Philly’s Most Festive Restaurant Craftsman Row Presents Miracle on 8th Street

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Philadelphia, PA – It’s the most wonderful time of year to be dazzled by the return of Craftsman Row Saloon’s Miracle on 8th Street Holiday Wonderland Christmas Pop-up – that is bigger, brighter, and even more over the top! Nationally recognized for creating one of the country’s most immersive, extravagant and super-sized holiday pop-up dining experiences, the beloved restaurant and bar is back with even more sparkle, flavor, and festive flair.

Owners and operators brother sister duo George and Vasiliki Tsiouris are thrilled to welcome back all the holiday merry-makers into the Christmas wonderland with twinkling lights, decorations and themed food and drinks at 112 S. 8th Street in Jeweler’s Row District. This year look for thousands more lights, garland, ornaments and FOUR over-the-top holiday milkshakes.

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Irene M. Levecchia, 85, of Bellmawr

Irene M. Levecchia, age 85, of Bellmawr, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on November 16, 2025.

Irene was a remarkable hand quilter involved with the Love Apple and Wenonah Depot Quilters, who found later joyful success trading fabric on eBay. She was previously self-employed as a palmist and personal chef.

Irene is predeceased by her beloved husband of 60 years, Tony, son Stephen, daughter Jean Boddingham, granddaughter Holly Boddingham, and brothers Ray, Jack, and Dan Swissler. She is survived by her sons Tony (Tomoko) & Tom (late Gail), grandson Bob Boddingham, great grandson Prince, sister Eva Rizzo, and many loving nieces and nephews.

In accordance with the deceased’s wishes, no service will be held. We invite you to please keep Irene and the family in your thoughts at this time.

New Film Explains Differences Between the Flu, a Cold and COVID-19

Similar symptoms can be difficult to discern and treat during respiratory virus season

Washington, D.C. (November 17, 2025)—Respiratory viruses like the common cold, influenza (flu), and COVID-19, are especially common during the fall and winter months. To help older adults and their families differentiate between these common illnesses, the Alliance for Aging Research released a new educational film, “Respiratory Viruses: Often More Than a Sniffle.”
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Similar symptoms can be difficult to discern and treat during respiratory virus season

Washington, D.C. (November 17, 2025)—Respiratory viruses like the common cold, influenza (flu), and COVID-19, are especially common during the fall and winter months. To help older adults and their families differentiate between these common illnesses, the Alliance for Aging Research released a new educational film, “Respiratory Viruses: Often More Than a Sniffle.”
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Cape May Christmas Pop-Up Jingle Bar Back at Harry’s with New Surprises

Cape May, NJ – Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille is kicking off the holiday season with the return of its popular festive Christmas pop-up, Jingle Bar, on November 14, 2025. Get ready to enjoy a cozy winter escape brimming with holiday cheer, twinkling lights, and a lineup of special events that will fill even the grumpiest Grinch with holiday spirit. This year’s Jingle Bar at Harry’s promises to be bigger and brighter than ever, with an expanded schedule, longer hours, an expanded cocktail menu, themed décor and exciting events to help you celebrate the most magical time of the year.

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NJ BLOOD SERVICES CALLS FOR BLOOD DONORS AHEAD OF THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

NEW JERSEY — New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS) is calling on community members to donate blood ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, a period when donations traditionally drop and hospital demand remains high. All who come to donate at any NJBS donor center or blood drive between Sunday, November 23rd and Sunday, November 30th will receive a festive long-sleeved t-shirt as a thank-you for helping patients in need. The holiday season is historically challenging for the blood supply, as school breaks, travel, and seasonal illness often keep regular donors from giving. Last year, NJBS saw nearly a 36% drop in blood donations during the week of Thanksgiving alone.

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Commissioners to Host Homeless Services and Resource Fair

Today, at 10 a.m., at the Cathedral Kitchen, 1514 Federal Street, Camden, the Board of Commissioners will be hosting a homeless services and resource fair to provide free necessary services to those in need. This fair will feature on–site showers and haircuts, breakfast and lunch, and access to several organizations to help individuals with employment, housing, legal support, and mental health services.

“Our homelessness resource fairs help to deliver critical wraparound services directly to people who are experiencing homelessness,” said Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Department of Health and Human Services. “This is just one step in towards our goal of ending homelessness in Camden County once and for all.”

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Grant Funding to Train Women and Minority Residents in the Construction Trades

NJDOL Announces $2.5 Million in Grants

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TRENTON –(November 12, 2025) The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) Office of Apprenticeship has announced $2.5 million in available funding through the New Jersey Builder’s Utilization Initiative for Labor Diversity (NJBUILD) Women and Minorities in Construction Trades grant program to support the training of minority and women residents of New Jersey in the construction trades.

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Your Type 2 Diabetes Prescription Might Be in the Produce Aisle

NEW MILFORD, NJ – For many, a type 2 diabetes diagnosis once felt like a daunting life sentence of dietary restrictions and medication. But a growing movement is shifting that perspective, empowering patients to find their best medicine not at the pharmacy, but in the grocery store. This “Food is Medicine” approach was on full display at a recent cooking demonstration, offering a taste of hope and practical skills for managing diabetes.

On what was World Diabetes Day, Friday, November 14, 2025, the team from Hackensack Meridian Health’s Molly Diabetes Education and Management Center and the Inserra Family Diabetes Institute joined forces with dietitians from Inserra Supermarkets. The event, held at the New Milford ShopRite, brought together patients, caregivers, and community members to learn how delicious, healthy eating can be a primary tool in the fight against diabetes.

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Camden County stores clear of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula

On November 8, Byheart Whole Nutrition voluntarily recalled two batches of infant formula following notification from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of a broader ongoing investigation into a recent outbreak of infant botulism. On November 11, the FDA requested a recall expansion to include all ByHeart infant formula on the market. ByHeart expanded its recall to include all ByHeart formula nationwide, including cans and single-serve sticks. Since then, the Camden County Health Department has worked diligently to ensure that all locations where the product is typically sold have cleared it from shelves.

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Below are projects scheduled on Camden County roads in Voorhees Township

Monday, November 17 & Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Cropwell Road & Kresson Road– 7:00am to 5:00pm. Kiely Civil, on behalf of South Jersey Gas, will continue renewing a gas main; there will either be a full road closure of Cropwell Road between Kresson Road & County Walk or a partial road closure southbound on Kresson Road between Cropwell Road & Centennial Boulevard.