8th ANNUAL GLAMSINO ROYALE: Cannes

Boutique

Rittenhouse

Hotel Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Casino Fundraiser to Benefit Action Wellness

PHILADELPHIA, PA

– Kimpton Hotel Palomar welcomes guests to its eighth annual Glamsino Royale event to benefit Action Wellness

on

Thursday, February 20

from

6 – 9 p.m

.

The event is crucial for Action Wellness to raise funds and continue to spread awareness  and provide a wide range of services to people living with HIV and other chronic illnesses throughout Philadelphia.

This year’s event,

Glamsino Royale: Cannes

, transforms the hotel’s top floors into a glamorous Cannes Film Festival inspired casino scene. Guests should practice their best camera-ready pout and get ready to mix, mingle, and vogue like the best of them! Attendees will sip on chilled libations, enjoy morsels created by the talented Chef Mackenson Horebe of

Square 1682

, and play classic casino games.

Winnings can be swapped for raffle tickets to enter for a chance to win a host of prizes from local retailers, theaters and restaurants, as well as stays at various Kimpton properties in fabulous destinations! The fabulous

Bingo-Verifying Divas

will mingle with the crowd, and DJ Sharyn Stone will be spinning the freshest tunes. Glamsino Royale is an event guests look forward to every year.

Tickets for the event include beer from

Yards Brewing Company

, wine, signature cocktails made with

Faber

spirits, and appetizers.

Tickets

go on sale today,

Wednesday, January 8th

via

https://glamsinoroyale.ticketleap.com/cannes

/

.

For more information, go to

ActionWellness.org

. Get event updates by following along on Twitter

@ActionWellPHL,

@Kimpton

, Instagram

@KimptoninPHL

,

@ActionWellnessPHL

, and

Facebook.com/ActionWellnessPHL

, and share using the hashtag

#GlamsinoRoyale

.

About Action Wellness:

Action Wellness

is one of Philadelphia’s largest AIDS service organizations.  It is committed to helping people living with HIV and other chronic illnesses.  Its services include: medical case management, a range of health screenings including HIV testing, treatment as prevention, prevention education, supportive housing and volunteer services. Action Wellness currently serves over 4,000 clients annually through the efforts of over 400 dedicated volunteers and over 100 professional staff working together to sustain and enhance the quality of life for the diverse community it serves. For more information, visit

actionwellness.org

.

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Kevin Graham of

Tumbling Dice

with Action Wellness team Kevin Burns and Sarah DeLaurentis at Glamsino Royale 2018.

Guests enjoying casino games at Glamsino Royale 2019.

The Bingo-Verifying Divas mingling with the crowd at Glamsino Royale 2019.

Gabrielle Oliva Noto, of Cherry Hill, age 31, Special Education Teacher, Triton HS Alum

Gabrielle Oliva Noto

On February 7, 2020. Age 31. Of Cherry Hill. Predeceased by her daughter, Alaia Carmella Eisenhower. Beloved daughter of Michele Noto (nee Fortune) and the late Joseph J. Noto. Loving fiancée of Adam Eisenhower. Beloved niece of Joyce Fortune and Godchild of Gerardine Benedetto.

Gabrielle was a graduate of Triton High School and received her bachelor’s degree in education. She worked many years a special education teacher.

At the request of her family, her funeral services will be private.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mccannhealey.com

under the obituary of Gabrielle Oliva Noto. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph:856-456-1142

Mt. Holly Woman Found Guilty of Murdering Her Wife

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ (February 12, 2020)–Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina announced that a 31-year-old woman was convicted today in Superior Court of fatally shooting her wife inside their Mount Holly

home during the summer of 2017.

After deliberating over three days, the jury found Laura Bluestein guilty of Aggravated Manslaughter (First Degree) and Tampering with Evidence (Fourth Degree). The Hon. Terrence R. Cook, P.J.Cr., scheduled sentencing for April 23.

The investigation began on August 6, 2017 when Mount Holly police went to the couple’s Mill Street residence after being notified by Bluestein’s father that an incident had occurred inside the home.

Upon arrival, police discovered the body of Felicia Dormans, 29, who had been shot in the face. Dormans, who was Bluestein’s wife, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant Prosecutors Jeremy Lackey and Lisa Commentucci. The investigation was conducted by the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Unit, along with the Mount Holly Police Department. The lead investigator was BCPO Detective Michael Reagan.

In Burlington County, help for victims of domestic abuse and their children is provided free of charge by Providence House. The organization emphasizes that services are offered regardless of race, gender, religion or sexual orientation.

Providence House can be reached through a 24-hour hotline at 1-877-871-7551 or 609-871-7551, or online at

Providence House Domestic Violence Services

.

Burlington County Winter Coat Drive Ends Friday

The Burlington County Freeholders and the Women’s Advisory Council \’s winter coat drive for the County’s Housing Hub and Hope One mobile unit ends on Friday, February 14.

“I am asking County residents to join our efforts to help assist our neighbors,” said Freeholder Director Hopson. “We want to do our part to provide some assistance to those who are struggling during these cold winter months.”

We are collecting only

new

winter coats. The coats will be distributed at the County’s Housing Hub or Hope One mobile unit to those in need.

Boxes will be stationed at the following locations:

Human Services Building Lobby (Woodlane Road, Westampton) M-F, 9AM-5PM

Administration Building Lobby (49 Rancocas Road, Mt. Holly) M-F, 9AM-5PM

Health Department (Pioneer Drive, Westampton) M-F, 9AM-5PM

The County Store at the Moorestown Mall M-F, 10AM-7PM and Saturdays 10AM-5PM

Burlington County Library Main Branch (Pioneer Drive Westampton) M-F, 9AM-9AM Saturdays 9AM-5PM and Sundays 1PM-5PM

Bordentown Library (18 East Union Street, Bordentown) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-5PM

Cinnaminson Library (1619 Riverton Road, Cinnaminson) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-5PM

Evesham Library (984 Tuckerton Road, Marlton) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-5PM and Sundays 1PM-5PM

Maple Shade Library (200 Stiles Avenue, Maple Shade) M-F, 10AM-8:30PM, and Saturdays 10AM-2PM

Pemberton Library (16 Broadway, Browns Mills) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-5PM and Sundays 1PM-5PM

Pinelands Library (39 Allen Avenue, Medford) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays and Saturdays 10AM-5PM and Sundays 1PM-5PM

Riverton Library (306 Main Street, Riverton) Mon-Thurs, 10AM-8:30PM, Fridays 10AM-2PM, Saturdays 10AM-5PM and Sundays 1PM-5PM

In December, Burlington County opened an innovative, and first-of-its-kind Housing Hub in the Human Services Facility that serves as a single point of entry for residents who are homeless or experiencing a housing crisis. This new Hub serves as a fusion center to respond to residents’ needs by providing immediate access to services, case management, guidance and our network of community providers.

Burlington County’s Hope One mobile unit offers critical support for persons and families struggling with addiction and related issues with the goal of preventing drug overdoses and deaths and providing linkages for treatment and recovery support services. The unit, which schedules stops all around the county, offers Narcan trainings and free kits, immunizations, and the opportunity to meet with a counselor and coach.

“The Housing Hub and Hope One mobile unit are both doing an incredible job of assisting residents in need,” concluded Freeholder Hopson. “We are thankful to have these resources in Burlington County and want to equip them with the tools they need to keep serving our residents.”

The Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council works to identify and address issues that affect women in Burlington County, raise public awareness of the special needs and roles of women, provide mentoring opportunities for women, and enhance the quality of life for all women. For more information follow the Council on Facebook at @BurlingtonCountyWomen or visit:

http://co.burlington.nj.us/263/Womens-Advisory-Council

Protecting Your Ability To Drive Safely

It may be the safest, wisest course to get help with your driving before you have to give it up.

(NAPS)—Driving a car means maintaining independence for many older adults. Driving allows you to shop, see friends and family, keep up with medical appointments, and avoid social isolation. But sometimes staying safe behind the wheel as you age can be a challenge.

Age-related physical and mental changes can affect your ability to drive safely. If you’re alert to these changes and manage them carefully, you may be able to continue driving safely for some time.

To keep your skills as sharp as possible, consider following these suggestions from experts at the American Geriatrics Society (AGS), healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older people:

Check your eyesight to keep it as sharp as possible by getting a complete annual eye exam once you turn 60. Test yourself to monitor your vision:

•    Do you have problems reading street signs?

•    Are you having difficulty seeing road or pavement markings, curbs, or other vehicles or pedestrians, especially at dawn, dusk, and nighttime?

•    Is glare from oncoming headlights making it hard to see when driving at night?

Assess your physical fitness to drive by asking yourself:

•    Can I comfortably turn my neck to see over my shoulder when I change lanes?

•    Can I easily move my foot from the gas pedal to the brake? Can I easily turn the steering wheel?

•    During the past year, have I fallen one or more times?

•    Do I regularly walk more than a block a day?

•    Can I raise my arms above my shoulders?

Perform a reality check on your attention span and reaction time:

•    Are you overwhelmed by signs, traffic signals, and car and pedestrian traffic, especially at busy intersections?

•    Does it seem harder to merge into traffic on the highway?

•    Do you take any medications that make you sleepy, dizzy, or confused?

•    Do you feel less confident about driving at highway speeds?

•    Do you react slowly to cars entering your roadway, or to cars that have slowed or stopped in front of you?

Pay attention to changes and warnings:

•    Have friends or family members expressed worries about your driving?

•    Have you ever gotten lost on familiar routes or forgotten how to get to familiar destinations?

•    Has a police officer pulled you over to warn you about your driving?

•    Have you been ticketed for your driving, had a near miss, or a crash in the last three years?

•    Has your healthcare provider warned you to restrict or stop driving?

Consider Getting a Professional Driving Assessment

If you’ve experienced driving problems like these or are worried about your ability to be a safe driver, consider getting a professional assessment of your skills.

Occupational therapists trained as driving rehabilitation specialists can evaluate your driving skills and strengths, as well as any physical, visual, and cognitive challenges you may face. They can also evaluate your ability to operate a vehicle safely and, if needed, recommend ways to reduce your risks.

Driving rehabilitation specialists are trained to evaluate older drivers for:

•    Muscle strength, flexibility, and range of motion

•    Coordination and reaction time

•    Judgment and decision-making skills

•    Ability to drive with special devices that adapt your vehicle to your needs

The specialist may recommend ways for you to drive more safely after the evaluation. Suggestions may include getting special equipment for your car or helping you sharpen your skills.

Not sure how to find a driving rehabilitation specialist? Talk to your healthcare provider or contact the American Occupational Therapy Association for a directory. You can also visit the AGS’s public education website,

https://www.healthinaging.org/driving-safety

, for more safe driving resources for older adults and caregivers.

The First in 2020: A $202 Million Jackpot

Trenton (Feb. 12, 2020) – New Jersey Lottery Executive Director James A Carey, Jr. announced this morning that the only Mega Millions jackpot winning ticket from last night’s drawing was sold in New Jersey. “We are thrilled that the winning ticket was sold in Middlesex County. I’m happy to congratulate Quick Stop Food Store on 940 Inman Ave. in Edison, the retailer that sold this winning ticket,” said

Carey.

The winning numbers for the Feb. 11, 2020 drawing are: 04, 06, 32, 52, and 64. The Gold Mega Ball is 06 and the Megaplier is 02. The jackpot winner will receive an estimated prize of $202,000,000 annuity ($142,200,000 cash).

“Congratulations, too, to the winner of this multi-million dollar jackpot! We encourage the winner to sign the back of the ticket, make a copy of both sides and put it in a safe place, and contact Lottery Headquarters at 609-599-5875 to arrange to file a claim for this “MEGA” jackpot prize,” Carey continued.

The winner has one year from the date of the drawing to file a claim.

In addition, 18 other players matched four of the five white balls drawn making each ticket worth $500. One of those tickets was purchased with the Megaplier option, multiplying the prize to $1,000. Moreover 36,782 other New Jersey players took home $139,414 in prizes ranging from $2 to $400, according to Carey.

The Mega Millions jackpot resets to $40,000,000 for the next drawing to be held Friday, Feb. 14 at 10:59 pm. All New Jersey Lottery Mega Millions tickets must be purchased before 10:45 pm to participate in the drawing. Mega Millions tickets cost just two dollars; by adding the Megaplier option for an extra dollar per play, players can increase their non-jackpot winnings up to five times. Mega Millions tickets are sold in 46 participating jurisdictions. Drawings are held on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Obituary: Selvajean “Jean” Campanella, Bellmawr

Selvajean “Jean” Campanella (nee Miller), on February 12, 2020, of Bellmawr, formerly of South Philadelphia. Age 82.

Beloved wife of the late Anthony, Sr. Devoted mother of Anthony, Jr. (Dawn) and the late Denise. Loving grandmother of Anthony, III (Diana), Ryan Anthony (Erica), Steffany, Danielle (Justin) and Alayna and great grandmother of Hailey, Liliana and Reese. Dear sister of the late Gloria.

Mrs. Campanella enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and the Shop Rite girls.

Services are private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Mrs. Campanella’s memory to Animal Welfare Assoc., 509 Centennial Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043.

Stolen Vehicle Surge at the Port of NY/Newark

February 10, 2020

CBP’s Battle at the Port of New York/Newark

NEWARK, NJ

. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) plays a major role in the battle against Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and other innovative and constantly evolving transnational criminal networks whose collaborative efforts seek nothing but illicit financial gain and fortune.  One threat of particular concern comes from the sophisticated organizations responsible for the theft and export of stolen vehicles.  Thousands of vehicles have been stolen or carjacked throughout the tristate area in order to be illegally exported from the United States through various marine terminals located in/around the Port of New York/Newark (NY/NWK) with final destinations to African nations such as Benin, Gambia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo.

On the epidemic of stolen vehicles, Marty C. Raybon, CBP Port Director, stated, “Our success at identifying, degrading and disrupting transnational networks depends on many things, but analytics and partnerships are right at the top of the list.  CBP will always be able to leverage our unique authorities, data holdings, and analytical abilities, but without close collaboration with our federal, state and local partners, we cannot dismantle these networks.  What’s required is a whole of government approach and that’s what we have with our partners in Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Philadelphia, HSI Newark Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST), HSI New York BEST, New Jersey State Police, New York City Police Department and Hudson County Sheriff’s Department.”

CBP’s mission is to safeguard America’s borders thereby protecting the public from dangerous people and materials while enhancing the Nation’s global economic competitiveness by enabling legitimate trade and travel.  The men and women of CBP who are assigned to the Port of NY/NWK take this mission and commitment to the public very seriously and will continue to work with our partners and stakeholders to ensure our continued success.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation\’s borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

3 Life Tips for a New Military Spouse

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(February 11, 2020)–The U.S. military issues instructions and operations for nearly every imaginable scenario — in case of emergency, in case of attack, in case of disorder. But when it comes to the case of marrying a military man or woman, there is no instruction manual. The vows you take apply to both your beloved and the country they serve, and suddenly, your concept of \”family\” must grow to encompasses the entire army, navy, air force or marines.

No one tells you that the civilian life you knew will come to a sudden halt and a new life, complete with new rules and regulations, begins when you become a military spouse. Though this new life may seem overwhelming at first, knowing how to handle a few common issues can make transitioning into your new role, a new marriage and new life a little easier.

Dealing With Deployment

Every military spouse is inevitably faced with the deployment of their wife or husband. The threat of their sudden departure hangs heavy in the air when the couples are together knowing that at any time, they may need to separate for months, sometimes years at a time.

When deployment occurs, the first night is always the hardest, but it does get easier from there. Staying busy during a loved one\’s absence is the first bit of

advice that experienced military spouses offer

. Filling your days with chores and activities is a critical strategy to keep the mind occupied and the nerves calmed. Another pearl of wisdom to help deal with deployment is to be prepared and plan ahead. Changing from a partnership to a single entity means you have twice the household obligations and responsibilities, including maintaining the day-to-day operations of life and home. That\’s why it\’s wise to plan ahead and get as much done as possible before the deployment.

For instance, military spouses left behind might learn that obtaining better auto insurance rates before your spouse leaves can save you time, effort and money. Some providers like

USAA auto insurance

make accommodations specifically for military families. With plans in place, the first night of deployment as well as those that follow, will not seem so unbearable.

Managing Money

The military offers some great benefits to its members and their spouses like free healthcare and retirement packages, so knowing what you are entitled to and how to claim it should be near the top of your list of things to do early in your military life.

For example,

the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

is strictly for military individuals and their families and offers simple investment choices and automatic enrollment. It is comparable to many 401(k) plans civilians have. The investments are all index funds, meaning they simply track the market instead of being actively managed, which means they are relatively safer and they yield greater savings that are passed directly to you. All members of the U.S. armed forces can contribute, and it\’s never too early to plan for retirement.

Moving Matters

Whether it be a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) or a temporary travel assignment, the process of moving is certainly stressful; and with upwards of

400,000 servicemen and woman PCS annually

, that stress is quite common.

If you\’re lucky enough to stay in the States, your moving process is significantly less complicated. You\’ll want to start out with your local transportation office and then decide how much you want to do on your own. If you are comfortable with Uncle Sam taking the reigns, he can help you with housing, relocation assistance referrals, transportation and employment in your new location, allowing you to focus on yourself and your family.

By following these tips on dealing with the difficult and inevitable heartbreak of deployment, mastering the management of money and navigating the waters of a military move, you\’ll be well on your way to becoming a veteran military spouse and growing ever more comfortable in your new life.

Dealing With The Global Energy Crunch

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(February 11, 2020)–Since a very young age, we have learned how we could classify energy resources into two categories- renewable and non-renewable. To jog your memory up, renewable resources of energy are those sources of energy that can be renewed or replenished. Non-renewable sources of energy are the ones that once depleted can never be brought back. The world has come to the point of a massive energy crunch, and there is an urgent need of addressing this extremely pressing issue at hand. Renewable sources of energy or not, nothing lasts forever. Just because we have been taught from early on that renewable sources of energy have the power of replenishing themselves, it does not assure us that we can deplete the Earth of its reservoirs. Human beings have done enough to push the planet to the abyss of darkness, and now is the time to act responsibly and take up the mantle to repair the damages. In light of the topic, it is essential to mention the ways in which Latin-America is trying to mitigate the energy crisis. Their ideas are unique, fresh, and the people seem to have taken the cause of energy and climate emergency personally. When you think about it, this is how the approach should be in every other part of the world. We might be doing all that we can in our own little ways to address the issue, but perhaps it would do us good to learn a thing or two from Latin-America.

Increase In Mergers And Acquisitions In The Energy Sector:

One of the most noteworthy actions of the countries in Latin-America is that the number of mergers and acquisitions dealing with the energy crisis has doubled over the past couple of years. Industries and business organizations have become mindful of their actions and are trying to put pen to paper in a bid to take measures that can mitigate the crisis. This is definitely a step that should be taken note of. In a world where industries and factories are only hell-bent in coming up with newer technologies and in the process are sabotaging the condition of the atmosphere, a move as such by the Latin-American countries is definitely a welcome relief.

Countries Are Trying To Limit The Carbon Di-Oxide Emissions:

The countries in Latin-America are ceaselessly trying to reduce the carbon emission, which is what primarily leads to the depletion of the ozone layer. Also, with an excessive expenditure of carbon dioxide, you slowly start depleting the reservoirs of the planet’s energy. Therefore, we are not only harming the Earth’s climate but also exhausting its energy resources. We could all take notes from the countries in Latin-America that are trying to reduce the carbon emissions every day. The governments in these regions are also a step ahead in dealing with the energy crunch by offering investors models of low-risk energy to invest in.

Optimal Usage of The Energy Resources:

It is one thing to figure out ways to save energy and then put the energy into better uses in the future, and a completely different ball game to optimally use the already existent energy resources. The countries in Latin-America are already rich enough in oil and various other sources of energy. However, they are just better than some of their other counterparts in putting these resources of energy to optimal uses. Norway, in some ways, shares the same gene with Latin-America. For instance, they have some of the best plans for electricity and the people in Norway take the efforts to subscribe to the plans that can save several units of energy. Take a look at the website of

this Norwegian power company

to understand what they have got to offer to their people.

Conclusion:

We are definitely in the midst of severe energy and climate crisis. Some of us are smart enough to acknowledge the truth, and some do not want to face the truth. However, it is time that we come together and share the responsibility for our actions. The planet only has a few more years left to repair the damages, and we must act now before it is too late.