Army-Navy Game: Camaraderie, honor and service

By Henry Howard-Commander-News

American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley compared success in the military to victory on the gridiron as part of the 126^th annual Army-Navy Game presented by USAA on Dec. 13 at M&T Stadium in Baltimore.

“These guys are defending their turf, trying to keep the other side from getting in the end zone,” said Wiley, an Air Force veteran. “When their service academy time is up, they’ll be officers serving this great country and they’ll be defending America’s turf. And when you think about the things that you learn through sports, you learn teamwork, discipline, leadership and grit. And all those things that not only serve you well in life, but in the military too.”

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Camden County Offering a Free Senior Snow Removal Program Elderly (65+) and Disabled

Camden County, NJ offers a free Senior Snow Removal Program for qualifying elderly (65+) and disabled residents, using Dept. of Corrections crews to clear snow from driveways/walkways after storms, but it requires residents to call after each event to request service (856-783-4808 ext. 5035); crews work during daylight (8 AM – 3 PM) and don’t supply salt.
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Robot Vacuum Cleaners: How to Choose One and Do You Really Need It?

For many people, the idea of a small, diligent machine quietly gliding around the floor, collecting dust while they relax, is deeply appealing. Robot vacuum cleaners promise to reclaim time, reduce daily effort, and keep a home looking reasonably tidy with minimal intervention. But like any modern gadget, they sit somewhere between genuine helper and clever luxury, and it’s worth examining where they truly fit in your life before buying one.

In some households, the attraction is less about the device itself and more about what you can do while it works: reading a book, preparing dinner, or even taking a short break to click here and try your luck at a live casino game, all while the floor quietly gets taken care of in the background. The broader question is whether this convenience justifies the cost, the setup, and the inevitable compromises.

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Lawmakers propose tax breaks to save New Jersey diners

New Jersey Monitor

December 12, 2025 by Nikita Biryukov

Two New Jersey lawmakers have proposed a bill that would extend new tax breaks to New Jersey diners in a bid to counter post-pandemic slowdowns and inflation. The bill, dubbed the “Saving Our Diners and Protecting Our Past Act,” would exempt qualifying diners from New Jersey’s sales tax and create new tax credits for the state’s historic diners and other restaurants. It is sponsored by Sen. Paul Moriarty (D-Gloucester) and Assemblyman Lou Greenwald (D-Camden). “They’re kind of the history and culture of many of our communities and kind of a symbol of our state, and I thought we could do something to maybe help them, preserve them, and keep them from closing,” Moriarty said. The sponsors said diners — something of a cultural hallmark in New Jersey — need the assistance amid rising costs and shifting consumer patterns that have pushed some establishments that have operated for decades to close. Those closures include, among several others, the 58-year-old Cherry Hill Diner, the 38-year-old Townsquare Diner, and the 85-year-old Miss America Diner.

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High Magnesium Intake Protects Your Heart

Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., writes: Scientists studied magnesium intake along with standard care of treatment in relation to cardiovascular disease and all-cause and coronary heart disease mortality for subjects who had a heart attack less than 10 years before. The study included 4,365 Dutch subjects ages 60 to 80. Magnesium intake was ascertained via a food frequency questionnaire.Only 28% of the male and 33% of the female patients had adequate magnesium intake. Compared to those with the lowest intake, higher magnesium intake was associated with a 28% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality.Special: More Than 50% of Older Americans Fail to Get Enough MagnesiumFor those who took a diuretic medication (drugs that help kidneys excrete urine) there was a 45% lower risk of mortality with higher amounts of magnesium.Magnesium is essential for the heart, and lowers the risk for cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality from heart conditions. Studies have also shown inverse associations between magnesium and the risk of hypertension, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.I’ve been checking patients’ magnesium levels for three decades, and over that time levels have been consistently falling. Low magnesium predisposes a person to muscle cramps, aches and pains, and arrhythmias. Conversely, treating patients with magnesium helps all these conditions.Foods high in magnesium include sunflowers, soybeans, cocoa beans, almonds, Brazil nuts, pine nuts, spearmint, basil, spinach, and flax seeds.Magnesium is also safe as a supplement; diarrhea is the only adverse effect, which is easily managed by lowering the dose.Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., editor of the Natural Way to Health newsletter, is a board-certified family physician and one of the nation’s foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. In addition to his practice, Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and is the author of more than a dozen very popular books.

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D.C. Dispatch: What N.J.’s members of Congress did in Washington this week

New Jersey Globe

December 12, 2025 by Joey Fox

The issue of collective bargaining in the federal government came up during the debate over the National Defense Authorization Act, the final version of which passed the House this week. Rep. Donald Norcross (D-Camden), a member of the Armed Services Committee that wrote the bill, had successfully inserted an amendment undoing Trump’s collective bargaining order for Department of Defense workers specifically. But the amendment was then stripped out, reportedly due to opposition in the Senate; the broader bill that passed yesterday goes further than the Norcross amendment, but unlike the NDAA, there’s no guarantee it will pass the Senate. “Less than 24 hours ago, in this very room, we had a chance to immediately restore collective bargaining rights just for the Department of Defense. [Republicans] all voted no,” Norcross said on the House floor during debate on the collective bargaining bill. “And today, they want to vote yes? A day late and a dollar short, is what I’m talking about.”…Rep. Norcross helped to introduce the Empowering App-Based Workers Act this week, a bill that aims to improve working conditions for workers who earn their paychecks through app-based jobs like food delivery or ridesharing.

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Van Drew Urges Governor to Declare State of Emergency to Protect Our Beaches

Washington, DC –Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Governor Murphy and Governor-elect Sherrill requesting that the State of New Jersey immediately declare a State of Emergency and issue a disaster declaration so that we can begin the formal process of securing federal assistance to stabilize and repair our beaches.

“Under federal law, New Jersey cannot even begin the process of requesting emergency help from the Army Corps of Engineers unless the Governor makes this declaration,” said Congressman Van Drew. “The Jersey Shore has taken repeated hits from storms, erosion, and heavy surf, and we are at a point where action is necessary to prevent further damage. I have already identified the federal funding available for this exact purpose, and I have spoken with the Army Corps of Engineers about how we would implement it. But nothing can begin until the Governor makes the formal request.

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Christmas Appeal Letters Have Arrived! Make your Donation to Support GCHS Students!

Gloucester Catholic’s Annual Christmas Appeal letters have arrived in homes across the region! We ask that you make an online donation to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Click Here to View Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone, Jr. Click Here to View GC’s 2025 Christmas Appeal Letter! Three Ways To Give!VENMO — @gcramsgiving ONLINE — CLICK HERE OR ON GRAPHIC TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAILKindly make check payable to:Gloucester Catholic High School333 Ridgeway StreetGloucester City, NJ 08030 Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic!Once a Ram… Always a Ram

Get Connected With Your Government

Camden County offers many options to stay connected with your government, including this weekly newsletter, social channels, and live meetings. The Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be scheduling new Town Hall meetings with all levels of government in 2026. If you need assistance, we will forward inquiries to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.

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Sen. Rick Scott, Chairman Pfluger’s More Affordable Care Act Wins Support

The Republican Study Committee (RSC) showcased the broad and growing bicameral support for the More Affordable Care Act introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and RSC Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11). The legislation stops funneling billions to insurance companies and instead deposits federal subsidies directly into Trump Health Freedom Accounts that families control. Americans can shop across state lines, compare plans, and choose coverage that fits their needs while hospitals are required to post actual prices upfront so families see real costs before they buy.

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