This past September Mount Ephraim American Legion Post 150 and Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 6262, in conjunction with the Camden County Office of Veterans Affairs, had the distinct honor of awarding the Camden County Military Service Medal to seven veterans living in Mount Ephraim and the surrounding area.

Lieutenant Colonel A. Bancroft U.S.M.C. retired, Veterans Affairs Officer for Camden County, did the honors by individually placing the Military Service Medal around the necks of those brave souls in attendance that have served, or are still serving, in the Armed Forces of this great nation, Post 150 Commander Jim Conley said.

Col. Bancroft also presented a Purple Heart to Corporal Zachary J. Myers, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp, for injuries he incurred during his second deployment to Iraq.

Those Armed Forces personnel that received their medals were:

GLOUCESTER CITY-\”Home of the Belly Buster\” is one of the signs located outside Art’s Deli. And by the looks of the sandwiches that were being put together, it is a good description of a mouth watering deli treat.

Art’s owner, Stanley Bond, is a retired truck driver for Acme Markets who once delivered to 150 stores in the tri-state area and knows a lot about food delivery and its presentation. \”I have a good idea of what the working man wants for his lunch. While on the road for Acme, I probably ate in 3 to 5000 places like my deli, \”he said.

I remember very well the excitement of Friday night lights. I was a majorette for Gloucester City High School for four years in the 1950s. Flashing batons and oh, those white boots with silk tassels.

GLOUCESTER CITY-Ever since the waterfront establishment opened last December, more and more customers are enjoying the fine food, delightful drinks and heavenly harbor views including startling sunsets visible from the upstairs dining room.

Steve Murawski (PHOTO) and wife Betty, have successfully opened the former Vincent’s Restaurant providing an ambiance where local residents, as well as visitors to the city, may enjoy fine service and a friendly atmosphere.

A Ham and Cabbage special on the menu was enjoyed during the Irish Festival held recently. Heavy’s had sponsored a raffle awarding the winner with a 6 day trip, including airfare, car and B & B’s, to Ireland purchased through Gloucester Travel. Heather Chamberlin was the lucky winner.

RUTHERFORD, N.J., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire/ — The United Football League announced today that FanHouse.com, http://www.fanhouse.com, AOL\’s flagship sports destination, will be the UFL\’s exclusive official digital media partner for the League\’s \”Premiere\” season. FanHouse editorial content will be included in all UFL websites and other UFL digital media. In addition, FanHouse will provide editorial coverage of the UFL on FanHouse.com.

\”As one of the leaders in online sports coverage, AOL\’s FanHouse provides the UFL with a unique platform to promote the League and provide fans with behind-the-scenes access unprecedented in professional football,\” said Frank Vuono, COO of UFL. \”We are excited to have AOL\’s FanHouse as an official digital media partner.\”

NEW LAW SPONSORED BY CONNERS, VOSS & TUCKER WILL HELP STUDENTS WITH DIABETES

Law Allows Diabetic Students to Self-Medicate in School;

Provides Training for Teachers, Aides and Bus Drivers

(TRENTON) – Legislation sponsored by Assembly members Jack Conners, Joan M. Voss and Cleopatra G. Tucker to create individualized health care plans for students with diabetes and training in diabetes care for school employees was recently signed into law by Gov. Jon S. Corzine.

\”Diabetes is a disease that requires constant personal management,\” said Conners (D-Camden/Burlington). \”Until now, state law required students with diabetes to visit the school nurse for any and all medication, which was at best unfair to their education and at worst dangerous to their health.\”

GLOUCESTER CITY-\”Dollar Zone Plus is more than the usual $1.00 store. We have quality items that cost a little bit more and we provide all kinds of goods needed by our customers. Although, 60 to 70 % of our inventory is priced at $1.00,\”said Hiram Rodriguez, owner of Dollar Zone.

Located on part of the property that first was occupied by the Acme Market in the 1980’s and then later by the CVS store, Dollar Zone is part of the divided strip center that was developed by private individuals.

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Due to a scheduling conflict the 10/14 Gloucester Catholic vs. Williamstown Girls varsity and JV soccer game has been canceled.

Courtesy: MAAC Sports Release: 10/08/2009

Edison, N.J. – All-session tickets for the 2010 Citizens Bank MAAC Basketball Championships at the Times Union Center are on sale now.

\”This year the MAAC celebrates ‘The Magic of March\’ again at the Times Union Center in Albany,\” notes Richard J. Ensor, Commissioner of the MAAC. \”The pre-sale of the championship is very encouraging as the league seeks to surpass last year\’s record crowd.\”

\”We are very happy to host the 2010 Citizens Bank MAAC Basketball Championship at the Times Union Center here in Albany, NY,\” stated Bob Belber, General Manager – Times Union Center. \”The college basketball fans in this market have proven that they will really fill the seats for the MAAC Tournament when it is hosted in Albany. Over 50,000 people attended the event this past March. A high-energy atmosphere with a record breaking, huge crowd last year should at least allow Albany to be considered for the potential to host the MAAC Tournament in future years.\”

The championships will take place on March 4-8, crowing the MAAC Champions in men\’s and women\’s basketball. The winners earn the league\’s automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Basketball Championships. In 2009, over 50,000 fans attended the five-day event.

A limited number of premium seats, located in the fourth row courtside, feature two plush, padded seats at a cocktail table with in-seat food and beverage service while you enjoy the game. Tickets are available for $400 per seat or $800 per table.

All-session tickets located in the 100 level of the Times Union Center are $104.

A record-number of 652 all-session tickets were sold earlier during a pre-sale made available to season-ticket holders at the 10 MAAC member institutions.

Individual session tickets will go on sale Monday, February 1.

To purchase tickets to the 2010 Citizens Bank MAAC Basketball Championships, fans can stop by the Times Union Center box office, log on to www.timesunioncenter-albany.com, call 1-800-30-EVENT or visit select Price Chopper outlets.