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Dean Hildebrand 70 year old male Severe Memory Loss Walked away from 1 Britton Place in Voorhees at approximately 1:45 pm in an unknown direction. Clothing not appropriate for the weather conditions. If seen, please contact Voorhees Police or your local police department. Read more →

The Philadelphia Police Department's Central Detectives Division is requesting the public's help in locating 67-year-old Victoria Onwuchekwa, who has been reported missing. Ms. Onwuchekwa was last seen at her residence on the 2300 block of N. 16th Street around 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 29th. She is described as 5'8" tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown eyes, brown hair, and a distinctive birthmark on her left cheek. Unfortunately, her clothing description is not available at this time. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Ms. Victoria Onwuchekwa, please contact the Central Detectives Division at 215-686-3093 or call 911... Read more →

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coast Guard assisted an overdue boater 10 miles offshore Matagorda, Texas, Monday morning. Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi watchstanders received a call at 11:45 p.m. Sunday from the wife of a boater stating her husband had not arrived at a planned destination near Ingleside, and was unable to contact him. Watchstanders issued an urgent marine information broadcast and launched a Coast Guard Station Port Aransas 45-foot Response Boat–Medium crew along with a MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew and a HC-144 Ocean Sentry air crew from Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi to commence search efforts. The... Read more →

Alert: Main St./S. Church St./Chester Ave. closed & No Parking on Main St. 1130am-2pm Sat. 12/7/24 for annual Lions Holiday Parade. Main St. in the business district, Chester Ave. and S. Church St. will be closed this Saturday 12/7/24 from 11:30am-2pm for the annual Lions Holiday Parade that starts at noon. No Parking will be permitted on Main St. between Chester Ave. and Church St. 11am - 2pm. Expect traffic delays in the area during the event. Please slow down and watch for pedestrians in the roadways during the event. Read more →

Source-Kaitlyn McCormick Around South Jersey, families of all sizes are preparing to celebrate the upcoming winter holidays. For many, this means elaborate spreads of foods and desserts. But, as anyone working to help solve issues of food insecurity will tell you, numerous families in South Jersey communities depend on donations from pantries, food drives and seasonal food initiatives. In the days leading up to Thanksgiving, members of many organizations and nonprofits prepared to assist those in need this season through meal distributions. In Camden, the Salvation Army members readied to hand out more than 1,000 turkey meals in partnership with... Read more →

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services, advises municipalities that the region will be under a Code Blue Advisory Friday evening to Wednesday morning. The Health Officer has issued the Code Blue advisory for Camden County effective from 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29 to 7 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30; 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 to 7 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1; 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 to 7 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2; 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2 to 7 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3; 7 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 3 to 7... Read more →

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coast Guard interdicted three lanchas and seized approximately 2,200 pounds of illegally caught fish in federal waters off southern Texas, Sunday. Coast Guard Station South Padre Island boat crews in coordination with Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi watch standers, Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi aircrews, and partner agencies located and stopped a total of 19 Mexican fishermen engaged in illegal fishing north of the Maritime Boundary Line. After interdicting the lanchas, Coast Guard personnel seized approximately 2,200 pounds of red snapper, along with fishing gear and highflyers on board the vessel. Coast Guard crews... Read more →

Please note that the following information is preliminary and subject to updates as more details become available. On Monday, November 25, 2024, at 11:49 PM, officers from the 19th and 18th Districts responded to a radio call reporting a "person with a gun/male shot multiple times" in the 5200 block of Market Street. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 33-year-old male victim lying on the highway with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Penn-Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 12:06 AM on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The victim's name is not currently releaseable. Anyone with... Read more →

On Monday, November 4, 2024, at approximately 8:00 pm, John DeMarco (age 58), was fatally struck by a motor vehicle while he was walking on Fries Mill Road in the area of Joseph Drive, Washington Township, New Jersey. Particulars regarding the accident, including time and place, as well as a description and photographs of the suspect vehicle, a silver Honda Civic, obtained from surveillance video, were released to the public on Friday, November 15, 2024. Through that distribution of information, the vehicle and the driver of the vehicle that struck DeMarco were identified by a concerned citizen. The citizen information,... Read more →

The following information is preliminary and subject to change; updates will be provided as they become available. A shooting in the 18th District is currently under investigation. At approximately 5:51 PM, on November 17, a Black male, identified as “John Doe,” was shot six times in the upper body near the 5700 block of Pine Street, reportedly while on the highway. Police transported the victim to Presbyterian Hospital, where he remains in critical condition. At this time, no motive has been identified, no weapons have been recovered, and no arrests have been made. The scene is being held as the... Read more →

I am raising funds for Liv Blymer. Liv is 19 years old and was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer when she was a Senior in High School in 2023. Soon after Graduation, Liv had her right ovary and fallopian tube removed. After months of recovery, Liv was able to start college and get a part time job at Target. She thought she was getting her life back. Then, in October of 2024, Liv was diagnosed with Liver cancer that unknowingly spread from her ovary. She will start chemotherapy on November 21st. Unfortunately, Liv has withdrawn from college and is no longer... Read more →

The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating 17-year-old Alyssa Novak, who was reported missing. On November 13, 2024, at approximately 10:20 PM, Alyssa left her residence on the 400 block of E. Locust Avenue and has not been seen since. She is described as 5’3”, weighing 137 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Her clothing at the time she went missing is unknown. Anyone with information on Alyssa Novak’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3053 or call 911. Your help in locating Alyssa is greatly appreciated. Read more →

The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 15-year-old from Whitman Park. Leysha Garcia-Lebron has been reported from her home on the 1600 block of Norris Street. She is described as a Hispanic female, 5’3”, 120 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing black pants and a black jacket. She is known to frequent Fairview and Mount Ephraim Avenue. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042. Read more →

The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating 14-year-old Morgan Stephens, who has been reported missing. Morgan is 5’5” tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Her clothing at the time she went missing is unknown. Morgan is known to frequent the Kensington and Allegheny area. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093 or call 911. Read more →

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. A homicide occurred in the 15th District on the 20XX block of E. Cheltenham Avenue at approximately 7:08 PM this evening. A 41-year-old Hispanic male was shot multiple times and transported to Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 7:33 PM. The motive for the shooting is currently unknown. No arrests have been made, and no weapons have been recovered. The scene remains under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or submit an anonymous tip via the PPD tipline at 215-686-TIPS (8477). A... Read more →

The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating 19-year-old Nyleema White-Bond, who has been reported missing. Nyleema was last seen by her mother on November 15, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., leaving her residence on the 1200 block of E. Chelten Avenue. She was reportedly on her way to her grandmother’s house. Nyleema is described as 5'3" tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown eyes and long black/auburn hair. Her clothing at the time she went missing is unknown. Nyleema is known to frequent the Art Museum area in Center City. Anyone with information about Nyleema White-Bond’s whereabouts... Read more →

The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing endangered person, Yanibel Blanco Rosa. Yanibel, 32 years old, The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing endangered person, Yanibel Blanco Rosa. Yanibel, 32 years old, was last seen by her father at their residence on the 6500 block of Torresdale Avenue at approximately 3:00 AM on November 11, 2024. She is described as 5'4" tall, weighing approximately 140 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. At the time of her disappearance, Yanibel was wearing black pants, a beige top, and Crocs.... Read more →

(Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 15-year-old from East Camden. Osberlina Cruz Dominguez has been reported from her home on the 3000 block of Clinton Street. She is described as a Hispanic female, 5’4”, 146 pounds, with brown eyes and dark red hair. She was last seen wearing black pants, a black shirt and black shoes. She is known to frequent East Camden and Trenton. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042. Read more →

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that a fox found in Gloucester Township has tested positive for rabies. On November 8, a Gloucester Township resident and their family member were walking their dog when a fox approached and attacked the dog. While separating the animals, the family member was bitten by the fox. The Animal Control Officer for Gloucester Township picked up the fox and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). On November 15, the... Read more →

New Jersey is under a drought warning due to unusually low precipitation, above-average temperatures, and deteriorating water supply conditions. New Jerseyans are urged to conserve water to help manage the State's water supplies. Because of the extremely dry weather, Stage 3 fire restrictions remain in effect. All open fires are prohibited, except those in elevated stoves using propane, natural gas, or electricity. Wood, charcoal, and kerosene torches are not allowed. These measures are important to limit fire risk. Conserve Water Read more →

The meeting is now expected to take place the first week in December. Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that Exelon has rescheduled this week's meeting, extending the timeline to allow for further preparation of their response. The meeting has now been rescheduled for the first week of December. "I am disappointed that this process has been delayed yet again by Exelon, but this better mean that they are developing a serious response and action plan to address the concerns of our community," said Congressman Van Drew. "Our discussions with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the... Read more →

(Camden, NJ) – The State Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has upgraded the state’s drought watch status to a drought warning as New Jersey continues to experience historically dry and warm conditions. Due to this development, the Board of Commissioners is urging residents to conserve water and adhere to the state’s fire restrictions. “Unfortunately, these dry and warm conditions have not weakened and have caused wildfires across the state to drastically increase,” said Commissioner Jon Young, liaison to the Office of Sustainability. “Residents are urged to continue conserving water as we endure these intensely dry conditions. This situation is ongoing,... Read more →

The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 17-year-old from Gloucester City. Yaseem Matthews been reported missing in Camden after last being seen near the corner of Mount Ephraim Avenue and Morton Street. He is described as a black male, 5’6”, 128 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a gray Under Armour track suit and black and white Under Armour sneakers. He is known to frequent Parkside, Centerville and Whitman Park. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042. Read more →

ROAD CLOSURE on Bayshore Road for VETERANS PARADE on Saturday, November 9, 2024 On November 9, 2024, Lower Township will be having its 7th Annual Veterans Parade on Bayshore Road in the Villas. The Parade will begin at 11:00 AM at the Villas Fire Department and will travel South ending at Lower Township Municipal Hall. Bayshore Road will be closed from Alabama to Village Road beginning at 10:30 AM on Saturday and will reopen immediately following the parade at approximately 1:00 PM. Please come out along Bayshore Road Saturday morning to show your support for and appreciation to our Veterans. Read more →

Camden, N.J. – A Pennsauken man was sentenced on Thursday to 27 years in New Jersey State Prison for the sexual assaults of two juvenile victims, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Police Chief Philip Olivo. On June 14, 2024, a jury convicted Henry Parker, 72, of two counts of first-degree Aggravated Sexual Assault, five counts of second-degree Sexual Assault, four counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child, five counts of third-degree Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, and one count of Engaging or Soliciting Prostitution of a Minor. On November 7, 2024, the court sentenced Parker... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA POLICE OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING Please note that the following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues. PHILADELPHIA – On Tuesday evening, October 29, 2024, Philadelphia police officers were involved in a shooting incident in the Kensington neighborhood. Officers were on patrol when they spotted a man who matched the description of a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of 23-year-old Felicity Vanatta on October 8, 2024. As the officers approached the suspect on the 3100 block of Reach Street, a foot chase began. During the chase, an officer saw the suspect with a gun... Read more →

Unprecedented Dry Spell and Declining Water Storage Supplies Prompt Virtual Public Hearing on Statewide Water Supply Drought Warning Hearing to be held Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 11 a.m. Due to unprecedented statewide dry conditions and rapidly worsening water supply indicators, including severely depleted groundwater levels and streamflow, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. At the hearing, State water supply officials will publicly review the circumstances and solicit comments from water providers and members of the public. Thereafter, DEP will determine whether to declare a Water Supply Drought... Read more →

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 →

In the 39th District, November 5, a shooting occurred on the highway at 3500 N 15th St at 11:16 AM. A 32-year-old male was shot twice in the right shoulder, once in the back, and once in the buttocks. He was transported by police to Temple Hospital, where he was placed in stable condition. The scene was held, but no arrests have been made, and no weapons have been recovered. This incident remains under active investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigations Group at 215-686-8270 or the PPD tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477).... Read more →

The Voorhees Township Fire Departments, along with mutual aid departments and the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, are operating on a large brush fire at the Evesham/Voorhees border. You may observe fire activity near Sturbridge, specifically at Simsbury Drive and Longwood Road. There will a noticeable smell of smoke in the area, however, no evacuations are necessary at this time. Please call 911 in case of an emergency. Read more →

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that a raccoon found in Haddonfield has tested positive for rabies. On October 22, a Haddonfield resident's dog and cat had an altercation with a raccoon in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer for Haddonfield picked up the raccoon and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). On October 28, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the animal was rabid. The ACO... Read more →

Following the antisemitic vandalism and attempted arson at Congregation Mikveh Israel, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has released the following statement: "Over the past several months, Congregation Mikveh Israel, one of the nation's most historic synagogues, has been repeatedly targeted by acts of antisemitic vandalism. October 22, these hateful attacks escalated into attempted arson. Let us be unequivocal: these are acts of antisemitism, a vile expression of Jew hatred that threatens not only the Jewish community but the very fabric of our American society. As the "Synagogue of the American Revolution," Congregation Mikveh Israel, established in 1740, holds a... Read more →

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that a raccoon found in Lindenwold has tested positive for rabies. On October 9, a Lindenwold resident's dog killed a raccoon in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer for Lindenwold picked up the raccoon and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). This week, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the animal was rabid. The ACO associated with Lindenwold and the dog... Read more →

PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public's help in locating 20-year-old Vanessa Graystone, who is wanted in connection with a shooting that took place on Monday, September 30, 2024. The incident occurred around 4:54 p.m. in the alleyway of the 1500 block of East Johnson Street. Officers responded to the scene and found a 29-year-old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. He was transported to Einstein Medical Center, where he is listed in critical condition. Vanessa Graystone is described as a 20-year-old female, 5'2" tall, with brown eyes and red hair. Her... Read more →

October 1, 2024-At approximately 3:12 PM, a shooting occurred in the 24th District at 27xx Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia. Victim 1, a 34-year-old male, was shot once in the right leg and transported to Temple University Hospital by Medic 45, where he is listed in critical condition. Victim 2, a 30-year-old male, was shot once in the lower right side of his back and was transported to Temple University Hospital by Medic AR2A, also listed in critical condition. At this time, no motive has been determined, and no arrests have been made. No weapons have been recovered. The scene remains under... Read more →

(Cherry Hill, NJ) – On Oct. 27, the Camden County Driving Range will close to the public for a $600,000 renovation project. The investment includes the complete replacement of the second level concrete deck, lighting upgrades and new fencing and work is expected to last until March. “The Camden County Driving Range is one of the most well used and loved amenities throughout our county park system,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Camden County Parks Department. “These upgrades will ensure that this facility can continue serving our community for years to come and I look forward to seeing... Read more →

Camden, N.J.- The driver in a hit-and-run crash in Camden on Wednesday has been identified and charged, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. Ajee Williams, 30, of Camden, has been charged with first-degree Murder. Williams turned herself in to authorities on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Camden County Police Department. On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at approximately 3:21 p.m., Camden County Police officers were dispatched to 7th Street and Tulip Street for a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. The victim was transported to Cooper University Hospital where she... Read more →

On Tuesday, the Board of Commissioners will celebrate the launch of the manufacturing engineering technology (MET) program at Camden County Technical School’s Gloucester Township Campus. The program is made possible through a $5.3 million grant from the state to expand career and technical education about vocational–technical school districts across New Jersey. October 1 also marks the beginning of Manufacturing Month which celebrates the contributions the manufacturing industry has made to our country. “Technical schools play a pivotal role in preparing our youth for the next chapter of their lives,” Commissioner Jonathan Young said. “So, investing in technical and vocational schools... Read more →

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 Carjacking in Gloucester City Informed Not Ignored CNBNews graphic files Let me be upfront with this first: I support our police. Now, let me get to what I don’t support: lack of communication. I follow most of the local police departments on Facebook. I like to be informed about what is going on in mine and other communities. Many police departments post reports about crimes that occurred with accurate descriptions of those accused as well as the crime they may have committed, remembering, as always, that those accused are innocent until proven guilty. It saddens me to find that... Read more →

Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Correspondent GLOUESTER CITY, NJ (APRIL 28, 2024)Over the past year two out of three Gloucester City banks have closed their local branches. There is now only one bank in Gloucester City, that being TD Bank. Many Gloucester City residents have no choice but to bank locally, but others have the option of going out of town to do their banking. THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY One of those out of town, banks is/was Republic First. There are several branches in the area but for those people who go to the Deptford Mall/Walmart area, there is/was one... Read more →

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 25, 2024)(CNBNews)--Today, April 25, at approximately 4 PM, there was a traffic jam on Market Street extending from the Calvary Cemetery to U.S. Route 130 in one direction and from the Rt. 42 overpass to Route 130 from the other direction It appeared that the main cause of the traffic jam was "Lookie-Loos," who slowed their vehicles to a crawl to gaze at the overturned car lying close to the corner sidewalk. It is uncertain if anyone was injured. It is not known what caused the accident. Five Gloucester City... Read more →

ACES FUNDRAISER Buy something on Wednesday, February 21 at Chipolete in Brooklawn and you will help the Alice Costello Elementary School's PTA. Remember! Your must purchase something on Wednsday, February 21 between the hours of 4 PM and 8 PM at the CHIPOTLE, IN Brooklawn in order for The ACES to benefit. Purchasing your item on any other day or before or after the hours of 4 PM and 8 PM that day wont count. And, it must be at the Brooklawn CHIPOTLE Read more →

updated Cleary's Trial Postponed...Once Again! William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews editor “Are you sure you want to become a reporter? If you are looking for a job that will make you renowned, you have chosen the wrong field." ~George F. Cleary Sr. Gloucester City News & Camden County Record publisher / Editor Emeritus GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 11, 2024)—As you know, on October 10, my son and I were charged by the Cold Springs School Resource Officer Brian Green with stealing a child’s bench, which we thought was trash. It had been lying on the asphalt behind the school... Read more →

Camden City, N.J.-(January 26 2024)(CNBNews)-- A Camden City man has been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting of a man in November 2023 that resulted in his death last month, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. On January 22, 2024, Marcus Davenport, 39, of Camden City, was charged with first-degree Murder in the death of Anthony Young, 38, of Camden City. Davenport was also charged with second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. Following an investigation, on January 22, 2024, Davenport... Read more →

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ--Tuesday, November 21, 2023, I appeared in Gloucester City Municipal Court to answer two trespassing charges for walking around the Cold Springs Elementary School and one theft charge. I took a children's bench that I thought was trash. When I learned that it wasn't trash, I contacted the police, returned the bench to the school, and placed it in the same trash pile from which I got it. At the November 21 hearing, I was given two choices: plead guilty or take the matter to trial. The penalty varies based on the... Read more →

By CNBNews Staff animated congratulations images CHEER—I would like to extend congratulations to Mayor Dayl Baile and the council members of Gloucester City, including George Berglund, James Johnson, Nancy Baus, Sam Budesa, Robert Page, and Derek Timm. They have made efforts to ensure that the residents they serve will not lose their title of living in the city with the highest property taxes in the state. It is noteworthy that Gloucester City has held this distinction since 2018 and is one of only 30 communities out of 565 in NJ that can boast of this honor. We are fortunate to... Read more →

Code Red for unhealthy air declared in Camden County (Blackwood, NJ) — Camden County is currently under a Code Red Fine Particles Action Day Alert due to smoke traveling from wildfires in Canada. This alert means that the air is unhealthy to breathe, and sensitive members of the public – including those with heart or lung disease, the elderly and the young people – may experience health effects. “Even if you aren’t classified as a sensitive individual or have pre-existing conditions, we are still recommending for everyone to try to minimize the time they are spending outside today,” said Dr.... Read more →

MAYS LANDING, NJ – On Wednesday June 21, 2023, Clinton Danks, 58, and Kristina Meyers, 37, both of Hammonton, NJ, were indicted by an Atlantic County grand jury for third-degree animal cruelty and third-degree possession of heroin. On November 17, 2022, police responded to a 911 call about a dog in distress at Wal-Mart in Hammonton. Bystanders called police after they saw a Yorkshire Terrier that appeared unresponsive and unable to breathe. When police arrived, they were met by a bystander attempting to aid the dog. An investigation determined that the dog was exposed to heroin by its owners, Danks... Read more →