Ex-Washington Twp. Teacher Charged in Minor Sex Assault

Woodbury, NJ – Ashley A. Fisler, 36, of Washington Township, was arrested Thursday and is facing eight charges including sexual assault of a minor, endangering the welfare of a child, and official misconduct of a public servant, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case:

On Jan. 23, 2026, the victim, now an adult, disclosed an unlawful sexual relationship with Fisler while the victim was still a minor and Fisler was their teacher at Orchard Valley Middle School. The victim described multiple sexual encounters occurring in 2021 in Fisler’s vehicle and in her classroom. Subsequent investigation revealed text messages between Fisler and the victim confirming the unlawful sexual nature of their relationship. Fisler is no longer employed as a teacher in Washington Township or anywhere else.

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Jefferson Health NICU Babies Are Ready for Some Baseball

Nothing signals the return of spring like Phillies baseball – and Jefferson Health’s tiniest rookies are dressed and ready for opening day. Babies from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Jefferson Washington Township Hospital wore their red, white and blue team gear to celebrate the Phils’ return to the diamond. Our nurses and providers say these tiny bundles of joy are true MVPs, batting a thousand and turning every inning into a comeback story.

Gaylord Boxes vs. Corrugated Pallets: Which Is Right for Your Bulk Shipping Needs?

Bulk shipping decisions have a way of sneaking up on you. You need something that protects the load, keeps freight costs reasonable, and actually fits the way your operation runs. Gaylord boxes and corrugated pallets both get the job done in the right situation, but they’re not interchangeable.

Knowing the difference upfront saves money and prevents the kind of logistics headaches that slow everything down.

What Are Gaylord Boxes?

Gaylord boxes are large, heavy-duty corrugated cardboard containers designed to hold bulk quantities of goods.

They sit on a pallet base and are built from multi-wall corrugated construction, giving them enough rigidity to handle significant weight without collapsing. Gaylord cardboard boxes come in a range of sizes, with depths typically running from 24 to 45 inches. Weight capacity varies by construction, but most standard Gaylord boxes handle anywhere from 500 to 2,000 pounds, depending on the wall grade and base support.

Food processing, agriculture, recycling, and manufacturing all lean on them heavily. They’re practical for loose goods such as produce, grains, plastic pellets, and scrap materials that need to be contained and moved in bulk. Used Gaylord boxes are also widely available, making them one of the more budget-friendly bulk packaging options on the market.

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Gail H. Lore, 91, of Haddon Heights

Peacefully on March 23, 2026, of Haddon Heights, NJ. She was 91 years old.

Beloved wife of the late H. Norman Lore. Dear mother of Donald (Millie) Lore and the late Eric B. Lore, Sr. (Dawn). Loving grandmother of Eric B. Lore, Jr. (Rachel), Stephanie, Jonathan and Jeffrey. She is also lovingly survived by 3 great grandchildren, California, Bryan and Nathan and her brother, Dr. Frank E. Seidelmann.

Gail was a graduate of Collingswood High School and longtime member of the Audubon United Methodist Church. She enjoyed traveling, especially cruises and was an avid Phillies fan. Gail was also artistically talented and taught a ceramics class for several years.

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Pet Travel Laws in the U.S. Carry Big Penalties

A new study has revealed the toughest U.S. states for pet travel, with a warning that driving with a pet through some states can result in fines or even jail time unless you follow the local road rules.
From pups perched on laps to gleefully sticking their heads out of car windows, these are everyday habits NJ pet owners should be wary of if they want to avoid road penalties, warns U.S. pet travel experts.

A new study by USA’s leading pet travel experts, skye-pets.com , reveals where the toughest pet travel laws are in America, with Washington, New Jersey and Minnesota leading the way with the strictest sanctions related to animal welfare while travelling on the road.

Joanna Maddison, founder of skye-pets.com said, “You can find yourself being penalised for acts such as winding your window down to let the dog enjoy the wind in their ears, which can be deemed a hazard and potentially dangerous for both the pet and other drivers.

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Route 30 Lane Closures Thursday Night; EB Ramp to Memorial Dr Closed

Route 30 is scheduled to have lane closures in two sections – one eastbound and one westbound – on Thursday night to implement traffic shifts, as the Route 30, Cooper Street to Grove Street resurfacing project advances in Camden, Pennsauken, and Collingswood, Camden County. In addition, the Route 30 eastbound exit ramp to Memorial Drive is scheduled to be closed and detoured. In the event of inclement weather, work will take place the following night.

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Deputy Sheriff Steven Bruner

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, Florida End of Watch: Saturday, March 21, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Steven Bruner, 40, suffered a fatal medical emergency after assisting people in evacuating from the Mossy Pond Fire.

The fire has ravaged over 500 acres, evacuating over 100 people, destroying 15 dwellings and 7 outbuildings, leaving at least 43 displaced people.

Corporal Timothy J. O’Connor, Jr.

Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania End of Watch: Sunday, March 8, 2026

Corporal Timothy O’Connor, 40, was shot and killed during a traffic stop in West Caln Township, near the intersection of Michael Road and Route 10 in West Caln Township, at approximately 8:24 p.m.

While responding to a complaint about an erratic driver, Corporal O’Connor located and pulled the vehicle over. When Corporal O’Connor approached the vehicle, the driver shot from inside the vehicle, fatally wounding Corporal O’Connor.

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Philly CBP Intercepts 2 Europe-Bound Marijuana Loads

PHILADELPHIA – Two women are facing felony drug possession charges after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted 97 pounds of marijuana in smuggling attempts on consecutive days this week at Philadelphia International Airport.

CBP officers seized 41 pounds of marijuana on March 16 and another 56 pounds on March 17 that were discovered in baggage being loaded onto flights bound for Europe. CBP narcotics detector dog Fredo, a 3-year-old male German shepherd, alerted officers to the marijuana.

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Utility Cost Protection Bill Clears Assembly

Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr.’s legislation designed to ensure that public utility customers are not burdened with subsidizing the energy costs of large load data centers passed the New Jersey General Assembly on Monday. Assembly members Joe Danielsen, Clinton Calabrese and Eliana Pintor Marin also sponsored Bill A796.