Oaklyn Woman Killed in Fiery I-295 Crash; Passenger Airlifted

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EAST GREENWICH TOWNSHIP, NJ — A 22-year-old Oaklyn woman was killed Wednesday evening when her vehicle left Interstate 295 and crashed into a tree before bursting into flames, according to New Jersey State Police.

Five people hurt in Friday night wreck in Long County - Coastal Courier

The single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. on the southbound side of I-295 near milepost 17.4 in East Greenwich Township. State Police said Aigner Johnson, 22, was driving a Ford sedan when she lost control of the vehicle; the cause remains under investigation.

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Come Together to Honor Our Veterans

Celebrate Their Service, Sacrifice and Commitment

The Board of Commissioners and the Camden County Veterans Advisory Committee, invites you to attend these special days set aside to honor our nation and its men and women who have served our nation. To learn more, Click Here.

Upcoming Events:
Women Veterans Wellness Retreat – Fri, Oct. 30th @ 9 AM – 1:30 PM
Veterans Appreciation Luncheon & Resource Fair – Sat, Nov. 7th @ 11 AM
Padre Peter Molnar Veteran Appreciation Breakfast – Wed, Nov. 11th @ 8 AM
Pearl Harbor Day Commemoration – Mon, Dec. 7th @ TBA

Fall Into Fun at the CCPD Fall Festival!

Pumpkins, Costumes, Candy & Family Fun

The Camden County Police Department invites you to celebrate the season at our Fall Festival at Children’s Garden on Saturday, October31st, from 3 PM to 6 PM! Best of all, this event is FREE! Head to 3 Riverside Drive, Camden and enjoy the festivities, celebrate the season and make wonderful memories, there will be free parking. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fall fun featuring: Pumpkin painting and a bounce house, costume contest for children ages 12 and under with prizes, candy, free food, and much more! To learn more, Click Here.

Detectives Investigating Fatal Shooting in Camden

Camden, NJ – Detectives are investigating a shooting last week that resulted in the death of a man in Camden, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.

On October 20, 2026, at approximately 9:47 a.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to the 1200 block of Princess Avenue in Camden in reference to a person shot. Upon arrival, officers located a gunshot victim — identified as 29-year-old Jeshua Sammons of Pennsauken — lying on the sidewalk. The victim was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased at approximately 11:18 a.m. on October 21, 2026.

The investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jake Siegfried of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5086 and Detective Anthony Sulpizi of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 923-4096. Tips may also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Joan A. Windston, 87, of Audubon

Joan A. Windston, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2026, at the age of 87, with her beloved friend and caregiver Carole at her side. Lifelong resident of Audubon, NJ.

Loving wife of the late Owen A. Windston. Cherished daughter of the late Paul and Emma Adus. Beloved “Mom Mom” of Ken & Carole Sturgis, Luke, Jake and Madison and their families. Joan will be missed by her surviving family and friends. Also predeceased by her beloved dog, Murphy.

Joan worked for many years as a bookkeeper for PSE&G in Audubon. She was a longtime member of Audubon United Methodist Church, where her faith was an important part of her life. She enjoyed reading her Bible and was a talented seamstress who also loved to crochet.

Relatives and friends are invited to her graveside service on Friday October 30, 2026 at 10 AM in Harleigh Cemetery (Linden section), Camden, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, please remember Joan with a donation to her longtime church, Audubon United Methodist Church, 314 W Graisbury Ave, Audubon, NJ 08106. Please write in memo, Joan A. Windston.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Joan A. Windston. Funeral arrangements and inquiries through McCann–Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City, at 856-456-1142.

To send flowers with our preferred florist or plant a memorial tree, please visit our flower store.

Haddon Heights Fire; Victim Found During House Search

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HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ (October 27, 2026) — One person died Saturday evening after a fire swept through a home in the 1600 block of West High Street.

The Haddon Heights-Barrington Fire Department, along with automatic aid companies, were dispatched to a home in the 1600 unit block of W. High Street at approximately 5:20 p.m. on Oct. 24 for a reported dwelling fire.

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East Passyunk’s Le Virtù to Host Celiac-Safe Abruzzo Feast

Philadelphia, PA – For one night only, one of Philadelphia’s most famous and celebrated Italian restaurants will go all gluten-fre e! Le Virtù at 1927 E. Passyunk Avenue will present a special gluten-free, celiac safe dining experience on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. From when Le Virtù closes its doors on Wednesday night to Thursday afternoon, Chef and the staff will do a deep clean of the kitchen, bar and prep areas to present GF versions of their favorite dishes and special features – all celebrating and paying homage to the flavors and traditions of Abruzzo. Every single dish – from antipasti, primi, secondi, contorni, dolci – will be GF and celiac safe – and include Philadelphia’s only versions of top hits like Buckwheat tortiglioni with octopus ragu and cuttlefish ink, Spaghetti with goat ragu, Green Pea Fusilli, Rigatoni alla Vittoria, Peposo red wine braised beef shoulder, Grilled Pumpkin alla Parmigiana and Toasted Gnocchi. All dishes are a la carte and available to order pay-as-you-go, no ticket is required. Reservations are available now on Resy. For additional information, and menu updates, visit levirtu.com or follow @levirtu on Instagram.

Le Virtù, already known as one of the top places in the Greater Philadelphia region for gluten-free dining, will take things to the next level and present a special one-night experience where those who are GF and celiac can come and be worry-freee. Dining out and being GF for medical reasons, including celiac disease, can be challenging. Eating out with celiac disease in particular means less choices, less freedom, less socializing – and often means worry about finding safe options, worry about safety protocols, and worrying that restaurants even understand the disease.

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Dine with us at P.J. Whelihan’s of Cherry Hill

Got plans Wednesday night? Well, now you do! Join us at P.J. Whelihan’s in Cherry Hill for a Dine & Donate benefiting Spectracare Foundation!

Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting a great cause. When you dine with us, 15% of your purchase goes back to the Spectracare Foundation! Wednesday, October 28th, 5 PM – 9 PM P.J. Whelihan’s — Cherry Hill, NJ

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Man accused of killing wife outside of Walmart

Norristown, Pa. (Oct. 26, 2026) – Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Cheltenham Chief of Police Richard Schaffer announced charges against Destino Jean-Louis, 23, of Philadelphia, for the murder of 45-year-old Latosha Ann Cooper on Oct. 21, 2026, in the parking lot of Walmart in Cheltenham.

The murder occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 21, 2026. Cheltenham Township Police were dispatched to the Walmart at 1000 S. Easton Road in Cheltenham for a reported shooting. On arrival, police found Cooper lying next to her Nissan sedan with a gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Cheltenham Township Police and Montgomery County Detectives launched a joint homicide investigation. Through interviews and surveillance video detectives determined that Cooper and a coworker walked out of the Walmart after their shift and were standing outside talking when a masked man walked up to the victim and shot her. He then ran across Cheltenham Avenue into Philadelphia County. Video surveillance also showed the masked shooter standing near a bush with a direct line of sight to the entrance of the store, waiting for the victim to leave.

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Detectives Searching for Missing 13-Year-Old from Camden

Camden, NJ – The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Camden County Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing 13-year-old from Camden.

Yuri Cardoso was last seen on the 100 block of North 24th Street in Camden around 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026. She is known to frequent East Camden. She stands approximately 5’1″ tall and was last observed wearing a black shirt, grey shorts, and black Croc shoes.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call Detective Jessica Minniti of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit at (856) 883-0114 and Detective Valdez of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 519-3972.