Category: CONSUMER NEWS

GTPD Community Bulletin: Protect Your Holiday Gifts – Snap a Photo of Those Serial Numbers! 

Tis the season for joy, family, and generous gifts – from new laptops and tablets to gaming consoles, electric scooters, and other electronics under the Christmas tree. But did you know that burglaries often spike during the holidays, with thieves targeting homes full of shiny new valuables.

Take one simple step today to safeguard your presents: Photograph the serial numbers on all expensive gifts, especially electronics! Why? If stolen, serial numbers help police identify and return your items!

It’s quick: Just flip the device over, find the serial number (often on the back, bottom, or in settings), and snap a clear photo. Store them securely in the cloud or email them to yourself!

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts Winter Break Camps and New Year’s Noon Celebration

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia School of Circus Arts is ending 2025 on a high-flying note with Kid’s Day Off Circus Camps for Winter Break Week and a New Year’s Eve Day Circus Workshop and Noon Countdown. Head to the Philadelphia region’s big top for circus fun between Christmas and New Year for two new programs. First, for Winter Break, children are invited to turn those long winter days into high-flying, energy-burning, joy-filled adventures with new Kid’s Day Off Circus Camps – the perfect break-week solution for children in Kindergarten through 7th grade. Camps run from 9:00am to 3:00pm on December 24, 26, 29, 30, 31 and January 2. Kids will spend the day learning circus skills such as aerial sling, static trapeze, wire walking, juggling, plate spinning, rolling globe, tumbling, clowning and more. No prior experience is needed.

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TSA prepares for holiday travel season to cap record year

WASHINGTON – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is gearing up for a busy end-of-year holiday travel season, one that may reach record passenger levels. TSA is fully staffed and ready to screen a projected 44.3 million travelers at the nation’s airport security checkpoints between Friday, Dec 19, 2025, through Sunday, Jan 4, 2026. The agency expects the heaviest traveler volume will be about 2.86 million on Sunday, Dec 28, followed by Dec 19, 20, 21, 27, and 29. The busiest day last year was Friday, Dec. 27, when TSA screened just under 2.85 million travelers.

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Why January Sees a Spike in Rehab Admissions—and What That Tells Us About Recovery

The calls start coming the week after New Year’s. Treatment centers across the country report the same pattern: phones light up in January like no other month. It’s not a coincidence.

The holiday season creates a perfect pressure cooker. Family gatherings where old wounds resurface. Office parties with open bars. The expectation that everyone should feel joyful when many feel anything but. For people already struggling with substance use, November and December become a white-knuckle exercise in just getting through.

Then comes January 2nd. The decorations look tired. The credit card bills arrive. The hangovers blur together. And somewhere in that bleak first week, something shifts. The same denial that held through Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve suddenly cracks.

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Camden County roadwork projects

Lindenwold, NJ) – Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of December 21 to December 26. 

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

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Wind Advisory until 1:00 AM Saturday

* WHAT…Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE…In Delaware, Delaware Beaches County. In New Jersey, Eastern Monmouth, Western Monmouth, Atlantic, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Cape May, Coastal Atlantic, Coastal Ocean, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties.

* WHEN…From 1 AM Friday to 1 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* AFFECTED AREAS: DELAWARE BEACHES … WESTERN MONMOUTH … EASTERN MONMOUTH … OCEAN … ATLANTIC … CAPE MAY … ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY … COASTAL ATLANTIC … COASTAL OCEAN … SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON

Instructions:Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects, including any holiday decorations.

Community Message: GTPD Citizens Police Academy For 2026- Sign Up Today!

REGISTER IS OPEN FOR THE Gloucester Township Police 2026 CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY! Registration links can be found on our website here!: https://gtpolice.com/community-page/198

Classes are FREE, and begin on January 15, 2026. They are held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and run for 14 weeks!

Would you like to learn more about the Gloucester Township Police Department?

The Gloucester Township Police Department in a continuing effort to foster an even better police community partnership would like to invite any Gloucester Township, New Jersey resident 16 years of age or older to attend the Citizens Police Academy. The course will include an overview of the police department and the administration, police communications, special operations, criminal investigations, traffic safety, K9, Special Response Team, Crime Scene Unit and much more. Also, all attendees of the Citizen Police Academy will be trained in the use of CPR for the home.

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The Rise of Social Casinos: Why Millions Are Choosing Free-to-Play Gaming in 2025

The online gaming landscape is experiencing a dramatic transformation. While traditional online casinos continue to operate, a new wave of entertainment has captured the attention of millions of American players: social casinos. These innovative platforms combine the thrill of casino-style gaming with a risk-free, entertainment-first approach that resonates with modern players seeking fun without financial stress.

Among the newest entries making waves in this space is Cashoomo casino, which has quickly established itself as one of the top-rated social casino platforms in the United States. With exceptional reviews on Trustpilot and growing praise across Reddit communities, Cashoomo represents everything players love about the new generation of social gaming.

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Understanding the Social Casino Revolution

Social casinos operate on a fundamentally different model than traditional gambling platforms. Instead of wagering real money, players use virtual currencies to enjoy their favorite casino games. This approach removes the financial risk while preserving the entertainment value that makes casino gaming so appealing.

The appeal is straightforward: players can experience the excitement of slots, table games, and other casino classics without worrying about losses. For many Americans, this represents the ideal balance between entertainment and responsibility.

Why Players Are Making the Switch

Several factors drive the growing preference for social casinos. First, accessibility plays a crucial role. Social casino platforms are legal and available in virtually every US state, unlike traditional online gambling which remains restricted in many jurisdictions.

Second, the entertainment-focused model attracts players who enjoy casino games but prefer not to gamble with real money. Whether due to personal preference, budget considerations, or simply wanting stress-free entertainment, these players find social casinos perfectly suited to their needs.

Third, modern social casinos offer impressive game libraries that rival their real-money counterparts. High-quality graphics, engaging gameplay mechanics, and regular content updates keep players entertained for hours.

The Community Factor

One aspect that sets social casinos apart is the emphasis on community. These platforms often incorporate social features that allow players to connect, compete, and share their experiences. Leaderboards, tournaments, and friend systems create a sense of camaraderie that pure gambling sites rarely achieve.

This community-driven approach explains why platforms with strong reputations on social media and review sites tend to thrive. Players share their positive experiences, recommend games to friends, and build communities around their favorite platforms.

Looking Ahead

The social casino industry shows no signs of slowing down. As more players discover the benefits of risk-free casino entertainment, established platforms continue to grow while new competitors enter the market. For players seeking quality entertainment without financial worry, social casinos offer an increasingly attractive option.

Whether you’re a seasoned casino enthusiast looking for a more relaxed experience or a newcomer curious about casino games, the social casino model provides an accessible, enjoyable entry point into this exciting world of entertainment.

‘Patient and Provider Protection Act’ Clears Committee

Bill would address the rising cost of prescription drugs by establishing requirements for pharmacy benefit managers

(TRENTON) – With prescription drug prices continuing to rise, the need for stronger oversight and accountability in the pharmaceutical supply chain has never been greater. Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Roy Freiman to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) took a major step forward as Assembly bill A4953 cleared the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee.

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Army-Navy Game: Camaraderie, honor and service

By Henry Howard-Commander-News

American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley compared success in the military to victory on the gridiron as part of the 126th annual Army-Navy Game presented by USAA on Dec. 13 at M&T Stadium in Baltimore.

“These guys are defending their turf, trying to keep the other side from getting in the end zone,” said Wiley, an Air Force veteran. “When their service academy time is up, they’ll be officers serving this great country and they’ll be defending America’s turf. And when you think about the things that you learn through sports, you learn teamwork, discipline, leadership and grit. And all those things that not only serve you well in life, but in the military too.”

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