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November 4, 2024

Understanding Live Betting Live Betting and Streaming Technology in Real-Time 

Betting within Gloucester City Over the last several years, live betting has obtained general recognition as one of the most vibrant areas in the betting business. With the recent development of streaming technology, today's bettors can engage in real-time betting on sports events as these are unfolding. From this point of view, there are serious consequences for a place like Gloucester City, where sport is very much part of the cultural heritage. This article is going to look into how live betting is changing the gambling world in Gloucester City, along with exploring the opportunities and challenges for local bettors.... Read more →


BRYNN BRADLEY GRAND OPENING!!!

On Wednesday, October 23rd, Gloucester County Commissioner Jim Jefferson and the Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Brynn Bradley’s storefront, located at 1006 Mantua Pike in Woodbury Heights! Congratulations to owners Matthew and Ashley Hartnett on this exciting milestone. It was a pleasure to join Gloucester County Chamber’s Executive Director Janet Garraty and Director of Economic Development Thomas Bianco for the ribbon-cutting ceremony as we welcomed this beautiful new addition to our community! Read more →


County Road Maintenance, Gloucester County

County Road Maintenance Update! Our hardworking crews have been busy around the county, ensuring our roads are safe and well-maintained. Here's a look at their recent work: Inlet repair on CR 603 Blackwood Barnsboro Road in Deptford Boom mowing on CR 555 Tuckahoe Road in Monroe Weed whacking along CR 623 Clems Run in Harrison Weed whacking around guiderails on CR 603 Breakneck Road in Mantua Roadside mowing on CR 619 Whig Lane in Elk Boom mowing on CR 689 Glassboro Cross Keys Road in Glassboro Thank you to our dedicated team for their efforts in keeping our roads clear... Read more →


Rowan Football Defeats Montclair State, 16-10, in OT on Homecoming and "Breakfast Bowl"

GLASSBORO, NJ - Luke Hoke caught a five-yard pass from Joseph Riina in overtime to give Rowan a 16-10 win over Montclair State in NJAC football action on the Profs' Homecoming. The Profs also claimed the inaugural "Breakfast Bowl", earning the trophy in the game that was created to highlight the rivalry while bringing awareness to food insecurity in the state. After neither team scored on its first possessions of overtime, Rowan had the ball first in the next series. Riina connected with Hoke, but the Profs couldn't convert the two-point conversion. Rowan's defense then sealed the win, stopping Montclair... Read more →


What It Takes to Host a Successful Citywide Event

Planning a great citywide event calls for strategic foresight, community participation, and flawless execution together. Every stage, from defining a clear vision and creating reasonable goals to involving local stakeholders and guaranteeing required financing, is important for the success of the event. Further improving the whole experience for participants is considering logistics, safety, and community involvement, promoting a feeling of affiliation and cooperation. Examining the results and insights gained from every event helps organizers to keep their strategy fresh and create lively events that appeal to the community and have a long-lasting effect. Planning and organization Good citywide events, such... Read more →


Gloucester Township Police Media Release

Afternoon Fire Displaces Resident 11-3-2024 On Sunday, November 3, 2024 at approximately 3:38pm the Gloucester Township Police Department were dispatched to 4 Edinburgh Road in the Blackwood section of Gloucester Township for a structure fire. Arriving officers found heavy smoke and flames coming from the residence. The resident was not home at the time of the fire, and no residents were injured as a result of the fire. Gloucester Township Fire Departments from Blackwood, Chews Landing, Blenheim, Lambs Terrace, and Erial along with the Pine Hill Fire Department and Deptford Fire Department arrived and were able to place the fire... Read more →


Philadelphia Zoo Announces Plans for Major $20M Expansion of Bear Country

The project includes the expansion of the Zoo’s Zoo360 animal exploration trails and the addition of a third bear habitat. Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia Zoo announced a milestone $5 million gift from the W. P. Carey Foundation that will spark the transformation of its Bear Country exhibit. Working with PGAV Destinations design firm, the Zoo will embark on a significant expansion and renovation. This will include the extension of the Zoo’s revolutionary Zoo360 trail system, and the addition of a third bear habitat. These enhancements will allow the Zoo to continue to provide the highest standard of care and quality... Read more →


Pennsylvania Man Charged with Willingboro Double Homicide

Pennsylvania Man Charged with Willingboro Double Homicide Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Willingboro Township Acting Public Safety Director Captain Ian Bucs announced that a 37-year-old Pennsylvania man has been charged with fatally shooting two women after breaking into their home early morning, October 30, in the Hawthorne Park section of Willingboro Township. Junior Edwards, of Lansdowne, was charged yesterday with two counts of Murder (First Degree), Home Invasion Burglary Armed with a Firearm (First Degree), Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (Second Degree), Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose (Second Degree) and Endangering the Welfare of a... Read more →


Deniece M. Outin, October 31, 2024

Deniece M. Outin, a beloved resident of Voorhees and formerly of Marlton, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, at the age of 84. Born in Philadelphia, PA, to Dennis and Adain McCowan. Deniece was a cherished member of her community and family. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Carl Outin, her parents, and her siblings, Joseph McCowan, Lewis McCowan, and Burnestein Frazier. Deniece is survived by her devoted children, Sharon Smith and Carl Talib Outin, her grandson, Kevin Anthony James, Jr, and her great-grandchildren, Khyasia, Kamari, Keyon, Kaliyah, and Kariyah. She also leaves behind her nephews, Marlow, Derrick,... Read more →


News from Gloucester County

Pocket Pets Meet Flapjack, Mr. Skittles, and our bonded pair of guinea pigs: Phineas & Ferb! Flapjack and Mr. Skittles are both male bunnies. Flapjack was brought to us as a stray. Mr. Skittles was brought to us when his family moved & left him behind. The neighbor was caring for him, but could not keep him so they brought him to us to find him a new home. Phineas & Ferb are both male guinea pigs, brought to us together as strays. A good Samaritan found them on the roadway and brought them to us. They have been up... Read more →


Gloucester Township Police Arrests Five for Driving While Intoxicated Overnight 11-2-2024

Gloucester Township Police Media Release Between 6:51pm on Friday 11/01/24 and 3:19am on Saturday 11/02/24, Gloucester Township Police Officers responded to five separate motor vehicle crashes involving drivers that were suspected to be under the influence of an intoxicating liquor or a controlled dangerous substance. The crashes occurred on State Highways and residential streets, causing damage to multiple vehicles, personal property and utility poles. In each case the driver was suspected of Driving While Intoxicated, taken into custody, processed and released pending court. Crash #1 occurred on the Black Horse Pike at Lower Landing Road when the vehicle struck a... Read more →


Bridge to be detoured for several months

The Route 44 Drawbridge over Mantua Creek between Paulsboro and West Deptford in Gloucester County is scheduled to be closed for several months starting on Monday for preventive maintenance. Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, November 4, Route 44 is scheduled to be closed and detoured in both directions between Mantua Grove Road in West Deptford and North Commerce Street in Paulsboro. The closure is necessary to make mechanical repairs to the drawbridge components and to paint the bridge. Work is expected to be complete in spring 2025. The following detours will be in place: Route 44/Crown Point Road southbound from... Read more →


Rowan Wins 4th Straight NJAC Regular-Season Crown with 6-0 Win at Montclair State

MONTCLAIR, NJ – Allie Palumbo scored two goals as Rowan defeated Montclair State, 6-0, to win its fourth straight NJAC Field Hockey regular-season title. Rowan will now be the top seed in the 2024 NJAC Championship which begins on Wednesday, November 6, as the Profs seek their fourth consecutive crown. Freshman Jenna Gray also had a goal and assist as Rowan (12-7) increased its winning streak to eight and finished conference play undefeated (6-0). Mariah Juiliano made two saves to post her fifth shutout of the season and Palumbo wasted no time in getting the Profs on track for the... Read more →