Judge Affirms Life Sentence in 1988 Murder Case

Woodbury, NJ – A life sentence for Kenneth Houseknecht, who was convicted in the  1988 murder of 12-year-old Kim Anderson, was reaffirmed by the Honorable Kevin  T. Smith today, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced. 

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: On April 19, 1988, 14-year-old Houseknecht broke into the Anderson home, where  Kim was home alone getting ready for school, with the intention of stealing money.  During the incident, Houseknecht brutally attacked the victim, beating and  repeatedly stabbing her, resulting in her death. 

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 Meet Sparky — the Gloucester County Animal Shelter’s – Pet of the Week!

Sparky is a sweet 10-year-old girl searching for a calm and loving forever home. After sadly losing her beloved owner, Sparky was shy and scared at first, but her gentle personality has slowly started to shine through.

She loves soft pets, kind voices, and once she bonds with you, she’ll reward you with sweet kisses and endless affection. 

Sparky would thrive in a peaceful home where she can blossom at her own pace and enjoy the love and comfort she deserves. If you’re looking for a loyal companion, Sparky may be the perfect match for you!

Gloucester County Animal Shelter – 1200 N. Delsea Drive, Clayton – 856-881-2828

Apply to adopt today! 

Seasonal Employment Opportunity

Gloucester County Parks & Recreation is hiring Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Workers!

Spend the summer working outdoors while helping maintain Gloucester County parks and public spaces.

 $16/hour

 Full-time seasonal position

 Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

 Must be 18 or older

If you enjoy outdoor work, landscaping, and being part of a hardworking team, apply today! Gloucester County residents preferred.

Scan the QR code to apply today EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Email your application to jobs@gloucestercountynj.gov!

“Pop-up Party” Hosts Indicted for Inciting a Riot Charges 

Woodbury, NJ – Elijah Evans, 19, of Pine Hill, and Serenity Hall, 19, of Camden, have been indicted on charges of inciting a riot after a party they allegedly hosted  led to multiple violent events and calls for service. 

According to documents filed in this case: 

On June 29, 2025, the Glassboro Police Department responded to multiple calls on  Rowan Boulevard for various reasons including an armed robbery, a shooting, a stolen motor vehicle, noise complaints, fights, burglary, and disturbances. An investigation found a pop-up “Summer Block Party” had been advertised via  social media with the date and time listed as June 29, 2025, at 10 p.m. The flyer  also contained language encouraging disorderly and unlawful behavior toward law  enforcement. 

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Vineland Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Unlawful Possession of a Handgun

Woodbury, NJ – Danny D. Cabrera, Jr., 20, of Vineland, was sentenced Friday to a  5-year prison sentence by the Honorable Russell A. DePersia for unlawful  possession of a handgun pursuant to a plea agreement. 

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: On June 6, 2024, Cabrera’s vehicle was stopped by the Franklin Township Police  Department. During the stop, a handgun was found in Cabrera’s waist bag. He was  subsequently charged with second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon without  a permit and fourth-degree possession of large capacity ammunition. 

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West Deptford Woman Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Woodbury, NJ – Alba A. Batistini, 28, of West Deptford, was arrested and charged  with one count of third-degree possession of child sexual abuse material today,  Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.  

According to documents filed in this case: 

The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office received tips from the National Center  for Missing and Exploited Children about an individual uploading child sexual  abuse material (CSAM). An investigation led to the execution of a search warrant  at Batistini’s residence where electronics were seized. Forensic analysis found  78 images and four videos of CSAM on these devices and an additional two CSAM videos within a cloud-based storage program. 

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West Deptford Man Charged Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material 

Woodbury, NJ – Ralph C. Foy, 40, of West Deptford, was arrested and charged with  possession of child sexual abuse material and creating deepfake or AI-generated  child sexual abuse material on Tuesday, Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.  

According to documents filed in this case: 

The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office received a tip from the National Center  for Missing and Exploited Children about an individual uploading child sexual  abuse material (CSAM). An investigation led to the execution of a search warrant at  Foy’s residence where digital media items were seized. Forensic analysis found 76  CSAM images on Foy’s personal cellphone. Additionally, investigators found several  other images of a minor victim that had been digitally manipulated using artificial  intelligence to convert otherwise appropriate photographs into nude images.  

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Franklinville Man Sentenced to 40 Years in 2022 Bar Shooting

Walter Gilliano, 28, of Franklinville, was sentenced to 40 years in  state prison Thursday by the Honorable Roger Lai for first-degree murder and  related weapons charges stemming from the 2022 shooting of Chad Stuart in the  parking lot of a Franklin Township bar. 

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: On Sept. 24, 2022, officers from the Franklin Township Police Department arrived  at Villari’s Sports Bar for reports of a gunshot wound. The victim, Chad Stuart, 31,  of Clayton, was lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head. Gilliano told  officers he had shot Stuart. The investigation revealed that Gilliano and the victim  had argued in the parking lot after the bar closed. The defendant then got into his  car and drove away only to return a few minutes later with a gun. An eyewitness  told police that Gilliano pointed the gun at the victim and shot him. The victim was  transported to the hospital where he died from his injuries. 

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Pet of the Week: Meet Gandalf!

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Gloucester County Senior Spring Picnic

Tickets for the much-anticipated Senior Spring Picnic are officially on sale! 

Residents can purchase tickets online or stop by in person—we’re excited to see such a great turnout already from those securing their spot for this special event.