Rutgers Names 2026 Commencement Speakers

(From l. to r.) Journalist Jonathan Capehart, screenwriter Christopher Markus and Chancellor Antonio D. Tillis will address graduates at ceremonies in May. 

Christopher Markus, a Rutgers alumnus and an Emmy Award-winning screenwriter who co-wrote six films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will be awarded an honorary doctor of letters degree when he addresses graduates at the 260th anniversary commencement of Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Rutgers Health on Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Rutgers Board of Governors approved today.

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Philly’s Biggest Year Yet Keeps Getting Bigger!

On July 4, 1776, the United States of America was born here in Philadelphia. 2026 marks the landmark 250th anniversary of the country — and the year-long celebration is well underway in Philly.

The Semiquincentennial in Philadelphia is centered around Independence Day, featuring the 16-day, Juneteenth-to-July-Fourth Wawa Welcome America festival.

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National Park Man Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse  Material  

Woodbury, NJ – Anthony Rodriguez, 25, of National Park, was arrested and  charged with one count of second-degree possession of child sexual abuse material  on Wednesday, Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.  

According to documents filed in this case: 

The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office received a tip from the National Center  for Missing and Exploited Children about an individual uploading files of child  sexual abuse material (CSAM). An investigation led to the execution of a search  warrant at Rodriguez’s residence. Forensic analysis of a device found 1,103 videos  and 504 images of suspected CSAM. 

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Earn $300 as a Poll Worker

We Need You to Help Make Sure that Every Vote Counts! 

The Camden County Board of Elections needs Poll Workers for the upcoming Primary Election Day. This year, the Board of Elections is hiring employees 16 and over for $300 from 5 AM to 9 PM on Tuesday, June2nd, 2026. Bilinguals needed in Camden City, Pennsauken, and Woodlynne. Requirements are to be registered to vote and to complete the mandatory training. To learn more, Click Here.

Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, social media, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be hosting Town Hall Meetings monthly, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall Meeting will be Friday, May 15th in Merchantville. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please submit them and we will forward them to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.

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Preservation New Jersey Launches New Video

Preservation New Jersey has released a new video spotlighting two significant Cape May landmarks, the Franklin Street School and the AME Church, as part of its ongoing “10 Most Endangered Historic Places” video series.
The video explores the history and cultural importance of these two sites, both deeply connected to New Jersey’s African American heritage. The Franklin Street School, built in 1928 during segregation, served as an educational institution for Black students in Cape May. The nearby AME Church has long stood as a spiritual, cultural, and community anchor for local residents.
Together, these sites tell a powerful story of resilience, education, faith, and community in the face of historic inequality. The video highlights ongoing preservation concerns while also underscoring community efforts to protect and interpret these important landmarks for future generations.
“Franklin Street School and the AME Church are vital pieces of Cape May’s history,” said Paul Muir, President of Preservation New Jersey. “Their preservation ensures that the stories of the communities who built, used, and sustained them are not forgotten.”
The release of this video is part of Preservation New Jersey’s broader initiative to raise awareness of the state’s most endangered historic places and to encourage public engagement in preservation efforts across New Jersey.
🎥 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Fb97yHjWpH8
For more information about Preservation New Jersey and the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places program, visit: https://preservationnj.org/
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GTPD Investigate Motor Vehicle Crash

On Thursday, April 23, 2026 at approximately 1:55 AM, Officers from the Gloucester Township Police Department were dispatched to the area of Kearsley Road and Hazeltop Drive for the report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle.

Gloucester Township Police Officers arrived on the scene with an ambulance from Inspira Basic Life Support, Paramedics from Virtua Health and the Erial Fire Department.  Emergency Medical Personnel immediately worked to stabilize a male who was located on the side of the road after being struck by a vehicle.  It is reported the male was standing in the lane of travel at the time of the collision and went onto the hood of the vehicle before coming to rest on the grassy area.  The vehicle operator safely stopped the vehicle after the collision and waited for First Responders.  The victim was stabilized on scene and transported by ambulance.

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Delaware Confirms State’s First Case of Chronic Wasting Disease

Delaware has confirmed its first case of Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, in a wild white-tailed deer. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced the positive result today after it was confirmed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory (USDA NVSL) in a hunter-harvested deer sampled as part of routine surveillance. A second deer sampled this season tested presumptive positive at the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System and is awaiting confirmation by the USDA NVSL. CWD had not previously been found in Delaware.

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Joann Monteleone, 75

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of JoAnn Monteleone, who passed away at the age of 75.

Born April 20, 1951 – Passed April 20, 2026.

JoAnn is survived by her son, John Monteleone (granddaughter Brooklyn), and her two beloved grandchildren, Nathan and Bella, from her late daughter Jaclyn, who passed in March 2025. She is now reunited with her loving husband, John Monteleone, who passed away in 2013.

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