The Rumor About Moving Students Into the M.E. Costello Property Is True

By Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 11, 2026) — For some time, a rumor about reopening the abandoned Mary Ethel Costello School has circulated throughout the community.

The Gloucester City Board of Education deeded the building, assessed at more than $1 million, to the Gloucester City taxpayers several years ago. The school was vacated in 2017- 2018 when students from the elementary school were relocated to the new $90 million Gloucester City Middle School a few blocks away.

That 122,000-square-foot building was constructed on land that once contained 70 homes, all acquired through eminent domain for approximately $35 million. The new school was designed to accommodate 685 students in grades 4 through 8.

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Suspect Wanted by Philadelphia Police For Assault

Central Detective Division is seeking the public’s help identifying the individual seen in the following video and photos.

On November 3, 2026, at 2:46PM, the victim, a 60 year-old female, at 2:46PM was walking west on 1000 Race St when an unknown black male riding a bicycle east on 1000 Race St stuck out his arm and struck her in the face causing the complainant to fall backward onto the sidewalk. The suspect is seen on video assaulting the victim then leaving the area south on 10th St. Video obtained just prior to the assault shows the offender making a food delivery pickup on the 10xx block of Race St. The victim was transported by Medics to Temple Hospital for facial pain and swelling.

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American Water Foundation Gives $25K to NJ Nonprofits

New Jersey American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by
American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced today that the Foundation awarded a combined total of $25,000 in State Strategic Impact grants to four New Jersey nonprofits working to strengthen housing stability, financial capability and access to essential resources.
“New Jersey American Water has been a longtime partner of Interfaith Neighbors, and we are grateful for the many ways the company has supported our work and engaged with the communities we serve,” said Heather Triarsi, Chief Executive Officer,
Interfaith Neighbors. “This grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation will help us expand programs that provide individuals and families with resources and opportunities to build greater financial stability.”

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Virtual Public Information Session on Broadway Flood Mitigation Project

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ — Residents are invited to participate in a Virtual Public Information Session on Wednesday, November 12, 2026, to learn more about the city’s ongoing Broadway Flood Mitigation Improvements Project.

The online session will provide an overview of the planned improvements, project goals, anticipated construction activities, and expected benefits designed to reduce flooding and improve stormwater management along the Broadway corridor.

City officials and project representatives are expected to discuss the scope of the work and answer questions from residents and business owners affected by the project.

The flood mitigation initiative is part of Gloucester City’s continued efforts to address recurring flooding issues and improve infrastructure resiliency.

Residents interested in attending or obtaining additional information can visit the City of Gloucester website:

More Information:
https://www.cityofgloucester.org/node/39551

Source: City of Gloucester, New Jersey

CNBNews Editor’s Note: Flood mitigation projects have become increasingly important for communities throughout South Jersey as municipalities work to address aging infrastructure and weather-related flooding concerns.

HOME COUNTRY: The names may be goofy, but are seldom boring…

All land developers really have to do to name all the new streets in a sagebrush subdivision is to leave the naming up to the local kids. The names may be goofy, but are seldom boring.

Such was the case with Fonster Fench. From the outside, she looked just like any other small stray cat that a young girl might rescue and bring home. But when my kid named her Fonster Fench, I had to ask why.

“Well,” she said, “you can see her name’s Fonster, right? And she has this … fenchiness about her.”

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John “Jack” J. O’Brien, 82, of Voorhees

On April 28, 2026, at the age of 82. Of Voorhees. Formerly of Haddonfield and Westmont. Son of the late John J. O’Brien, Sr. and the late Ruth O’Brien (nee Lappin). Survived by his children, Holly Benner and John J. O’Brien, III; his granddaughter, Kinley; his siblings, Elaine O’Brien, Nancy Davis, Marian Murphy, Larry O’Brien, Patricia Richter and Margaret McDevitt. Predeceased by his brothers, Dennis, Robert and Sean O’Brien; sister, Kathy Ranger and step-father, Lawrence O’Brien.

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Rowan Men’s Soccer to Host NCAA Championship

The NJAC Champion Rowan men’s soccer team has been selected to host the First and Second Rounds of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship. Play at the Rowan Soccer & Lacrosse Complex begins on Saturday, November 14th when the Profs face Marymount (VA) at noon, with Washington & Lee meeting Colorado College at 2:30 p.m. in the second game.

Saturday’s winners will meet on Sunday at 2 p.m. for the chance to advance to the Sectionals on November 21-22 with the site to be determined.

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Gloucester City School District Touts Academic Success Amid Growing Financial Concerns

Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ — The Gloucester City School District is celebrating a series of academic achievements while confronting significant financial challenges tied to state funding limitations and rising operational costs, according to a year-end report released by Superintendent Sean Gorman.

In the district’s annual spring-summer newsletter, school officials highlighted student accomplishments, continued enrollment growth, and national recognition earned by Gloucester City High School during the 2025-26 school year.

Among the district’s most notable achievements, Gloucester City High School was once again recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s Best High Schools, marking the tenth consecutive year the school has received the distinction. The high school also earned placement on the College Board’s AP School Honor Roll for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing efforts to expand Advanced Placement opportunities and support student success.

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Three People Shot in Burlington City

Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Burlington City Police Department Officer in Charge Captain Robert O’Brien announced that three people were shot in Burlington City tonight in the 100 block of Federal Street just before 7 p.m.

An adult male was transported by ambulance to Virtua Willingboro Hospital and two juvenile males were airlifted to Cooper University Medical Center in Camden. There are no condition updates to be reported at this time.

A large amount of people gathered near the incident following the shootings, leading to mutual assistance being requested from multiple local police departments. No arrests have been made.

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NJ Dept. of Corrections To Host Regional Recruitment Open House in Vineland

The New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) – the state’s largest law enforcement agency – is seeking dedicated candidates to join its ranks and will host a Recruitment Open House on November 11, 2026, at Semper Marine Hall, Detachment #205 in Cumberland County.

The event will be held from 4-7 p.m. and is free and open to all individuals who are interested in becoming a NJDOC Correctional Police Officer.

Individuals can meet with NJDOC Recruitment Officers and learn more about the hiring process – from information on salary/benefits and qualifications, to the physical fitness requirements, insights into NJDOC’s Training Academy and the roles and responsibilities of Correctional Police Officers. Individuals can also receive onsite assistance filling out the application and guidance on next steps with the application process.