Camden County Police Department to Host Community Food Distribution

Police officers and volunteers will distribute food to Woodlynne families in need at Intersection of Cooper Avenue & Woodlynne Avenue, Woodlynne, at 11 a.m.

As part of the Department’s ongoing Unity Policing initiative, CCPD officers will be distributing non-perishable food items to individuals and families in need in Woodlynne community. As the holiday is quickly approaching many families are in dire straits facing food insecurity.

“No one should have to worry about putting food on the table this time of year,” said Chief Gabriel Rodriquez. “As a department, we are proud to help make the holidays a little better for those in need.”

WinterFest Ice Skating returns to Cooper River Park

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is excited to announce the opening of the WinterFest Ice Skating Rink at Cooper River Park for the 2025-2026 season.

WinterFest officially opens on Friday, Nov. 28, and will be open Thursday through Sunday until Feb. 22, 2025.

“Winterfest has become a beloved holiday tradition in Camden County, and we are thrilled to celebrate its 12^th year with our community,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Parks Department. “I invite residents and visitors alike to take part in this festive opportunity for outdoor fun at Cooper River Park, which has become premier attraction for visitors throughout the state.”

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THE GRINCH DESTROYS THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT AT GLOUCESTER TOWNE; WHY?

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 23, 2025) CNBNews Editor’s Note--Today, we received a complaint from a resident of Gloucester Towne who was upset about the destruction of Christmas decorations that the local community had put up. According to this individual, employees from the Public Works Department arrived at the site on November 21 and dismantled the holiday display. The resident claimed that the employees informed her that the order to remove the decorations came from Brian Morrell, the Chief of Police and City Administrator, as well as Mayor Dayl Baile. The resident expressed confusion over why such an order was given and noted that there had been no prior communication with the property managers or the residents regarding the removal of the decorations. “The people living here used their Social Security checks to pay for these ornaments and trimmings,” she stated. Additionally, she mentioned that the mayor and city council members were contacted on Friday, November 21, but as of today, Sunday, they had yet to receive a response.

Cleary’s Notebook News has submitted an OPRA request to the City’s Custodian of Records in order to seek transparency regarding the puzzling removal of festive decorations at Gloucester Towne. The resident we spoke with is a concerned resident who contacted us to share that for the past three years, residents have been allowed to adorn the area with holiday displays. The pressing question for city officials is: why are residents now prohibited from setting up their cherished Christmas decorations? What led to this unexpected change, and why were residents not notified of the new rules?

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Camden County roadwork projects

(Lindenwold, NJ) – Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of November 24 to November 28.

“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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Celebrate NJ Wine Month at Camden County Wineries

Calling all Wine Lovers! November is New Jersey Wine Month and Camden County wineries throughout the month will be hosting special events celebrating the rich flavors, passionate vintners, and beautiful vineyards that make our state’s wine scene truly special. From weekend tastings to winery tours, South Jersey has no shortage of places to sip and savor.

“Cheers to New Jersey Wine” will be accompany the clinking of glasses among the 60+ wineries and vineyards. Join the fun by using the following hashtags on social: #NJWineMonth #SouthJersey #CheersNJWine #NJWineTrail

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Three Men Arrested for Child Sexual Abuse Material

Camden County, NJ – Three Camden County men were arrested last month for crimes related tochild sexual abuse material (CSAM), reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

Investigations conducted by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crimes Unit, including task force officers from the Gloucester Township Police Department, Cherry Hill Police Department, Camden County Sheriff’s Office, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) – Cherry Hill, in collaboration with the Pennsauken Police Department and Pine Hill Police Department, led to the following defendants being arrested in October 2025:

· Paul Braunstein, 30, of Cherry Hill

· Jaiden Wilson, 19, of Pennsauken

· Ulrich Markiewicz, 22, of Pine Hill

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Cooper University Health Care Honors 2025 Armed Forces Persons of the Year Recipients

(Camden and Cape May Court House, NJ) – Cooper University Health Care proudly announces the 2025 Armed Forces Persons of the Year honorees, recognizing outstanding Cooper team members whose military and civilian service exemplify dedication, integrity, and compassion. Winners of the award are nominated by their colleagues.

This year’s recipients include Dana O’Donnell from Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional and co-honorees Dennis Perez and Erasmo “Rico” Rivera from Cooper University Hospital in Camden.

The honorees were recognized during Cooper’s annual Veterans Day celebrations, with ceremonies held at both Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional on Monday, November 10, and Cooper University Hospital in Camden on Tuesday, November 11. The celebrations are among Cooper’s most honored Veterans Day traditions, bringing together team members, veterans, and active military members to recognize those who have served our nation and continue to serve through their work in health care.

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CCPO Promotes Five Veteran Supervisors and Detectives

Camden, NJ – Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay is pleased to announce the promotions of five veteran members of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.

On November 5, 2025, Captain Jose Rosado, Lieutenant James Brining Jr., Lieutenant Jenna Gamble, Sergeant Allison Dubé-Smith, and Sergeant Tanner Oglivie were sworn-in by Prosecutor MacAulay before Chief of Detectives Robert Ferris, Deputy Chief of Detectives Randall MacNair, and Chief of Staff Michael Mangold.

Captain Rosado will supervise the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, Megan’s Law Unit, Trial Team Unit, Grand Jury Unit, Juvenile Unit, and Community Engagement and Outreach Unit. He began his law enforcement career as a police officer at the Lawnside Police Department in 2006 and later worked at the Barrington Police Department. In 2014, he joined the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office as a detective and served in the Narcotics Unit, Homicide Unit, Special Victims Unit, and Domestic Violence Unit. In 2021, he was promoted to sergeant and served with the Grand Jury Unit, Homicide Unit, and Special Victims Unit. In 2024, he was promoted to lieutenant and oversaw the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, and Megan’s Law Unit as well as served as the coordinator for the Child Abduction Response Team (CART) and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT).

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Lindenwold Man Charged with Murder in Delayed Homicide

Lindenwold, NJ – A Lindenwold man has been arrested and charged for a delayed homicide following a June 2025 assault that resulted in the death of another man two months later, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy Jr. Wilmer A. Velasquez-Orellans, 37, is charged with first-degree Murder in the death of 42-yearold Alvaro I. Reyes-Rizo of Lindenwold. On June 13, 2025, at approximately 4:58 a.m., officers from the Lindenwold Police Department were dispatched to the Pinewood Estates apartment complex on the 500 block of East Gibbsoboro Road in Lindenwold for a report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from an injury to the head. He was transported to Cooper University Hospital for treatment. During the investigation, detectives obtained surveillance video that captured a suspect – later determined to be Velasquez-Orellans – striking the victim in the head with a club-like weapon during a physical altercation.

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Emergency Food Distribution Today at Camden County College

Ahead of the food distribution at 3 p.m., area leaders will hold a press conference at 1 p.m. at Camden County College, Blackwood Campus, lot 6, 200 College Drive, Blackwood, to discuss the impact of the government shutdown on Camden County residents. Volunteers will be packing and organizing food to be distributed.

Details: In response to the government shutdown and severe delay in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, the Camden County Board of Commissioners will host an emergency food distribution event today , at Camden County College, to assist SNAP recipients and federal employees impacted by the shutdown.