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Peyton and Me Meandering Through Gloucester City and Brooklawn

WE ARE SORRY! CNBNews apologizes for announcing that this new outlet store would be opened on Friday, November 29. We hope that we didn't inconvenience you. That information was on their website. We tried to contact them but were unsuccessful. +++++ William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews ++++ Image courtesy of Google Street Maps RELATED: Peyton and Me (91 columns) A NEW RESALE OUTLET OPENS IN GLOUCESTER CITY Welldepots has officially opened its doors at the former Nash Engraving site located at 528 Nicholson Road. This exciting new store specializes in offering a wide array of high-quality products sourced from... Read more →


THE CAMPAIGN TO SILENCE THE PRESS

“Journalism should not be a crime anywhere on Earth. On World Press Freedom Day, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of journalists and media workers around the world, risking everything in pursuit of truth. “ ~President Joe Biden BY CNBNEWS STAFF GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 13,2024)--In 1993, the United Nations declared a special day to highlight the significance of journalism in free societies. It was named World Press Freedom Day, celebrated every year on May 3rd. Its purpose is to emphasize the essential role of journalism in promoting transparency and democracy. However, The Guardian reports a new study finds political... Read more →


CNBNews Editor Recalls the Newark Uprising

By William E. Cleary | CNBNewsnet DANTE'S INFERNO- An aerial view of the fires burning during the Newark riots in 1967. The first thing we noticed as we drove down the turnpike ramp into the largest city in the state was the thick smoke that blocked the sun and purged our nostrils. In the distance, we saw buildings burning. The sounds of sirens from fire engines and police cars could be heard echoing from every direction. (Photo courtesy of NJ.com) +++++ NEGRO STORE owners wrote SOUL BROTHER on their windows with the hope that the rioters wouldn't loot their businesses.... Read more →


WHY DID TRUMP WIN?

Voters Were Fed-Up with The *'Swamp'

CNBNEWS OPINION The NEVER TRUMPSTERS are still lamenting Kamala's defeat to Donald J. Trump. Not only did she lose the election, but the margin by which she was defeated was staggering, leaving her supporters disheartened and frustrated. This hatred of him is endless. And, it is bemusing that some of these individuals are unable to give a reason for their hatred. Recently, a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) worker in Florida directed her staff who were helping hurricane survivorsnot to go to homes with yard signs supporting President-elect Donald Trump. The Daily Wire reported that the supervisor, Marn'i Washington, 38,... Read more →


CNBNews Oct. and Nov. 2024 Cheers and Jeers

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews DONALD J. TRUMP THE 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES CHEER--Trump's supporters breathed a sigh of relief at 3 AM on Wednesday when Donald J. Trump was declared the winner of the November 5 election by an overwhelming margin. According to USA Today, he received 292 electoral votes, while Harris garnered 224 votes. The number of electoral votes needed to win is 270. In terms of the popular vote, Trump received 71,984,013 votes, compared to Harris, who received 67,162 votes. A chart from NJ1015.com showed that Trump performed better than Harris in several counties.... Read more →


OFFICER DOWN: Police Officer Enrique Martinez, Shot and Killed During Traffic Stop

Police Officer Enrique Martinez was shot and killed while making a traffic stop at the 8000 block of South Ingleside Avenue at 8:00 p.m. When Officer Martinez and another officer approached the stopped vehicle, they were met with rapid gunfire by an occupant in the vehicle. Officer Martinez was struck multiple times. One officer returned fire. The driver fled on foot after striking another officer with his car. Officer Martinez was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he succumbed to his wounds. The other officer is in fair condition. The driver was apprehended after a short pursuit.... Read more →


DEMOCRATS SPEND AND TAX!

Inflation is Dragging You Under, Does Your Gloucester City Mayor and Council Care?

UPDATED WITH NEW INFORMATION/CORRECTIONS MADE William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 2, 2024)(CNBNews)--Why is it taking an astonishing five weeks to release the minutes from the Gloucester City Council meeting held on September 23? We believe there is no reasonable explanation for such a prolonged delay. A tape recording is made of the meeting; afterward, a clerk transcribes what was said. This situation raises concerns about the local government's transparency and hints at an attempt to conceal their activities from the public. During this meeting, the council passed 14 resolutions yet provided little to no explanation... Read more →


CNBNEWS OPINION:

WHAT THE HELL HAS HAPPEN TO THE USA?

NAKED STATUE OF TRUMP ON DISPLAY IN PHILADELPHIA!!! William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews On Wednesday, October 30, a 43-foot tall nude marionette of former President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, arrived in Philadelphia and was erected in the 3700-unit block of Kensington Avenue. A large crane holds it, and two guards stand nearby to keep the public at bay. President Trump’s private area, which shows a crooked penis, is on full display. The word salad in the press release sent to CNBNews states, "This thought-provoking installation continues to spark conversations about leadership, power, and the dynamics of... Read more →


Seeking Cheers and Jeers Suggestions for the Month of October

Editor CNBNews is gathering information for our CHEERS AND JEERS column, which we plan to publish the first week of November. You don’t have to be from Gloucester City to submit your remarks. And your opinion can be on any topic or about any public figure. Today’s technology opens up the entire world, meaning you can target anything or any public figure for a Cheer or a Jeer. We reserve all rights to edit your submission. And we reserve the right not to publish it if we feel it is slanderous or libelous. Send your opinion to [email protected] or post... Read more →


WHAT ARE THEY HIDING FROM YOU?
Has Crime Increased in Gloucester City?

The Gloucester City Mayor and Council are set to meet this Monday night, where they are anticipated to approve an important ordinance during its second reading aimed at expanding the police department. This proposed ordinance introduces two new roles: civilian police aides and non-sworn agents. Police Chief Brian Morrell, who also holds the position of temporary City Administrator, has advocated for these new roles. Currently, the police department operates with a dedicated team of 39 staff members. However, the ordinance does not specify the number of civilian aides and non-sworn agents that will be brought on board. Furthermore, it remains... Read more →


Gloucester City Old Timers Meeting October 27; You're Invited

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 21, 2024)(CNBNews)--The annual gathering of Gloucester City's Old Timers will take place on Sunday, October 27th, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Elizabeth Ballrooms, formerly known as the Highland Park Fire Hall. The venue is conveniently situated at the corner of Sylvan Ave. and Highland Blvd. The Old Timers Committee released the following statement: "We extend a warm invitation to all former male and female fans and athletes over the age of 50 to join us. It's an opportunity to reminisce and share your most cherished memories of playing on the gridiron and to recount... Read more →


NANU'S HOT CHICKEN TO GRAND OPEN NEW LOCATION

IN ROXBOROUGH WITH HUGE FOOD GIVEAWAY PLUS OPENING BLOCK PARTY BUSINESS NEWS Philadelphia, PA - Nanu's Hot Chicken will have its grand opening and cut the red ribbon for the first location in Roxborough on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6151 Ridge Avenue. Owners Ikram Rashid (who owns locations at Drexel and Chestnut Street) joins forces with two first-time Nanu's owners Dayem Pervaiz and Kashif Almas to bring the famous hot chicken sandwiches to Ridge Avenue! The trio will host a giant food giveaway with comp chicken and hot chicken meals (with fries) for hundreds of people starting at 4:00pm... Read more →


How Do You Celebrate Your 80th Birthday? CNBNews Editor Did It His Way

UPDATED WITH NEW PHOTOS/Oct. 19, 2024/7 PM William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Bull Elk, October 2, 2024 (CNBNews photo, camera Apple Pro Max 15) SEE VIDEO BELOW GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 18, 2024)(CNBNews)--In the warm month of July, the anticipation for my upcoming 80th birthday in October began to build. Picturing myself trying to blow out 80 candles on the top of the cake didn't excite me. It had to be something different from how I celebrated my birth in the past. Reflecting on previous years, I reminisced about the exciting experiences I had undertaken to celebrate those occasions.... Read more →


SEPTEMBER 2024 CHEERS AND JEERS

SPEAK OUT! Every month, CNBNews publishes a list of different topics and people who deserve either a Cheer or a Jeer. If you wish to contribute, we will publish your submissions without your name, but you must provide us with that information along with your phone number and email address. This information will not be made public. If you would like to contribute to the column, please send your comments to [email protected]. Written by CNBNews Staff CNBNews graphic file CHEER/JEER(you decide)—Recently, a man who owns many pit-bull-type dogs at his home on EAST Thompson Avenue in the Riverview Heights section... Read more →


CNBNEWS OPINION:

Censorship of the Public's Right to Speak is Hurting the Community of Gloucester City

"Our attorneys have advised us that we cannot prevent you from making remarks about our employees. They have requested that we advise you that our employees are not public officials and you are not immune to civil actions they may bring as a result of your remarks." Mayor Dayl Baile Mayor Baile's caution to residents before the public session of the Gloucester City Council meeting or other public meetings, regarding possible legal action for complaints about a city employee, may have inadvertently discouraged community members from speaking up. This warning, unprecedented in our many years of reporting on council meetings,... Read more →


Seeking Cheers and Jeers Suggestions for Sept. Column

If you have a Cheer or Jeer for September, please forward it ASAP. The deadline is September 30, 2024. Your opinion can be on any topic or about any public figure. Today’s technology opens up the entire world, meaning you can target anything or any public figure for a Cheer or a Jeer. We reserve all rights to edit your submission. And we reserve the right not to publish it if we feel it is slanderous or libelous. Send your opinion to [email protected] or post it below as a comment. If you don't want your name published, please let us... Read more →


PEYTON AND ME: Burning Leaves in Gloucester City or Anywhere in New Jersey Not Allowed

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ Sept. 8, 2024)--Last week, while walking Peyton, we saw smoke coming from the area of the two white buildings near the Wawa in the 1300-unit block of Market Street. As we walked past the Cold Springs School complex, a strong wind blew smoke into the school grounds. At times, the smoke was so thick that we couldn't see; my eyes were tearing, and it was causing me and Peyton to choke. My COPD made the situation worse, intensifying my coughing. As we got closer to Market Street, we found the source:... Read more →


CNBNews August 2024 Cheers and Jeers

CNBNews graphics JEER—CNBNews, I wanted to bring to your attention some concerns about the situation on Thompson Ave. There is a house where the owner is turning the garage into an apartment without obtaining the necessary permits. The person connected electricity to the garage by using an extension cord from the house to the garage and buried the cord in the ground. For water, the man connected a garden hose from the cellar, ran it to the garage, and buried the hose in the ground. Both the electrical and water hookups seem unsafe to me. The property remains poorly maintained,... Read more →


UPDATED:

Gloucester City's Police Chief Receiving $52K More Than the Average Chief in NJ and Elsewhere

WILLIAM E. CLEARY SR. | CNBNews Editor GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 15, 2024)--A CNBNews editorial released August 8, 2024 discussed the disbandment of the Woodynne Police Department and speculated that more police departments in New Jersey and across the nation might unite to address the high costs associated with union contracts for rank and file officers and salaries for top police department officials. That CNBNews opinion included a reference to the $185,000 salary for the part-time police chief that Mayor Dayl Baile and the City Council approved. According to ZipRecruiter, the Gloucester City Police Chief is making $52,000 more than... Read more →


CNBNews Exclusive: Rental Properties in Gloucester City Out-Number Homeowners

First published September 21, 2022 William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)(September 21, 2022)--Twelve years ago, we looked at the housing market in the City of Gloucester City. Former Mayor William James and the council were worried as blight was absorbing sections of the city. They were concerned too about the number of homes converted into apartments. The numbers today reveal that rental properties have increased from 1946 to 2,987 in 2022, or 1,041 more, according to records acquired in an OPRA request by CNBNews. When you compare the number of rentals to the number of residences... Read more →


Last Call! Submit Your Cheers & Jeers

Seeking Cheers and Jeers Suggestions for the Month of July 2024 Tuesday, July 23, 2024 If you have a Cheer or Jeer for the month of July, please forward it ASAP. Deadline is August 17, 2024. Your opinion can be on any topic or about any public figure. Today’s technology opens up the entire world, meaning you can target anything or any public figure for a Cheer or a Jeer. We reserve all rights to edit your submission. And we reserve the right not to publish it if we feel it is slanderous or libelous. Send your opinion to [email protected]... Read more →


CNBNews EDITORIAL:

Small Town Politicians and Their Mean-Spirited Attacks on the Media

In a previous CNBNews editorial, we strongly condemned the Mayor and Council for their failure to hire a full-time City Administrator, a crucial position in any administration. We vehemently criticized the governing body for paying the current part-time City Administrator and part-time Police Chief, Brian Morrell, an excessively high salary of over $225,000. After our editorial was published Morrell lashed out at us in a telephone conversation. His tirade was filled with innuendos, screaming, personal attacks, and foul language. At the time, we wondered whether he was in immediate need of anger management. To be fair, Chief Brian Morrell's treatment... Read more →


CNBNEWS OPINION: Will We See More Police Departments Join The CCPD

With the disbandment of the Woodlynne Police Department on Thursday the responsibility of policing the community now falls on the Camden County Police. This change is not unique, as other communities may soon undergo similar transformations. The rising costs, including excessive salaries and benefits, are becoming too much for taxpayers to sustain. For instance, the Gloucester City Police Department is located in one of the poorest communities in the state of New Jersey. Yet, police officers in that city receive an average salary of $127,000, making it the third highest-paid police department in Camden County. The community of Gloucester City... Read more →


Trump Released From Hospital; Assasin Killed

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews (Image courtesy of The Times of Israel) BUTLER, PA. (July 13, 2024)(CNBNews)—What a night! By now, everyone around the world knows that former United States President Donald Trump was shot Sunday evening during his rally in Butler, PA. The time was approximately 6:14 PM. As you watch the moments leading up to the assassination attempt you see President Trump turn his head to one side to speak with the people behind him. As he turns towards the front, he reaches up to his ear and then drops to the ground. Many of those in... Read more →


Memories of Gloucester City: The Rock Hall Crabbing Trip, Back in the Day

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews ROCK HALL, MARYLAND (JULY 6, 2024)-- The Maryland Fishing report we publish weekly has a picture of a man holding a gigantic Blue Claw Crab that he caught in the Chesapeake Bay. Seeing that photo brought back memories of the Rock Hall Gang from Gloucester City. For several years, between 50 and 100 men would travel to Rock Hall, Maryland, in the summer for an All-You-Can-Eat Crab picnic. The fee was nominal, maybe $25. It was 40 years ago, and most of the people who were involved have died. As such this reporter is... Read more →


OUR FACEBOOK ACCOUNTS BLOCKED

EDITOR'S NOTE--We apologize to anyone who has left us a message on our Facebook accounts and are waiting for our response. On May 28, 2024, Facebook blocked our CNBNews account and our personal account for allegedly abusing its login process. They provided no specific details about the violation. Presently, we have 560 notifications and numerous messages waiting for us to review. We created our Facebook accounts 16 years ago, in 2008, and have never encountered any issues with Facebook until recently. Our accounts have been blocked three other times since January 1, 2024. The account reopening process they require is... Read more →


In Response to Commission Cappelli's Remarks on the United States Supreme Court Rulings

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor This week, Camden County Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr., a prominent political figure in Camden County, strongly opposed two rulings of the United States Supreme Court. One concerned a homeless issue in an Oregon community, and the other pertaining to the Court's decision on the immunity of Presidents of the United States. I am seeking more information on Commissioner Cappelli Jr.'s track record in addressing homelessness during his 21 years in office. I distinctly recall instances where homeless encampments in Camden City were forcibly removed, and I'm interested in hearing about the specific... Read more →


MAY AND JUNE CHEERS AND JEERS

By CNBNews Staff Jean Has Officially Checked Out CHEER - After 43 years of dedicated service, Jean, a long-time employee of the Audubon Acme, has retired. "Jean, you have touched the lives of many South Jersey residents in so many ways over those four-plus decades. You comforted many customers when a family member was sick or died. And you always had a kind word for anyone who celebrated a special occasion. All of us will miss your warm smile and your cheerful conversations. Speaking on behalf of those individuals, thank you for being you. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Hugs from... Read more →


THIS IS INSANE! Illegal border crossers total more than the population of 44 states, 155 Countries

"Wake up, America! We are being invaded." ~CNBNews Border Patrol agents inspect a potential landing spot for illegal immigrants along the Rio Grande River in Texas. U.S. Customs and Border Protection By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor Jun 21, 2024 (The Center Square) – More than 12 million people have illegally crossed the border into the U.S. since 2021, data obtained and analyzed by The Center Square show. That includes the more than 241,000 apprehensions of illegal border crossers in May. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, the total number who’ve illegally entered the U.S. nationwide... Read more →


A One In A Million Guy

Andy Rooney was one in a million. At the end of '60 Minutes' he usually had Andy Rooney his own 10-minute segment that, unbelievably, was never censored by CBS. He's probably the only one who could have gotten away with this. Andy Rooney once said . . . “I don't think being a minority makes you a victim of anything except numbers. The only things I can think of that are truly discriminatory are things like the United Negro College Fund, Jet Magazine, Black Entertainment Television, and Miss Black America. Try to have things like the United Caucasian College Fund,... Read more →


Peyton and Me Traveling through Gloucester City, Wildwood Crest, Myrtle Beach

UPDATED 6/17/24 William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNEWS ANYONE DOWN THERE? --A few weeks ago Peyton found this uncovered manhole on Walnut Avenue in Gloucester City. The Public Works Department had placed a marker over it, but someone removed it. 700 BLOCK OF CHERRY STREET BECOMES DUMP SITE—For decades this area was just a vacant lot. But last year, the property was converted into a storage yard for industrial equipment, and a dumping site for old bricks and weeds. Residential homes are located in the same block. Why the Gloucester City Housing Office, along with the mayor and council, would... Read more →


Another "Mob Incident", Pennsauken Police Call for Mutual Aid; Third Time in Camden County

PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP, NJ (June 9, 2024)(CNBNews)--Several fights Saturday night among a large crowd of teenagers and young adults resulted in the early closure of the Township's annual Summer Kickoff Event. Similar mob fights between teens and adults have occurred recently in Gloucester City and Gloucester Township. Camden County authorities have not said the disturbances were connected in any way. There have also been similar brawls at New Jersey shore towns. READ: CNBNEWS REPORT HERE In a prepared statement, Pennsauken Police Chief James Olivio said, On Saturday, June 8, 2024, the Township of Pennsauken hosted the annual Summer Kickoff event at... Read more →


CCPD and Camden School District Create New Truancy Program with Hopeworks

(Camden City, NJ) – Since the pandemic took hold of the nation and the world in 2020, school districts everywhere have been negatively impacted by skyrocketing truancy. This is especially true in urban landscapes and Camden City was not immune to these national trends. Based on that, the Camden County Board of Commissioners will spearhead a multi-pronged partnership to create alternatives for Camden students who are no longer engaged in the traditional school system. This new program is rooted in identifying at-risk youth and then offering them an alternative by providing individuals a seat in the Hopeworks program. This time-tested... Read more →


Mob of 500 Invade Gloucester Township; Authorities Investigate Fights Down the Shore

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Veterans Park, 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ photo by Anthony Bellano GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNEWS)(JUNE 2, 2024)--Last night in Gloucester Township, hundreds of kids and young adults invaded Veterans Park where the annual Gloucester Township Day Event was being held. The Gloucester Township Police stated in a press release that while families were enjoying and awaiting the drone light show, officers working security at the event began to notice an influx of juveniles and young adults being dropped off at the event. Crowds of young people began congregating in large groups in... Read more →


President Donald Trump Found Guilty; Case May Affect Outcome of November's Election

By Brett Rowland | The Center Square 2 hrs ago (The Center Square) – A Manhattan jury on Thursday convicted former President Donald Trump on all counts in his hush-money case, a history-making verdict that could reshape the 2024 presidential election. Trump was convicted of 34 counts of falsifying business records for disguising hush money payments to an adult actress as legal costs ahead of the 2016 election. Under New York state law, falsifying business records in the first degree is a Class E felony that carries a maximum sentence of four years in prison. Judge Juan Merchan has yet... Read more →


CNBNews April/May 2024 Cheers and Jeers

CNBNews photo credit JEER--Approximately two years ago, the driver of a heavy-duty truck lost control of the vehicle and landed on the sidewalk in front of the CEDAR GROVE Cemetery on Market Street. When we first inquired about the delay in fixing the walk, we were told they were waiting on the insurance. Twenty-four months is long enough; fix the problem now. CNBNews photo credit JEER--The City of Gloucester City has received almost a million dollars to revamp the Johnson Blvd Jogging Park. However, despite the funding, the only visible changes have been the installation of new asphalt and the... Read more →


NJ Comptroller: State Police Knew Minority Motorists Received Adverse Treatment But Did Nothing

CNBNews contacted Kevin D. Walsh, the Acting State Comptroller in September 2023. We asked Mr. Walsh if some actions taken in 2023 and 2024 by the mayor, council, and the upper echelon of the police department were legal. The following month, the CNBNews Editor, William E. Cleary Sr., was cited for theft and trespassing at Cold Springs Elementary School. The two charges were never proven. Was it just a coincidence? Most likely. But we will never know. Related: JUSTICE FOR ALL, NOT JUST FOR SOME Posted by the New Jersey Comptroller on - 05/21/2024 TRENTON—Key policies and processes that were... Read more →


Is The Latest Development Plan for Gloucester City's Waterfront Just DEJAVU ?

Dorothy Philbin and William E. Cleary Sr. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 18, 2024)(CNBNews)-In the August 24, 2023 edition of the Courier Post, there was a large article about upscale apartments to be built at Freedom Pier. However, nine months later, little activity was observed. I wondered if this is another of the many construction projects planned for the waterfront that have fallen through over nearly 40 years. Many of them were announced right before an election. Once the election was over, the plans were put on the shelf to gather dust. Not too long ago, ClearysNoteBook listed the many failed... Read more →


Videos: Mobs of Teens Savagely Beat Victims

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews The two videos posted here first appeared on Twitter first. Hollywood Actor James Woods published both of them, one on April 26 and the other on April 27. There is no mention of where these attacks occurred or what caused the women and men to act so violently. Actor James Woods Woods did write, “White woman pummeled by a mob of black males. But, of course, it’s not a hate crime.” However, further research revealed that the video with the male teenagers occurred in March 2023 at a mall in San Fransico. Some of... Read more →


Gloucester City Taxpayers Buying PNC Bank Building

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 21, 2024)(CNBNews)--The mayor and council of Gloucester City are planning to purchase the former PNC Bank property located at 500 Monmouth Street. They are expected to approve a $550,000 bond ordinance to fund the purchase during Monday night's (April 22) council meeting. The bond will have a term of 20 years. The PNC office in Gloucester City ceased its operations several months ago. The building has served as a bank for over 75 years. The council is also expected to approve on second reading the police department's salary schedule for... Read more →


DEVELOPING STORY: Armed Officers Remove Young Man from Riverview Heights Home

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews photo provided At dawn on Wednesday, April 17, several armed officers raided a home in the unit block of East Thompson Avenue, Gloucester City. A young man was removed from the home in handcuffs. Below, residents tell CNBNews what they saw that morning. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (APRIL 21, 2024)--Early on the morning of Wednesday, April 17, the quiet Riverview Heights neighborhood in Gloucester City was disturbed by a loud banging noise. As the sun rose in the east, residents peeked out of their closed blinds to see a large group of armed men dressed... Read more →


GOOD BYE GLOUCESTER CITY

Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews For 115 years one member or other of my family has lived in Gloucester City. I am sad, in one way, to have left my hometown behind but I felt it was a necessity. I recently went through my yearbook and didn't see anyone I graduated with still in Gloucester City. Many have moved to Florida and are happy; happy enough to encourage classmates to move there with them. Gloucester City has always been a one-party city - that being Democratic. On January 2, 1933, the newly hired employees were listed in the Courier Post. Not... Read more →


BELIEVE IT OR NOT:

WAS THIS A MIRACLE ?

UPDATED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNews)--I underwent a medical procedure at Cooper University Hospital in Camden City in early January. Wheeled into the operating room I was administered sedation, and the next thing I remember, I was waking up in the recovery room. Once the sedation wore off, I was released. While waiting in the hallway for someone to push my wheelchair to valet parking downstairs, my wife Connie handed me my wedding ring. She had been holding it since jewelry was prohibited in the room during the surgery. As she hands me the ring,... Read more →


Send Us Your Cheers and Jeers

CNBNews is currently working on the "Cheer and Jeer" column for APRIL. It is also known as "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly." If there is anyone or anything you believe deserves recognition for either a positive or negative reason, now is the perfect opportunity to share your thoughts. CNBNews graphic file Send your remarks to [email protected] Everyone can participate. You need not be from Gloucester City. We also welcome comments from people living in neighboring communities or any state in the USA. DEADLINE IS, APRIL 14, 2024. WE appreciate your help. William E. Cleary Sr Editor Read more →


Justice Must Be for All, Not Just a Few

Recently, William E. Cleary Sr. CNBNews Editor and Publisher, and his son, William E. Cleary Jr., had to endure such a stressful situation due to false charges brought against them by the Gloucester City Police Department. Over several months they were summoned to court six times to answered charges of trespassing and theft that were never proven. Not knowning how many more times they would have to appear in court they pleaded guilty to a plea agreeement and each had to pay a $500 fine. It is even more disheartening to know that some of the people responsible for this... Read more →


Cleary's Faced With Mounting Legal Costs and Criminal Fines Surrender; Accept Plea Deal

"Never pick a fight with people who buy ink by the barrel." ~Mark Twain UPDATED/CORRECTED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor As some of you may already know, my son and I were charged with trespassing on the Cold Springs School property and accused of stealing a small child's bench last October. The bench in question was actually broken and discarded in a trash pile next to a dumpster. If I had managed to fix it successfully, I would have given it to one of my great-grandchildren. On October 10, a video of the two of us behind the... Read more →


CNB NEWS: February /March Cheers and Jeers

JEER—According to salary.com, the average salary for a Chief of Police in New Jersey is $131,100, with a typical range between $123,800 and $139,100. However, here in Gloucester City, the police chief is paid a salary between $125,000 and $240,000, but for some strange reason, the exact amount of this employee's compensation is not listed. This is a secret being kept from the taxpayers by their elected leaders, and it's unacceptable that such information is not disclosed. Once again, the residents are kept in the dark, and they are the ones paying the chief's salary. Shame on Mayor Baile and... Read more →


UPDATE: PARKING RESTRICTIONS AND NEW TIME HISTORIC BATTLESHIP NJ HEADED TO DRY DOCK AT THE PHILADELPHIA NAVY YARD

UPDATE: BATTLESHIP NEW JERSEY PARKING RESTRICTIONS GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (March 20, 2024)(CNBNews)--On Thursday, March 21st, parking along the east side of King St., from Market St. to Jersey Ave, will be prohibited from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Highway Department will post “No Parking” signs along King St. on Tuesday, March 19th. UPDATE--On Thursday, March 21st, there will be no parking along the east side of King St, from Market St. to Jersey Ave. The parking restrictions will be from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Highway Department will post “No Parking” signs along King St. on Tuesday, March... Read more →


Guest Opinion: A Salute To Bill "The Pen" Cleary

This article was first published in November 2013 By JOHN REYNOLDS Diary of a Madman Browsing the web the other day, checking up on the goings-on around town on my favorite local website, I was saddened to learn that after October 31, 2013, Bill Cleary will stop publishing new content to his site, ClearysNoteBook. The only independently run, small-town news source in South Jersey is shutting down. His site's been running since 2006 when he launched ClearysNoteBook onto the Internet after spending almost 40 years in the newspaper business in Gloucester City. Bill must be past retirement age, so I... Read more →