Author: William Cleary Sr.

Life long Gloucester City resident, born in 1944. Graduated from Gloucester Catholic High School Class of 1963. Attended Camden County College. Army National Guard 1964 to 1970. Activated in 1967 during the Newark Riots. Worked full-time at the Gloucester City Post Office from 1967 to 1978. Worked part-time at the Gloucester City News from 1965 to 1977. In 1978 I was named editor of the Gloucester City News and Camden County Record. Purchased the City News in 1985. In 2005 the paper was sold. In 2006 I established Cleary's Notebook. At the age of 81 I remain editor of Cleary's Notebook News writing commentary and reporting the news for South Jersey and Philadelphia regions.

FROM OUR DIGITAL MORGUE:

The Story Behind The Story: Daylight Savings Time Forever

First published Friday, March 18, 2022

by Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Contributor

The United States Senate has passed a bill submitted by Sen. Marco Rubio (R, FL) to make Daylight Savings Time permanent. Sen. Rubio made some valid points in his bill. During the standard time when evening comes at 5:00 p.m. crime rate is higher, people become depressed due to Seasonal Affective Disorder and for an unknown reason, people have more heart attacks. There is also the hope, optimistically, that with more daylight kids will spend more time outside getting exercise.

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X-Mayor Gorman’s Battle with Gloucester City PD

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Former Gloucester Mayor Gorman Fighting A Legal Battle With The City That Elected Him; Battle is Over City Police Department Records

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

(The following article published December 2006)—

Reporter’s Note: Since 2004, former Gloucester City Mayor Robert Gorman has been embroiled in a court battle with the City of Gloucester and its Police Department over information he believes should be released under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). During my research, I discovered a recent decision on these proceedings dated December 14, 2006. A link to that decision appears at the bottom of this article. I must warn you—it is quite lengthy.

According to the legal document, while Mr. Gorman was still Mayor of Gloucester City, unflattering material about him was posted on NJ.com. The document states that Mr. Gorman believed some of these posts were made by Gloucester City Police Officers, possibly while on duty at police headquarters. Apparently, during his time as Mayor, Mr. Gorman asked the Police Department to investigate these allegations. The document also states that “Mr. Gorman believed that the Gloucester City Police Department was trying to harm and/or harass him and now wants to review the results and status of the various internal investigations he requested while he was still mayor of Gloucester City.”

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HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!!

https://www.defensenews.com/video/2026/02/28/pentagon-releases-footage-of-us-fighters-ships-launching-operation-epic-fury

Earlier Saturday morning, February 28, 2026the war between the United States, Israel, and Iran began. The Pentagon confirmed that Iran’s Supreme Leader was killed as a result of the bombing, along with 40 other high-ranking Iranian officials. Memories of the United States War with Iraq, come to mind. Since the 1980s, U.S. military involvement in the Middle East has focused on maintaining regional stability, securing oil reserves, and combating terrorism, shifting from direct interventions—like the 1991 Gulf War and 2003 Iraq War—to, more recently, proxy warfare, drone strikes, and countering Iranian-backed forces. (Wilson Center +3)

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Resorts Casino Hotel Announces The NEW Tipsy Leprechaun Pop-Up, St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans, March Mania and More

March features funky spring decor and themes, unique drink specials, exciting entertainment, Taste of Atlantic City Menus, and more

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Visit Resorts Casino Hotel this March for NEW immersive experiences, celebrations, entertainment, and property-wide fun!

NEW! The Tipsy Leprechaun | Bar One | Opening March 6

Get “shamrocked” at The Tipsy Leprechaun, Resorts all-new pop-up bar taking over Bar One! From festive drink specials and live entertainment to over-the-top décor, this limited-time bar brings the luck of the Irish straight to the Boardwalk. Grab a drink, catch the vibe, and celebrate St. Paddy’s Day the Resorts way. Open March 6-31.

Signature drink specials at The Tipsy Leprechaun

Mint Chocolate Martini $14
Steel Blu Vanilla Vodka, Crème de Cacao White, Green Crème de Menthe, Half & Half, chocolate syrup & whipped cream garnish

Tipsy Leprechaun $14
Jameson, Melon liqueur, Pineapple Juice

Pot of Gold $14
Malibu Rum, Apple Pucker, Pineapple Juice, Sprite

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YouTube : Remembering Charlie Kirk

WASHINGTON DC (Cleary’s Notebook News)(February 27, 2026)–Last month, Cabinet members of the Trump Administration posted an inspirational tribute to their friend on YouTube. Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025. According to a Wikipedia article, Kirk was an American right-wing political activist. He was assassinated at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was scheduled to speak at an outdoor campus debate organized by Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization he co-founded and led. Kirk, age 31, was a close supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump and a highly influential figure in the MAGA movement.

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U.S. Men’s Hockey Team Wins Gold

Players of Team United States pose for photographs during the medal ceremony following the Men's Gold Medal match between Canada and the United States on day 16 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena on February 22, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) — **Johnny Gaudreau’s daughter Noa and son Johnny Jr. pose with Team USA after Olympic gold.**Credit : Gregory Shamus/Getty

(Milan, Italy)(February 22, 2026)(Cleary’s NoteBook News)-The U.S. Men’s Olympic Hockey Team paid a heartfelt tribute to the late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau on Sunday after securing the gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. In an emotional moment on the ice, players brought Gaudreau’s children—his daughter Noa and son Johnny Jr.—into the team’s post‑game celebration.

Gaudreau, who had been on track to make the 2026 Olympic roster, died in August 2024. His wife, Meredith, and his parents, Jane and Guy, attended the championship game and watched as the team honored his legacy.

Following Team USA’s dramatic victory over rival Canada, players carried Gaudreau’s No. 13 jersey onto the ice. Forward Dylan Larkin and defenseman Zach Werenski then brought Noa, 3, and Johnny Jr., 2, into the center of the celebration as the team posed for photos with their gold medals.

Larkin stood beside Johnny Jr.—who celebrated his second birthday on Sunday—while holding Gaudreau’s jersey aloft. Werenski held a smiling Noa as the crowd cheered.

Meredith Gaudreau accompanied the children to the game, joined by Gaudreau’s parents. Guy Gaudreau was visibly emotional after Jack Hughes scored the overtime game‑winner that clinched the gold for Team USA. The tribute served as a powerful reminder of Gaudreau’s impact on American hockey and the bond he shared with many of the players who took the ice in Milan.

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USA Hockey Honors Gaudreau brothers

USA Hockey Honors Gaudreau Brothers

Johnny Gaudreau’s daughter Noa and son Johnny Jr. pose with Team USA after Olympic gold.

Credit : Gregory Shamus/Getty

(MILAN, ITALY)(Cleary’s NoteBook News)(February 22, 2026)–USA Hockey is honoring the memory of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at the Olympics in Milan this weekend. According to the Associated Press, the U.S. is paying tribute to the brothers in their locker room at the Milano Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena. A blue No. 13 Gaudreau jersey hangs there as a reminder of the player known as “Johnny Hockey,” who was beloved by so many on the national team and beyond.

Image courtesy of 6ABC Action News

Johnny Gaudreau (31) and his brother, Matthew Gaudreau (29), died on August 29, 2024, after being struck from behind by a suspected drunk driver while riding bikes in Oldmans Township, New Jersey. They were killed on the eve of their sister’s wedding.

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Medford Village Bakery Grand Opening

Warren Tex Theckston of Gloucester City

On November 26, 2019. Of Gloucester City. Age 82. Born in Camden, he is the son of the late Howard and Caroline (Wiedeman) Theckston. Tex is survived by his loving children; Dorothy Passini (Dennis), Teresa Theckston, Jacqueline Sherriton (Brian), James Theckston; step-children, Gerald Sheridan, Eileen Nemeroff (Dave) and Kathleen Chiodi (John); grandchildren, Nichole, Nicholas, and Edward Sheridan, Daniel Theckston, Matt Nemeroff, Katherine Bradley, Olivia, Joshua, Jenna and Philip Sherriton: brother, Howard Theckston, Jr.; sister, Carol Monforte. He was predeceased by his wife, Jacqueline Theckston; step-children, Margaret Sheridan, Edward Sheridan, granddaughter, Heather Nemeroff and his brother, Norman Theckston.Mass of Christian Burial WAS celebrated on Saturday, December 7, 2019 in St. Mary’s Church, 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, where family and friends may visit from 10 to 10:30 am. Burial will be held at a private later date in New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Tex to help with his daughters needs thru:https://www.gofundme.com/f/diggers-for-teresa or sent to Mr. Frank Lopergolo, Detect America, 144 East Arbor Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360, Attn: Diggers for Teresa Theckston, or to her sister: Jacqueline Sherriton, 820 NW 120 Avenue, Plantation, FL 33325.Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Warren A. Theckston. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142

Tex was an entrepreneur in Florida and Gloucester City, NJ

Camden Diocese Reaches $180 Million Settlement with Abuse Survivors, More Than Doubling Previous Agreement

Thursday, February 19, 2026

The Diocese of Camden has agreed to pay $180 million to more than 300 survivors of clerical sexual abuse, marking one of the largest such settlements in New Jersey history and representing a significant expansion of compensation for victims who have waited years for justice. The agreement, announced Tuesday in a letter from Bishop Joseph A. Williams to diocesan clergy and faithful, more than doubles the $87.5 million settlement the diocese reached in 2022. The victim support fund will be financed through contributions from the diocese, its parishes, and insurance carriers following a protracted legal dispute. The settlement represents a breakthrough after years of contentious negotiations between the diocese, claimants’ attorneys, and insurance companies that had resisted earlier payment demands. The agreement must still receive approval from the bankruptcy court, as the Camden diocese has operated under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection since 2020.

A Long-Awaited Milestone

In his letter dated February 17, Bishop Williams acknowledged the profound significance of the moment for those who suffered abuse at the hands of clergy members. The bishop offered a direct apology to victims, calling their suffering the result of “grave sin and a devastating betrayal of the trust you placed in the Church that you loved.”

Years of Legal Battles

According to a statement from Lowenstein Sandler, the law firm representing plaintiffs in the case, the new agreement supplements rather than replaces the earlier settlement, bringing total compensation to victims to more than a quarter-billion dollars.

For the more than 300 survivors involved in this case, the settlement offers financial recognition of their suffering, though many advocates note that no amount of money can truly compensate for the trauma of childhood sexual abuse and its lifelong consequences.

Context and Implications

The agreement also reflects the ongoing financial and moral reckoning facing the Catholic Church as it continues to confront the legacy of clergy sexual abuse scandals that have spanned decades.

For more information, visit: https://cruxnow.com/church-in-the-usa/2026/02/diocese-of-camden-nj-reaches-180-million-abuse-settlement