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Street Sweeper Broken, Honor Deptford Officer, New Businesses, Submarine Races(video)

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Gcity's STREET SWEEPER IS BROKEN--The photo captures a moment earlier this week at the intersection of Sparks and Little Ridgeway Streets, just after the Gloucester City Street Sweeper made its rounds. Unfortunately, this $100,000-plus machine, which should be maintaining the city's cleanliness, is making the streets dirtier than they were before the sweeper passed. It raises an intriguing question: Why hasn’t Public Works Superintendent Alex Tedesco, with an annual salary of $121,000, taken the necessary steps to repair such a vital piece of equipment? Furthermore, as one observes the superintendent's pickup truck, it’s curious that there aren't any markings declaring it as part of Gloucester City Public Works. This absence only adds to the mystery surrounding the city's approach to maintaining the city sweeper that costs nearly half a million dollars. 

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HONORING OFFICER BOBBY SHISLER - In a heartfelt tribute to bravery and sacrifice, a stunning memorial honoring Deptford Township Police Officer Bobby Shisler was unveiled in September 2024, gracefully situated outside the 4 Heroes Charity headquarters on Edgewater Avenue in Westville. Officer Shisler, was tragically shot in 2023. Born and raised in Deptford, he was only 27 years young when his life was cut short, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of those he served.

Founded in 2009, 4 Heroes is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to uplifting police officers, military personnel, first responders, and their families. The charity’s property is not only well-groomed but also radiates care and pride, reflecting the strong foundation of community support and unity it stands for.

(source https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/)

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ALWAYS BEST CARE recently opened at 14 South Broadway, Gloucester City. Since 1996, Always Best Care has assisted thousands of families with non-medical in-home care and senior living referral services. In select markets, they also provide skilled home care for clients suffering from illness or injury. According to their website, "Our passion for helping people maintain a safe, independent, and dignified lifestyle represents the strong foundation of Always Best Care." Every client receives extraordinary care from caring and compassionate people in an inspiring environment. Our Care Coordinators have worked with thousands of seniors across the country, and we’re always ready to help you! Call today at 856-432-6030 or email [email protected]

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MEXICAN STORE OPENS IN THE IRISH COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER CITY--From a customer's review: Los Palillero’s is awesome! I highly recommend the made-from-scratch tamales on the weekend, the homemade salsas (their verde is awesome), and their homemade rice! They also have every grocery item you need to make authentic Mexican food with fresh limes, tomatoes, tomatillos, cilantro, dried chiles, crema, and queso fresca. Fantastic products and really nice people running the spot. The store is located at 112 South Broadway, Gloucester City.

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Yalla Eat, 738 Market Street, Gloucester City, opened in May. Long-time Gloucesterites will remember this spot as the former McGroaty's News store.  According to former CNBNews reporter Matt Mathews, OF THE 42FREEWAY BLOG, the owners of Yalla Eat operating for years as a food truck at Drexel University’s famous Food Truck Alley, the team behind Yalla Eat chose Gloucester City to establish their first brick-and-mortar restaurant. Inside the restaurant, the space has been fully remodeled to a bright and open dining area with a sidewall counter seating to the left, table seating to the right, and at the back… the main ordering counter and kitchen. (READ MORE)

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A Family of Geese Rushing to Leave the Empire Diner, Brooklawn--"Hurry up, kids, I just heard someone order roast goose!"

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The Browning Road Bridge in Bellmawr opened on Friday, June 13, 2025

(photo by Precious)

WATCHING SUBMARINE RACES AT FREEDOM PIER

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ--Recently, Connie and I made our way to Freedom Pier, intrigued by the age-old idea of "submarine races" supposedly taking place on the shimmering Delaware River. It stirred up memories of a time long past—who doesn’t recall those nights when Gloucester Park buzzed with excitement after high school dances or other jubilant events? In those days, it was the go-to hotspot for young lovers seeking a moment of intimacy. Every so often, the notorious "Flashlight Harry" would mysteriously appear, his old flashlight beam piercing the darkness as he playfully invaded the privacy of parked cars, catching couples in their romantic embraces.

The phrase "submarine races" is not about actual submarines competing beneath the waves; rather, it was a cheeky euphemism popular in the 1950s and 1, signifying couples "making out" or "necking" in parked cars. It served as a coy and playful nod to romantic encounters, especially among teenagers navigating the exhilarating freedom of youth during the era captured in shows like *Happy Days*.

As we parked near the pier we noticed on both sides of the Delaware river, cargo ships loomed large as they were unloaded, Picture the scene: if you were to buy one of the 300-plus condos planned for construction on Freedom Pier, you’d be serenaded each night by the relentless hum of industrial cranes, forklifts and the clattering of crates—the persistent noise disrupting your dreams as you lay in your bed tossing and turning trying to sleep.

As for Connie and me, our venture into the world of submarine races quickly revealed its limitations. The spirit was willing, but our bodies had other plans. After all, it was well past 9 PM, and we were accustomed to the gentle embrace of sleep by that hour. Where was Peyton, you ask? She was snoring in the back of the van. 

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