Richard “Dick” E. Wright, 81, of Pine Hill

Surrounded by and in the loving care of his family, Dick passed peacefully at home in Pine Hill on September 24, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born in Camden, NJ, to the late Richard A. Wright and Frances Heade Wright, Dick was raised in Gloucester City, where he was a proud graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School, Class of 1963.

Dick began his career in the fire service in 1970 as a volunteer with the Gloucester City Fire Department. Over the course of his 34 years of dedicated service in public safety, he rose to the rank of Battalion Chief before retiring in 2004. He went on to serve as Fire Chief of Pine Hill for 21 years. Dick also served as Fire Inspector for Pine Valley and Building Inspector for Pine Hill and Lindenwold, continuing his commitment to protecting and serving his community throughout his career.

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Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal Ribbon Cutting

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and the Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) announced the ribbon cutting of the expanded and upgraded Liberty State Park Ferry Terminal in Jersey City, which serves millions of visitors to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island each year.

The $51.1 million project transformed the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Ferry Terminal, which has largely been unused since Liberty State Park was established in 1976, into a modern facility for future services that can support a multi-functional landing scheme, while preserving elements of the terminal’s history. A key feature of the project was replacing a sunken barge with a new pier structure and barge to accommodate increased maritime traffic and strengthen regional emergency response capabilities. In addition, the sunken barge was repurposed to create an artificial reef to support a healthy marine ecosystem off the Jersey Shore.

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Van Drew Urges FCC to Reject Verizon’s SJ Copper Cutoff

Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr urging the FCC to reject Verizon’s proposal to discontinue copper-based telephone service in parts of New Jersey, including Salem County.
“Many people in South Jersey still depend on these copper lines, especially in rural areas where cell service can be unreliable,” said Congressman Van Drew. “These lines are used for medical-alert systems, alarm monitoring, elevator phones, and dependable 911 access. I have heard the concerns from people across South Jersey, and I agree with them. I am asking the FCC to turn this proposal down and make sure residents are not left without a reliable option.”

Click here to read the letter.

Hayrides, Festivals & More

Put together your favorite fall looks and get ready for the fun, food and foliage that come with farm and harvest festival season in Greater Philadelphia.

Farms, fields, flower gardens, festivals and favorite attractions across the region serve up fresh air and autumn adventure this time of year, along with seasonal treats like apple cider donuts, pumpkin ales, fresh honey and homemade ice cream.

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Congressman Van Drew Provides Update on Storm Response

Congressman Van Drew provided an update on the ongoing response to the nor’easter impacting South Jersey and the work underway to prepare for recovery efforts.

“Teams are already in the district assessing conditions and damage, and that work will continue throughout the week,” said Congressman Van Drew. “In the coming days, I will be personally meeting with officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Army Corps of Engineers, including the FEMA Administrator and the Secretary of the Army, both in the district and on the ground. We are going to stay on top of this and make sure our communities get every federal resource and dollar they are eligible for. We have been through storms like this before. South Jersey is strong, and we will recover. My office will be there every step of the way.

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Leadership Interview: What’s Driving the Growth of Trash Daddy Dumpsters?

Growth in the dumpster rental business does not come from flashy advertising alone. Customers remember simple things: Did the dumpster arrive when promised? Was the pricing clear? Did someone answer the phone? Was pickup handled without creating another problem?

Those basic expectations are shaping the growth of Trash Daddy Dumpsters.

As more homeowners, contractors, property managers, and businesses look for dependable waste removal, the company has continued to focus on service, communication, and making dumpster rental less stressful.

In this leadership-style interview, we take a closer look at the ideas driving the company forward and what Trash Daddy Dumpsters is doing differently in a crowded industry.

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Medicaid Coverage Declined in 2025 for Second Year in a Row

Overall Medicaid coverage declined between 2024 and 2025 for the second consecutive year, reflecting shifts in Medicaid policy, funding, eligibility and enrollment processes that began in 2020.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2021 to 2026 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplements (CPS ASEC), Medicaid coverage rates rose from 2020 to 2021, didn’t change significantly from 2021 to 2023 and decreased from 2023 to 2025.

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Winslow Twp. Gas & Electric Assistance Event

Behind on Your Gas and Electric Bills?…Attend The Gas & Electric Assistance Program

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Location: Winslow Township Municipal Courtroom 125 South Route 73 Braddock, NJ 08037

Coffee With A Cop – Gloucester Township Police

MARK YOUR CALENDAR- Gloucester Township Police and Target Store Gloucester-Township / Starbucks presents Coffee With A Cop!

Next Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Target Store Gloucester-Township Store 487 Berlin Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville!

Enjoy a free cup of coffee and a chat with a Police Officer! Hope to see you there !

Diane M. Ottinger, 68, of Pennsauken

On September 21, 2026, Diane passed peacefully away at Jefferson Hospital in Cherry Hill, at the age of 68.

Diane was a longtime resident of Pennsauken. Loving mother of Diana Spavlik. Cherished grandmother of Eric Spavlik, Noel Fisher and Miranda Turner (Shaianne) . Adored great-grandmother of Isabella Perez (Bella) and Matilda Fisher-Burgos (Tilly).

Predeceased by her parents, Frank Donato and Laura Spavlik; brothers, Douglas Spavlik, Paul Spavlik, Michael Cutler and Mark Cutler; and the love of her life, Juan Serrano.