Wanted: Suspects for Homicide in the 2nd District

The Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit is looking to identify the two male suspects, depicted in the following surveillance video excerpts, as part of an ongoing investigation into a homicide, that occurred on October 11th, 2025, at about 3:54 PM in the 1700 block of Teesdale Street. The two suspects were with a group of juveniles that may have been attending Northeast High School.

THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA IS OFFERING A REWARD OF $20,000 LEADING TO AN ARREST AND CONVICTION FOR EVERY HOMICIDE.

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Parks Department to Offer Kayaking 101 Class For Residents

 This summer, as part as a multistate effort to provide safe, affordable kayak instruction, the Camden County Parks Department will host a Kayaking 101 class at Newton Lake Park on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., kicking off National Safe Boating Week.

This national, volunteer-led initiative offers low-cost kayaking instruction at more than 40 locations across eight states, with Camden County serving as the only site in New Jersey. The program is designed to introduce beginners to paddling in a safe and accessible environment.

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How Weighted Toys Improve Pet Comfort and Behavior

Dogs communicate stress in ways that often frustrate their owners. Chewing furniture legs, barking at nothing, and pacing from room to room. These behaviors signal genuine discomfort that a regular tennis ball simply cannot fix. Weighted toys address this gap by applying gentle, consistent pressure against a dog’s body. The sensation mimics being held or swaddled, which naturally calms the nervous system. For pets struggling with anxiety, these specialized products offer relief that goes beyond distraction.

The Science Behind Pressure Therapy for Pets

Deep pressure stimulation started in human therapy rooms, but dogs respond to it just as powerfully. When evenly distributed weight presses against a dog’s torso or limbs, the parasympathetic nervous system activates. Heart rate slows. Cortisol drops. The body shifts from a state of alertness into relaxation.

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Cooley Fleisher marks 5,000 grocery deliveries with Food Bank, DoorDash

Today, Commissioner Jennifer Cooley Fleisher joined Assembly Majority Leader Louis Greenwald, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons, the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ), and DoorDash to commemorate 5,000 home deliveries in Southern New Jersey through Project DASH.

“This unique partnership between the Food Bank of South Jersey and DoorDash helps ensure that residents throughout Camden County have reliable access to nutritious food,” said Commissioner Cooley Fleisher. “The Board of Commissioners extends its deepest gratitude to FBSJ and DoorDash and congratulates them on this impressive milestone.”

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Gloucester Catholic Fr. Sullivan Alumni Golf Tournament June 15th

This year’s tournament will be held at the Pitman Golf Club on Monday June 15th. Registration will begin at 12 noon. A putting contest will precede the 1:30 shotgun start.

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Brooklawn Police Department Announce National Night Out

The Brooklawn Police Department is excited for our 3rd National Night Out, and we hope you are too!

National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

If you would like to get involved or be a food vendor, please email Detective Amber Nicholas at anicholas@brooklawnpolice.com.

Reading Terminal Market Is Named the No. 1 Public Market in America

Image courtesy Reading Terminal Market

Yes! For the third time in recent history, USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice has named Philly’s beloved Reading Terminal Market as the best public market in America.

The market nabbed the top spot in 2021 and 2022 and has regularly ranked in the top five — for good reason.

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Federal Maritime Industry Day May 12, 2026

Recalls and Safety Warnings

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.
Lil Pick Up Recalls Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Crash and Burn Hazards; Violates Mandatory Standard for ATVs; One Death Reported
More Details at CPSC.gov
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Gloucester Township Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing

Gloucester Township, NJ – A Gloucester Township man has been charged in reference to the fatal stabbing of his spouse this morning, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Gloucester Township Police Chief Anthony Minosse.

On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at approximately 2:25 a.m., officers from the Gloucester Township Police Department responded to a residence on the 100 block of Freedom Way in reference to a stabbing.  Upon arrival, officers entered the residence and encountered a male suspect, identified as 50-year-old Jerome Morris.  Officers observed Jerome Morris was holding a knife and was covered in blood.  He was taken into custody.

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