Are Leaderboards and iGaming Tournaments Bringing Local Communities Together?

A scoreboard has always done more than track results. It gives people a reason to show up again. That is true in a Gloucester City gym during a weeknight rec game, and it is true on a mobile leaderboard where familiar usernames climb and fall over a season of mini-events. The interesting shift is how many modern tournaments borrow the social rhythms of local sports. Regular match windows. Team chat energy. Friendly trash talk that stays friendly. Participation becomes a badge of belonging, even for players who rarely finish at the top.

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New Cosmetology Clinic Grand Opening at CCC

New Cosmetology Clinic opens today, March 5, at 11 a.m. at Camden County College-Camden City Campus, College Hall, 200 North Broadway, Camden.

The CCC Cosmetology Clinic offers students hands-on training to prepare them for careers in the beauty industry. The space functions as a working salon, allowing students to develop their skills in cosmetology, skin care, and nail technology. Additionally, the clinic serves as a resource for the Camden County community, offering affordable services that help students gain real-world experience.

“We are excited to celebrate the opening of our Cosmetology Clinic,” said Dr. Lovell Pugh-Bassett, President. “The clinic reflects our commitment to hands-on learning and community service. We see great potential for it to support both student growth and to make an impact on the Camden County community.”

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Joan Gianvito, of Medford, formerly of Brooklawn

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(CNBNews)(May 4, 2026)–Joan G. Gianvito (nee Lane) passed away peacefully on Monday, January 10, 2022. Born at Cooper Hospital to John A. and Grace M. Lane, Joan was 79 years old. She was a resident of Medford for the past 47 years and a former resident of Brooklawn, NJ

Beloved wife of 58 years to John R. Gianvito. Loving mother of Todd (Nicole) Gianvito, Lori Coffey and Brian (Donna) Gianvito. Cherished grandmother of Nolan Coffey, Ty Gianvito, Brynn Coffey, Ryan Gianvito, Austin Gianvito and Addison Gianvito.

Joan enjoyed trips to the beach, traveling the country and the world with her husband John, spending time with friends, especially spending time with her grandchildren and of course Johnny Mathis.

A gathering of family and friends will be held this Friday, January 14, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Givnish of Marlton Funeral Home, 398 East Main St., Marlton.
Her funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m.

Entombment was at Park View Cemetery at Kirby’s Mill, 25 Fostertown Rd., Medford.

Memorial donations may be made to: The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

To share your fondest memories of Joan, please visit www.givnish.com.

Important Election Dates & Information

2026 Primary Election on June 2nd

Camden County is encouraging residents to get ready for the 2026 Primary Election and make a plan to have their voices heard. One of the easiest ways to vote is by applying for Vote By Mail. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 26th, so now is a great time to get it done and check it off your to-do list. Ballots are currently being mailed out, keep an eye on your mailbox and be sure to return yours as soon as possible! To learn more, Click Here.

You can also take a moment to confirm your voter registration status online to make sure everything is up to date before casting your ballot. However you choose to vote, planning ahead helps make the process stress-free and ensures your voice is part of the conversation. To check if you’re registered, Click Here.
Important Dates Below: May 12th -Voter Registration Deadline for the Primary Election May 20th -Mailing of Sample Ballots for Primary Election May 26th – Deadline to Apply for a Vote By Mail Ballot for Primary Election May 26th – May 31st – Early Voting Period May 29th – Overseas / Military Application Deadline to Receive Primary Election Mail-In Ballots Electronically June 2nd – Primary Election Day

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).

NJAC CHAMPS! Rowan Baseball Captures Conference Title

Pitchers Zach Coluccio and Austin Kreyenhagen each turned in strong outings and got plenty of support from Rowan’s bats as the #5 Profs swept William Paterson, 18-6 and 12-3, to capture the 2026 NJAC Baseball Championship. it marks Rowan’s first conference title since 2021 and the 18th in the program’s history.

Rowan (32-5) has earned the league’s automatic bid to the NCAA Championship and will make its 32nd all-time appearance in the regionals and the ninth consecutive. The NCAA Championship bracket will be announced on May 11.

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2026 Gloucester Township Police Junior Police Academy Registration Now Open

Gloucester Township Police is proud to announce the dates for the 2026 Gloucester Township Police Junior Police Academy!

Ages 10-12 Basic Class 47
Dates: July 20-24, 2026
Times: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM Daily
Location: Gloucester Township Police Department
Cost: $150.00 Residents/ $175.00 Non Residents
Link: https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_id=23017&program_id=2793748

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Gloucester County Senior Spring Picnic

Tickets for the much-anticipated Senior Spring Picnic are officially on sale!

Residents can purchase tickets online or stop by in person—we’re excited to see such a great turnout already from those securing their spot for this special event.

Rowan Softball Forces Game 3 After Splitting with TCNJ in NJAC Finals

Rowan forced a winner-take-all game three of the 2026 New Jersey Athletic Conference Softball Championship series on Saturday against TCNJ, taking game two in a 2-1 win in 10 innings. The Profs fell in the day’s opener, 3-2, in eight innings.

The two teams, who have no shortage of extra-inning dramatics in the postseason, will meet tomorrow in Glassboro at 1 p.m. in the third and deciding game of the tournament final with the league’s automatic bid to the Division III Tournament at stake. In a playoff matchup in 2024, Rowan outlasted the Lions in remarkable 20 innings, 2-1.

Game one – TCNJ 3, Rowan 2 (8 innings)
The Lions scored a run in the seventh and the eventual go-ahead run in the eighth to take the day’s first contest.