Commercial Fishing in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Approved

The Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument was established by Presidential Proclamation, under the authority of the Antiquities Act. Commercial fishing was prohibited within the monument via Presidential Proclamations 9496 and 10287, respectively. In 2024, NOAA Fisheries incorporated the Monument boundaries and commercial fishing prohibition into the regulations at 50 CFR 600.10 and 600.725(x). This rule conforms U.S. fishing regulations to the Presidential Proclamation Unleashing Commercial Fishing in the Atlantic, which removed the prohibition on commercial fishing within the Monument. Commercial fishing is allowed within the Monument, consistent with all other applicable regulations, including the implementing regulations for the New England Fishery Management Council’s Deep Sea Coral Amendment, found at 50 CFR 648.373, as follows:

Commercial red crab fishing anywhere within the boundaries of the Monument;
Commercial Atlantic Highly Migratory Species and pelagic fishing anywhere within the boundaries of the Monument; and
Bottom-tending gear to be fished in the portion of the Monument that does not overlap with the Georges Bank Deep-Sea Coral Protection Area, including trap/pot gear, otter trawl, dredge, etc.

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Camden County Preparing for Nation’s 250th Birthday Celebration

Revolutionary War reenactors will be on site along with the colonial Town Crier to set the landscape for the celebration of the 250^th birthday of the United States of America.

During this season of seminal events the Camden County Commissioners are preparing for the nation’s 250^th Anniversary, the FIFA World Cup, and a variety of other events throughout the year. Today, April 8 at noon, at Wiggins Waterfront Park, 2 Riverside Drive, Camden, the Board of Commissioners will join local leaders to announce the schedule of events for South Jersey 250, a coordinated regional initiative commemorating our nation’s 250^th birthday. To enhance and improve the county’s ever expanding park system, the Commissioners, their local partners, and stakeholders are planning to amplify and activate the most used green spaces throughout the county for the foundation for many of this year’s events.

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Nellie Pou Accused of Push to Flood NJ with Illegal Mail-In Ballots

Pino condemns Pou’s demand for USPS to defy federal election security; Slams GOP Primary Opponent’s Silence on Protecting Legal Voters

Rosie Pino, four-term local elected official and Republican candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 9th District, today issued a sharp rebuke of Nellie Pou and New Jersey Democrats following their formal demand that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) ignore federal executive orders aimed at securing the nation’s mail-in ballot system.

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Russell McDonnell, 63, of Bellmawr

On April 4, 2026, at the age of 63. Of Bellmawr. Formerly of Blackwood. Predeceased by his parents, Joseph A. and Ethel May McDonnell (nee Chamberlin). Survived by his girlfriend, Marie Dunn; sisters, Kathleen MacDaniels and Colleen McDonnell; brothers, Joseph McDonnell, Daniel McDonnell and Patrick McDonnell; step-children, Bobby, Ashley and Adam; nephews, Richard, Steven, William, Russell, Eric, Jason, Frankie and Joseph; nieces, Valerie and Jamie; grandchildren, Codie, Peyton, Brianna, Christopher, Maximus and Derick. Predeceased by his nephews, Kerry and Tommy.

Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Friday afternoon, April 10th from 2 to 3:30 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Family and friends will share stories of Russell beginning at 3:30 PM in the funeral home. Interment will be private.

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Officer Involved Shooting/Overnight Incidents

Please note that the following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues.

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at approximately 7:14am, two 18th District Philadelphia Police Officers responded to a radio call for a person with a weapon and a report of a family being held hostage on the 5400 block of Webster Street. Preliminary investigation indicates the 911 call originated from a phone registered to the decedent.

Upon arrival, the uniformed officers observed a male (later identified as the decedent) on the front porch of a residence. The officers, Officer #1 and Officer A, exited their RPC, at which point the male brandished a firearm, and raised the handgun in their direction. The officers took cover and issued multiple commands for the male to drop the weapon. The male discharged one round from his weapon. At that point officer #1 discharged her service weapon one time, striking the male.

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Jefferson Health Recognizes South Jersey Team Members

Jefferson Health has announced its latest New Jersey recipients of the DAISY Award, an international recognition program that honors nurses for their extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care, and recipients of the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award, which recognizes non-nursing staff who work alongside nurses to likewise enhance the patient experience. Recipients are selected by Jefferson’s Clinical Recognition Committee in New Jersey to celebrate team members who go “above and beyond” in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

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HOME COUNTRY: We have a master gardener in our family.

We have a master gardener in our family. Two, actually. My wife, Catherine, and her identical twin, Eleanor. These women spent a whole year studying stuff like how to grow things that you’d like to have and how to avoid growing things that turn your stomach.

Catherine is really active in the group and volunteers to find volunteers. Hey, you can ask. She loves doing it, and I’m kinda an occasional tag-a-long.

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How Casinos Not on GamStop Manage Player Accounts and Access

Online casino alternatives to GamStop (UK) online Casinos have been growing rapidly since the introduction of GamStop. More and more players are opting for new ways to gamble. A big part of this trend towards new methods of playing comes from new types of gambling companies. UK casinos not on gamstop provide players with additional flexibility and allow players to regulate their own play.

Because of this growing trend toward new types of gambling companies, many players are turning away from traditional systems of gambling. Therefore, it is essential for anyone contemplating gambling through online casinos without self-exclusion to learn about the structure of these companies, including registering for an account, verifying their account, making withdrawals, and accessing the responsible gambling features. It helps them make more informed decisions.

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Exploring the Potential of Metaverse Technology in the Online Casino Industry

The innovative Metaverse technology has not yet gained widespread acceptance in online gambling. However, several applications for gamblers are already under development or in the concept phase. As far as VR in games not on gamstop for UK players is concerned, things are definitely going to get exciting in the coming years.

What Is Immersion & What Does Immersive Mean in Virtual Reality Gaming?

The term “immersion” is used scientifically to describe astronomical conditions, but is otherwise less common. However, an immersive effect is increasingly emerging, especially in VR gaming. The word “immersion” comes from Latin and means something like ” to plunge in” or “to embed.” The definition of immersion thus aptly describes the desired effect in VR gaming. It’s about being as deeply immersed as possible in virtual reality, which can be particularly well experienced in online gambling.

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Virtua Health & POWER 99 Radio to Host Free Health Festival

The We Health Fest will feature celebrity DJs, free health screenings and education, prizes and giveaways, kids’ activities, refreshments & more

Virtua Health and POWER 99 FM will host a free health festival on Saturday, May 9, in Camden.

The “WeHealth Fest” will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at Virtua Primary Care – Camden, located at the Oliver Station community at 1800 Davis Street. The building is next to the Ferry Avenue stop of the Patco Hi-Speedline.