Day: February 12, 2011

DVRPC UNVEILS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO STRENGTHEN GREATER PHILADELPHIA FOOD SYSTEM

 


Agency Announces $500,000 in Grants, Presents \”Plate of Distinction\” Awards

 

 (PHILADELPHIA, PA) – The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) today unveiled a comprehensive plan to strengthen the food system that feeds the Greater Philadelphia region and announced nearly $500,000 in grants to help implement the plan.

 

\”Eating Here: Greater Philadelphia’s Food System Plan\” is the result of a two-year collaborative effort to identify opportunities and provide recommendations to increase the security and economic, social and environmental benefits of the regional food system.

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Thomas J. Roberts, of Voorhees, formerly of Glassboro

ROBERTS Thomas J. 

 On January 23, 2011. Age 62. Of Voorhees. Formerly of Glassboro. Survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services and Burial are private.

Memories and Condolences may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the online obituary of Thomas J. Roberts. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME

 

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Welcome Back Airman 1st Class Michael Harrold From Afghanistan Point Pleasant Beach,


 

When: Sunday, February 13, 2011
Time: 1:00 PM
(732) 892-9725
Contact: Darlene Rasmussen (Mother) 732-552-6831
David (Yellow Ribbon Club) 856-986-7587
 
Please come out to welcome home Airman 1st Class Michael Harroldfrom serving in Afghanistan.

Michael is 20 years old and a graduate of Colts Neck High School. He completed two years of ROTC in High School, in addition to playing Lacrosse all four years, being named MVP his Junior year.

Michael comes from a family of veterans. His mother, father and uncle are all veterans of the Air Force. His girlfriend, Kristen is a student at Montclair State University.

Michael enlisted in the Air Force in June of 2008. At the end of July, he received his approval and was sworn in the 1st week of August. On September 1st, he left for Air Force Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

Michael graduated from Basic Military Training School on October 16th and left the following week for Technical Training at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi training in Ground Radio Communication Maintenance. Some of his job responsibilities include working with all types of telecommunication equipment including ground radios, computers, satellites, and anything relating to communications. 

After completion of tech school, he received orders to his first assignment at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia. He then completed two additional training segments back at Keesler Air Force Base. 

 
In April of 2010, Michael received orders for his first tour of duty in Afghanistan. He deployed on July 20th to Forward Operating Base Spin Boldak located in Southern Afghanistan, three miles from the Pakistan border. On Friday, January 14th, Michael was awarded with the Air Force Joint Commendation Medal as well as an ISAF Medal.

Prior to being deployed to Afghanistan, Michael began taking classes to work towards his degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has continued taking classes during his deployment and will continue to do so upon his return back to Langley Air Force Base.

Friends, Family, A Hero’s Welcome, The Warriors Watch, The Yellow Ribbon Club, The Point Pleasant Beach Police and Fire Departments, The Brick Township Fire Department, along with The Municipalities of Point Pleasant Beach and Brick Township will be on hand to make some noise and welcome home this hero in Rock Star style.

 

 

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Joseph F. Wunder Jr., of Mt. Ephraim, Vietnam War Veteran

WUNDER

Joseph F., Jr.

 

On February 11, 2011, Age 60 yrs. of Mt. Ephraim, formerly of Gloucester City, NJ. Beloved \"Wunder2\" husband for 38 years of Stella (nee Viereck), loving and devoted father of Veronica Bartley, SPC Joesph F. Wunder, III, Mark Wunder, Andrea Wise and Gabe Wentzel and loving father in law of Richard, Joslyn and Jessica. Cherished grandfather of Morgan, Richard, Jr., Jimmy, Mason, Nash, Alyssa, Savanna, Timmy and a grandchild due in June. He was also the dear brother of Betty (Carl), Frank (Nancy), Theresa (Jimmy), and Ron (Debbie) and loving son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Wunder.

 

Mr. Wunder was a Proud Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam era. Most importantly he was a loving and devoted family man.

 

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00am at St. Mary’s RC Church 426 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. A Memorial Mass will be Celebrated 11:00am at the Church. Inurnment to be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City. In lieu of flowers the family has requested Memorial Donations in Mr. Wunder’s name be made to Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053. www.etheringtonfh.com 


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Troops Urged to Quit Smokeless Tobacco

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Construction on Route 322 Improvements begin Feb. 15

Harrison Twp., NJ) – Construction of the final stage of the Route 322 improvements and bypass will begin on or about February 15 announced Freeholder Director Robert M. Damminger and Freeholder Heather Simmons.

\”We are asking motorists to be aware of the construction that will be taking place, to slow down and use caution when traveling through the work zone to ensure the safety of the traveling public and workers,\” said Freeholder Director Damminger. \”There are no planned detours, but there will be traffic shifts and we will be using message boards throughout the project so that drivers are informed of the construction,\” Damminger said.

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Alma M. Mecchella, of Gloucester City, Services Tuesday

MECCHELLA Alma M. 

 On February 10, 2011. Age 75. (nee Cooney) Of Gloucester City. Formerly of Philadelphia. \"Rosary\" Loving and devoted wife of Peter J. Mecchella. Loving mother of Louise (Joe) Willis, Bobby (Cindy), Frankie (Kim) and Alma Mecchella (Anthony). Loving grandmother of 19 and great-grandmother of 3. Dear sister of Eileen (Ron) Zacconi and sister-in-law Teresa Cooney. Pre-deceased by her brothers; Elmer, Alfred and Raymond and sister Mary Jablonowski.

 Alma’s family would like to thank all the nurses from Our Lady of Lourdes Dialysis Unit on the 5th floor and a special thanks to Father Mike from Our Lady of Lourdes for all his prayers. 

 Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Tuesday morning from 9 to 11 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth St. Gloucester City. 

 Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning at 11:30 AM at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension: 110 South Sussex St., Gloucester City. Interment New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Alma M. Mecchella. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ. Ph: 856-456-1142

 

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