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ROWAN CHAMPS, WIN NCAA Ambler Regional

AMBLER, PA – Senior Mike Shannon earned the victory and Dylan Maria drove in two runs to help No. 23 Rowan to the championship in the today at Arcadia's Skip Wilson Field. It marks the third consecutive Regional title for the Profs as they will move on to face No. 3 Salisbury in next weekend's NCAA Super Regional, with more information to come. POST-GAME PRESS CONFERENCE The Profs completed a perfect 3-0 weekend with a win over SUNY Brockport and two over Susquehanna. Sophomore Phil Sedalis continued his record-setting year as he now owns the Rowan record for hits in... Read more →


Immaculate Baseball Coach Josh Copskey, a GCHS Alum, All-Region Coach of the Year

The Immaculata baseball team earned one major award and two First Team selections as D3Baseball.com released its Region 5 All-Region teams. Head coach Josh Copskey was named All-Region Coach of the Year following a historic first year with the program. In his first year as a Mighty Mac, Copskey led the team to a program-best 29-win season to secure the program's first Atlantic East Conference championship. The Macs did not stop there, however, as the Mighty Macs went on to host their first NCAA Regional, securing the first NCAA Tournament victory in Immaculata Athletics history against Montclair State. Copskey, along... Read more →


Rowan 2nd Baseman Tyler Cannon, (Clayton, NJ/Gloucester Catholic)Named Academic All-District® Baseball Team

GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan second baseman Tyler Cannon (Clayton, NJ/Gloucester Catholic) has been named to the 2022-23 Academic All-District® Baseball Team, selected by College Sports Communicators, which recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the diamond and in the classroom. Cannon, a senior business management major, is the nation’s leader in doubles with a new Rowan record of 27, while topping the NCAA rankings with 0.63 doubles per game. He is second on the team with his .381 batting average while recording new career-highs in runs (54), hits (74) and RBI (39). The Profs’ lead-off batter and... Read more →


Register Now For American Legion Baseball Season

Registration for the 2023 American Legion Baseball season is open at baseball.legion.org. Teams registered after May 15 may be subject to a department late fee through the final deadline of June 1. Please note that each American Legion department may set an earlier deadline for registration. Contact your department chairmen to learn more about your specific department’s state fees and deadlines. As part of the education and training requirements of Public Law 115-126, the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017, all coaches, managers and volunteer staff members must complete the Abuse Awareness course... Read more →


Rowan Baseball Wins Opener in NCAA Ambler Regional

AMBLER, PA – Zach Grace scattered six hits and Jason Morgan went 3-for-5 with three RBI to help #23 Rowan to a 12-3 win over SUNY Brockport in the NCAA Ambler (PA) Regional at Skip Wilson Field hosted by Arcadia. In the day's first game, Susquehanna upset #21 Arcadia, 14-9. The host Knights will now face SUNY Brockport (28-17) tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. in an elimination game while Rowan (31-13) will play Susquehanna at noon. The winner of the morning game will face the loser of the Rowan-Susquehanna game at 3:30 p.m. Grace went 8.1 innings and struck out five... Read more →


Taxpayers Fund Youth Boxing Programs in Trenton and Atlantic City; 40 Kids Will Benefit

TRENTON — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey State Athletic Control Board (SACB) Commissioner Larry Hazzard Sr. today announced the selection of a Trenton boxing gym and mentoring program to receive grant funding to operate an amateur boxing program for youth in the city, and funding to restart a youth boxing program in Atlantic City previously funded by the Office. The Ike Williams Boxing Academy in Trenton will receive $65,000 to launch a program to provide participants with boxing knowledge, physical fitness training, and nutrition, wellness, and life skills instruction. The yearlong program is expected to reach 20... Read more →


Travel Alert (Video):

KELLY DRIVE DETOUR- STOTESBURY REGATTA 

May 18-20, 2023 PHILADELPHIA, PA (May 17, 2023)(CNBNews)--The Kelly Drive will be detoured on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at 10:00 A.M. until Saturday, May 20, 2023, 8:00 P.M for the Stotesbury Regatta. The Drive will be detoured from the Strawberry Mansion Bridge to Fountain Green Drive. DETOURS Southbound Kelly Drive traffic will be detoured up the Strawberry Mansion ramp to Fountain Green Drive, via Reservoir Drive. Northbound Kelly Drive traffic will be detoured up Fountain Green Drive, along the same route. Sufficient detour signs will be posted along the detour routes. Delays will be minimal. (Philadelphia PD press release) Stotesbury... Read more →


MSU's Sam Angelo, Kean's Collin Kiernan Named NJAC Player and Pitcher of the Year

PITMAN, NJ --- Montclair State University senior first baseman Sam Angelo (Toms River, NJ/Toms River North) has been named the New Jersey Athletic Conference’s Bill Dioguardi Player of the Year for the 2023 season, and Kean University fifth-year player Collin Kiernan (Verona, NJ/Verona) picked up NJAC Pitcher of the Year honors. Additionally, Ramapo College junior Will Paoli (Flanders, NJ/Mount Olive) earned the Fireman of the Year honor, which is awarded to the conference’s top relief pitcher. Stockton University freshman Kevin Novobilsky (Ocean Township, NJ/Ocean Township) picked up Rookie of the Year honors. Their selections highlighted the 36-member 2023 NJAC Baseball... Read more →


Losses to TCNJ and Kean Eliminates Rowan from Tourney; Profs May Play in NJAC Regionals

UNION, NJ – The Rowan baseball team fell to TCNJ, 7-2, and then dropped a 7-1 decision to Kean in the NJAC Baseball Championship held at Kean University, as the #19 Profs were eliminated in the tournament. Rowan (30-13) is hopeful of continuing its season in the NCAA Regionals, and now awaits the selections to be announced on Monday, May 15. With his double in the first game, Phil Sedalis tied the school record for hits in a season (80) while he tops the nation in the category. Game 1 – TCNJ 7- Rowan 2 Rowan fell behind in the... Read more →


Rowan Women's Lacrosse Falls to #6 TCNJ in NJAC Championship, 16-9

WING, NJ – Jamie Cutrera scored four goals for Rowan but sixth-ranked TCNJ built up an early lead en route to a 16-9 win over the Profs in the NJAC Women's Lacrosse Championship game today. The Profs are now 14-5 and await a possible at-large bid to the NCAA Championship, which will be announced on Monday at 10:30 a.m. on NCAA.com. Cutrera added an assist for her sixth game this season with five or more points, while Julianna Corson had two goals as the only Profs with multiple goals. TCNJ held a slim 26-20 advantage on shots on goal, and... Read more →


Rowan Defeats William Patterson 11-0 in NJAC Tournament

UNION, NJ - Zach Grace struck out a career-high 14 batters and threw his second complete game shutout of the season and Pat Defeciani hit a grand slam as #19 Rowan rolled to an 11-0 win over William Paterson in the NJAC Baseball Championship at Kean University. The Profs (30-11) remain in the winners bracket and will play the winner of tonight's Montclair State vs. TCNJ game Sunday at 3:30 p.m. In addition to Defeciani's grand slam, the first of his career, Ryan Murphy also hit a solo home run and Tyler Cannon came through with a two-run shot. Defeciani... Read more →


SPORTS BETTING

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Rutgers Goes Old School With New Vintage Merchandise Collection; Available OnLine

By Lisa Intrabartola Back by popular demand, the university is reviving vintage designs for a new, retro-inspired merchandise collection. Unveiled this week, Rutgers Retro gear is available for purchase online at retro.rutgers.edu. The university first explored the idea of reviving long-gone looks after fielding requests from Rutgers fans and alumni to add throwback apparel to its traditional merchandise line. Compiling the collection came with extensive research. Rutgers trademark licensing team started with designs from 1973 and 1998 to celebrate the respective 50th and 25th class anniversaries. Partnerships with Rutgers Athletics and the Rutgers University Foundation helped to finalize the debut... Read more →


History of Bitcoin Crashes and bear Market

Over the course of more than three years, Bitcoin's price has historically fallen below previous highs, with the most recent peak occurring just seven months ago. immediate experience is one of the most authentic platforms that you can use for gaining information about BTC trading. Bitcoin experienced one of its most fierce crashes ever in 2022, with the BTC cost plunging underneath $20,000 in June subsequent to cresting at $68,000 in 2021. As Bitcoin's monthly losses increased to 40% in June 2022, it experienced its worst month since September 2011. Additionally, the cryptocurrency experienced its largest quarterly loss in eleven... Read more →


A 9th Inning Walk-Off Hit Batsman Led York to Win Over Profs

YORK, PA (April 18, 2023)--– Although Rowan held the early lead on home runs by Chris Curcio and Ryan Murphy, York rallied to defeat the #18 Profs, 5-4, on a walk-off hit batsman in the bottom of the ninth, in non-conference baseball action today. Rowan drops to 21-9 with York improving to 17-14. CNBNews graphic file York loaded the bases in the bottom of the ninth with two hits, a fielder's choice and two walks and had the tying and winning runs forced when Michael Tinneney and Andrew Santarpia was hit by a pitch. Curcio hit his first home run... Read more →


Rutgers Baseball Dominates Michigan 13-0

PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers baseball dominated Michigan in its series opener, winning 13-0 in wire-to-wire fashion on Friday night at Bainton Field. The Scarlet Knights (19-15, 3-4) were led by true freshman Christian Coppola, who threw eight shutout innings with 12 strikeouts, to defeat the Wolverines (18-15, 6-4). Coppola's gem was complimented by 13 runs on 18 hits from the lineup and errorless defense behind him. He started his day with back-to-back strikeouts in a 1-2-3 first inning, needing just nine pitches. The offense immediately gave him a cushion, hanging four runs in the first, which would be plenty for... Read more →


GCHS Boys Basketball Ends Season with 16-11 Record;Flight Tourney Champs

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ--(April 11, 2023)(CNBNews)--Gloucester Catholic Boys Basketball had a winning season this year going 16-11. The Rams won the Tri-County B Flight tournament and went on to win the 1st Round Game in the State Tournament on a buzzer-beater by Trey Battle against Princeton Day 47-45 before falling in the quarterfinal round to Ranney. The team roster included: Seniors - Alex McMahon, Shane McCormick, RJ Mustaro Juniors - Nick Calzonetti, JonCarlo Coia, Trey Battle, Billy Ginipro, Kyle Guldin, Darian Handy Sophomores - Ehthan Dugue, Brody Gates, Gavin Friel, Carlos Mendez, Jack Mustaro Freshman - Zack Payne RJ and Jack... Read more →


Best Kentucky Derby Betting Tips For Beginners In 2023 

One of the biggest horse races on the international calendar is quickly approaching, as the 2023 Kentucky Derby will be staged on the first Saturday in May. This year’s race already looks set to be one of the most competitive in recent years, with a number of contenders from across the world set to take a shot at winning the prestigious Triple Crown race at Churchill Downs. However, what are some of the key betting tips that all beginners should ensure that they stand the best chances of gaining returns from selections this year? Photo Credits: Image by alexeyzhilkin on... Read more →


Rowan Baseball Swept Montclair State in Doubleheader

GLASSBORO, NJ – Zach Grace threw a complete-game shutout in the first game and Jake Reese had seven strong innings in the second as #19 Rowan swept #21 Montclair State (15-8; 2-4) in an NJAC doubleheader by scores of 6-0 and 14-1. Second baseman Tyler Cannon was among those who paced the offense as he went 5-for-7 in the doubleheader, with five runs and four RBI, as Rowan won its fifth straight game on the week to improve to 18-6 and 4-2 in the conference. Dylan Maria drove in five runs in the two games, while Anthony Schooley was 4-for-9... Read more →


Profs Baseball Get First Conference Win

GLASSBORO, NJ (April 6, 2023) – Dylan Maria slugged two home runs, including a grand slam, and Phil Sedalis had four hits, to power #19 Rowan past NJCU, 17-2, in an NJAC baseball matchup as the Profs pick up their first conference win of the year. Maria went 4-for-5 with eight RBI, while scoring four runs. Sedalis missed hitting for the cycle as he had a single, double and triple while going 4-for-5 on the day with four runs and two RBI. Anthony Schooley was 3-for-4 with three runs and two RBI, while Tyler Cannon scored three times and drove... Read more →


The Best Bars and Restaurants for Watching the Phillies

1) Craft Hall 901 N Delaware Ave Philadelphia, PA 19123 (267) 297-2072 Craft Hall is the city's #1 largest indoor restaurant, the region's #1 family friendly restaurant, the region's only dog park and beer garden and NOW they aim to be one of the city's best spots fo gameday sports action! Craft Hall has been renovated to now include a brand new music and event space, new pool and game room - and yes, tons of new additions that will be a homerun for Phillies fans, including: * Two giant movie walls, more TVs, sports decor, more seating! * Selfies... Read more →


Rowan Baseball Swept by William Paterson

GLASSBORO, NJ – Tenth-ranked Rowan was swept by William Paterson at home in the NJAC baseball opener for both teams, as the Pioneers took the first game, 6-5, and the second by a decisive 16-8 margin. Coupled with a loss at #2 Salisbury earlier this week, the Profs have now dropped three straight and are 13-6 overall and 0-2 in the conference. Game 1 Rowan starter Zach Grace struck out nine batters in the first four innings en route to 11 strikeouts in the game and shut down William Paterson until the fourth inning. Tyler Cannon recorded two hits and... Read more →


*Joshua Cassidy's Tune Up Baseball Camp

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNews)--Cassidy's Baseball Camp is designed to teach the skills, techniques, fundamentals, and knowledge of baseball under the guidance of an experienced coaching staff. This is a four-hour clinic. For more information see the details below. Read more →


Virtua Orthopedics & Spine Doctor Helps MMA Fighter to Fight Again

Ryan Cafaro, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter and coach, 33, from Pennsauken, NJ, is considered a top prospect in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. When Ryan tore his ACL in March 2022, he knew he needed to find the best way to treat the injury, get his fighting career back on track, and achieve his goal for himself—to fight again within a year of his injury. Ryan’s first fight is scheduled for March 31, 2023. Sean McMillan, DO, sports medicine surgeon at Virtua Orthopedics & Spine, is the first surgeon in New Jersey to perform the Bridge-Enhanced ACL Repair... Read more →


Safety and Fun: What to Look For in Sportsbook Promotions

image courtesy of pexels.com Sportsbook promotions are a great way to increase the level of excitement when participating in sportsbook betting. That said, there are a few things to look for when considering which promotion is right for you. Safety should always be your number one priority, as it’s essential that you feel comfortable and secure in your decision-making. Although many sportsbooks offer generous bonuses and promotions, it’s important to read the fine print and understand what you’re agreeing to before signing up. You also need to make sure that the sportsbook is legitimate and reputable; doing some research online... Read more →


94 Feet with Atlas that Masked Ram (video)

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (March 25, 2023)(CNBNews)--Today, we present a classic Gloucester Catholic video -- 94 Feet with Atlas!! Walk Down Memory Lane With Atlas! Who Is That Masked Ram? Make sure to find out! Click on the video below. We are also pleased to announce that new donors to the 2023 campaign have increased by 40% over our 2022 campaign!! Please see the three easy ways to make a donation to the Campaign below so you can support your class and Gloucester Catholic! Thank you for your support. Click Here or on photo to Walk Down Memory Lane With Atlas!... Read more →


ROWAN OVER NEUMANN 12-2

ASTON, PA – Anthony Schooley had three hits and Pat Defeciani drove in three runs as #11 Rowan defeated Neumann, 12-2, in a game shortened to seven innings due to the 10-run rule. It is the Profs' sixth straight win, improving them to 11-3 on the year. Schooley went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI while Defeciani was 2-for-4 with two runs and three RBI, including two runs scored. The Profs had 13 hits on the day, with Tyler Cannon and Ryan Murphy also picking up two each. Owning an early 1-0 lead, Rowan scored three runs apiece in... Read more →


Cycling Events in Kent in 2023

source unsplash.com With its quiet country lanes, stunning coastal paths, picturesque villages, and stretches of rolling hills and tranquil planes, Kent serves as the perfect setting for sporting activities, which is why numerous cycling events are held throughout the county each year. 2023 is going to be no different, with a series of amazing tours already lined up for cyclists of all abilities to enjoy. So, if you want to bask in the full beauty of South East England and get some healthy and fun exercise along the way, here are some of the most important cycling events in Kent... Read more →


Rowan forward Ja'Zere Noel Named to NABC Division III District All-America Team

KANSAS CITY, MO – Rowan forward Ja'Zere Noel has been named to the 2022-23 NABC Division III District All-America First Team, as voted on by National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Division III coaches. He becomes the Profs' first All-American since Matt Byrnes was a first-team selection in 1997-98. Ja'Zere Noel (right), photo provided Noel is the 10th player in Rowan men's basketball history to earn All-America status, and the fourth to become a first-team honoree. Rowan's All-Americans In his first season at Rowan the junior made an immediate impact in helped the Profs to an NJAC title and a... Read more →


RYAN REDINGTON CROWNED NEW IDITAROD CHAMP!

BY Megan Pacer [email protected] Hi, ADN Iditarod fans, We hope you all enjoyed following along as Ryan Redington was crowned the new Iditarod champion yesterday. Seeing the first member of his legendary mushing family win the race after all that the Redingtons have contributed to competitive sled dog racing over the years certainly struck a chord with a lot of Alaskans. As part of his winnings, Redington will be presented with a bronze statue of his grandfather, Joe Redington Sr., who was instrumental in the Iditarod's founding. There was, even more, to celebrate in Nome yesterday, as fans watched three... Read more →


TOP PLACES IN PHILADELPHIA AND AREA SUBURBS TO WATCH MARCH MADNESS GAMES

image courtesy of https://www.dreamstime.com/ Swoosh. March Madness will bring out the college basketball fans next week, starting March 16th. Below please find a list of top spots to catch the game in Philadelphia and Bucks County - with the game on and specials from the kitchen and bar. Top spots for March Madness include: * Tradesman's in Center City - Launch party on March 16th with special six-foot cheesesteaks, food and drink specials, and the game on the giant media wall and televisions. * Brewerytown Food Hall - Just opened and will offer $20 two robber buckets and $15 bud... Read more →


Rowan's Bats Stay Hot, Sweep Virginia Wesleyan

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – The 11th-ranked Rowan baseball team closed out a three-game sweep of Virginia Wesleyan with a 9-5 win today, pounding out 15 hits. The Profs totaled 43 runs in the three victories over the Marlins in the season-opening series. CNBNews graphic file Rowan (3-0) scored multiple runs in their first at-bat for the third consecutive game, putting three on the board when Anthony Schooley hit a two-run double and then scored on a wild pitch. Virginia Wesleyan (1-10) got on the board in the bottom half of the inning and the Profs upped their lead to 4-1... Read more →


Rowan Baseball Starts Season with 34 Runs

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – The 11th-ranked Rowan baseball team opened its 2023 season with a high-scoring start as the Profs totaled 34 runs in a sweep of Virginia Wesleyan (1-9) by scores of 20-11 and 14-7. CNBNews graphic files Newcomer Phil Sedalis drove in nine runs in his Rowan debut, as he had seven RBI with two home runs in the first-game win. Tyler Cannon went 6-for-13 in the two games, scoring four runs, while Dylan Maria went 6-for-11 with six runs scored and six RBI. Game 1 Cannon led off the Profs’ season with a single and scored the... Read more →


Seager and Ross Burn the Nets as Rowan Advances

GLASSBORO, NJ – Andrew Seager scored 23 points and Marcellus Ross had 18 as Rowan defeated Utica, 83-72, to advance to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championship. The Profs will face Wisconsin-Oshkosh on Friday, March 10 in the sectional round, with the site to be determined. It marks the first time since 1997-98 that Rowan (24-5) has won its first two games in the NCAA Championship. The Profs’ 24 victories are the most under head coach Joe Crispin and the most since the 1998-99 team went 25-2. Seager made his first five shots of the... Read more →


Stevens Wins 12-11 as Rowan's Freshman Trish Gillen Scores Season High 4 Goals

GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan freshman Trish Gillen scored a season-high four goals but the Profs were edged by Stevens, 12-11, in women’s lacrosse action this afternoon. Gillen added an assist for the first five-point game of her career while classmate Elaina Corson added two goals for Rowan (2-1). Trish Gillen (Scotch Plains HS) With Rowan leading 8-7 at the start of the second half, Stevens (3-0) scored four consecutive goals to take an 11-8 lead with 12:47 left in the fourth quarter. After the Profs went without a goal in the third quarter, Corson broke the drought with one at... Read more →


Rowan Women's Hoops Team Falls to Rhode Island; Finish Season with 20-9 Record

SCRANTON, PA – The Rowan women’s basketball team saw its season come to an end as the Profs fell, 67-59, to Rhode Island College in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Division III Women’s Basketball Championship held at the University of Scranton. The NJAC champion Profs finish the year with a 20-9 record. Nicole Mallard scored 14 points, Grace Marshall had 11 and Dakota Adams had 10 points and 15 rebounds for her fifth double-double of the season. After falling behind, 14-13, in the first quarter, Rowan built up a 10-point lead in the second quarter, going up 33-23... Read more →


Ja’Zere Noel Scores 29 Points Grabs 14 Rebounds as Rowan Advances to Second Round of NCAA Tournament

GLASSBORO, NJ – Ja’Zere Noel had a game-high 29 points as Rowan held off Cal Lutheran, 83-77, in the first round of the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championship held at Esby Gym. The win advances the Profs to the second round on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. against Utica, which scored a 72-60 win over Babson. Ja’Zere Noel Noel also grabbed 14 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season with Andrew Seager contributing 13 points on 6-for-10 shooting. Marcellus Ross scored 12 and D’Andre Vilmar had 10 points for Rowan (23-5). The Profs were forced to come back from... Read more →


The Best Philadelphia Bars and Restaurants Supporting the Philadelphia Union this Soccer Season

Philadelphia, PA - Spring is in the air and that means the return of the Philadelphia Union! Bars, restaurants and hotels are celebrating the Union's return to the 2023 season. Top spots to catch Union games this season include Founding Fathers South Street, the new Founding Fathers Bensalem, Grace and Proper, the new Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse, Cavanaugh's Headhouse, Parx Casino Sportsbook, Chickie's and Pete's South Philadelphia, Chickie's and Pete's Malvern, and Chickie's and Pete's Drexel Hill. Additionally, Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square returns as the official hotel partner of the Philadelphia Union. Gran Caffe L'Aquila returns with its exclusive Forza Union... Read more →


Texas Rangers Shortstop Corey Seager Named the American Legion Baseball Graduate of 2023

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager has been selected as the 2023 American Legion Baseball Graduate of the Year. Seager played Legion Baseball for Post 115 in Kannapolis, N.C. Scheduling of the official award presentation is still in the works. Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager Seager is a three-time All-Star who in 2020 became just the eighth player — and third American Legion Baseball alumnus — to earn League Championship Series and World Series MVP honors in the same season when he helped lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to the seventh title in franchise history and first since 1988. In the... Read more →


Kutztown University 2023 Softball Roster Includes SJ Residents

Kutztown University Announces 2023 Softball Roster KUTZTOWN, PA (02/06/2023)-- Kutztown University will have 20 student-athletes representing its softball program for the 2023 season. Read the full season preview. For just the second time in program history and the first since the 2014 season, the Kutztown University softball team enters this season as defending Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference champions. The 2023 season could turn out to be another historic one for KU, looking to repeat as conference champions and be the PSACs first repeat champ since California (Pa.) won back-to-back titles in 2014 and 2015. The expectations are high and the... Read more →


The Story Behind The Story:

Does a Two-Hour Delay Warrant the News?

By Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Columnist PHILADELPHIA PA--Fox29News, 6ABCNews, and 1210 AM radio were all talking on air about the Gloucester City School District starting classes two hours late the day after the Super Bowl (photo credit CNBNews photographer Amanda Stevenson Lupke image from the 2018 Super Bowl parade) SEE PHOTO ALBUM +++++ GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (FEBRUARY 3, 2023)--On Thursday, February 2, 2023 Fox 29 posted a facebook announcement that Gloucester City School District's schools will open two hours late the day after the Super Bowl. Interesting - our schools made the news. Later in the afternoon, radio station 1210... Read more →


Guest Opinion: Free Abortion Pills For Some In NYC

By Bill Donohue | Catholic League President New York City Mayor Eric Adams is basking in pride now that some pregnant women can terminate their pregnancy for free. “For too long, health and health care has [sic] been centered around men. If men had periods…they would get a paid vacation. And if men could get pregnant, we wouldn’t see Congress trying to pass laws restricting abortion.” image courses of Minnesota Citizens Concern for Life How does Mayor Adams know that men can’t have periods? Many of those who share his politics don’t agree. In 2020, Tampax flatly said, “Not all... Read more →


WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! Gloucester High Lions 2022 City Champions

Thanksgiving Day brought beautiful weather, large crowds and the local Lions (9-3) a City Championship. The Lions pounded the Rams (5-5) in a game that saw more penalty flags on the field then players, 35-0. Early in the first quarter Lions #8 John Daily returned a Rams interception 47 yards for a quick touchdown. Then with time running out in the first half, Lions #2 receiver Leo Curran went 20 yards for a are fought TD. The Lions left the field at halftime leading 21 - 0. Then forced a running clock when they punched 14 more points in the... Read more →


Lions Boys Basketball SJ Group 1 Champs (see 153 pictures)

The Gloucester High boys basketball team won the South Jersey Group 1 championship trophy after upsetting Salem on Tuesday night, March 8 in the sectional final. The Lions won their first sectional title since 1971. There are 153 photos, we like to publicly thank Coach Liam James for providing the information and photos to CNBNews. SEE ALBUM The team's roster includes: Liam James, head coach; Assistant Coaches: Ian James, Dave Pauley, Chris Walmsley, Tom Quinn, Roy Bond, Jacob Petrik PLAYERS: Seniors: Steven Light, Steven Burkhardt, Adrian Delgado Juniors: Liam Gorman, Aydan Hagan, Jeffrey Torres, Abbas Khan, Gage Myers Sophomores: Michael... Read more →


ADN Update on Iditarod Race, Sass Holds Lead

Mushers are funneling through Unalakleet en route to the Norton Sound coast, and not much has changed looking at the top of the field. Brent Sass of Eureka is still holding on to his lead of 15 miles or so over defending champion Dallas Seavey on their approach to the Koyuk checkpoint. stock image courtesy of unsplash.com Sass hustled through Unalakleet around 11:30 p.m. yesterday while Seavey opted to rest in the checkpoint when he arrived nearly two hours later. In Unalakleet, Seavey was confident in his chances of victory. "There's only one place that you really need to be... Read more →


*The Excitement Grows for the Philadelphia Sports Writers Banquet; Purchase Your Tickets Today

**PSWA ALL TIME GREATS DINNER MAY 2, 2022 ADDS CARLI LLOYD AND ANDY TALLEY** DICK VERMEIL, DOUG COLLINS AND MARK HOWE ALREADY CONFIRMED TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW FOR THIS ONCE IN A LIFETIME EVENT AT: WWW.PHILLYSPORTSWRITERS.COM The excitement continues to grow for the 117TH Philadelphia Sports Writers Association banquet on its new date, Monday May 2. This year’s dinner, as previously announced, will be a special celebration of all-time Philly sports greats. PSWA President Jon Marks announced today that soccer great and two-time FIFA World Cup Champion, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist with the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, and two-time FIFA... Read more →


College Men's Basketball: Rowan's Comeback Attempt Falls Short; Final Score 94-84

NEWPORT NEWS, VA – Rowan made a comeback attempt in the second half, but it fell short as the Profs were defeated by Susquehanna, 94-84, in the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championship at Christopher Newport University’s Freeman Center. Marcellus Ross scored a career-high 34 points for Rowan with 25 in the second half to pace the Profs. Rowan (23-6) faced a 26-point deficit in the first half, and closed to eight points with under four minutes to play, but Susquehanna was able to hold off the Profs. Ross, who had nine points in the first half, made 9-of-10 field... Read more →


Eminem, Snoop’s Superbowl Performance Was Derivative & Cliche, Reactions Are Even More Cringeworthy

By Marc Ang | CNBNews Contributor Hating on America has become tired, derivative and cliche and it’s now infected our SuperBowl entertainment. Nothing screams #FirstWorldProblems more than the mess that image courtesy of The Daily Mail transpired at Superbowl’s halftime show this past weekend. While it certainly got its share of accolades and evoked nostalgia for the 35-44 demographic, it also goes to show how much America has fundamentally changed, not for the better. I get it. These overpaid music stars from the late 90s and 2000s have still not transcended their teenage rebellion stage but when they’re middle-aged and... Read more →


The ultimate Super Bowl betting guide 

image courtesy of NFL The Super Bowl is an event unlike any other, it is the final of the NFL season and a spectacle watched all over the world. An event so huge, millions will tune in to watch and more than a hundred thousand will often descend on the host city for the week leading up to the final. Betting on the NFL has become very popular with its impressive commercialization across the world, tapping into new markets and making casual observers turn into followers. This has been especially true in the English market with games being played across... Read more →


Scarlet Knights Travel to Maryland Saturday, 2PM

Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. XFinity Center - (College Park, Maryland) TV: Big Ten Network (PXP: Kevin Kugler, Color: Len Elmore) Radio: Rutgers Sports Properties Radio Network (WCTC 1450 AM/WOR 710 AM; PXP: Jerry Recco and Color: Austin Johnson) WRSU 88.7 FM RU Student Radio PISCATAWAY, N.J. – The Scarlet Knights are back on the road for the for the second away game in a row in College Park against the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. The Scarlet Knights are looking to bounce back from a 66-49 loss at Penn State on Tuesday night in hopes... Read more →