Juneteenth Event 6/13/26

Celebrate community at the Winslow Township Juneteenth Celebration. Enjoy food, music, and culture at New Brooklyn Park in Sicklerville.

  • When: Sat, June 13 | 2 PM – 7 PM
  • Location: 123 New Brooklyn Erial Rd, Sicklerville, NJ

Enjoy a concert by the Wallstreet Soul Band sponsored by the Camden County Commissioners at 6pm. 

Governor Meyer Declares Statewide Drought Watch

Governor Matt Meyer has issued a statewide drought watch due to precipitation levels experiencing a steep and steady decline throughout the state for the second time in three years, particularly in Kent and Sussex Counties. The Governor declared a drought watch after receiving guidance from the Delaware Water Supply Coordinating Council (WSCC).

The drought watch is in effect until further notice. During this time, Delawareans are asked to voluntarily reduce outdoor uses of water and practice wise water use in their homes in order to preserve the state’s water resources for more necessary uses.

The Governor’s decision follows a May 26 assessment of drought conditions by the WSCC and the subsequent recommendation from the Governor’s Drought Response Committee on May 29. The council found that the state would need to receive 21 inches of rainfall over the next three months – summer months when evaporation is at its highest – to recharge Delaware’s water supply back to normal levels.

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Detectives Investigating Homicide in Camden

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Camden that led to a multi-vehicle crash in Pennsauken on Tuesday night, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 7:02 p.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to the 3300 block of Westfield Avenue in Camden in reference to a ShotSpotter activation. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple shell casings and an unoccupied vehicle that had been struck by gunfire.
At approximately 7:06 p.m., officers from the Pennsauken Police Department responded to a crash involving five motor vehicles at Drexel Avenue and Route 130 in Pennsauken. Upon arrival, officers observed that one of the vehicles had been struck by gunfire. The driver – later identified as 36-year-old Izaiah Minzy of Westville – was found to be suffering from a gunshot wound. Minzy was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 8:11 p.m. Six other individuals occupying vehicles involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.
This investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Cody Skinner of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at 856-580-6053 and Detective Andrew Mogck of the Camden County Police Department at 609-519-8588. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

PZ Board Meeting Cancelled June 17, 2026

The Gloucester City Planning/Zoning Board meeting for June 17, 2026
has been cancelled due to lack of business.
The next meeting will be held on July 15, 2026, as scheduled.
We apologize for any inconvenience.

Special Olympics NJ Summer Games this weekend! 

Special Olympics New Jersey (SONJ) invites you to experience firsthand how the power of sports unites communities at its annual Summer Games, taking place this weekend at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). This marquee event is the culmination of months of dedication and hard work by thousands of athletes and will be held Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7.

Join us on Friday, June 5 at 7:30 pm at Lions Stadium for the 2026 Summer Games Opening Ceremony, as we kick off New Jersey’s most inspiring weekend. This unforgettable evening celebrates the determination, spirit, and unity of the Special Olympics community.

Admission is FREE and open to all—bring your family and friends and be part of a powerful night where inclusion truly shines.

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The Role of CPAs in Advisory Services for Expanding Firms

You might be feeling that growth was supposed to make everything easier, yet somehow it has made every decision heavier. Revenue is up, the team is bigger, and new markets are opening, but now you are staring at cash flow swings, hiring questions, tax surprises, Alexandria bookkeeping, and investors who expect clear answers. It can feel like you are building the plane while flying it, with no time to slow down and think.end

At the same time, you may sense that the old way of working with your accountant is not enough anymore. Once a year you send over numbers, then you get a tax return and some quick comments. That might have worked when you were small. Now you need guidance during the year, not after. You need someone who understands both the numbers and the story behind them.

That is where the role of a Certified Public Accountant shifts from basic compliance to true advisory support. In simple terms, this is about having a trusted financial guide at your side as your firm expands, not just a technician who files forms. Done well, CPA advisory services for growing businesses can help you avoid costly mistakes, plan for cash needs, and build a structure that is ready for the next stage.

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Why Animal Hospitals Are Leaders In Community Animal Welfare

Animal hospitals shape how your community treats animals. You see their signs on busy streets. You visit them when your pet is in pain. Yet their work reaches far beyond exam rooms. They guide you on vaccines, nutrition, and safe play. They watch for early signs of disease in local pets. They report patterns that protect both animals and people. In every town, from small clinics to a veterinarian in Surrey, these hospitals stand at the center of animal welfare. They respond during storms, fires, and public health scares. They work with shelters, rescue groups, and animal control. They train staff to handle fear, grief, and hard choices with patience. They help you protect the animals you love and the ones you never see. When your community talks about animal welfare, animal hospitals quietly lead the work.

How animal hospitals protect public health

You may think an animal hospital only treats sick pets. In truth, it also guards public health. It does this through three main roles.

  • It prevents diseases that pass from animals to people.
  • It tracks patterns of illness in your community.
  • It teaches you how to keep your home safe.

First, vaccines stop rabies and other deadly infections. Rabies still kills people worldwide. A single unvaccinated pet can expose a family to fear and pain. Routine vaccines lower that risk for your whole street. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains how pet vaccination protects human health on its rabies and pets page.

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CNB Archives: Gloucester City’s Political Scene in 2021

Gloucester City, NJ(August 30, 2021)(CNBNews)— The November 2 election in Gloucester City will have three different groups offering candidates for the positions on the council that are open. When Mayor Dan Spencer resigned suddenly in April, he still had a year and a half left on his four-year term. His resignation set up the following chain of events. Democrat Councilman at large Pat Keating stepped down from his position and was appointed to the mayor’s seat until this November’s election. The fact that there were two unexpected openings on the council seems to have got two former mayors with different philosophies thinking about getting back in the arena.

Those two mayors are Robert (Bob) Bevan, who was elected in the 80s to two terms as an independent, and Charles (Chuck) Billingham, who was elected in the mid-90s as a democrat. 

Former Gloucester City Mayor Robert Bevan’s candidate for Pat Keating’s council-at-large seat is Sarah O’Brien; she is very involved in a youth program called Community Rocks, which teaches art and music to kids, according to Bevan.  

Bevan had hoped to have a candidate to run Spencer’s unexpired term, but was unable to find anyone interested.  “We had short notice; the deadline for us to gather names on the nomination petition was today, August 30, by 4 PM.  That seat, along with Keating’s at-large position, will be up for re-election next November.  Hopefully, we can get more people interested in running for office by then.”

We will talk with Bevan about why he got back into the political arena later this week. We will also have more information about Sarah O’Brien at that time. 

Billingham announced today that he is forming his own Democratic Party in Gloucester City, and is backing Dale Baile for mayor, George Berglund for council, and newcomer Robbie Page for Keating’s at-large council seat. Billingham said he has resigned from the Gloucester City Democrat Club and is just organizing this new group. He emphasized he was not going to run for any position on council or any other body.

“I don’t want to do anything in a vacuum or behind closed doors from now on; everything will be in the open. The people I spoke to so far agreed to that open-door policy. I have the blessing of Jim Beach, the chairman of the Camden County Democratic organization and also the state Democratic organization, to proceed with the reorganization of the Gloucester City Democratic Party.  After speaking with Chairman Beach, he promised that the candidates I am backing in November will be listed in Column 1 on the ballot. The incumbents who are up for re-election have been moved to Column 2. “

“In the future, I like to see incumbents earn the right to run for re-election. Under the present system, an incumbent can stay in office as long as he wants, even if he isn’t doing his job. Asked who else is involved in this change, Billingham said, “Presently it is just and Ad-hoc group of non-political people who agree with me that our city is going in the wrong direction.”

Asked who was in charge of the present Democrat Party, Billingham said, “My son Michael is the head of those people, and there is a bit of a private disagreement between us. I have no intention of running for office. I am just an advisor.” 

What made you decide to start this movement? 

“I have been out of politics since 2015, but in recent months, I met with the present members of the Party, and I wasn’t hearing anything different coming from their mouths. I just got my tax bill and I saw how high it was this year, I just had to do something. I also have been reading your Peyton and Me Meandering columns and I see quality of life problems I just didn’t like. “

“Robbie Page has an incredible educational background in finance. He has the backing of the Camden County Democrats. Rob will be out knocking on doors, meeting everyone he can between now and November 2. Dale Baile is running for mayor. He is a businessman who has been involved in civic activities for many years. He is going to make a great mayor.”

Lastly, I would like to make it clear that I don’t approve of personal attacks on candidates. I will disagree with someone’s policies, but it upsets me when the Party or the local Democrats bash someone’s personality. I tried for six months to influence those running the local organization to my way of thinking. But, they disagreed with me and forced me to take this action.”

Once we know the names of the candidates the regular Democrats are nominating, we will publish that information.

Why Every Aircraft Owner Should Get a Valuation Before Selling

Selling an aircraft requires more than a listing, a few photos, and patience. Maintenance status, engine condition, cabin wear, avionics, financing costs, and buyer demand determine price expectations. Without a current value opinion, a seller may miss the fair market price or post a number that keeps serious interest away. A sound valuation provides the process with a factual basis and helps ensure that each step rests on evidence rather than assumptions.

Pricing Starts With Facts

Before any asking figure appears in a listing, current sales data should guide the range. A recent aircraft valuation review compares comparable offerings, completed transactions, engine program status, total time, and maintenance timing, then weighs those details against supply levels and buyer activity. With that support, sellers can avoid wishful pricing or needless discounting while keeping discussions grounded in market evidence.

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How to Choose a Hot Tub That Matches Your Lifestyle and Backyard

A hot tub can support muscle recovery, calmer evenings, or shared time with family, but an excellent purchase starts with function, not finish. The strongest choices reflect bathing habits, yard dimensions, upkeep tolerance, and seasonal weather. Early planning helps buyers avoid poor seating fit, inflated utility costs, and awkward installation problems. With those factors in view, a spa becomes a useful wellness feature that suits regular routines and outdoor living.

Define Daily Use

The first decision is purpose. Some households want post-workout hydrotherapy, while others picture low-key conversation after dinner. Before comparing shell colors or control panels, many shoppers review seat depth, jet zones, and operating costs through trusted Memphis hot tub providers, because local weather, pad access, electrical setup, service response, and delivery constraints often shape long-term satisfaction more than surface style alone.

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