Flying a torn, tattered American Flag, you disrepect Soldiers Who Fought & Died for it

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (Cleary’s Notebook News)–Anyone who is a regular viewer of Cleary’s Notebook News knows by now that one of my biggest pet peeves is seeing a torn, ragged American Flag flying on a flagpole, or any other type of pole. The flag on the left is located in front of 637 Division Street. The other flag is located at the Johnson Blvd. sports complex near the Gloucester City Water Works. Memorial Day is not just the time to eat hamburgers and hot dogs. It is also the time to remember those who fought and died for you and I. The flag should be displayed with respect and care. It is typically flown from sunrise to sunset, but can be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated. The flag should never touch the ground and should be replaced if it becomes tattered.

Flying the American flag is a meaningful way to show respect for the nation and its values, while also commemorating the sacrifices made by those who have served. By now, everyone knows that we will celebrate Memorial Day on Monday, May 31. Hopefully, by then, the torn flag near the Water Works property and the tattered flag at the 637 Division Street will be replaced with new ones.

CNB News BLUE LINE: 41 Fallen Officers Since January 1, 2026

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews

According to the website, Officer Down Memorial, there have been 41 officers killed in the line of duty since January 1, 2026. There were 14 officers killed in April, which is the highest so far this year.

JANUARY, 5 officers killed

FEBRUARY, 14 officers killed

MARCH, 4officers were killed

APRIL, 9 officers killed

Between May 6 and May 14, there have been 5 officers killed.

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Philabundance to Host Good Neighbor Day on May 16

Philabundance will embrace Good Neighbor Day America on Saturday, May 16, by hosting a Family Volunteer Day at its South Philadelphia warehouse at 3616 South Galloway Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19148. Family Volunteer Day includes two volunteer shifts happening from 9-11 a.m. and 12-2:20 p.m. Volunteers are encouraged to bring children ages 12 and over to participate.

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CNBNEWS DIGITAL ARCHIVES: Hooray! My Last Cancer Treatment Is Over

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

PHILADELPHIA, PA (CNBNews)(January 20, 2023)—The morning of Wednesday, January 18, 2023, arrived with a mixture of emotions I can barely put into words. After 33 treatments spanning nearly two months, I was finally heading to the Roberts Proton Therapy Center at 3600 Civic Blvd., Philadelphia, for my last prostate cancer treatment. With me were my wife, Connie; my daughter, Connie Lynn Woods; and my granddaughter, Brianna Woods. My entire family wanted to be there—but the hospital limits the number of support people you can bring with you to just three. Still, knowing they were all thinking of me, sending texts of encouragement throughout the morning, made me feel surrounded by love.

As we drove up I-676 that morning, the Philadelphia skyline emerging through the winter haze, I found myself reflecting on how this journey had begun. It seemed like yesterday, yet it felt like a lifetime ago.

The Beginning: When Everything Changed

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Suspect Charged After Highway Patrol Officer Shot During North Philadelphia Traffic Stop

The Philadelphia Police Department is providing an update on the investigation into the shooting of a Highway Patrol officer that occurred Monday evening in North Philadelphia.

Authorities have identified the suspect as 26-year-old Rashid Walker. Walker has been officially charged with Violations of the Uniform Firearms Act (VUFA) following the incident in the 2400 block of North 17th Street.

The investigation began at approximately 7:40 p.m. on May 4, 2026, when Highway Patrol officers conducted a vehicle stop. As an officer performed a safety frisk of Walker, who was a passenger in the vehicle, the officer felt a handgun inside Walker’s jacket pocket. At that point, the firearm discharged, striking the officer in the upper right leg.

The wounded officer was rushed to Temple University Hospital by fellow personnel and remains in stable condition.

Walker was taken into custody at the scene, and the firearm was successfully recovered.

The Homicide Division continues to lead the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the discharge.

Public Assistance Requested: Suspects and Vehicle Sought in Fatal West Philadelphia Shooting

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle and several individuals in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Miguel Angel Quinones-Barreto. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at approximately 4:51 PM in the 5200 block of Chester Avenue.

Investigators are searching for a 2006 Toyota Highlander bearing Pennsylvania license plate MVT-7446. The attached photos are of two males identified as suspects who were occupants of the vehicle at the time of the shooting.

A $20,000 reward is being offered for any information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this case. Members of the public with information regarding the whereabouts of the vehicle or the identities of the suspects are urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling or texting 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Investigation into Unusual Incident Involving Injured Child

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating an unusual incident involving an injured child that occurred Tuesday evening in the city’s 26th District.

At approximately 6:38 p.m., officers responded to a private residence on the 2200 block of North 7th Street following reports of a fall. Preliminary investigations determined that a 4-year-old male sustained injuries after falling from a third-floor apartment window.

The child was initially transported via private vehicle to Temple University Hospital. He is currently being transferred to St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, where he is listed in stable condition.

The scene is currently being held for processing. The investigation remains active and is being conducted by the Special Victims Unit (SVU).

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Can Event Venues in Philadelphia Reduce Chaos With Better Parking Control?

Crowds arriving for concerts, games, or conventions often face frustration before the doors even open. In Philadelphia, parking shortages and disorganized flow create ripple effects that stretch far beyond a lot or garage. Gridlocked entrances, absent signage, and overwhelmed attendants combine to slow traffic, sour moods, and weaken the experience before guests ever reach their seats.

When multiple events overlap across the city, the pressure only intensifies. Late arrivals disrupt programs, nearby streets stall, and staff are left scrambling. Solutions such as advance reservations, staggered entry times, clear drop-off lanes, and live lot updates bring order to the curb, turning parking from a liability into a coordinated extension of the event.

Tackling Traffic Bottlenecks Before Guests Arrive

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Wanted: Suspect Naseem Sills for Homicide in the 12th District

Philadelphia Police, Homicide Detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating Naseem Sills 19-years-old who is wanted for the below listed homicide.

There is a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in this homicide case.

Homicide by Shooting Incident:
On Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., police responded to a radio call for a person with a gun, male shot on the 19XX block of South Salford Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Victim #1: Maurice Quain who was 19-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to the head. Philadelphia Fire Department Medic Unit pronounced the victim dead at 11:43 p.m.
Victim #2: An 18-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg.
Victim #3: A 23-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his right leg.
Victim #4: A 21-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left shoulder.
Victim #5: An 18-year-old male suffered a graze wound to his head.
Victim #6: A 15-year-old female suffered a gunshot wound to her left foot.
Victim #7: A 16-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left thigh.
Victim #8: A 14-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his right thigh.
Victim #9: A 24-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to his left leg.