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Former Westville Resident Convicted

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WOODBURY, NJ (December 5, 2018)--Gloucester County Prosecutor Charles Fiore is announcing the November 17, 2018 conviction by jury trial of defendant Wayne Moruzin, formerly of Westville, N.J.  Moruzin was convicted of 21 counts from an Indictment specifying numerous charges, including Armed Robbery, Criminal Restraint, Terroristic Threats, Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, Weapons Possession, Receiving Stolen Property and Possession of CDS (Heroin).

 

Woodbury Resident Indicted for Bank Robbery

 

PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney William M. McSwain announced today that Michael Fanelli, 36, of Woodbury, NJ, was indicted by a federal grand jury and charged with one count of armed bank robbery.

The federal indictment charges him with using a pellet gun to rob a PNC bank of approximately $7,000 dollars.  The PNC bank branch is located in Gladwyne, PA,

Come Enjoy the Magic of Christmas at Creamy Acres Farms, Mullica Hill

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MULLICA HILL, NJ--Holiday traditions await you at Creamy Acres as they transform the dairy farm into a Christmas Wonderland filled with huge sparkling light displays, a Musical Dancing Tree light show and lights galore. Bring the family for an old fashioned hayride while listening to all your favorite Christmas songs. Stroll through our Barnyard Walk with lights a glow. And yes, a free photo op with Santa!

The Night of Lights Country Christmas hayride and light extravaganza is sure to please kids of all ages. Creamy Acres wishes to help make your Christmas memories sparkle.

Glassboro in Lights Friday, December 7, 2018

GLASSBORO, NJ (December 2018)(CNBNewsnet)Glassboro, in partnership with Kingsway Church, presents Boro in Lights, the annual holiday celebration and tree lighting, on Friday, Dec. 7 from 6 to 9 pm in Downtown Glassboro and the Town Square. Ring in the holidays with:

Deptford Resident Marcel Steele Charged with Killing 22-Year-Old Jodeci Robinson

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WOODBURY, NJ (November 30, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Gloucester County Prosecutor Charles Fiore has announced that Marcel Steele, (DOB 1/23/96), of Deptford, New Jersey, was charged with the shooting death of 22-year-old Jodeci Robinson of Woodbury, New Jersey, and the attempted murder of 26-year-old Saliim Bey of Pine Hill, New Jersey.  Bey sustained a gunshot wound in the incident but survived.

 

*Gloucester County Flu-Shot Schedule

Woodbury, NJ) – The Gloucester County Department of Health is gearing up and preparing to provide no cost flu shots to county residents. Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger and Freeholder Jim Jefferson, Liaison to the Department of Health said residents should check their mailboxes for the flu shot schedule of locations and times in the county's newsletter.  

Gloucester County Caregivers Honored

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(Deptford, NJ)(November 2018)(CNBNewsnet) -- Gloucester County Senior Services hosted the annual Caregiver Appreciation Luncheon at Auletto Caterers in Deptford. Freeholder Heather Simmons gave the welcome remarks at the event.

Samaritan’s Tree of Life Ceremonies for Communities To Remember Your Loved Ones

 

Marlton, N.J. –The community is invited to a special annual tradition.  Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice presents its Tree of Life ceremonies at five area locations. The moving ceremonies serve as an opportune place to gather family and friends to remember loved ones.

Appel Farm holds ribbon-cutting for new solar panels

 

 

Elmer, New Jersey, November 4, 2018 – Appel Farm Arts and Music Center introduced their new array of solar panels with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

 “At the state level, we are looking for new renewable energy sources. This is the way of the future, and Appel Farm is always ahead of the game,” Taliaferro said.

Accreditation Assessment Team invites comment on GCPO

 

WOODBURY, NJ (November 5, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--As part of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police accreditation process, a team of assessors will arrive in Woodbury on Sunday, November 11th to conduct a review of all aspects of the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office’s policies and procedures, management operations and support services. 

“We are privileged to maintain compliance with the NJSACOP standards, whose principles have become the model of excellence in police work,” stated Prosecutor Charles Fiore.

Auto Zone Coming to Brooklawn Shopping Center

 

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BROOKLAWN NJ (October 31,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--An Auto Zone Store will be moving into the former Ming Kui Lau Restaurant, U.S. Route 130 and Browning Road, Brooklawn. Today work began on removing the second floor of the building. According to the South Jersey Observer the property sold for $960,000.  The restaurant closed its doors in June. 

Earlier this year the Brooklawn Planning Board granted minor site plan approval for an approximate 6,800 square foot AutoZone retail store with accessory on-site parking, loading area, identification signage and related site improvements. The second floor of the Ming Kui Lau restaurant was being removed today. An approximate 1,200 square foot building addition will be added to the building. 

An Advance Auto Parts store is located approximately 200 yards from where the new Auto Zone Store is being constructed.

Obituary: Michael F. Gibbons Jr., of Westville

Michael F. Gibbons Jr.

 

Michael F. Gibbons, Jr., on October 5, 2018, of Westville. Age 39. 

Devoted father of Jocelyn. Also survived by Christy Garrity, mother of Jocelyn.  Loving son of Michael, Sr. (Melanie) and April DiRocco (Joe).  Dear brother of Angela.  Loving grandson of Florence Greeley.  Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends and his best friend, Chris Kanuer. 

Girl Scouts honored for service project that helps children in foster care

 

(Swedesboro, NJ)(October 2018)(CNBNewsnet)-- Freeholder Jim Jefferson recognized Amanda Hughes, Kaelyn Charnitsky and Savannah Williams for their hard work in pursuit of the Girl Scouts Silver Award, the second highest award in the organization.

Local Woman's Business Featured in “O” and “Entrepreneur Magazine

 

Mullica Hill, NJ - Tyra Causey, Founder and CEO of Amelioration LLC, announces that her business is featured in the October 2018 Leading Women in Business special advertising sections of O, The Oprah Magazine and Entrepreneur Magazine.

Causey, a higher education master’s degree student at Rowan University was recently accepted into Harvard Business School’s business analytics program. A Retired Master Sergeant, Causey served 16 years in the U.S. Air Force. Amelioration grew out of both her military experience as an education and training manager and her post-military volunteer experience.

Statement from Freeholder Director Damminger regarding new ABC ruling on craft brewers

 

 

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, NJ --"As we kick off 'Shop, Dine, Go Local' in Gloucester County I feel compelled to support the interests of our independent local craft brewers in their search for fairness in the special ruling that was instituted on their industry recently.

*17th Annual Heroes To Hero Memorial 5K Run/ Walk October 13, 2018!

5K Run/Walk — USATF Certified Race to honor three fallen
firefighters — Tom Stewart, III, Chief James Sylvester and
Deputy Chief John West, who gave their lives in the line of duty
trying to save three little girls in a fire in Gloucester City on
July 4, 2002.

Blighted Properties to be Demolished in Paulsboro

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(Paulsboro, NJ) – Two blighted properties will be demolished in the coming weeks as part of the Housing Initiative Program for Paulsboro (HIPP).  Through the program, the Borough of Paulsboro acquires abandoned properties and vacant lots and Gloucester County, through its Community Development Block Grant Program, will demolish them to make way for new housing.

Gloucester County Women's Health Summit

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(Sewell, NJ) On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Department of Health & Human Services and The WHS Collaborative will be presenting the annual Women’s Health Summit: “Feel Better, Eat Better, Live Better.”

Anthony Raymond Zemaitatis, Owner of Haddon Fire Protection, Gloucester City

Anthony Raymond Zemaitatis

 

Zemaitatis, Anthony Raymond, - 85, of EHT formerly of Moorestown and Longport, NJ passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018. Ray was born in Camden City NJ, graduated Woodbury HS a top basketball player. A loyal 65 year member of Philadelphia Local 692 Sprinkler Fitter union and 25 year owner of Haddon Fire Protection Co. Inc. of Gloucester City NJ.

Man released on NJ Bail Reform for distribution of heroin charged with murder weeks after release

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Penns Grove NJ man charged in murder of former Paulsboro High School wrestler after road rage dispute.

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Anthony Kille, 20, of Penns Grove, has been charged with killing Davontae Randall, 21, of Paulsboro days after a road rage incident.

Kille has a long history with the law having recently been arrested for conspiracy, and possession and distribution of heroin in July. Kille was serving home confinement as part of his release under NJ Bail Reform. Kille was released after the Arnold Foundation’s “Pretrial Risk Assessment” tool determined he was not a danger to the community or a flight risk and therefore should not be subject to any accountable release – just a “promise” to appear.

Railroad-crossing repairs begin next week in Woodbury

Necessary safety work will require road closure and detours

(Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced a railroad crossing rehabilitation project beginning next week that will require a three-day closure and detour of Park Avenue in Woodbury, Gloucester County.

Paulsboro Murder Suspect Arrested

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PAULSBORO, NJ (August 28, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--On Saturday, August 25, 2018, at approximately 6:45 pm, officers from the Paulsboro Police Department responded to 205 W. Buck Street, Paulsboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey regarding reports that a subject had been shot.  Upon arrival, responding officers discovered 21-year-old Davontae Randall of Paulsboro had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. 

OBITUARY: Charles Fooks of Deptford, formerly of Woodbury

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On August 22, 2018. Age 74. Of Deptford, formerly of Woodbury. 

Burial will be in Laurel Lawn Cemetery, Bridgeton.  

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Charles Fooks. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME:  Ph: 856-456-1142

via www.mccannhealey.com

21-Year-Old Paulsboro Man Shot and Killed

 

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PAULSBORO, NJ (August 26, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--On Saturday, August 25, 2018, at approximately 6:45 pm, officers from the Paulsboro Police Department responded to 205 W. Buck Street, Paulsboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey regarding reports that a subject had been shot.  Upon arrival, responding officers discovered 21-year-old Davontae Randall who had sustained apparent gunshot wounds. 

Medical personnel transported the victim to a local area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Corporate donations help fund the summer Parks programs

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(Deptford, NJ)(CNBNewsnet) On Thursday, August 9, Freeholder Frank J. DiMarco, liaison to the Department of Parks, was presented with a check for $1,000 for the Summer Parks Program from the South Jersey Federal Credit Union.

Former Deptford Township Police Officer Found Guilty of Reckless Manslaughter

DEPTFORD, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Former Deptford Township police officer James A.Stuart  (11/25/83) was found guilty today (8/21) of reckless manslaughter in the  1/5/13 fatal shooting of a friend, 27 year-old David Compton.

The Top 30 Communities with the Highest Taxes; No. 23 Gloucester City, No. 18 Mount Ephraim

LOVE YOUR MONEY!

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TRENTON, NJ (AUGUST 20, 2018)--NJ Advance Media for NJ.com released an article today naming the 30 towns in the State of New Jersey with the highest tax rate. There are 565 municipalities in the state of New Jersey.

So which towns actually slam their residents hardest when it comes to property taxes?

12 Agencies Involved in Arrest:Murder Suspect Captured in Gloucester City

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 13, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Thadius Wyatt Oswald, (DOB 7/23/99), of Paulsboro, NJ, was arrested and charged Monday, August 13, 2018, with the shooting death of 32-year-old Misael Ruiz Garcia of Woodbury, New Jersey, Gloucester County Prosecutor Charles Fiore announced.

27-Year-Old Woodbury Man Murdered

WOODBURY, NJ (August 12, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Saturday, August 11, 2018, at approximately 11:33 pm, Woodbury City Police officers were dispatched to the unit block of E. Centre Street, Woodbury, Gloucester County, New Jersey for a reported shooting.  Upon arrival, responding officers discovered the body of a 27-year-old male with an apparent gunshot wound to the head. 

Paulsboro Resident Malcom D. Tyson Sentenced to 28 Years for the Murder of "Buttons" Combs

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WOODBURY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Malcom D. Tyson, age 25, of Paulsboro NJ was sentenced August 10 to 28 years in New Jersey state prison after pleading guilty to aggravated manslaughter in the death of 60-year-old Sylvester “Buttons” Combs, whose body was found in a trailer at an abandoned Swedesboro NJ business on April 6, 2016 Gloucester County Prosecutor Charles A. Fiore announced.

Art program for blind and visually impaired residents recognized for success

(Clarksboro, NJ) – Artist Eiko Fan was honored for her work for the conception of the Form in Art program on July 20. The program, which was created in 2006 by Eiko Fan and Vaugh Stubbs, allows blind and visually impaired residents to experience art through a variety of mediums. 

New Traffic Signal at Tanyard Road and Salina Road

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(Deptford, NJ) (CNBNewsnet)– Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger, Freeholder Heather Simmons and Freeholder Frank J. DiMarco turned on the new traffic signal today at the intersection of Tanyard Road and Salina Road. 

The Sharrott Winery in Winslow Township Celebrates the opening of the New $1M Expansion

  (Winslow Township, NJ) On Wednesday, July 18 The Sharrott Winery in Winslow Township celebrated the opening of the new one million dollar expansion of their tasting room. The event featured live music, wine tasting, tours, and a ribbon cutting to officially unveil the expanded tasting room.

West Deptford Police Department Crime Report from July 1 through July 17

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WEST DEPTFORD, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Arrests: On 7.01.2018, Justin J. O’Hare, 30, of West Deptford was arrested on Raphael Place for simple assault and resisting arrest. He was released pending further court action.

On 7.01.2018, Zewter A. Asaminew, 29, of Maryland and Honeyban Gebremedhin, 28, of Maryland were arrested on Interstate 295. Asaminew was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Gebremedhin was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. They were both released pending further court action.

OBITUARY: Maria Gioiosa of Westville, age 79

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Westville - On July 25, 2018. Age 79. (nee Pisani) Loving wife of 59 years to Aldo Gioiosa. Loving mother of Adriana Stazzone (late Andres), Robert Gioiosa (Marlene), Claudio Gioiosa and the late Stella Pronesti (surv. Roque). Cherished grandmother of Eliana Bistotto, Anabella Pronesti, Melissa Fabro, Catherine Pronesti, Reina Stazzone, Melanie Gioiosa and Cynthia Gioiosa and great-grandmother of Benjamin Bistotto, Enzo Fabro, Jayden Pronesti and Stella Pronesti. Beloved sister of Teresa Pisani and the late Franci Pisani. 

Free Summer Productions for Gloucester County Residents

 

(Clarksboro, NJ) – the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Gloucester County Parks and Recreation invites residents to take advantage of free summer productions performed by the youth in the county's Summer Theater Program.

This year’s three shows, Alice in Wonderland Jr., The Little Mermaid Jr. and The Show Must Go On (one act play), and Shrek, The Musical will all run for three days each and will feature the talents of a cast ranging from ages 8 to 17 who are excited to show off what they have been rehearsing in this year’s Summer Theater Program.

Kemble Hosts Annual Free Summer Music Camp from August 6-10

 

Local Children To Dive Deeper in the Waters of God’s Love

 Woodbury, NJ— Kemble United Methodist Church invites local children, ages seven through 15, to join in on the fun at its third annual Summer Music Camp.  Held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon each day of the week of August 6th, the camp aims to nurture musicianship, build confidence and encourage artistic expression in children through developmentally appropriate vocal instruction.  Presided by Lead Pastor Reverend Dr. Michael Harriott, and run by Director of Music Sarah England Baab and more than two dozen volunteers, this community choir experience wraps up on Friday, August 10th, with an 11 a.m. closing program that concludes with a reception for the families in the church’s Raver Dining Hall.

*Reduced cost animal adoptions now through July 31

 

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(Clayton, NJ) –Gloucester County Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger and Freeholder Dan Christy announced that the Gloucester County Animal Shelter will reduce adoption fees for cats and dogs beginning today until the end of July.

Obituary: Helen Wright, of Pitman, formerly of Westville

Helen Margaret Wright (nee Scanlon)

 

Helen Margaret Wright, (née Scanlon) age 96, formerly of Westville and most recently of Pitman, NJ returned to our Lord on July 21, 2018.

Legacy

Helen grew up in New Sharon, Deptford Twp., on the family farm – Scanlon’s Piggery. She attended Deptford Public Schools and Woodbury High School then worked in a dress factory during World War II at home. She married Clinton L. Wright in 1941 and the two raised a family of six children while living in Westville for more than 31 years. She returned to Deptford Twp. to live for 11 years before moving to Pitman Manor for the remainder of her life. Helen enjoyed sewing, cooking, shopping, and time with her family most. She was most happy feeding the family dinners and having everyone home and around the dining table.

Suspect Arrested for Pitman Murder

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GREENWICH, NJ (July 20, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Daniel Brennan, 33 (DOB 7/14/85), of Greenwich, Cumberland County NJ, was arrested and charged Thursday, July 19, 2018, with causing the death of 31-year-old Leeann Foltrauer of Pitman, New Jersey.

Major Drug Bust in Paulsboro; 21 Charged

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PAULSBORO, NJ (JULY 11, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--he Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office’s Gangs, Guns and Narcotics Task Force, working in close partnership with multiple local, county, state and federal law enforcement partners, has charged 21 suspects with operating an extensive  drug trafficking network based in Paulsboro, N.J.

Gloucester County Prosecutors Office Summer Interns

 

WOODBURY, NJ (July 10, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--As adults, they may never wear a badge or gun or question witnesses in a courtroom.  But 16 Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office summer interns are getting a close-up look at the jobs of the criminal justice system for the next month.

Pine Hill Resident Nathaniel Jones Found Guilty of Sexual Assault of Teenage Girl

WOODBURY NJ (JULY 9, 2018)(CNBNEWSNET)--Nathaniel E.  Jones, age 28, of Pine Hill NJ was found guilty today of sexually assaulting a 14 year-old girl in Washington Township NJ in the summer of 2014.

Phillip T. Barnett, 91, of Westville; Owner of Barnet-Hendricks Pools; World War II Army Vet

Philip T. Barnett of Westville, N.J. passed away Saturday, June 30, 2018. He was 91. Born in Saxton, Pa., Philip resided in Mount Laurel for 40 years before moving to Westville. He was the owner of Barnett-Hendricks Pools in Cherry Hill, N.J.

Compulsive Sex Offender Bryan W. Anast Sentenced; Presently Serving 55 Years in Calif.

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WOODBURY NJ (July 3, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Bryan W. Anast  (DOB 2/9/68), currently serving a 55 year sentence in California for multiple sex offenses, was sentenced Friday  June 29 in Superior Court, Woodbury to 15 years in New jersey state prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a girl in Monroe and Washington townships and Glassboro starting when she was six in 1992 and continuing for two years.

Court Rules Defense Attorney Represented Sexual Assault Criminal Fairly

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WOODBURY NJ (June 27, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--A state appeals court has affirmed a prior ruling that the lawyer for Lawrence L. Moore (DOB 12/12/55), of Pitman, did not ineffectively represent him during his 2011 trial for sexually assaulting a girl when she was 10 and continuing from 1999 to 2001.

Three Men Sentenced for Promoting Sexual Encounters with Teenager in Gibbstown Motel

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 WOODBURY, NJ (June 22, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Two Gloucester County men and a New York resident were each sentenced today to eight years in New Jersey state prison after pleading guilty to promoting prostitution by arranging sexual encounters with a 17-year-old runaway while she was in a Gibbstown NJ motel in December 2016.

Curwin Memorial Scholarship Awarded to Rutgers School of Law Student Jonathan Grekstas

 

Jonathan Grekstas;  Audrey Curwin;  Jillian Curwin (daughter of Audrey);  Ben Curwin  (son of Audrey)

WOODBURY NJ (June 22, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--The recipient of the second annual Michael S. Curwin Memorial Scholarship for a student at the Rutgers University School of Law is Jonathan Grekstas.

Camden City Man Arrested on Human Trafficking Charge

 WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP NJ (June 19, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Tony L. Davis  (DOB 1/7/84), of Camden City NJ has been arrested on charges of engaging in human trafficking with a 22-year-old woman at a Washington Township NJ motel.

GLOUCESTER COUNTY: Mental health awareness and suicide prevention spotlighted

   

(Woodbury, NJ)(CNBNewsnet)-- – Gloucester County Freeholders want residents to know that there are resources within the county to help increase mental health awareness and prevent suicide. 

The county has a Mental Health Professional Advisory Committee, a Mental Health Board and a Mental Health Administrator to help support agencies and individuals.