Woodbury Man Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison for Aggravated Assault

Woodbury, NJ – Jose Velez, 39, of Woodbury, was sentenced to 3 years in state prison Friday for third-degree aggravated assault by the Honorable Kevin T. Smith, pursuant to a plea agreement, Gloucester County Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns, announced.

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: On November 27, 2025, a 43-year-old female victim reported to Woodbury Police that Velez was outside of her residence and strangled her until she nearly passed out. She reported that over the next few hours he assaulted her by kicking her “like a soccer ball” and hitting her “like a punching bag.”

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SBA Disaster Assistance Available for New Jersey Businesses, Private Nonprofits

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by drought beginning April 26.

Eligible Counties

New Jersey: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem

Delaware: Kent and Newcastle

Pennsylvania: Bucks, Delaware, and Philadelphia

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Gloucester Township Police Presents Our 2026 Thanksgiving Food Drive!

We are now accepting canned food and non-perishable items between now and November 17 for our 2026 Thanksgiving Food Drive! Our food drive drop box is located at our GTPD Headquarters Watch Desk located at 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ 08021.

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PA archery season starts Saturday!

Pennsylvania’s statewide deer archery season opens this Saturday, October 3 and runs through November 20, then reopens from December 26-January 24.

If you hunt from an elevated stand, always wear a full-body safety harness whenever your feet leave the ground.

Good luck. Have fun. Hunt safely.

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Overnight Incidents

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to Pat’s King of Steaks, 1237 E. Passyunk Avenue, for a reported assault.

Police learned that a male allegedly threw a cheesesteak at an employee’s face before fleeing. The employee was not injured.

On October 1, 2026, the male turned himself in to police and was charged with the summary offense of Harassment. His name is not releasable.

Boo at Philadelphia Zoo Expands

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia Zoo’s quintessential, family-friendly Halloween extravaganza, Boo at the Zoo, is back every weekend this October (plus Indigenous Peoples’ Day) for the first time in its over 20-year history! These fun-filled weekends include incredible costumes, festive fall treats and fang-tastic fun. Bring a candy bag, come dressed in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat around the Zoo, enjoy seasonal décor, boo-tiful autumn weather, Howl-oween children’s activities and have a spooktacular time. New for 2026, ride the Pherris Wheel for a fall view 10 stories up, visit Trick-or-Tree House, take a ride on the SEPTA PZ “Boo” Choo Train, check out Cryptic Creatures and Frightful Flora, visit early with new fall wildlife morning tours and enjoy the Teal Pumpkin Project for those with food allergies.

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Camden County 4-H Annual Haunting

It’s Haunting time and Camden County 4-H volunteers and members are busy transforming Lakeland into the annual Haunted Walk. The Haunted Walk will be held on Oct. 16-17 from 7-10:30 pm. The walk takes place in and around the Camden County Office of Sustainability at 508 Lakeland Road, Blackwood. Suggested for children ages 8 and up, the Haunting serves as the largest 4-H fundraiser of the year and has been held for more than 30 years.

A DJ will be spinning Halloween tunes each night, and Entertainment by Magic Ed and special guests from the Sam 4 Magic Club will amaze people with nightly shows at 8:30 pm. For an additional cost, there will be face painting, pumpkins, and snacks and beverages available.

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15TH District – Shooting

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a 24-year-old male walked into Jefferson Frankford Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to his lower back.

The victim was placed in stable condition. The scene was located on the 4200 block of Vista Street and held for investigation.

No arrests have been made at this time.

This investigation remains active and ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Anyone with information about this incident are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Westville Contingent Meets With 55 Developers

Westville, NJ (CNBNews)–On Wednesday, September 16th, Westville officials attended “30 Mayors & 30 Developers” held at Rowan College of South Jersey. The attendees included Mayor Sims, Council

President Nordaby, Councilmember Lawrence, Administrator Giles, Superintendent Finger of DPW and Planning & Business Development Committee member and resident Renee Gay.

The event was designed for towns to showcase and promote their respective towns wants and needs related to redevelopment and attracting businesses to their downtown business district. The Westville contingent were able to connect and network with many of the approximately 55 redevelopers who signed up to attend this event.

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Westville Welcomes New Restaurant; See Important Dates

Cleary’s Notebook News

WESTVILLE, NJ (October 1, 2026)(CNBNews)-Mayor Fritz Sims along with Councilman Lawrence recently welcomed owner Osiris Portorreal and his staff of the Dominican Cafe & Restaurant to the community. The Domican Cafe and Restaurant is located at 183 Broadway.

Sims thanked the owner for establishing his business in the community of Westville. Osiris received a borough welcoming packet from the mayor on behalf of the community.

Third Legislative District representatiives and Gloucester County Commissioners attended the event. The mayor encouraged all residents to visit the Domican Cafe and he asked the public to SHOP LOCAL!

Important October Dates