Maryfrances E. Ellis, 72, of Brooklawn

Maryfrances E. Ellis, (nee Scheib) Age 72, of Brooklawn, New Jersey, passed away on April 1, 2026, at Cooper University Hospital in Camden. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Maryfrances earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education from Temple University, a path that reflected her lifelong dedication to helping others.

Maryfrances devoted over 25 years as a Special Education teacher in New Jersey, where she made a lasting impact on countless students and families before her retirement. She was known for her patience, compassion, and unwavering commitment to all children in her care.

She was also a volunteer firewoman for many years in the 1980s thru 1990s with the Glendora Fire Department, demonstrating her deep sense of service and community involvement.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Sometimes Little Things Mean A Lot

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.

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Winslow Township Litter Clean Up Day May 2nd

Philadelphia Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Suspect in South Lawrence Street Homicide

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 27-year-old Rahsign Richards, who is wanted in connection with the fatal stabbing of Malik Green earlier this month. Richards is described as a Black male, standing 6’01” tall and weighing approximately 160 lbs. His last known address was located on the 300 block of South Broad Street.

The investigation began on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at approximately 2:28 pm, when 1st District officers responded to a radio call reporting a person with a gun at 4XX Tasker Street. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, 30-year-old Malik Green, in the 1600 block of South Lawrence Street, suffering from multiple stab wounds to the chest. Police immediately transported Green to Jefferson Hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced dead at 2:38 pm.

A post-mortem examination conducted on April 19, 2026, officially confirmed that the cause of death was stab wounds to the chest, and the manner of death has been ruled a homicide. Investigators have since identified Richards as the primary suspect in this case.

The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone with information regarding Rahsign Richards’ whereabouts to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334/3335, submit a tip anonymously at 215-686-TIPS, or call 911 immediately if he is sighted.

Randall A. Beck, 72, of Wilmington, Delaware and Mt. Ephraim

Randall Alan Beck, 72, of Wilmington, Delaware and Mt. Ephraim, NJ, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Christiana Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware.

Born on December 15, 1953, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Randall was the son of the late Melvin H. Beck and Virginia Mae (Gower) Beck. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, beginning his service in 1972. Randall retired from the U.S. Army with more than 20 years of dedicated and loyal service to our country.

Randall dedicated much of his career as a skilled mechanic, working as a tank mechanic for the Department of Defense. Over the years, he also worked at Central Transport, Joe’s Battery & Tire, Deptford Honda, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. He was known for his strong work ethic and mechanical expertise.

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Rabid Bat Confirmed in Haddonfield

The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health that a bat found in Haddonfield has tested positive for rabies.

On April 18, a bat was found in a Haddonfield resident’s attic. The residents were able to safely contain and remove the bat from the home. Animal control removed the bat from the premises and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories (PHEL) in Trenton. On April 24, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the animal was rabid. There were no human exposures. Three cats were exposed to the bat.

The residents and animal control have been notified. The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services received proof of vaccination for the cats, and all three received the rabies vaccine booster. The cats will be under confinement and observation for 45 days.

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Secret Service Swarm Trump at Correspondents Dinner (AP Video)

An attempt on the life of the President of the United States happened tonight at the White House correspondence dinner being held at the Washington Hilton Hotel.

President Donald Trump said the suspect involved in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner security scare has been apprehended, praising Secret Service and law enforcement for their response.

“Quite an evening in D.C. Secret Service and Law Enforcement did a fantastic job. They acted quickly and bravely,” Trump posted on Truth Social.

Remembering Al Carelli: A GCHS Alumnus Lost in the 1970 Marshall University Plane Crash

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 25, 2026)(CNBNews)—In 2007, Gus Danks—Gloucester Catholic Class of 1963 and a classmate of mine—reached out to tell me about a film he had just seen, We Are Marshall. The movie recounts the devastating 1970 plane crash that claimed the lives of 75 people connected to the Marshall University football program. Among those lost was Al Carelli, (photo) Gloucester Catholic Class of 1961.

According to Wikipedia, We Are Marshall (2006), directed by McG, dramatizes the aftermath of the crash of Southern Airways Flight 932, which killed 37 Marshall football players, five coaches, two athletic trainers, the athletic director, 25 boosters, and the five‑member flight crew.

On the night of November 14, 1970, the chartered DC‑9 was returning the team to Huntington, West Virginia, after a 17–14 loss to East Carolina University. Just one mile short of the Tri-State Airport runway, the aircraft clipped trees on a ridge and crashed into a gully, killing everyone on board.

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Commissioners Announce 2026 Summer Concert Series

“The Summer Concert Series has become a staple of a Camden County summer, and this year we have an incredible lineup prepared with something for everyone,” said Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. “These concerts allow our residents to see world class performers, for free, right in our local parks. I hope our residents will join us for a show or two this year and enjoy what is sure to be a wonderful summer full of music and community.”