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November 2022

Good News:TCNJ's AmIOK Program Receives $1 million VOCA Grant

EWING, NJ December 1, 2022 – The newly rebranded School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) today announced its trauma-informed campus initiative, AmIOK, has been awarded another $1 million Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant to expand to other colleges in the Mercer County, NJ area. “We’re expanding services provided by the AmIOK program to other colleges to share our work with higher education institutions that might not... Read more →


Guest Opinion: Christmas Movies To Avoid

Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on Christmas movies that would be good to avoid: Most Christmas movies are endearing, if somewhat simple, but hardly a year goes by without some studio offering some really slimy fare. This year is no exception. CNBNews graphic file Playing off of “Silent Night,” Universal Pictures is bringing out “Violent Night” on December 2. The plot involves Santa Claus seeking to rescue a family from mercenaries. Santa is anything... Read more →


Game-Changing Tech Used for Evaluating User Experience in Online Casinos: Top Three Tech Trends

Industries are always looking to draw and retain more consumers, usually by analyzing and improving user experience. Manufacturing companies, for example, conduct customer surveys to find out how their products are being perceived by their customers and make necessary improvements. The online casino industry is no different. In recent years, the market has turned to technology to evaluate user experience on online casino sites and increase consumer engagement and loyalty. Here is a look at... Read more →


Man Tried to Pass a Counterfeit $20 in Gloucester Twp.

The pictured heavy-set black male wearing light blue zip-up hoody entered the Family Dollar on the Black Horse Pike at 8 PM on Tuesday, November 22nd and attempted to use counterfeit $20 bills to load funds to his CashApp card. The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival. If you can identify the suspect in the photos call the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500, or call our GTPD Anonymous Crime Tip Line: 856-842-5560.... Read more →


Camden County Announces Code Blue Advisory Wednesday Night into Friday Mornight

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services, advises municipalities that the region will be under a Code Blue Advisory Wednesday evening into the morning of Friday, Dec. 2. The Health Officer has issued the Code Blue advisory for Camden County effective from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., beginning Nov. 30 and ending the morning of Dec. 2. Temperatures during the code blue will drop... Read more →


CC Board of Commissioners to Honor Seven Veterans

OAKLYN, NJ (November 30, 2022)--Veterans and their families will join the Board of Commissioners and other local officials for a ceremony where seven veterans will be honored with the Camden County Military Services Medals. Commissioner and Gold Star mother, Melinda Kane, liaison to the county’s Office of Veterans Affairs, talked about the importance of the ceremony for the municipality. “These men and women have displayed true bravery and patriotism; for that, they deserved to be... Read more →


What is dice crypto and how does it work?

Dice crypto is a type of encryption that uses random numbers to create encrypted text. This text can only be read by someone who has the corresponding decryption key. This makes it a very secure form of encryption, as even if someone manages to get their hands on the encrypted text, they won't be able to read it without the key. How to buy dice crypto? Cryptocurrencies are digital or virtual tokens that use cryptography... Read more →


Kanji Noodle Bar Grand Opening in Piscataway

New Noodles in New Jersey Kanji Noodle Bar in Piscataway, NJ, Feeding First Responders and Hospital Workers During a Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, December 8. PISCATAWAY, NJ--Kanji Noodle Bar is planning a Grand Opening celebration at 1326 Centennial Ave. in the Piscataway Town Center in Piscataway, New Jersey, on Thursday, December 8th at 4 p.m. The company is hoping to feed more than 100 first responders and hospital workers during the festivities. The 2,800-square-foot... Read more →


How to Play at a Mobile Bitcoin Casino

The first thing you need to do is find a reputable mobile bitcoin casino. Once you have done that, you will need to create an account and then deposit some bitcoins into that account. After that, you can start playing your favorite casino games. Most of the games at mobile bitcoin casinos are the same as the ones you would find at regular online casinos, but there are some that are specifically designed for mobile... Read more →


Samaritan's 2023 Celebration of Life Gala, Feb. 11

Mt. Laurel, NJ – Samaritan announced it will hold its annual Celebration of Life Gala, presented by Holman Enterprises, on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Cherry Hill, N.J. This marks the return to an in-person format for the annual fundraising event, which celebrates Samaritan’s 40+ years of providing quality, compassionate care to more than 11,000 families annually throughout Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer counties. “We are... Read more →


Christopher Lamont Stimpson, Jr., 24, of Greensboro, NC, Sentenced to Prison for Stealing Puppies from Lancaster

PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Christopher Lamont Stimpson, Jr., 24, of Greensboro, North Carolina, was sentenced to six years and six months in prison, three years of supervised release and ordered to pay $1,660 in restitution by United States District Court Judge Edward G. Smith for robbing a Lancaster County puppy breeder and his family at gunpoint in order to steal five French Bulldog puppies in October 2020. In April... Read more →


Delaware's Hunting /Trapping Seasons Open in December

Additional Delaware hunting and trapping seasons are set to open in December, including a special antlerless deer season, which opens on Dec. 10 and extends through Dec. 18, and multiple furbearer trapping seasons opening Dec. 1, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today. Duck, Canada goose, woodcock, snipe and other hunting seasons also open during the month. Archery and crossbow hunters are reminded that they are not allowed to harvest antlered... Read more →


The Carbon Footprint of Qatar's Massive $220B FIFA World Cup

Michael Fisher I TradingPedia Since Qatar won the bid in 2010 to host the FIFA 2022 World Cup, the country has been busy preparing for the prestigious event set to kick off on November 20. The World Cup, which will see 32 national teams compete, starting with a match between Qatar and Ecuador, will attract some 1.5 million visitors to the tiny desert country. The tournament is expected to bring $4.5 billion in revenue (for... Read more →


Kathryn Lillian Weist, of Mt. Ephraim, 30 year Gloucester City School Bus Driver

Kathryn Lillian Weist, age 90 of Mount Ephraim, NJ, passed away November 24, 2022. Kathryn was the wife of the late James Weist, Sr. She was born in Mount Ephraim to the late Henry Mingle, Sr, and Mary (Adleton) Mingle. Kathryn worked as a school bus driver for over 30 years. Those who rode her bus from the Gloucester City School District will remember her as "Miss Kate." We have been blessed with the presence... Read more →


Stephen Bennett, 46, of Berlin NJ Found Guilty

Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison for Defrauding COVID-19 Relief Programs and Illegally Possessing a Firearm CAMDEN, N.J. – A Camden County, New Jersey, resident was sentenced to 41 months in prison for his role in fraudulently obtaining Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) benefits, fraudulently obtaining unemployment benefits, and illegally possessing a firearm, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Stephen Bennett, 46, of Berlin, New Jersey, previously pleaded guilty... Read more →


CNB Guest Opinion: Parents Give Disney A Wake-Up Call

November 29, 2022 Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on Disney’s latest box office failure: The most common word used by reviewers of Disney’s new film, “Strange World,” was “bombs.” Disney expected to bring in $30 to $40 million over Thanksgiving weekend but netted only $18.6 million. That’s pretty bad considering it cost $180 million to make the flick. It is expected to cost Disney $100 million when the final numbers are posted. The Wrap... Read more →


Animal Protection Organizations Take Legal Action to Stop NJ Bear Hunt

TRENTON, New Jersey (Nov. 29, 2022) ─ Today, a coalition of state and national animal protection groups, including the Animal Protection League of New Jersey, the Humane Society of the United States, and Friends of Animals, launched an emergency court challenge to the black bear trophy hunt that is scheduled to begin Dec. 5. The hunt was authorized by the New Jersey Fish and Game Council earlier this month. Hunt clubs nominate six of the... Read more →


Clifford Luther, age 97, of Voorhees formerly of Camden City; Retired Truck Driver

On November 15, 2022. Age 97. Of Voorhees Township and formerly of Camden City. Beloved and cherished Godfather of Gary Waldo of Glassboro and his wife and children. Clifford was born in Aiken, South Carolina, and lived in Camden City before recently residing in Voorhees Township until his passing. He worked as a truck driver for Brass Elegans Inc. in Cherry Hill. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Clifford's graveside service and burial... Read more →


Proprietors Park Now Has Free Public WiFi; Coming Soon Video/Recording of Public Meetings

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 29, 2022)(CNBnews)--Mayor Baile and City Council are pleased to announce that we have installed free public WiFi at Proprietors Park. This project is completed as part of our Community Development Block Grant COVID funding. Other projects will include installing video and recording technology in the Courtroom to record public meetings and providing monitors in senior buildings for improved public engagement. The funding of $370,764 will also provide grants to City businesses... Read more →


UK Looking To Upgrade Cannabis To Class A: Is It The Right Thing To Do?

For much of the world, there’s been a progressive nature to the legalization, regulation and production of cannabis, with many countries around the world have changed their stance to be more liberal when it comes to the consumption of the drug. However, reports coming out of the UK are bucking that trend, with senior figures in the government and police pushing forward recommendations that cannabis shouldn’t be legalized, but actually bumped up to a Class... Read more →


Camden County NJ Most Wanted: Seven of the Twelve Suspects Wanted for Sexual Assault

Kendall Almanzar...charge of 1st-degree Narcotics SUBMIT TIPVIEW FLYER... Christopher Tompkins... 1st-degree Narcotics Distribution. SUBMIT TIPVIEW FLYER... Cesar Abreu... 1st-degree Narcotics and Weapons c h a r g e s SUBMIT TIPVIEW FLYER Cesar Sanchez... 1st-degree Narcotics and Weapons c h a r g e s SUBMIT TIPVIEW FLYER... Asdrubal Rodriguez...charge of 1st degree Aggravated Sexual Assault on a minor child SUBMIT TIPVIEW FLYER Jose Paniagua...1st degree Aggravated Sexual Assault of a minor child SUBMIT TIPVIEW... Read more →


Holiday Bazaar in Camden City, Saturday, Dec. 3

CAMDEN CITY NJ --Join Camden Special Services District and Idea Center For The Arts on December 3rd for a Holiday Bazaar with vendors and live music. For more info, visit Eventbrite: https://eventbrite.com/e/holiday-bazaar-tickets-471188095277 Read more →


Camden City Fugitive Captured in Dominican Republic

Camden CITY, NJ- A fugitive wanted in Camden on narcotics charges since November 2018 has been apprehended in the Dominican Republic by the U.S. Marshals Service and returned to Camden City, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay. On May 16, 2018, Kendall Almanzar, 37, of Camden City was arrested by detectives of the Narcotics Unit of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office. He was charged with first-degree Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine, 3rd-degree Possession... Read more →


GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC'S ANNUAL BASKET AUCTION SET FOR APRIL 20, 2023

Gloucester Catholic's 17th Annual Basket Auction Set for April 20, 2023: Please Support Our Fundraiser for Ram Students! GCHS is so excited to announce the 17th Annual Maroon & Gold Basket Auction on April 20th, 2023. This fundraiser solely benefits the students of Gloucester Catholic Junior Senior High School. We need your help, and no gift/contribution is too small. We have set up an easy sign-up with a variety of options. Once you decide on... Read more →


How to Incorporate Poker Cheat Sheet Into Your Game

A poker cheat sheet is a handy tool for players of all levels. They provide essential information on hand rankings, pot odds, and other key concepts that can help you make better decisions at the table. A cheat sheet can be a great starting point for learning the game if you're new to poker. Even experienced players can benefit from having a reminder of key concepts. Here are 10 ways you can use a poker... Read more →


Camden County Identifies 447 COVID-19 CASES

447 new cases were identified between 11/23 to 11/28 (Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Department of Health is announcing 346 new positive cases of COVID-19 between Wednesday, November 23 and Monday, November 28Additionally, there were 101 cases detected through antigen testing, bringing the total number of cases 447. The aggregate number of confirmed positive cases in Camden County to 130,521 and 1,739 total fatalities. The outcomes from these antigen tests, unlike the results... Read more →


Cooper University Health Care’s Credit Rating Upgraded

Cooper University Health Care Credit Rating Improves to “A-“ Its Highest Rating (CAMDEN CITY, NJ) (CNBNEWSNET)– Cooper University Health Care’s credit rating for bonds issued by Camden County Improvement Authority was upgraded by S&P Global Ratings (S&P) to an “A-“ from “BBB+.” Cooper’s new credit rating is the highest it has been in its 135-year history. “This upgrade speaks to the remarkable turnaround Cooper University Health Care has made from near bankruptcy at the turn... Read more →


Raul R. Tamayo, 54, of Lindenwold

Lindenwold - On November 24, 2022. Age 54. Born in Manila, Phillipines, he was the son of the late Jose Tamayo and is survived by his mother Ligaya R. Tamayo. Raul is also survived by his devoted children, Jhea Tamayo, Krissia Tamayo, Ian Tamayo; loving wife, Jeannie Tamayo; brothers, Roel Tamayo, Rene Tamayo; sister, Jocelyn Shapiro; many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be celebrated on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 12:00... Read more →


CNB Business News: KOP Grill & Tavern Launches Winter Menu

Featuring Comfort Foods & ‘Winter Warmer’ Cocktails on National Comfort Food Day, December 5th KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (CNBNewsnet)--Chef Daniel Waller of KOP Grill & Tavern is introducing a winter menu, focused on foods that are known to be comforting during the colder months to celebrate National Comfort Food Day, Monday, December 5th. The seasonal menu will feature Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes ($24), Homemade Meatloaf with Mash Potatoes and Green Beans topped with Brown... Read more →


Camden County Authorities Investigating Camden Homicide

Camden CITY NJ (November 28, 2022)--- Detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a 41-year-old man on Friday evening in Camden, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. On Friday, November 25, 2022, at approximately 6:46 p.m., Camden County Police received a 911 call with a report of a person shot at the 1100 block of Princess Avenue in Camden. Officers arrived at the scene and located a... Read more →


CODE BLUE ISSUED BY CAMDEN COUNTY HEALTH DEPT.

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services, advises municipalities that the region will be under a Code Blue Advisory Monday evening into the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 29. The Health Officer has issued the Code Blue advisory for Camden County effective from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., beginning November 28 and ending the morning of November 29. Temperatures during the code blue will drop... Read more →


IT'S BACK! Cranford's Home for the Holidays House Tour

CRANFORD, NJ --Cranford’s Annual Home for the Holidays House Tour is back. The self-directed tour features five beautiful homes lovingly decorated for the holidays, on Sunday, December 4 - from 12 to 4 pm. Attendees will be guided through each home, where volunteers share information on the special details of each one. “The club is excited to bring the House Tour back as an important fundraiser for scholarships and for Project Home. The Tour is... Read more →


YOUR MONEY: How Much Has Organic Recycling Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Cost Gloucester City Taxpayers?

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 28, 2022)(CNBNews)--Last November, Rocco D'Antonio, head of Gloucester City Organic Recycling LLC (GCOR), announced that he filed a $10.5 million lawsuit against the taxpayers for breach of contract. In 2010 D'Antonio agreed with the City to build a compost plant named Organic Diversions in the Southport industrial area near the end of Water Street. CNBNews graphic file D'Antonio said the lawsuit was filed in March... Read more →


Gloucester City Officers Honored for Rescue of a Woman

photo provided GLOUCESTER CITY Detective/Sgt. Carl DePoder (left) and Officer John Bryszewski Jr., along with Officer Sean Gartland (not shown) were honored at the NJ State PBA Valor Awards Ceremony for saving the life of a woman who drove her car off of Freedom Pier, King, and Cumberland Streets, into the Delaware River on April 28, 2022. During the water rescue, three Good Samaritans helped load the female onto their boat and transported the female... Read more →


Pennsylvania Online Casinos Continue to Set Records

By Anthony Hennen | The Center Square Nov 23, 2022 (The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s online casinos and sports betting have had another record month. In October, Pennsylvanians placed $797 million in sports wagers, a 24% increase over September. “While year-over-year sports betting growth is beginning to level off, the online casino market continues to show tremendous growth,” PlayPennsylvania Analyst Chris Imperiale said. “Pennsylvania online casinos' $151 million October gross gaming revenue is an all-time,... Read more →


Gloucester City History: Photo of Remains of the Historic Frigate Augusta

correction William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 28, 2022)(CNBNews)--Going thru an old file belonging to my father, George F. Sr., I discovered the photo/postcard below given to my dad by Mayor Fred Floyd, a DEMOCRAT, who was elected mayor in 1955. He succeeded Philip Rea, 1950-1954, a Republican. In the 1950s, Gloucester City Historian Harry Green sent the picture below to Mayor Floyd about the remains of the historic Frigate Augusta... Read more →


Gloucester City Police Dept. and PBA Local 40 Spreading Christmas and Holiday Cheer

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 28, 2022)--The Gloucester City Police Department and Gloucester City PBA Local 40 want to spread Christmas and Holiday cheer throughout Gcity! Beginning December 12, an officer from each shift will be surprising one resident each night with a small prize for the best-decorated house! The contest will last for 12 nights until December 23. They hope to share the winner from each night to show off some of the best-decorated homes... Read more →


Catherine C. Loux (nee Giambrone), of Bellmawr

Catherine C. Loux (nee Giambrone), on November 19, 2022, of Bellmawr. Age 88. Beloved wife of the late Al Loux. Devoted mother to Linda Broadbent (Randy), Charles "Tommy" Ryan (Sharelle), and Maria Radke (the late Scott). Loving grandmother of Danielle (JR), Charles (Stephanie), Tracy (Kenny), Lisa, Cory, Tyler, and Tiffani "Belle" (Marquise). Cherished great-grandmother of Joseph, Rocco, Haleigh, Zoeigh, Reagan, A-lexeigh, Oakleigh, Marlei, and Carter. Catherine is also survived by her cat Chloe and many... Read more →


CNBNews Travel Alert: New Gas Main for Pennsauken, Expect Road Closure

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will install a new gas main on Union Avenue in Pennsauken from Monday, November 28 to Friday, December 2. CNBNews graphic files There will be a full road closure of Union Avenue as crews move down Union Avenue between Park Avenue and Maple Avenue. Closures include between Park and Pennsylvania avenues, between Marion and Pennsylvania avenues, between Orchard Avenue and Collins Lane and between Collins Lane and Maple Avenue. “Since crews... Read more →


Things to Know About the Facts Of Online Betting.

Most online gambling portals run trustworthy businesses. Even if they wanted to take advantage of you, they could not get away with it. They don't need to, either. They are reputable businesses that must adhere to standards. They can be relied upon to protect your finances and personal information. Different nations have different internet gambling regulations. Online gambling is under certain conditions in some countries but not in others. Laws banning internet poker and casinos... Read more →


Street Construction Continues in Camden City

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will return to Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard in Camden to install natural gas services from Monday, November 28 to Friday, December 2, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. There will be a lane shift on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard between South 3rd Street and Broadway. Also, PSE&G will install services to the new gas main on State Street in Camden from Monday, November 28, to Friday, December 2,... Read more →


Gail Ann Aversa, 82, (nee Gallimore) of Runnemede

Gail Ann Aversa (nee Gallimore), on November 21, 2022, of Runnemede. Age 82. Beloved wife of John Aversa for 60 years. Devoted mother of Sandra Jones (John) and Doreen Power (Craig). Loving Mom Mom of William Longfellow, Lauren Longfellow, Mikaela Power, and Hailey Power. Beloved daughter of the late Edward and Alice (nee Cook) Gallimore. Dear sister of Richard Gallimore and the late Dolores Gallimore. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Gail was a... Read more →


PSE&G Installing new Gas Main in Pennsauken

(Lindenwold, NJ) – PSE&G will be installing a new gas main on Union Avenue in Pennsauken from Monday Nov. 28 to Friday, Dec. 2. There will be a full road closure of Union Avenue as crews move down Union Avenue between Park Avenue and Maple Avenue. Closures include between Park and Pennsylvania avenues, between Marion and Pennsylvania avenues, between Orchard Avenue and Collins Lane and between Collins Lane and Maple Avenue. “Since crews will be... Read more →


Arthur J. Kosciuk, 92, of Audubon

Peacefully on November 17, 2022, with his family by his side, of Audubon, NJ. Age 92 years. Beloved husband of 58 years to the late Rita M. Kosciuk. Dear father of Mary C. Kosciuk, Eileen M. (Michael) Whilleson and Michael Kosciuk. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Megan M. Mooney and Kaitlyn J. Kosciuk; and two great-grandchildren, Siobhan and Liam. Funeral Service and interment will be private at the convenience of the family. The... Read more →


Gloucester City Helping Hand Food Drive Saturday

The Gloucester City Helping Hand Food Pantry is holding its annual Holiday Food Drive on for your generosity Saturday, December 10. (Rain Date Sunday, December 11. Residents are asked to leave unperishable food items outside their door in a bag. Besides Gloucester City, the volunteers will also collect food from the people living in nearby Brooklawn. More information below Read more →


Women's Basketball: Rowan Ran Past Salisbury

GLASSBORO, NJ(November 26, 2022)-- -- Rowan ran past Salisbury, 71-54, Saturday afternoon in the home opener for the Profs. Grace Marshall netted 13 points with Nicole Mallard and Savanna Holt each kicking 11 as the Profs put together its third win in a row. Marshall and Holt combined to hit five of the team's seven three-pointers on the day. For Salisbury, Ashlynn Burrows and Emma Wivell scored 12 points apiece respectively. Holt's triple gave the... Read more →


Judge Dismisses Indictment Filed Against New Jersey Correction Officer Ruben Morales

Officer’s dismissed indictment latest black eye for state integrity office by Dana DiFilippo, New Jersey Monitor November 22, 2022 About two years ago, the state lobbed a grenade that blew up Ruben Morales’ world. They called him a liar, an outlaw, and a gang leader, criminally charged him, and threatened him with decades behind bars. CNBNews graphic file A correctional officer for 20 years, Morales was suspended from his job, lost his side business operating... Read more →


Things To Know About Variations in The Online Slots

Nowadays, playing slots online enables millions of people to realise their goal to earn significant sums of money without working hard. Gambling on the results of slot machines online referred to as slot machine gambling. We are aware of the most comfortable gameplay for gamblers. Players to effectively gamble online without feeling under any strain. Gamers can also take advantage of a wide range of amenities and bonuses when playing slot online. In a similar... Read more →


Sharon Smith, age 42, of Haddon Twp.

It is with deep sadness, Sharon Smith went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 25, 2022. At the age of 42, Sharon was a lifelong resident of Haddon Township. Sharon was a graduate of Haddon Township High School class of 1998 and a decorated member of their Track and Cross-Country Team. Also, a 2014 Hall of Fame inductee at HTHS, Sharon graduated from Rowan University School of Business in 2003 where she... Read more →