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Camden County GOP Announces County Candidates
Ambrosino: “2020 marks the 100
th
anniversary of women winning the right to vote and I am proud to announce a slate of candidates that happens to be all women.”
HADDON HEIGHTS (February 27, 2020)–– Camden County Republican Chairman Rich Ambrosino announced the county slate of GOP candidates today.
“2020 is the 100
th
anniversary of women winning the right to vote and I am proud to announce a slate of candidates that happens to be all women,” Rich Ambrosino said. “Our county candidates are, for Surrogate former Haddon Heights School Board member and Attorney Kimberly Stuart. Freeholder candidates are former Haddon Heights Councilwoman Jennifer Moore and Johanna Scheets, a board certified Behavior Analyst. Minister Nicole Nance, BBA rounds out the team running for the unexpired Freeholder term.”
Ambrosino continued, “On the stump our candidate in the First Congressional District, Claire Gustafson, discusses 2020 being the 100
th
anniversary of women winning the right to vote and the importance of supporting strong women for office, which fits perfectly with our organization’s efforts in recruiting more women as part of our work to diversify the party. I am proud of the team we have assembled.”
“To be clear, we did not choose an all-woman slate for the sake of choosing women, we don’t practice identity politics,” Ambrosino said. “We chose a group of strong, powerful women who are leaders that Camden County voters will be proud to vote for because they will make excellent elected officials.”
published Gloucestercitynews.net
Virtua Surgeon Performs 1,000th Robotic Surgery
Medical milestone underscores Dr. Arthur T. Martella as national leader in his field
Perfectly timed with American Heart Month, Arthur T. Martella, MD, recently performed his 1,000
th
robotic-assisted heart surgery. He is among an elite group of surgeons, nationally and internationally, to achieve this milestone.
“The people of South Jersey are fortunate to have a surgeon as skilled and experienced as Dr. Martella performing such advanced procedures so close to home. When Virtua and Lourdes came together last year, we considered the cardiothoracic program, led by Dr. Martella, to be among the most important and complementary services we could now offer to a wider community. Dr. Martella’s achievement reinforces our belief that Virtua and Lourdes are truly better together,” said Virtua Health Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer Reginald Blaber, MD, FACC, MBA.
As chief of cardiothoracic surgery at
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, N.J.,
Dr. Martella strives to provide the highest quality outcomes through the least invasive methods. His clinical outcomes demonstrate the advantages that robotic surgical systems provide to both providers and patients. For surgeons, the robotic equipment offers greater flexibility, visualization, and precision – which often benefits patients through less pain, reduced risk of infection, faster recovery, and minimal scarring. Dr. Martella and the Virtua team perform common, though highly complex, robotic procedures, including mitral valve repair or replacement, lead placement for pacemakers and defibrillators, and coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
“I am proud to have had the opportunity to improve the patient experience by offering an option that allows patients to get back to their lives sooner,” said Dr. Martella. “It’s wonderful to be recognized for 1,000 surgeries, and I look forward to the next 1,000.”
About Dr. Martella
Dr. Martella is a leader in the use of robotics in cardiothoracic surgery. He has been chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital since 2011, during which he led the specialty to national recognition. He is board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery.
Prior to joining Lourdes Health System (now Virtua Health) in 2011, Dr. Martella was an attending cardiothoracic surgeon at Phoenixville, Brandywine, Pottstown, and Mercy Fitzgerald hospitals, and served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Martella is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of multiple medical societies, including the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association, and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He serves as a member of Johnson & Johnson’s Professional Education Advisory Board.
Dr. Martella received his undergraduate degree from Columbia University and his MD from Jefferson Medical College. He performed a surgical residency and internship at Montefiore Medical Center/Einstein College of Medicine and completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Rochester. He has authored numerous publications and has presented his research at national and international medical conferences.
About Cardiothoracic Surgery at Virtua Health
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital is the leading cardiothoracic surgery program in South Jersey and serves as the central location for Virtua Health’s cardiovascular program. Over the years, the program has received a variety of awards for its outstanding quality care. Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital was included among Watson Health’s list of 2020 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals. In November 2019, the hospital received the highest ranking, an A, in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade report. In June 2015, the
New York Times
featured Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital as a national model in the effective and swift treatment of heart attacks. For more information, please visit
www.virtua.org
or call 1-888-VIRTUA-3.
Virtua Health, Inc. maintains systems for protection of electronic information, which are the property of Virtua Health, Inc. and are to be used for legitimate business purposes. You shall at all times protect and maintain the confidentiality of your user name and password and shall not disclose them to any third party. You are responsible to comply with the regulations and security rules set forth by HIPAA and Virtua Policies regarding the protection of data & confidentiality. Excessive use of systems for any reason other than legitimate business purposes is prohibited. Virtua Health, Inc. monitors all system transactions. No right to privacy exists when using Virtua Health, Inc. systems at work or when accessing Virtua systems from a personal computer or other device. Virtua Health, Inc. has the right to monitor, access, review, audit and disclose information obtained through Virtua Health. Inc. systems, including email, without advance notice to and/or without consent. All users of Virtua Health, Inc. systems are required to notify the IS Help Desk if they become aware of any misuse. I confirm that I have read this acknowledgment and understand
*Pine Hill PD Accepting Applications for Police Officer and SLEOII
PINE HILL, NJ (February 27, 2020)–The Pine Hill Police Department is
initiating the recruitment process for the positions of Police Officer and SLEOII. The Department is currently seeking to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies within our agency with energetic, dedicated and hardworking individuals who are currently PTC certified Police Officers or are in the process of obtaining their certification. PTC certified SLEOII Officers who are within three years of their certification date and capable of obtaining a PTC waiver for Police Officer will also be eligible for consideration.
The Pine Hill Police Department is a proactive police agency, with members who are dedicated to fulfilling the community’s expectations of professional and community oriented police services. Currently the Pine Hill Police Department has twenty-two sworn full-time officers with specialized units including; Detectives, Police K-9, Special Response Team, Critical Incident Negotiations, LEAD and Task Force Officers. The Pine Hill Police Department provides comprehensive and proactive police training covering all aspects of modern policing.
The Pine Hill Police Department will be accepting Module I Applications and resumes from interested candidates from 8:00AM on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 until 4:00PM on Friday, March 13, 2020.
Module I Applications may be obtained at the Pine Hill Police Administration Building or by email request to
confidential@pinehillpd.com
.
Interested candidates are required to provide upon submission of the Module I Application and resume; a copy of their BCPO or SLEOII PTC certificate, and a copy of their valid photo identification.
Module I Applications, resumes, and required documents will be accepted at the Pine Hill Police Administration Building between the hours of 8:00AM and 4:00PM or by email to
confidential@pinehillpd.com
during the same time period.
Candidates must be able pass the following;
Physical Ability Test
Oral Interview
Medical Examination
Psychological Examination
Drug Screening
Background Investigation
It is the policy of the Borough of Pine Hill to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment on the basis of fitness and merit without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, political affiliation, handicap, sex, age, or sexual or affectional orientation except where age is a bona fide occupational qualification.
Address/Location
Pine Hill Police Department
48 West 6th Avenue
Pine Hill, NJ 08021
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 856-783-1549
Obituary: Elizabeth Hiddeman, of Stratford
Stratford – On February 17, 2020. Age 96. Services and Burial will be private.
Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Elizabeth Hiddemen. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through:
McCANN–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME,
Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142
*The Camden County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau
Did you know that any school, library, civic organization, gardening club within Camden
County can request a speaker. The Camden County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau will be glad to come out this winter or spring to give a talk.
The list of available talks and the request form is on our website,
https://mastergardenerscamdencounty.org/speakers-bureau/
New Jersey American Water to Start Annual Spring Cleaning
Water main flushing begins this month and continues through the fall
New Jersey American Water’s Travis Serles flushing a hydrant in the company’s Delran service area. (Photo Credit: New Jersey American Water)
CAMDEN CITY, N.J. – FEB. 26, 2020 –
Beginning March 2 and into the summer months
,
New Jersey American Water
will perform the annual cleaning of its water distribution system to ensure customers continue to receive high-quality, reliable water service. Flushing the system helps to clean out any buildup of mineral deposits and sediment inside the pipes. The company also flushes its hydrants to make sure they are operational and to check fire flows in the system.
Flushing involves simultaneously opening fire hydrants in a specific area to create increased water flows. The service areas and dates when flushing begins are posted at www.newjerseyamwater.com, under
Alerts
.
While water mains are being cleaned, customers may notice short periods of low water pressure or discolored water. If customers experience temporary water discoloration, New Jersey American Water recommends running the cold water until it is clear. The following steps are also encouraged:
Draw water for cooking prior to the flushing period.
Store a large bottle of water in the refrigerator for drinking.
Check for discolored water before using the washing machine or dishwasher.
If water pressure or water volume seems low after flushing has been completed, check faucet screens for trapped particles.
In addition to
viewing the schedule
on the company’s website, customers also have the option to be updated on the local flushing schedule via phone call, text or email by enrolling in New Jersey American Water’s CodeRED customer notification system at
www.amwater.com/myaccount
.
About New Jersey American Water
New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.8 million people. For more information, visit
www.newjerseyamwater.com
and follow New Jersey American Water on
and
.
About American Water
With a history dating back to 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to 15 million people in 46 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to make sure we keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit
amwater.com
Altman sells out Cory Booker Says James Beach & Barbara Holcomb
Last week, instead of standing with New Jersey\’s progressive champion Cory Booker, paid political protester and lifelong Republican Sue Altman decided to stand with his opponent.
Cory has been a persistent advocate for South Jersey and true progressive in the Senate on issues such as civil rights, social justice, and environmental protection. When Donald Trump abused his power as President, Cory stood up to Senate Republicans and fought for a fair impeachment trial. We are proud to support Cory Booker for another term in the Senate and disappointed that Altman once again put her personal political calculations ahead of reelecting one of the most progressive leaders in New Jersey. Although we find Altman\’s stance disconcerting, it is unsurprising considering she failed to vote for Cory Booker in 2013 as he became our first African American United State Senator from New Jersey. In fact, Altman failed to vote in the Primary Elections for Democrat candidates Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, John Kerry, Barbara Buono, Jon Corzine, and Jim McGreevey because she had been a lifelong registered Republican.
Sincerely,
James Beach & Barbara Holcomb
Gloucester City PD Issues Road Closures/Parking Restrictions for St. Patrick\’s Parade
February 25, 2020
On Sunday, March 1
st
. the 5
th
. annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will begin on Johnson Blvd. at Monmouth Street at 1:00 pm.
The parade will proceed west on Monmouth Street to King Street, then south on King Street to Cumberland Street.
In order to accommodate the parade, the following road closures/ no parking will be in place from 10:30 am until the Highway Dept. finished sweeping the parade route following the parade. When viewing the attached maps, all streets highlighted in yellow are closed to traffic and parking.
Streets highlighted in pink are open, but parking is prohibited.
Monmouth St. closed from Johnson Blvd. to King St.
Johnson Blvd. closed between Highland Blvd. / Klemm Ave. and Bergen St.
Brown St. closed between Somerset and Bergen Sts.
Somerset St. closed at Johnson Blvd.
Kathryn St. closed at Johnson Blvd.
Frances St. closed
Highland Blvd. closed between Baynes Ave. and Greenwood Ave.
Klemm Ave. closed between Johnson Blvd. and Rosalind Ave.
E. Brown St. closed between Frances St. and Sparks Ave.
Sparks Ave. closed
Baynes Ave. closed between Johnson Blvd. and Barnaby Ave.
S. Railroad Ave. closed at Monmouth St.
N. Railroad Ave. closed at Monmouth St.
Library Parking Lot closed at Monmouth St.
Champion Rd. closed at Monmouth St.
Sussex St. closed at Monmouth St.
Burlington St. at Monmouth St.
Willow St. closed at Monmouth St.
The following parking restrictions will be in place from 10:30 am until 3:00 pm:
Klemm Ave. between Rosalind Ave. and Sylvan Ave.
Rosalind Ave. between Klemm Ave. and Highland Blvd.
Baynes Ave. between Market St. and Barnaby Ave.
King St. between Monmouth St. and Cumberland St. (west side only)
Signs will be posted and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation.
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Helen E. Comber (nee Karschies) of Runnemede
Helen E. Comber (nee Karschies) of Runnemede, formerly of Barrington. Age 84.
Beloved wife of the late Richard Sr. Devoted mother of the Richard Jr. (Betsy), Frank (Diane), Mark (Barbie) and Helene (Matthew). Loving grandmother of 17 and great grandmother of 9. Dear sister of Hildegard Lipschutz and Elizabeth Gilles. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
There will be a visitation from 9am to 11am Monday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Memorial Service 11am at the funeral home.
Inurnment New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.
Donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.