HURLOCK, PAUL G., SR.
On July 7, 2007, of Gloucester City, NJ. Age 55 years.
Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Jervis). Dear father of Penny Ann, Carl Wm. and Francis Hurlock and the late Paul G. Hurlock, Jr. Loving grandfather of five and his devoted four legged companion \’Baby\’.
Paul was employed by Harcourt Publishing in Bellmawr for 30 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Thursday evening 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the HENRY FUNERAL HOME, 152 W. Atlantic Ave., Audubon. Funeral Service will be conducted 8:00 PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions in Paul\’s memory may be made to: Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Dr., Suite 300 Marlton, NJ 08053-9841 

Nick DePietropolo fired a five-inning no-hitter and had five strikeouts as Gloucester reached the championship round of the District 14 Senior Little League Baseball Tournament with a 10-0 victory over Blackwood.

Gloucester will host unbeaten Mt. Ephraim at 7 p.m. Thursday. A Mt. Ephraim win clinches the district championship. A Gloucester win forces a deciding game Friday at Gloucester.

Matt Gorman sparked the Gloucester offense with three hits while DePietropolo, Sean Curran and Jake Kaighn each had two.

Little League: Erial and Barrington will clash for the District 14 championship at Gloucester at 7 p.m. Thursday after semifinal victories.

John Reynolds blasted a three-run homer in the top of the sixth inning that erased a 2-0 deficit to give Erial a 3-2 victory over Blackwood.

Bobby Jackson homered in a losing effort.

Nick Sciortino hurled a five-hitter, had nine strikeouts and helped himself with three hits as Barrington reached the title round with a 9-3 win over Audubon. Tyler Barner also had a big game for the winners with four RBIs. Jim DiPrizio and Tom Tejan each homered for losing Audubon.

West Deptford reached Thursday\’s 7 p.m. District 15 championship game at Clayton when it topped Mantua Township 6-4 in seven inning.

Maple Shade advanced to Thursday\’s District 13 championship game against Collingswood at Haddonfield when it shaded Willingboro 11-10. Brad Zembruski singled home the winning run in the top of the seventh inning.

West Deptford took advantage of two wild pitches in the top of the seventh to break a 4-4 tie.

Little League 10: Runnemede had six doubles, including two each by Dan Venella and Jesse Ludwick, on its way to an 18-8 win over Mt. Ephraim in a District 14 contest.

Haddon Township went to 3-0 in District 13 play by rolling to a 26-3 win over Merchantville.

Tri-County: Randy Dutkin\’s three-run double highlighted a seven-run third inning that helped Cherry Hill West to a 13-7 triumph over the Lumber Kings.

Andrew Colanero had two doubles in leading Lakeview Custom Coach to a 6-4 win over visiting Camden.

Joe Davis singled Colanero home with the lead run in the fifth inning.

Mike D\’Angelo had two doubles and drove in three runs and Drew Slickmeyer drove in three runs with a double and a single as Pat\’s Steaks topped Dandrea\’s 10-4.

Nick Dalassandro and Vince Mazzacarro each had three hits and drove in three runs and Mike Bowen was the winning pitcher as West Deptford coasted to a 14-2 triumph over Deptford.

Senior American Legion: Nolan Mansfield hit a two-run game-winning homer in the bottom of the seventh inning to give Gibbsboro a 6-5 triumph over Haddon Heights.

Joe Merlino hurled 4 1/3 shutout innings for the winners.

Steve Eliasen scattered seven hits over seven innings and had five strikeouts in leading Brooklawn past Marlton 10-2.

Vince Dammann and D.J. Robinson each homered for the winners and Steve Rizzo and Steve Bruno each had two extra-base hits.

Angelo Anello hit a grand slam and Jason Gladden added a three-run homer in leading Atco past Williamstown 8-5.

Garden State: Paul Carullo had four hits, scored three runs and drove in three runs in leading Collingswood to an easy 20-3 win over visiting Deptford.

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The \”chit-chat\” on the street this week circulating through Gloucester City is interesting enough to share so here goes.

According to the \”Grapevine\” Ken Wagstaff the Junior High School vice-Principal has been attending the Gloucester City Municipal Court representing the school district in the capacity once held by the now removed Attendance Officer.

Question

We understand it is the summer but there is still summer school where the need of a VP is necessary. Who covers the school when Mr Wagstaff is in court? The BOE has boasted about the low dropout rate, what happens come September when our \”At Risk\” students fail to attend school regularly, a call to the Chief of Police?

When the District was forced to make $ 7 million in budget cutbacks earlier this year one of the positions eliminated was the Attendance Officer, a $41,000 position that has been in existence for 80 years.

Wagstaff makes $120,000 annually according to the recent June 1 School District salary guide. Ironically the same guide list High School Principal Jack Don at a salary of only $114,000.

Question

How is he going to assume the position of Attendance Officer when he already has a full-time position as Vice-Principal?

Question

Speaking of the budget shortfall, the District received $1.7 million of the $7 million shortfall. Yet it was able to hire back 50 positions out of the 70 that was laid off. Does that mean the other 20 positions along with some of the programs cost $6.3 million to operate? I think the term \”Fuzzy Math\” could be used at this point.

I wonder could this be the reason the District is being audited by the State.

As you probably are aware the search for the new Gloucester City Public School Superintendent has come down to the following two choices.

Paul Spaventa of Somerdale, the current Superintendent at Mt. Holly a K to 8 district (current approximate salary $118,000) based on figures obtained on the Internet his starting salary in 2005 was $115,000.

Jack Don of Barrington the current Gloucester City High School Principal, a K to 12 receiving District (current approximate salary $114,000).

A decision will be made on July 17. At which time a salary and benefit package should be considered.

Dr. Mary Stansky, the present superintendent, is paid a salary of approximately $175,000 plus benefits. She is stepping down at the end of this year. Dr. Stansky\’s tenure at Gloucester City at times was controversial; at one point she received a teacher\’s vote of NO CONFIDENCE.

The \”buzz\” on the street is the BOE solicitor has researched and found that a NEPOTISM policy exists which prevents a couple members from voting on the New Superintendent. (Sound familiar reference: Joe Rafferty) (see story )

 

If these legal ramblings succeed, this could open the door for a previously dismissed candidate who has little support from most members. I wonder who that might be?

 

What have you been hearing? Email [email protected]

 

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WORTHINGTON, MARY ANN

(Nee Jones) Age 66 years, of Deptford, NJ, went home to be with the Lord on July 6, 2007.
Beloved wife of Robert W. Worthington. Devoted mother of Robert W. Worthington, Jr. and his wife Joyce of Cherry Hill, NJ, David L. Worthington and his wife Terri of Deptford, NJ, James F. Worthington of Washington Twp., NJ, and Sandra A. Hart and her husband Donald of Oaklyn, NJ. Sister of Verna Panaccio of Collingswood, NJ. Dear Grandmother of 12.
Her Grandchildren were a very special part of her life and she was extremely proud of their accomplishments and she took great pleasure in spending time in Ocean City NJ with her family. Mary was a Deacon, a Trustee and an active member of The Mission Society of Grace Baptist Church.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 PM and Thursday morning from 9:45 to 10:45 AM at the Grace Baptist Church, 23 Reeve Ave., Westmont, NJ, 08108 where funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Interment, Hillside Cemetery, Roslyn, PA.
In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Grace Baptist Memorial Fund. Arrangements by the JACKSON FUNERAL HOME of Westmont, NJ. For e-condolences please visit www.jacksonfh.net

By Lois Staas

NEWS Correspondent

Superintendent Annette Castiglione said June was a busy and exciting month with lots of activity during last week\’s Bellmawr Board of Education (BOE) meeting.

\”The eighth grade dance was an unbelievable success, and the retirement dinner was fun but very touching,\” she said.

\”Annunciation Regional School Principal Kathleen Fields joined our classrooms for a demonstration of the Smart Board. Bellmawr Librarian Peg Feld visited our schools with a series of activities.

\”Our Fourth Grade Student and Parent Orientation was a great success. Study Island has been extended to grades 2, 3, and 4 as well as age appropriate agenda books,\” she said.

\”We would like them to become familiar with them at an early age, and we are planning on using the agendas to implement our new nutrition program in the fall,\” she said.

\”We are waiting for the report from our Needs Assessment that was conducted by ERIC. Our state test scores are back, and I believe we may meet AYP. In September we will present an analysis of the data.

\”Our Summer Camp and Enrichment Program has begun. The Language Arts section is very active.\”

Mrs. Castilione reminded everyone that school business hours during the summer are from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Parents are invited during these hours while \”We are working on housekeeping and new ideas,\” she said.

BOE Member Frank Filipek Jr. thanked the superintendent and Bell Oaks Principal Anthony Farinelli for all of their help during his first year as a board member.

\”It was touching and moving at the eighth grade graduation. I was proud to be a part of all the action.\”

Speaking as chair, Member Betty Shepard said, \”The negotiations committee continues to meet.\”

Member Jamie Casey said the next meeting of Emergency Management was to be July 3.

BOE Member Jody Mangus was pleased that the librarian\’s school visit was extended four days.

She encouraged all students to become involved with Study Island and summer reading, and added that the next school policy review is scheduled for July 10.

Congratulations and best wishes were extended to Bruce B. Finkle, who will be leaving the Bellmawr School District to become business administrator at Gateway. Mangus noted Finkle\’s service and dedication.

During the public portion of the meeting, one parent was present to ask about the four additional days during spring break.

Castiglione said, \”The ac-ademic success of the students was a primary concern. The full week vacation would follow state testing, and give the students a much needed break and a solid fourth marking period. This places Bellmawr in line with the receiving high school, the surrounding public elementary schools, and Annunciation Regional School.\”

In regular business the board approved the repair of the Park School boiler.

Monarch Boiler Construction Company was approved to fix the crack for $4,900.

Due to a crumbling concrete walkway and curbing and leaning wall at Bell Oaks, the board selected Think Pavers to do the work for $23,784.75.

The board approved the following voluntary transfers: Katrina Krapf from Grade 7 to Grade 8 Social Studies; Michael Mazzuca from Special Education to Grade 7, Social Studies, Susan Fisher from MD program to Kindergarten Aide4 at the E. M. Burke School.

Jan Degenais was given a warm welcome as the new Living Skills teacher. Degenais had previously filled in for another teacher who was on leave.

 

by D. Paul Harris
St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Having a short, pug face can be dangerous in the summer heat–for dogs, that is.

Breeds with pug faces such as Boston terriers, Shih Tzus or Pekingeses, which have a harder time breathing anyway, are more susceptible to the heat, says Dr. Karen Van Anrooy, a veterinarian at the Edwardsville Pet Hospital, in Edwardsville, Pa.

\”Don\’t take them outside, because they won\’t last too long,\” Van Anrooy said. \”Keep that breed in a cool area, because they will develop heatstroke very easily.\”

In hot weather, life outdoors for pets and plants can be unbearable, even fatal, without the proper care. Chip Sindel, co-owner of Sunset Plantland in Sunset Hills, Pa., said the best treatment for most vegetation in the heat is watering.

Sindel said lawns need to be watered two to three times a week, with a good soaking. He said plants should be watered once or twice a week, and new plants at least twice a week.

To help plants survive the heat and humidity, Sindel said, most shrubbery and flowers need to be fertilized every week or two.

When it comes to pets, Van Anrooy said, owners should remember to make sure dogs have plenty of fresh water and are allowed to lie in the shade in an area where a breeze can help them stay cool.

Long-haired dogs such as German shepherds, chows, Afghans, Akitas and collies will be fine as long as they are not exposed to the heat for long periods of time, she said.

\”Usually cats adapt pretty well to the heat and humidity. They will usually find a shady spot under a tree, porch or deck,\” she said. She said other animals such as horses overheat as well, and owners should be cautious during the heat wave.

Signs that a pet may be overheated include heavy panting, drooling, rapid breathing, muscle tremors or seizures. Van Anrooy recommends that at the first sign of such symptoms an owner spray the animal with water or immerse it in a tub of water until its temperature reaches 103 degrees.

Also, Van Anrooy added, no animal should be left in a car under any circumstances. \”Even if the window is down, in a car they can still overheat\” in hot weather, she said.

(Distributed by Scripps Howard News Service.)

The South Jersey Bass Club Association is a non-profit organization serving twenty-five bass fishing clubs in the area encompassing southern and central New Jersey. The SJBCA works to prevent tournament scheduling conflicts, specifically to ensure multiple tournaments are not held on the same body of water simultaneously. Moreover, the SJBCA promotes the sport of bass fishing and serves as the voice of South Jersey’s bass fishermen to the government. Money raised by the association is used to support various community activities and fishing events.

The SJBCA assists the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife with lake improvement projects when help is needed. Most recently, the SJBCA has helped prepare Lake Audrey in Cumberland County for fish stocking.

The organization is very focused on fishing activities that involve children. August calls for the South Jersey Youth Outdoor Day which the SJBCA co-hosts at Carney’s Point in Salem County. This free fishing- and shooting-sports event attracts 150 kids and their parents. It allows young people to experience outdoor activities without having any expertise, equipment, or supplies.

The SJBCA holds eight regular member meetings annually, and a special pre-Bass Bowl meeting in October. Meetings generally take place in a clubhouse near Parvin State Park. All meetings provide members with refreshments and the July meeting offers members a lakeside barbeque at Parvin State Park.

All clubs who fish in the southern or central New Jersey area who believe they could benefit from membership in the SJBCA are invited to join. Member clubs pay dues of only $20 per year. \”Associate\” memberships, which only require attendance at one meeting per year, are available for clubs who may have difficulty attending the meetings. To join, contact the SJBCA for an invitation to a meeting.contact info

Today, this is the Envoy Motel, Rt. 130, across from the King of Pizza………….

Here, where the air is loaded with iodine and where the ultra-violet ray is ever-present in our smiling sunshine, your health and happiness is our business.\” Sun Fun in New Jersey (1946 publication of the New Jersey Resort Association)

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James E. (Ed) Rusin passed away on July 8, 2007 at the age of 84 years. A lifelong resident of Gloucester City. Beloved husband of Doris R. (nee Reitz) for 64 years. Loving father of Gail S. Rusin of NC and James E. Rusin, Jr. of Audubon. Dear
grandfather of Nicole, Paul and Lindsey and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Robert Rusin (Carol) of MD and Dr. William Rusin of CA.

Mr. Rusin was a long time member and former Treasurer of the Highland Park Fire Co. #3. He was a proud Army veteran of WW II, serving in the 83^rd Infantry Division in Normandy, Ardennes, Brittany,
Rhineland, and Central Europe. He retired after 40 years of being an inspector in the Campbell Soup Company of Camden.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Thursday morning from 9:30 to 11:00am at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Powell St., Gloucester City. Catholic Prayer services will be held 11:00am at the Funeral Home. Interment in New St. Mary\’s Cemetery, Bellmawr to follow.

There will no evening viewing. 

 

Santana powers Puerto Rico to Classic title MVP belts three home runs in final

By Michael Sharp
Press & Sun-Bulletin

BINGHAMTON — Puerto Rico\’s players streamed out of their dugout and greeted Heriberto Santana at home plate by raising their arms high over their heads and lowering them in unison as if to bow down to their first baseman.

Out past the left-field fence, along the backstop to an adjoining diamond at Conlon Field, fans scrambled after Santana\’s latest home run.

In a match-up of perennial powers in the championship game of the STOP-DWI World Youth Classic on Sunday evening, nothing seemed quite as powerful as Santana\’s swing.

The 6-foot, 225-pound Santana homered three times, driving in six runs to lead Puerto Rico to a 13-2 win over defending champ Brooklawn, N.J., in the title game of the American Legion-age baseball tournament.

\”He\’s my best clutch hitter,\” Puerto Rico head coach Javier Centeno said of Santana, who is headed to the University of New Mexico in the fall.

\”When he\’s hot, he\’s very hot. He\’s very difficult to get out.\”

Santana, who earned Most Valuable Player honors, gave Puerto Rico a 2-0 lead with a two-run blast to left-center field in the top of the first and increased the lead to 5-0 with a towering three-run shot to straightaway center in the third.

He added a solo homer in the sixth, bringing out the salutes from his teammates.

\”Those runs he drove in with the three home runs — we were confident of ourselves,\” Puerto Rico pitcher Miguel Valcarcel said.

\”We were just having a good time, enjoying the home runs he hit. So it was great.\”

Santana\’s Reggie Jackson impression proved more than enough support for Valcarcel, who took a no-hitter into the fourth and allowed just one run on two hits over five innings.

Valcarcel, who is bound for St. John\’s University, struck out seven for the Guaynabo-based Puerto Rico team, which finished the tournament a perfect 7-0 and won its first Classic title since 2003.

Puerto Rico topped Gibbsboro, N.J., 13-1 in a semifinal Sunday, thanks in part to two more home runs from Santana. Brooklawn, which topped Haddon Heights, N.J., 13-7 in Sunday\’s first semifinal, finished 5-2 at the event.

Roy Diliberto broke up Valcarcel\’s no-hitter and accounted for his team\’s only run over the first six innings by leading off the bottom of the fourth with a home run to center.

\”No way a Legion team can compete with those guys, they get it from all Puerto Rico,\” Brooklawn coach Joe Barth said. \”All our kids are within five miles of my ballfield.\”

He added later: \”We just play for practice, to get better. We go home, we\’ll be a better team for facing some of their pitchers. We don\’t see as good of pitching in my league as I saw here.\”

Like Barth, Puerto Rico was also looking ahead.

\”It\’s a great feeling,\” Valcarcel said of the win. \”Our team is hot right now, and then on Friday we start the state tournament at home. So the way we\’re playing, we shouldn\’t lose.\”

In addition to MVP, Santana won the home run award for hitting six in the tournament, including five on Sunday. Puerto Rico\’s Efrain Nieves was named outstanding pitcher after getting 11 of the 13 outs he recorded by strikeout in a relief appearance Saturday against Johnson City.

Brooklawn\’s Steve Bruno won the sportsmanship award.

Sunday\’s finale closed out the first classic under new tournament director Dan Miller and it put an exclamation point on an event that was in question less than two weeks ago because of flooding in the Binghamton area.

The tournament lost the use of one field — at Union-Endicott — but moved games instead to Maine-Endwell.

\”Things went very well,\” Miller said. \”Once we were able to get off the ground and start playing baseball, everything started rolling.

\”And that\’s what it\’s all about. The key is just to get playing. And once you get playing, everything else takes care of itself.\”