There is a history, hidden by rising tides and familial secrets, along the Delaware Bayshore — a history of rumrunners, moonshiners and bootleggers during the Prohibition era. The glamor of Atlantic City during the 1920s attracts more attention but, for the sense of what the 18th Amendment birthed, it would be better to spend time at…

SUSSEX COUNTY – If you committed a crime in Hopatcong over the past several years, you\’d likely have seen your mug shot on the police department\’s Facebook page. The department has made a practice of posting on its page, which has more than 6,300 followers, photographs of the arrested and details on the crimes for all…

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(Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the ramp from I-295 northbound to Route 168 westbound will be closed overnight tonight Monday, August 17 and Tuesday, August 18, as the Direct Connection project advances in Camden and Gloucester counties.

The ramp from I-295 northbound to Route 168 westbound will be closed for paving tonight, August 17, and tomorrow night, August 18, between 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. the following morning.

\”>Continue on I-295 northbound to Exit 32 (Berlin Road), turn left onto Berlin road, take ramp to I-295 southbound, and take exit 28 to Route 168 westbound.

This work is part of the Direct Connection project that will provide a seamless route for I-295 motorists traveling through the interchange of I-295, I-76, and Route 42. The Direct Connection project has been divided into four separate construction contracts, with completion of the fourth and final contract in the fall of 2021. NJDOT\’s project website provides construction activity schedules and updates.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT\’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information.

Professional soccer may soon be returning to the Lehigh Valley. Top brass of the Philadelphia Union, Lehigh University and United Soccer League will make a \”major announcement\” about \”future development plans\” Wednesday at the university\’s Goodman Stadium. The purpose of the announcement will be to launch a USL team in Bethlehem, according to a report on…

Helen B. Wolk

Born: September 16, 1925
Died: August 16, 2015

Helen B. Wolk (nee Rody), on August 16, 2015, of Bellmawr. Age 89.

Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Wolk. Devoted mother of Bernadette Forward (Edward), Edward Wolk (Debbie), Denise Autio (Donald), Michael Wolk Sr. (Denise), and Frank Wolk (Gina). Loving grandmom of Katherine E. (Michael), Michael Jr., Dennis, Chrissy, Michael, Lynde, Diana, and Danielle and great grandmom of Addison. Preceded in death by eight siblings. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Helen was an active parishioner at Annunciation BVM Church, where she was a CCD teacher, a member of the Altar & Rosary Society, and a founding member of the Annunciation Lunch Program. She was also a member of the Haddon Heights Socialites.

There will be a visitation from 8:45 to 9:45am Saturday morning at St. Joachim Parish, Annunciation BVM Church, 601 W. Browning Road, Bellmawr.

Funeral Mass 10am at the Church.

Interment private at the request of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Redeemer Home Care & Hospice, 150 9th Ave., Runnemede, NJ 08078 or Visiting Angels Living Assistance, 397 Bridgeton Pike, Mantua, NJ 08051.

Born: January 10, 1953
Died: August 15, 2015

Patrice \”Patty\” M. Larmour (nee Morgan), on August 15, 2015, of Little Egg Harbor, formerly of Runnemede. Age 62.

Beloved wife of Edward Larmour of 17 years. Loving daughter of John \”Jack\” and Vera (nee Bausch) Morgan. Dear sister of Bob, Bill, and the late Jack Morgan and survived by sister-in-law Tina Morgan. Devoted step-mother of Kimberly, Eddie, Eric, and Brian Larmour. Caring Grandmom Patty of Conchetta, Marissa, Angelo, and Rosaria. Cherished aunt of Tina, Jack, Anthony, Charlsie, and Gillian.

There will be a visitation from 12:30 to 2pm on Thursday afternoon at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Memorial service 2pm at the funeral home.

Interment private at the request of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Patty’s name to the Lupus Foundation of America, 150 Morris Avenue, Suite 102, Springfield, NJ 07081.

Family and friends may share memories at www.GardnerFuneralHome.com.

CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Signature Inc., award-winning provider of
marketing and promotional services in South Jersey has developed a unique training program that allows for tremendous growth and opportunity within the company itself. The competitive training program was developed to accommodate the demand and rapid success of Signature\’s fortune 500 clients, including Verizon, AT&T, and Home Depot.

The program begins by training and developing a candidate\’s strategic expertise in brand awareness and customer service. Signature\’s appeal to target markets rather than the masses allows for substantial organic growth within the company. The firm has accredited its management staff success and geographical expansion to its in-house training and development program.

Brooklawn fans celebrate their team\’s victory over Hawaii (photo credit Bruce Darrow)

American Legion World Series