by Jeanna Henry

Permeable pavement products can be used together with other green infrastructure.

When it rains, or as snow and ice melt, I frequently notice streams of water running off of my lawn, onto the street, into the storm sewer, and ultimately to a local waterway. I’ve also noticed an increase in flooded roadways and neighborhoods in my area even after a moderate to heavy rain. Unfortunately, stormwater is not just a localized issue, it is a problem across the country. As the saying goes: when it rains, it pours.

Flooding results in economic costs, human health impacts, and environmental damage in its wake. A major factor in more frequent flooding events is the increasing cover of impervious surfaces, such as roadways, parking lots and rooftops. Since these hard surfaces do not allow stormwater to naturally seep into the ground, most rainfall turns into runoff. With continuing development and growth, what options are available to minimize the effects of impervious surfaces? A more sustainable solution is to replace or substitute conventional pavements with permeable pavements – a green infrastructure tool.

On March 18, 2015, of Gloucester City, NJ, age 88. He was the beloved husband of the late Doris E. (nee Blow) and dear brother of Joseph B. McDonnell (Ginger), and the late Anne Manelski and Francis McDonnell. He is also survived by his loving caregivers Linda Baile and Hansen Burgesson and many loving nieces, nephews and dear friends. Tom was an active and devoted member of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension. He spent many hours taking care of its building and grounds. He also liked to travel and play golf. Relatives and friends are invited to meet Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 110 Sussex St., Gloucester City, NJ. A Mass of Resurrection and Burial Office will be celebrated at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park, Cinnaminson, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Episcopal Church of the Ascension at the address listed above would be appreciated. Memories and condolences may be left at the Etherington Creran Funeral Home, 700 Powell Street, Gloucester City 08030

HAMILTON NJ–Friday, at approximately 1:29 p.m., New Jersey State Troopers responded to a
serious crash on the westbound side of the Atlantic City Expressway, at milepost 20.4, Hamilton Township.

Sean McBride, 35, of Egg Harbor Township, was driving a 2003 Jeep Liberty with passenger Gabrielle Lynnes, 31, of Marmora, N.J., when he lost control of the vehicle and subsequently crashed into a 2003 BMW that was stopped on the right shoulder. Scott Lerario, 38, of Linwood, N.J., was outside of the BMW checking on a flat when the crash occurred. He was struck and thrown by the Jeep Liberty.

When troopers arrived, Sean McBride and Gabrielle Lynnes were being removed from the Jeep, which had caught fire. All three individuals were transported to AtlantiCare Medical Center. Sean McBride and Gabrielle Lynnes were pronounced deceased at the hospital. Scott Lerario was listed as stable. The cause and circumstances of this crash are currently under investigation.

There is no additional information available at this time.

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Cherry Hill, NJ (March 20, 2015) – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross announced that Rowan University was awarded a $612,823 grant to provide 30 scholarships over the next 5 years to academically strong engineering students. Awarded by the National Science Foundation, an independent federal agency created and funded by Congress, the grant will fund Rowan’s \”Scholarships to Enhance Southern New Jersey High-Tech Workforce\” project, providing tuition assistance to outstanding students who may not otherwise be able to afford college.

Dr. John Murphy

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A celebration of John\’s life will be held at La Jolla Christian Fellowship, 627 Genter Street, at 3 p.m. on March 22, 2015. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association , Bucknell University, Temple University School of Medicine, or a charity of your choice .

Published in U-T San Diego on Mar. 21, 2015

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424 OFFERS ACCEPTED AND 280 CLOSINGS IN CONTINUING EFFORT TO MOVE HOMES FROM REPEATEDLY FLOODED AREAS

TRENTON – The first Woodbridge demolitions in the post-Sandy Blue Acres residential property buyout program are occurring this week, marking another major milestone in the state\’s continuing efforts to move homeowners out of harm\’s way, the Department of Environmental Protection announced today.

Demolitions in the township started last week when homes on Watson Avenue and Crampton Avenue, all of which are adjacent to the Heards Brook, were razed. Today, a repeatedly flood-damaged home at nearby 560 Heidelberg Avenue was taken down. Additional demolitions will be scheduled in the township over the next several months.

Following execution of a search warrant at the Da Da Da Spa at 465 Woodbury-Glassboro Road in Mantua Township NJ late Wednesday (3/18), officers of the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office charged one woman with promoting prostitution and another with engaging in prostitution at the spa.

Charged with promoting prostitution was Kyong Stolow (DOB 2/4/55), of the Woodbury-Glassboro road business address where she was arrested. Also arrested there and charged with engaging in prostitution was Esther S. Kim (DOB 4/15/81), of Philadelphia. Both women were released on their own recognizance.

Fishing is an activity that can be started at any age by any person regardless of gender, physical size or athletic ability. Fishing can also be enjoyed individually or with family and friends. A great way to introduce youth to fishing is through the \”Hooked On Fishing – Not On Drugs\” (HOFNOD) Program.

\”Hooked On Fishing – Not On Drugs\” is a unique, nationally recognized program created by the Future Fisherman Foundation. In 2012, Governor Christie signed legislationestablishing the statewide implementation of the HOFNOD program. The legislation provided initial funding through an appropriation of $200,000 from the state\’s Drug Enforcement and Demand Reduction Fund. (See below for the identical State Assembly and Senate bills.)

DOVER (March 19, 2015) – Delaware confronts climate change and faces the challenge of preparing for it in a new video airing this week on the DNREC YouTube Channel.