Celebrate NJ Wine Month at Camden County Wineries

Calling all Wine Lovers! November is New Jersey Wine Month and Camden County wineries throughout the month will be hosting special events celebrating the rich flavors, passionate vintners, and beautiful vineyards that make our state’s wine scene truly special. From weekend tastings to winery tours, South Jersey has no shortage of places to sip and savor.

“Cheers to New Jersey Wine” will be accompany the clinking of glasses among the 60+ wineries and vineyards. Join the fun by using the following hashtags on social: #NJWineMonth #SouthJersey #CheersNJWine #NJWineTrail

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Kowalczyk Scores Twice but #13 Rowan Field Hockey Falls Short to #17 Lynchburg

GLASSBORO, NJ – Sydney Kowalczyk had two goals but the rally by #13 Rowan fell short as #17 Lynchburg held on for a 3-2 win in the First Round of the 2025 NCAA Division III Field Hockey Championship. Rowan, which won its fifth consecutive NJAC Championship, ends the year with a 16-6 record.

Lynchburg built up a 3-0 lead with all of its goals in the second quarter. Allie Freeman scored first at 16:43, assisted by Khanyisile Mzizi, and the Mzizi scored the next two, with the first at 24:16 and the third just five minutes later.

Rowan got on the board in the third quarter as senior Tess Herman took the initial shot and the Kowalczyk collected the loose ball in front and swept it in at 34:00.

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WinterFest Ice Skating Season at Cooper River

Get your skates and glide into WinterFest’s Ice Skating at Cooper River Park, presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners! Opening Friday, November28th through February23rd at Cooper River Park, near the corner of Cuthbert Blvd. and Park Avenue. This fun-filled event will have hot cocoa, beautiful decorations, and all the skating you can handle. Bring your friends and family to feel the thrill of the ice! Please note, Camden County’s WinterFest is an official Toys for Tots drop off location.

Hours Open:
Thursday: 5 PM – 9 PM
Friday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Saturday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 9 PM

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Three Men Arrested for Child Sexual Abuse Material

Camden County, NJ – Three Camden County men were arrested last month for crimes related tochild sexual abuse material (CSAM), reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

Investigations conducted by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crimes Unit, including task force officers from the Gloucester Township Police Department, Cherry Hill Police Department, Camden County Sheriff’s Office, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) – Cherry Hill, in collaboration with the Pennsauken Police Department and Pine Hill Police Department, led to the following defendants being arrested in October 2025:

· Paul Braunstein, 30, of Cherry Hill

· Jaiden Wilson, 19, of Pennsauken

· Ulrich Markiewicz, 22, of Pine Hill

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: My Daughter Just Wants To Walk at Graduation

Fifteen years ago, I noticed something different about my two-year-old daughter, Sammy’s walk. She had a noticeable sway in her hips, a little diva move that seemed more cute than concerning. But when she struggled to keep up in gymnastics and dance, we took her to a physical therapist. After months of sessions, the therapist made a quiet suggestion that changed everything: “It would be nice to have a diagnosis.”

That comment launched a journey no parent imagines. After undergoing genetic testing, only possible because we enrolled in a study at the National Institutes of Health, Sammy was diagnosed with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I/R9, an ultra-rare muscle-wasting disease.

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Enjoy Your Weekend in South Jersey!

There is more than enough fun for the whole family in South Jersey, with a wide variety of events and activities this weekend! Whether you’re interested in festivals, live performances, wineries, or getting active – we’ve got it all!

SNAP users can still buy fresh, local food at the Collingswood Farmers’ Market every Saturday through Thanksgiving, from 8 AM to 12 PM at 713 North Atlantic Ave. SNAP shoppers can stop by the SNAP/EBT table and present your EBT card to receive up to $25 in Market Vouchers, plus a match up to $25 in Good Food Bucks for fresh fruits & veggies (no card transaction required). That’s up to $50 each week to spend at the market on fresh, nutrient-dense food for you and your family. This community-funded effort is made possible by Collingswood Cares, Good Food Bucks NJ, and donations from generous neighbors.

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Cooper University Health Care Honors 2025 Armed Forces Persons of the Year Recipients

(Camden and Cape May Court House, NJ) – Cooper University Health Care proudly announces the 2025 Armed Forces Persons of the Year honorees, recognizing outstanding Cooper team members whose military and civilian service exemplify dedication, integrity, and compassion. Winners of the award are nominated by their colleagues.

This year’s recipients include Dana O’Donnell from Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional and co-honorees Dennis Perez and Erasmo “Rico” Rivera from Cooper University Hospital in Camden.

The honorees were recognized during Cooper’s annual Veterans Day celebrations, with ceremonies held at both Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional on Monday, November 10, and Cooper University Hospital in Camden on Tuesday, November 11. The celebrations are among Cooper’s most honored Veterans Day traditions, bringing together team members, veterans, and active military members to recognize those who have served our nation and continue to serve through their work in health care.

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Theodore R. Schuehler, 84, of Woolwich Twp. Formerly of Collingswood

Ted passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025. A resident of Woolwich Twp., NJ and formerly of Collingswood, NJ, he was 84.

Beloved husband of 57 years to the late Patricia Schuehler (nee Blakney). Loving father of Glen (Karen), Brian (Kim) and Craig. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren: Jamie (Stephen) McNamara, Kyle (Inyoung) Stoy, Andrew (Madeline) Schuehler, Kurt Schuehler, Kelly (Reed) Sutliff, Brianna (Brad) Kline and Mark (Shelby) Schuehler, 7 great grandchildren and 5 nieces. He was predeceased by his parents, R. Raymond and Mildred Schuehler, his brother, Raymond Schuehler and sister-in-law, Susan Schuehler.

Ted was a member of the Collingswood Fire Company Number 1 for 64 years and was a life member. He worked his way through the ranks and was the Chief of the fire company for many years. His three boys also volunteered with their father in Collingswood. He began in the fire service as a junior fire fighter at the Westmont Fire Company and volunteered shortly at the Woolwich Fire Company at the end of his career.

Ted graduated from Camden County College with a degree in fire technology and worked for Pepsi-Cola Co. in Pennsauken for 35 years where he was a driver salesman.

Ted was an avid sports fan and spent his free time coaching many sports teams that his sons were involved in. He coached the Oaklyn Cougars for 15 years and had the pleasure of coaching with his three sons.

Ted, like his father, was also a Mason and member of Collingswood Cloud Lodge No. 101 F & AM.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Wednesday, November 19, 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 820 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108. Funeral service will follow at 12:00 Noon. Interment private.

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CCPO Promotes Five Veteran Supervisors and Detectives

Camden, NJ – Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay is pleased to announce the promotions of five veteran members of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.

On November 5, 2025, Captain Jose Rosado, Lieutenant James Brining Jr., Lieutenant Jenna Gamble, Sergeant Allison Dubé-Smith, and Sergeant Tanner Oglivie were sworn-in by Prosecutor MacAulay before Chief of Detectives Robert Ferris, Deputy Chief of Detectives Randall MacNair, and Chief of Staff Michael Mangold.

Captain Rosado will supervise the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, Megan’s Law Unit, Trial Team Unit, Grand Jury Unit, Juvenile Unit, and Community Engagement and Outreach Unit. He began his law enforcement career as a police officer at the Lawnside Police Department in 2006 and later worked at the Barrington Police Department. In 2014, he joined the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office as a detective and served in the Narcotics Unit, Homicide Unit, Special Victims Unit, and Domestic Violence Unit. In 2021, he was promoted to sergeant and served with the Grand Jury Unit, Homicide Unit, and Special Victims Unit. In 2024, he was promoted to lieutenant and oversaw the Special Victims Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, and Megan’s Law Unit as well as served as the coordinator for the Child Abduction Response Team (CART) and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT).

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