Chefs and Restaurants Unite for Immigrants at Garces Annual Fundraiser

The 14th Annual Garces Foundation Benefit will again unite dozens of Philadelphia’s top chefs and restaurants for a night of food, culture and community. Themed “One Delicious Evening, Infinite Impact,” this Artisan Night Market-inspired fundraiser will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at Live! Casino & Hotel (900 Packer Avenue). Founded by James Beard Award-winning Iron Chef Jose Garces and Philadelphia dentist Dr. Beatriz Garces, the Foundation’s mission is to help Philadelphia’s immigrant community access healthcare, education and vital resources. Guests can support this mission by purchasing tickets for an evening filled with incredible flavors, vibrant Colombian music by Suena Cimarron, folkloric dancers from Colombia Mi Corazón Es Tuyo, paintings from renowned muralist Manuela Guillén, an artisan art market and a silent/live auction. Culinary highlights include unlimited bites from Amada, Amy’s Pastelillo’s, Bolo, Buena Onda, Cantina Dos Segundos, Cry Baby Pasta, El Mictlán, Emmett, Garces Trading Co., Gass & Main, Hardena, Heavy Metal Sausage, Izzy’s, Juana Tamale, Little Fish, Luk Fu, Mom-Mom’s Kitchen, Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft, Say She Ate, Sophie’s Kitchen, Tabachoy, Village Whiskey, Weckerly’s Ice Cream, White Yak, Wilder and more. Tickets are on sale for $125 per person at garcesfoundation.org/2026benefit. Special thank you to sponsors, including Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia, Virtua Health, Free People, Designs by Danica, Komos Tequila, Stateside Vodka and Stateside Live!.

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Mount Laurel Man Gets Prison for Assaulting Juvenile

Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw announced that a 25-year-old Mount Laurel man has been sentenced to seven years in state prison for sexually assaulting an underage female last year after communicating with her on a messaging app and convincing her to meet in person.

Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office, Jake E. Toczylowski pled guilty in October 2025 to one count of Sexual Assault (Second Degree) in exchange for a seven-year term of incarceration. The sentence was handed down March 18 in Superior Court in Mount Holly by the Hon. Gerard H. Breland, J.S.C.

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GTPD’s National Night Out Meeting is April 7th

Have you been thinking about holding a National Night Out Block Party in your neighborhood? Are you a business owner in Gloucester Township that would like to get involved with our community?

Join the Gloucester Township Police Community Relations Bureau on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6pm in the Gloucester Township Court Room located at, 1261 Chews Landing Road Laurel Springs, NJ 08021, for our Annual National Night Out Kickoff Meeting!

We will discuss details and our goals for our upcoming National Night Out on August 4th and give you the tools and ideas to get your block party started. When you sign your neighborhood up for National Night Out you will receive a visit from our police department at your location!

Come on out and get your neighborhood signed up!

Suspect for Theft of a Dog in the 35th District

Early Easter Events in Philadelphia

March 28-29, 2026

Ready for a hopping good time? The Easter Bunny’s jumping into Philly a little early, hiding egg-celent events across the region, like:

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CCPD’s Open Gym Nights are BACK!

Community Resources, Mentoring, & Career Information

The Camden County Police Department is turning up the fun, continuing to host Open Gym Nights! Now in its 6th year, the Village Initiative, proudly supported by the Sixers Youth Foundation and the Cooper Foundation, is committed to empowering youth through mentorship and meaningful activities. Lace up and head to the Katz Center, 1725 Park Blvd, tomorrow, March 27th from 6PM to 9 PM for some music, games, and basketball! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Contact Lieutenant Luis Gonzalez at gonzalez358@camdencounty.com or call 201-564-8645 for more information. To learn more, Click Here.

Camden County Green Events

Learn Sustainable Practices and Valuable Tips

The Certified Gardeners: Garden Symposium is on Saturday, March 28th from 9 AM to 1 PM. Learn the role of native plants in landscape design by Dr. Randi Eckel, and learn what makes a plant a weed by Emily Salmons. To learn more, Click Here.

On Saturday, April 11th, from 10 AM to 12 PM is Make & Take: Beyond the Lawn. Participants will design non-lawn landscape plans, learn about the ‘right plant, right place” approach, benefits of native plants, and maintenance tips during this workshop. Class size limited to 30 people, $10 per adult. To learn more, Click Here.

Mark your calendars for the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection at thePennsauken Sanitary Landfill (9600 N. River Road) on Saturday, April 18th from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. To learn more, Click Here.

Next, join us for the 2026 Camden County Certified Gardeners Plant Sale on Saturday, April 25th, from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Sustainability Campus. This rain-or-shine event offers thousands of plants at great prices, including, vegetables, herbs, houseplants, and more from Triple Oaks Nursery. To learn more, Click Here.

Ex-Washington Twp. Teacher Charged in Minor Sex Assault

Woodbury, NJ – Ashley A. Fisler, 36, of Washington Township, was arrested Thursday and is facing eight charges including sexual assault of a minor, endangering the welfare of a child, and official misconduct of a public servant, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case:

On Jan. 23, 2026, the victim, now an adult, disclosed an unlawful sexual relationship with Fisler while the victim was still a minor and Fisler was their teacher at Orchard Valley Middle School. The victim described multiple sexual encounters occurring in 2021 in Fisler’s vehicle and in her classroom. Subsequent investigation revealed text messages between Fisler and the victim confirming the unlawful sexual nature of their relationship. Fisler is no longer employed as a teacher in Washington Township or anywhere else.

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Jefferson Health NICU Babies Are Ready for Some Baseball

Nothing signals the return of spring like Phillies baseball – and Jefferson Health’s tiniest rookies are dressed and ready for opening day. Babies from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital wore their red, white and blue team gear to celebrate the Phils’ return to the diamond. Our nurses and providers say these tiny bundles of joy are true MVPs, batting a thousand and turning every inning into a comeback story.

Gaylord Boxes vs. Corrugated Pallets: Which Is Right for Your Bulk Shipping Needs?

Bulk shipping decisions have a way of sneaking up on you. You need something that protects the load, keeps freight costs reasonable, and actually fits the way your operation runs. Gaylord boxes and corrugated pallets both get the job done in the right situation, but they’re not interchangeable.

Knowing the difference upfront saves money and prevents the kind of logistics headaches that slow everything down.

What Are Gaylord Boxes?

Gaylord boxes are large, heavy-duty corrugated cardboard containers designed to hold bulk quantities of goods.

They sit on a pallet base and are built from multi-wall corrugated construction, giving them enough rigidity to handle significant weight without collapsing. Gaylord cardboard boxes come in a range of sizes, with depths typically running from 24 to 45 inches. Weight capacity varies by construction, but most standard Gaylord boxes handle anywhere from 500 to 2,000 pounds, depending on the wall grade and base support.

Food processing, agriculture, recycling, and manufacturing all lean on them heavily. They’re practical for loose goods such as produce, grains, plastic pellets, and scrap materials that need to be contained and moved in bulk. Used Gaylord boxes are also widely available, making them one of the more budget-friendly bulk packaging options on the market.