CNBNews Archives Dec. 10, 1990

Percy W. Stubbs, ‘Mayor’ of Riverview Heights, Passes at 77

(Republished August 16, 2026)–Percy W. Stubbs, a lifelong Gloucester City resident affectionately known as the “Mayor of Riverview Heights,” passed away on December 10, 1990. He was 77.

Stubbs spent his career as an operating engineer specializing in refrigeration with the Atlantic Richfield Company, retiring in 1978. Even after retirement, he remained a fixture in the community — always ready to lend a hand, repair a neighbor’s appliance, or offer friendly conversation from his front porch.

He was widely admired for his generosity, quick wit, and willingness to help anyone who needed it. His neighbors often joked that if you didn’t know what was happening in Riverview Heights, Percy did.

Stubbs was active in several local organizations, including the Gloucester City–Brooklawn Chapter of Deborah Heart and Lung Center and the Town Watch. Although a heart condition slowed him down during his final year, he continued to stay connected with the community he loved.

He is survived by his wife, Gladys, and will be remembered as one of Riverview Heights’ most beloved personalities — a man whose presence made the neighborhood feel like family.

Source: Gloucester City News/December 10, 1990) written by Wm. E. Cleary Sr.

Note: We will be publishing some of our articles from the past in the coming weeks.

Data Shows Gloucester City Property Taxes One Of the Highest in SJ

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 16, 2026)–Gloucester City residents received their 2026–27 property tax bills last week, and many are expressing frustration over unusually steep increases. CNBNews has heard from several taxpayers who say their bills jumped far beyond what they expected.

 View of downtown Gloucester City from the Walt Whitman Bridge

photo by Famartin – Own work

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One resident, Sandy Reed, who ran unsuccessfully for council in the November 2025 election, told CNBNews her row‑home tax bill increased by $800. Reed asked the same question many residents are now asking: Why so high?

Several factors may be contributing:

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Shooting Investigations

On August 14, 2026, in the 22nd District, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a shooting occurred on the highway in the 2100 block of N. Gratz Street. The victim was transported by police to Temple University Hospital and is currently listed in critical condition.

In the 39th District, at approximately 8:33 p.m., a shooting occurred on the highway at N. 25th and W. Elkhart Streets. The victim was transported by private vehicle to Temple University Hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.

Residents Accuse City Council of ‘Taxation Without Representation’ During Heated Budget Debate-1982

 

GCity Residents Challenge Council on Proposed Tax Increase

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 8, 1982)–Two Gloucester City residents confronted Mayor William E. Gartland and City Council during the April 8, 1982 meeting, questioning what taxpayers would gain from a proposed nine‑cent increase in the municipal tax rate.

Former Fire Chief James Durkin asked council members what additional services residents could expect if the tax rate rose from 43 cents to 52 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. Durkin noted that his seashore home — taxed at a lower rate — received three trash collections per week, while Gloucester City had reduced its schedule to once weekly.

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Serial Shed Burglar Arrested Following Investigation

On July 21, 2026, at approximately 12:22 AM, Gloucester Township Police responded to the unit block of Vance Avenue in Sicklerville for a report of a suspect actively breaking into a resident’s shed.

As officers arrived in the area, they observed a white Chevrolet Equinox fleeing the scene. Officers attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop; however, the driver failed to comply and continued to flee.

Officers identified the driver as Darryl Hill, age 60, of the unit block of Dickenson Drive in Sicklerville. Officers responded to Hill’s residence, where they observed him exit the Chevrolet Equinox and flee on foot. Hill was apprehended and taken into custody without further incident. The Chevrolet Equinox was impounded pending an application for a search warrant.

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Hahn Stepping Down as ED of Assembly Majority Office

Speaker Craig J. Coughlin issued the following statement today on the announcement that Seth Hahn is stepping down as the Executive Director of the Assembly Majority Office in September.

“Seth has been an invaluable member of our team and an important part of the success of our caucus over the past six years,” said Speaker Coughlin. “Seth’s leadership was instrumental in expanding paid family leave, passing landmark affordable housing legislation, increasing ballot access, and making sure New Jersey has been on the leading edge pushing back against attacks on reproductive care, immigrants’ rights, voting rights and common sense gun safety laws. He was the Assembly’s top negotiator for five bipartisan budgets spanning two administrations. I wish him the best of luck as he enters the next phase of his career, and I know he will be successful.”

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Traffic Advisory

Route 42 northbound and southbound are scheduled to have single lane closures Monday night between Tuckahoe Road/Stagecoach Road/CR 555 and Watson Drive in Washington Township to restripe the roadway and perform a traffic shift, as a pavement preservation project advance in Gloucester County.

Beginning at 8 p.m. Monday, August 17 until 5 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, a single lane on Route 42 northbound and southbound is scheduled to be closed from Tuckahoe Road/Stagecoach Road/CR 555 to Watson Drive in Washington Township. The lane closures are expected to begin in the right lane on Route 42 northbound, before moving to the left lane. Once work is complete on Route 42 northbound, lane closures will begin on Route 42 southbound. The lane closures are necessary to restripe the roadway, move construction barrier and shift traffic in both directions.

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Gov. Shapiro no longer able to attend

Governor Shapiro is no longer able to attend today’s WLL Championship at Subaru Park. Media are still welcome to attend. Game time for the WLL Championship is 5 p.m. and will be live on ESPN. Please RSVP via email if you are not already credentialed.

Also, the Philadelphia Waterdogs are currently facing the New York Atlas live on ESPN for a PLL (men’s) regular season matchup before the WLL Championship. The Waterdogs are Philadelphia’s only professional men’s lacrosse team.

Updated media advisory is below…

EVENT:           INAUGURAL WOMEN’S LACROSSE LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP MAKES WOMEN’S SPORTS HISTORY AT SUBARU PARK

PLACE:          Subaru Park, One Stadium Drive, Chester, Pa. 19013

TIME:              Saturday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.

DETAILS:       The inaugural Women’s Lacrosse League Championship will make women’s sports history at Subaru Park on Saturday, Aug. 15, as the Maryland Charm and California Palms compete for the league’s first title.

The championship marks the culmination of the WLL’s first full regular season and will feature some of the world’s top women’s lacrosse players, including several with ties to Philadelphia and South Jersey.

The championship comes as the league works with state, local and community partners to expand access to professional women’s lacrosse and introduce more young athletes and families across Pennsylvania to the sport.

In partnership with the Shapiro Administration, the WLL provided 2,500 complimentary tickets to nonprofit organizations, youth programs and community groups across Pennsylvania to attend the championship at Subaru Park.

The City of Philadelphia has proclaimed Saturday, Aug. 15, Women’s Lacrosse League Day in Philadelphia.

For tickets and more information: www.thewll.com.

Arrest Made in Lower Township

The Lower Township Police Department responded to the 200 block of E. Delaware Parkway, in the Villas section of Lower Township for a reported stabbing. The victim, a 23-year-old male from Villas, sustained significant injury to his hand as a result of an apparent assault with a knife. The victim was transported to Cooper Cape Regional for his injuries, which were non-life threatening.

Responding Officers determined that the victim had fled the scene of the assault, which had occurred in the 300 block of E Pacific Avenue. Patrol Officers located several witnesses to the altercation. An ensuing investigation conducted by members of the Lower Township Detective Bureau determined that the victim was attacked by the accused after arriving at a 3rd party residence. The altercation continued into the street, where the accused brandished a knife and stabbed the victim. The accused then fled the scene prior to police arrival.

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Overnight Incidents

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be shared as they become available, and information regarding current incidents will be provided throughout the day.

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on the 9XX block of South 4th Street at approximately 2:00 a.m. on August 15, 2026. At approximately 8:15 a.m., an adult male walked into Jefferson Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unknown at this time. There is no known motive, and no arrest has been made. 

On August 15, 2026, at approximately 12:31 a.m., 25th District officers responded to the 43XX block of North 5th Street for a radio call reporting a person with a gun and a male shot inside a vehicle near a barbershop. Upon arrival, officers located two shooting victims inside a gray Honda Pilot. Both victims were transported to Temple University Hospital. The first victim, identified as a 22-year-old, sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the upper torso and was listed in critical but stable condition. The second victim, a 17-year-old female, sustained gunshot wounds to the head and left leg and was listed in serious-critical condition. No arrest has been made, and no motive has been determined at this time.

Both investigations are active and ongoing with the Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group.