Johnny Troiano of Rowan was named to the 2025 NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer All-America Third Team, as announced by the United Soccer Coaches. He is one of seven players out of the 52 named to receive the second All-America honor of his career.
Troiano (Hazlet, NJ/St. John Vianney), who earns his second consecutive spot on the Third Team, is the 25th All-American selection in Rowan men’s soccer history and is the seventh player to be recognized as a two-time All-American.
He was named the 2025 NJAC Offensive Player of the Year and is the first Prof to win that award twice. Troiano earned his third-straight selection to the All-Region First Team and became a three-time All-NJAC First Team honoree as well.
Now to December 18th bring new, unwrapped toys to the GTPD Watch Desk at 1261 Chews Landing Road, and if the Watch Desk Officer is available they’ll unlock our decorated GTPD Truck parked in front of our headquarters where you can stuff the truck!
Also, if you capture a photo of you or your kiddies with our Officer and send them to communityrelations@gtpolice.com, we’ll post them on our GTPD social media!
A drop box for toy donations is also located at the watch desk. Thank you!
Rowan field hockey’s Tess Herman and Gracie Merrick have been named to the 2025 NFHCA Division III All-Region IV First Team with Mia Foti, Sydney Kowalczyk and Aurelia McManis receiving selection to the All-Region Second Team.
Herman (Berlin, NJ/Eastern Regional) receives All-Region honors for the fourth season, becoming just the second player in Rowan history to do so, matching All-American Kristiina Castagnola (2018-22). Herman also earns selection to the All-Region First Team for the third time, matching Castagnola, Rachel Galante (2016-18), Marisa Marini (2013-15) and Michelle Andre (1995-97) for that accomplishment.
Cooper University Health Care’s Air Medical Services is celebrating its 15th anniversary this month, marking a decade and a half of delivering rapid, lifesaving emergency transport and critical-care response for communities across South Jersey. The Air Medical Services team supports southern New Jersey’s leading academic health system and only Level 1 Trauma Center — and the busiest in the region.
Launched on December 4, 2010, Cooper Air Medical Services has become an essential extension of Cooper’s regional trauma and emergency care system. Over the past 15 years, Cooper Air crews have responded to thousands of emergencies, providing swift transport for trauma patients, supporting inter-facility transfers, and ensuring critically ill and injured patients receive timely access to advanced care.
“Cooper Air Medical Services is more than just the transport of patients, it’s Cooper’s promise to the communities we serve to provide the highest level of trauma and specialty care available in South Jersey,” said George E. Norcross III, chairman of the Cooper University Health Care Board of Trustees. “We are very grateful to Cooper’s Air Medical Services team for 15 years of saving lives and providing rapid response and medical expertise that is not offered anywhere else in the region.”
“Cooper Air Medical Services plays a vital role in linking communities throughout our region directly to Cooper’s Level I Trauma Center and our nationally recognized specialists,” said Anthony J. Mazzarelli, MD, JD, MBE, co-CEO of Cooper. “Every minute matters in an emergency, and for 15 years this team has delivered exceptional care with unmatched skill and dedication.”
“Providing lifesaving academic medicine to residents across South Jersey is both an honor and a profound responsibility,” said Kevin O’Dowd, JD, co-CEO of Cooper. “The entire Cooper team is grateful for the extraordinary professionals who make up Cooper Air Medical Services and their steadfast commitment to saving lives.”
The helicopter fleet includes Cooper 1 and Cooper 2, both EC135 Eurocopters owned and operated by Cooper’s partner for the past 10 years, Metro Aviation, Inc. Metro’s expert pilots, specialized mechanics, and meticulously maintained aircraft help drive the success of Cooper’s air medical program.
Metro’s industry-leading safety record remains central to ensuring the safest possible transport for patients. Both Cooper 1 and Cooper 2 are equipped with advanced GPS navigation, weather radar, aircraft collision-avoidance systems, night-vision capability, and a comprehensive satellite-based, real-time in-flight data monitoring and communication suite to support the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
Each flight is staffed by Cooper’s highly trained team of flight nurses and flight paramedics, all nationally certified in their respective specialties, including certified flight registered nurse (CFRN)and flight paramedic (FP-C) certification.
“For 15 years, our crews have responded at a moment’s notice—day or night—to deliver critical care when it matters most,” said Rick Rohrbach, MBA, BSN, RN, CFRN, CCRN, MICP, assistant vice president, EMS and Air Transport Operations at Cooper. “Patients and families can trust that Cooper Air Medical Services will always provide expert, compassionate care.”
As Cooper marks this milestone anniversary, the health system celebrates the dedication of its Air Medical Services team and its ongoing mission to expand access to lifesaving care throughout the region.
About Cooper University Health Care Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Cooper, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, has revenues of more than $2.4 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.
Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members, including nearly 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 600 advanced practice providers.
Cooper operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as three hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital in Camden.
Cooper University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 trauma center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.
More than 2.4 million patients visit Cooper’s facilities annually. Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, several urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.
Cooper was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2025 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.
Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli’s bill to prohibit the use of non-compete clauses, with certain exceptions, and no-poach agreements cleared the Assembly Labor Committee today. Bill A5708 seeks to strengthen workers’ rights and encourage fair competition in the labor market.
“Workers deserve the ability to pursue new opportunities without being shackled by outdated and restrictive agreements,” said Assemblyman Verrelli (D-Hunterdon, Mercer), Chair of the Assembly Labor Committee. “By prohibiting non-compete clauses and no-poach agreements, we are standing up for workers’ rights, promoting a healthier labor market, and creating a level playing field for businesses across our state.”
Under the bill, no employer – whether public, private, or nonprofit – would be allowed to require, demand, or accept a non-compete agreement for any employee or other individual who provides services for, or on behalf of, the employer. Additionally, every contract restraining an individual from engaging in lawful professions, trades, or businesses after employment termination would to that extent be void.
The bill would include exceptions to ensure that legitimate business interests, such as trade secrets, are protected without restricting worker mobility. Similarly, non-compete agreements established during the sale of a business entity, its operating assets, or ownership interests are allowed. Existing non-compete agreements with senior executives would also remain valid if they meet specific requirements.
The bill would also explicitly ban no-poach agreements where employers agree not to hire each other’s employees or former employees.
A5708 would note that there must be no retaliation against workers who exercise their rights under this bill.
Assemblyman Verrelli, who has been a proud union member for 35 years, noted that legislation stems from a landmark finding from the Federal Trade Commission that non-compete clauses trap workers and hold back the economy.
On Friday, December 5 aboard the Battleship New Jersey, the Camden County Board of Commissioners will join members of the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners and local veterans to honor the anniversary of Pearl Harbor.
Sunday, December 7 marks the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a military base on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Within just two hours, 18 U.S. warships were sunk or damaged, 188 aircrafts were destroyed, and 2,403 American servicemen and women were killed. The attack marked the beginning of the United States involvement in World War II.
Mr. Pierce purchased the property in 2021 for $175,000. In May 2022, residents began complaining to the City Housing Office about the property’s appearance. The Google Maps photos were taken in March 2023. Cleary’s Notebook News photo was taken on November 26, 2025. GOOGLE MAPS
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (DECEMBER 4,2025)(CNBNEWS)–Cleary’s Notebook News submitted an OPRA request to Vanessa Little, the Custodian of Records for Gloucester City, on November 26. The request sought all citations filed against Roger Pierce, the occupant of 637 Division Street, for violating the City’s Housing Code. In response, we received 43 pages starting from May 4, 2022.
Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia’s most famous food street is making it warm and cozy for the holiday season! The 4th Annual Passyunk Ave. Hot Chocolate Crawl returns to East Passyunk Avenue on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00am to 5:00pm, at 15+ participating restaurants, bars, cafes and coffee shops.
Excited to find out the final countries and teams playing in FIFA World Cup 26™? Join your fellow Philly soccer fans at a final draw watch party on December 5th.
Philadelphia Soccer 2026 will be hosting a watch party for all ages at Stateside Live! from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with doors opening at 9 a.m. The watch party is completely free, with food and drinks available to purchase, and will feature:
Rep. Van Drew calls on Governor Murphy and Governor-elect Sherrill to reverse the upcoming gas tax hike.Washington, DC –Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding the state’s outrageous gas tax hike to nearly 50 cents per gallon beginning January 1st.”New Jersey families are getting hit from every direction,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Thanks to state leadership, utility bills are up, delivery fees are up, and now they are raising the gas tax again. We already have one of the highest gas taxes in America. Raising it is the last thing working people need. This is a direct result of the policies that Governor Murphy signed into law, which make these tax hikes more likely year after year. They refuse to control their spending, so instead, they stick the bill on hardworking families. Let me be clear: talking about affordability means nothing if you stay silent when the state keeps raising taxes. Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill and Governor Murphy must reverse this hike immediately. People are tired of being punished for the state’s own failures, especially when the rest of the country is seeing gas prices go down.”
