Karla is a 4-5-year-old German Shepherd Dog who is very intelligent and just waiting for someone to take her home. Karla knows her basic commands and loves to go for long walks. She is housebroken and would make a great addition to any family. Karla prefers to be an only dog; she is particular about her dog companions. Please stop in and meet Karla soon.  

If you are interested in adopting, please call the shelter at (856) 663-3058 and check on his/her availability.  

All dogs adopted from our shelter will be spayed/neutered prior to leaving the facility. Feel free to e-mail us with any questions or comments that you may have. 

Almost Home Animal Shelter and Adoption Center 

Promoting \’Purrfect\’ Matches and Lasting Adoptions through Adoption Counseling

9140C Pennsauken Highway
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Phone: (856) 663-3058
[email protected]

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On July 18, Gloucester City erected the first of many new entryway enhancement signs being placed throughout the City to beautify the aesthetics of the gateways into our community.

This sign, was erected on South Broadway is near the Gloucester City/Brooklawn boundary lines was funded by Gloucester City Plumbing Supply Company and is being maintained by the Gloucester City Business Association.

Last year the UEZ sponsored a town meeting. The moderator, Ms. Stacy Irving from the Center City District in Philadelphia, suggested one of the things the City could do to enhance their image was to erect new signage. \”By doing so you will create a sense of place to let people know they’re in Gloucester City.\”

In all, seven new signs will be constructed and hung throughout the City positioned at almost all entryways. The signs have been purchased by local Gloucester City businesses and will be maintained by various community organizations throughout the City.

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NASTO, JACOB MYLES \’BABY JAKE\’
On October 21, 2007, of Voorhees, NJ, age 2 years.
The strongest, smartest, bravest, most handsome boy in the whole wide world; Jake is the beloved son of Joseph and Kate; Dear brother of Terry Russell; Loving grandson of Jim and Lynn Cummings, Paula Nasto and Chris Nasto and the Loving great grandson of Margaret Cummings.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Visitation and Funeral on Friday from 7 to 9 PM and Saturday from 8:15 to 9:45AM at the FALCO/CARUSO & LEONARD PENNS-AUKEN FUNERAL HOME, 6600 North Browning Road. Mass of the Angels will be celebrated at 10:30 AM at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Broadway and Ferry Avenues in Camden. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Children\’s Hospital Foundation, 34th and Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399. Info, condolences and guestbook at www.carusocare.com

 

Walter W. Jost is running for the Second Ward City Council Seat in Gloucester City during this year\’s General Election November 6 against Bruce Parry.

Candidates in Wards One and Three are running unopposed.

Walter Jost was mayor of Gloucester City in the early \’90s. He is a lifelong resident of Gloucester and a graduate of Gloucester City High School.

He said he is very involved in the City and has always shown care and concern from his experience in local government to numerous organizations and committees he has belonged to over the years.

Jost has taken a major interest in the youth of the city and has been active in the Cub Scouts of America for many years.

He has received two outstanding awards for his service to the youth: the District Award of Merit and the Silver Beaver Award by the National Council.

Jost said he has pledged his continued commitment to the education and care of the youth in Gloucester.

He has been a real estate broker for the past 25 years and has also worked as a Radio Technician for WIP Radio and was a Studio Supervisor for WMMR in Philadelphia.

He now works for WYSP doing Eagles Football.

A World War II Marine Veteran, Jost said he is also active in his community church, serving as financial secretary for the First Baptist Church of Gloucester.

He is a member of the Merchantville Lodge 19, Palestine Lodge 135 and has been Second Ward Committeeman for the last 15 years. He was also a member of the Gloucester City Planning Board.

Jost continues to be active today with the Celebration Committee, Rotary Club, Amateur Radio Club, Emergency Communications Group and various community services within the City. He and his wife, Jean, have three children, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

\”Please remember, November 6, Vote Walter Jost, 2^nd Ward Council Column 1. I am a person who is concerned about Gloucester City and where it\’s going in the future,\” he said.

Standing-Leanna Wiley, Alexandria McColligan, Tara Curran, Marci Hutchinson, Chelsea Thomson, Kristin Marchese.

Seated-Kristen Herda, Brittny Boulden, Tiffaney Stiteler, Jessica Ryan, Emily Reinhardt, Megan Dilks, Erika Smizer.

Front-Brittany Walters, Sara Klemowitz.

(Not pictured) Senior Class Escorts: Charles Aymes, Chris Beck, Gus Camp, Ethan Casey, Steve Crank, Ken Davidson, Cody Gorman, Jeff Grant, Kevin Griffin, Brandon Keenan, Bryan Greer, Frank Mecchella.

see photos from 2006 homecoming dance

 

 Mount Ephraim Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary presents a Holiday Shopping Night.

 

Numerous participants including Pampered Chef, Wood Crafts, Discovery Toys, Princess House Crystal, Home Interior Gifts, Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry, Partlite Candles, Tupperware Products, Tastefully Simple, Grandma\’s Creations, Avon Products and many more… at the Mount Ephraim Firehouse at 200 Bell Road, Mt. Ephraim.

 

Free refreshments provided. For more information, contact Donna Schepacarter at 931-9206.

Cash & Carry.

The unofficial straw poll regarding the demonstration by the Gloucester City Career Firemen during the recent Heroes to Hero 5K memorial run ended on Sunday evening.

The 5k Run is a tribute to the memories of the three firemen (two volunteer and one career) who died on July 4, 2002 fighting a fire at Broadway and Mercer Street. Fire Chief James Sylvester, Deputy Chief John West and Firefighter Thomas Stewart III perished in the fire along with three children. The girls — Claudia, Colletta and Alexandra Slack — also died

The unions for the career firefighters were demonstrating over a recent change in staffing made by Mayor and Council. The City said the change was necessary because the Fire Department as of August had used up this year’s overtime budget of $240,000 and had over expended that amount by $38,000. Firemen work 24 hours shifts. If someone is called in to replace a man who is out on sick leave the individual receives 24 hours of overtime pay.

An email sent out days before the event to rally members to turnout, read in part,

\”The members of Gloucester City Firefighter\’s and Superior Fire Officers Association F.M.B.A.\’s Local No. 51/251 have been fighting their city administration recently about the reduction of staffing. The city is moving in the direction of drastically reducing their staffing, solely to save money.\”

The public was asked the following question: Were the Gloucester City career firefighters right or wrong to hold a protest rally during the Heroes to Hero 5K Memorial Run. 

A total of 215 people from all over the United States (e.g. Iowa, Nebraska, Michigan, Florida, Arizona, Missouri, Connecticut, New York, Michigan, Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania) took time to cast a vote. The majority of the votes came from the immediate South Jersey area.

Also we received some 75 written comments on the subject. (see links below)

As for the unofficial straw poll, 35 percent or 75 people felt the Union firemen were Right to demonstrate, compared to 140 people or 65 percent who felt they were wrong.

Thank you to all for taking the time to vote and or to comment. We appreciate your input.———–Bill Cleary

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LAWRENCEVILLE—Rider freshman Margaret Ecke (New Egypt) was awarded Northeast Conference Rookie of the Week honors for games played October 15-21 it was announced by the conference office Monday afternoon. \”It is a well deserved honor for her,\” said head coach Lori Hussong. \”She just had an outstanding week in the games that she played.\”

Ecke, a 5-2 midfielder/forward had a goal and two assists last week as the Broncs posted two NEC road wins at Monmouth and Sacred Heart.

\”I’m very honored to represent my team,\” said Ecke. \”We’ve pulled together and the team as a whole has made me a better player. The comradeship has made our team more competitive as a whole.\”

Against the Hawks, Ecke made a defensive save in overtime and pushed the ball up the field, creating a penalty corner. Ecke then scored the winning goal with 52 seconds left in the first overtime in Rider’s 3-2 win. Ecke also assisted on the opening goal of the game, just 3:51 in.

At Sacred Heart, Ecke assisted on the eventual winning goal as Rider (9-8, 6-1 NEC) clinched the number two seed in the upcoming playoffs with a 3-1 win over the Pioneers.

\”She is getting better and better,\” Hussong added. \”Our team is getting better and better because of her play.\”

Ecke, a biochemistry major, is currently fourth in the conference averaging 0.24 assists per game. Ecke is eighth in the NEC in defensive saves with two.

\”It’s pretty rare for a freshman to break into the starting lineup right away,\” said Hussong. \”This year especially, we’ve had a lot of talented younger players that have played a lot of minutes and she is one of them. Our team is improving because of the play of all of the freshmen.\”

This marks the 22^nd time under head coach Lori Hussong that the Broncs have been honored with a conference Rookie of the Week award, including the fourth time this season. Freshman forward Michaela Franey (York, Maine/York) was honored by the conference in back to back weeks at the start of the season with rookie Amanda Barretta (Roseland/West Essex) honored the first week of October.

\”It’s a credit to the coaching staff that so many different players have been recognized,\” Ecke added. \”We work very hard together and put pressure on each other to become better players.\”

\”It is a credit to Dan [assistant coach Hussong] for the recruiting job that he does for us,\” Hussong said. \”He brought in a nice class for us and they all have been productive.\”

Rider hosts Fairfield in the final regular season game of the year October 25. The Broncs travel to Lock Haven for the NEC playoffs November 2-3.

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