Upper Township Awarded Volunteer Fire and EMS Grant

New Jersey American Water presented Upper Township, N.J. with a $2,282.09 grant as part of the company’s 2026 Volunteer Fire and EMS Grant Program, which awarded about $50,000 to 21 volunteer fire and EMS departments across its service areas. The township will use the funding to purchase four Motorola Monitor 7 Voice Pagers with extended warranties and programming for the units, helping first responders receive emergency notifications and communications more effectively.

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Philadelphia Police Report the Following Incidents


The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be shared as they become available. Current incidents will be shared as they are received throughout the day. 

16th District – Shooting

On August 29, 2026, at approximately 2:59 a.m., 16th District officers responded to a police radio assignment for a person with a gun/report of a shooting at 40th and Poplar Streets. Upon arrival, officers located a 45-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his right leg. Police transported the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition. No arrest has been made, and the motive remains unknown at this time. The investigation is ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

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James T. McColligan, 58, of Gloucester City

Jimmy was the Beloved Son of Edward and Sandy (nee Fithian) McColligan. He is survived by his Brothers, Ed (Tracey), Steven (Kristen), and Dave (Maria) McColligan. He was a Loving Uncle, Nephew, & Cousin and had many lifelong Friends that he was close to. He was also very lucky to have his “Sister”/ Loving Neighbor” Arlene Batezel who spent countless hours at the house with him.

Jimmy, AKA “Jimbo”, “Bo”, and “Radar,” was a Graduate of the Gloucester City High School Class of ’85. He was a NASCAR Fan and an avid motorcycle enthusiast who later became a Harley Davidson Mechanic. He worked briefly at Barb’s Harley Davidson and was a long time employee at Salem County Harley. He was a fun loving guy who always made time for his family and friends. He enjoyed riding and camping and made lots of memories on many trips and adventures over the years. 

In Jimmy’s honor, please come out in your favorite Harley shirt or your favorite rock band T-Shirt and be comfortable as Jimmy would want. No need to dry clean the suits! He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is finally at peace and no longer in pain!

Relatives an friends may call on Tuesday morning, September 1st at McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Interment will be private.

 In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org in memory of James McColligan.

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We The People: Freedom of Speech Podium

Under the First Amendment, we the people are given Freedom of Speech. This is a gift from our founding fathers. At Thursday night’s, August 26, Gloucester City Council meeting I proposed installing a CITIZENS

PODIUM equipped with a microphone in order for the public to express their concerns to our elected officials.

This podium will be dedicated in the memory of Theresa Graham. Theresa served as the president of the Gloucester City Board of Education for many years. She was also the president of the Gloucester City Senior Citizens Association. She was a watch dog for our community for many years. And, she attended many council meetings always expressing her opinion on matters pertaining to the operation of the City that she loved dearly.

She told like it was. I know this because she called me out a few times when I was the City’s mayor.

Donations for this citizens podium can be sent to : Theresa’s Freedom Podium, c/o Bob Bevan, 522 Jefferson Avenue, Gloucester City, NJ 08030

Sincerely,

Robert S. Bevan,

former Gloucester City Mayor

ANCHOR Filing Season has Begun

This program offers property tax relief to New Jersey residents who own or rent property in New Jersey as their main home and meet certain income limits. This year’s ANCHOR benefit is based on residency, income, and age from 2025.

Visit newjersey.gov for more information.

Wanted: Suspect for Homicide in the 25th District

The Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit is looking to identify the suspect, depicted in the following surveillance video excerpts, as part of an ongoing investigation into the homicide by shooting of a 60-years-old male, that occurred on Monday, August 5th, 2024, at about 2:51 AM, at Rising Sun Avenue and Goodman Street.

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Pamela Powell, 75, of Gloucester City

Pamela Powell, aged 75, of Gloucester City, New Jersey, passed away on August 23, 2026 at home.

Born in Camden, New Jersey, on November 21, 1950, Pamela was the cherished daughter of the late William A. Powell and Anna Theresa McVey Powell. She was a Gloucester City High graduate who spent her career in service to her community. Pamela worked for over six years in housekeeping at Nemours in Deptford, NJ, and served as a longtime, familiar face behind the bar at the Red Mill. She was also a dedicated member of the ICAC Club of Gloucester City.

Pamela was a loving mother, MeMe, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She is survived by her sons, John Wrigley and Edward Wrigley; her cherished grandchildren, MacKenzie (Nicholas) Roberto and John “Boo” Wrigley; great-grandchildren, Adrianna and Aubrey; her sister, Angela Powell; her brothers, John Powell, Michael Powell (Yvonne), and Anthony Powell; as well as many loving nieces and nephews; and beloved friends, Maryann, Dee, Barb, and Maureen. Predeceased by her lifelong friend, Michael Massey.

Services will be private at the family’s request.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Pamela Powell. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph:856-456-1142

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New Jersey Grants: Export Expenses & Green Nonprofits

Small Businesses Can Get Up to $15,000 for Export Activities—Deadline September 1

New Jersey small businesses with 10% or less of total sales going to international buyers can apply for federal STEP grants covering up to $15,000 in export-related expenses. The reimbursement program covers trade show participation, export training, international marketing, and trade missions.

All business types qualify if they meet SBA small business size standards. Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served until September 1 or when funds are exhausted. Approximately 80 businesses will be funded.

Businesses that received less than $50,000 in total previous STEP funding remain eligible. All activities must be completed by September 29, 2027.

There are only a few days to act. Call 1-800-JERSEY-7 (800-537-7397) and ask for the Office of Export Promotion. 

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Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Art Winners

2026 Winners

Congratulations to our 2026 Atlantic highly migratory species art contest winners! The winning 13 pieces of artwork are featured in the 2027 calendar highlighting the importance of Atlantic HMS to healthy ecosystems and to celebrate NOAA Fisheries’ successes in conservation through sustainable fisheries management. Thank you to all the students who participated in this year’s contest!

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Delaware Hunting Season Opens Tuesday, Sept. 1

Delaware hunters can take advantage of a larger daily bag limit during resident Canada goose season starting Sept. 1 /Delaware DNREC photo

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that several Delaware hunting seasons will open on Tuesday, Sept. 1, marking the start of the overall 2026-27 hunting season. These early seasons are a longstanding tradition for the state’s hunters, who through such early opportunities afield play a vital role in conserving Delaware’s wildlife resources.

Delaware deer hunters will open the season on Tuesday, Sept. 1 with the archery and crossbow seasons. Gamebird hunters can go afield the same day for the start of resident Canada goose and mourning dove seasons. Opening later in the month are the special September teal and gray squirrel seasons. For a complete list of season dates and regulations for all species throughout the rest of the season, refer to the annual Delaware Hunting & Trapping Guide.

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