6 Overlooked Gardening Tasks That Cost You Money

You didn’t get into gardening to funnel your money into a black hole disguised as ‘just one more trip to the garden centre.’

And yet somehow, here you are, replacing plants that didn’t make it, topping up fertiliser like it’s a subscription service, and side-eyeing tools that retired far earlier than expected.

The thing is, it’s rarely the big decisions that drain your wallet. It’s the small, easy-to-ignore tasks that snowball into expensive problems. Fortunately, they’re all fixable, and all you need is one weekend to get your garden back on track. Here’s where to start.

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Investigation Reveals Fatal Waretown House Fire Ruled Accidental, Woman, Age 71, Died

Cleary’s Notebook News (April 3, 2026)-Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Ocean Township Police Chief Michal Rogalski announced that on April 2, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Ocean Township (Waretown) Police Department and Waretown Fire Departments were dispatched to a structure fire on Route 9 in Waretown. During a primary search of the structure, emergency personnel discovered a deceased 71-year-old female in a first-floor bedroom in the northwest corner of the structure.

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NJ Department of Corrections Releases Latest Recidivism Report

Report highlights continued record-low number of individuals released and reincarcerated for a new offense within three years of release

The New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) announces the publication of the 2021 Recidivism Outcome Report, which found that that reincarcerations for new criminal convictions continue to decline. The report, which tracks 4,174 individuals released in 2021 over a three-year period, demonstrates the continued effectiveness of the Department’s rehabilitation and reentry initiatives in strengthening public safety across New Jersey.

The latest report shows that New Jersey’s recidivism rate has reached a new low; only 6% of those released in 2021 were reincarcerated for a new conviction within three years. This reflects a significant long-term downward trend since 2013, dropping approximately 50 percent for both the male (approximately 12 percent to 6 percent) and female (approximately 4 percent to just under 2 percent) release cohort.

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CUHC Joins American College of Surgeons’

VIDEO: How Cooper Works With Our U.S. Military to Maintain Readiness for Military Medical Teams

(CAMDEN, N.J.) — Cooper University Health Care has been invited to join the Bridging Forces portal, a national platform developed through the Military Health System Strategic Partnership American College of Surgeons (MHSSPACS). The invitation reflects Cooper’s strong engagement in advancing collaboration between military and civilian trauma systems.

The Bridging Forces portal connects leading military and civilian health care organizations with the shared goal of strengthening trauma care readiness and improving outcomes for patients injured in both civilian settings and combat environments. Cooper’s participation follows an extensive evaluation process, including both onsite and written assessments conducted as part of the MHSSPACS.

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Elizabeth Paprzycki, 95, of Huntingdon Valley, Pa

On March 29, 2026, at the age of 95. (nee Evanuk) Of Huntingdon Valley, PA. Formerly a longtime resident of Oaklyn, NJ. Beloved wife of the late Bronislaw “Bruno” Paprzycki. Loving mother of Joseph Paprzycki (Gus), Christine Mitses (Will) and Matthew Paprzycki (Cathy). Cherished grandmother of Christopher and Thomas Paprzycki and great grandmother of Ellie and Hunter Paprzycki. In addition to her husband, Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Suzanna Evanuk and her sisters, Josephine Sliwowski, Helen Sokolowski and Olga Derowski.

Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Friday, April 10th at 11:30 AM at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, St. Vincent Pallotti Church, 901 Hopkins Road, Haddon Township. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 PM in the church. Interment will be private in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chews Landing.

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How Assisted Living Communities Support Gloucester County Seniors

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As families across Gloucester County explore assisted living options for aging loved ones, many turn to trusted providers that clearly outline their assisted living services, daily support programs, and community environments so they can make informed care decisions. Understanding what assisted living communities truly offer helps local families feel confident that their parents or relatives will receive compassionate support while maintaining dignity and independence. In a region like Gloucester County, where multigenerational families are common, having reliable senior care solutions close to home is especially important.

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All NJMVC Facilities to Close for the State Holiday on Friday, April 3rd

All New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) facilities, including agencies, road test sites, and inspection stations, will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026, in observance of the state holiday.

Regular operations will be in effect at NJMVC facilities the rest of the week, including on Saturday, April 4.

The Commission’s website at NJMVC.gov remains open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Deptford Man Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Bicyclist

Iqrar Ahmad, 18, of Deptford, has been charged with leaving the scene of a fatal crash after allegedly striking a bicyclist Monday night on Delsea Drive, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case:

Deptford Township Police responded shortly before 8:30 p.m. Monday to a report of a crash involving a bicyclist. The caller reported striking the bicyclist with their vehicle, causing the bicyclist to fall into the roadway, where they were then struck by a second vehicle. The second vehicle continued north on Delsea Drive. A witness reported the vehicle briefly stopped in the roadway before leaving the area.

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Gas & Electric Assistance Program Event 4/21

Behind on Your Gas and Electric Bills?…Attend The Gas & Electric Assistance Program

Date: April 21st

Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Location: Winslow Township Municipal Courtroom 125 South Route 73 Braddock, NJ 08037

See flyer below for list of what to bring.

Preservation NJ Releases Next “10 Most Impact” Video

Preservation New Jersey is proud to announce the release of the second video in its “10 Most Impact” series, which highlights the real-world outcomes of the organization’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program. This installment focuses on Camp Evans, a World War I Marconi Station and World War II radar laboratory, known for groundbreaking scientific and technological innovation in New Jersey.
Impacts of the 10 Most: Camp Evans is now available to watch on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/lgrNSPD6XUY.
The video explores how Camp Evans, once a critical U.S. Army Signal Corps facility and later a hub for cutting-edge communications research, faced threats of neglect and deterioration. Listed on Preservation New Jersey’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list in 2002, the site has benefited from community advocacy, partnerships, and preservation efforts aimed at maintaining its unique scientific, military, and architectural legacy.
Viewers will learn about:Camp Evans’ historic importance, from military communications research to pioneering innovations in radar and computing;Efforts by nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and local advocates to protect and rehabilitate the site;Challenges and successes in preserving both the historic buildings and the stories they hold; andThe broader impact of the 10 Most program in fostering awareness, support, and preservation outcomes statewide.“As the last Command Historian employed by the U.S. Army at Fort Monmouth, and a member of the boards of both InfoAge and Preservation New Jersey, I view Camp Evans as one of the most consequential historic landscapes in the evolution of modern communications. From its origins as part of Guglielmo Marconi’s global wireless network to its pivotal role in the development of radar, satellite technology, and space communications, Camp Evans was at the forefront of innovations that transformed both military operations and everyday life. Today, through the InfoAge Science and History Museums, the site continues to interpret and preserve this legacy, ensuring that the groundbreaking work once carried out here remains accessible, relevant, and inspiring for future generations.” said by Melissa Ziobro, Trustee of Preservation New Jersey.The 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program annually identifies threatened historic, architectural, cultural, and archaeological sites across New Jersey. The new 10 Most Impact video series showcases how listing these sites generates awareness, advocacy, and tangible preservation outcomes.WATCH NOW