Funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph’s Church, Sea Isle City for Emma A. Comly, (nee Ulrick), 85, of Sea Isle City, formerly of Bellmawr, who passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2008.

Emma, also known as Tootsie or Catherine, lived in Bellmawr for 33 years before retiring in 1986 to \”Comly’s Summer Place\”. She was a good neighbor and friend who watched over 45^th Street.

Mrs. Comly is survived by her three children, Helen Jane Weiss, Patricia Ann Whildin Murray (Bud), and William F. Comly, Jr., all of Sea Isle City; her sister, Anna Bisnett of Oklahoma; her sister-in-law, Sister Catherine Comly, SSJ of Pennsylvania; ten grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and one 2^nd great granddaughter. She was the cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49

Burial will be in the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery, Cape May Court House.

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ–During my 40 plus years as a journalist, I have covered many events  some are memorable others I like to forget. Going through some old photos recently I stumbled upon this photo of President Jimmy Carter with the Knights of Columbus Council #674 banner in the background. Many residents are unaware that President Jimmy visited Gloucester City in 1979 during a campaign stomp through New Jersey when he was running for a second term.

Several thousand people crowded Monmouth Street hoping for a glimpse of the President. When his motor caravan stopped in front of the K of C Hall, the President got out of his limousine and waded into the crowd. The Secret Service stood back as \”Jimmy\” shook hands with some of the onlookers. Behind the limo were two buses of news reporters along with television camera crews. Needless to say the public was upset with the bus drivers for blocking their view of President Carter. The jeers came and the buses moved over to the Library parking lot.

Inside the Hall about 50 invited guests of the Rafferty\’s waited in anticipation. The President was very relaxed as he answered prepared questions from the audience. Besides the Rafferty family, there were the Gormans, the Wards, the Nolans to mention a few.

Sitting in awe in the section designated for the press was this reporter along with my father George Cleary who was publisher of the Gloucester City News at the time. Two chairs over was my idol TV newscaster Sam Donaldson. The heck with the President, I wanted to meet Sam and got a chance afterwards to shake his hand and chat.

The following week Rosalyn Carter paid a visit to South Jersey campaigning for her husband. She met with Democrat supporters at a Rally held the Silver Lake Inn, Clementon. Dad and I also got a chance to attend that event. 

PARKER

Thomas E. \”Tommy\”

On December 12, 2008. Age 53. Of Woodbury. Went home to be with the Lord.

Loving son of the late Weaverly T. Parker and the late Mildred M. (late Joseph) LaPollo. Loving brother of Robert (Linda) Parker of Southern MD and William (Regina) Parker of Bellmawr. Beloved uncle of Dan, Jack and Sam Parker. Loving nephew of Howard R. Parker. Predeceased by his grandparents Dorothy and Edward McAleer.

First-Team Offense Pos/Name/School Ht. Wt. Yr
 QB Brent Caprio, Mainland 6-3 220 Sr.
 RB Chris LaPierre, Shawnee 6-2 210 Sr.
 RB Brandon Colavita, Washington Twp. 5-10 210 Sr.
WR Kenny Miles, Buena 6-1 190 Sr.
WR Jerry Watters, Camden Catholic 5-10 175 Sr.
TE Chad Gravinese, Clearview 6-3 205 Sr.
OL Ken Jefferson, Penns Grove 6-3 290 Sr.
OL Nick Cattolico, Delran 6-4 330 Sr.
OL Alex Winks, Holy Spirit 6-3 305 Sr.
OL Cody Wallace, Moorestown 6-5 260 Sr.
OL Andrew Dremow, Hammonton 6-2 265 Sr.
 ALL Ricky Tunstall, Glassboro 5-11 190 Sr.
 PK Ryan Stant, Cumberland 5-9 150 Jr.

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Seniors Chad Gravinese of Clearview, Gerry Pacitti of West Deptford, Harry Amwake of Gloucester Catholic and Corey Gilchrist of Paulsboro will be honored as Linemen of the Year. Glassboro senior Ricky Tunstall and Pennsville senior Ryan Karr will be honored as Receivers of the Year. Reservations are required for the banquet, which will start promptly at 7 p.m. Tickets for the sit-down dinner are $35 and are available by contacting Herb Neilio at 468-2000 during the day or 456-2558 after 5 p.m. The deadline for tickets is Monday, Dec. 15.

Bill\’s Point of View:

A TIP was received suggesting that the City of Gloucester City has a new administrator. Following the lead I contacted several members of City Council and was told that no one has been appointed. That there were 8 people that applied for the job and the selection had been narrowed down to a select few. A further meeting with those individuals will be held this weekend. Mayor and Council are expected to appoint the new administrator this coming week.

I have high expectations for this person, whoever is appointed. The fact that the final applicants all have a Master’s degree is a big plus. Gloucester City is facing some tough decisions in 2009. For example how to keep taxes from increasing and at the same time maintain services. Then there is the ongoing contract negotiation with the Police Chief, the Deputy Chief and the union that represents the police department rank and file. In 2009 the contract for the fire department is up for negotiation. Also the individual must oversee the redevelopment of the King Street Corridor, Freedom Pier, the Broadway corridor, and the Chatham Square Apartment complex.

I am also pleased to learn the applicants that remain have no ties to Gloucester City and or to the local Democrat Club. One of the problems that have kept the past City Administrator (s) from making tough decisions was family ties to a City employee or employees. For example we left someone in the position of assistant superintendent, even though the job wasn’t needed, just because he was a relative of the \”Gorman dynasty\”. Once he retired from his $60,000 plus job the position was left unfilled.

I commend Mayor Bill James and city council on this progressive move. Previous administrations seem to be stuck in the past. It is comforting to see new leadership that realizes the management of the day to day operation of this community needs a qualified person at the top. The time has come to treat the operation of the City as if it were a business.

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Edison, N.J. – The Mercer County Sports & Entertainment Commission has partnered with MAAC, Rider University and Seton Hall University to conduct two basketball clinics on Saturday, January 10 (at Seton Hall) and Sunday, January 25 (at Rider). Girls in grades six through eight are invited to to participate in both events which include a two hour skills clinic followed by a women\’s basketball game at the host school. Additionally clinic attendees will receive a ticket discount coupon for tickets to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen ® taking place Sunday, March 29 and Tuesday, March 31 at the Sovereign Bank Arena in Trenton, NJ.

Students in grades 4-8 can learn about New Jersey\’s native fish by participating in the NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife\’s 2009 Native Fish Art and Writing Contest. 

Participants must research and write a short story about a year in the life of any native New Jersey fish (fresh or saltwater) that they choose. The story must include biological and ecological information such as the fish\’s habits and habitat, food, etc. Then, using their artistic skills, students must draw a scene from the short story. 

First and second place winners from each grade level from 4-8 will receive a fishing rod and reel and a certificate. First place winners will also receive a youth membership in Trout Unlimited. All winners will be invited to attend a special luncheon and awards ceremony at the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center on the Opening Day of Trout Season, Saturday, April 11, 2009. 

Prior to the luncheon, students will also have the opportunity to fish in the Pequest Fishing Education Pond. 

Entries for the Fish Art and Writing contest must be received by Monday, March 9, 2009. Creative writing and originality are strongly encouraged. The contest is sponsored by NJ State Council of Trout Unlimited. 

For more information, see http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/fishart.htm.