Funeral Services were held today at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion for Camden Firefighter Howard Bennett, 61, who died February 5 after falling into the freezing cold Delaware River while doing a routine maintenance check on a fire boat. Firefighters and first responders from across New Jersey along with Governor Mikie Sherrill, came to pay their respects to Bennett, who served bravely for 26 years.
The following photos have been approved by the family of Howard Bennett.
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Following a successful debut last season, Dover Motor Speedway and Visit Delaware have partnered again to bring a beach-inspired Fan Zone experience to The Monster Mile with the return of MILES BEACH, presented by Visit Delaware, during NASCAR All-Star Weekend, May 15–17.
MILES BEACH, presented by Visit Delaware, will again take over more than an acre of Dover’s famed Fan Zone, offering dozens of beach-themed, family-friendly attractions, including many FREE options, for fans to enjoy throughout All-Star Weekend.
“Miles Beach is a fun, creative way to bring the spirit of Delaware’s iconic beach towns to one of the state’s biggest sporting weekends,” said Jaimie Watts, Deputy Director of the Delaware Division of Small Business & Tourism. “As our region enjoys a landmark year for major events, from the FIFA World Cup and NASCAR All-Star Weekend to the MLB All-Star Game, America’s 250th and beyond, this partnership with Dover Motor Speedway highlights how Delaware fits into that bigger moment.”
Congressman Van Drew, along with Congresswoman Laura Gillen (D-NY), introduced H.R. 7459, the Coastal Trust Fund Act, which would create a reliable, long-term funding source for coastal protection projects nationwide.
“My bipartisan Coastal Trust Fund Act sets up a permanent and reliable funding stream for coastal storm risk management projects like beach nourishment,” said Congressman Van Drew. “This is a big deal, not just for New Jersey, but for the whole country. The American coastal economy contributes to 46% of national GDP, but too often the government does not deliver coastal protection until after a disaster strikes. This legislation changes the status quo by investing $1 billion a year into the Army Corps of Engineers’ coastal storm management projects. By funding the Coastal Trust Fund with existing offshore energy lease revenues, we earned a budget-neutral score from the Congressional Budget Office, meaning no new taxes or fees on anybody. This bill was developed through months of collaboration with the top coastal experts in the country, and it is one of the most serious efforts in history to protect the coastlines of the United States. Thank you to my colleague Representative Gillen and the entire coastal community for supporting this effort.”
Continue reading “Representatives Van Drew, Gillen Introduce Bill to Strengthen Coastal Protection Nationwide”Walk through enough fabrication shops and you start to notice a pattern: the air tells a story long before the paperwork does. You can smell cutting fluids, feel heat rising from a weld station, and sometimes catch that “metallic chalk” dryness that sits in your throat after a few minutes near grinding or polishing. Most people accept it as part of the job until filters clog early, housekeeping becomes a daily battle, or a “small” dust issue turns into a shutdown nobody planned for.
This is especially true in stores where aluminum is processed, and it quickly becomes a very serious subject, considering that very dangerous amounts are not about nuisance dust or clean rooms. If you want an accessible and informative guide to understanding the importance of this material and its specific uses, then read this resource about aluminum dust hazard. This provides an understanding of the specific properties of this metal and how this can be considered, especially later on.
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on February 9, 2026, Joseph Mansueto, 38, of Berkeley Township, was charged with Aggravated Arson and Criminal Mischief in connection with an incident that occurred on February 8, 2026, in Toms River.
On February 8, 2026, at approximately 3:40 a.m., the Toms River Township Police and Fire Departments responded to Planet Fitness on Route 37 West for a report of a structure fire. Responding emergency personnel observed a small fire at the exterior of the building. The fire was contained to the exterior of the building.
Continue reading “Berkeley Township Man Charged With Aggravated Arson and Criminal Mischief”2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 12, 2026
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Are you interested in becoming a Gloucester Township full time Police Office, part time Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO I), part time or full time Telecommunicator (911 Operator/ Radio Dispatcher)?
Our Open House will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 3 PM to 5 PM at the Gloucester Township Senior Center, 1261 Chews Landing Road, Laurel Springs, NJ 08021 (next to GTPD Headquarters).
Those attending will have an opportunity to meet Officers and Civilian Staff to help answer questions about these positions within Gloucester Township Police and the hiring process! Gloucester Township Police is committed to improving the quality of life, in partnership with our community, through fair and professional police services.
Continue reading “The Gloucester Township Police Recruiting Team will be hosting an Open House on March 5, 2026!”
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Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in a professionally sanctioned heavyweight bout on 19 December at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
The fight, branded Judgement Day, will be streamed live on Netflix, at no extra cost to current subscribers.
Britain’s Joshua, the 36-year-old former two-time unified heavyweight champion, will take on the YouTuber-turned-boxer over eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters wearing regulation 10-ounce gloves.
This represents a replacement fight for Paul, who was originally scheduled to face Gervonta Davis in an exhibition earlier this month before it was cancelled due to a lawsuit filed against Davis by his ex-girlfriend.
Instead, the American will face his most credible opponent to date in Joshua, a former heavyweight champion with a professional record of 28 wins and four losses, 25 of those victories coming by knockout.
Continue reading “Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: What to know ahead of Netflix Judgement Day Boxing Event”
Five individuals were arrested last month for crimes related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM), reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay. Investigations conducted by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crimes Unit, including task force officers from the Gloucester Township Police Department and Camden County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Cherry Hill Police Department, Oaklyn Police Department, and Berlin Borough Police Department, led to the following defendants being arrested in January 2026:
All individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
February is Black History Month, a time for the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office to recognize and reflect on the achievements, sacrifices, and lasting impact of Black Americans whose contributions have helped shape our nation and continue to influence its future.
Continue reading “CCPO Celebrates Black History Month”