NEWS, SPORTS, COMMENTARY, POLITICS for Gloucester City and the Surrounding Areas of South Jersey and Philadelphia
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The New Jersey Transit Police Department will soon begin accepting up to 2,000 applicants to become new officers. Applicants will be required to complete a physical fitness qualification in April 2025. Learn More
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DEP to Host Open House on Liberty State Park Revitalization Program on Saturday, January 25 TRENTON — On Saturday, January 25, at the Liberty Science Center, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection will host its fifth open house on the Liberty State Park Revitalization Program. The event provides an opportunity for the public to comment on the forthcoming Holistic Long-term Master Plan and near final design concepts for immediate improvements along the Audrey Zapp Drive Corridor. The open house will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Center for Learning and Teaching within the Liberty Science Center at 222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City. Prior open houses were held at the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal Building; however, the location was changed to the Liberty Science Center due to an ongoing restoration project taking place in the Terminal Building. Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces the following closures and openings to areas for oyster harvest. These notices become effective at 12:01 a.m. February 3, 2025 and supersede any previous notices: Opening of Joes Lumps and Wicomico Lumps Oyster Bars (Charles County) Closure of Portion of Wicomico River (Charles County) AUTHORITY Code of Maryland Regulations 08.02.04.11G FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Fishing and Boating Services at 410-260-8302 Josh Kurtz Secretary, Maryland Department of Natural Resources All public notices can be found on the DNR Fishing and Boating Services Public Notices page.
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FOLSOM, NJ, January 21, 2025 – With “community” as a core value, SJI and its subsidiaries, South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas, continued the company’s tradition of honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with its eighth annual Day of Service as part of Stockton University’s Annual Day of Service and Jersey Cares. “At SJI, we value community, service, inclusion and belonging,” said Shawn Abner-Purnell, chief diversity officer at SJI. “I’m proud to see our employees champion these values during MLK Day by providing meaningful support to the communities we serve.” SJI’s employees participated in community service projects in Galloway, Atlantic City, Hammonton, Woodbine and other areas throughout New Jersey. Projects included making cards and crafts for older adults, school children and community members, and distributing food and critical supplies to local organizations. “We appreciate and value the combined participation of SJI employees at Stockton University’s...
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Standards for Clean Air and Water Are Under Attack Ahead of Federal Transition View Lead Motion | View PFAS Amicus Brief | View ACC II Motion | View Omnibus Motion TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced three actions to defend key federal environmental protections that protect the health of all New Jerseyans. These filings come at a time when the incoming Trump Administration has threatened to reverse science-based regulations that protect clean air and water. In one action, New Jersey, California, and Connecticut are filing an amicus brief on behalf of 18 states to support a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule establishing nationwide drinking water standards for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). In a second case, New Jersey and nine other states have filed a motion to intervene to defend an EPA Final Rule to strengthen the standards for lead in drinking water under...
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UPDATED: William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews The 2022 FBI Uniform Crime Rate indicates that Gloucester City has the highest crime rate in both the state of New Jersey and the entire nation, according to www.areavibes.com/ This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September 2023; this is the most current data available. This alarming statistic prompts a critical examination of the factors contributing to such an elevated crime rate, particularly the role of leadership within the police department. One pertinent question arises: Could the city's crime issues be connected to the fact that we have a part-time police chief? In addition to the troubling crime figures, Gloucester City also faces significant financial challenges. The city's property tax rate is among the highest in New Jersey, leading to further concerns. We must ask: Is this burden on residents a consequence of having a part-time...
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Alberto J. "Al" DiBartolomeo passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2025 with his loving family by his side. An over 70 year resident of Collingswood, NJ he was 97 years old. Beloved husband of 71 years to Dolores A. (nee DiGaetano). Loving father of John (Helen), Joseph, William, Robert and Anna Marie (Kevin) Breese. Devoted grandfather of Tawnee, John Jr. (Tricia) and Gregg (Nicole) and great grandfather of Michael, Delana, Carley, Dominick and Nikolas. Dear brother of the late Yolanda, Dino, Anthony and Harry. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Al was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He was a devoted family man; nothing was more important to him than his wife, children and grandchildren. Al was an incredible cook, known for his Italian meatballs. He was also an avid Philadelphia sports fan and loved time spent at the Wildwood beach and boardwalk....
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Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Camden County Department of Public Safety, advises municipalities that the region will be under a Code Blue Advisory from Tuesday, Jan. 21 to Friday, Jan. 24. The after-hours code blue emergency hotline is 2-1-1. “The temperature is set to drop dangerously low for an extended period, so it is critical that everyone is inside and away from the elements,” Young said. “Also, it is important that our elderly residents and those living with disabilities have their heat in working order and that all pets are brought indoors.” When the Camden County Office of Emergency Management declares a Code Blue Weather Advisory, municipalities with homeless populations, situational homeless or transient populations are expected to activate their Code Blue response plan to accommodate their immediate needs. “If you know of anyone who is elderly or disabled, please check on them to make sure they’re prepared to...
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WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Senator Andy Kim released the following statement on the confirmation of Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) as United States Secretary of State. “Senator Rubio’s qualifications and dedication to serving our country has earned him my vote to be our next Secretary of State,” said Senator Kim. “In my conversations with Senator Rubio, we had areas of disagreement no doubt, but I found him to be well versed in the deep challenges our nation faces globally. Also, as a former career State Department officer, I urged him to respect the career staff and to work to attract talent to lead our nation’s efforts to build coalitions. I wish him well with this critical position and hope to work closely with him to strengthen American global leadership.” Senator Kim is a member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs; the Committee on...
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