Brooklawn 4th of July Celebration Schedule

$\"Happyfourthofjulylittlechild\"$ The 4th of July Celebrations will be held on Saturday, July 3rd. The annual parade will begin at 10:00am down Broadway, around the circles, up Hannevig Avenue to the Memorial Park. We would like to invite everyone from the Borough to come out and enjoy a day full of activities and FUN.

9:30 – 10:00am – Parade Registration at West Side Firehouse

10:00am – Parade begins

10:30am – Parade prizes will be awarded at Memorial Park

Crowning of Little Mr. & Miss.

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Video: Moriarty on Christie\’s Veto of Legislation to Save Seniors from Property Tax Relief Cuts

In this video press release, Assemblyman Paul D. Moriarty (D-Gloucester), the sponsor of legislation (A-20) that would have eliminated Gov. Chris Christie\’s cuts to property tax relief for senior and disabled residents and guaranteed the elimination of new and increased prescription drug fees, discusses the governor\’s veto.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA LAUNCHES FIRST TAX AMNESTY PROGRAM IN OVER TWO DECADES

PHILADELPHIA PA-For the first time since 1986, the City of Philadelphia is offering individuals and businesses delinquent in paying city taxes an opportunity to settle up on what they owe. While not a \”free pass,\” those who participate in, and qualify for, the Philadelphia Tax Amnesty program will have all of their tax penalties waived, as well as pay only half the interest owed. However, time is of the essence, as the Philadelphia Tax Amnesty period is only available for fifty-four days, May 3, 2010 – June 25, 2010.

According to Philadelphia Business Journal, The program, which is projected to bring in a net $25 million to $30 million, is so far meeting expectations, the city Department of Revenue said. Now two weeks in, Philadelphia’s tax amnesty program has taken in $2.3 million in gross collections.

The City is implementing an aggressive strategy to embrace as many individuals and businesses as

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Firefighters Have No Answers for $1.3 Million Budget Deficit

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By Bill Cleary

Signs reading We Support Our Gloucester City Firefighters & EMT’s have been popping up throughout the city ever since the announcement that the fulltime fire department was going to be cut because of a $1.3 million budget deficit. Pink slips were handed out to 15 employees on May 14, eight of which were firefighters. Besides the layoffs two fire department supervisors are retiring and wont be replaced according to City Administrator Jack Lipsett.

The fire department is the largest in the City with 33 employees, 10 of which are

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Joseph J. Hopkins Jr., of Gloucester City Succumbs at age 57

Surrounded by his loving family, on May 14, 2010. Age 57. Of Gloucester City. Loving and devoted husband of 35 years to Phyliss A. (nee Kormann). Loving father of Joseph J. III (Mary) Hopkins and Jason E. Hopkins. Cherished son of

Helen T. Hopkins (nee Smith) and the late Joseph J. Hopkins Sr. Loving brother of Jo Anne (David) Boyer and Michael T. (Victoria) Hopkins. Also survived by many nieces , nephews, aunts and uncles . At Joseph’s request, Catholic burial was private at New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association: 1 Union Street, #301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691. Please write in the memo: Joseph J. Hopkins, Jr. Expressions of sympathy: www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Joseph J. Hopkins, Jr. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142

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DVRPC Honors Regional Leaders & Programs at Annual Celebration

Awards in Transportation, Environment, Economic Development, Land Use, and Leadership

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) will present awards to four local initiatives at its 9^th Annual Celebration of Regional Excellence on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Philadelphia. In addition, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter will recognize Joseph M. Manko, Esq., one of the founding partners of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, LLP, for his outstanding leadership and commitment to the region. Each year, DVRPC recognizes leaders and programs that have significantly contributed to the unique character of the Delaware Valley.

Recipients of this year’s Regional Excellence Awards include:

Regional Transportation Program of the Year: The Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO)

DRPA/PATCO, in cooperation with SEPTA, the City of Philadelphia, and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, will be honored for two prospective light rail projects. The agencies are

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THE \”REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM OF THE YEAR\”

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The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission is honoring DRPA/PATCO with its 9^th annual \”Regional Transportation Program of the Year\” award. The award is being presented at the DVRPC’s Annual Celebration of Regional Excellence on May 20^th.

The award recognizes the efforts by the DRPA and PATCO to develop two regional light rail services

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Ferdinand Prota, of Williamstown, Vietnam War Navy Veteran

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On May 14, 2010. Age 57. Of Williamstown. Loving brother of Joseph (Lisa) Prota, Robert (Sandra) Prota and Christina (Paul) Cortopassi .

Fred proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked as a machinist for Caddell Dry Dock in Staten Island, NY for many Years.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to his Catholic graveside service with Military Honors on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 1 PM at Gloucester County Veterans Cemetery, Monroe Township. Expressions of sympathy: www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Ferdinand Prota. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ. Phone: 856-456-1142

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A Video Montage of Soldiers and Family

Soldiers coming home from the war surprise their family and friends. This one will get to you, keep the Kleenex handy.

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2010 American Cancer Society Relay for Life

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Hi family and friends,

Come and help our team the Cancer Sinkers in our efforts to sink cancer!!! This event is amazing and there is a survivor event with a luncheon that kicks off the relay. The Relay for Life is an amazing event that signifies that cancer never sleeps.

I am the captain of the Team the Cancer Sinkers in the 2010 Relay for Life in Haddon Township on June 5, 2010. I would love for you all to join me in the fight against this deadly disease. It begins at 12 on Saturday June 5th and runs through the night til June 6th but you do not need to stay the whole time. There is a survivor lap for anyone who has cancer and won, theres a luminaria event where at night candles are lit for ones lost and there is a celebration of life! There are activities for kids, adults, music, events, food, prizes and a great memorable time for all. I am also including the names of deceased and survivors on our team shirt, please also consider sponsoring our team shirt. Attached is the tshirt information. Or consider joining my team and if you cant, please consider making a tax deductable donation.

I have attached the form for sponsoring our tshirt. You can also sponsor a luminaria bag in memory of a loved on, or sponsor a sign at the relay. ALl the forms are attached and our team gets credit for any illuminarias, or signs.

Thank you for your time.

Marie Ferry Phillips

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Ask me how to save a life……

ACS Relay for Life

Remembering my Dad, Jim E Ferry Sr.

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