They’re open to exploring the idea, and looking forward to more information

Camden County mayors expressed interest in exploring the initiative of a countywide police and fire department proposed as a shared services option by the Camden County Freeholder Board, but are looking forward to more discussions, input and study before making any decisions.

\”It’s a very difficult conversation to have, but it’s a conversation we have to have,\” said Collingswood Mayor Jim Maley.

WHEN EAST MEETS WEST

Commentary by Hank F.Miller Jr.

This was an overwhelming experience that was a pleasurable instead of a dreary one, I have been admitted to Japanese hospital before several years ago. But this had some pain and unpleasant times as every operation has but it was minor.

This Month’s Regular Freeholder Meeting
The next regular Board of Freeholders meeting will be held on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Cherry Hill Community Center, located at 820 Mercer St. The caucus meeting will be held the previous Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 6 p.m. in the freeholder meeting room of the Camden County Courthouse. As the meeting draws closer, the agenda can be found atwww.camdencounty.com.

Camden County Celebrates Black History Month
The Camden County Board of Freeholders in conjunction with the Cultural and Heritage Commission is sponsoring several events in February to commemorate Black History Month, including an art exhibit, gospel play, film screenings, living history presentations and much more. For a complete list of details, including event times and locations, visit the homepage of www.camdencounty.com. Events begin Feb. 4 and last through March 4. \”With such a diverse range of activities, there truly is something for everyone on our Black History Month calendar of events,\” said Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli Jr. \”I commend the Camden County Cultural and Heritage Commission for putting together another great event-filled month here in Camden County.\”

HUNTING AND FISHING NEWS

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The Garden State Deer Classic is an annual event showcasing hunter entries in New Jersey’s Outstanding White-tailed Deer Program, which was initiated by the Division of Fish and Wildlife in 1964. On Sunday, January 16, 2011 at the 22nd Annual Garden State Deer Classic, a large crowd was on hand for the awards program which honors the top three entries in each category for deer harvested during the 2009-2010 hunting seasons. The 2011 Deer Classic was sponsored by the Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW), the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs(NJSFSC), United Bowhunters of New Jersey (UBNJ), the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance Conservation Foundation and the Garden State Outdoor Sportsmen\’s Show. Winners of the 2011 Deer Classic Click to enlarge Along with the winners present at the Classic, appearing in the photos on this page are, left to right: Anthony Mauro of the NJOA Conservation Foundation, Phil Habrukowich of the UBNJ, Ed Cuneo, President of the NJSFSC, and DFW Director Dave Chanda. For the complete list and actual scores, see the list of winners …http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/classic11winrs.htm

The NJ School of Conservation in Sussex County will again be the host site for an exciting Coldwater Conservation School being offered by the NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife and the NJ State Council of Trout Unlimited and its supporting chapters. The School will be held June 23 – 26 and is open to youths who will be between the ages of 11 and 14 at the time of the program.

TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs’ (DCA) Division of Fire Safety strongly encourages residents this winter season to help remove snow around on-street fire hydrants and building Fire Department Connections. Both are critical resources for fighting fires, but are often neglected during snow removal activities.

Philadelphia, January 22, 2011- Mayor Michael A. Nutter launched the 2011 Volunteer Impact Challenge and directed citizens to www.SERVEPhiladelphia.com during an all day service event at the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Central Branch. The Volunteer Impact Challenge identifies the administration’s top ten volunteer priorities for 2011 and encourages Philadelphians to get involved in sustainability, public health and education.

\”There is nothing more powerful than the time, energy and expertise of those extraordinary citizens who choose to serve in their community. I’m asking Philadelphians to work together and contribute their considerable talent and creativity as we collectively address the most challenging issues of our time,\” said Mayor Nutter.

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By LEE PROCIDA, Staff Writer pressofAtlanticCity.com | 

MILLVILLE – Jane Galetto gently stepped onto her frozen dock by a bend in the Maurice River, binoculars around her neck, a telescope positioned ahead of her and a bald eagle dunking its talons in the distant water looking for fish.

Galetto\’s Brittany Lane home is a perfect vantage point for observing the rebound of New Jersey\’s eagles, which reached a record population of 333 birds and 82 eagle pairs actively laying eggs last year, according to an annual report released by the state earlier this month.

That\’s a dramatic increase from 30 years ago, when only one nest remained in the state – with New Jersey\’s population of eagles nearly wiped out by habitat loss, human disturbance and the widespread use of the pesticide DDT.

By incubating eggs and introducing birds from outside the area, including Canada, state conservationists and dozens of volunteers have brought New Jersey\’s eagles back from the brink.

The eagles are widespread along the Delaware Bay and are scattered in Cape May, Atlantic and southeastern Burlington counties, with at least one nest in every county but three in northern New Jersey. The species was taken off the nation\’s list of endangered species in 2007, and even though they remain endangered in the state, people

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Seeking Agencies to Sponsor Meal Programs

(TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher today encouraged organizations to help provide meals to children in low-income areas during the summer months when they lack access to school breakfast and lunch programs that operate during the school year.