UGRR Cyclists to Explain Why They Ride

UGRR Nine paused at the Mott House headed to Canada Photo by Renee McKenzie

Members of the Underground Railroad Nine will tell why they ride along the path of the Underground Railroad at the Sept. 10 meeting at 7 p.m. in observance of International Underground Railroad Month.

The free Zoom meeting requires advance registration.

The cyclists visited Lawnside and the Peter Mott House in 2023 on their way to Owen Sound, Canada, in respect to Harriet Tubman for the Emancipation Festival held there annually.

Their mission is to educate about this important history.

Borough of Brooklawn Upcoming Events

Commissioner Potosnak Sworn In Announces New Leadership Team

Following his swearing in today, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak announced the executive leadership team that will work alongside him to focus on responsive government and affordability for the state’s residents.

“I am very pleased to announce an experienced leadership team composed of professionals with extensive experience in environmental protection,” Commissioner Potosnak said. “We are dedicated to building partnerships and working collaboratively with all stakeholders to protect our environment and enhance quality of life in New Jersey. Together, we will deliver on Governor Sherrill’s mission to make government more efficient and responsive while continuing the DEP’s longstanding tradition as a national leader in protecting the environment and public health.”

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Wanted: Suspect for Shooting Incident in the 19th District

The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Unit is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the suspect depicted in the following video for the incident that occurred on August 31st, 2026 inside of store located on the 5900 block of Haverford Avenue. The suspect entered a commercial establishment located on 5900 Haverford Avenue at 12:08 am and fired a semi-automatic firearm striking the victim in his shoulder.

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DOJ Announces Launch of National Fraud Detection Center

NFDC Opens with Widespread Collaboration with Inspectors General and Law Enforcement Agencies

Today, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the launch of the National Fraud Detection Center (NFDC), a prosecutor-led, multi-agency team designed to investigate the most harmful actors defrauding federal government programs, including illicit actors overseas and those operating fraud schemes across federal programs. The NFDC will bring together law enforcement agencies and analytical capabilities to generate criminal leads to drive more impactful prosecutions and enhance fraud-fighting results for the American people.

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CNBNews Photo of the Day; Just Unbelieveable!

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Sept. 9, 2026)–For nearly a year, letter carriers assigned to the Riverview Heights section of Gloucester City have continued to stuff mail into the mailbox at 31 Barnard Avenue until it is literally overflowing. The photograph above documents a situation that should have been addressed long ago.

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Email Scam- Camden County Fraudulent Planning Board Invoices

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is alerting residents and business owners of an ongoing investigation into fraudulent invoices sent via email by individuals posing as members of the Camden County Planning Board, Director of Public Works, and Director of Planning. In these emails, the individuals involved in the scam are attempting to solicit funds through wire transfer by directing recipients to send payment to illegitimate accounts.

The Camden County Planning Board, as well as all municipal Planning Boards, will NOT randomly solicit funds through email.

If you receive one of these emails, please DO NOT CLICK on the provided links, call the provided phone number, or email the provided email address on that email. Simply DELETE the email, and if you wish to verify that the Camden County Planning Board or Public Works or Director of Planning are attempting to contact you, call them directly at 856-757-7214.

Joseph E. Worrell, 68, of Cherry Hill

Joseph E. Worrell passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 68. Born in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania on November 4, 1957, Joe was formerly a long-time resident of The Villas.

Dedicated to a life of hard, honest work, Joe spent his career as a carpet layer, taking pride in his trade for decades until his retirement around age 60.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Florence Worrell, his brother Rick Worrell, and his sister Denise Worrell-Schartner.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his burial on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 10:00 am at Waterford Memorial Park Cemetery, 629 Pestleton Road, Waterford Works, NJ 08089

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

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.

Westville Police Department

Attention Residents!

Camden and Gloucester Counties are experiencing another rise in vehicle burglaries and thefts to unlocked vehicles.

Remember to lock your vehicles at all times and remove any all valuables. If you see something or someone committing suspicious activity, contact dispatch at 856-456-0028. Do not wait or take the time to post on social media before contacting police.