William F Burrows of Pennsauken/Audubon

William F Burrows was called to the Lord on Monday, March 2, 2020. William, “Bill” was a devoted son, brother, uncle, husband and grandpop. He was fiercely loyal to his family and loved and cared for them with all his heart. Bill was born in Camden on January 6, 1938 and lived most of his life in Pennsauken and more recently in Audubon, NJ. He was a devout Christian and a lifelong member of the Pennsauken Gospel Hall.

Bill is predeceased by his parents, William and Betty Burrows, four sisters, Catherine, Betty, Emma and Lillian, and great niece, Kimberly O’Neil. Bill is the widower of his late wife whom he adored, Elizabeth Burrows.

Bill is survived by his nieces and nephews Carl Heller, Jr (Sarah), Allen Black, Debbie O’Neil and Holly Preston (John), and great nieces and nephews, Carl Heller III, Ava Heller, Katie Heller, Steven O’Neil and Jared Preston. By his late wife Elizabeth Burrows, Bill is survived by her children, James Sell (Margaret), Stephen Sell (Vera), Linda Dickinson (James) and Carolyn Kemble (Walter) and grandchildren Kaitlin, Kelsey, Morgan (Michael), Macy, Kyle and Delaney and great grandchild Russel.

Services under the direction of the Etherington & Creran Funeral Homes, 400 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ. Locustwood Memorial Park, Cherry Hill.

Starting March 30 Camden County College Will Move Classes Online

(Blackwood, NJ) – In order to ensure the health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff, along with the larger community we serve, Camden County College will temporarily move classes to online instruction until further notice.

Classes will be suspended at 2pm on Saturday, March 14 for student Spring Break, which has been extended through March 29 to facilitate the transition to online learning. When classes resume on Monday, March 30, students will attend classes remotely.

“Camden County College will remain fully open and operations will continue uninterrupted, including online learning, student services, advising, and registration,” said Don Borden, President of Camden County College. “The College has been preparing for the impact of the COVID-19 for several weeks, and will use the extended break to finalize our increased webinar and distance learning capabilities to meet the needs of the College community.”

Students will be notified how to access their classes by their instructors. In a very limited number of cases, students may still attend classes in person. Accommodations will be made for students without access to a computer or the internet.

Utilizing remote instruction for classes allows the College to balance the need for continuation of essential services with the health of the College community. The move also follows guidelines established for social distancing by decreasing the population on our campuses and instructional locations.

Camden County College encourages students, faculty, and staff to avoid unnecessary travel, especially to areas with high concentrations of COVID-19 reports, and to continue healthy best practices such as handwashing and social distancing. All College-related travel has been canceled.

Information and updates will be provided regularly at

www.camdencc.edu/coronavirus

Camden County College Camden County College is one of the largest community colleges in New Jersey and ranks among the top nationwide in terms of associate degree graduates. Thanks to its technology-rich physical resources – located in Blackwood, Camden and Cherry Hill – and its highly-qualified, dedicated employees, the college has created a tradition of quality education and a reputation of agile, responsive service. Camden County College sustains a vibrant academic community characterized by imaginative teaching, caring student services, energetic management and collegial discussion of diverse ideas and opinions. More information can be found at www.camdencc.edu.

Murphy Requests Federal Government Re-Open Affordable Care Act Enrollment in New Jersey

TRENTON – Responding to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Phil Murphy today requested the federal government open a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) in New Jersey to allow uninsured and underinsured residents to enroll in health coverage through the federal health insurance

exchange.

The Governor’s request was issued in a letter sent to U.S. Department Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Seema Verma.

“With COVID-19 now a pandemic and confirmed cases increasing in New Jersey and across the country, it is imperative that we take all appropriate actions to increase access to screening, testing, and treatment related to COVID-19. While I have coordinated across state agencies to take emergency action to facilitate access to screening, testing and access to care for the residents of New Jersey, more can be done to ensure every individual has access to appropriate health care during this crisis,” Governor Murphy wrote. “Therefore, as New Jersey transitions from a State Based Exchange on the Federal Platform to a State Based Exchange, I respectfully urge the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to authorize a Special Enrollment Period in New Jersey to allow individuals to access affordable health insurance options through the federal platform.”

Several states that operate a State-Based Exchange have already established a Special Enrollment Period in response to COVID-19. However, federal action is required for the establishment of an SEP in states that operate on the federal platform, Healthcare.gov. Governor Murphy is calling for a special enrollment period of at least 60 days for all eligible uninsured and underinsured persons to purchase health coverage through the federal platform, and for that coverage to be in place as soon as possible.

“With no vaccine in place and a high degree of uncertainty about the direction that the virus will take, increasing access to health coverage will play a role in managing this outbreak. Similar to actions CMS has taken in the past during major weather events such as hurricanes, creating a SEP is a responsible action that will benefit individuals, as well as contribute to the management of this public health crisis,” added Governor Murphy.

“As the state responds to the COVID-19 situation, we want to ensure that residents have the coverage they need to access testing and treatment if necessary. We have taken action to require carriers regulated by the state to waive cost sharing for COVID-19 testing. However we can do more and, in this case, we need the federal government’s assistance,” said Department of Banking and Insurance Commissioner Marlene Caride. “Clearly, we do not want residents to be apprehensive about seeking treatment because they are not insured or concerned about medical bills. We are asking the federal government to establish a special enrollment period for our residents, and for that coverage to be in place as soon as possible.”

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez and 24 of his colleagues recently sent a letter requesting a Special Enrollment Period for consumers in response to COVID-19. Senator Menendez and U.S. Senator Cory Booker also introduced legislation to support the response to the pandemic including to create a special enrollment period for individuals impacted by COVID-19, among other initiatives. The Governor’s letter may be found here.

For the latest information on novel coronavirus, please visit www.nj.gov/health or call 1-800-222-1222 or 1-800-962-1253 (if using out-of-state phone line).

Mega Millions Jackpot $90,000,000

Thousands of New Jersey Players Win Prizes

TRENTON (March 16, 2020) – The Mega Millions jackpot has rolled to $90 million! James Carey, New Jersey Lottery executive director, announced that in the Friday, March 13,

drawing, 14 players matched four of the five white balls drawn making each ticket worth $500. Four of those tickets were purchased with the Megaplier option, multiplying the prize to $2,000. Moreover, 20,229 other New Jersey players took home $94,780 in prizes ranging from $2 to $800, according to Carey. The winning numbers for the Friday, March 13, drawing were: 07, 22, 37, 43, and 44. The Gold Mega Ball was 22, and the Megaplier Multiplier was 04.

The next drawing will be held Tuesday, March 17, at 11:00 pm. All New Jersey Lottery Mega Millions tickets must be purchased before 10:45 pm to participate in the drawing. Mega Millions tickets cost just two dollars; by adding the Megaplier option for an extra dollar per play, players can increase their non- jackpot winnings up to five times. Mega Millions tickets are sold in 46 participating jurisdictions. Drawings are held on Tuesdays and Fridays.

VIDEO-Coronavirus Tips (that don’t involve hoarding toilet paper)

THE BEST WAY TO WASH YOUR HANDS

Keep yourself and others safe from the coronavirus with these CDC tips. Instead of touching start greeting people hands-free! Find 20 seconds of your favorite song … and let the whole bathroom hear it every time you wash your hands! Make everyone around you put a quarter in a jar when they touch their eyes nose or mouth … or cough into something besides a tissue or their elbow!

COVID-19 can be serious particularly for people with heart disease. But you can help slow its spread. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.

Michael P. Murphy, of Runnemede, 66; Volunteer Fireman

Michael P. Murphy on March 15, of Runnemede, age 66.

Beloved son of the late Robert C. and May Elinda (nee Lloyd) Murphy Sr. Devoted brother of Agnes Knee (Gerald), Robert C. Murphy Jr. (the late Patricia), Thomas J. Murphy, Richard P. Murphy, Teresa A. Murphy, and David P. Murphy. Dear uncle of 7 and great uncle of 4. Loving nephew of Jack Lloyd

(Ethel) and Mary Lousie Burkhauser.

Michael was a volunteer fire fighter of Runnemede Station 75 for 50 years and an avid fisherman.

There will be a viewing from 7pm to 9pm on Friday and from 9:30am to 11am on Saturday at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral service 11am at the funeral home. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Blackwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

Philadelphia CBP Seizes Testosterone from Hong Kong, Steroids from United Kingdom

March , 2020

PHILADELPHIA

– U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized testosterone and steroids in separate express delivery shipments last week at Philadelphia International Airport.

On March 9, CBP officers seized 100 tablets of Oxandrolone that arrived from the U.K. and was destined to an address in Burlington County, N.J. The parcel arrived on March 5.

CBP officers found nearly five pounds

of testosterone 17 heptanoate in these

two bags of cat food from Hong Kong.

Also on March 9, CBP officers inspected a parcel that contained two bags of cat food. Inside the two bags, CBP officers discovered a white powdery substance and identified it as Testosterone 17 Heptanoate, a Schedule III Controlled Substance. The shipment weighed 2.15 kilograms, or about four pounds, 12 ounces. The parcel arrived that same day from Hong Kong and was destined to an address in Philadelphia.

CBP officers screen international travelers and cargo and search for illicit narcotics, unreported currency, weapons, counterfeit consumer goods, prohibited agriculture, and other illicit products that could potentially harm the American public, U.S. businesses, and our nation’s safety and economic vitality.

“Customs and Border Protection will continue to examine express delivery parcels and seize illicit products, such as these steroids and testosterone, when we encounter it,” said Joseph Martella, CBP’s Area Port Director for the Area Port of Philadelphia. “CBP officers remain vigilant in enforcing our nation’s laws and in intercepting dangerous products that are likely manufactured in unregulated and unsanitary facilities that may potentially harm American consumers.”

CBP seized an average of 3,707 pounds of narcotics every day across the United States last year. Learn more about what CBP accomplished during \”

A Typical Day

\” in 2019.

CBP\’s

border security mission

is led at ports of entry by CBP officers from the Office of Field Operations. Please visit

CBP Ports of Entry

to learn more about how CBP’s Office of Field Operations secures our nation’s borders. Learn more about CBP at

www.CBP.gov

Follow the Director of CBP’s Baltimore Field Office on Twitter at

@DFOBaltimore

and on Instagram at

@dfobaltimore

for breaking news, current events, human interest stories and photos.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation\’s borders at and between official ports of entry. CBP is charged with securing the borders of the United States while enforcing hundreds of laws and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

What you should take into consideration when setting up a business in Gloucester

If you are planning on setting up a business, there are many things that should be taken into consideration. This includes the kind of business you want to run, the costs, the legal side and much more. Since there are so many things to deal with, it can be overwhelming – but not to worry, we will look at the basic points to help you get started.

In this article, we will discuss what you should take into consideration when setting up a business in the Gloucester area.

Decide what kind of business you want to run

If you are planning on setting up a business, the chances are you’ll have a clear idea of the sector or industry you will be operating in, and have some experience of it. The importance of doing your research can not be underestimated. Speaking to other local business owners can be a good idea, as can mentors and start-up advisors. If you are unfamiliar with the Gloucester area, get talking to business owners in the local area and find out how they are doing.

An important consideration is the structure of your business. You can choose to be a sole trader, a limited company, partnership, LLP or other business structure. It is best to seek professional advice to work out which of these may be best for you. If your employment status changes, for example you decide to go self-employed, you will need to let HMRC know.

Create a business plan to follow

The next thing that you should take into consideration when it comes to starting up a business is to make sure that you write a business plan. This can help you to ‘map out’ your business and what you will need to do to give it the best chance of success. When it comes to creating a business plan, you should make sure that you set some realistic, measurable targets that you want to achieve and when, so you can work towards them.

Find a business premises

You will need a space from which to operate your business, whether you’re looking to start a retail business or become a consultant and work from home.

Do some research into the commercial premises available in the area and look at the

Gloucester City Council

website for information on business rates in the local area.

You will need to make sure you have the correct insurance for your business premises.

Get your financial systems in order

It is wise to start looking into things like setting up a business account, book-keeping software and seeking the advice of an accountant early on to make sure you are following the correct procedures.

Start off on the right legal footing

Having proper protections in place such as well-drafted terms and conditions and supplier contracts can help you to avoid issues like cashflow problems. A business lawyer will be able to help you with this.

If you are processing data, you should make yourself aware of your GDPR and data protection obligations.

You should also ensure your intellectual property is protected and managed well; this can involve everything from your logo and branding through to articles you write or products you make. If you think someone is infringing your intellectual property, you should “

take action to draw this to the attention of the infringing party, and enforce your rights

”. (Source:

Willans.co.uk

)

The legal considerations for business owners are numerous and too many to list here; it is important to seek advice from a reputable law firm. Look at online reviews of law firms that work with businesses in your sector, and ask friends and contacts for recommendations. It can be useful, though not essential, to use a law firm local to you, especially if you are looking to have face-to-face meetings with your legal advisers.

Keep this information in mind

Overall, there are a lot of things that you will need to take into consideration when it comes to running a business. If you are thinking about starting one soon, keep this advice in mind, and remember to consult professionals for tailored guidance.

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HARRISON REACTS TO CASINO CLOSURES

CALLS FOR

NEEDED AID FOR NEW JERSEY’S CASINO INDUSTRY

[March 16, 2020 – Longport, New Jersey] Today, Governor Phil Murphy announced that all casinos in New Jersey would close on Monday at 8 pm.

To address the devastating economic effects of this announcement Brigid Callahan Harrison, Democratic candidate for Congress (NJ-02) issued this afternoon a series of additional policy suggestions focused specifically to assist New Jersey’s casino and hospitality industry.

Today’s announcement adds to a series of COVID-19 policy proposals outlined last week by the Harrison campaign, which included federally-guaranteed paid sick leave for those affected by the coronavirus, extended family medical leave for caregivers; increased and expedited unemployment benefits; expanded supplemental nutrition programs including WIC and food stamps; and housing assistance packages.

The following is a statement from Brigid Callahan Harrison, Democratic candidate for Congress (NJ-02):

“Ensuring the health and safety of our families, friends, co-workers, and employees must be our primary responsibility in these unprecedented times. In these unchartered waters, we must also recognize that this public health crisis is now becoming a long-term economic crisis for New Jersey. The economic impact of the COVID-19 is already being felt and will be far more significant as our casinos follow the new requirements outlined today by the Governor. As we address the immediate needs for what will hopefully be a short-term health crisis, we must plan for long-term effects that will be felt by our casino and hospitality employees.

“Our community has tens of thousands of hourly workers who are not only in need of addressing potential health risks but also require guaranteed support for their economic livelihood.

“Moving forward, our national, statewide, and community leaders must work hand in hand with casino and hospitality employers to do everything possible to adequately and consistently address the economic crisis, while understanding that for hourly and tip workers this pandemic presents not just a public health threat but also could have long-term devastating financial implications.

“I am calling for the federal government to specifically craft an aid response that will assist the residents of the second district and others whose regional economies are dependent on the travel and tourism industries and we begin this process by having the federal government ensure that emergency unemployment benefits are available immediately”

“People within our community have already seen work hours reduced, and there is fear of how they will be able to pay their mortgages, rent, and grocery bills. As the casinos close, economic uncertainty looms. Therefore, I am also calling on Congress to pass a federally-subsidized bridge loan program, enabling both large and small businesses in the travel and tourism sectors to remain afloat. We must do far more as hotels see single-digit occupancy rates, projected casino revenue evaporates, and demand abruptly halts for all of the connected industries, including food and beverage providers, linen suppliers, amusement parks, entertainers. This loan program should be made available for 12 months so that businesses are cushioned against the potentially devastating economic effects of this crisis.

“I am also advocating for policy that will extend corporate tax payments and temporary tax relief for those affected by our casino closing. Different industries have varying cash reserves, and that means that we need to target customized relief to each specific sector and industry.

“Most of all, we must be diligent. Our health and economic issues will not be addressed between now and either a primary or general election. At the root of addressing this issue will be leadership. We do not have the luxury of waiting to do what is right. And there is no time for on the job training. As a candidate for Congress, my focus will continue to develop and showcase realistic ideas, based on the people’s needs. I am fully committed to bringing all areas of our community together to develop these ideas and ensure our voice is heard in Washington.”

SERVICES CANCELLED due to COVID-19:Reba E. Tobin-Wills of Brooklawn; Holcomb Bus Driver, Waitress, Loved Shooting PoolG

Services that were planned for this week have been cancelled. Memorial Services are being planned for a later date.

Brooklawn – On March 9, 2020. Age 71. Beloved wife of Robert Tobin for 26 years, loving mother of Linda Romano, David Coulter, Trudy Riggs, Richard Tobin; grandmother of;

Crystal, Joseph Jr., Karyn, Kevin, Jimmy, Kenny, Ieisha, Jessica and great-grandmother of 9.

Reba worked as a bus driver for 25 years with the Holcomb Bus Company, Bellmawr. She also worked for several years as a waitress. Reba loved being with family, shooting pool. She had a big heart and loved to help everyone.

Family and friends may visit on Thursday, March 19th from 12 to 1 pm at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mccannhealey.com

under the obituary of Reba E. Tobin-Wills. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through:

McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME

: Ph: 856-456-1142