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CORRECTED/UPDATED photo provided Congratulations to Bill Waters, who was recently inducted into the Wildwood Catholic Hall of Fame. Standing beside him is Bud Shodder. Waters, a resident of Gloucester City, dedicated 41 years to teaching English at the school, inspiring countless students along the way. Shodder, is a former faculty member at Gloucester High School, and a past resident of Gloucester City. Both men are graduates of Gloucester Catholic High School. ------------ WILDWOOD, NJ (JUNE 20, 2025)(CNBNews)--Longtime Gloucester City resident Bill Waters, a passionate educator who devoted 41 years of his life to shaping young minds as an English teacher at Wildwood Catholic High School, has recently been honored with an induction into the Wildwood Catholic High School Hall of Fame. A proud graduate of Gloucester Catholic's Class of 1966, Bill's influence has left an indelible mark on both his students and the Wildwood Catholic community. His high school classmate,... Read more →

$15,000 NEA Grant for funding end-of-the-year production withdrawn Philadelphia, PA (May 6, 2025)(CNBNews)-- With less than a month before opening night, the graduating class at Circadium School of Contemporary Circus has been dealt a devastating blow: the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has abruptly withdrawn a long-anticipated $15,000 grant that was to fund this year’s end-of-year production, The Garden of Earthly Delights. The decision leaves the show, scheduled to premiere May 30–31, 2025, as part of the Philadelphia Contemporary Circus Festival, in serious jeopardy. CNBNews graphic files The cancellation appears to stem directly from a wave of Executive Orders signed by President Donald Trump, which, alongside a broader slate of authoritarian-leaning directives associated with Project 2025, appear designed to dismantle the charitable arts and culture sector in the United States. The grant was applied for and is due in 2024, and has been in motion for over one year.... Read more →

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL TOM IACOVONE! To all of our loyal Gloucester Catholic supporters -- YOU DID IT! Thank you for helping GCHS reach and exceed our 2025 Philanthropy Campaign goal of $200,000 in the best campaign in school history!! Hear all the details along with a special message from Principal Tom Iacovone. Click Here or on Graphic Above for Video from Tom Iacovone Also, watch for the final Class Challenge results early next week. Once again, thank you from Gloucester Catholic! Check out the different ways you can donate to Gloucester Catholic's Philanthropy Campaign 2025: Ways to Donate!! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE TO MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Read more →

Join Us for the Inaugural Rams on Ridgeway! Calling all Ram family! We’re excited to invite you to our first-ever Rams on Ridgeway event on Saturday, April 26, 2025! Come back to school, walk the halls, and reconnect with old friends and memories. Find your old lockers, grab a drink, and enjoy the nostalgia – all without the risk of detention! Tickets are $30 per person and include all the food and fun, this is a BYOB event. Click here to register today! We can’t wait to welcome you back to the GC halls. Don’t miss out on the fun! Any questions, email [email protected] Read more →

Calling all Ram family! We’re excited to invite you to our first-ever Rams on Ridgeway event on Saturday, April 26, 2025! Come back to school, walk the halls, and reconnect with old friends and memories. Find your old lockers, grab a drink, and enjoy the nostalgia – all without the risk of detention! Tickets are $30 per person and include all the food and fun, this is a BYOB event. Click here to register today! We can’t wait to welcome you back to the GC halls. Don’t miss out on the fun! Any questions, email [email protected] Read more →

Gloucester Catholic's Philanthropy Campaign 2025 is ready to launch starting on March 10 -- and several Ram alumni are starting to make a key impact in helping students receive a GC education! All alumni and supporters should have now received their Philanthropy Campaign 2025 letter from Principal Thomas Iacovone. Click below to view the letter. Click Here to View Philanthropy Campaign Letter from Principal Tom Iacovone We are pleased to announce that several alumni have pledged leadership donations of $5,000 or more to support GC's largest fund-raiser of the year that benefits our students! Thank you to the following alumni: George Batavick '66 -- Dominican Level Joe and Dawn Rubino '95 -- Dominican Level Tom '70 and Mary Iacovone -- Maroon Level John '64 and Mary Smithson -- Ram Level Neil McPeak '75 -- Ram Level We invite you to make a Leadership Gift at one of the following club... Read more →

On February 14, 2025. (nee Sarlo) Age 86. Of San Tan Valley, Arizona. Formerly of Marlton, Barrington, and Gloucester City. Cherished wife of the GINNY TAVENER late Warren W. Tavener. Beloved mother of Thomas A. Tavener, Tammy Tavener, Stephanie (Adrian) Montez (nee Tavener), and the late Tracy Lynn Evans (nee Tavener). Adored companion for many wonderful years of Ken Welsh. Beloved grandmother of Heather Jackson, Adam Jackson, Bryan Jackson, Tara (Jason) Stone, Jamie (Jonathan) Pagan, Kimberly Belcher, Jonathan Beres, Sage Tavener–Campos, Adrian Montez, Priscilla Montez, and the late Danielle Jackson. Devoted great-grandmother of 25 and 3 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Connie (Bill) Cleary and the late Denise Kruger. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Virginia was born in Woodbury and raised in Gloucester City. She was a proud graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School, Class of 1956. Virginia married Warren Tavener and moved to Barrington, then to Marlton.... Read more →

We hope your New Year has gotten off to a peaceful start for you and your family. The school year is in high gear and many exciting things are happening at Gloucester Catholic!   Mr. Tom Iacovone and members of the GCHS Student Council give Coadjutor Bishop Joseph Williams a tour of our school. Christmas Appeal 2024 Campaign -THANK YOU for all who made a contribution to this year’s Christmas Appeal. As we close out our Christmas Appeal 2024 Campaign, we are pleased to announce that we have raised over $51,000 thanks to your generosity and support! You have made such a lasting and profound impact in helping us continue the tradition and excellence that define Gloucester Catholic! Scholars Program Campaign- We are pleased to announce six new Scholars Program Scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year. This program provides scholarship money to the student for each of their four years... Read more →

Join Us for 1st Annual John and Matty Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Outing July 25th at Running Deer Golf Club! Proceeds Benefit Gloucester Catholic Students Save the date for Gloucester Catholic's 1st Annual John and Matty Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Outing to be held Friday, July 25, 2025 at Ron Jaworski's Running Deer Golf Club in Pittsgrove, NJ. See below for more details and to purchase golf registrations and sponsorships. Click Here to View the John and Matty Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Outing Website Proceeds from the John and Matty Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Outing benefit tuition assistance for Gloucester Catholic High School students. Registration prices are as follows: $250 per Golfer / $1,000 per Foursome! 2025 Online Registration and Sponsorship Payment Form (Click Here or on Graphic Below) Read more →

Gloucester Catholic Announces Class of 2025 Inductees! Annual Banquet Set for April 15th at The Sapphire Grand! Gloucester Catholic High School will host its 3rd Annual Hall of Fame Banquet on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at The Sapphire Grand Ballroom in Almonesson, NJ, the Hall of Fame Executive Committee has announced. Proceeds from the Hall of Fame Banquet benefit Gloucester Catholic High School. The Inductees of this prestigious class include: Arts/Academics/Educators Jane Woods ’42 Jack Collins ’60 George Batavick ’66 Special Recognition Dr Jim Bonner ’72 Matty Gaudreau ’13 Athletics Al Radano ’60, Baseball Dr Bill Somerset ’64, Boys’ Basketball Thomas Iacovone, Sr. ’70, Football John Yowler ’80, Baseball, Boys’ Basketball, Football Mandy Moraca ’05, Girls’ Soccer Teams 1967 Football 1972 Boys Basketball 1979 Girls Basketball Click here to View the GCHS Hall of Fame 2025 Banquet Website Proceeds from the Hall of Fame Banquet benefit Gloucester Catholic High School.... Read more →

We are excited to invite you to the 19th Annual GCHS Basket Auction! This special event brings together the GCHS community for an evening of fun, prizes, and support for our school. Event Details: * Date: Friday, April 4th * Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM * Location: The Sapphire Grand, Deptford, NJ * Cost: $65 per person Tickets must be purchased in advance by March 1st, 2025. Please view the attached flyer and registration form below for more details and to secure your tickets. Click Here to Purchase Basket Auction Tickets Calling All Alumni for Support We’re also seeking the generous support of our alumni to make this event a success. Here’s how you can help: Amazon Wish List: Donate easily by selecting an item from our curated wish list. Click Here to View Amazon Wish List Sign Up Genius: Choose an item or task to contribute to the... Read more →

Rev. Vincent J. O'Malley, CM GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNews)(January 9, 2025)--Niagara University, 5795 Lewiston Road, Niagara University, NY 14109, and the Department of Athletics mourns the loss of Rev. Vincent J. O'Malley, C.M., who passed away Monday evening, January 6, 2025, at St. Catherine's Infirmary in Philadelphia. Vince's GCHS graduation photo Father O'Malley, a dedicated educator and spiritual leader, graduated from Gloucester Catholic High School in Gloucester City, NJ, in 1963. He spent his formative years in the close-knit community of Paulsboro, NJ. In 2017, the Rams Alumni Association presented him with the Thomas J. Stewart Award for service. A distinguished inductee of the Niagara Athletics Hall of Fame in 2017, O'Malley has been a driving force in NU Athletics for decades. As Executive Vice President, he took the lead in developing the university's athletic fundraising initiatives, working closely with the advancement office to achieve remarkable results. image source Niagara... Read more →

  Gloucester Catholic's Annual Christmas Appeal is currently in progress. Make an online donation to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Three Ways To Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE OR ON GRAPHIC TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Once a Ram... Always a Ram Read more →

Support Gloucester Catholic's Christmas Appeal 2024! Your Generous Gift Benefits GC Students! Gloucester Catholic's Annual Christmas Appeal has arrived in your homes! We appreciate your online or general mail donation to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition! Don't forget that your donation is not only a great way to support GC students -- but it also serves as an excellent end-of--year tax deduction! Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Click here for Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone, Jr. Three Ways To Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE OR ON THE GRAPHICS TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Once a Ram... Always a Ram Read more →

Washington, DC (December 11, 2024)--- New Jersey Republican Congressman Van Drew, in a press release, said today that the drones flying over his state are coming from an Iranian drone mothership. He has been meeting with officials to gather information on these incidents, which he believes could be part of a much larger national security threat. "What we have uncovered so far is deeply troubling," said Congressman Van Drew. "There is circumstantial evidence that suggests these drones could be the work of foreign adversaries, specifically Iran. Right now, we know that there are drones flying in from the direction of the ocean. We also know there is an Iranian drone mothership that is missing from port in Iran, with a timeline matching the emergence of these drones. The time to act on this information is now before the threat escalates any further. These drones are intentionally flying in uncontrolled airspace,... Read more →

ORLANDO'S Babe Ruth team (Gloucester City, NJ)(CNBNews)--(Top) Coach Earl Brandt, Bill Gross, John Bartley, Jake Miller, Bob Bevan, Knute Cogan, Al Brill, Jim Talley, (unknown) (Bottom) ? Fredhoff, George Strobel, ? Viereck, Skip Grandizio, Jack Brandt, Rickie Hancock, Matt Mullin, Jack Collins EDITOR'S NOTE: We do not have all the player's names, as some are unknown to us. The team was sponsored by the former Orlando's Bar, which was once located at 500 Paul Street. The owner Frank Orlando sponsored sports teams in Gloucester City for many years. This particular team participated in the BABE RUTH LEAGUE, around the year 1956. The age range of the players was between 13 and 15. If you can help us fill in some of the blanks, send the information to [email protected] . Founded in 1951, Babe Ruth Baseball League was created for ballplayers ages 13-15 who wished to continue their baseball playing experience... Read more →

Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew R. Gaudreau attended Gloucester Catholic HS (Photo courtesy of Gloucester Catholic HS) OLDMANS TOWNSHIP, NJ (December 6, 2024)(CNBNews)--Additional information regarding the tragic deaths of NFL star Johnny Gaudreau, 31, and his brother, Matthew R. Gaudreau, 29, was released today, December 6, 2024, by the Salem County Prosecutor's Office. NJ Advance Media obtained this redacted information through an Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request. Also forthcoming is body camera footage from the New Jersey State Police related to the arrest of Sean M. Higgins, 44, who has been charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide in connection with the deaths of the Gaudreau brothers. video courtesy of NJ.com Higgins was also issued citations for driving while intoxicated, consuming alcohol in a motor vehicle, having an open alcohol container in a vehicle, improper passing, reckless driving, and making an unsafe lane change. The brothers were cycling on... Read more →

Gloucester Catholic's Annual Christmas Appeal will arrive in your homes shortly. Be among the first to make an online donation to support Ram students and their families who need tuition assistance. Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Three Ways To Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE OR ON GRAPHIC TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Once a Ram... Always a Ram   Read more →

Join Us in Supporting GCHS Students at the 19th Annual Basket Auction! Dear Alumni and Supporters, Thank you for your ongoing support of Gloucester Catholic High School (GCHS). Your generosity and commitment make a profound difference in the lives of our students, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our community. We’re excited to announce that our 19th Annual Basket Auction is coming up on Friday, April 4th, 2025, at the Sapphire Grand in Deptford, NJ! This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year, with 100% of the proceeds directly benefiting our students. With Black Friday deals happening now, it’s the perfect time to find great items for basket donations! Your contributions are vital in helping us create an incredible auction experience, and these deals offer a fantastic opportunity to snag amazing items at discounted prices. We’ve made donating easy: SignUpGenius: Click here to sign... Read more →

Tacoma, Washington – Formerly of Gloucester City, NJ.- On November 17, 2024. Age 61. Loving father of Justin M. Nolan (Donna – Mother). Devoted step-father of Rebecca Alvord. Beloved Son of the late John F. Nolan, Sr. and Kathryn Mary Nolan (nee Bennett). In the loving care of his devoted siblings: Jo Ann (Bill) Lenover, Pat (Larry) Eggert, John (Leslie) Nolan, Jr., Kate (Jimmy) Rusk, Joseph (Kim) Nolan and the late Bernice Nolan. Cherished uncle to 4 nieces, 5 nephews, 7 great-nieces, 9 great-nephews and many cousins. Dear nephew of Theresa (late Thomas) Nolan and Ruth (late Mike) Nolan. Michael was born in Woodbury, NJ and raised in Gloucester City. He attended St. Mary’s Grammar School in Gloucester City from 1st grade to 8th grade and graduated in 1977. Michael received his Baptism, First Holy Communion and Confirmation in St. Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City. He was a graduate... Read more →

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. Newark police officers were seen early in the morning before sunrise walking down the business center, shooting out those windows with a shotgun. (Pinterest photo) +++++ NEWARK, NJ (August 1, 2024)(CNBNews)--Although the Newark riot in 1967 happened 57 years ago, the memory of that time is still fresh in my... Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ - Ryan Cleary's goal in the 74th minute was the game winner as #12 Rowan rallied for a 3-1 win over Stockton in the 2024 NJAC Men's Soccer Championship. It is the Profs' 17th title all-time and the second in the last three years. Rowan (12-4-5), in the midst of an eight-game winning streak, receives the conference's automatic bid to the NCAA Championship, with bracket to be announced on Monday at 1:30 p.m. on NCAA.com. The top-seeded Profs faced a 1-0 halftime deficit after third-seeded Stockton (9-6-6) scored in the 40th minute. Joseph Carbone gathered a through ball from Ernst Louisius and connected into the far right corner of the net. It was the first goal scored on Rowan in eight games. Rowan came out firing in the second half and the rally began in the 70th minute when Jake Homowitz centered it to Emiliano Pavia, who scored... Read more →

FINAL CALL!! Support Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Campaign Ending Nov. 8th   Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Report Campaign donations have reached 82% of our $40,000 goal. Won't you consider making an IMPACT donation? This is our FINAL CALL as the campaign ends Friday, November 8th, 2024 -- see details on ways to donate below and listen to message from Principal Thomas Iacovone (click below). Click Here to View Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The easiest way to make a donation is through Venmo or our secure online donation portal. See three easy ways to donate below: Three Ways to Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway... Read more →

Support Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign Ending Nov. 8th!   Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Report Campaign donations have reached 75% of our $40,000 goal. Won't you consider making an IMPACT donation? The campaign ends Friday, November 8th, 2024 -- see details on ways to donate below and listen to message from Principal Thomas Iacovone (click below). Click Here to View Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The easiest way to make a donation is through Venmo or our secure online donation portal. See three easy ways to donate below: Three Ways to Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Click Here... Read more →

Gloucester Catholic Hall of Fame Now Accepting Nominations for 2025 Banquet!   Click on Image Below to Make Your Nominations! We are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Gloucester Catholic Hall of Fame through December 1, 2024. Alumni, parents, faculty, staff, administrators, and friends may make nominations. The 3rd Annual Hall of Fame Banquet will be held on April 15, 2025 at Sapphire Grand Ballroom, formerly Auletto's. Save the Date! The following are the categories of recognition: Arts & Academics - Alumni, teachers or friends of Gloucester Catholic High School who have distinguished themselves in the field of the arts or by outstanding achievements through scholarship, service, and leadership so as to reflect honor and distinction. Athletics - Coaches, Players or Teams of Gloucester Catholic High School who have established distinctive records of achievement in athletics, which would make them deserving of recognition. Special – Those alumni or friends of... Read more →

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 the greatest football games between the Gloucester Catholic Rams and the Gloucester High Lions." "The older we get, the better we are. This will be our 41st meeting of this organization, and the price remains at just $10 per head for food and beer. Come out and reminisce about the... Read more →

Click on Cover Below to View Full Report!   Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The easiest way to make a donation is through Venmo or our secure online donation portal. See three easy ways to donate below: Three Ways to Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Read more →

Deacon Kevin Heil welcomes back students on the first day of school Greetings from Gloucester Catholic Gloucester Catholic is open for business and the halls are filled with many new Rams. The New Year always brings a feeling of excitement and new hope. This year is no exception! After a summer of hard work and labor we are proud to announce the reopening of the Main Entrance and Offices, first floor classrooms and Alumni Hall. Because of the generosity of our alumni and friends we were able to invest over $300,000 in capital improvements to our campus. As the school year grows we are looking forward to new additions to Alumni Hall and the creation of our Hall of Fame Hallway! The opening of this section of the school and the fresh paint and renovations has only added to the excitement of the new school year. Upcoming Gloucester Catholic Events... Read more →

UPDATED/CORRECTED MEDIA, PA--Funeral services were held on Monday, September 9 for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, Media, PA. A video of the services provided by Global News appears below. “The fact that you are both together now in heaven gives me a little bit of comfort,” Meredith Gaudreau, John’s widow and the mother of their children, said while speaking to mourners at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, Pa. “Matty was so excited to play alongside his brother,” said Matthew’s widow, Madeline, who also spoke at the funeral. “They were attached at the hip. +++++ Higgins Faces a Maximum of 20 Years in Prison Sean Higgins, the driver who hit and killed National Hockey League star Johnny Gaudreau, age 31, and his brother Matthew, age 29, will remain in the Salem County Correctional Center until his trial, according to NJ.com. Although his attorneys argued... Read more →

OLDMANS CREEK NJ(September 4, 2024)(CNBNews)--On Thursday, August 29th, Johnny and Mathew Gaudreau were tragically struck and killed by a man driving a Jeep vehicle while cycling in Oldmans Creek, Salem County. The two brothers, both alums of Gloucester Catholic, were renowned hockey players at the school and at Boston College before achieving stardom in professional hockey. On Friday, August 30, CNN reported that the Philadelphia Phillies held a moment of silence at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia to honor the Gaudreau brothers before their game against the Atlanta Braves. Fans of Major League Soccer’s Columbus Crew, Ohio State’s football team, and several other baseball teams also showed their respect for the two men. Gloucester Catholic is holding a Silent Night of Remembrance on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the GCHS gymnasium to honor John and Matthew Gaudreau. The event is open to the Gloucester Catholic... Read more →

On Sunday, September 1, NJ.com released a story that provided more information about the alleged drunk driver who hit brothers Johnny and Mathew Gaudreau with his vehicle. According to the article, the driver, Sean Higgins, 43, is a major in the New Jersey National Guard and is employed by the non-profit substance abuse company, Gaudenzia, headquartered in Pennsylvania. A military source confirmed his background to NJ Advance Media on Sunday. Johnny, 31, a star in the National Hockey League, and his brother Matthew, 29, who also played professional hockey, were riding their bicycles north on County Road 551 in Oldmans Township, Salem County, when Higgins hit them. The suspect was driving an SUV, according to the State Police. They were both pronounced dead at the scene. The brothers were alumni of Gloucester Catholic High School, Gloucester City, NJ. Matthew Gaudreau was a former ice hockey coach at the school. (See... Read more →

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews His wife, Meredith, shared this heartfelt photo on Instagram alongside a caption expressing her deep love and loss. She wrote, "Thank you for the best years of my life. Despite losing you, I am still the luckiest girl in the world to have been yours. I love you so, so much. You were perfect. Some days it felt too good to be true. I love every single thing about you. You are my forever, and I can’t wait to be with you again. I love you so much, forever and ever."" (more photos here) ++++++ OLDMANS TOWNSHIP, NJ (August 31, 2024)--Columbus Blue Jackets hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, were struck by an allegedly drunk driver on Thursday, August 29, and killed. The accident occurred near their home in Oldmans Township, Salem County, according to the State Police. Johnny Hockey and his... Read more →

John J. Sacca, Sr. November 1, 1941 - August 19, 2024 John J. Sacca, Sr., age 82, of Delran, NJ, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Anthony and Cecelia Sacca of Palmyra, NJ. John was a longtime teacher and coach for the Palmyra School System. He was a 1959 Graduate of Camden Catholic High School and attended Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, NC where he received his BA in History, and later earned his Master’s Degree from Glassboro State College, now Rowan University. John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Peg Sacca (nee Brumbach), and his sisters, Sr. Cecelia Sacca and Mary Beth Sanford (the late Roy). Also surviving are his children, Tricia Sacca Fabbri (Paul), Tony Sacca (Michelle), John Sacca, Jr. (former wife, Nicole), and Ralph Sacca (Cristen). He is also survived by;... Read more →

Henry "Hank" Clifton, a South Jersey resident, has invented a new sport that he calls "Jersey Handball." Hank said it was founded six years ago as a cluster of ideas intended to make a new, safer form of football for spring Read more →

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 guessing at the amount. Only men were allowed. Usually, it wasn't advertised because those running it didn't want it to become too large. Eventually, that was the main reason why it was stopped. This was "Back in the Day" in Gloucester City"; the year was 1980. The population of Gloucester... Read more →

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 The Clearys, Tusseys, Woods families, and your Many Friends" CHEER--Mike Shannon (Bellmawr, NJ/Triton Regional) of Rowan is one of 10 student-athletes to be named to the 2024 Philly-SIDA Academic All-Area Baseball Team, as recognized by the area's Sports Information Directors. The team is selected by votes from 30 four-year institutions... Read more →

Madeline M. Angelastro (nee Duff) of Egg Harbor Township, formally of Woodbury, passed away on June 15th, 2024 at the age of 86. Family Madeline is the only child of the late Walter and Madeline (nee McAuliffe) Duff, born on April 21st, 1938, in Philadelphia, Pa. Madeline grew up in National Park and attended Gloucester Catholic High School where she was named prom queen of the graduating class of 1956. While attending high school, Madeline was fortunate enough to meet the love of her life, the late Michael Angelastro (2010). The two married in 1958 and spent a loving 52 years together. The pair became instantly inseparable, creating a love story rooted in friendship, honesty, and passion. Together Michael and Madeline loved to travel and spend time down the shore.They held so much love in their hearts for one another, and decided to share it by welcoming their three beautiful... Read more →

Congratulations to Matt Murphy '20 and Ethan Guldin '20 on their graduation from the United States Naval Academy last week. It's rare for two students from the same school to be accepted into one of our country's Service Academies, and even rarer for both of them to make it through. We are extremely proud of you both! #RamsForever @camdendiocese Read more →

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ --The Johnny Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Tournament, slated for Friday, July 26, 2024, at Ron Jaworski’s Blue Heron Pines Golf Club in Egg Harbor City, NJ, will provide families with financial need the opportunity to give their sons and daughters a Gloucester Catholic High School education. All proceeds directly fund student tuition assistance. Gloucester Catholic is a school with an inspiring tradition. Since 1926, GCHS has offered an education grounded in academic excellence, Christian values and Ram Pride. The school’s unique family atmosphere enables young adults to grow and mature in a safe and secure setting, as it inspires a life of professional success and service beyond self. Your support of the Johnny Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Tournament will help to continue the Gloucester Catholic Advantage for another generation of Young Rams. A lot of great kids are counting on you! Golf Tournament Schedule of Events 7th Annual Golf... Read more →

NEW YORK, N.Y. – Former Fairfield University Women's Basketball Head Coach Dianne Nolan was one of four recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award given annually to individuals who demonstrated Lapchick-like characteristics. Among those values are commitment to excellence, integrity, inspiration, leadership, legendary, courage, trustworthiness, and confidence. Nolan was an instrumental figure in the development of the Fairfield Women's Basketball program. She led the Stags for 28 years, including the program's transition to the Division I stage. During her Fairfield career, she amassed 456 victories, including three Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Championships and four NCAA Tournament appearances. She was a five-time MAAC Coach of the Year and mentored 28 All-MAAC First Team selections as well as 12 future Fairfield Athletics Hall of Famers. In her career, Nolan compiled 575 victories, which rank in the top-50 all-time in Division I. She was inducted into the Fairfield Hall of Fame in... Read more →

Pictured holding 2023 National Championship Trophy Defending National Champions, L-R Coach Greg Chew, Head Coach Rob Valli and Gloucester City Grad Coach Austin Darrow DEPTFORD, NJ (May 28, 2024)(CNBNews)--Rowan College of South Jersey, located in Deptford, will enter the Junior College World Series Championship game in Auburn, NY, as the only unbeaten team left. Rowan will face the winner of the Dallas College Eastfield—Dallas College Richland game. The winner of this game will need to beat RCSJ twice to defeat the defending National Junior College Champions. RCSJ needed to win three games on Sunday, May 19, on their home field to win the Region 19 Championship and advance to the World Series. Two of those wins were against #3 Nationally Ranked Northampton from Pennsylvania. The Roadrunners responded to the challenge to win their 26th Regional 19 Title. In Region 19 Championship play, former Gloucester Catholic standout RJ Mastaro from Westville... Read more →

Rowan college of South Jersey, in Deptford Twp the number one ranked team in the country and defending World Series champions, Hosted the region 19 Junior college baseball playoffs this past weekend. Entering the weekend as the number one ranked team in the country and the number one seed in the region, the Roadrunners were upset in the first round by number 4 seed Northampton junior college of Pennsylvania The Roadrunners were now forced to win three games over the weekend. The Double elimination tournament was to continue on Saturday, but the weather had different ideas. With a rainy Saturday all games were postponed until Sunday. On Sunday roadrunners were forced to defend the region 19 title by winning three games in one day If they wanted to head to the national junior college World Series, to Their national , they were going to win three games in one day.... Read more →

Frank A. DiGiacomo, on May 9, 2024, age 84 of Cherry Hill, NJ. Beloved father of Frank A. (Kelly) DiGiacomo, Jr. and the late Vincent M. DiGiacomo. Loving grandfather of Emily DiGiacomo and Michael DiGiacomo. Born and raised in Camden, NJ and attended Gloucester Catholic High School and St. Joseph's University. A long time Advertising/Publishing Executive who spent much of his career Bobit Business Media. Frank was an avid and well-travelled golfer who will be missed and remembered by many family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation and funeral on Wednesday morning, May 15 from 10:00AM to 11:30AM at The Catholic Community of Christ Our Light Church, 402 North Kings Hwy., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:30AM Wednesday. Interment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr, NJ. Arr. by BOCCO FUNERAL HOME of Cherry Hill. To send flowers to the family or plant a... Read more →

PITMAN, NJ – Rowan senior Mike Shannon has been named the 2024 NJAC Pitcher of the Year, as the league’s awards were announced today. Additionally, Shannon and Tyler Cannon earned All-Conference First Team honors, while Patrick Defeciani, Jason Morgan, Dylan Maria were also selected to the All-NJAC Second Team and Chris Serrano received All-NJAC Honorable Mention. Shannon (Bellmawr, NJ/Triton Regional) becomes the seventh Rowan player to earn the conference’s top pitcher award and the third Prof in four seasons to do so. He also earns All-NJAC honors for the second year in a row as he was named to the Second Team in 2023. The righthander tops the NJAC with his 3-2 and 0.89 ERA in conference games, while he has also worked a league-high 40.1 innings. He has won his last four starts, going seven or more innings in each, while tossing a complete-game shutout against TCNJ. Overall, he... Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ – Senior Tyler Cannon (Clayton, NJ/Gloucester Catholic) set the school record for doubles in a career and Jason Morgan had two doubles and two triples on the day as #19 Rowan swept New Jersey City by scores of 19-3 and 18-2, to close out the regular season on "Senior Day". The Profs (24-11; 8-10 NJAC) earn the fifth seed in this week's NJAC Championship and will travel to second-seeded Kean on Tuesday, for a first-round game. Cannon hit two doubles in the second game, which gave him 57, breaking the Rowan career record of 56, which was set by Hall of Famer Mike Rucci (2002-05). The Profs totaled 38 hits and 37 runs in the doubleheader. Morgan, Karson Harcourt, and Marco Mannino had five hits apiece while Cannon had eight RBI, Harcourt had seven and Morgan and Phil Sedalis drove in five runs each. Prior to the game,... Read more →

GLASSBORO, NJ- Senior Tyler Cannon (Clayton, NJ/Gloucester Catholic) slugged two home runs, one which was the 200th hit of his career, to lead #19 Rowan past Immaculata, 9-5, in non-conference baseball action this afternoon. The Profs are now 21-10 (7-7 NJAC) heading into the final four regular-season games. Cannon went 2-for-4, scoring three runs and driving in four. He hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning to give Rowan a 6-0 lead. That would be the milestone hit, the 200th in his three seasons with the Prof. He duplicated the effort in the sixth, with another two-run home run. It marked the second time this year he had a pair of home runs in a game, as he did so in the season opener. Freshman Brayden Davis pitched the final three innings, only allowing one run, and striking out three to earn the first save of his career. Jake... Read more →

, After graduating from Gloucester Catholic High School in 1962, Joan attended Gloucester County College and graduated from the Burlington County Police Academy and the South Jersey Professional School of Business. This colorful background of education allowed Joan to build multiple avenues of helping people. She was a founding member and charter member of the East Greenwich Ambulance Association. Joan held many titles in her time with them such as Secretary, Lieutenant, Captain and Vice President. She was also a member of the Haddonfield Police Department for 14 years, where Joan worked to establish PBA Local #294. She was also a member and previous president to the East Greenwich Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Recently Joan was the Den Mother of Cub Scout Troop #59 of East Greenwich Fire Company and a licensed insurance producer with Amber Insurance Services Inc. for over 12 years. Family She is the beloved mother to... Read more →

photo provided GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (APRIL 18, 2024)(CNBNews)--The Lady Rams proved their mettle on February 1, 2024, with a decisive win over Pitman in a Tri-County Conference game, earning their coach Lisa Angelotti Gedaka her 700th victory. Ram player Lisa Angeolloti with Monsignor Edward Lucitt, pastor of St. Mary's parish. As he was affectionately called, Big Ed was a big fan of the school's sports teams. Lisa's legendary status as the most accomplished girls' basketball coach in South Jersey's history and the eighth coach in the state to reach this milestone is a testament to her unwavering determination and exceptional leadership. A basketball prodigy, Lisa's stellar high school and college performance earned her a place in the history books. Her impressive coaching career spanning 35 seasons has seen her transform the Lady Rams into a formidable team. Lisa Gedaka's legacy will continue to inspire many to strive for greatness and... Read more →

RAMBLINGS photo GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 16, 2024)(CNBNews)--The 1997-98 Gloucester Catholic Boys' Basketball team was highlighted in the Alumni section of the winter-spring issue of the RAMBLINGS. That season, the Rams dominated the Tri-County Royal Division and finished as the 15th-ranked team in South Jersey according to the final rankings by Courier Post. Their impressive record of outscoring their opponents by nearly 12 points per game is the 10th highest point difference in the program's history. There's no denying that this team was a force to be reckoned with, and their achievements speak for themselves. The coach of the team was Pat Murphy, assisted by Joe Reardon, Tom McNelia and Jack Dykie. ROSTER: George Bakey, Dave Burke, Rob Campbell, Matt DeMarco, Nick DiGrazio, Casey Fahy, Kevin Keating, Kevin Kelly, Pat Kirschner, Sam Budesa, Dan Burkhardt, Mike Collarin, Dawan Jackson, Matt Ryan, Keith Tartaglione, Greg Burke, Josh Copskey, and Casey Murphy. Read more →

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