NEWS, SPORTS, COMMENTARY, POLITICS for Gloucester City and the Surrounding Areas of South Jersey and Philadelphia
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William E. Cleary Sr., Editor
Long-term care residents at the Jefferson Health Care Center (JHCC) in Washington Township recently enjoyed a special visit from certified therapy dogs Cole and Cece — along with their owners, Chris Hannah and fiancée, Nicole Sapello. The visit, held in collaboration with Angelic Health, was part of the Team Cole Project’s annual summer "Kindness Tour" to area schools, hospice patients, and veterans' homes. South Jersey dogs Cole, five, and Cece, 15 months, are anything but...
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Collingswood – On June 2, 2023. Age 65. Loving and devoted husband of 44 years Lisa M. Hanson (nee Kay). Loving father of Erik Hanson (wife Jenna) and Lindsay Delaney (husband Daniel). Cherished grandpop of Connor Delaney and Cole and Cody Hanson. Predeceased by his parents, Donald M. Hanson and Gertrude R. Hanson (nee Restein). Tom was a lifelong resident of Collingswood and a graduate of Collingswood High School, class of 1976. He went on...
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Draft Environmental Impact Statement released for project estimated to create 3,100 jobs, produce $1.9 billion in economic impact, and generate enough clean energy to power 637,000 homes TRENTON – The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) this week announced the release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the proposed Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South Project (Atlantic Shores South). The DEIS marks a crucial step in the project’s federal review, the culmination of...
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In response to a complaint filed by Education Law Center (ELC), the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) agreed to make major revisions to the information it provides parents, the public, and Department complaint investigators about issues to be considered in state special education complaints and the remedies that may be granted. The revisions, required by a Mediation Agreement between the NJDOE and ELC, underscore the NJDOE’s “acknowledged obligation” to investigate and remedy not only...
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A Good Cause Set for June 26, 2023, Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available Mount Laurel, NJ – “Drive FORE! A Good Cause,” Samaritan’s annual golf tournament, presented by The Richardson Family Dealerships, will take place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at Little Mill Country Club in Marlton. Registration opens at 10 a.m., with a shot-gun start at 11:15 a.m. All proceeds from the event will support the not-for-profit’s comprehensive family of services, which benefit seriously ill...
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Above: Gloucester City Little League players Jacob Gettings, Kaiden James, and Desmond Gorman Below:Cash Lyman and Calvin Rafferty "play at the plate". (photos provided) Below are some of the first kids who played in the Gloucester City Little League. The local Little League began in the 1950s. RELATED: Gloucester City Little League Coach Dominic Staiano Retiring After 50 Years The photo was first published here in 2007. It was submitted by Bill Gross
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ATLANTIC CITY NJ (June 1, 2023)(CNBNews)--The Atlantic City Police Department arrested a male after stabbing a woman multiple times during an altercation. image source Atlantic City Police Dept. On June 1, 2023, at 8:07 AM, patrol officers responded to an apartment complex in the 3800 block of Atlantic Avenue in reference to an assault. Arriving officers located a female, 26, suffering from stab wounds. Officer Thomas Gilardi began to render aid to the victim before...
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (JUNE 4, 2023)(CNBNews)On Friday, June 2, 2023, at approximately 1:33 PM Gloucester Township Police were dispatched to the intersection of Black Horse Pike (Rt. 168) at Brewer Avenue for a report of a serious motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and SUV. Arriving officers located the driver of the motorcycle laying in the roadway, unresponsive, and began life-saving efforts including CPR. Inspira EMS & Ground Transport, Virtua ALS, and Gloucester Twp. Squad...
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Surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren, James passed peacefully on May 25, 2023, at age 66. Loving and devoted husband of the late Joan M. Heiser (nee Gundle). Loving father of Deana M. Dolson and her husband, Joe and James M. Heiser, Jr. and his wife, Sarah. Cherished grandfather of Marissa, Vienna, Priscilla, Finnegan and James III. Son of the late Franklin and Mary Heiser (nee Storms). Beloved brother of Frank Heiser, Jack Heiser,...
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Pennsauken, NJ. Passed away on May 26, 2023, at age 72. Gregory will be dearly missed by the staff and his resident friends at Riverfront Rehabilitation and Care Center in Pennsauken, NJ. Gregory’s graveside service will be celebrated on a date to be determined in Waterford Memorial Cemetery, 679 Pestleton Road, Waterford Works, NJ. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City NJ 08030 Phone 856-456-1142
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On May 30, 2023. Age 88. (nee Crescenzo) Of Voorhees. Formerly of Haddon Township and Collingswood. Loving wife of 40 years to the late John A. Bruno, Sr. Cherished mother of Stephen F. Bruno, Sr. (Fiance Noelita) and James F. Bruno, Sr (Colleen). Devoted grandmother of Stephen F. Bruno, Jr., Emily Bruno (Fiance Steve), Julia R. Bruno, James F. Bruno, Jr. and Joseph A. Bruno. Beloved sister of Alfonso Crescenzo and Anna Marie Bildner. Predeceased...
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Riverton – Formerly of Haddon Heights and Rio Grande. Age 81. Suddenly and Peacefully, On May 27, 2023. In the devoted and loving care of Quality Management Associates. Cherished son of the late Charles Wesley Shute and Elizabeth Almeda Shute (nee VanSant). Loving brother of Ruth (late Robert, Sr.) Archer of Winter Haven, Florida. Predeceased by his brother, Jim Shute. Dear brother-in-law of Connie Shute of Cape May Court House. Beloved uncle of John Shute,...
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"Bear" On May 30, 2023. Age 47. He was predeceased by his son, Timothy Russell, and his parents, Cecelia and William Peters. He is survived by his sons, Anthony Russell, and Aries Peters-Hernandez; grandson, Jadien Rodriguez-Peters; brother, Brian Peters and his wife Jackie; nephew, Alexander (Leeanne) Peters and niece, Gabriella (Damian), as well as cousins Todd and Michele Draper. At the request of his family, cremation will be private. Condolences and Memories may be shared...
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Sunday to Feature Cross-Country, Awards, and Peter Chesson Memorial Classic Car Show On Saturday, Far Hills, New Jersey — June 3, 2023 — The Essex Horse Trials returned to the historic Hamilton Farm, home of the USET Foundation Headquarters in Gladstone, NJ, with a packed dressage and show jumping schedule. Among the busy competitors in multiple divisions was Caroline Pamukcu of Riegelsville, PA, who piloted her 8-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding HSH Blake to top...
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Rowan College of South Jersey (Deptford) aka Gloucester County College won the NJCAA DIII title this week in Greenville Tenn. Number 1 ranked Nationally, the Roadrunners with a season record of 53 wins and 5 losses went unbeaten in the double elimination tournament beating #2 Nationally Dallas twice which included Championship Game win 15 - 7. This was the Roadrunner 25 trip to the College World Series Manager Rob Valli, Coach Chew and GHS Grad...
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photo(s) credit Bruce Darrow BROOKLAWN, NJ (June 3, 2023)(CNBNews)--The local Gloucester Catholic Rams NJ #7 captured its 29th Sectional Championship at the Joe Barth Field by beating a strong NJ #2 Ranney HS 4 - 1, behind a strong pitching performance by Tanner Nolan who struck out 9 with 3 hits in his 6 innings on the mound. Ranney came into the Joe Barth Field with a record of 27 - 2, led by senior...
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More than 1,300 Students Named to York College of PA's Dean's List for Spring 2023 Semester YORK, PA (06/02/2023)-- More than 1,300 students were named to the Spring 2023 Dean's List at York College of Pennsylvania. To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher. Kimberly Bautista Ruiz of Vineland (08360), a Class of 2025 Psychology major...
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MARSHALL, TX -- #20 Rowan was edged out by #21 Coe, 2-1, Friday night on the second day of the 2023 NCAA Championship Tournament. The Profs will play tomorrow at 11:00 (CT)/12:00 (ET) against top-seeded Salisbury in an elimination game. The Sea Gulls took out Christopher Newport earlier in the day in a prior elimination contest. CHAMPIONSHIP CENTRAL | NCAA SOFTBALL | POST GAME INTERVIEW FULL REPLAY OF GAME (via NCAA) Korie Hague singled in...
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The annual Gloucester Township Day event will be occurring TODAY from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm with fireworks at 9:30 pm. A large volume of vehicular and pedestrian traffic is expected at this event throughout the day. Motorist may experience delays on Chews Landing Road, Kelly Drivers Lane and Hider Lane during the event. To avoid delays, please seek an alternate route of travel. Address/Location Gloucester Township Police Department 1261 Chews Landing Rd Clementon, NJ...
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WEST COLLINGSWOOD HEIGHTS (June 3, 2023)(CNBNews)--Friday, June 2, around 4 PM a contractor's generator caught fire near the Camden County MUA pumping station in West Collingswood Heights. Volunteer firemen from the communities of Audubon, Oaklyn, Westmont, and West Collingswood Heights responded to the alarm. Gloucester City and Cherry Hill Hazmat units were also on the scene. Oaklyn Fire Chief Greg Grudzinski said a contractor’s generator was ablaze outside the pump station when firefighters arrived, according...
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On May 13, 2023, the Harrison Township Historical Society celebrated the Annual Asparagus Festival. This event marked 101 years since the first “Farm to Table” experience, when fresh asparagus was picked and flown the same day to Boston. Picture #1: Scott Walker of Walker Farms, the nation’s largest producer of asparagus seed, and Deputy Director Heather Simmons. Picture #2: Deputy Director Heather Simmons, Commissioner Jim Jefferson, Surrogate Joe Chila and Harrison Township officials. As a...
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GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NJ (June 3, 2023)(CNBNews)--The Gloucester County Office of Emergency Management released the following statement pertaining to the forest fire in Bass River State Forest and in Medford. An unfortunate forest fire is consuming over 5,000 acres of the Bass River State Forest, while a second fire has already consumed over 120 acres in Medford Twp., both in Burlington County. Current wind conditions are causing a lot of smoke and odors to drift into...
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Join Rutgers University’s Food Innovation Center, Middlesex County and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority at the first annual NJ FoodTech 2023 Conference. Food and beverage companies, investors, academics, start-ups, entrepreneurs, and food innovation leaders will come together to share their insights, discuss opportunities, and identify future partners. DATE: Wed., June 28, 2023 TIME: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. LOCATION: Rutgers College Avenue Student Center, 126 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ REGISTRATION: $30 per person,...
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MEDFORD, NJ (June 3, 2023)(CNBNews)New Jersey Forest Fire Service released an update Saturday morning regarding a forest fire in Medford, Burlington County. Presently 120 acres are burning near Medford Jackson Road; 20 percent of that fire has been contained. Forty residential structures are threatened; local fire companies are providing structure protection. A press conference will be held at the Taunton Volunteer Fire Co at 10 a.m. - 631B Gravelly Hollow Rd, Medford, NJ The smoke...
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HARRISON TOWNSHIP NJ (June 2, 2023)(CNBNews)--Chief Ronald Cundey of the Harrison Township Police Department is proud to announce that the Harrison Township Police Department (HTPD) has adopted the “National Law Enforcement and Community Policing Integrated Network”, commonly referred to as the “OPS Network”; the nation’s first and only Community Policing and Law Enforcement Network. With the OPS Network, HTPD officers and Harrison Township community members can access endless tools to work together seamlessly. “Our officers...
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CEDAR RAPIDS, IA - Rowan baseball’s Phil Sedalis has been named to the 2023 ABCA/Rawlings All-America Second Team, and Zach Grace was chosen to the All-America Fourth Team as the honors were announced at the opening ceremony of the NCAA Division III College World Series. Sedalis and Grace increase the total of All-Americans in the program’s history to 28. CNBNews graphic files Members of the ABCA All-America committees select the ABCA/Rawlings All-America teams. ABCA/Rawlings All-Region...
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NORTHBOROUGH, MA – Rowan’s Erin Renshaw (Washington Twp., NJ/Washington Twp.) has been selected to participate in the IWLCA Senior All-Star Game for Division III, which will be held on Saturday, June 3 on Tierney Field at the USA Lacrosse Headquarters in Sparks, MD. Renshaw will play for the South team in the Division III game, which begins at 12:15 p.m., following the Division II game that starts at 10 a.m. The Division I game will...
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I-295 northbound left lane closure is required tonight in Bellmawr (Trenton) – Beginning at 9 p.m. tonight, Friday, June 2 until 6 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday June 3, the left lane on I-295 northbound will be closed between Essex Avenue and Browning Road for construction barrier repair as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. One lane of traffic will be maintained overnight. The work is part of the Direct Connection project that will...
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(MARLTON, NJ, June 2, 2023) Smoke from the fire burning in New Jersey's Bass River State Forest is causing poor air quality throughout our region. "Everyone should stay inside with windows closed and with air-conditioning turned on," says Dr. Eric Sztejman, a pulmonologist (lung doctor) with Virtua Health, South Jersey's largest health system. Today's heat advisory makes it especially important to be in an air-conditioned space. Dr. Sztejman advises people who don't have air conditioning...
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Save the Date! The Brooklawn Town-wide yard sale is returning Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 8 am – 3 pm. The fee to participate is $5 to cover the cost of advertising and promotion. Registration will be open this Spring. Check back for details. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM
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Children of two Jefferson Health - New Jersey employees have been named recipients of the annual Sanderson Memorial Scholarship. A $2,500 scholarship is awarded each year to two eligible dependent children of regular full- or part-time employees with at least one year of service. The scholarship is in memory of Sarah Sanderson, an original Board Member of then-Kennedy Health. Sanderson generously bestowed funds to promote the continuation of health education among promising young students. The...
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New Jersey American Water Completes Acquisition of Egg Harbor City Water and Sewer Systems Egg Harbor City Mayor Lisa Jiampetti signs an agreement to sell its water and wastewater system to New Jersey American Water. From left: Mark McDonough, president of New Jersey American Water, and Lisa Jiampetti, Mayor of Egg Harbor City The first Acquisition in the State Completed via the Water Infrastructure Protection Act Adds more than 3,000 New Customer Connections for Company...
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The Garden State Wine Growers Association and Exit Zero Ferry Park partner for the second event in the series Haddonfield, NJ (June 1) – On June 16, The Garden State Wine Growers Association and Exit Zero partner to host the second dinner in the Uncork & Unwind: a Fine Wine and Dine Series and have been working to curate a unique dining experience for each and every guest. DINING OUT With this partnership, visitors can...
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Laser Beam on House Leads to Arrest, Weapon Recovered For Immediate Release: June 1, 2023 The Atlantic City Police Department arrested a juvenile armed with a handgun after pointing the weapon at a residence. source Atlantic City Police On May 30, 2023 at 11:31 PM, Officer John Bell was in the 600 block of Kentucky Avenue when he observed a group of individuals and observed a laser beam being pointed at a residence. Officer Bell...
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A 25-mile stretch of the Garden State Parkway was closed Friday morning due to both fog and smoky conditions from the massive wildfire burning in Bass River State Forest. All northbound traffic was being diverted off the Parkway at exit 38 while southbound vehicles were forced to off at exit 63, a spokesman for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority said. The Turnpike Authority also operates the Parkway. CONTINUE A 25-mile stretch of Garden State Parkway...
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REGISTER NOW Interested paddlers of all ages and experience levels are reminded that it is not too late to register for the 28th Delaware River Sojourn taking place June 17-23. Participants may sign up for the entire trip or for the day(s) of their choice. The Delaware River Sojourn combines guided paddling excursions, educational programs, camping and camaraderie. Geared for everyone, the Sojourn helps people learn about and appreciate the Delaware River first-hand, creating stewards...
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Alexandria, VA—The National Art Education Association (NAEA) recently named Y.A.L.E. School NJ art teacher Karen Donnelly, of Cinnaminson, NJ, as the recipient of the 2023 NAEA, The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), VSA Peter J. Geisser Special Needs Art Educator Award. This prestigious award, determined through a peer review of nominations, recognizes an NAEA member who has made distinguished professional contributions to art education for students with special needs through scholarly writing, research, professional leadership,...
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GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC SPORTS NJSIAA SECTIONAL FINALS INFORMATION SOFTBALL - Lady Rams @ St. Joseph Academy, Hammonton Friday June 2 @ 4pm @ SJA Softball Field on Peach Street BASEBALL - Rams host Ranney School Saturday, June 3 @ 1 pm at Joe Barth Field, Brooklawn +++++ Two Rams achieved career milestones yesterday. Junior AJ Kuc set the school record for saves in a season with 226 while Senior/Bridge Matt Leahy recorded his 100th career hit....
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image supplied by NJ State Police West Trenton, N.J. -The New Jersey State Police Port Norris Station is seeking the public's assistance with identifying an unknown male for allegedly attempting to abduct a child in Cumberland County. On May 28, at approximately 12:20 p.m., an unidentified man allegedly attempted to abduct a 7-year-old boy from the Dorchester Wawa located at 3904 State Highway 47 in Maurice River. According to the victim, the suspect entered the...
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COLORADO SPRINGS (JUNE 1, 2023)(CNNews)--Today, after addressing graduates of the U.S. Air Force Academy, President Joseph Biden falls on the stage. According to the White House, the President tripped over a sandbag and suffered no injuries. The 80-year-old Biden has fallen several times since he was first elected to the presidency in 2020. The following is from the Academy's website. We’re short on air, but not on views. Located just north of Colorado Springs, at...
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Maryland Fishing Report – May 31 Mike Popchak holds a beautiful smallmouth bass caught while fishing with his brother Joe at Loch Raven Reservoir. Photo by Joe Popchak Fishing together can form strong bonds between family and friends. Twin brothers Joe and Mike Popchak began fishing together when they were 8 years old – even though their father wasn’t a fisherman, he would take them out while he read the newspaper. The two brothers have...
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NOVA FARMS UNVEILS NEW JERSEY'S FIRST NON-CONVERSION ADULT USE DISPENSARY WOODBURY, NJ (JUNE 1, 2023)(CNBNews)--Nova Farms, the Northeast's largest privately owned, vertically integrated cannabis operator is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its flagship a retail cannabis dispensary in Woodbury, New Jersey, on June 10th, 2023. This highly anticipated grand opening event marks the launch of the New Jersey's first non-conversion, exclusively recreational adult-use dispensary. The excitement begins with the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8...
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Two-time Super Bowl Champ Logan Ryan will host his fourth #ThursdayNightLights youth football camp on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Logan’s alma mater, Eastern High School, in Voorhees Township, New Jersey. The camp invites kids ages 8-18 from the surrounding Greater Philadelphia metro area to join Logan and fellow NFL teammates for a day of football-inspired drills, life skills development, and educational/leadership exercises. All participants will receive an event t-shirt and other giveaways. Registration is...
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May 30th, 2023 A 40-year-old woman was charged with killing her husband Tuesday morning at the Bristol Borough Wharf. Sammar Khan, of Levittown, was arraigned on charges of criminal homicide, possession of an instrument of crime and recklessly endangering another person. She appeared before Magisterial District Judge Frank W. Peranteau Sr. who remanded her to Bucks County Correctional Facility without bail. Sammar Khan, of Levittown Bristol Borough Police were dispatched at 10:53 a.m. Tuesday to...
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READING, PA (05/31/2023)-- 610 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia University during the 2022-23 academic year. "Four years ago, we welcomed many of you, both students and guests alike, to our university at our Opening Convocation," said President-Elect, Dr. Glynis A. Fitzgerald. "Flash forward to today and I can honestly say we have transformed together in so many ways. I've loved the opportunities to get to know you and your unique...
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Rent spikes are increasing for more small business owners as 2023 proceeds, breaking a new record: 54% say they're paying more now than they did six months ago. And 14% say their rent is over 20% higher than it was in December. The 54% figure represents a steady climb in the number of small businesses dealing with higher rent prices each month in 2023 -- up seven percentage points from 47% in January, as this...
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Laurel Springs, NJ (May 31, 2023)(CNBNews)- The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Laurel Springs Police Department responded to a fire, which resulted in a fatality this afternoon at the 100 block of Washington Avenue in Laurel Springs. CNBNews graphic files The investigation is active and ongoing at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jason Roland of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit at (856) 225-5125...
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No roads will be closed; however motorists should expect an increased police and work crew presence on key shore routes (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials, in partnership with the New Jersey State Police (NJSP), the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) and the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA), announced today that it will be conducting its annual emergency evacuation exercise on Thursday, June 1 to practice and refine response activities in the...
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UPDATE, WITH A NEW PHOTO GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 31, 2023)--The helicopter circled over North Stinson Avenue. As mentioned earlier the pilot and the passengers inside the helicopter waved to the people on the ground who stood in astonishment as the Chinook flew over their homes. (photo credit Ben Vautier) UPDATE: A number of the comments on our Facebook page state that it is commonplace to see this helicopter flying in South Jersey. And we...
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Home is where your treasure is. There, your heart will be also. It’s the starting place of hope and dreams. Where love resides, memories are created, friends always belong and laughter never ends. Joan B. Gallagher (nee Derry) loved that place where she could surround herself with family, celebrate the holidays, and enjoy her “stay-cation”. She found her little patch of heaven at the pool. Joan had a work ethic as strong as her love...
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