A former surgical technician was charged with stealing roughly $2.5 million worth of medical supplies from a hospital in Camden and selling them for profit, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.
Marci M. Staub, 44, of Galloway, NJ was charged on April 1, 2026, with 2nd-degree Theft, 2nd-degree Receiving Stolen Property, 2nd-degree Distribution of Prescription Legend Drugs and 2nd degree Impersonation of a Representative of a Medical Organization following a six-month investigation.
Gloucester City Firefighter Settles Lawsuit for $45K
Written by William E. Cleary Sr.
JEER — To the ongoing dysfunction inside the Gloucester City Fire Department
A recently settled lawsuit revealed allegations of harassment, retaliation, and hostility toward an injured firefighter, ending in a $45,000 payout by the city. The details paint a picture of leadership problems that taxpayers shouldn’t have to foot the bill for.
The source for the $45,000 payout by Gloucester City is a March 27, 2026, report by Transparency NJ, written by open‑government advocate John Paff. The article details the settlement of a lawsuit filed by firefighter Kyle Jeffries, (photo) who alleged disability discrimination, harassment, and retaliation within the Gloucester City Fire Department. The city agreed to pay $45,000 to resolve the case — $23,804 to Jeffries for emotional distress and $21,196 for attorney fees.
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Key points from the documented settlement
The lawsuit stemmed from a June 2023 training injury and the firefighter’s subsequent treatment while on light duty. In his lawsuit, Kyle Jeffries, who began working for the department in 2014, alleged that he sustained a ruptured nerve in his spine leading to his left leg during a swift water training exercise in June 2023. He alleged that after reporting the injury and seeking medical treatment, he was placed on light-duty status but faced hostility from both supervisors and coworkers.
Allegations included hostility from supervisors, delayed workers’ comp paperwork, and retaliatory shift changes.
The settlement was finalized in August 2025, but publicly reported in March 2026.
The city did not admit wrongdoing, but paid the settlement to close the case. The mayor and council never said a word to the taxpayers who footed the bill for this case.
Beginning at 11 p.m. tonight, Thursday, April 2 until 5 a.m. Friday, April 3, the I-676 southbound Exit 1B to Collings Avenue/Collingswood and the Collings Road ramp to I-676 southbound are scheduled to be closed. The closures are necessary for saw cutting in preparation for upcoming drainage work. The following detour will be in place:
I-676 southbound Exit 1B to Collings Avenue/Collingswood Detour:
Motorists on I-676 southbound wishing to take Exit 1B will be directed to continue on I-676 southbound
Take Exit 1A to Route 130 North/Route 168 South/Camden/Trenton
Stay left to take the ramp to I-676 North/Camden/Gloucester
Stay right to take Exit 1 to Collings Avenue/Collingswood/Gloucester, back to Collings Road
Camden County has finally broken ground on the LINK Trail, a planned 34-mile paved shared-use route that will run through 17 municipalities from the Benjamin Franklin Bridge area to lower Winslow Township near the Gloucester County line. The first active stretch is the roughly one-mile segment between Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights. On paper, it’s exactly the kind of regional project South Jersey ought to be backing: practical, visible, and capable of linking parks, downtowns, neighbourhoods and existing trails into something people can actually use.
And that’s why it’s worth saying out loud that the LINK Trail could be one of Camden County’s smartest public investments in years. Not because it sounds nice in a press release, and not because every trail project automatically becomes a civic triumph, but because this one answers a real need. Safe places to walk and cycle are still patchy across much of the county. The LINK is meant to function as the spine of a wider county trail network, tying together urban, suburban and rural areas while feeding people towards parks, business districts and the broader Circuit Trails system. If it’s built properly, it changes how people move.
Camden County, NJ – A Burlington County man is facing numerous weapons offenses after more than two dozen firearms were seized following a two-month gun trafficking investigation, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.
Rodney Rodgers, 58, of Maple Shade is charged with 16 counts of 2nd-degree Transporting Firearms for Unlawful Sale, 15 counts of 2nd-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and six counts of 2nd-degree Certain Persons Not to Have Weapons.
Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of March 30 to April 3.
“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”
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PSE&G will be working on Hopkins Road from Monday, March 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound on Hopkins Road between Cornell Road & Carlisle Road.
At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media
Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, social media, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be hosting Town Hall Meetings monthly, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall will be announced soon. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please submit them and we will forward them to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.
The Camden County Board of Commissioners holds public Monthly Meetings at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, in Camden. This month’s Caucus Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14th, and the Monthly Commissioner Meeting is Thursday, April16th. These meetings are held to help the community stay up-to-date on county proceedings. Click Here to watch meetings online.
Take Camden County with you wherever you go! The Camden County App is our free mobile resource that serves as a one stop source for all of Camden County’s services, events, concerts, programs, weather alerts, and more. Stay connected on the go, available for both iPhone and Android. Click Here to download the app.
Camden County College will host its Spring Open House where visitors can meet with the Admissions team, learn about degree and certificate programs available, and take a campus tour to experience the college environment firsthand! The first open house is on Saturday, April 11th at the Blackwood Campus and the second is Saturday, April25th at the Camden City Campus, both events are from 9 AM to 11 AM. To learn more and RSVP, Click Here.
This gathering brings together Camden County landlords, property management professionals, service providers, and community leaders to explore partnership opportunities that expand access to stable housing for low-income and formerly homeless residents on Wednesday, April1st, from 9:30 AM to 12 PM at the Collingswood Senior Center. Refreshments will be available.
Community Resources, Mentoring, & Career Information
The Camden County Police Department is turning up the fun, continuing to host Open Gym Nights! Now in its 6th year, the Village Initiative, proudly supported by the Sixers Youth Foundation and the Cooper Foundation, is committed to empowering youth through mentorship and meaningful activities. Lace up and head to the Katz Center, 1725 Park Blvd, tomorrow, March 27th from 6PM to 9 PM for some music, games, and basketball! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Contact Lieutenant Luis Gonzalez at gonzalez358@camdencounty.com or call 201-564-8645 for more information. To learn more, Click Here.
