at this scene you can see that God is still with us. Now take a deep breath, and think about all the good things you have to be thankful for in your life. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Bill and Connie Cleary Sr. Peyton too, Woof ! Read more →

New Jersey American Water provides tips for proper disposal of cooking grease to protect home plumbing and sewers from backups CAMDEN CITY, N.J. – NOV. 23, 2020 – As Thanksgiving approaches, New Jersey American Water is warning customers: do not let the FOG ruin your holiday! Fats, oils and grease (FOG) are a natural result of the cooking that will occur across New Jersey in the coming days. But failure to properly dispose of FOG could create a holiday to remember for all the wrong reasons. When washed down the drain, FOG can adhere to the insides of the pipes. Over time, this build up can cause clogs that lead to sewer overflows. In the worst cases, sewer backups may occur for homeowners, creating lasting memories of the holidays that you would probably prefer to forget. Neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can properly stop the FOG! “It’s not something... Read more →

By Christen Smith | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Pennsylvania officials banned alcohol sales at bars and restaurants on Thanksgiving Eve, traditionally one of the industry’s biggest nights of the year, as COVID-19 cases surge. The Department of Health said Monday nearly 12,000 new cases emerged over the last 48 hours as hospitalizations for the virus exceed 3,300. Another 69 people died, bringing the statewide total to 9,870 since the first recorded case in early March. And forbidding bars and restaurants from selling drinks between 5 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. Thursday will prevent more deaths, Gov. Tom Wolf said during a Monday news conference. He also advised residents to celebrate Thanksgiving with other household members only. The state-run Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores will remain open on Wednesday, Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board spokesperson Shawn Kelly said. “A number is not just a number," Wolf said. “It’s... Read more →

Samuel Wonacott / Ballotpedia via The Center Square Message board flashes mandatory face covering rule to motorists heading northbound on Interstate 25 near Woodmen Road exit Friday, July 24, 2020, in Colorado Springs, Colo. AP Photo/David Zalubowski Heading into Thanksgiving, 12 states plus the District of Columbia have active restrictions on travel intended to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Since the pandemic began, 26 states have issued restrictions on travel, and 14 have been rescinded. The states (plus D.C.) with active travel restrictions as of Nov. 23 are: Alaska Connecticut District of Columbia Hawaii Kansas Maine Massachusetts New Jersey New Mexico New York Pennsylvania Rhode Island Vermont All twelve states plus the District of Columbia require out-of-state travelers to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Some states, including Alaska, Massachusetts, and New York, allow travelers to avoid or reduce the length of the quarantine period if they can produce a... Read more →

Alcatraz East Crime Museum, located in Pigeon Forge, will focus on the anniversary of the end of Prohibition PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (November 24, 2020) – December 5th marks an anniversary that millions of adults in the United States appreciate. It is the anniversary of the end of Prohibition, which took place on December 5th, 1933. This year, Alcatraz East Crime Museum will host its inaugural event that will include prizes and a discounted admission for those wearing Roaring '20s attire. The event will take place on the anniversary date from 5 pm - closing. "The prohibition period is something that many people are interested in," says Candice Cook, director of operations at Alcatraz East Crime Museum. "We look forward to giving people an opportunity to learn about the Prohibition and have some fun while doing so." The Prohibition was when alcohol production and consumption were banned, creating the 18th Amendment... Read more →

TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and New Jersey State Police Superintendent Colonel Patrick J. Callahan today announced that a man was arrested on human trafficking charges for allegedly prostituting a 16-year-old girl at a hotel in Trenton, N.J. Ronald D. Harris, 40, of Trenton, N.J., was arrested at his residence on Thursday, Nov. 19, by the New Jersey State Police and charged with the following offenses: Human Trafficking (1st degree), Facilitating Human Trafficking (2nd degree), Promoting Prostitution of a Minor (1st degree), Promoting Organized Street Crime (1st degree), Harris was charged in an investigation by the New Jersey State Police. He is being prosecuted by the Division of Criminal Justice Human Trafficking Unit. The human trafficking investigation stemmed from an earlier investigation by the New Jersey State Police, Trenton Police Department, Ewing Police Department, and Hamilton Police Department, which led to Harris’ arrest on weapons charges in July.... Read more →

The DEP has expanded its offshore artificial reef program by adding concrete forms into the ocean off Manasquan. The concrete is from a shipping terminal and was no longer needed. The DEP has said that these materials provide a habitat for a variety of marine life and are colonized by organisms like algae, barnacles, mussels, sea stars, crabs, sponges, and corals. In reality, the DEP is not looking at science before making potentially harmful decisions. Gloucestercitynews.net files “DEP’s expansion of their artificial reef program may have benefits in increasing fisheries. However, we’re concerned that it may not be a net sum gain because even though they attract fish, they also attract fishermen. This could cause overfishing and the depletion of our oceans. Fifteen years ago, DEP was supposed to complete a study to see how these reefs actually work but that study has never been done,” said Jeff Tittel, Director... Read more →

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PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney William M. McSwain announced that three City of Philadelphia employees who worked in the Revenue Department were charged with soliciting and accepting bribes in connection with their Gloucestercitynews.net files employment. All three were charged with one count of federal program bribery. Jarredd McQueen, 50, of Philadelphia, PA, was charged by Information. He was employed as a Customer Collection Representative for the City of Philadelphia’s Revenue Department when he allegedly accepted $9,000 of bribes in connection with his work. McQueen’s alleged criminal conduct began in May of 2018 and ended in November of 2018. He resigned from his employment on July 17, 2020. Demarys Natal, 56, of Philadelphia, PA, was also charged by Information. She was employed as a Customer Collection Representative for the City of Philadelphia’s Revenue Department when she allegedly accepted $26,600 of bribes in connection with her work. Natal’s alleged criminal conduct began... Read more →

November 23, 2020 Alexandria, Va. – With the pandemic keeping people sheltering at home, more people are extending their outdoor time in the winter by adding fire pits, outdoor heaters and other features. Even in the wintertime, it’s important to take care of your yard. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, an international trade association representing power equipment, small engine, portable generator, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, offers tips to keep your yard in top shape for winter use. Stop trimming your lawn once it freezes. Trim your grass to the height recommended for your lawn variety before it freezes. Cutting your grass too short can leave it dry and exposes it to the elements, not to mention insects and disease. Add a thin layer of mulch to your lawn before it’s too cold. A thin layer of mulch can protect your grass roots from... Read more →

Published November 23, 2020 Photography by Nick Romanenko While an undergraduate majoring in political science at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Fabiana Pierre-Louis came to realize belatedly that she wanted to be a lawyer. She then attended Rutgers Law School in Camden, graduating magna cum laude. Yet, Pierre-Louis RC’02, CLAW’06 never expected that her ambition and talent would land her on the New Jersey Supreme Court as only the third African American and the first African American woman. “Justice cannot be blind if those who sit on our highest and most powerful bench are surrounded by colleagues who encompass the full range of the American experience, whether it be racially or generationally or both,” said New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy during his announcement of her nomination at a press conference in June. “We are making a powerful statement of where and how these values guide us.” Pierre-Louis, the daughter of Haitian immigrants... Read more →

Louisa German Shepherd Dog Large Adult Female Available for Adoption Matawan, NJ 15 miles away Organization Contact Info: Husky House 391 Rt 34 Matawan, NJ 07747 [email protected] http://huskyhouse.org Meet Louisa. Louisa is looking for her loving forever home. An owner surrender, she is an even tempered girl. She gets along well with other dogs her size. She is friendly, affectionate and enjoys going for walks. She can be a little strong on the leash at first, but soon settles to enjoy a nice stroll. Louisa gets along well with male dogs, but can be particular with females. Please no homes with young/small children, small animals, small dogs or cats. Previous dog experience a must to be considered for adoption. Interested in adopting Louisa? Please visit www.huskyhouse.org today to fill out an application. More about Louisa Up-to-date with vaccinations Not good with cats Good with dogs Available date: 3/17/2017 Birth date:... Read more →

By Greg Palast 22 November 2020 For those of you who wanted to see Donald Trump skedaddled from the White House, this is the week you should be celebrating Thanksgiving Gloucestercitynews.net files giving thanks to Indigenous peoples for giving Biden the White House. The Native People's vote provided the margin for Biden in Wisconsin, Nevada, and Arizona. In Arizona, for example, the Tohono O'odham nation voted 98% Democratic! If it were up to White folk, Trump would've walked away with Arizona, but Indigenous precincts in Navajo Nation lands reported a 60% to 90% vote for Biden-Harris. The Indigenous vote has been crucial before. In 2004, Native Nations gave John Kerry the votes he needed to win New Mexico and the presidency, but Kerry was never inaugurated…Because those native votes were never counted. That's right. Never counted. Not counted. That's right. The nasty little secret of America's elections is that we... Read more →

Image source: kaxmedia.com The common reception of all casino games and gambling as a whole can be described as follows: this is a perfect recipe to lose your money. While in most cases, people do lose cash when playing, this is not a general rule. It is true that casinos have a serious advantage over players. However, it is still possible to win. Just think about it – would millions of gamblers play games if there were no chances to get cash? The chance is always on the horizon and this is exactly the reason why people find gambling interesting. Another myth about casino games is that they are all about luck: you can win occasionally, but there are no algorithms that increase your chances. This is not true either. While luck is definitely an integral part of a successful game, there are things that improve players’ chances of winning.... Read more →

For Not Social Distancing, Not Staying at Home, For Not Wearing Masks Two unidentified women verbally attack NJ Governor Murphy why he and his family were out at a restaurant having diner. 'You're having fun with your family, in the meantime you're having all kind of other bulls**t going on! reports The Blaze In the clip the women appear to recognize Murphy as he sits at a table in the middle of a meal. It isn't clear when or where the video was recorded, but it was posted to Twitter Sunday night. "Oh my God, Murphy, you are such a d**k!" one woman says as the governor turns his head back to his forkful of food. CONTINUE Warning video contains harsh language source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WyMTRHZg6Q Read more →

Two Jefferson Health - New Jersey nurses — Jeong Kim, MBA, BSN, RN, PCCN, of Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital Tower 2, and Melissa Slotterback, BSN, RN, CEN, CPEN, of the Jefferson Washington Township Hospital Emergency Department — have received third-quarter 2020 DAISY Awards for extraordinary care. Part of an international program, DAISY honorees are nominated by patients, family members, and colleagues for demonstrating excellence through clinical expertise, extraordinary compassionate care, and a high level of professionalism. Jeong Kim, of Maple Shade, NJ, was nominated for her extraordinary care of a patient who said they have “never met anyone so comforting and compassionate … Jeong is just fantastic!” Not only did Jeong go out of her way to ensure the patient would be comfortable and able to sleep, she also gave them a small gift of a good luck gift (a four-leaf clover pressed between two sheets of plastic), with a... Read more →

The 11th annual Tree of Lights event – which gives area residents the opportunity to honor, remember, and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have battled cancer – will be held virtually this year at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Washington Township on December 2nd. Registration for the free event is now open. The 11th annual Tree of Lights event, which begins at 5 p.m. — will include a tree lighting ceremony, where honorees’ names are recited aloud. Community members are also invited to honor their loved one by sharing a photo and short message about them. To register, visit NewJersey.JeffersonHealth.org/TOL. For more information about the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Washington Township, visit NewJersey.JeffersonHealth.org/cancer. During the COVID-19 crisis, the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Washington Township continues to provide safe and nationally recognized care, close to home in South Jersey. As an innovative leader, the advanced care... Read more →

West Deptford MVC Center Closed, Wayne MVC Center Closure Extended TRENTON – The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission has announced that the West Deptford Regional/Licensing Center has been closed, due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19, and the current closure of the Wayne Licensing Center has been extended. The West Deptford Regional/Licensing Center will reopen Thursday, Dec. 3. The employee who tested positive was last in the West Deptford Center on Wednesday, Nov. 18. The closure of the Wayne Licensing Center has been extended to Friday, Dec. 4, as an additional Wayne employee tested positive for COVID-19, requiring a revised timetable for necessary staff quarantines. Road test operations and inspection stations remain open at West Deptford and Wayne, as those facilities are separate from both MVC Centers. In addition to West Deptford and Wayne, six other MVC Centers remain closed due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19 at... Read more →

(November 24, 2020)--This year has been an exceptionally hard one all around. Large numbers of businesses have been forced to close for an extended period of time due to lockdowns and other restrictions across the globe. Local businesses, in particular, have suffered as they don't have the same infrastructure as global companies. While governments are trying to help out, you can help too. Buy now, use later For many stores and local businesses, opening soon is not an option. With many places still facing strict lockdowns, it's not even possible for you to buy anything from them, depending on the type of business they run. However, there are options for them and you. For instance, you can purchase credit or gift cards for use at a later date once they can reopen. This can work for a range of different businesses, from flower shops, spas, and hair salons to more... Read more →

COLLEEN O'DEA, SENIOR WRITER | NOVEMBER 20, 2020 | NJ DECIDES 2020 In-person voting was easy for some people, not for others. In many counties, about half the usual polling sites were open. One county opened only a quarter Editor’s Note: This coverage is made possible through Votebeat, a nonpartisan reporting project covering local election integrity and voting access. The article is available for reprint under the terms of Votebeat’s republishing policy. New Jerseyans who voted in person on Election Day had many fewer choices of where to vote than in the past, with one county opening only a quarter of the typical number of locations despite Gov. Phil Murphy’s request that counties provide at least half their normal polling places. Thousands of New Jerseyans had to travel long distances to vote on Nov. 3, according to an analysis by NJ Spotlight News. Washington Township in Gloucester County consolidated 13... Read more →

‍Over 90% of world trade is in the hands of the international maritime shipping industry. Every year, it moves more than USD 4 trillion of goods. For shipping companies, there’s a lot of pressure to remain on schedule, protect the cargo ship and crew, and ensure profitability. And we can’t say it’s easy. This interactive map of the world’s main shipping routes provides a glimpse of the industry’s complexity. 90,000 vessels cross paths as they transport goods from one continent to another! Created by London-based data visualisation studio Kiln and the UCL Energy Institute It’s clear from this map that the maritime industry involves an intricate system of transportation. To complicate things, ports and vessels are also subject to the forces of nature, which are becoming harder and harder to predict. Thus, shipping companies must be able to adapt to changing situations and act fast. We believe that with real-time... Read more →

(November 24, 2020)--Online bingo sites are doing their utmost to attract as wide a range of players as possible by offering a totally new experience online. The game has tried to shed its past image, when it used to be associated mainly with the elderly. Now, internet bingo sites are bringing in much wider demographics because of the diversity of games on offer. The main ways that bingo operators have done this have been through offering themed bingo rooms and alternative instant win games. Fishing Themes Bingo operators online are not limited to locality and, therefore, can try to appeal to players from different places all over the world. In order to do this, they have to provide a vast range of games that are going to appeal to different people. The easiest way for them to do this is with their themed instant win games, such as scratch cards.... Read more →

By: Mark Spencer About the Author: Mark is the owner and director of True Blue Fishing company and a passionate deep sea fisher. He has a wealth of experience about the wonders of fishing. He aims to share his years of expertise to enhance the experience of those seeking fun and knowledge in this type of adventure. While fishing for species like snapper, grouper, or marlin can be an exhilarating experience, deep-sea fishing can sometimes be a tricky business. Knowing where certain species tend to hang out and what types of bait each prefers can help you improve your odds tremendously. In order to maximize your chances, here are five tips to help you go deep-sea fishing like a pro: 1) Picking the Right Bait and Lures Except under some very specific circumstances, live bait is typically the best choice. Live bait doesn’t just mimic the fish’s prey, it is... Read more →

Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) associates at the new store located at 409 Almonesson Road in Deptford, New Jersey celebrate the grand-opening of the company’s 144th store. Discount Retailer Opens 5th New Jersey Store in Vacant Toys “R” Us Location North Kingstown, RI - (November 23, 2020) – Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), a leading discount closeout retailer headquartered in Rhode Island with stores throughout New England, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, opened its 144th store, its fifth in New Jersey and first in Southern New Jersey at 409 Almonesson Road, Deptford on Saturday, November 21. This 44,165 sq. ft. location, a former Toys “R” Us, restores vibrancy to the formerly-vacant retail space across from the Deptford Mall that is currently being redeveloped. Nearly 50 full and part-time associates have been hired for the store. “We’re excited to open our doors to the Deptford community,” said Vincent Ricci, Store... Read more →

By Delphine Luneau | The Center Square (The Center Square) – On the heels of its federal lawsuit being dismissed, the Trump campaign has filed an appeal to try once again to overturn the results of the presidential election in Pennsylvania. The case was thrown out Saturday by U.S. District Judge Matthew Brann, but the campaign turned to the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals to try to resurrect their case, asking for a chance to amend their lawsuit. Brann allowed the campaign to alter the lawsuit once, and that resulted in a number of election fraud allegations being removed. After this drew the ire of President Donald Trump, his attorneys tried to have the allegations added back in, but Brann declined to allow it. In dismissing the lawsuit, Brann stated that it sought to combine incompatible legal theories, failed to prove that the parties being sued were to blame for... Read more →

(November 24, 2020)--It is necessary to choose the right roof for your home or office property. However, choosing a structure that best fits your property is not an easy task; this is where a renowned name like Benchmark Metal Roofing comes into the picture. There are certain factors that you need to consider before you buy a metal roof for your property. What should you know about metal roofs? What makes a metal roof the right choice? Things to know before you invest in a metal roof Before you buy a metal roof, you should know your dislikes and likes and precise roof specifications. Learn minute details about your home attributes too. It will help you choose an appropriate roof material to choose a metal roof that will look appealing to you. Define your budget When choosing a roof for your property, you must become realistic in terms of budget.... Read more →

By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Gov. Phil Murphy is extending election certification deadlines to account for coronavirus outbreaks, but he remains hopeful that a vaccine will arrive in New Jersey by late December. New Jersey is seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases. Hospitalizations are at a record high for the past six months and health officials have reported more between 3,600 and 4,300 new cases each day for the past three days, according to statistics from the New Jersey Department of Health. As of Friday, 2,505 people are in the hospital with COVID-19 and 233 of them are on ventilators. Three hundred and thirty-three patients were admitted on Thursday. Murphy said at his Friday news conference the situation was different from the early days of the pandemic. “We have a testing program in place that is working overtime,” Murphy said. “We have the resources... Read more →

Hindus are seeking public holiday in New Jersey on Diwali, the most popular of their festivals; starting 2022. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that it was not fair with New Jersey Hindu community as they had to be at work on their most popular festival while there were public holidays on other religious days. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, suggested that New Jersey Government needed to revisit its public holiday policies as the New Jersey demographics had changed making it a multicultural society and Hindu populations were continuing to grow. He urged New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to seriously examine this issue of fairness. New Jersey had 12 State Holidays in 2020; including Good Friday, Christmas Day, etc. Rajan Zed stated that it was important for Hindu families to celebrate Diwali day together at home/temple. Public holiday on Diwali would... Read more →

By Dave Fidlin | The Center Square (The Center Square) – With critiques of timeliness and manner of reporting data, New Jersey ranked toward the bottom of an organization’s recent study of how states across the country report financial data. Gloucestercitynews.net files Chicago-based nonprofit Truth in Accounting recently took the wraps off its 2020 report of states’ financial transparency scores. In it, New Jersey tied for No. 42 with a score of 74 out of 100 possible points. Truth in Accounting, which touts itself as a watchdog group over government spending, took aim at several aspects of New Jersey’s most recent year-end audited financial statements — including the length of time it took to disseminate the information with the general public. “The state received a low score mostly because it didn’t release its audited financial report until 274 days after its fiscal year-end,” Sheila Weinberg, CEO and founder of Truth... Read more →

Hirsh Singh comes down strongly on Chris Christie’s attack on Trump TRENTON, NJ--Gubernatorial candidate Hirsh Singh, who has vowed to overhaul the election system in New Jersey and make it more transparent, has come down strongly on the attack by former Governor Chris Christie against President Trump over the weekend. Christie wanted Trump to end the lawsuits opposing election fraud and called his legal team a national embarrassment. “It is Chris Christie who is a national embarrassment,” said Singh. “The New Jersey swamp creatures who have been pretending to be pro-America have shown their true colors and have attacked President Trump when he needs our support the most as he takes on the perpetrators of electoral fraud. Christie is angling to run for President in 2024, and in his cynical calculations, it would be better if Trump is completely out of the way and a Democrat administration in power before... Read more →

NJ Licenses/IDs Go to Central Issuance; Joint Project With Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness TRENTON – As part of a long-planned security upgrade, NJMVC is rolling out a new license design with modern security features, issued centrally from a secure production facility. Central Issuance is industry best practice, providing greater fraud protection and security for individuals’ personal information and protecting them from identity theft. At least 27 states already have a practice of Central Issuance. What this means for the customer: Licenses will no longer be printed at Licensing Centers while you wait, but will be mailed to you. You will be given an interim license at the Center. The current printers, which are outdated, frequently overheat, and break down, will be removed from the Centers. Your transaction will be quicker and more efficient, getting you in and out of the Center in less time. “My Office is honored... Read more →

Cape May Court House, New Jersey – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Chief Christopher Leusner of the Middle Township Police Gloucestercitynews.net files Department announce the arrest of 28-year-old Christopher Eggermont, a resident of Middle Township. On October 28, 2020, Eggermont was charged with one count (1) of Aggravated Sexual Assault, a crime of the first-degree, one (1) count of Sexual Assault, a crime of the second-degree, three (3) counts of Criminal Sexual Contact, a crime of the fourth-degree, and one (1) count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a crime of the second-degree. * These charges were a result of an investigation conducted by the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit and Detectives from the Middle Township Police Department involving the alleged sexual assault of a juvenile victim. On October 29, 2020, Eggermont was arrested and processed on the above listed charges and is... Read more →

Closure Required For Overhead Sign Gantry Installation The Walt Whitman Bridge is scheduled to close to all traffic for approximately five hours overnight beginning at 11 p.m. on Monday, November 23, 2020. Please note, smaller on-ramps to the bridge will begin closing after 10 p.m. in advance of the full closure. The closure is necessary for the installation of a new overhead sign gantry structure which spans across all lanes on the Walt Whitman Bridge. The bridge will close at 11 p.m. on Monday, November 23 and will reopen at approximately 4 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24. Motorists are advised to use nearby Ben Franklin Bridge or the Commodore Barry Bridge as alternatives during the closure. Variable message signs across the region will advise motorists about the closure and detours. Detour Information for I-76: Motorists traveling on I-76 W towards Pennsylvania: All I-76 W traffic on the New Jersey side... Read more →

AUDUBON, NJ--Local female entrepreneur Jessica Wilson opened her business, Crafty Couture DIY Chalk Studio and More!, 102 Wyoming Avenue, on Saturday, Nov. 21. Jessica is excited to introduce people to the world of chalk painting; “My desire is to make my customers feel like they’re stopping by for a cup of coffee in my living room. I want them to have lots of fun making beautiful things with me.” The store features unique decorative items and Chalk Couture projects for sale. Customers will be able to come in small, socially distant groups for Make and Take Classes. Potential projects will be both seasonal and general to appeal to every taste. More details, classes schedule and the digital storefront are available on the website http://www.craftycouturediystudio.com. Store hours: Monday-Thursday 10am - 6pm. Friday 11am-7pm. Saturday 10am-3pm, Closed Sunday. Class times will be Tuesday and Thursday, 6pm-7:30pm and Saturday 3pm-4:30pm. Class sizes will... Read more →

(November 23, 2020)- Sidney Powell issues statement after Giuliani announces she is not part of Trump’s legal Team | NTD RELATED: IT AIN'T OVER TILL IT'S OVER CNBNews Oct./Nov. 2020 Cheers and Jeers Great Newspaper, The Epoch Times Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ - (November 19, 2020) - Acenda is hosting its annual Spirit of the Holidays Toy Drive virtually through December 4. Covid-19 has caused daily challenges for children, families, and communities throughout New Jersey. Acenda hopes to make this holiday season a little brighter for families greatly impacted by the pandemic. “For the past two decades, our local community has helped us bring joy to thousands of children served by Acenda through our annual toy drive,” said Mari Considine, Chief Development & Marketing Officer, Acenda. “Keeping the health and safety of the Acenda community top of mind, this year’s Spirit of the Holidays will be held virtually, but that won’t stop us from spreading the magic of the season with children and families throughout New Jersey.” In support of no-contact deliveries, Acenda is asking donors to purchase gifts online and have them shipped to our Glassboro headquarters. Shopping registries... Read more →

TRENTON – New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission customers are advised that all MVC facilities, including Licensing and Vehicle Centers, Regional Service Centers, road testing sites, and inspection stations, will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2020, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular business hours will be in effect for the rest of the week at all facilities. Specifically, MVC facilities will be open for regular business on Friday, November 27, and Saturday, November 28 (unless closed due to COVID-19). Regular Agency hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Regular Vehicle Inspection Station hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. - Noon Customers should visit NJMVC.gov to find up-to-date information on MVC operations and locations, complete all available online transactions, and schedule appointments for registration/title services, license renewals, out-of-state transfers, and driver testing. Read more →

DELRAN, NJ (November 23, 2020)--On behalf of the Office of Mayor Ken Paris, the Township Administration, Delran Township Police Department and all Delran Township Public Schools we are calling to advise residents to make necessary precautions during the holiday season to protect themselves, their families and the Township against the virus that causes COVID-19. Overall the Township has reported 591 cases, with more than half coming within the last 80 calendar days. During the holiday season we ask that each resident consider the following recommendations to preserve their own health: Stay home when you are sick Avoid/Limit interactions with people that are sick Wear a face mask when leaving your home Practice social distancing by staying 6 feet apart Avoid gatherings that extend outside of your family circle. By limiting close contact with individuals outside your home you will lower the risk of transmitting COVID-19. Individuals with COVID-19 may not... Read more →