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George Tomlin, Jr., on March 10, 2023, of Bellmawr. Age 96. The Purple Heart (PH) is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the President to those wounded or killed while serving, on or after 5 April 1917, with the U.S. Military Beloved husband of the late Katherine (nee Gifford) Tomlin. Devoted Father of Kathleen Underwood (Robert) and Robert Tomlin. Loving pop of Robert Jr. (Beth), Brian (Theresa) and Jennifer (Jason). Great...
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Dorothy Angela (Higgins) Dicken, 76, of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to many. She was the daughter of the late Frank E. and Dorothy A. (Master) Higgins. Those left to cherish her memory are her son: William M. (Michelle) Dicken lll ; Holiday, FL; grandson Hayden Lee William of Cherry Hill, NJ; longtime boyfriend Wayne D. Kean of Bellmawr, NJ; aunt Claire...
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Helen Clarkson, age 91, longtime resident of Bellmawr, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at Samaritan Hospice in Voorhees on Monday, March 6, 2023. Helen was born September 30, 1931 in Camden and always expressed fond memories of growing up there. Helen, a longtime resident of Bellmawr, loved animals and always had extra bread on hand to feed the birds. She enjoyed spending time with her family and the thrill of checking her lottery tickets to...
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Antonio Mannino, on March 6, 2023, of Bellmawr, NJ; formerly of Sicily, Italy. Age 66. Beloved husband of Angela Mannino (nee Sgroi) for 31 years. Devoted father of Sonia Geil, Angela Speese (TJ), and Salvo Mannino. Loving Nonno of Kyra Geil. Dear brother of Francesco, Rosa, Vito, Pino, Enzo, and Maria Grazia. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Antonio was the proud owner of Milanio's Pizzeria in Bellmawr for over 27 years. He loved...
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David A. Martino, on March 3, 2023, of Bellmawr, NJ; formerly of Philadelphia, PA. Age 77. Beloved husband of Franny Martino (nee Lovre) for 55 years. Devoted father of Nicole Martino-Maloney. Loving Pop of Neena, Thomas, and Emma. Dear brother of Connie Ciletti, William Martino Jr., and his wife Kathleen and the late Carol Giampetro. Cherished nephew of Avanti DeAngelis. Loving uncle of Theresa Beato and her husband Rich. Also survived by many nieces and...
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Kyle J. Applegate, suddenly on March 4, 2023, of Bellmawr. Age 32. Beloved son of RoseMary Applegate (nee Williams) and the late John Applegate. Devoted brother of John W. Applegate, Jr. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral arrangements under the direction of the 2023 GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Interment is private at the request of the family.
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John Ralph Cuneo, 84, of Bellmawr, finally found peace and passed away on March 6, 2023. John was born and raised in South Philadelphia and was a long-time resident of Bellmawr, NJ. He worked as an electrical designer and draftsman for Stone and Webster. He is more canonically remembered for his co-ownership of Ricci Brother's hoagies in South Philadelphia where he was affectionately known as “Ricci John”. John was also known for being a musician...
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Browning Road Bridge abutment demolition to continue on March 13 (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the lane closures on I-295 northbound that were scheduled to continue next week are being rescheduled as the Direct Connect project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The demolition of the east abutment of the Browning Road Bridge began on Tuesday, February 28, and was scheduled to continue Monday through Friday nights through March 10....
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Rita Ann Athey (nee Vinciguerra), age 97, of Mount Royal (formerly of Gloucester City and Westville) passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023. Rita was the daughter of the late Rose and Lt. Colonel Armando Vinciguerra, US Army Ret. She was very patriotic, stemming from her military upbringing, and that was evident by her attire and home decorating on Memorial and Independence days. Her husband, Joseph, was a US Navy veteran and prolific trumpet...
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James B. Cochran, 86, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2023, surrounded by his family at his home in Hainesport, NJ. He was born to the late Benjamin and Charlotte Cochran on September 14, 1936. Jim was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (nee Shelley) and father to their five children James Cochran (Nora) of Eastampton, NJ, Christopher Cochran (Ina) of Langhorne, PA, Tracey Blackwell (Geoffrey) of Skaneateles, NY, Kelli Cochran of Hainesport, NJ...
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Of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2023, at the age 86. Born in Camden, she was the daughter of the late, Robert and Catherine (Jennings) McCaughey. She is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Leon J. Graves; loving children, Kathleen Cornell (Richard), Jeffrey Graves (Lora); cherished granddaughter, Catherine Cornell (Rohit) and her brother, Robert McCaughey, II (Joyce). Barb retired as a Legal Secretary for Federal Judges in USDC Camden Vicinage....
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RUNNEMEDE Officers received a warm greeting from Borough School District students and teachers when they visited them on Friday, February 10, 2023. RUNNEMEDE PD Helping Animal Shelter (February 5, 2023)--Have spare dog or cat food? Dishes, bowls, leashes? …Or want to donate new items, please drop off items during normal business hours inside our foyer. (Bleach, new chew toys, etc) Please, no pillows, blankets or bedding. We understand families also fall on hard times, and...
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Voorhees Township - Formerly of Bellmawr and Mount Ephraim. On February 4, 2023. Age 76. Husband of the late Dolores M. (nee Amadio) Mackie, February 21, 2016. William is survived by two sons and sister, Claudia Sherry. William was born in Camden and served our country honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for many years as a plumber for the U.S. Navy Yard in Philadelphia, PA. Relatives and friends are...
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William Joseph Burleigh Jr, 82, of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2022 surrounded by family and friends after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born November 22, 1939 in Camden, NJ. Bill is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley Ann Burleigh (Hall), his 3 children, William J. Burleigh III (Sandy), Patricia A. Reilley (William), and James Burleigh Sr. (Angela), 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Bill also leaves behind...
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On January 31, 2023. Of Philadelphia, PA and Formerly of Bellmawr. Loving father of Guo T. Zhou and Guo Shun Zhou both of Philadelphia. Beloved grandfather of Le Nan Zhou. Also survived by many devoted and beloved family members. Qing was born and raised in Zhoushan City in Zhejiang Province in China. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Sunday, February 5th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL...
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Francis M. Dobrow, "Frank", on January 17, 2023, of Bellmawr. Age 72. Beloved husband of Marie Dobrow (nee Gray) for 48 years. Devoted father of Marie Matz (Paul), Daniel Dobrow, and Michael Dobrow. Loving grandfather of Jesse and Trevor. Dear brother of Richard (Joanne) and Diane (Glen). Also survived by many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Frank was a bus driver with NJ Transit for over 30 years. He loved exploring the outdoors and...
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(Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced lane and ramp closures on I-295 northbound and Route 42 northbound tonight and continuing next week as the Direct Connection and Missing Moves projects advance in Bellmawr, Camden County. Route 42 northbound Exit 1B ramp to I-295 northbound closure Beginning at 10 p.m. tonight, Friday, January 20, until 5 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, January 21, and continuing on Monday, January 23 and Tuesday, January 24...
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Live for today, not for tomorrow. Once you chose hope, anything is possible. Janet E. Bowe (nee Hendry) was a unique, wild spirit. She possessed a kind but fiercely independent heart that radiated from her smile. She was the ultimate survivor, a courageous woman, and truly lived the words she advised to others, “hang tough”. Janet was relentless and found the courage to keep going even when her body became weak. Nothing could stop her...
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John J. Graham, Sr. (Jack) on January 7, 2023, of Sewell, formerly of Bellmawr. Age 84. Beloved husband of the late Eileen K. Graham for 61 years. Devoted father of John Graham Jr. (Katherine), Joyce Hall (the late David), Suzanne Walsh (John III) and Late Michael Graham (Donna). Loving Grandfather "Grampy" of Jillian, Sarah (Frankie), Jamie (Dan), Samantha (Anthony), Stephanie, Michael Jr., KC, John IV, Matthew and the late Baby Billy Hall. Great Grampy of...
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Bellmawr – Surrounded by his loving family, on January 8, 2023. Age 88. Born in Gloucester City, NJ to the late Henry James Dunn, Sr. and the late Ann C. Dunn (nee Laux). Predeceased by the love of his life, his beautiful wife of 34 years, Margaret F. Dunn (nee Morrison). Loving father of Jim Dunn, Jr. (Becky), Karen L. Dunn (Ron), Linda D. Dunn and Maureen P. Ryan (Eric). Cherished grandfather of Jessica Dunn,...
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Dr. Francis X. Murray, Jr., on January 4, 2023, of Somerdale. Age 74. Beloved husband of 51 years to Denise Murray (nee Smith). Devoted father of Kristin McGettigan (Brian), Jaime Eberts (Jason), and Dr. Jeffrey Murray (Colleen). Loving Pop Pop of Ryan, Sean, Casey, Kylie, Andrew, Mackenzie, and Colin. Dear brother of Marguerite "Peg" Rybicki (Arthur), John J. Murray, Kenneth S. Murray (Jane), and Donna M. Wiesenecker (Stephen). Also survived by many nieces and nephews....
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UPDATED: Search for Information Regarding Fire Dept. Fight, Leads to 12 Lawsuits Filed Against Gloucester City By William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet OPINION: The information used to report this article is from the 50- plus page document entitled State of New Jersey Final Administrative Action of the Civil Service Commission. Some of the pages from that ruling appear in the article below. This is about some of the employees of the Gloucester City Fire...
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Phyllis W. Scott (nee Wright), age 97 of Milton, DE, formerly of Bellmawr, NJ on Dec. 22, 2022, with her son, Michael, and his wife Kathy, at her side. She was predeceased by her husband, Gilbert H. Scott in 1995 and survived by sons: Thomas L. Mixon of Lake Wales, FL, Raymond D. Mixon (Carole) of Cape May Court House, NJ, and Michael G (Kathy) Mixon of Milton, DE; a stepdaughter, Meredith S. Pillatt of...
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CNBNews graphic files Daytime closures for pothole repairs, overnight closures for guiderail repairs (Trenton) - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced daytime lane closures on I-295 for pothole repairs tomorrow. In addition, I-295 southbound to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, as well as Route 42 northbound, are scheduled to be closed tomorrow night for emergency guiderail repairs as the Direct Connect and Missing Moves projects advance in Bellmawr, Camden County. Daytime...
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Gloucester City – Formerly of Bellmawr. On Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022, passed peacefully at home CNBNews graphic file surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband of 23 years to Maryann (nee Flagg) Rennles. Beloved son of the late George C. Rennles, Sr. and Bertha (nee Canavan) Rennles. Cherished father of Melinda (Joel) Williams, Donald (Barbara) Johnson, Jeffrey (Sarah) Johnson and Zachary (Camille) Bardos. Loving grandfather of Chase, Callie, Sadie, Dylan, Brody and Alec. Dear...
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Elizabeth T. Mahoney (nee Besso), "Betty", on December 18, 2022, of Bellmawr. Age 96. CNBNews graphic file Beloved wife of the late William "Bill" Mahoney. Devoted mother of Kathleen Donlin (the late Brendon), Michele Silvak (Michael), William Mahoney (Suzanne) and the late Elaine Mahoney-Kennedy. Mother-in-law of Harold Kennedy. Loving grandmom of Krista, Michael, Caitlin, Sadie, Matthew, Leah, Daniel, and the late Jonathan and great grandmom of Sophia. Sister Bette to Kenneth Besso (Joan). She was...
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source https://www.carols.org Clement Moore, the author of the poem Twas the night before Christmas, was a reticent man and it is believed that a family friend, Miss H. Butler, sent a copy of the poem to the New York Sentinel who published the poem. The condition of publication was that the author of Twas the night before Christmas was to remain anonymous. The first publication date was 23rd December 1823 and it was an immediate...
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Jonathan E. Pitre, age 30 of Jersey City, formerly of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away suddenly on December 5, 2022. He is the beloved son of Edwin Pitre and Norma Morales; dear brother of Belinda Pitre, Yaritza Pitre and Davanee Bryant; loving uncle of Jose Nieves. Services were held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 642 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102. Entombment will at Calvary Mausoleum in Cherry Hill. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations...
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Philip J. Messner, on December 10, 2022 of Bellmawr. Age 63. Faithful loving partner for over 40 years to Karen Garcia. Dear brother of William, David, Warren Jr. and the late Irene. Loving son of the late Warren and Adelina (nee Mazzoni). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. There will be a visitation 9 to 11am on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Memorial Service 11am at the funeral home. Interment...
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Charles F. Moan, Jr., on November 30, 2022, of Bellmawr. Age 43. Father of Lina Walker, Karly Moan, and Matheu Moan. Son of Gail (nee Gulbert) and the late Charles F. Moan, Sr. Husband of Melanie Boyd. Brother of Gary Moan (Becky), John Hull (Sherry), and Steven Moan (Mackenzie). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Charles loved to cook. He enjoyed listening to music, going to concerts, hockey, snorkeling, fishing, and hiking. Services and...
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To install steel beams as part of the Missing Moves project...I-295/Al-Jo’s Curve to be closed and detoured later this week (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced overnight ramp closures on Route 42 this week as the I-295/Route 42 Missing Moves project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo's Curve, is scheduled to be closed and...
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Wheels of Change we are always collecting but are desperate for coats and boys' and men's clothing. It is cold, so many are calling for coats and warm clothing. PM me if you need to know the drop-off location and time.
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BELLMAWR, NJ-The Borough believes every child should have surprises from Santa's Sleigh. Especially, the less fortunate. If you feel the same way, there are boxes placed throughout the community for you to place your gifts.
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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...
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Joseph A. “Chippy” Fanelle, on November 18, 2022 age 89, of Bellmawr, NJ. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia C. Fanelle (nee Manganaro). Dear father of Dr. Carmella Fanelle, Dr. Joseph W. (Jacqualyn) Fanelle, Sheila (Jack) Annunziato, Michael F. (Cynthia) Fanelle. Loving grandfather of Eva (Lee) Fanelle, Nicholas Fanelle, Gabriel Fanelle, Zachary Fanelle, Dr. Christa (Dr. Mark) Massak, Dr. Jack (Victoria) Annunziato, Paula (Jordan) Rizzo, Alana Annunziato, Maria Fanelle and Valerie Fanelle; great-grandfather of Nathan....
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Kristine DeGailler, 57, a Longtime resident of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at Cooper Medical Center in Camden. She was born in Camden, NJ, in 1965 to Marjorie (Cox) Kennedy and the late Thomas Kennedy. Kristine loved making trips to the Jersey Shore, especially the beach and boardwalk in Wildwood, NJ. She loved her long walks, her hair, and nails, and decorating for the holidays; Halloween is her favorite. More than...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)The clinical staff at My Father’s House is a team of close-knit professionals providing comprehensive and individualized substance abuse and mental health treatment to residents of Camden County and the surrounding South Jersey areas. We strive to serve our consumers by instilling hope for sobriety, tools for change, and support where it is needed most. We are dedicated to providing outpatient assessment, intervention, and treatment, including prevention and education, for the...
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UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RETURNS LOCAL BOARD OF EDUCATION Audubon and Bellmawr
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Edward G. Storms, Sr. “Ed” on November 5, 2022, of Bellmawr. Age 75. Loving husband of Catherine E. (nee Ralston). Beloved father of Edward G. Storms, Jr. (Cathy) of Bellmawr, Michael Storms (Regina) of Gloucester City, and the late Thomas (Elise of Mt. Ephraim). Cherished father-in-law of Michele Sciarrillo of Mt. Ephraim. Brother of Rachel Quigley of Arizona and Maria McManus (Ray) of Lindenwold. Devoted grandfather Eddie, David, Samantha, Alexandra, Riley, Michael, and Danny. Cherished...
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Loretta R Coppola (nee Copson), 90, formerly of Bellmawr, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2022, surrounded by her family. Legacy In her younger years, Loretta took pride in raising her children and enjoying life on Sunnyside Lane. She had the ability to create a delicious meal within minutes, regardless of how many people would show up at her door. Her greatest joy in life was watching her children and grandchildren succeed in...
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Mary Wagner (nee DePasquale), 89, of Bellmawr, NJ, on November 2, 2022 passed away peacefully, at home, with her family by her side. Mary leaves behind her beloved family, sons Lawrence Wagner (Bernadette) and Stephen Wagner (Debbie), grand-daughters Diana Wagner Sebastian (Ed) and Stephenie Cianfrani (Frank), great-grandchildren Matthew Rescorl and Arianna Cianfrani, her brother Paul DePasquale, many loving nieces and nephews, and her loyal family of in-laws. She was predeceased by her husband Robert Wagner...
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Limber Up and Get Ready for the via GIPHY Ray Ford/Leon Harris OLD TIMER'S EVENT Sunday, November 6th from 2 PM to 5 PM Cost just $10.00 The Elizabeth Ballroom Highland Blvd. and Sylvan Avenue Gloucester City, NJ This is open to all former GHS and GCHS athletes and sports fans, 35 yrs. old and up. Questions call Bob Bevan @ 609-417-3786 or Bart Rettew @ 856-430-1976 via GIPHY
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Chris’ Jazz Café Crooner Named Finalist in International Jazz Competition Vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan to Perform Saturday, November 12th in Philly NYC-based jazz vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan, a familiar face to grace the stage at Chris’ Jazz Café, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Competition. The multi-talented Armenian singer was one of five finalists selected this week from more than 200 international contestants. Yeghiazaryan and the Grant Stewart Quartet will perform...
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Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia Zoo’s dazzling winter light show experience is back! LumiNature returns for another season of breathtaking sights, sounds and surprises from Thursday, November 17, 2022 to Saturday, January 7, 2023. With more than a million twinkling lights across 14 one-of-a-kind artistically illuminated zones, LumiNature is sure to wow adults and children alike as they take a magical journey celebrating the wonder of wildlife and the beauty of our planet during the holiday...
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Closures necessary for paving shoulder (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the two right lanes on I-295 northbound will be closed Friday night, October 14 through Saturday night, October 15 for paving in Bellmawr, Camden County as the Direct Connect project advances. Beginning at 10 p.m. tomorrow, today, Friday, October 14, until 7 p.m. Saturday, October 15, the two right lanes on I-295 northbound will be closed near the Essex...
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Suspect truck in a hit-and-run crash. (photo provided by Bellmawr Police Dept.) Bellmawr police arrested an Egg Harbor City man on Tuesday, Oct. 4, after a 9-year-old child was struck while crossing a street in Bellmawr before the start of school. The driver allegedly left on Monday, Oct. 3, after the child was knocked to the ground and injured near E.M. Burke School, police said. Paul Criscione, 66, turned himself in after observing his vehicle...
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Betty Jane Dorgan (nee Helm) of Bellmawr, NJ and formerly of Audubon, NJ, age 85, passed away on October 6, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late John E. Dorgan. Loving mother of Jackie (Scott) Reckard of Washington Twp., NJ, Susan (Ron) Dipopolo of Mt. Ephraim, NJ and John (Cristine) Dorgan of Washington Twp., NJ. Devoted "Grammie" of Emily (Tyler) McGonigal, Jackie (Brett) Dolgos, Heather Dipopolo, Eric Reckard and John Dorgan....
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AccuWeather Global Weather Center – October 5, 2022 – From the abundance of acorns in the fall to the bushiness of squirrel tails, there are many fanciful forecasting techniques have been used over the years as a means to glean a glimpse of what the weather will be like in the upcoming winter. AccuWeather's approach to concocting the winter forecast, one of its most highly-anticipated seasonal outlooks, is a bit different: The process involves a...
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BELLMAWR, NJ (October 4, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)--Bellmawr Police are investigating a hit and run that occurred on October 3, 2022, where a nine-year-old child was struck in the area of E.M. Burke School just before the start of school. The vehicle pictured immediately fled the scene, and the child was taken to an area hospital, where she was seen and released with minor injuries. Anyone able to identify this vehicle with a broken rear window and damaged...
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William J Harris III “Bill” 80 of Woodbine, NJ, formerly of Bellmawr, NJ passed away peacefully at home on September 12th, 2022. Bill was predeceased by his Parents William and Julia. He is survived by his beloved wife of almost 60 years, Carol A (Holland). Beloved Father to Kelly Aulenbach (Jeff) of Bellmawr, NJ and Denise Fair (Joe) of Sicklerville, NJ. Treasured Grandfather to Gretchen Elizabeth Aulenbach, Lilliana Grace Fair and his only Grandson Brett...
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