PART I: A Look at Gloucester City\’s Top Stories in 2019

Brooklawn\’s Two Street Stompers Ready for New Year\’s Day; Their Theme is \”Mummers University\”

Monday, December 31, 2018

BROOKLAWN, NJ (CNBNewsnet)(December 31, 2018)–Brooklawn\’s Two Street Stompers held their last practice Saturday and are looking forward to their annual march in the Philadelphia Mummers Parade on New Year\’s Day. This is their 41st parade….

Westville Joins Gloucester County EMS

Tuesday, January 01, 2019

Westville is the 21st town to join GCEMS Westville Twp., NJ) – Gloucester County Freeholder Director Robert Damminger and Freeholder Deputy Director Giuseppe \’Joe\’ Chila announced today that beginning on December 28, 2018, Gloucester County…

Blue Jackets Forward Eric Robinson off to strong debut season as a pro

Wednesday, January 02, 2019

Robinson is a Bellmawr resident; Gloucester Catholic Alumnus; Princeton U graduate Rookie forward called up to Columbus on Monday by Jeffrey Svoboda @JacketsInsider / BlueJackets.com (December 31, 2018)–It took Eric Robinson the usual two hours…

Three Females Beat and Rob Gloucester City Man

Friday, January 04, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (January 4, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–Gloucester City Police on December 30 at 12:04 AM responded to a call regarding a fight involving a male and three females. The call came from a residence in the…

Jah’vi Brown, age 1 Last Seen in Bellmawr; Decomposed Body Found in Camden City Alleyway

Friday, January 04, 2019

UPDATED/Corrected Jah’vi Brown, age 1 CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 4, 2019)(GloucesterCityNews.net)–On October 11, 2018, a badly decomposed body of a child was found in an alleyway near the 800 block of Mount Ephraim Avenue in…

HOAGIE HEAVEN CLOSES; OWNER RETIRING

Saturday, January 05, 2019

photo credit CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY,NJ (January 5, 2019)(CNBNewnet)–Hoagie Heaven, located at the intersection of Broadway and Hunter Street, has closed down. Owner Pete Prelas said after 21 years he decided to shutdown his business and…

Carmen Palmierio Basketball 64th Consecutive Season

Sunday, January 06, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 6, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–Gloucester City Basketball opened 2018-2019 season this weekend with 8 travel teams and 12 teams playing in the Carmen Palmierio Basketball In House League. Watch travel teams Friday nights with…

Argia S. Horwell of Westville; former Court Clerk for Borough of Westville

Sunday, January 06, 2019

CNBNews graphics file WESTVILLE, NJ (January 6, 2019)– Argia S. Horwell (nee Sabetta) of Westville peacefully passed away Wednesday January 2, 2019 surrounded by family. Beloved wife of the late Samuel. She was born in…

Joanne E. Naphys, Mt Ephraim Celebration Committee Pres. ; American Cancer Volunteer

Monday, January 07, 2019

Joanne E. Naphys Joanne E. Naphys (nee Magrisi), on January 5, 2019, of Mt. Ephraim, formerly of Philadelphia. Age 71. Beloved wife of William J. Naphys, Jr. Devoted mother of William J. Naphys, III (Kait),…

Cause of 1-Year-Old\’s Death Homicidal Violence of Undetermined Etiolog

Thursday, January 10, 2019

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 10, 2019)–On January 9, 2019, the Gloucester/Camden/Salem County Medical Examiner, Dr. Gerald Feigin, ruled the cause of death of Jah’vi Brown (photo) was Homicidal Violence of Undetermined Etiology. The investigation remains…

Drunk Driver Hits Fire Hydrant Causes Hazardous Road Conditions in Gloucester City

Thursday, January 10, 2019

UPDATED: The name of the driver charged with this drunk driving accident by Brooklawn Police is Robert Meddings of Bellmawr, according to Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis After the fire hydrant was hit by the…

Gloucester City Police Respond to 14 Traffic Accidents over 6 Days

Friday, January 11, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (JANUARY 11, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–1/4 (1:53 pm) Ptl. Bob Saunders III responded to the Budget Inn on Rt. 130 for a burglary report. A patron of the hotel reported cash and jewelry were stolen…

1777 Gloucester Town and the Battle of Gloucester Presentation January 16

Sunday, January 13, 2019

Image Colonel Joseph Ellis house Colonel Joseph Ellis was in the Second Gloucester County militia regiment. When the British occupied Gloucester Town, this house would be used by Lord General Cornwallis while in Gloucester Town….

CNBNews CHEERS AND JEERS

Monday, January 14, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet CHEER—Here in Gloucester City our new mayor, Dan Spencer, had a rousing swearing-in ceremony held at the Gloucester High School auditorium last week. The celebration began with CNBNews graphics…

Daniel M. “Chick” Capobianco, Bellmawr Resident, Police Employee, Area Bartender

Friday, January 18, 2019

Daniel M. “Chick” Capobianco Bellmawr, NJ (January 18, 2019)– On Thursday, January 17, 2019. Age 85. Loving husband of 64 years to Dolores E. (nee Griffin). Loving father of Denise Best (late John), Daniel M….

20-Year-Old Fatally Stabbed in Gloucester City

Friday, January 18, 2019

CNBNews graphics file GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 18, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–Camden County Prosecutor Mary Eva Colalillo and Gloucester City Police Chief Brian Morrell reported a homicide in Gloucester City last night. Gloucester City Police responded to reports…

Law Enforcement Responds to Shooting at Motel 6 in Brooklawn; 35-Year-Old Philly Man Wounded

Sunday, January 20, 2019

CNBNews graphics file BROOKLAWN, NJ (January 20, 2019)—Brooklawn Police along with personnel from the Camden County Prosecutors Office responded to a shooting Saturday night just before midnight at the Motel 6 property on Crescent Blvd….

Former Gloucester City Mayor William James Dies Suddenly; Funeral Services Pending

Monday, January 21, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (January 21, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)—Gloucester City Police Department released the following statement this afternoon regarding the sudden CNBNews graphics file death of former Gloucester City Mayor William James. The mayor served on the City…

Bill James, The Longest Serving Mayor in Gloucester City\’s History Dies Suddenly

Monday, January 21, 2019

UPDATED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (January 21, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)William P. James, the former mayor of Gloucester City passed away suddenly earlier today, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Camden. James was…

Brooklawn Mayor Branella, Council Members McCleary & McConnell Take Oath of Office

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

BROOKLAWN, NJ (CNBNewsnet)–Congratulations to Mayor Teri Branella, Council President Julie McCleary and Councilwoman Trish McConnell who were sworn in for another term during the Borough of Brooklawn\’s Reorganization meeting which took place earlier this month…

Joel Martinez, of Camden City Arrested in Connection with Fatal Stabbing in Gloucester City

Thursday, January 24, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 24, 2019)–Joel Martinez, 18, of Camden, was arrested and charged in a connection with a stabbing that killed Alexander Medina on January 17, 2019. Gloucester City Police responded to the 700…

WATCH VIDEO: Gloucester City Mayor William P. James Funeral Possession

Friday, January 25, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 25, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)-The hearse carrying the body of former Mayor/Deputy Police Chief William P. James moves down Monmouth Bill James Street from McCann-Healey Funeral Home to…

Person of Interest Wanted in Connection with Shooting at Motel 6, Brooklawn

Friday, January 25, 2019

Security camera photo BROOKLAWN, NJ (January 25, 2019)–Authorities are looking for this person of interest as she may have information about the shooting at the Brooklawn Motel 6 on January 19. A Philadelphia man, who…

Charles “Bud” W. Gallagher, Sr. Past Councilman; Lions Club/Sportsman Member; Korean War Vet

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Charles “Bud” W. Gallagher, Sr. Gloucester City – On January 25, 2019. Age 87. Predeceased by his loving wife, Gertrude C. Gallagher (nee Brown); daughter, Linda Gallagher; parents, Frances Zoble Gallagher and Joseph Gallagher and…

Update on Stabbing; Johnny & Guy Gaudreau; Convenience Store Cited; Fire Hydrant Repaired

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

CORRECTED/UPDATED CNBNews Tips and Snippets William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet UPDATE ON STABBING IN GLOUCESTER CITY-The first degree murder charged filed against Joel Martinez, 18, of Camden, who was arrested in connection with the…

Albert Carino Basketball Club:

2019 SJ Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees

Thursday, February 07, 2019

CHERRY HILL, NJ (January 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–The Albert Carino Basketball Club of South Jersey has announced their selections to be inducted into the South Jersey Basketball Hall of Fame on Sunday, February 10th. Bill Hiltner, Chairman of…

Fire in the 200 Unit Block of New Jersey Road

Sunday, February 10, 2019

BROOKLAWN, NJ (February 10, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)–A fire in the 200 unit block of New Jersey Avenue, broke out this morning at approximately 11:30 A.M. The cause of the fire, which is located in the rear of…

Former 1st Methodist Church May Become High-End Apartments; Park Ave RR Crossing Upgrade

Sunday, February 10, 2019

CNBNews TIPS AND SNIPPETS William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor APARTMENTS PROPOSED FOR METHODIST CHURCH BUILDING—Plans to renovate the former First Methodist Church at 220 Monmouth Street into a multi-housing apartment complex have been…

Part 1: Early History of City of Gloucester City

Monday, February 11, 2019

The Tercentenary Committee formed by Gloucester City Mayor Louis A. Kelly in January 1962 William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)–The year 1964 was the 341st anniversary of the State of New…

Part Two:

Early History of The City of Gloucester City: Hugg\’s Tavern and The Marriage of Betsy Ross

Tuesday, February 12, 2019

originally published 1964 Hugg’s Tavern This relic of Colonial days was recently demolished to make room for a public park on the river front at Gloucester City (New Jersey). It vied in olden times with…

Part Three:

Early History of The City of Gloucester City: The Battle of Gloucester; Frigate Augusta

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

originally published 1964 Battle of Gloucester Tuesday, November 25, 1952 was the 175th anniversary of the Battle, and sometimes referred to as the skirmish at Gloucester. Here are some of the events that led up…

PART 4: Early History of The City of Gloucester City: Fire Dept./Police Dept./Water Dept.

Monday, February 18, 2019

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED 1964 GLOUCESTER CITY FIRE DEPT. An ordinance to establish a fire department in Gloucester City was passed by Common Council July 5, 1878. It was signed by Mayor William H. Banks, President of…

Gloucester Catholic Welcomes Rev. Raymond Vijandre, AM, as Director of Catholic Identity

Monday, February 18, 2019

comments closed GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 2019)—-Gloucester Catholic welcomes Rev. Raymond F. Vijandre, AM (photo) on board for the second semester working as Director of Catholic Identity. Fr. Raymond is a member of the Alagad…

Carly Todd Named Gloucester Catholic Softball Coach

Monday, February 18, 2019

By gostrum / Comments are Disabled GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ –Former standout athlete Carly Todd (photo) has been selected as Gloucester Catholic’s new head softball coach, GCHS Athletic Director Pat Murphy announced. Carly’s assistant is Mrs….

PART 5: Early History of The City of Gloucester City: Bill Thompson, The Duke of Gloucester

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

William J. Thompson GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ–(Originally published 1964)–(CNBNewsnet)–William J. Thompson (aka The Duke of Gloucester) was born in County Derry, Ireland, October 15, 1848. His father was Patrick Thompson. Fourteen generations of the family were…

Evan W. Taylor, Age 75, formerly of Gloucester City; GHS Class of 1962; Funeral Services Private

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

UPDATED Evan William Taylor III GHS ALUMNUS Class of \’62 GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)(February 19, 2019)–Evan William Taylor III, a former resident of Gloucester City passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019. He was 75….

CNBNews OPINION: IN NJ HIGHER TAXES ARE FORCING PEOPLE OUT OF THEIR HOMES

Thursday, February 21, 2019

William E Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor/publisher This past year two elderly families who lived in the *Riverview Heights section of Gloucester City were forced to move because they couldn\’t afford to live in their…

Joyce R. Countiss, Past West Chester College Professor; Boat Captain, GHS Alumnus

Friday, February 22, 2019

Barefoot Bay, Fl (February 22, 2019)–Joyce Ruth Countiss, Ed.D,. of Barefoot Bay, Fl., passed away peacefully on Saturday, Joyce R. Countiss (1961 GHS Alumnus) February 16, after a brief illness. Born December 7, 1943, she…

James D. Nicholson, A Man Who Lived a Fascinating Life

Saturday, February 23, 2019

UPDATED with photo and links to related articles Jim Nicholson (CNBNews file photo) William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor/Publisher \” I like to think that my obituary is already being written in a lot…

PART 6: Early History of The City of Gloucester City: The Brick Building; Library; Rotary Club

Sunday, February 24, 2019

Building at King and Monmouth The three-story brick building now standing on the northeast corner of Monmouth and Kings Streets has an old historic background. The first person known to occupy the building was Dr….

OPINION: WHERE IS THE PUBLIC OUTCRY?

Monday, February 25, 2019

Senior Citizen image courtesy of Jean Norton William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet UPDATED/CORRECTED Gloucester City mayor and council passed an ordinance on second reading Feb. 21, 2019 to exceed the municipal budget limit up…

Gloucester City Police Respond to Unconscious Male Report Find Cumberland County Fugitive

Saturday, March 02, 2019

CNBNewsnet | March 2, 2019 GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ –Earlier this week Gloucester City Police responded to the Highland Park section of the City to investigate a report of an unconscious male. The suspect was under…

4th Annual Gloucester City Irish Parade a Success

Sunday, March 03, 2019

CNBNewsnet | March 3, 2019 GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ –Camden County Freeholder Bill Moen was this years Parade Grand Marshall for the 4th Annual Gloucester City St. Patrick’s Day Parade held today, Sunday, March 3. The…

WE NOMINATE JIM NICHOLSON

Monday, March 04, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet Gloucester City High School is accepting nominations for their Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. Requirements: Must have graduated at least 10 years ago; The individual must be successful in…

Ronald P. King, of Gloucester City; Member of Local 19 Sheet Metal Workers; Celtic Bartender

Thursday, March 07, 2019

Ronald P. King Surrounded by his loving family, on March 5, 2019. Age 53. Of Gloucester City. Loving father of Frankie King and Kimberly King. Cherished son on Joseph and Margaret “Peg” Tedesco. Beloved brother…

Part 9: The Early History of the City of Gloucester City: 1845 Mail Delivery Begins; A City is Born; 1st Boy Scouts

Friday, March 08, 2019

The first Gloucester City post office was established on July 28, 1845 at the southeast corner of King & Market Streets with William C. Mulford as the first postmaster. It is now the site of…

South Jersey Times ice hockey: Gloucester Catholic surprised in 2018-19, future bright

Saturday, March 16, 2019

By Clyde Hughes | For NJ Advance Media For a coach who is losing the school\’s all-time leading scorer to graduation, Gloucester Catholic second-year boys ice hockey coach Tom Bunting sounded pretty chipper about the…

Gloucester City Mayor Urges GCHS Alumnus to Support Philanthropy Week (watch video)

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Mayor Dan Spencer Message Philanthropy Week from Gus Ostrum on Vimeo. Related: Gloucester Catholic High School Rams Alumni Gloucester City gloucestercitynews.net | March 20, 2019

The Part 11:

The Early History of the City of Gloucester City: The Settlement; Industry: The Bleachery

Thursday, March 21, 2019

The Permanent Settlement In 1661, another group of colonists from Dublin, Ireland, under the leadership of Robert Zane, arrived at Gloucester Point aboard “Ye Owners Adventure,” joined those who had not moved to Burlington and…

Jack McNeill, of Princeton; Past Gloucester City Resident, Retired Dentist, Vietnam War Vet

Saturday, March 23, 2019

Jack\’s Cheer captured in Montreal in 1984 PRINCETON,NJ (March 23, 2019)–Thomas John “Jack” McNeill, D.D.S. at 84 years passed peacefully March 12, 2019 in Princeton Hospital hospice. He will be forever adored by his wife…

OPINION: IS A \”DOOBIE\” STORE COMING TO YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD ?

Sunday, March 24, 2019

UPDATED:(Monday, March 25, 2019)– After being talked about and debated so long, legalized recreational marijuana fell apart when the vote was canceled since Murphy could not convince a handful of senators to embrace the idea….

Alice Costello School Championship Basketball Team Honored

Monday, March 25, 2019

The Brooklawn Board of Education recently honored the Alice Costello girls basketball team for their double overtime championship win against Magnolia. At their meeting on Tuesday, March 19th, the Brooklawn Board of Education honored the…

CNBNews APRIL 2019 CHEERS AND JEERS

Friday, April 05, 2019

by William E. Cleary Sr. CHEER—Gloucester Catholic senior Lillo Paxia (photo, left) hit for the cycle and drove in six runs, powering the Rams to a 14-4 victory over Schalick, April 2 in Gloucester City….

Former Lady Rams softball standout Christina Wilgus Honored

Monday, April 08, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ –Congratulations to former Lady Rams softball standout Christina Wilgus (Class of 2017), who was honored Friday, April 5 as earning the top GPA of players on Rowan College at Gloucester County (RCGC\’s)…

14 Unlock Cars in Gloucester City Burglarized

Friday, April 19, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (APRIL 19, 2019)- A number of unlocked cars in Gloucester City were broken into on several different occasions between April 13 and April 18. Two gloucestercitynews.net graphic file teenage suspects were arrested…

Suspects may be Involved in Murder of Gcity Man

Saturday, April 20, 2019

CAMDEN CITY NJ –The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Camden County Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals who may have information on an assault that killed a Gloucester City man….

State Trooper Charged with Child Porn, Allegedly Conspired with Gloucester City Mom

Sunday, April 21, 2019

view complaint TRENTON –A New Jersey state trooper has been arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexually explicit email exchange with an adult woman about a prepubescent girl, during which the trooper and the woman…

350 Fish Plus Released in Gloucester City\’s Martin\’s Lake

Monday, April 29, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ –State workers from the NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife were in Gloucester City recently stocking Martin Lake, Johnson Blvd. with fish. A spokesman said they stocked about 350 fish on the…

Suspect Arrested For Murder of Gloucester City Man

Sunday, May 05, 2019

UPDATED May 6, 2019: According to newspaper reports Harter\’s death is the 12 homicide reported in Camden City this year, compared to eigh t homicides in the same period of 2018. Harter was the second…

Re-Dedication of St. Mary\’s Steeple Tuesday Night

Monday, May 06, 2019

by William E. Cleary Sr. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 6, 2019)– Tuesday, May 7, St. Mary\’s Parish, Monmouth and Atlantic Streets, will have an official Lighting Ceremony and re-dedicate the Illumination of their Church Steeple….

Gloucester City PD Arrest 8 Juvenile Deliquents for Fighting, Disorderly Conduct, Alcohol Consumption

Friday, May 10, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 10, 2019)–Gloucester City Police responded to two incidents this past week involving juvenile gang fights and illegal possession of alcohol. A total of eight juveniles were arrested by police. The first…

Sister Maureen Cooper Succumbs; Longtime Teacher, Librarian

Saturday, May 11, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 10, 2019)–Sister Maureen Cooper, OP of the Dominican Sisters of Hope, died on May 8th in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. She was 82 years of age….

Dr. Claire J. Call (nee McElhone) former Gloucester City Resident

Thursday, May 16, 2019

MOORESTOWN, NJ (gloucestercitynews.net)–Dr. Claire J. Call (nee McElhone) On May 14, 2019 age 98 longtime resident of Moorestown, NJ. Dr. McElhone Call was a Podiatrist who had her private practice in the home where she…

Williamstown HS Baseball Player Tim Chew Honored

Friday, May 17, 2019

(gloucestercitynews.net)(May 17,2019)–Congratulation to Tim Chew, Williamstown High School second-baseman who was named NJ.com Tri-County player of the week. In four games last week, Chew, a senior, went 2-for-2 with two runs scored and three RBIs…

Railroad-crossing repairs begin Tuesday in Gloucester City

Monday, May 20, 2019

Necessary safety work will require road closure and detours this week (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced a railroad crossing rehabilitation project that will require a four-day closure and detour…

I-76 Emergency Bridge Repairs Require Immediate Lane Closures Today in Gloucester City

Friday, May 24, 2019

Work on the westbound lanes this afternoon and eastbound lanes tonight (Trenton) (gloucestercitynews.net)(May 24, 2019)– New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced immediate lane closures on I-76 over Klemm Avenue for emergency bridge…

Traffic Nightmare in Gloucester City and Throughout South Jersey (Video)

Friday, May 24, 2019

gloucestercitynews.net video (Gloucester City, NJ)(May 24, 2019)The raw video taken today around 6PM shows the traffic backup on Market Street heading out of Gloucester City towards Route 130. Although this is a normal occurrence on…

Gloucester Catholic Rams South Jersey Champs

Friday, May 31, 2019

UPDATED BROOKLAWN, NJ– (Gloucestercitynews.net)(May 31, 2019)–Gloucester Catholic defeated Trenton Catholic 10-0 in the South Jersey Championship Game today at the Joe Barth Field, Brooklawn, NJ. Today\’s victory was the team\’s seventh straight win. Offensively they…

A Fight Between Neighbors Over a Wandering Chicken Ends on a Happy Note

Friday, May 31, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(May 31, 2019)–Over the past week Gloucester City Police saved the lives of several people who had overdosed, investigated I was just visiting! Gloucestercitynews.net graphic files burglaries, responded to a number of…

Business Administrator for Gloucester City School District Resigns

Saturday, June 01, 2019

The Washington Township Board of Education has named Janine Wechter as the district’s new school business administrator/board secretary effective Aug. 1, according to https://www.nj.com/ Wechter, a 1991 graduate of Washington Township High School, replaces Peg…

John L. (Jack of Diamonds) Farren; former member of the Gloucester City Rod & Gun Club

Sunday, June 02, 2019

HAMMONTON, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)–Mr. John L. Farren, of Hammonton, NJ passed away on May 28, 2019 at the age of 84. His nickname was Jack of Diamonds. In 1952 he Jack of Diamonds (Gloucestercitynews graphic files)…

Sister Christine Hartnett, OP; Longtime South Jersey Catholic Grammar School Teacher

Monday, June 03, 2019

Sister Christine Hartnett, OP (Sister John Kathleen) of the Dominican Sisters of Hope, died May 31, 2019 at St Mary’s Villa in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. She was 79 years of age. The daughter of…

Frederik J. Frank, of Audubon; Football Coach, Teacher

Monday, June 03, 2019

Audubon – Frederik J. Frank of Audubon, formally of Collingswood, NJ passed away on Thursday May 2, 2019 at the age of 51. Cherished son of predeceased Justin and Dolores Frank Sr. Dear brother of…

Two -Time Reigning State Champion Gloucester Catholic to Defend Title Wednesday at 7PM

Tuesday, June 04, 2019

The Rams won the South Non-Public B Title last week beating Trenton Catholic 10-0 (CNBNews photo credit Bruce Darrow UPDATE : Game moved to Thursday June 6 at 7pM GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net) (June 4,…

Lindenwold/Mt. Ephraim Residents Among Suspects Arrested in \”Operation \”Stone Wall\”

Thursday, June 06, 2019

(Gloucestercitynews.net)–TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal today announced the indictment of nine men who allegedly were part of a criminal network in Camden County that was dealing cocaine and illegally trafficking untraceable assault rifles…

Saint Mary (Rutherford) 4 Gloucester Catholic 3

Thursday, June 06, 2019

St. Mary\’s celebrates winning the Non-Parochial B State Title (Gloucestercitynews.net photo credit) HAMILTON TOWNSHIP –(Gloucestercitynews.net)(June 6, 2019)–Saint Mary’s won the Non Parochial B State Title, Thursday night, defeating Gloucester Catholic the reigning two time champions…

Cold Springs School Locked Down; 12-Year-Old Boy with Plastic Gun Apprehended

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

UPDATED GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(June 12, 2019)–Parents and grandparents standing near the Cold Springs around 1 PM today got the scare of their lives when they heard an urgent alert broadcasted over the school\’s intercom…

Teachers Union Demonstrates in Bellmawr; Schools Closing? How Much Do Teachers Make?

Thursday, June 13, 2019

photo credit (CNBNewsnet) UPDATED/CORRECTED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet Members of the New Jersey Teachers Union were demonstrating this past weekend at the Route 42 overpass on Creek Road, Bellmawr. Some of the signs…

Keebler\’s of Gloucester City Celebrate 70th Anniversary (watch video)

Monday, June 17, 2019

Frank and Doll Keebler (image courtesy of 6ABC) GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 19, 2019)- Frank and Darlene (Doll) Keebler, of Gloucester City celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with family friends on Sunday, June 16, 2019….

CNB TIPS AND SNIPPETS: Love Your Money; Local Fisherman Nets $3,362

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

LOVE YOUR MONEY–Gloucester City mayor and council is on another spending spree. The governing body passed two bond ordinances on May 23 totaling $3,137,000. The $3.1 million of taxpayers money will be used to purchase…

Flood Destroys Memorabilia at Gloucester City Historical Society

Friday, June 21, 2019

Related: Gloucester City History William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(June 21, 2019)–The heavy rain that has hit the South Jersey region recently has caused flooding of major highways and side streets….

Video: Residents Living in South Jersey Communities Feel Philadelphia Refinery Explosions

Friday, June 21, 2019

image courtesy of 6ABC PHILADELPHIA, PA (June 21, 2019)–6ABC reported earlier today that residents in the Philadelphia and South Jersey area were awakened by multiple explosions and a massive fire at a 150-year-old refinery complex…

Memories: Gloucester City Letter Carriers and Support Staff (Year Unknown)

Sunday, June 23, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ The Gloucester City Post Office crew, year unknown. Front row – (L. to R.) Bob Valario, Mike Foley, Chris Litle, Tim King, George Cleary, Mike Rofrano, Linda Shiflet. Back row – Ray…

Bergen Street Property Allegedly Used to Chop Up Stolen Motorcycles; Ongoing Investigation

Monday, June 24, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net) (June 24, 2019)—Last month we received a tip about a home in the 800 unit block of Bergen Street being raided for allegedly operating a motorcycle chop shop at the property….

A Huge Tax Break Went to a Politically Connected Company in New Jersey Despite Red Flags

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

The exterior of a Holtec International facility in Camden, N.J. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo) Holtec International told New Jersey regulators that Ohio was competing for its new headquarters. But officials there stripped the firm of past…

MARC will be in Gloucester City on Sunday at GHS

Friday, June 28, 2019

Gloucester City, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(June 28, 2019)–A Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC), providing recovery resources for people from Gloucester City News blog files Camden and Gloucester Counties affected by the recent flooding event, will open Sunday, June…

CONTINUED ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1, 2020

NJBIA Statement on January 1 Minimum Wage Increase

NJBIA President & CEO Michele N. Siekerka, Esq., issued the following statement today with New Jersey\’s minimum wage set to increase to $11 per hour for most workers on Jan. 1, 2020, the next step toward the phase-in of a $15 minimum wage by Jan. 1, 2024.

\”As New Jersey\’s minimum wage progresses, we continue to see what was always anticipated – businesses making necessary adjustments to afford the cost of their labor.

\”Of course, employers who can afford to pay a $15 an hour minimum wage or more to their workforce, will do so. Other smaller businesses, with their slimmer profit margins impacted by a higher minimum wage and other costly workplace mandates, will need to raise prices or reduce staff, hours or benefits to accommodate these added expenses.

\”Across the country, we are beginning to see some of the unintended consequences of $15 minimum wage increases – whether it\’s the

stalling of entry-level job growth in Seattle

restaurants adding surcharges to food bills to offset labor ordinances in California

. New Jersey has an opportunity to mitigate these and other impacts with corrective legislation.

\”NJBIA is supporting bipartisan legislation that provides for the suspension of scheduled minimum wage increases due to an economic downturn, particularly as Standard & Poor\’s has reported that New Jersey is one of 15 states at an elevated risk for fiscal distress during the next recession. As California and New York have each enacted economic off-ramps from their incremental, $15 minimum wage policies, it is purely responsible that New Jersey follows this sensible precedent.

\”NJBIA also continues to support a proposal for tax credits to employers hiring workers under 18 years old, who are now increasingly at risk of not being hired with a higher pay rate. We are also advocating for legislation establishing a task force to study the impact of minimum wage increases on businesses.

\”Expecting smaller businesses to simply continue to incur added expenses without knowing the full ramifications of a $15 minimum wage, particularly during an economic downturn, is not only unfair, but unsustainable.\”

See NJBIA\’s Fast Facts on the Minimum Wage law

here

for more information about the law\’s provisions.

Do You Need a High School Diploma?

Gloucestercitynews.net (December 30, 2019)–In the United States,

90% of the population

has a high school diploma or higher.

Do you need a high school diploma? To answer that question, let’s break down what exactly a high school diploma does for you. How it can help you and whether or not a high school diploma is truly necessary.

Starting off, we can look at tangibles that can be measured by statistics. Then, we will explore the social impacts of not having a degree.

Work Options

If you don’t have a high school diploma, you’ll have fewer options for work. Many employers require that employees have at least passed high school before they are eligible to be hired.

You can

get a GED

to make up for a lack of a high school diploma. This will open a lot of doors, but without either, you’re going to have trouble finding a job.

Construction jobs and jobs with specific apprenticeships are among the few choices. In general, you will have to elect for a more physical job.

Earning Potential

As a general rule, the higher an education you have the more you make. Those who have at least a high school diploma earn more than those who don’t.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the

average weekly earnings

of someone

without

a high school diploma is $493. If you have a diploma, then your weekly earning potential is bumped up to $678.

The more education you receive, the more you are likely to make. The less you receive, the less money you will be paid. Time and experience can turn those tables a bit in your favor.

Social Status

Many people who do not receive a high school diploma feel awkward about it. Over time it can even become something that you will feel embarrassed about.

Most of this reaction comes from how people treat those who do not have high school diplomas. They can be viewed as less intelligent or lazy even if that is not true.

In some cases, it can even affect your ability to get a spouse or significant other. Working low-level jobs that require a lot of physical exertion will keep you from meeting a lot of people.

If you work hard enough and promote high enough at your job, you can escape this stigma. It will require that you put in years gaining experience and the trust of your employer. Hard work can pay off.

Making It Harder on Yourself

Without a high school diploma, you are

making life harder on yourself

. Very few people have viable options to begin their adult lives without having a high school diploma.

You’ll have to work twice as hard as someone with a high school diploma to obtain the same things in life. Education doesn’t mean intelligence, but it does make things easier.

Having the diploma is like having proof that you are a smart, creative and interesting person. If you don’t have one, you will have to prove all of those things to everyone you work for.

Other Options to High School

The question “Do you need a high school diploma?” can be answered another way. It is possible to get a GED which will function exactly the same as a high school diploma.

The difficulty in receiving your GED is that you won’t have anyone keeping you on task. You will have to motivate yourself and work at your own pace to succeed.

Studying is also something that makes the GED more difficult. If you don’t like studying or think you will have difficulty being motivated to study, you might have difficulty getting your GED.

If you are studying for your GED and want to have a diploma, you might consider a realistic diploma. You should

find out more

about realistic diplomas if you feel that might be a good temporary solution.

Do You Need a High School Diploma?

The short answer is not necessarily. There are options such as the GED and manual labor careers that don’t require a high school diploma.

The main thing that having your diploma will do is give you options. If you don’t want to work in a career field that requires heavy manual labor or equipment operation, you will need a high school diploma.

Not everyone will judge you for not having a high school diploma. You can simply not mention it to your friends and colleagues. Eventually, someone might find out, but perhaps by then, it won’t matter.

If you don’t have a diploma, you will make less throughout your life. While you can earn your way up, you will start at a lower pay scale. This will make it more difficult for you to retire at a reasonable age.

Millions of people graduate every year with high school diplomas. Diplomas have lost some value because so many people have them. The problem is this creates a large majority pool.

The size of this population pool means that employers don’t have to lower standards. They don’t have to give a chance to someone that doesn’t have a diploma. They have plenty of people to choose from as-is.

Without a high school diploma, you could potentially still have a good life. Most of what applies to

not

having a high school diploma also applies to having a high school diploma when compared to higher degrees.

In the end, degrees aren’t the end-all of life, but they help tremendously.

You Need a Diploma

Life is difficult as everyone already knows. Challenges and difficulties will continue to confront you throughout your life. As we choose our paths in life, things can be more or less challenging.

Do you need a high school diploma? Yes. If you want to make things easier for yourself and make it further in life, you will. Having a high school diploma, or even a higher diploma, can open doors that otherwise will have to be forced open by long, hard work.

We hope you found this article helpful. If so, please take a moment to browse our site and find other great reads to inform and entertain you.

Recording Artist CC Miles Named Youth Ambassador for Food Bank of South Jersey

PENNSAUKEN, NEW JERSEY – With a focus on increasing awareness of the impact of food insecurity and the importance of healthy eating in the youth community of South Jersey, the Food Bank of South Jersey announces recording artist CC Miles, 18, will serve as Youth Ambassador 2020.

Recording artist CC Miles

As Youth Ambassador 2020 for the Food Bank, Miles will bring the message of food insecurity and hunger awareness to regional schools, communities and organizations, as well as work directly with the Food Bank of South Jersey’s Health & Wellness and Community Engagement & Impact teams to distribute information and resources to support healthy eating, nutrition awareness and an understanding of the many faces of food insecurity in South Jersey communities today.

“I am honored to support the Food Bank of South Jersey’s mission to spread food insecurity awareness and health and wellness strategies and eating habits to young people throughout South Jersey,” CC Miles shares. “Nutrition is a very important topic for me, personally, and I can see no better way to share my enthusiasm for healthy eating and proper nutrition while, at the same time, assist young people in South Jersey in understanding the disaster of everyday hunger that impacts so many children, families and entire communities.”

Currently, in Camden County alone, there are 17,200 food-insecure children, 24% of whom are currently ineligible for federal nutrition programs, and 76% of whom are currently income-eligible for nutrition programs – at least, as of today.

Overall in Camden County alone, the total food-insecure population is over 60,000. Food insecure populations in Burlington, Gloucester and Salem counties are equally sobering. Burlington County currently has 41,680 food-insecure residents, of which 10,960 are food-insecure children. Gloucester County holds 8,180 food-insecure children in a total food-insecure population of 26,860 individuals. Suffering the impact of rural hunger, the less populated farmlands of Salem County shows 8,080 food-insecure individuals, of which 2,550 are children – all of which may live more than 10 miles from the nearest grocery store.

“We are delighted to appoint CC Miles our Youth Ambassador for 2020,” reports Fred Wasiak, CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey. “The message of food insecurity and its impact on children throughout our region is a vital point of understanding for today’s youths – awareness can, and will, create power and change in the effort to end hunger in South Jersey.”

ABOUT CC MILES

Recording artist and songwriter CC Miles has released three albums in less than five years, with her most recent album,

Almost

, released in August 2018. Popular on iTunes, Apple Music and Spotify, CC engages her growing

Instagram

and

YouTube

followers with new releases and original music between touring the country performing live in Nashville, New York, throughout the United States and internationally, including performances in Italy. Whether on stage, on tape, or on-screen, 18-year-old recording artist CC Miles invites everyone into her world. By way of candid lyrics, genuine charm, and undeniable charisma, the singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist imparts a storytelling sensibility on impassioned and irresistible pop. Driven by her voice as a writer and augmented by personal instrumental prowess, she shines through each side of every song. At first listen, you might just feel like you know her. CC Miles was born and raised in Medford Lakes, New Jersey. For more information, visit

www.ccmiles.com

ABOUT FOOD BANK OF SOUTH JERSEY

Marking its 35th year in 2020, the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) is the leader in providing safe and nutritional food to people in need throughout South Jersey. FBSJ distributes food, provides nutrition education and cooking courses, and helps food-insecure families and seniors find sustainable ways to improve their lives. Throughout 2019, FBSJ distributed 14 million pounds of food, including 75,000 after school snacks, over 200,000 summer meals and more than 15,000 senior food boxes, as well as serving 95 health and wellness programs to more than 6,000 residents. Providing community impact through local support, FBSJ ensures that local donations stay local. FBSJ is a member of Feeding America, our nation’s largest hunger-relief organization. To learn more, visit

www.foodbanksj.org

How to Use CBD oil for Better Sleep

Gloucestercitynews.net

(December 28, 2019)–It might come as a surprise but according to certain reports, more than 70 million Americans suffer from chronic sleep disorders. To put it the other way, a good lot of people are exhausted from personal and professional pressures of life, which often results in insomnia and other mental as well as emotional disorders.

There are many medical treatments available for getting you better sleep but most people do not recommend taking any sleep disorder medicines due to their addictive effects. This would be the moment where

top rated UK CBD oil brands

must enter your life.

Yes, currently, it’s the most natural treatment for insomnia and quite affordable as well.

If you or someone you know is suffering from sleeping problems, then CBD oil is just the thing for you! Of course, you would want to learn more about the use of

CBD oil for better sleep

and here it is!

First things first, let’s learn a bit about CBD oil

CBD oil is made from one of the 80 cannabinoids extracted from the cannabis plant. However, it is not the same as other compounds derived from the same plant. Unlike other compounds of this plant, CBD doesn’t contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is primarily responsible for creating the ‘high’ in the brain. Yes, people get stoned due to its presence in marijuana and hashish. Since CBD doesn’t contain it, it is known to be a non-intoxicating or non-psychoactive substance.

In the United States, CBD or hemp oil has been excluded from the list of ‘controlled substance.’ This means that it’s legal to use CBD products as long as they are legal in your state. As per the 2018 Farm Bill, it has been made legal in all 50 states across America. So, unless your local laws disapprove of it, consuming CBD is absolutely all right!

So, what is CBD oil used for?

CBD oil has been in use since centuries dating back to 1200 A.D, where it was first mentioned that it can successfully treat people suffering from sleep disorders. Today, CBD oil used for the treatment of issues like anxiety, depression, chronic pain, epilepsy, inflammation, constipation, and in some cases, cancer.

There have been cases across the US where people successfully healed themselves with a daily dosage of CBD oil. So, anyone who is suffering from sleeping disorders must give it a try.

Can CBD oil impact the quality of your sleep?

Studies have shown that CBD, in fact, does help in improving the quality of your sleep. It can readily shift your body from REM to NREM sleep (as mentioned by the World Health Organization). As per experts, CBD oil can contribute in preventing the breakdown of a chemical neurotransmitter in the brain which affects the mental and emotional state of the body. It allows the sleep-promoting chemical to flow freely through your body and

makes you sleepy

without getting you high.

There is still a lack of conclusive research on the matter but there are some studies support the issue. In a

2019 study

, it was concluded that patient suffering from anxiety as well as sleep disorders showed improvement after a month of 25 milligrams (mg) of the CBD.

According to another

study

, it was revealed that CBD was capable of successfully treating RBD. CBD is also known to heal day-time excessive sleeping and grogginess.

How does CBD oil help in improving your sleep?

There are many direct and indirect ways that contribute in helping you sleep better after you consume CBD oil in your system. Here’s how it happens.

CBD helps in reduction of anxiety

: This means that CBD helps in regulation of cortisol, the stress hormone. It balances the serotonin level as well. When a person feels less-stressed, he or she sleeps better. According to a number of

studies

, CBD can successfully treat anxiety-related disorders and thus, improves the quality of sleep.

2. Relaxed muscles: As per certain

studies

, CBD treats movement disorders as well. It reduces muscle tremors which are often the result of anxiety disorder and keeps the person awake during the night. It helps in the treatment of insomnia as well.

3.Decreases restlessness: People who suffer from sleeping disorders have a habit of being restless all through the night and sometimes during the day as well. Those who suffer from REM sleep disorder which gives rise to nightmares and restlessness have shown positive signs of improvement in their sleeping patterns.

4.Relief from PTSD and trauma: Sleep disturbances and REM cycles often affect the mental health of patients. Sleeping problems might also be the result of post-traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD and trauma. A daily dosage of CBD oil reduces anxiety and depression related to PTSD and thus improves the quality of sleep.

5.Chronic pain: Those who suffer from chronic pain in joints or muscles always have a hard time sleeping. Since CBD oil has successfully proven to heal body pains. When pain is reduced from the body, it indirectly helps people sleep better during the night.

How to use CBD oil for sleep

Everyone has a different body type. Thus, there are a variety of CBD products, such as gummies, creams, sprays, vapes, and capsules that help one person in a far better way than the other. However, CBD oil has proven to have a great effect on most people dealing with sleeping disorders. A spoonful of CBD oil put under your tongue slowly releases its effect on your body slowly, thus, helping you sleep for a longer time than usual. The best time to consume CBD oil is an hour or so before bed time.

How much CBD should one use for the treatment of sleeping disorder

Since CBD is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) right now, this means that there is no guideline for a definite dosage of CBD oil. On the basis of studies, a higher dosage of CBD oil has proven far more healing than smaller ones. An optimal dosage of CBD oil anyway depends on height, gender, weight, and other deciding factors.

It is important to consult your doctor or a medical professional about the dosage of the oil. It is recommended to have a talk with your regular doctor, if possible since he or she knows all about your medical history and can decide the most suitable dosage for you.

Closing thoughts about cbd & sleep

When compared to other sleeping aids, CBD products are considered to be safer and more effective than the traditional medicines. It is natural and quite an affordable way to say goodbye to your sleeping disorders however slowly. However, there is still a lot of research needed to completely accept the therapeutic effects of CBD oil.

Nonetheless, people who are suffering from disturbing sleeping patterns can surely rely on this safe, effective, and non-addictive form of medication.

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New Apprenticeship Funding in Philadelphia

December 27, 2019

HARRISBURG PA–Governor Tom Wolf announced the approval of new funding for the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers JAC Local Unit 14. (IAHFIAW), whose training center is dedicated to building professionals with expertise,

character, and a sense of teamwork. The funding will support the governor’s commitment to expanding job training related opportunities throughout Pennsylvania.

“It is critical that we invest in the future of Pennsylvania’s workforce by helping industries and organizations bring on, train, and grow new talent,” said Gov. Wolf. “Since taking office, my administration has been committed to supporting the training and development opportunities that will shape the future of workplaces across the commonwealth.”

The $49,500 grant will support recruitment methods, including job fairs in the community and local schools, as well as open house job fairs at the IAHFIAW JAC (LU14) Training Center. The program will recruit and train apprentices in mechanical insulation, firestopping, and asbestos abatement. The center has trained registered apprentices since 1969 with 85 percent of apprentices completing the program and 100 percent being placed in careers. The training center is overseen by a joint committee consisting of representatives from the Contractors Association and the Local Union 14.

“The International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers JAC (LU14) is very excited to be awarded the commonwealth,” said Ed Krawczyk, Administrator, IAHFIAW JAC (LU14) Training Center. “This grant will help us further utilize the funding for opportunities for training our future apprentices in the Insulation Industry.”

Apprenticeship programs provide key access to career pathways and enable apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to compete in today’s economy. Classroom training is a required component of registered apprenticeship programs across Pennsylvania and complements traditional on-the-job training. The technical materials taught in a classroom environment enables apprentices to learn fundamental concepts, terminology, procedures, safety requirements, and basic tools and instruments.

Apprenticeships are a key component of Governor Wolf’s

PAsmart

initiative, an innovative way to improve coordination between state agencies, cut red tape, and invest in people and businesses to expand innovative job training in apprenticeships and other programs so workers get the skills they need to compete in the global economy.

The Pre-Apprentice and Apprenticeship Grant Program

is a statewide program that offers assistance to registered apprenticeship programs. The program’s goal is to increase apprenticeship availability to Pennsylvania employers to assist them with their talent recruitment and development.

For more information about the Wolf Administration’s commitment to workforce training, visit the

Department of Community and Economic Development website

Back-Wage Checks Hand-Delivered on Christmas Eve

NJ Labor Department Plays Santa to Unpaid Workers

TRENTON

– Two former employees of an Ocean County pizzeria on Tuesday got a visit from Santa’s helper, who delivered a most valuable gift: back pay they were owed for shifts

worked long ago.

Luigi’s Pizza in Ocean agreed to pay the back wages – amounting to $1,027.50 net – to the employees after the Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division issued one of its first stop-work orders under a new wage theft law that allows the department to shut businesses that underpay employees in certain situations.

When faced with the shutdown of his business, the owner immediately wrote a check for the entire back wage amount, based on a judgment. The check was deposited with the state Treasury on December 20, which enabled the workers to receive their checks before Christmas.

“Our mission all year long is to help workers who are being shortchanged and to protect businesses that play by the rules,” said Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo. “The fact that these workers received their back pay on Christmas Eve shows the extraordinary efforts of our Wage & Hour and Finance and Accounting staffs, as well as our colleagues at Treasury.”

Assistant Director of Wage & Hour Barry Hickey came in on his day off to play Santa, minus the red suit, for the workers.

“I’m so appreciative of the Labor Department for helping me out,” said Hailey Farina of Long Branch, who received a check for $567.50 for hours she worked behind the counter at Luigi’s but was never paid. “I went through the process and won, but I didn’t expect I’d actually get paid.”

Hailey, who is getting ready to move, said the money will help pay her moving expenses.

The second worker, Nicholas DeConie, 19, of Wall, received a check for $460. He worked as a pizza maker at Luigi’s when he was 17, according to his mother, Jennifer, but was never paid.

“He was so happy,” said his mom. “When I filed the paperwork, he told me it was a waste of time and he’d never get paid. I said, ‘we’re doing it anyway.’”

Gov. Murphy signed legislation in August that expanded the state’s ability to enforce the state’s wage theft law by giving the Labor Commissioner the authority to issue a stop work order at any business where certain wage law violations have occurred.

“This is a valuable enforcement tool that gives us the ability to stop bad actors in their tracks, and make sure workers receive every cent they have earned,” said Asaro-Angelo.

Holiday Events in SOUTH JERSEY

Adventure Aquarium\’s Christmas Celebration

Through December 30

1 Riverside Dr, Camden, NJ

A unique experience you can’t miss! Visitors can experience Scuba Santa and his elf swim alongside the Aquarium’s habitants while enjoying the twinkling lights, glowing trees, and falling snow of the Aquarium. AAA Members can save on Adventure Aquarium tickets.

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New Year’s Fireworks from the Battleship @ Battleship New Jersey

December 31 • 4PM – 12:30AM

The annual tradition continues! Ring in the New Year with fireworks aboard the Battleship New Jersey. Music, concessions, and cash bar service will be available for both showtimes – 6pm and 10pm. Tickets required.

Purchase tickets here

Additionally, families can spend the night on the ship on December 31, with breakfast the next morning.

Purchase tickets for the overnight event here.

Smithville Holiday Light Show On The Lake

Thursday – Sunday until January 5 • Dark until 8PM

Historical Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd., Smithville, NJ 08205

In addition to exploring a variety of shops, families can explore over 120 Christmas trees magically floating on the lake while listening to orchestrated lights and music.

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WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River

Thursdays – Sundays through February 17

Cooper River Park, Cherry Hill

Tasty treats, outdoor games, a heated tent with arcade games, an all-around family fun – visit Cooper River Park to experience this and more!

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Video: How Did Political Boss George Norcross Acquire Waterfront Land in Camden City at Such Low Prices?

The tower, located on the Camden City waterfront, is owned by George Norcross and two other partners who received a $245 million tax break

(image courtesy of David L. Lewis/WNYC)

CNBNews.net

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (December 26, 2019)–

NJTV NEWS interviewed a reporter from the Philadelphia Inquirer who wrote an investigating article about South Jersey Political Boss George Norcross and his quest to buy up properties along the Camden City waterfront. How did George Norcross obtain acres of land along this prime section of waterfront at prices under the appraised value?

What is known is Norcross and his friends used tens of million in state-approved incentives to obtain the properties. The

Delaware River Port Authority and Camden Redevelopment Agency held interests in one of the properties, which was

appraised at $2.3 million in 2015

. Public officials

agreed to sell it to Liberty for $800,000

. After the sale, Liberty gave Norcross and his business partners an option to buy the property — which they eventually did, for $350,000 — or 15 cents on the dollar of the appraised value when it was held by public agencies.

The \”Inky\” confirmed hearsay that federal prosecutors in Philadelphia are carrying out their own investigation into the controversial New Jersey program.

Michael Hill,

NJTVonline.org

News correspondent talks with Catherine Dunn, one of the lead reporters on the story in the video below.

video source

https://www.njtvonline.org/

How power broker George Norcross and friends got waterfront land for cheap

Both the Delaware River Port Authority and Camden Redevelopment Agency held interests in the land, which was

appraised at $2.3 million in 2015

. Public officials

agreed to sell it to Liberty for $800,000

And while Norcross and his partners aren’t allowed to build on the parking lot for five years, they could develop it by 2023 if they choose.

The series of transactions also underscores the influence and reach of the Mount Laurel-based law firm Parker McCay, led by George Norcross’ brother Philip.

CONTINUE

Taking Down The South Jersey Political Mafia

You may think we live in a state run by democratically-elected officials, but the reality is closer to a system of political corruption that would surprise most Americans. The truth is, the mafia is alive and well in New Jersey and it controls the political machine in the state. This isn’t the Cosa Nostra of the old days, but an even more sinister cabal of powerful men working to consolidate power and enrich themselves at the cost of the taxpayers.

George Norcross has been called the most powerful unelected person in New Jersey. He controls nearly every elected Democrat in South Jersey including party chairs, state senators and assemblymen. Even if you get elected outside of his control, you will get nowhere in the party. Norcross and his team have done a masterful job of consolidating power in a relatively short period of time; only a few decades. They have insured that you can’t get elected without his support, and if you do, and you don’t play ball, you will be sidelined to political Siberia. Without his endorsement and the cooperation of Senate President Steve Sweeney, you won’t get on any committees. You won’t get resources. You won’t get money for staff. You will be irrelevant.

Consequently, the candidates you find on your ballot have been hand-chosen by Norcross and his political organization. The Democratic Party is beholden to his

CONTINUE

How The Norcross Political Machine Muscled In On Camden City\’s Prime Real Estate, NJ\’s Poorest Community

But the Norcross brothers had other ideas.

The most powerful political family in the state had spent months helping to engineer the tax break law. George E. Norcross III, a prolific Democratic fundraiser and power broker, had championed the idea among lawmakers; his brother Philip Norcross, a lawyer and lobbyist with deep ties to local and state government, wrote parts of the legislation; and a third brother, Donald Norcross, then a state senator and now a member of Congress, had co-sponsored it. Once the law passed,

the Norcrosses’ allies, business partners and clients

took advantage.

published

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December 26, 2019

PATCO Hosts \”Transportation YOU\” Event at Lindenwold Facility

Goal of program is to educate young women on the importance of transportation industry

DRPA/PATCO’s Engineering Department was the proud host of a program that offers young women the opportunity to explore first-hand a wide variety of transportation careers.

The program is called Transportation YOU and it is run through the Women\’s Transportation Seminar (WTS).

Dozens of young women, ages 13-18, recently had the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes look at PATCO’s main headquarters in Lindenwold, New Jersey.

PATCO General Manager John Rink, PATCO Director of Equipment John Barrett and DRPA Senior Engineer Elisabeth Klawunn conducted a tour of the Lindenwold facility that included a look at the equipment shop and the work needed to keep PATCO trains running and clean.

Through the program, WTS chapters work to make a difference in the lives of young girls by offering programs and activities that will spark their interest in all modes of transportation and encourage them to take courses in math, science, and technology, which are the stepping stones to exciting careers that can change the face of the transportation industry. The program is led by over 30 women professionals (engineers, planners, marketing, and finance professionals) who volunteer their time as mentors.