T’was the night of the snow storm

and all through the City,

Not a creature was stirring, it was so pretty.

I was walking my dog on a long winter’s night,

When back at the house I ran into my plight.

I locked myself out with nowhere to go.

One cold little dog all covered with snow.

I asked for some help from some teens throwing snow,

But they disappeared in the houses below.

And shining like a star there in the night,

Was the Gloucester City Firehouse, what a beautiful sight.

I rang their bell and what did I meet,

Some friendly fireman who worked on King Street.

They welcomed us into the firehouse so bright,

Where they keep watch both day and night.

And what to my wondering eyes did appear,

A big shining red fire truck and firemen in their gear.

They opened my house so lively and quick,

That I thought to myself they must work for St. Nick.

And as I watch them drive out of sight,

I thought I heard in the distance someone say.

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.

Thanks to all the Gloucester City Firemen

who helped me that night.

Marilyn Flexon, Gloucester City (source Gloucester City News)

City Councilman Nicholas Marchese Jr. thanked Spencer for giving his time and efforts to the board, stating that the chairman brought an air of professionalism to the board which he feels board members will carry forward with them.

In other business, local resident and business owner Glenn Hastings withdrew his application for a use variance on his North King Street property.

Hastings had originally intended to seek approval to have a shed and storage trailer to accommodate one of the businesses he currently runs.

He operates a coffee shop at 28 N. King St., where he and his family also reside. He also runs a paintball business and sells portable hot tubs, in addition to his wife’s candle business.

Hastings was using the storage structures to keep stock for the spa business.

He told Board members that he has since moved the trailer and shed off the premises to a location in