Patricia M. Pryzwara, of Gloucester City; Member of St. Mary\’s Parish; Catholic Daughters of America

Gloucester City – On December 29, 2019. Age 89. (nee Mischler). Loving and devoted wife of the late Joseph A. Pryzwara. Loving mother of Rita Johnson (Bohdan Anniuk), Patti Pryzwara (Ken MacAdams) and Frank Pryzwara (late Fran). Cherished grandmother of Max Pryzwara. Beloved

sister of Peggy Feil, Joan Storey (Dan), the late Judy McAree (surv. Fran), Bill Mischler (Leslie), Maureen Wexler (Larry) and Joey Mischler (Susan). Beloved sister-in-law of the late Adolf Pryzwara (late Ceil), the late Edward Pryzwara, Lillian Villanova (Emilio) and Dot MacLennan (late John). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and her beloved dog, Coco.

Pat was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court Giese 439 and a parishioner of St. Mary’s church in Gloucester City, where she taught CCD special education. Pat worked many years alongside her daughter, Patti at her salon in Haddonfield, China Clipper.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday morning January 4th, from 9 to 10:30 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11 AM in St. Mary’s Church, Gloucester City. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Msgr. Lucitt’s Needy Children’s Fund, P.O. Box 87, Gloucester City, NJ 08030 or St. Rita Of Cascia Parish, 1166 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19146. Please memo, Patricia M. Pryzwara.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Patricia M. Pryzwara. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City, NJ. Ph: 856-456-1142.

PART II: A Look at Gloucester City\’s Top Stories in 2019

PART I: A Look at Gloucester City\’s Top Stories in 2019

Dave Pollander Jr., Owner of Dave\’s Auto Repair & Towing; Age 58

Monday, July 01, 2019

David F. Pollander, Jr. (GLOUCESTER CITY NJ )(July 1, 2019)–Surrounded by his loving family, on June 28, 2019. Age 58. Of Gloucester City. Beloved son of the late Dave and Marlene Pollander. Survived by his…

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What\’s Gloucester City Jr Sr High School’s Equity Rating?

Thursday, July 04, 2019

To see the complete report for GHS click here Editor\’s Note: We reached out to Dr. Dennis Vespe, Gloucester City High School Superintendent and Sean Gorman, Gloucester City High School Principal for a response to…

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Meet the Congressman Defending Questionable Tax Breaks for a Company Connected to His Rich Brother

Tuesday, July 02, 2019

After multiple issues have surfaced with Holtec International’s New Jersey tax break application, Rep. Donald Norcross, its biggest congressional supporter (and the brother of a Holtec board member) is playing defense. by Susan Schmidt, special…

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Brooklawn\’s Police Chief Graduates from Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar

Friday, July 12, 2019

PRINCETON, NJ (July 12, 2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)–Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis (above, right)graduated from the Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar (MALEEDS) on June 14, 2019, in Princeton, New Jersey. The 27th session of MALEEDS consisted of…

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Dog Days of Summer in Gloucester City (video)

Tuesday, July 09, 2019

(GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(July 2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)–Our best buddy and friend, Peyton, enjoying a swim in the family\’s pool. RELATED: Gloucester City PETS ARE THE BEST PET TIPS ClearysNoteBook/youtube ClearysNotebook/youtube 64 videos

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Car Breaks Utility Pole, and Destroys Part of the Westville Lions Club Building

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

The Westville Lions Club building was hit by a car (Gloucestercitynews.net)(Westville, NJ)(July 16, 2019)—Last Thursday, around 1:30AM, a car coming from Almonesson Road onto Delsea Drive (Rt 47) struck a telephone pole and a road…

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Scott MacLennan, of Haddonfield, Dies Suddenly; GCHS and Maryland University Alumnus

Monday, July 15, 2019

Haddonfield – On July 10, 2019, Scott MacLennan, age 69, passed away suddenly at home. He was the son of the late William and Min MacLennan of Gloucester City. Scott worked for many years for…

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$30.1M in Local Freight Impact Fund Grants Released; Camden City $1.2M, Bellmawr, $800,000

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Program funds improvements to heavy truck routes on local roads (Trenton) – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) today announced $30.1 million in grants as part of the Local Freight Impact Fund program that…

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CNBNews JULY 2019 CHEERS & JEERS

Sunday, July 21, 2019

UPDATED/CORRECTED GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net photo)–The Gloucester Train Station is slowly rotting away. This recent photo was taken at the front of the building. Windows are all broken and boarded up. There is trash laying…

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Talking Catholic- Johnny Gaudreau

Thursday, July 25, 2019

July 19, 2019 In his five-plus years as a left winger for the NHL’s Calgary Flames, Johnny Gaudreau, a product of Gloucester Catholic High School, has established himself as one of the league’s stars. This…

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TREES BLOWN OVER; REPAIRS TO THE COW PATH; STRANGE BUT TRUE

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

CNBNews Tips and Snippets William E. Cleary Sr., | CNBNewsnet TREES COME TUMBLING DOWN (Gloucestercitynews.net)(July 23, 2019)—-A number of trees were knocked over Monday, July 22, during the heavy wind and rain storm that hit…

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Chalie \”The Clip\” Closes His Shop After 54 Year Career

Monday, July 29, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)–After 54 years of cutting hair longtime hairstylist/barber Chalie Huber, aka Chalie \”The Clip\” is retiring. Chalie, has been operating his business Shapes and Forms…

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Fred Kraft, Longtime Gloucester City Carpenter; Sunday School Teacher; GHS Alumnus

Monday, July 29, 2019

Gloucester City – On July 27, 2019. Age 82. Loving and devoted husband of 34 years to the late Mary Ellen Kraft, who passed away in 1995. Loving father of Linda (Richard) Stewart, Amy (John)…

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Authorities Investigating Homicide at Crescent Trailer Park

Thursday, August 01, 2019

UPDATED GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 1, 2019)– There was a murder at the Crescent Trailer Park, Route 130, yesterday (July 31, 2019). Asked about the incident Gloucester City Police Lt Steve Burkhardt said, \”There was…

Mrs. Gloria J. Hutchinson, age 92, of Gloucester City

Thursday, August 01, 2019

On July 31, 2019. Age 92. Of Gloucester City. Formerly of Wildwood. (nee Fiocca) Predeceased by her husband, Joseph Hutchinson. Survived by her children, Kitchy Cipolone (late Joseph), Francis “Joey” Hutchinson (Carole) and Michael Hutchinson…

Gloucester City Man Charged with KillIng Girlfriend

Thursday, August 01, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ–Gloucestercitynews.net—John Divetro, 51, of Gloucester City, was arrested and charged with stabbing and killing his girlfriend, Christine Madiraca, 52, on July 31, 2019. Gloucester City Police responded to a wellness check for the…

Brookers Win 30th NJ American Legion State Title

Friday, August 02, 2019

UNION, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 1, 2019)–Brooklawn Post 72 won its 30th State Championship on Wednesday, July 31 defeating Broad Street Park Post 313 by a score of 3-1 at Kean University\’s Jim Hynes Stadium Wednesday night….

Gloucester City Lady Brawlers Place 2nd in Eastern Nationals

Saturday, August 03, 2019

STERLING, VA–(Gloucestercitynews.net)-Gloucester City Lady Brawlers (12u) is fresh off a 2nd place finish at Eastern Nationals in Sterling VA July 18-21. They went 9-2 Head Coach- Ziggy Zearfoss Game 1 Brawlers won 5-0 vs. Lady…

Offering Home Buyers in Gloucester City and the Garden State More Affordable Opportunities

Monday, August 05, 2019

(Gloucester City, NJ)(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 5, 2019)–New Jersey residents pay the highest property taxes in the US, climbing annually to an average of $8,767 last year. Although taxes are a little lower in Gloucester City, they are…

American Legion Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament; Brooklawn 1-1

Friday, August 09, 2019

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DEVELOPING STORY: Human Skull Found in Gloucester City

Friday, August 09, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 9, 2019)–We received a tip earlier today about police activity in the 100 unit block of South Brown Street. A nearby neighbor said police were contacted after a human skull was…

Legion Baseball regionals: Day 3 recap

Saturday, August 10, 2019

RELATED: BROOKLAWN SPORTS THE AMERICAN LEGION We’re down to the penultimate day of the American Legion Baseball regional tournament and four teams remain in each region. There is one unbeaten team in each of the…

*VIDEOS: Army Lt. Colonel Jim Nicholson Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA (August 19,2019)—Army Lt. Col. James D.Nicholson of Gloucester City, New Jersey was laid to rest on Monday, August 19, 2019 at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors. Approximately 80 people (family and…

Steven Michael Belfiglio, of Yemassee, S.C; formerly of Gloucester City; Silver Star Recipient

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Steven Michael Belfiglio April 9, 1948 ~ August 12, 2019 (age 71) Yemassee, South Carolina (August 21,2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)– Mr. Steven Michael Belfiglio, 71, of Yemassee, entered into rest Monday evening, August 12, 2019. A former resident…

Gloucester City Police Respond to Calls About Dogs Allegedly Being Abused

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

by CNBNewsnet Staff GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 21, 2019)—We received several calls earlier today about dogs being mistreated in the 200 unit block of Morris Street. The callers asked that their names not be used…

Two Gloucester City Residents Arrested in Delaware for Selling Heroin, Oxycodone Pills

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Largest Federal Heroin and Fentanyl-Laced Seizure In Delaware History…street value $1M Ten Kilograms of Heroin and 14,000 Fake Oxycodone Pills Seized …over 1.4 million doses of heroin (Gloucestercitynews.net)-WILMINGTON, Del. (Aug 29,2019)– David C. Weiss, United…

Merryfield Construction Group Selects Clayton Family for Free Roof Giveaway

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Merryfield Construction Company is Completing Roof Restoration Project CLAYTON, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)- Merryfield Construction Group announced Clayton homeowners Frank and Wendy Errig as the recipients of its 2019 donated new roof installation. Through its Restoration by…

Gloucester City Business Matches Donations for New Bikes

Thursday, August 29, 2019

By Dawn Watson/CNBNews Contributor Gloucester City, NJ (August 29, 2019)–RiverPark Pub, located at 200 Jersey Ave in Gloucester City, is known for its community involvement. With the sudden rash of bicycles being stolen in our…

Ruth E. (Blake) Robinson, of Gloucester City, age 92

Saturday, August 24, 2019

Gloucester City – On August 21, 2019. Age 92. (nee Radlinger). Loving mother to eight “Blake” boys, Stephen (Kathleen), Dennis (Susan), Jerre (Linda), Timothy (Deborah), William, Andrew (Patricia), Hugh (Marge), John (Shelly), grandmother great grandmother…

Cold Springs School Complex Opened Today

Tuesday, September 03, 2019

UPDATED/September 4, 2019 Gloucestercitynews.net photo William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ—The Cold Springs School complex, Market Street and Cold Springs Drive, was the site of happy parents and students rushing about as…

CNBNews Cheers and Jeers July/August 2019

Monday, September 09, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr | CNBNews Editor CHEER- Fifty-eight years ago the Gloucester City Democrat mayor and council announced on November 4, 1961 the fourth tax cut for residents in five years. We admit we…

Ruth J. Birney, of Gloucester City; Life Member of VFW Post 3620 Ladies Aux.; GHS Alumnus

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Gloucester City – On September 9, 2019, (nee Cunningham) of Gloucester City, NJ, age 89. She was the devoted wife for 63 year to the late John W. Birney, Sr., loving mother of John, Jr….

Bellmawr Police Officer Anthony J. Franklin Accused of Fracturing Man\’s Orbital Bone

Thursday, September 12, 2019

BELLMAWR, NJ (Sept. 12, 2019)—Bellmawr police officer Anthony J. Franklin has been charged with aggravated assault for allegedly sucker punching Donald Walker at a wedding in May, according to a FoxNews 29 news report released…

Judith Woodhouse, Gloucester City; Longtime Cafeteria Work, Member of Trinity UMC

Friday, September 20, 2019

Gloucester City – On September 16, 2019 (nee Crisp) of Gloucester City, NJ, age 70. She was the beloved daughter of the late August and Dorothy Crisp, loving mother of Gregg Woodhouse, Tara Lyons (William),…

10 SJ Fire Depts. Receive $2.5M in Funding

Friday, September 20, 2019

Gloucestercitynews.net–CHERRY HILL, NJ (9-20-19)– U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today announced that ten local fire departments will receive a total of $2,561,133 in funding from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of…

Mark W. Breslin of Gloucester City Struck and Killed by Hit & Run Driver

Monday, September 23, 2019

Mark Breslin Killed by Hit & Run Driver CNBNews.net–West Deptford, NJ–(September 23, 2019)On Thursday, September 19, 2019 at approximately 9:37 pm, the West Deptford Police Department received a report of a hit and run pedestrian…

A Mom\’s Story on the Dangers of Marijuana

uesday, September 24, 2019

BY LORI ROBERSON | MOMS STRONG Shane (photo, right) was my first-born son who grew into a handsome 6’4” young man. He always seemed larger than life and he had a big heart, infectious smile,…

Thomas J. “Tut” Kilcourse, Gloucester City Mayor, Councilman, and City Clerk Succumbs

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (9-24-19)–Thomas J. “Tut” Kilcourse of Gloucester City died on September 21, 2019 at the age 92. Beloved husband of the late Roseann Kilcourse (nee Herbert). Devoted uncle of Marie (Bill) Johnson. Loving…

Authorities Seek Public\’s Help Identifying Brooklawn Bank Robber

Thursday, September 26, 2019

CNBNewsnet–BROOKLAWN, NJ (9-26-19)–The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and the Brooklawn Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man who robbed a bank on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. The suspect entered the Wells…

New Sign for \”Drag Way\”; Criminals Charged with Major Crimes Set Free; Brooklawn Super Wawa Opening Soon

Friday, September 27, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet EAST THOMPSON AVENUE RECEIVES A STREET SIGN–Employees from the Gloucester City Public Works were seen erecting a 15mph street sign at the intersection of East Thompson Avenue and South…

Gloucester City Mayor and Police Chief Concerned about Increase in Crime at Crescent Trailer Park

Tuesday, October 08, 2019

CNBNEWS photo William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 8, 2019)—There have been several high-profile crimes this year at the Crescent Mobile Home Park, 1400 Crescent Blvd. For example, Delaware authorities arrested…

Gloucester City PD Receives Financial Gift from Conrail for Safety Equipment

Thursday, October 10, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 10, 2019)—-The Gloucester City Police Department recently received a donation from Conrail to be used for purchasing safety equipment. John Higgins, superintendent of Conrail\’s South Jersey Terminal presented the check to…

Clare F. Ward, Lifetime Resident of Gloucester City, Succumbs at Age 97

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Clare F. Ward Surrounded by her loving family at home, On October 16, 2019 at the age of 97. (nee Gorman). Lifelong resident of Gloucester City. Loving wife of the late John Francis Ward. Loving…

Bellmawr Mayor Issues Statement on Tainted Drinking Water

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Editor\’s Note: The Borough was notified by the state on September 26, 2019 about the tainted well. Twenty days later, on October 16, the letter below was released to the public. The mayor said in…

IT AIN\’T EASY GROWING OLD

Sunday, October 20, 2019

UPDATED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet We visited a friend in a nursing home last week. She has Alzheimers Disease. Posted on the home\’s bulletin board was this poem about the terrible illness. Our…

Gloucester City History: Devlin\’s Haberdashery

Sunday, October 20, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ–Frank Devlin sent us this photo of his grandfather\’s haberdashery at 603 Monmouth street before the 1929 financial crash. Years later the store was the home of Pete Pellegrino\’s barber shop Pictured: Jack…

Margaret Tedesco of Gloucester City age 74; Employed by Gloucester City Schools

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Surrounded by her loving family, on October 21, 2019. Age 74, of Gloucester City. (nee Costello). Daughter of the late Francis Costello and Margaret Lubin. Loving wife of 47 years to Joseph E. Tedesco. Predeceased…

NJ101.5 Report Reveals 72 Drug Deaths in Gloucester City

Monday, October 21, 2019

(October 22, 2019)–Monday, New Jersey 101.5 released the first part of a four part report titled BATTLING ADDICTION. Between 2014 and 2018, the annual number of confirmed drug overdose deaths in New Jersey increased by…

Three Medical Marijuana Businesses Meet with Gloucester City Officials

Sunday, October 27, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews (GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 27, 2019)–The New Jersey Department of Health is presently reviewing three proposals/applications for medical marijuana facility to be built in the state in the near…

Lillian Watson Straub, (GHS Class of 1960) Inducted Into Camden County Sports Hall of Fame

Saturday, October 26, 2019

Lillian Watson Straub, formerly of Gloucester City, was inducted into the Camden Lillian Watson Straub with trophy (photo by Doris Cann) County Sports Hall Fame, on October 24, 2019. Starting at Gloucester City High School,…

Justin Fisher of Gloucester City Charged with Robbery of Stratford TD Bank

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Alleged Bank Robber Justin Fisher STRATFORD, NJ (October 30, 2019)–On October 28, 2019, Justin Fisher, 39, of Gloucester City, was charged in connection with a robbery that occurred in Stratford Borough thanks to tips from…

Charlie Bakely, Raised in Gloucester City; Long-Time Iron Worker, Former Westville Councilman, U.S Army Veteran, GHS Alumnus

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Charles C. Bakely William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ -(October 30, 2019)—Charles C. Bakely, of North Wildwood passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the age of 87. Charlie was born…

Videos: Camden City Not Rising says Film Producer

Monday, October 28, 2019

CNBNews (Camden City, NJ)–The video titled Camden Not Rising shows just a short version of some of the truths about Camden City, NJ. This City has been robbed by politicians as well as corporations claiming…

Where Did The Blood Come From At The Cedar Grove Cemetery?

Friday, November 01, 2019

UPDATED By William E. Cleary Sr.| CNBNews During our walk on Wednesday morning Peyton, my 5-year-old labrador, and I were surprised, to say the least, to see a puddle of blood in the grass laying…

Man Dies from Drug Overdose; Body Found on Lane Ave.

Saturday, November 02, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 2, 2019)–A man died from an apparent overdose near the intersection of Lane Avenue and Little Hunter Street around noon time today. According to a…

NJ Assembly Candidates Dilks and Pakradooni Say Opponents are Using their Campaign Slogan

Monday, November 04, 2019

Candidates Steve Pakradooni, (left)and Paul Dilks. Turnersville, NJ (November 4, 2019) – Paul Dilks and Steve Pakradooni, candidates for Assembly for the November 5th election were astonished at the sight of their slogan being used…

Dawn L. Rusk, of Gloucester City, age 48

Saturday, November 09, 2019

On November 3, 2019. Age 48. Of Gloucester City. Predeceased by her mother, Kathryn Rusk (nee Wrysec). Survived by her daughter Sophia Stuart; father, Harry Rusk; sisters, Donna Rusk (Richard), Denise Clifford (John) and Debra…

Team of Experts Perform Special Tasks to Preserve the Life of the Walt Whitman Bridge

Thursday, November 07, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ–The Walt Whitman Bridge weighs nearly 60,000 tons and is almost 12,000 feet in length and it takes a special team of experts to keep the iconic bridge clean and safe. Those experts…

Gloucester City\’s First Baptist Church Receives 10 Trees from NJ Tree Foundation

Monday, November 11, 2019

(CNBNewsnet)(Gloucester City, NJ) (November 11, 2019)-Saturday, November 9, the NJ Tree Foundation planted ten trees at the First Baptist Church and neighboring apartments on Monmouth Street in Gloucester City. Twenty-two volunteers came out to help…

GreatSchools.org Report on How Gloucester High School Students Do on College Entrance Exams

Friday, November 15, 2019

Here’s how Gloucester City Jr Sr High School students do on college entrance exams. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 15, 2019)–You know your child’s grades, but do you know if they’re prepared to succeed in college?…

Alleged White Supremacist from Brooklawn Charged with Wanting to Kill Blacks, Jews, and Gays

Sunday, November 17, 2019

UPDATED: Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis was asked if his department had any problems with Tobin recently. \”This was an FBI Investigation so as instructed, I will need to refer you to the FBI Philadelphia…

Harry G. \”Lil Har\” Wilson, Longtime Gloucester City Residen

t; Avid Car & Train Enthusiast; GHS Alumnus

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Nov. 19, 2019)–Harry G. “Lil Har” Wilson, age 81 of of Gloucester City passed away peacefully at home on Friday November 15, 2019. Harry was born in and had been a lifelong…

70 Plus Attend \”Ray Ford Old Timers\” Event in October

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 18, 2019)–The 70-some former athletes from Gloucester City High School and Gloucester Catholic High School had a great time October 18 at the newly reorganized second annual Ray Ford-Leon Harris, Sr….

New Jersey Crime Investigators Say Pagan\’s MC Expanding Into State; Total of 300 Members Plus

Monday, November 18, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews TRENTON, NJ–At a hearing in Trenton last month alleged members of the Pagan MC appeared before the New Jersey State Commission of Investigation to answer questions…

Rams Head Baseball Coach Announces Resignation; Cites Business Promotion for the Decision

Monday, November 18, 2019

UPDATED: Tussey posted the following statement regarding his resignation on his Twitter page; \”This is one of the toughest decisions I have had to make, but today (Nov 15, 2019) I have officially stepped down…

CNBNews Tips/Snippets: Growing Up Gloucester; White Supremacist a Fireman; Graffiti Problem in City

Sunday, November 24, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GROWING UP GLOUCESTER–Back in the day, everyone knew everyone in Gloucester City. In those days it wouldn\’t be unusual if you even knew some members of the outlaw Pagan\’s…

Dennis M. Brandt Jr., Gloucester City Fireman, GCHS Alumni

Friday, November 22, 2019

Dennis M. Brandt, Jr.\’s dedication shaped him into a loving father, son, decorated firefighter, a loyal friend and ball-busting brother. Unknowingly and unexpectedly, during the early morning of Tuesday November 12th, Dennis had been called…

Alumni, Friends of Gloucester Catholic to Be Honored

Friday, November 22, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ — Alumni and friends of Gloucester Catholic High School will be honored on Sunday, November 24, during the annual Communion Breakfast. The Alumni Association is pleased to announce the following award winners…

Gloucester\’s Game Lions – Rams OT

Thursday, November 28, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (Nov. 28, 2019)–The annual battle between our two neighborhood schools ended regulation tied a 6 – 6. After scoreless first quarter Gloucester Catholic High hit pay dirt first taking a 6 -…

Steve James of Gloucester City; Volunteer Fireman, City Worker, Youth Coach, GHS Alum

Friday, December 06, 2019

Steven Thomas James “Worm” Gloucester City – On December 4, 2019, Age 56. Cherished Son of the late William F. James and Rosemary James (nee Keoghan). Cherished Brother of Therese (Mike) Smollock, late William P….

Now That\’s The Christmas Spirit!

Thursday, December 05, 2019

By CNBNews.net Staff (GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(Dec. 5, 2019)——With all the turmoil in the world it is nice to hear some good news now and then. Kelli Sharp, (nee Pfeffer)recently shared just such a tale with…

Approval Given for Railcar Carrying Dangerous LNG to Gibbstown Port

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

GIBBSTOWN, NJ–(Dec. 9, 2019)–PHMSA has approved a Special Permit to Energy Transfer Solutions LLC, a New Fortress subsidiary. New Fortress is looking to build an LNG facility in Gibbstown, NJ. The permit requests authorization for…

CNBNews Tips/Snippets:

The Most Dangerous Schools; 542 Cities to Receive Infrastructure Grants

Sunday, December 08, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet BAD NEWS! A New Jersey State Department of Education report released in March 2019 list the names of the most dangerous schools in the 21 counties of the state….

Pa Governor Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of DelCo/Gloucester City Fireman

Friday, December 13, 2019

MORTON, PA (December 10, 2019)—Former Gloucester City firefighter Michael Malinowski died suddenly on December 3. Malinowski was a volunteer firefighter with the Gloucester City Fire Department from 1996 to 2015. A few years back he…

(Video) Fire at Roadway Inn, Gloucester City

Thursday, December 12, 2019

Philadelphia GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Dec. 12, 2019)–A fire Tuesday night, Dec. 10 at the Roadway Inn, Rt. 130 and Market Street, was quickly extinguished, according to https://6abc.com/ Fire crews arrived at…

Msgr. Thomas J. McIntyre, Supt. of Diocese Schools, former GCHS Principal, Rams Alum

Thursday, December 12, 2019

GLASSBORO, NJ (Dec. 12, 2019)–The Rev. Thomas J. McIntyre, age 77, of Glassboro, NJ, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Dec. 6, 2019. Rev. Thomas J. McIntyre Born in…

Frank Keith, Active in Brooklawn American Legion; Football, Baseball and Softball Coach; GCHS Alum

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Francis “Frank” J. Keith Brooklawn – On December 16, 2019. Age 57. Loving and devoted husband of 27 years to Joan Keith (nee Murphy). Loving father of Michael J. Keith and Emily E. Keith. Cherished…

Pa Governor Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of DelCo/Gloucester City Fireman

Friday, December 13, 2019

Video: How Did Political Boss George Norcross Acquire Waterfront Land in Camden City at Such Low Prices?

Thursday, December 26, 2019

The tower, located on the Camden City waterfront, is owned by George Norcross and two other partners who received a $245 million tax break (image courtesy of David L. Lewis/WNYC) CNBNews.net CAMDEN CITY, NJ (December…

Michael J. Gillen, Volunteer Member of Brooklawn Fire Dept/EMS; Past Member of Brooklawn Board of Ed

Thursday, December 26, 2019

Michael J. Gillen BROOKLAWN NJ–On December 23, 2019. Age 54. Of Brooklawn. Loving and devoted husband of 27 years to Margaret “Peg” Gillen (nee Spates). Loving father of Andrew and Mikaila Gillen. Cherished son of…

Dawn DiGiacomo Loved Life; Died Too Soon

Sunday, December 29, 2019

by William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 29, 2019)–—Funeral services for Dawn DiGiacomo will be held this afternoon starting 4 PM to 6 PM at McCann-Healey Funeral Home 851 Monmouth Dawn…

Linda Bittman, Gloucester City Employee, Member of School Board, Community Choir, 1st Baptist Church

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Linda Sue Bittman Gloucester City – Linda Sue Bittmann, 72, of Gloucester City, lost her battle with cancer on December 27, 2019. Linda was a long time resident of Gloucester City and an active member…

Camden City Closes the Year with a Homicide

Wednesday, January 01, 2020

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 1, 2019)–Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki reported a homicide that occurred in Camden on December 31, 2019. The Camden County Police Department…

photo courtesy of Epiphany Church

PART I: A Look at Gloucester City\’s Top Stories in 2019

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Scammer Sentenced: Woman Part of Group that Staged Car, Home Accidents for Insurance Payouts

source Department of Justice

Swerving to avoid a deer. Tripping over a dog and falling down the stairs. Losing control on a dark road and hitting another car. These all seem like strokes of bad luck.

FBI investigators, however, determined the series of “accidents” were scams designed to collect insurance payments. The elaborate ploy wasted first-responder resources and cost innocent homeowners, motorists, and taxpayers millions of dollars.

Sandra Talento and her family members were part of the long-running scheme staging accidents for insurance payouts.

“It was a tight-knit group of family and friends,” said Special Agent Ryan Butler, who worked the case out of the FBI’s Seattle Field Office. “They recruited others—often people they knew needed money.”

In the case of car accidents, the group would pre-arrange who would be the “at-fault” driver and who would be the “victim” driver. The crashes were staged at night, when there would be no witnesses. To increase the insurance claims, there were multiple passengers.

The scammers went to great lengths to make the passengers appear injured. Participants would also have their heads cut with razor blades or their bodies bruised in advance of the crashes. The group occasionally used car crash “victims” who had pre-existing but unaddressed injuries.

“Sometimes they would say, ‘If you need to get that knee or shoulder fixed, go along with us, and we’ll get it fixed for you,’” Butler explained.

After arriving at the hospital via ambulance, participants then lied about their symptoms and pursued as much medical care as possible.

“It’s all complete greed. And when the insurance companies make these payouts, it raises premiums for everyone.”

Ryan Butler, special agent, FBI Seattle

Talento herself often played a victim, using different names. She also ensured the other participants went to as many follow-up doctor appointments as possible. This drove up the value of the insurance settlements.

The insurance companies paid out large settlements to the participants—about $5.6 million over six years. They staged at least 33 accidents during that time frame, both in the Spokane area, where Talento lived, and in surrounding states.

FBI investigators worked closely with the National Insurance Crime Bureau to examine claims. Investigators also reviewed participants’ financial records. Lower-level participants agreed to cooperate with the FBI and plead guilty.

And while the participants were paid, Talento and her husband reaped most of the rewards. They lived a lavish lifestyle, owning a large home, fancy cars, and a yacht. The government will pursue asset forfeiture to recoup some of the couple’s ill-gotten gains.

“Fortunately, in this case we’re not aware of anyone being seriously injured in any of these crashes, and everyone was a willing participant,” Special Agent Butler said. “But it’s a dangerous practice, and it does happen where they will hit innocent third parties.”

Talento, 58, pleaded guilty to mail fraud, wire fraud, health care fraud, and related charges. She was sentenced to nearly six years in prison in November.

Her husband, the accused ringleader of the group, faces charges but is currently considered a fugitive, according to court documents.

“It’s all complete greed,” Butler said. “And when the insurance companies make these payouts, it raises premiums for everyone. The fake accidents also take police officers and EMTs away from real emergencies.”

Resources

Woman Sentenced to 70 Months in Federal Prison for Role in $5.6 Million Staged Accident Scheme

OFFICER DOWN: Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson, Shot and Killed During a Traffic Stop

Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson

Panola County Sheriff\’s Office, Texas

End of Watch

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Panola County, Texas

–Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson, age 28, was shot and killed while making a traffic stop on FM 10 near FM 2260 in Gary City at 2:00 am.

During the stop the driver suddenly exited the vehicle and opened fire with a semi-automatic rifle, shooting Deputy Dickerson six times. Nearby residents who heard the gunshots found Deputy Dickerson in the roadway. He was transported to a local hospital where he died a short

time later.

The subject who shot him fled to Shreveport, Louisiana, where he was apprehended by a police canine after being involved in a vehicle crash. He remains in custody awaiting extradition on capital murder charges.

Deputy Dickerson was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

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Officer Down Memorial page

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BREAKING NEWS

published Gloucestercitynews.net | January 1, 2020

Camden City Closes the Year with a Homicide

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 1, 2019)–Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki reported a homicide that occurred in Camden on

December 31, 2019.

The Camden County Police Department responded to reports of a man who appeared unresponsive in a vehicle on Morgan Boulevard in Camden at approximately 3:00 p.m. Officers located the victim, Nathaniel Brown, 51, of Lindenwold, in a vehicle suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.

Nathaniel Brown was taken to Cooper University Hospital where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 3:27 p.m.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and there is no further information being released at this time. No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Matt Barber at (856) 225-5166 or Camden County Police Detective Sean Miller at (856) 757-7042.

Information may also be emailed to

ccpotips@ccprosecutor.org

Released Wednesday, January 1, 2020.

Today\’s Mega Millions Jackpot $55,000,000

TRENTON (Dec. 30, 2019) – The Mega Millions jackpot has rolled to $55 million! James Carey,

New Jersey Lottery acting executive director, announced that in the Friday, Dec. 27, drawing, six players matched four of the five white balls drawn making each ticket worth $500. One of those tickets was purchased with the Megaplier option, multiplying the prize to $2,000. Moreover, 17,586 other New Jersey players took home $79,974 in prizes ranging from $2 to $800, according to Carey. The winning numbers for the Friday, Dec. 27, drawing were: 17, 34, 40, 63, and 64. The Gold Mega Ball was 24, and the Megaplier Multiplier was 04.

The next drawing will be held Tuesday, Dec. 31, at 11:00 pm. All New Jersey Lottery Mega Millions tickets must be purchased before 10:45 pm to participate in the drawing. Mega Millions tickets cost just two dollars; by adding the Megaplier option for an extra dollar per play, players can increase their non- jackpot winnings up to five times. Mega Millions tickets are sold in 46 participating jurisdictions. Drawings are held on Tuesdays and Fridays.

15TH ANNUAL FREE NEW YEAR’S DAY CELEBRATION RETURNS TO KIMMEL CENTER

JANUARY 1, 2020, 10AM–5PM

Celebrate New Year’s Day with FREE family-oriented entertainment all day and

the best view of the Mummer’s parade, free hot chocolate, brunch by Garces events,

prizes & more!

The Kimmel Center is hosting its 15th annual New Year’s Day Celebration, with free family fun all day. Attendees are invited to enjoy giveaways, hot chocolate, games, family-friendly activities, and a birds’ eye view of the Mummers Parade.

Tuesday, January 1, 2020, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Commonwealth Plaza inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

The FREE New Year’s celebration includes:

The Kimmel Center’s Resolution Wall, where guests are invited to write their 2020 New Year’s resolutions

A Garces Events FREE hot chocolate lounge with add-on toppings, as well as pop-up hot dog cart and cotton candy

Family-friendly fun including:

Face painting

10-foot-tall puppets Phil & Del Phila

Hula hooping by J-Hoop

Balloon art

Greater Philadelphia Paper Pholders Origami crafters

Organ demonstrations on the Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ in Verizon Hall

Ticket giveaways

A “prize” wheel

And more!

Commonwealth Plaza Stage performances, in chronological order:

11:00 a.m. –

PNC Grow Up Great

with the Give & Take jugglers stage show

12:00 p.m. – Liz Filios and The Very Fine Fleas (bluegrass meets indie rock)

1:00 p.m. – Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise ((MC/Poet/Songwriter connects with classically trained Harpist/Guitarist/Pianist)

2:00 p.m. – ILL DOOTS (hip-hop band and collective of artists, educators, and activists)

3:00 p.m. – Hip Hop Fundamentals (world’s only breakdance education company combining academic & social content with the world’s most dynamic dance form, generously sponsored by Red Bull)

3:45 p.m. – Creative Music Program Select Ensembles (high-school aged Big Band Jazz Combo)

4:25 p.m. – ShowStoppers AllStars (high-school aged Broadway-themed review)

Garces Events will host its one-of-a-kind “Broad Street Bash” brunch on the Tier 2 balcony. Guests can enjoy unlimited food and drink from 11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., while taking in some of the best views of the Mummers Parade in the city. Enjoy brunch classics such as assorted pastries, muffins and danishes, fresh fruit, and quiche; Garces favorites continue with signature Village Burgers, crispy fries, pizza, and a dessert station featuring assorted cookies, cupcakes, tarts, and brownies.

Garces will offer a cash bar beginning at 3:30 p.m. Tickets for food and drinks (bloody marys included) are available at

www.kimmelcenter.org.

“Broad Street Bash” pricing

Adults: $80

Designated Driver: $50

Kids 12 and under: $25

*Note, Volver will be closed to the public because of a private event.

The Kimmel Center Cultural Campus

Located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, our mission is to engage the region’s diverse communities with art through performance and education. Our Cultural Campus serves more than 1 million guests per year and includes the

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

, the

Academy of Music

, and the

Merriam Theater

–

representing more than 160 years of rich history for the performing arts along Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts. We are home to eight esteemed Resident Companies:

The Philadelphia Orchestra

Opera Philadelphia

Pennsylvania Ballet

The Philly POPS

PHILADANCO

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

, and

Curtis Institute of Music

. With nearly 9,000 seats per night, we are the region’s most impactful performing arts center, and the second largest in the country. Our Cultural Campus serves as a preeminent and inclusive place to enjoy exceptional experiences that reflect the spirit of our region by cultivating a creative and socially-responsible environment where our community shares experiences that are delivered with pride, integrity, and respect. As a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization, we collaborate on, present, and produce a broad range of relevant and meaningful events, we serve as an active gathering space for social and community events, we educate the region’s young people through access to quality arts experiences, and we provide support to artists in the creation of new work. TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is our proud sponsor of the Kimmel Center’s 2019-2020 Season. American Airlines is the official airline of Broadway Philadelphia. For additional information, visit

www.kimmelcenter.org

PATCO OFFERING FREE RIDES NEW YEAR\’S EVE

Free fares will begin at 8 p.m. on December 31

and run through 4 a.m. on January 1.

PATCO will offer free train rides for New Year’s Eve for the fourth year in a row. The free rides are aimed at offering a responsible, convenient travel option for those who wish to enjoy New Year’s Eve festivities.

The free rides will begin at 8 p.m. on December 31, 2019 and run through 4 a.m. on January 1, 2020. During those hours, station fare gates will be open to allow free passage. If a rider boards right before 4 a.m. and reaches their destination station after 4 a.m. when the fare gates close, they are asked to pick up the red phone located at the fare gates and a Customer Service Agent will open a gate to allow exit.

PATCO will operate a special holiday schedule on New Year’s Eve with 6-car trains running every 15 minutes from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 11:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.

PATCO thanks all of its customers and the community for the last 50 years and wishes everyone a healthy, safe and prosperous New Year!

Trains will operate on a special schedule on New Year\’s Eve & New Year\’s Day:

Tuesday, 12/31 | Eastbound & Westbound | New Year\’s Eve | All Day

Wednesday, 1/1 | Eastbound & Westbound | New Year\’s Day| All Day

Latest Newspaper Apps to Help You Stay on Top of the Latest (and Correct) News

Gloucestercitynews.net (December 31, 2019)–Keeping yourself updated on current affairs is ever so important. Not only does it let you spark a conversation at a gathering, but it also keeps you in tabs with the right information to make decisions in business. Nowadays, many people prefer reading their news on their mobile phones as opposed to newspapers. Personally, it was quite challenging to find an app that provided the news I was most interested in until I came across the link below:

List of Great Apps to Get the Latest News

Let’s explore some of them and identify how newspaper apps can be more useful than it seems.

Become more environmentally friendly by using newspaper apps

Newspapers work great in helping you keep yourself updated on the latest information. It also lets you be aware of the local news in your town too. For some, it has been a lifelong habit to read the newspapers on a Sunday morning while giving their kids a print copy of the comics. However, the cost of purchasing a newspaper has been continuously on the rise, especially because the price of paper has been increasing.

With more demand of online versions of these newspapers, the younger generation prefers to keep their hands clean from the ink emitted through the printed versions of newspapers but also consider it cheaper to keep up with the news through newspaper apps. A simple search online will give you a list of these apps which can be tailored to your interests.

Gather news from all around the world

Given that online or digital media has no geographical boundaries, it has provided easy access for news items to reach other countries in a cost-effective manner. If you have online friends from other countries, they are likely to share their local news to you as well. This way, it makes it much easier and faster to make yourself aware of the breaking news as and when it occurs. With newspaper apps and online newspapers, you can easily stay updated with world news. There are a variety of options from state-wide to country-wide news items that you could subscribe to online.

Additionally, unlike subscribing to print versions of newspapers that are going to create a huge mess in your house, you could subscribe to a countless number of mobile apps that are not going to hinder your physical space.

Motivate your children to stay up to date with current affairs

It’s important that you encourage your children to stay up to date on current affairs given that there are so many events taking place around the world every day. Constantly reading news articles is a great way to be aware of what’s happening locally and around the world too.

It is equally important to ensure that they read newspaper articles that are unbiased too. This is going to help children understand and make meaning of what they read to make their own decisions after having critically evaluated them. Certain newspaper apps also make it interesting for your children to read by structuring it in a manner that encourages to read the news even more. Therefore, look for an app that makes it child-friendly. A simple search through your phone\’s app store will help you find the ones that you are looking for.

Conclusion

Though print media still exists, many people are switching to online mediums of gathering daily news. This is mainly due to its convenience and the fact that it’s more environmentally friendly to do so. Furthermore, the newspaper apps provide a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to the various sections that you are personally interested in, in a clutter-free manner. Furthermore, you could also encourage your kids to read more news by downloading kid-friendly newspaper apps that make it interesting.

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The Benefits of Earning an MSN Degree

(Gloucestercitynews.net)(December 30, 2019)–The profession of nursing is one of the most popular healthcare professions in the United States. In fact, the

American Association of Colleges of Nursing

reports that there are 3.8 million licensed registered nurses (RNs) nationwide. Of that number, 84.5% are currently actively employed in nursing.

Even so, there is a widely accepted consensus that there exists a very real shortage of nurses in the workforce. This fact might lend itself to being an explanation as to why more and more students are applying to nursing school each year.

With figures and facts like that, those who wish to pursue a job in nursing might find themselves looking for ways to stand out from the crowd and make the most of their career. This is especially true for those who might not want to work as a general staff-nurse for the entirety of their career.

One of the best ways to broaden your possibilities when it comes to your career in nursing is to earn a Master of Science in Nursing, or MSN degree.

What is an MSN?

There are four types of degrees that fall into the category of Master of Science in Nursing. These are:

RN to MSN

BSN to MSN

ADN to MSN

ASN to MSN

As you can gather from the names, each type of program is designed to meet a nurse wherever they may be in regards to education level. The length and difficulty of each degree will be determined by the degree(s) already possessed by the student. Generally speaking, an MSN can take up to two years to earn.

While earning an MSN, nurses complete core nursing classes and clinical studies in addition to classes and study related to specific specializations. This is one of the main attractions of the MSN degree on the whole. The ability to specialize in a particular area of nursing isn’t really available to those who choose to stop their education at the bachelor level.

The goal of the degree is to prepare nurses for advanced practice roles within the various specializations in healthcare. Some of the more common specializations that you can select from include:

Gerontology

Midwifery

Nurse Anesthetist

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Family Nurse Practitioner

Orthopedics

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Nurses should consider an MSN as a stepping stone by which they can open up multiple different opportunities for their careers, especially if they want to go for further education.

Why Get an MSN?

Beyond the obvious benefits of being able to specialize in a particular area and advance a nursing career, there are many reasons why a nurse should consider going for an MSN. Not least of these reasons is the appeal of earning a higher salary.

For example, if you decide to work as a nurse anesthetist, you could find yourself earning

over $150,000 a year

. While that number refers to the highest earners with an MSN, on average a nurse will earn $12,000 more than those who only have a BSN.

Furthermore, anyone who desires to go on to earn any of the most advanced degrees offered in the nursing world should look into earning an MSN their first step. It is essential for a nurse to have an MSN if they hope to go on to earn a doctorate or a PhD in nursing. These degrees are more focused on the development and implementation of positive change in the nursing and healthcare communities on a grand scale.

Other career path options that become available to nurses with an MSN aren’t necessarily limited to direct-patient care. With an MSN degree, a nurse can choose to go into the administrative or clinical research sides of healthcare.

The benefits of earning an MSN degree aren’t limited to the individual nurse, either. Many experts credit the shortage of nurses in the workforce in part to a similar shortage of nurse educators. As leaders, nurses can act as educators and mentors, helping to advance the next generation of nurses as well.

Because of the skills gained through an MSN program, nurses become more equipped with the knowledge and abilities needed to act in more leadership-related roles. A community-wide effort by existing nurses to help further the careers of others can only help boost the healthcare industry on the whole and can contribute to the end of the nursing shortage.

How to Earn an MSN

The first step to take toward getting an MSN is to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This is your typical bachelor’s degree in nursing that can be earned by completing a four-year university course. More and more people looking to become nurses are opting to attend a four-year college for their initial nursing degree as opposed to going for a two-year degree, or an Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN).

If you are in the latter group and only have an ADN, you would need to find a bridge program, such as an RN-to-BSN program, so that you can complete your bachelor’s. After thism, you can then look into earning your MSN.

The good news is that once you have a BSN, there are several options that you can decide between for your MSN.

Online BSN to MSN programs

are great for nurses who are trying to maintain a full-time job while working toward their degree.

If the thought of online education doesn’t appeal to you, there are a vast amount of more traditional programs to choose from to earn an MSN.

Whatever your career aspirations are, a Masters of Science in Nursing can be extremely beneficial to reaching them. Not only that, but more nurses possessing such degrees can only lead to better and brighter things in the world of healthcare.

With so many accredited programs out there designed to meet nurses where they already are at in their education, anyone who wants to earn an MSN is sure to find the right degree that will help them make the most of their career in nursing.