Long-Time Gloucester City Resident and Vietnam War Veteran Needs Our Help

By CNBNews Staff

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 11, 2020)(CNBNewsnet)

—Bob Kotter, who was born and raised in Gloucester City, needs some help from his friends and residents of the community. Bob is battling stage 4 prostate cancer. A U.S. Marine, Bob fought in the Vietnam War. He believes his cancer was caused by Agent Orange which was dropped on the jungles of Vietnam by U.S. planes and helicopters to kill the heavy vegetation.

Bob Kotter (2018 CNBNews photo)

Recently his chemotherapy was increased to four times a week as cancer has spread to his bones.

For a decade or more Bob lived in the family home in the 400 block of Market Street taking care of his elderly parents. He cooked their meals, kept them and the house cleaned, and made sure they got to the doctors and received their medications. After his mother died the house was sold and he was left without a roof over his head.

\”A community activist,

I first met Bob in 2006-07 when he was trying to get the City of Gloucester City to clean up their parking lot at Fifth and Powell Street,\” said Bill Cleary Sr., editor of CNBNews. \”The lot was being used by junkies to shoot up. Empty needles and glassine bags were thrown around the lot in plain view. It was also an eyesore as a result of the trash and broken down cars on the lot.\”

From the 2007 article:

The city property was once the site of the Quaker Food store and the former Sand Bar. The City tore down the properties in the 1980s, paved it with asphalt, and put up an 8-foot high cyclone fence.

Kotter said during the interview,“that was the last time we saw the City. The fence has been decaying for the past several years. People used the vacant property to store their unlicensed vehicles and for changing the oil in their cars.”

Gloucester City Public Parking Lot is an Eyesore & \”Drug Den\”

In 2016 Bob fought against the terrible odor that was coming from the Blueknight Energy Partners asphalt plant on Water Street, home to eight million barrels of asphalt. Kotter told the Philadelphia Inquirer, \”Sometimes the fumes burn your eyes,\” he said. \”My elderly parents who lived four blocks from the plant have been putting up with it for years. But nobody does anything about it even though I have complained to numerous environmental agencies.\”

Gloucester City Residents are Fuming Over Fumes

Bob loved to walk through the city. He wore a wide brim light green hat with a US Marine emblem. You could tell by his walk he was military. He would start from his parent\’s home on Market Street head west to the riverfront and cover the entire city ending back at Market and Powell Streets. When he saw that the old GAF power plant was being demolished he was concerned that the property wasn\’t properly sealed, and, was worried the asbestos inside would spread to the nearby residential neighborhood.

\”As a result of his tip, we discovered some interesting history about the GAF power plant that we and the public would never have known if it wasn\’t for him,\” said Cleary.

Demolition Work on the 111-Year-Old GAF Power Plant

He loved Gloucester City and it upset him to see what was happening to certain neighborhoods in the community. He was quick to point out faults in the hopes by doing so improvements would be made. Take for example in 2018 when he wrote a letter to CNBNews about the condition of the entrance to the city on South Broadway, along with the pot holes on Jersey Avenue, two main highways coming in and out of the city.

\”I have attached some photos showing the deplorable road conditions on South Broadway when you enter Gloucester City from Brooklawn and the pot holes on Jersey Avenue from South Broadway to King Street,\” said Kotter.

\”These streets are so bad that if you hit some of the bumps doing the speed limit it will throw you right out of your vehicle\’s seat. I can\’t imagine what it does to the front end of your car/truck. Year in and year out these conditions have been allowed to exist. It is a disgrace. I give the person a thumbs up for the nice job he/she did in painting the new yellow lines on the street. However, painting dividing lines in the street before you repair the potholes is just plain stupid. \”

Deplorable Streets Need to be Repaired

\”Bob\’s heart was always in the right place\”, said Cleary.

\”He had no ulterior motive. He wasn\’t running for any political office. Nor did he have an ax to grind. If he saw something wrong he tried his best to fix it because of his love for Gloucester City. Please keep him in your prayers as he needs our help now both spiritually and financially.\”

Send your check to Runnemede VFW,

℅ Tim Salamatin, 13 East Sixth Street, Runnemede, NJ 08087. Make the check payable to Bob Kotter.

You can also send a Get Well card to Bob at the same address.

(published Feb. 11, 2020) https://www.gloucestercitynews.net

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Brooklawn School Property 4-Sale; What\’s Up At Paulsboro Marine Terminal? ; Johnny Hockey & Buddy Robinson; New Freeholder; Strike A Pose

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews.net

FOR SALE! BROOKLAWN CHURCH PROPERTY

—The former St. Maurice Roman Catholic Church, 401 Community Drive, Brooklawn which was purchased by the Brooklawn Board of Education for $720,000 in 2014 is up for sale. The asking price is $785,000. The Board had planned on using the buildings for classrooms and administrative offices but the development never materialized.

Gloucestercitynews.net file photo

The property, which is adjacent to the Alice Costello Grammar School, is situated on 2 acres with frontage on U.S. Route 130 south, close to multiple businesses, retail, and other numerous amenities. The listing states it is an ideal property for a daycare, private school, non-profits, professional offices or redevelopment. The total

footage of both buildings is 7,013 square feet.

The broker handling the sale is

Wolf Commercial Real Estate

has offices in South Jersey and Philadelphia.

For More Information Contact Phil Costa (856)-857-6300 or (215)-799-6900

phil.costa@wolfcre.com

WHAT\’S UP AT THE PAULSBORO MARINE TERMINAL ?

—The taxpayer-funded Port of Paulsboro, which opened three years ago, is still only bringing in steel from Russia according to a recent report by

NJ.com

Taxpayers invested $225 million in the Gloucester County property which was touted as the first new marine terminal on the Delaware River in nearly 50 years when it opened in winter 2017. It was formerly a 190-acre petroleum storage field that had to be cleaned up and redeveloped.

(March 7, 2017)–The Delaware River has seen the opening of a first new marine terminal in 50 years with the inauguration of the Paulsboro facility in New Jersey. The $175m Paulsboro Marine Terminal was developed by the South Jersey Port Corp and is being operated by Holt Logistics Corp. Holt has committed more than $12m to the project in the form of cranes, rolling stock and other capital items. The brownfield site, covering 190 acres, used to be a BP tank farm. Located near Philadelphia International Airport, it has 21,000 feet of new rail track and an 850-foot wharf with two more berths planned. With the terminal initially employing 40-50 people, the potential for expansion could see that rise to 200, says the operator. It received its first vessel when bulker Doric Warrior delivered 55,000 tons of steel slabs from Tuapse in Russia for its first tenant, international steel company NLMK USA. (source https://splash247.com/

“This has not yet been the big jobs producer, the big hope we all spoke about years ago,” he said. “I don’t know if there are more than 25 jobs right there right now. My big hope is that all that was talked about years ago come to fruition,\” said Mayor Gary Stevenson.

Officials say phase II of the Paulsboro development is underway and is expected to be completed in 2021. It includes two more wharves, infrastructure improvements and warehouses, which it doesn’t have now.

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photo source The Calvary Flames

TIME TO TALK HOCKEY

—Former Gloucester Catholic Hockey Coach Guy Gaudreau, who runs the Hollydell Ice Arena in Sewell,

explained how he still gives pointers to his elder son, \”Johnny Hockey,\” and his son\’s friend Buddy Robinson. Both his son and Robinson, who presently play for the Calvary Flames, also played for the Gloucester Catholic hockey team when they were students at the school.

In a recent interview with the

Courier Post

, Guy explained how he talked to both players before last Saturday\’s upcoming game

The pair of Flames forwards (Gaudreau from Carneys Point and Robinson from Bellmawr) are the first two players from South Jersey to be teammates in the NHL. There are only 22 players who were born in New Jersey, according to hockey-reference.com, and went on to make it to the NHL. Nine remain active in the league as of this season.

Robinson, a 6-foot-6 right-wing, was playing for the Flames farm team when he got a call-up ahead of the Battle of Alberta with the Edmonton Oilers, Saturday night. Gaudreau and Robinson connected on a give-and-go play that resulted in the second career goal for Robinson, his first tally in the NHL since April 7, 2016.

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NEW CAMDEN COUNTY FREEHOLDER

— Barbara Holcomb, was chosen recently to fill the vacant seat on the Camden County Freeholder Board that was held by Susan Shin Angulo, who resigned to become the new mayor of Cherry Hill.

Barbara Holcomb

Holcomb, the former deputy mayor of Winslow, is the vice-chair of the Camden County Democratic organization. She served one term on the Winslow school board before winning a township council seat and was presently serving on the Camden County Board of Taxation before accepting her new appointment.

Holcomb has not yet announced if she will run in a 2020 special election for the remaining 14 months of Shin Angulo’s term. William Tambussi, the counsel to the county Democrats, said that vote was only to fill the immediate vacancy and not to nominate Holcomb as the organization candidate for the June primary. Her ascension to the freeholder seat will create a vacancy on the Camden County Board of Taxation.

Read New Jersey Globe article

RELATED: Holcomb Wins But No One Loses

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STRIKE A POSE PEYTON!-

-A Crown Chicken store is being added to the Gyro Restaurant at Broadway and Hunter Street, Gloucester City. Presently the store is closed while the renovations are being completed. Peyton saw we were taking pictures and being the \”ham\” she is jumped at the chance to get her photo taken.

CNBNews Tips and Snippets

CNBNews Point of View

BREAKING NEWS

published Gloucestercitynews.net | February 6, 2020

Suspect Driving Under the Influence of Heroin Strikes 2 Vehicles on S. Broadway; 1 Injured

by CNBNews

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 31, 2020)—Gloucester City Police responded to a traffic accident Thursday, January 30, around 10:20 AM after a car, driven by Jerry

Yelverton, crashed into two vehicles

waiting in traffic at the intersection

of South Broadway and

George Street. Several police vehicles along with the Gloucester City Fire Department responded to the scene according to a person who was passing by and saw the commotion.

Yelverton, according to Gloucester City Police Chief Brian Morrell was charged with possession of two bags of heroin. \”The 42-year-old male, who lives in the 200 unit block of Powell Street, admitted to police that he snorted a bag of heroin before the accident occurred,\” Morrell said.

Yelverton, along with one of the victims were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Morrell said at first it was thought the victim\’s injuries were not that serious. “But, doctors at the hospital said the victim had suffered head trauma and his injuries may be more serious than first thought.”

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Community Reformers Call on DPRA Members to Investigate Questionable Land Dealings

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 17, 2020)(Gloucestercitynews.net)-

-Community reformers jammed the Delaware River Port Authority meeting on Wednesday calling on the governors of New Jersey and Pennsylvania

to investigate the connection of the DRPA board members with political

Sue Altman, state director of New Jersey Working Families was dragged from a hearing in Nov. where George E. Norcross III testified he did not manipulated New Jersey’s controversial tax incentive program for his benefit (photo courtesy of

The Philadelphia Inquirer)

power broker George Norcross III.

The

Philadelphia Inquire

r reported the progressive political groups specifically cited the two parcels of land that the agency sold or optioned for development projects in Camden.

“It is time for a full accounting of the facts and to clean house in an agency that has acted for too long as a tool of special interests,\” wrote leaders of the two groups, New Jersey Working Families and Pennsylvania Working Families, in a letter addressed to Govs. Phil Murphy and Tom Wolf on Wednesday.

The groups also made that request in person Wednesday morning, when about a dozen activists filed into the DRPA’s 11th-floor conference room in Camden.

Seven of them addressed the agency’s board, composed of members appointed by the governors of both states.

“There are people on the DRPA board, certainly on the New Jersey side … with very, very strong political connections and financial connections to a political machine that, in our opinion, prioritizes the lining of its own pockets and corporate interests over the interests of the public dollar and of public opinion,” said Sue Altman, state director of New Jersey Working Families.

The letter follows

an Inquirer article

, published last month, that detailed how South Jersey political power broker George E. Norcross III came to acquire a three-acre parking lot near the Camden waterfront. Both the DRPA and the Camden Redevelopment Agency held rights to the land, which was appraised at $2.3 million.

The DRPA’s interest in the land was appraised at $800,000, and in 2016 the agency sold the parcel for that amount to Liberty Property Trust, the onetime developer of a major waterfront project fueled by a controversial state tax-credit program. Liberty later sold the land to Norcross and his business partners for $350,000 according to

The Inquirer.

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DOWN WITH TYRANNY! DOWN WITH \’KING\’ GEORGE NORCROSS-cnbnews.net

CNBNEWS POINT OF VIEW: Our Elected Officials Need to Remember Who They Represent

CNBNEWS January 2020 Cheers & Jeers

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews. net

JEER

-Something has to be done about the dilapidated house (photo above) that sits at the entrance of Gloucester City at Essex Street and Collings Road. People coming into our community are getting the wrong impression of the city because of the appearance of this property.

CHEER

–William Ackley, Gloucester City\’s Chief Housing Inspector & Zoning Official said the Essex Street house has been approved as a redevelopment project under a new ordinance that was recently passed. \”We are in the

process of claiming that property under the eminent-domain procedure so that it can be rehabbed.\” Asked about the status of the Crescent Trailer Park, which received unfavorable news last year, Ackley said his office is presently inspecting all of those trailers. \”At the end of our inspection, the owner of the trailer park, who lives in Michigan, along with the on-sight property manager and the individual residents will be notified via certified mail of any housing violations. We are not only inspecting that site but we have been inspecting other properties in the city. We recently completed our inspections on the west side of the city and will be starting on the east side in the near future. The city is asking residents to live by certain standards, specifically maintaining their property. Our goal is to improve the quality life in our city.\”

Related: Gloucester City Mayor and Police Chief Concerned about Increase in Crime at Crescent Trailer Park

JEER-

The graffiti that mars either side of the Route 676/42 overpass on Nicholson Road, Gloucester City, has gotten worst.

The last time we looked it was only on one side wall now it is on both. Plus there is graffiti now on the Nicholson Road bridge which is about 300 yards from the overpass. Something has to be done.

The

Los Angles police department

states, \”The more social disorder and graffiti in a neighborhood, the louder the message is sent that \”nobody cares.\” This sets off a vicious cycle that encourages further crime in affected neighborhoods.\”

Related: Graffiti becoming a problem in Gloucester City

CHEER-

A pup rescued from a dogfighting ring is the first pit bull to become an arson detection K9 in New Jersey. The Throw Away Dogs Project picked up

Hansel in a police raid at a Canadian dog fighting ring at 7-weeks-old. Hansel was rehabilitated by the nonprofit. The dog was eventually trained and certified to work with the Millville fire station. See

Fox5dc.com report

CHEER

-According to

WHHY news

the Delaware River Port Authority, or DRPA, is helping commuters. The authority announced earlier this month that toll rates on the four bridges it controls will remain steady with no increases planned. The toll freeze is the result of the agencies\’ “fiscal stewardship,” said DRPA board chairman Ryan Boyer. The agency saw more than 53 million vehicles crossed its bridges last year. The traffic generated more than $332 million — revenue the agency was able to use to support its operations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

CHEER

-The EPA\’s work on cleaning up the Brownfield\’s sites in Gloucester City are continuing. According to Mayor Dan Spencer sometime this year work will begin on the old Armstrong Cork property which is now a parking lot used by Holt Cargo, King, and Essex Streets. Spencer said the EPA will be erecting a temporary tank structure at that location to house the contaminants taken from the ground until they can be transported elsewhere. The temporary structure will be 42 feet deep by 16 feet high.

JEER

-Why has the Gloucester City Police Department and the Brooklawn Police Department stopped publicizing their weekly/monthly crime reports. The taxpayers spend a lot of their hard earn dollars supporting those agencies and deserves to know what crimes are happening in their neighborhoods. And if arrests are being made. At one time the Gloucester City Fire Department also issued a weekly/monthly report on the number of calls and responses they made.

But

that stopped years ago. No one is saying that the police or the firemen are not doing their job. What we are saying is the public has a Right to Know how their tax dollars are being spent.

By not making the information public the people\’s safety is in jeopardy.

CHEER-T

he division alignments for the West Jersey Football League 2020 and 2021 seasons have been announced according to NJ Advance Media. They include:

Freedom-

Gloucester, Maple Shade, Wildwood, Riverside, Pitman, Bordentown; Diamond-Paulsboro, Woodstown, Penns Grove, Salem, Gateway, Buena;

Colonial-

Delran, Haddonfield, Sterling, West Deptford, Collingswood, Willingboro;

Classic

: Robbinsville, Gloucester Catholic, New Egypt, Overbrook, Haddon Township, Lindenwold (

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

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

Dave Pollander Jr., Owner of Dave\’s Auto Repair & Towing; Age 58

Monday, July 01, 2019

David F. Pollander, Jr. (GLOUCESTER CITY NJ )(July 1, 2019)–Surrounded by his loving family, on June 28, 2019. Age 58. Of Gloucester City. Beloved son of the late Dave and Marlene Pollander. Survived by his…

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What\’s Gloucester City Jr Sr High School’s Equity Rating?

Thursday, July 04, 2019

To see the complete report for GHS click here Editor\’s Note: We reached out to Dr. Dennis Vespe, Gloucester City High School Superintendent and Sean Gorman, Gloucester City High School Principal for a response to…

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Meet the Congressman Defending Questionable Tax Breaks for a Company Connected to His Rich Brother

Tuesday, July 02, 2019

After multiple issues have surfaced with Holtec International’s New Jersey tax break application, Rep. Donald Norcross, its biggest congressional supporter (and the brother of a Holtec board member) is playing defense. by Susan Schmidt, special…

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Brooklawn\’s Police Chief Graduates from Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar

Friday, July 12, 2019

PRINCETON, NJ (July 12, 2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)–Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis (above, right)graduated from the Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar (MALEEDS) on June 14, 2019, in Princeton, New Jersey. The 27th session of MALEEDS consisted of…

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Dog Days of Summer in Gloucester City (video)

Tuesday, July 09, 2019

(GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(July 2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)–Our best buddy and friend, Peyton, enjoying a swim in the family\’s pool. RELATED: Gloucester City PETS ARE THE BEST PET TIPS ClearysNoteBook/youtube ClearysNotebook/youtube 64 videos

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Car Breaks Utility Pole, and Destroys Part of the Westville Lions Club Building

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

The Westville Lions Club building was hit by a car (Gloucestercitynews.net)(Westville, NJ)(July 16, 2019)—Last Thursday, around 1:30AM, a car coming from Almonesson Road onto Delsea Drive (Rt 47) struck a telephone pole and a road…

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Scott MacLennan, of Haddonfield, Dies Suddenly; GCHS and Maryland University Alumnus

Monday, July 15, 2019

Haddonfield – On July 10, 2019, Scott MacLennan, age 69, passed away suddenly at home. He was the son of the late William and Min MacLennan of Gloucester City. Scott worked for many years for…

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$30.1M in Local Freight Impact Fund Grants Released; Camden City $1.2M, Bellmawr, $800,000

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Program funds improvements to heavy truck routes on local roads (Trenton) – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) today announced $30.1 million in grants as part of the Local Freight Impact Fund program that…

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CNBNews JULY 2019 CHEERS & JEERS

Sunday, July 21, 2019

UPDATED/CORRECTED GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net photo)–The Gloucester Train Station is slowly rotting away. This recent photo was taken at the front of the building. Windows are all broken and boarded up. There is trash laying…

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Talking Catholic- Johnny Gaudreau

Thursday, July 25, 2019

July 19, 2019 In his five-plus years as a left winger for the NHL’s Calgary Flames, Johnny Gaudreau, a product of Gloucester Catholic High School, has established himself as one of the league’s stars. This…

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TREES BLOWN OVER; REPAIRS TO THE COW PATH; STRANGE BUT TRUE

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

CNBNews Tips and Snippets William E. Cleary Sr., | CNBNewsnet TREES COME TUMBLING DOWN (Gloucestercitynews.net)(July 23, 2019)—-A number of trees were knocked over Monday, July 22, during the heavy wind and rain storm that hit…

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Chalie \”The Clip\” Closes His Shop After 54 Year Career

Monday, July 29, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Editor GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)–After 54 years of cutting hair longtime hairstylist/barber Chalie Huber, aka Chalie \”The Clip\” is retiring. Chalie, has been operating his business Shapes and Forms…

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Fred Kraft, Longtime Gloucester City Carpenter; Sunday School Teacher; GHS Alumnus

Monday, July 29, 2019

Gloucester City – On July 27, 2019. Age 82. Loving and devoted husband of 34 years to the late Mary Ellen Kraft, who passed away in 1995. Loving father of Linda (Richard) Stewart, Amy (John)…

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Authorities Investigating Homicide at Crescent Trailer Park

Thursday, August 01, 2019

UPDATED GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 1, 2019)– There was a murder at the Crescent Trailer Park, Route 130, yesterday (July 31, 2019). Asked about the incident Gloucester City Police Lt Steve Burkhardt said, \”There was…

Mrs. Gloria J. Hutchinson, age 92, of Gloucester City

Thursday, August 01, 2019

On July 31, 2019. Age 92. Of Gloucester City. Formerly of Wildwood. (nee Fiocca) Predeceased by her husband, Joseph Hutchinson. Survived by her children, Kitchy Cipolone (late Joseph), Francis “Joey” Hutchinson (Carole) and Michael Hutchinson…

Gloucester City Man Charged with KillIng Girlfriend

Thursday, August 01, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ–Gloucestercitynews.net—John Divetro, 51, of Gloucester City, was arrested and charged with stabbing and killing his girlfriend, Christine Madiraca, 52, on July 31, 2019. Gloucester City Police responded to a wellness check for the…

Brookers Win 30th NJ American Legion State Title

Friday, August 02, 2019

UNION, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 1, 2019)–Brooklawn Post 72 won its 30th State Championship on Wednesday, July 31 defeating Broad Street Park Post 313 by a score of 3-1 at Kean University\’s Jim Hynes Stadium Wednesday night….

Gloucester City Lady Brawlers Place 2nd in Eastern Nationals

Saturday, August 03, 2019

STERLING, VA–(Gloucestercitynews.net)-Gloucester City Lady Brawlers (12u) is fresh off a 2nd place finish at Eastern Nationals in Sterling VA July 18-21. They went 9-2 Head Coach- Ziggy Zearfoss Game 1 Brawlers won 5-0 vs. Lady…

Offering Home Buyers in Gloucester City and the Garden State More Affordable Opportunities

Monday, August 05, 2019

(Gloucester City, NJ)(Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 5, 2019)–New Jersey residents pay the highest property taxes in the US, climbing annually to an average of $8,767 last year. Although taxes are a little lower in Gloucester City, they are…

American Legion Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament; Brooklawn 1-1

Friday, August 09, 2019

Joanne McClellanjoannemcclellan joannemcclellan in top of the 2nd @BrooklawnLegion answers with 1 run bring score to 3-1 with @ViennaPost180 leading @legionbaseball Mid-Atlantic about 1 hour ago · reply · retweet · favorite joannemcclellan VA @vienna_post_180…

DEVELOPING STORY: Human Skull Found in Gloucester City

Friday, August 09, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)(August 9, 2019)–We received a tip earlier today about police activity in the 100 unit block of South Brown Street. A nearby neighbor said police were contacted after a human skull was…

Legion Baseball regionals: Day 3 recap

Saturday, August 10, 2019

RELATED: BROOKLAWN SPORTS THE AMERICAN LEGION We’re down to the penultimate day of the American Legion Baseball regional tournament and four teams remain in each region. There is one unbeaten team in each of the…

*VIDEOS: Army Lt. Colonel Jim Nicholson Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA (August 19,2019)—Army Lt. Col. James D.Nicholson of Gloucester City, New Jersey was laid to rest on Monday, August 19, 2019 at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors. Approximately 80 people (family and…

Steven Michael Belfiglio, of Yemassee, S.C; formerly of Gloucester City; Silver Star Recipient

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Steven Michael Belfiglio April 9, 1948 ~ August 12, 2019 (age 71) Yemassee, South Carolina (August 21,2019)(Gloucestercitynews.net)– Mr. Steven Michael Belfiglio, 71, of Yemassee, entered into rest Monday evening, August 12, 2019. A former resident…

Gloucester City Police Respond to Calls About Dogs Allegedly Being Abused

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

by CNBNewsnet Staff GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 21, 2019)—We received several calls earlier today about dogs being mistreated in the 200 unit block of Morris Street. The callers asked that their names not be used…

Two Gloucester City Residents Arrested in Delaware for Selling Heroin, Oxycodone Pills

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Largest Federal Heroin and Fentanyl-Laced Seizure In Delaware History…street value $1M Ten Kilograms of Heroin and 14,000 Fake Oxycodone Pills Seized …over 1.4 million doses of heroin (Gloucestercitynews.net)-WILMINGTON, Del. (Aug 29,2019)– David C. Weiss, United…

Merryfield Construction Group Selects Clayton Family for Free Roof Giveaway

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Merryfield Construction Company is Completing Roof Restoration Project CLAYTON, NJ (Gloucestercitynews.net)- Merryfield Construction Group announced Clayton homeowners Frank and Wendy Errig as the recipients of its 2019 donated new roof installation. Through its Restoration by…

Gloucester City Business Matches Donations for New Bikes

Thursday, August 29, 2019

By Dawn Watson/CNBNews Contributor Gloucester City, NJ (August 29, 2019)–RiverPark Pub, located at 200 Jersey Ave in Gloucester City, is known for its community involvement. With the sudden rash of bicycles being stolen in our…

Ruth E. (Blake) Robinson, of Gloucester City, age 92

Saturday, August 24, 2019

Gloucester City – On August 21, 2019. Age 92. (nee Radlinger). Loving mother to eight “Blake” boys, Stephen (Kathleen), Dennis (Susan), Jerre (Linda), Timothy (Deborah), William, Andrew (Patricia), Hugh (Marge), John (Shelly), grandmother great grandmother…

Cold Springs School Complex Opened Today

Tuesday, September 03, 2019

UPDATED/September 4, 2019 Gloucestercitynews.net photo William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ—The Cold Springs School complex, Market Street and Cold Springs Drive, was the site of happy parents and students rushing about as…

CNBNews Cheers and Jeers July/August 2019

Monday, September 09, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr | CNBNews Editor CHEER- Fifty-eight years ago the Gloucester City Democrat mayor and council announced on November 4, 1961 the fourth tax cut for residents in five years. We admit we…

Ruth J. Birney, of Gloucester City; Life Member of VFW Post 3620 Ladies Aux.; GHS Alumnus

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Gloucester City – On September 9, 2019, (nee Cunningham) of Gloucester City, NJ, age 89. She was the devoted wife for 63 year to the late John W. Birney, Sr., loving mother of John, Jr….

Bellmawr Police Officer Anthony J. Franklin Accused of Fracturing Man\’s Orbital Bone

Thursday, September 12, 2019

BELLMAWR, NJ (Sept. 12, 2019)—Bellmawr police officer Anthony J. Franklin has been charged with aggravated assault for allegedly sucker punching Donald Walker at a wedding in May, according to a FoxNews 29 news report released…

Judith Woodhouse, Gloucester City; Longtime Cafeteria Work, Member of Trinity UMC

Friday, September 20, 2019

Gloucester City – On September 16, 2019 (nee Crisp) of Gloucester City, NJ, age 70. She was the beloved daughter of the late August and Dorothy Crisp, loving mother of Gregg Woodhouse, Tara Lyons (William),…

10 SJ Fire Depts. Receive $2.5M in Funding

Friday, September 20, 2019

Gloucestercitynews.net–CHERRY HILL, NJ (9-20-19)– U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today announced that ten local fire departments will receive a total of $2,561,133 in funding from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of…

Mark W. Breslin of Gloucester City Struck and Killed by Hit & Run Driver

Monday, September 23, 2019

Mark Breslin Killed by Hit & Run Driver CNBNews.net–West Deptford, NJ–(September 23, 2019)On Thursday, September 19, 2019 at approximately 9:37 pm, the West Deptford Police Department received a report of a hit and run pedestrian…

A Mom\’s Story on the Dangers of Marijuana

uesday, September 24, 2019

BY LORI ROBERSON | MOMS STRONG Shane (photo, right) was my first-born son who grew into a handsome 6’4” young man. He always seemed larger than life and he had a big heart, infectious smile,…

Thomas J. “Tut” Kilcourse, Gloucester City Mayor, Councilman, and City Clerk Succumbs

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (9-24-19)–Thomas J. “Tut” Kilcourse of Gloucester City died on September 21, 2019 at the age 92. Beloved husband of the late Roseann Kilcourse (nee Herbert). Devoted uncle of Marie (Bill) Johnson. Loving…

Authorities Seek Public\’s Help Identifying Brooklawn Bank Robber

Thursday, September 26, 2019

CNBNewsnet–BROOKLAWN, NJ (9-26-19)–The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and the Brooklawn Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man who robbed a bank on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. The suspect entered the Wells…

New Sign for \”Drag Way\”; Criminals Charged with Major Crimes Set Free; Brooklawn Super Wawa Opening Soon

Friday, September 27, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet EAST THOMPSON AVENUE RECEIVES A STREET SIGN–Employees from the Gloucester City Public Works were seen erecting a 15mph street sign at the intersection of East Thompson Avenue and South…

Gloucester City Mayor and Police Chief Concerned about Increase in Crime at Crescent Trailer Park

Tuesday, October 08, 2019

CNBNEWS photo William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 8, 2019)—There have been several high-profile crimes this year at the Crescent Mobile Home Park, 1400 Crescent Blvd. For example, Delaware authorities arrested…

Gloucester City PD Receives Financial Gift from Conrail for Safety Equipment

Thursday, October 10, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 10, 2019)—-The Gloucester City Police Department recently received a donation from Conrail to be used for purchasing safety equipment. John Higgins, superintendent of Conrail\’s South Jersey Terminal presented the check to…

Clare F. Ward, Lifetime Resident of Gloucester City, Succumbs at Age 97

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Clare F. Ward Surrounded by her loving family at home, On October 16, 2019 at the age of 97. (nee Gorman). Lifelong resident of Gloucester City. Loving wife of the late John Francis Ward. Loving…

Bellmawr Mayor Issues Statement on Tainted Drinking Water

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Editor\’s Note: The Borough was notified by the state on September 26, 2019 about the tainted well. Twenty days later, on October 16, the letter below was released to the public. The mayor said in…

IT AIN\’T EASY GROWING OLD

Sunday, October 20, 2019

UPDATED William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet We visited a friend in a nursing home last week. She has Alzheimers Disease. Posted on the home\’s bulletin board was this poem about the terrible illness. Our…

Gloucester City History: Devlin\’s Haberdashery

Sunday, October 20, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ–Frank Devlin sent us this photo of his grandfather\’s haberdashery at 603 Monmouth street before the 1929 financial crash. Years later the store was the home of Pete Pellegrino\’s barber shop Pictured: Jack…

Margaret Tedesco of Gloucester City age 74; Employed by Gloucester City Schools

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Surrounded by her loving family, on October 21, 2019. Age 74, of Gloucester City. (nee Costello). Daughter of the late Francis Costello and Margaret Lubin. Loving wife of 47 years to Joseph E. Tedesco. Predeceased…

NJ101.5 Report Reveals 72 Drug Deaths in Gloucester City

Monday, October 21, 2019

(October 22, 2019)–Monday, New Jersey 101.5 released the first part of a four part report titled BATTLING ADDICTION. Between 2014 and 2018, the annual number of confirmed drug overdose deaths in New Jersey increased by…

Three Medical Marijuana Businesses Meet with Gloucester City Officials

Sunday, October 27, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews (GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 27, 2019)–The New Jersey Department of Health is presently reviewing three proposals/applications for medical marijuana facility to be built in the state in the near…

Lillian Watson Straub, (GHS Class of 1960) Inducted Into Camden County Sports Hall of Fame

Saturday, October 26, 2019

Lillian Watson Straub, formerly of Gloucester City, was inducted into the Camden Lillian Watson Straub with trophy (photo by Doris Cann) County Sports Hall Fame, on October 24, 2019. Starting at Gloucester City High School,…

Justin Fisher of Gloucester City Charged with Robbery of Stratford TD Bank

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Alleged Bank Robber Justin Fisher STRATFORD, NJ (October 30, 2019)–On October 28, 2019, Justin Fisher, 39, of Gloucester City, was charged in connection with a robbery that occurred in Stratford Borough thanks to tips from…

Charlie Bakely, Raised in Gloucester City; Long-Time Iron Worker, Former Westville Councilman, U.S Army Veteran, GHS Alumnus

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Charles C. Bakely William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ -(October 30, 2019)—Charles C. Bakely, of North Wildwood passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the age of 87. Charlie was born…

Videos: Camden City Not Rising says Film Producer

Monday, October 28, 2019

CNBNews (Camden City, NJ)–The video titled Camden Not Rising shows just a short version of some of the truths about Camden City, NJ. This City has been robbed by politicians as well as corporations claiming…

Where Did The Blood Come From At The Cedar Grove Cemetery?

Friday, November 01, 2019

UPDATED By William E. Cleary Sr.| CNBNews During our walk on Wednesday morning Peyton, my 5-year-old labrador, and I were surprised, to say the least, to see a puddle of blood in the grass laying…

Man Dies from Drug Overdose; Body Found on Lane Ave.

Saturday, November 02, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 2, 2019)–A man died from an apparent overdose near the intersection of Lane Avenue and Little Hunter Street around noon time today. According to a…

NJ Assembly Candidates Dilks and Pakradooni Say Opponents are Using their Campaign Slogan

Monday, November 04, 2019

Candidates Steve Pakradooni, (left)and Paul Dilks. Turnersville, NJ (November 4, 2019) – Paul Dilks and Steve Pakradooni, candidates for Assembly for the November 5th election were astonished at the sight of their slogan being used…

Dawn L. Rusk, of Gloucester City, age 48

Saturday, November 09, 2019

On November 3, 2019. Age 48. Of Gloucester City. Predeceased by her mother, Kathryn Rusk (nee Wrysec). Survived by her daughter Sophia Stuart; father, Harry Rusk; sisters, Donna Rusk (Richard), Denise Clifford (John) and Debra…

Team of Experts Perform Special Tasks to Preserve the Life of the Walt Whitman Bridge

Thursday, November 07, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ–The Walt Whitman Bridge weighs nearly 60,000 tons and is almost 12,000 feet in length and it takes a special team of experts to keep the iconic bridge clean and safe. Those experts…

Gloucester City\’s First Baptist Church Receives 10 Trees from NJ Tree Foundation

Monday, November 11, 2019

(CNBNewsnet)(Gloucester City, NJ) (November 11, 2019)-Saturday, November 9, the NJ Tree Foundation planted ten trees at the First Baptist Church and neighboring apartments on Monmouth Street in Gloucester City. Twenty-two volunteers came out to help…

GreatSchools.org Report on How Gloucester High School Students Do on College Entrance Exams

Friday, November 15, 2019

Here’s how Gloucester City Jr Sr High School students do on college entrance exams. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (November 15, 2019)–You know your child’s grades, but do you know if they’re prepared to succeed in college?…

Alleged White Supremacist from Brooklawn Charged with Wanting to Kill Blacks, Jews, and Gays

Sunday, November 17, 2019

UPDATED: Brooklawn Police Chief Shamus Ellis was asked if his department had any problems with Tobin recently. \”This was an FBI Investigation so as instructed, I will need to refer you to the FBI Philadelphia…

Harry G. \”Lil Har\” Wilson, Longtime Gloucester City Residen

t; Avid Car & Train Enthusiast; GHS Alumnus

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Nov. 19, 2019)–Harry G. “Lil Har” Wilson, age 81 of of Gloucester City passed away peacefully at home on Friday November 15, 2019. Harry was born in and had been a lifelong…

70 Plus Attend \”Ray Ford Old Timers\” Event in October

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 18, 2019)–The 70-some former athletes from Gloucester City High School and Gloucester Catholic High School had a great time October 18 at the newly reorganized second annual Ray Ford-Leon Harris, Sr….

New Jersey Crime Investigators Say Pagan\’s MC Expanding Into State; Total of 300 Members Plus

Monday, November 18, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews TRENTON, NJ–At a hearing in Trenton last month alleged members of the Pagan MC appeared before the New Jersey State Commission of Investigation to answer questions…

Rams Head Baseball Coach Announces Resignation; Cites Business Promotion for the Decision

Monday, November 18, 2019

UPDATED: Tussey posted the following statement regarding his resignation on his Twitter page; \”This is one of the toughest decisions I have had to make, but today (Nov 15, 2019) I have officially stepped down…

CNBNews Tips/Snippets: Growing Up Gloucester; White Supremacist a Fireman; Graffiti Problem in City

Sunday, November 24, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews GROWING UP GLOUCESTER–Back in the day, everyone knew everyone in Gloucester City. In those days it wouldn\’t be unusual if you even knew some members of the outlaw Pagan\’s…

Dennis M. Brandt Jr., Gloucester City Fireman, GCHS Alumni

Friday, November 22, 2019

Dennis M. Brandt, Jr.\’s dedication shaped him into a loving father, son, decorated firefighter, a loyal friend and ball-busting brother. Unknowingly and unexpectedly, during the early morning of Tuesday November 12th, Dennis had been called…

Alumni, Friends of Gloucester Catholic to Be Honored

Friday, November 22, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ — Alumni and friends of Gloucester Catholic High School will be honored on Sunday, November 24, during the annual Communion Breakfast. The Alumni Association is pleased to announce the following award winners…

Gloucester\’s Game Lions – Rams OT

Thursday, November 28, 2019

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (Nov. 28, 2019)–The annual battle between our two neighborhood schools ended regulation tied a 6 – 6. After scoreless first quarter Gloucester Catholic High hit pay dirt first taking a 6 -…

Steve James of Gloucester City; Volunteer Fireman, City Worker, Youth Coach, GHS Alum

Friday, December 06, 2019

Steven Thomas James “Worm” Gloucester City – On December 4, 2019, Age 56. Cherished Son of the late William F. James and Rosemary James (nee Keoghan). Cherished Brother of Therese (Mike) Smollock, late William P….

Now That\’s The Christmas Spirit!

Thursday, December 05, 2019

By CNBNews.net Staff (GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(Dec. 5, 2019)——With all the turmoil in the world it is nice to hear some good news now and then. Kelli Sharp, (nee Pfeffer)recently shared just such a tale with…

Approval Given for Railcar Carrying Dangerous LNG to Gibbstown Port

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

GIBBSTOWN, NJ–(Dec. 9, 2019)–PHMSA has approved a Special Permit to Energy Transfer Solutions LLC, a New Fortress subsidiary. New Fortress is looking to build an LNG facility in Gibbstown, NJ. The permit requests authorization for…

CNBNews Tips/Snippets:

The Most Dangerous Schools; 542 Cities to Receive Infrastructure Grants

Sunday, December 08, 2019

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet BAD NEWS! A New Jersey State Department of Education report released in March 2019 list the names of the most dangerous schools in the 21 counties of the state….

Pa Governor Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of DelCo/Gloucester City Fireman

Friday, December 13, 2019

MORTON, PA (December 10, 2019)—Former Gloucester City firefighter Michael Malinowski died suddenly on December 3. Malinowski was a volunteer firefighter with the Gloucester City Fire Department from 1996 to 2015. A few years back he…

(Video) Fire at Roadway Inn, Gloucester City

Thursday, December 12, 2019

Philadelphia GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Dec. 12, 2019)–A fire Tuesday night, Dec. 10 at the Roadway Inn, Rt. 130 and Market Street, was quickly extinguished, according to https://6abc.com/ Fire crews arrived at…

Msgr. Thomas J. McIntyre, Supt. of Diocese Schools, former GCHS Principal, Rams Alum

Thursday, December 12, 2019

GLASSBORO, NJ (Dec. 12, 2019)–The Rev. Thomas J. McIntyre, age 77, of Glassboro, NJ, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Dec. 6, 2019. Rev. Thomas J. McIntyre Born in…

Frank Keith, Active in Brooklawn American Legion; Football, Baseball and Softball Coach; GCHS Alum

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Francis “Frank” J. Keith Brooklawn – On December 16, 2019. Age 57. Loving and devoted husband of 27 years to Joan Keith (nee Murphy). Loving father of Michael J. Keith and Emily E. Keith. Cherished…

Pa Governor Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of DelCo/Gloucester City Fireman

Friday, December 13, 2019

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

Thursday, December 26, 2019

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…

Michael J. Gillen, Volunteer Member of Brooklawn Fire Dept/EMS; Past Member of Brooklawn Board of Ed

Thursday, December 26, 2019

Michael J. Gillen BROOKLAWN NJ–On December 23, 2019. Age 54. Of Brooklawn. Loving and devoted husband of 27 years to Margaret “Peg” Gillen (nee Spates). Loving father of Andrew and Mikaila Gillen. Cherished son of…

Dawn DiGiacomo Loved Life; Died Too Soon

Sunday, December 29, 2019

by William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 29, 2019)–—Funeral services for Dawn DiGiacomo will be held this afternoon starting 4 PM to 6 PM at McCann-Healey Funeral Home 851 Monmouth Dawn…

Linda Bittman, Gloucester City Employee, Member of School Board, Community Choir, 1st Baptist Church

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Linda Sue Bittman Gloucester City – Linda Sue Bittmann, 72, of Gloucester City, lost her battle with cancer on December 27, 2019. Linda was a long time resident of Gloucester City and an active member…

Camden City Closes the Year with a Homicide

Wednesday, January 01, 2020

CAMDEN CITY, NJ (January 1, 2019)–Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki reported a homicide that occurred in Camden on December 31, 2019. The Camden County Police Department…

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

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

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…

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Dawn DiGiacomo Loved Life; Died Too Soon

by William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (December 29, 2019)–—Funeral services for Dawn DiGiacomo will be held this afternoon starting 4 PM to 6 PM at McCann-Healey Funeral Home 851 Monmouth

Dawn DiGiacomo

Street., Gloucester City.

Dawn was a lifelong resident of Gloucester educated in the local Catholic School system, She graduated from Gloucester Catholic in 1987.

Her husband Vince DiGiacomo said he and Dawn were together for 32 years.

He said that Dawn wasn\’t sick for very long. \”She was having trouble walking, her knee kept giving out. It got so bad she couldn\’t walk. She was admitted

to Cooper Hospital and underwent a battery of tests. At the end of two weeks the doctors said she either had Stage 4 lung cancer or it was a parasite that was causing her problems. We looked at each other and said if we have a choice we will take the parasite. But, as you know it didn\’t work out that way\”

Vince said she was released from the hospital and for the next month as an outpatient she underwent two weeks of chemo and another two weeks of radiation.

\”After the treatments she was at home when she got a terrible pain in her ribs.

We thought she pulled a muscle and went back to the hospital.

Why doctors were examining her she told me not to stress out, go get a coffee. When I came back later she was in a different room and hooked up to all these machines. She had a breathing tube inserted in her trachea. We never had a verbal conversation again after that day. That was the last time I talked with her. \”

At one point she died but doctors were able to revive her after 8 minutes. \”She was never the same after that,\” Vince said.

\”The cancer

spread into her back and into her brain. The doctors said she had 50 lesions on her brain.\”

Dawn loved spending time down the shore. She was into crafts and would gather seashells from the beach her husband said. \”She would make wreaths out of the shells and give them to friends as a gift. She also liked crabbing and fishing. One of the places she like was Champagne Island which was near the North Wildwood Marina. We would head out there in our pontoon boat and spend the day. She loved to garden. She always had to have some kind of water feature like a pond around the garden. Dawn died too soon, she loved life,\” he said.

Besides her husband Dawn is survived by her children Derick and Ashley Fowler, Amber DiGiacomo, Vincent DiGiacomo, Jr. and Dominick DiGiacomo. Cherished grandmother of Brianna, C.J., Maximus and Derick, Jr. Cherished daughter of Earl T. Fowler, Sr. and the late Louise A. Fowler. Beloved sister of Michelle and Thomas Quinn, Stephanie and John Bryszewski, Kimberly and Michael Morrell and Earl Jr. and Kelliann Fowler. Beloved daughter in law of Amelia Fountain and sister in law of Aldy and Tina DiGiacomo, Georgeanne and John Fagan and Nicole and Doug Rathbone. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins and her beloved dog, Opie.

Tomorrow, Monday, December 30

a viewing will be held from 9:45 to 10:45 AM at St. Mary’s Church, 426 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM in the church. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park Mausoleum, Hurffville.

In lieu of flowers donations are requested to Animal Welfare Assoc., 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043. Please memo, Dawn M. DiGiacomo.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mcannhealey.com

under the obituary of Dawn Marie DiGiacomo. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City, NJ. Ph: 856-456-1142.

Dawn DiGiacomo, 51, of Gloucester City; GCHS Alumnus

Now That\’s The Christmas Spirit!

By CNBNews.net Staff

(GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ)(Dec. 5, 2019)——With all

the turmoil in the world it is nice to hear some good news now and then. Kelli Sharp, (nee Pfeffer)recently shared just such a tale with CNBNews about her family, friends and perfect strangers helping her get the Christmas Spirit.

Kelli, resides on Market Street with her husband Brett and their children. Kelli is a 1998 graduate of Gloucester High. This past summer the Sharp family lost all of their Christmas decorations they had stored in their basement because of the severe flooding on that street in June.

Sharp said, \”I, along with many members of my immediate family,

have lived, in Gloucester City our entire life. In June my immediate family and I where one of the residents on Market Street affected by the flood. We lost everything in our basement. That included all my Christmas decorations and I do mean all. I have added to my collection year after year. My children would say our house looked like a winter wonderland.\”

\”With not having decorations not even a tree I really was not feeling the Christmas spirit this year.

My brother took to Facebook on Nov 30.

My aunt, Connie Devoe, reached out to a local organization called \”The Helpers.\”

That same night my brother showed up with a truck full of Christmas stuff. Stockings, lights, garland a tree. Decorations for the inside and outside of my house.\”

\”I was overwhelmed with the generosity.

I can\’t thank everyone enough who helped us this year. It meant so much to me and my family.

We spent this past Sunday decorating.\”

\”There is so much sadness and death in the world. Somedays that is all you hear about on the television or radio. The people who helped us have instilled my trust and confidence in the human race.\”

\”On behalf of my family I would like to publicly thank my brother John Pfeffer, my aunt Connie DeVoe and \”The Helpers\” including Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Spotts and Terey and Jean Ayres. Hopefully I have not forgotten anyone if so please forgive me. I have included some photos of the new decorations. \”

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