Philly’s Top Halloween Bar Opens for Spooky Season

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia’s top Halloween bar is back even bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever. Craftsman Row Saloon, at 112 S. 8th Street, is excited to announce the anticipated return of their award-winning Halloween pop-up experience – Nightmare Before Christmas: The Enchanted Nightmare. Guests are invited to wander through a haunted forest, have their fortune told by candlelight and step into a world where their favorite scary movies – and the spooky whimsy of The Nightmare Before Christmas – come to life. On the Halloween menu of food additions look for Frankenberger, Vampire Burger, Oktoberfest Burger, Spookghetti and Meatballs, Candy Apple Turkey BLT, Ms. Argentina (Dorito crusted chicken sandwhich), Smoked Queso Skillet, Spiderweb Chips and Guac, Boo-Schetta and Harvest Moon Salad. From the bar, look for a special menu of potions and cocktails including Candytini, Web of Nightmares, Toxic Treat, Bloody Nightcap, Pumpkin Marg, Midnight Mezcal, Vampire Bite, Witches Goblet, Forbidden Apple, Bloodbag, and much more.

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Veronica “Ronnie” White, 87, of Sicklerville

In the loving care of her family, Ronnie (nee Murphy) passed peacefully on September 13, 2026, at the age of 87, at home in Sicklerville, NJ. She was the cherished wife of the late James White, with whom she shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. She was the loving mother of James (Miriam) and Lucille (predeceased Steve).

Ronnie was born and raised in Gloucester City, NJ and attended Gloucester High School. She worked many years as a cashiering clerk for FiServ in Philadelphia, PA. She was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Church in Gloucester City, where her faith and community were an important part of her life.

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Free Private Well Water Testing Available for Delawareans

Delawareans who rely on private wells for their drinking water can request free testing for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, and a range of other contaminants through a statewide program offered by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS).

This free testing is available as part of Delaware’s expanded efforts to identify and address potential contaminants in drinking water. The program also advances a priority identified in Delaware’s 2026 PFAS Implementation Plan to expand access to PFAS testing for private wells across the state.

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Rowan’s Nicolucci, Ferris, and Bivona Land Weekly NJAC Honors

Olivia Nicolucci, Hannah Ferris, and Abigail Bivona were cited by the New Jersey Athletic Conference in its weekly player of the week honors for the week ending September 13th.

Nicolucci was selected the NJAC Field Hockey Rookie of the Week. The freshman forward scored the first goal of her career, and finished the game with two, as the Profs defeated Muhlenberg, 7-0, for their first win of the year. She tallied the game’s first goal, which was the eventual gamewinnner, at 39:10. Nicolucci then followed with Rowan’s third goal of the game at 50:41.

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Mark A. Higginbotham, 61, of Vineland

Mark A. Higginbotham, age 61, of Vineland, NJ passed away peacefully while surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Mr. Higginbotham was born in Camden, NJ and had resided in Bellmawr, NJ before moving to Vineland. Mark, also known as “Big Dog”, brought an element of excitement to any gathering and was typically the loudest person in the room. Having lived in the South Jersey area, he amplified that electric personality simply by being an avid Cowboys fan. Mark also naturally enjoyed the casino atmosphere and relished in his Saturday trips to Live Casino. But above all, he cherished the time spent with family and friends and will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

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A Mission. A Ride. A Legacy.

By David Heredia Jr.

Reflections on the 2026 Legacy Run from National American Legion Riders Chairman David Heredia Jr.

When we chose “A Mission. A Ride. A Legacy.” as the theme for the 2026 American Legion Legacy Run, I knew those words represented what we wanted this 20th anniversary journey to be about.

What I did not know was just how deeply we would come to understand them before the final motorcycle reached Louisville.

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Sweetie and I Attacked by Aggressive Dog During Evening Walk

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 16, 2026)–This past April, Sweetie, my three-year-old English Labrador Retriever, and I added an evening walk to our daily routine. Including our morning walk, we average between three and four miles each day. With the waning days of summer upon us, those walks will soon be limited by winter weather until spring returns.

Because we walk so much, encountering an aggressive dog every now and then is not unusual.

Last night, for example, a hostile mixed-breed dog charged at us on Stites Avenue near Powell Street. The dog appeared to be part pit bull: short and stocky, with a wide head and muscular build.

Sweetie and I were walking west on Powell Street toward Broadway when we heard a dog barking. As we approached the corner, we found a large broken tree branch blocking the sidewalk. To continue our walk, we had to step into the street.

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Mosquito Spraying Throughout Camden County

Early Thursday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County.

“It’s important for residents to be cognizant of any standing water on their property,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission. “Mosquitos need standing water to breed, so you can help keep them off your property by removing water from places like flowerpots and containers. Being proactive has a major impact on the mosquito population and helps the hardworking people at the Camden County Mosquito Control Commission in their efforts.”

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Delaware Confirms 3rd Case of Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer

DNREC Community Meeting Wednesday, Sept. 16 to Provide Update on State’s
CWD Response and Explain Temporary Emergency Deer Hunting Regulations

Delaware has confirmed a third case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer in central Sussex County. The new detection expands the state’s Chronic Wasting Disease Management Zone (CMZ) to include Wildlife Management Zone 11, along with zones 14 and 16. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is applying temporary regulations in the additional affected area to help limit the spread of the disease.

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Jefferson Cherry Hill & MossRehab Host 9/11 Stair Climb

On September 11, 2026, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Moss Rehab Institute for Brain Health (which treats veterans, national guard and first-responders with Traumatic Brain Injury) hosted members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department, Cherry Hill Police Department, and members of the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) from Cherry Hill High School West for a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.

Participants climbed 1067 steps, which is the amount of first responders that were killed on 9/11, as well as the ones that have since passed away from 9/11 related illness.