“I’m proud to commit to fighting for a South Jersey where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive” Brigantine, NJ — Earlier today, South Jersey Progressive Democrats announced its endorsement of Amy Kennedy, former public school teacher and mental health advocate, running for New Jersey’s second congressional district. “I’m so proud to have earned the endorsement of the South Jersey Progressive Democrats and I’m proud to commit to fighting for a South Jersey where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive,” said Amy... Continue reading

(June, 1, 2020)--A renowned Antifa militant who publicly celebrates attacks on law enforcement is getting a cash settlement from a big U.S. city after claiming in a federal lawsuit that his civil rights were violated during a violent protest with his fellow extremists. The incident occurred in August 2018 when hundreds of radical leftists, including masked Antifa militants, confronted police and conservatives in downtown Portland, Oregon. Rowdy demonstrators used pepper spray against police and threw fireworks, bottles, rocks and ball bearings, according to a local... Continue reading

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Month, SONIC is providing teachers with necessary supplies for students to continue learning at home OKLAHOMA CITY (May 29, 2020) – To recognize the entrepreneurial spirit driving teachers to meet their students' distance learning needs during this difficult time, SONIC® Drive-In matched all donations to DonorsChoose on Teacher Appreciation Day, giving Amy Brown in Gloucester County, $112. Through Limeades for Learning®, SONIC donated $1 million to public school teacher requests across the country on Teacher Appreciation Day – Tuesday, May... Continue reading

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ--(June 1, 2020)--The Gloucester Township Police Department issued a THANK YOU to the wonderful residents who delivered refreshments (and recorded it onto Instagram!) to their officers patrolling the Gloucester Premium Outlets on Sunday night. Continue reading

FOLSOM, N.J. – June 1, 2020 – South Jersey Gas, a subsidiary of SJI (NYSE: SJI), announced today that it submitted its annual Basic Gas Supply Service (BGSS), Balancing Service Charge (BSC) and Conservation Incentive Program (CIP) filings – requesting a 4.4% decrease. If approved by the BPU, the combined effect of the proposed BGSS, BSC and CIP rate changes for an average residential heating customer utilizing 100 therms of gas during a winter heating month, would be a decrease of $6.34. “Across our organization,... Continue reading

The FBI respects the rights of individuals to peacefully exercise their First Amendment rights. Our mission of protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution is dual and simultaneous, not contradictory. Accordingly, we are committed to apprehending and charging violent instigators who are exploiting legitimate, peaceful protests and engaging in violations of federal law. The continued violence, potential threat to life, and destruction of property across the United States interferes with the rights and safety of First Amendment-protected peaceful demonstrators, as well as all other... Continue reading

as Missing Moves project advances in Camden County Overnight detours this week in preparation of bridge demolition (Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the Creek Road Bridge over I-295 will be closed and detoured overnight this week as the Missing Moves project between I-295 and Route 42 advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. Beginning at 8 p.m. tonight, Monday, June 1, until 12 midnight, NJDOT’s contractor, South State, Inc., is scheduled to close one lane on the Creek Road Bridge over... Continue reading

NEWARK, N.J. – The Justice Department today sued a Gloucesster County construction company for allegedly defrauding the United States by falsely claiming credit for using disadvantaged business entities, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced. C. Abbonizio Contractors Inc., a company based in Sewell, New Jersey, allegedly defrauded the government by claiming to use disadvantaged entities when those entities were not actually used to perform work. Companies performing federally funded work on New Jersey transportation projects sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) are required... Continue reading

This story was written and produced by NJ Spotlight. It is being republished under a special NJ News Commons content-sharing agreement related to COVID-19 coverage. To read more, visit njspotlight.com. JOANNA GAGIS, NJTV NEWS | JUNE 1, 2020 | BUSINESS, CORONAVIRUS IN NJ 'I want the state to trust us' to follow safety protocols, says owner of one salon Frank Rizzieri owns a chain of salons, spas and beauty schools in New Jersey and Florida. He has reopened in Florida, but is one of many... Continue reading

CNBNews photo GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 1, 2020)(Gloucestercitynews.net)--Katie Ahern, a teacher at the Cold Springs Early Childhood Center in Gloucester City was standing near the entrance to the building Monday morning on Cold Springs Drive with a "We Miss Our Cubs" sign. Our Peyton, who can never turn down a chance to have her photo taken, joined Katie. The state's more than 600 school districts have been closed since March 16, with educators teaching remotely, because of the coronavirus outbreak. CNBNews photo RELATED: Searching for... Continue reading

You know the saying about rats and sinking ships. Ever since President Trump's victory, the Democrat Party has been getting increasingly desperate. And with the 2020 election coming up, they're doing everything they can to sabotage their rivals — including infiltration. Well, we're not gonna fall for it. From the Shore News Network: RNC Insider Candidate Profile Shows Rikin Mehta as “Hard Democrat” ...in the GOP candidate profile database, the [Republican] party identifies Mehta as a “Hard Democrat”. Screenshots published to the internet this week,... Continue reading

Virtual DisABILITIES Classes and Programs Since many in-person classes and programs have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Camden County Department of Disabilities and Special Needs is now offering online and virtual programing. Visit www.CamdenCounty.com for a listing of classes like dancing, yoga, boxing and fitness. The online series is updated weekly. Read More. Due to the Corona Virus pandemic and emergency measures put in place for public safety, Camp Sunny Side 2020 has been cancelled. Moving forward during these difficult times and... Continue reading

The Southern Burlington County, the Willingboro and Vicinity and the Greater Delaware Valley Branches of the NAACP are joining together with the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office to sponsor a virtual candlelight vigil tonight (June 1) at 8:19 p.m. to honor the memory of George Floyd; support equal justice and accountability for all throughout our country; and urge calm in our nation’s streets and respect for the vast majority of police officers who honorably serve their communities every day. On Monday, May 25, 2020 at approximately... Continue reading

Trooper First Class Eugene Kenneth Baron, Jr. Connecticut State Police, Connecticut End of Watch Monday, May 25, 2020 CONNECTICUT STATE Trooper First Class Eugene Baron, age 56, died as the result of cancer contracted while assisting with rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Trooper Baron had served with the Connecticut State Police for 18 years prior to medically retiring. He is survived by three children, parents, two sisters, his girlfriend and her two... Continue reading

On May 3, 2013, a resident of Magnolia, NJ for many years. Age 69 years. Beloved Husband and Best friend of Carol (nee Marquardt). Devoted father of Michelle Cooper, son-in-law Bill of Bellmawr, NJ and Carolyn McLean and son-in-law Bill of Ridley Park, PA. Loving grandfather of Jillian Cooper, Kevin McLean, Steven McLean, Kayleigh McLean, and Colin McLean. Dear son-in-law of Emma Marquardt and brother-in-law of Robert and Karen Marquardt. Predeceased by his brother Kenneth Taggart. Also, survived by loving nieces and nephews. Ron was... Continue reading

SEATTLE - Every year the Coast Guard makes thousands of phone calls to mariners, boat owners and emergency points of contact in response to receiving distress alerts from emergency position indicating radio beacons. An EPIRB is a beacon that alerts the Coast Guard that the vessel registered to the EPIRB is in distress and requires a search and rescue response. These alerts can often mean the difference between the life and death of persons on the water and have been critical to providing rescue teams... Continue reading

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (June 1, 2020)Now that the weather is breaking, and if you see our Gloucester Township Police bike patrols, please give us a wave as we patrol through your neighborhood! The Gloucester Township Police Department began an active Bicycle Patrol program in 2010. The Bicycle Patrol assignment is an additional duty of patrol personnel. Officers chosen for Bicycle Patrol must complete a bicycle training program. Their times of operations vary and they can be seen during the day and night throughout Gloucester Township... Continue reading

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ--Emma L. Marquardt (Gloucester City, New Jersey), born in Camden, New Jersey, passed away on May 28, 2020, at the age of 95, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook. She was predeceased by : her husband Carl F.; and her daughter Carol (late Ron Taggart). She is survived by : her son Robert (Karen); and her grandchildren, Michele... Continue reading

Police Officer Nate Lyday Ogden Police Department, Utah End of Watch Thursday, May 28, 2020 Ogden, UTAH--Police Officer Nate Lyday was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at a home in the 300 block of Jackson Avenue. A woman had called 911 and reported that a male subject was threatening to kill her. When Officer Lyday and other officers arrived at the home was located on the front porch. He was uncooperative with officers before running inside the home. As officers... Continue reading

NBC Nightly News anchor Lester Holt delivered prerecorded remarks during the virtual Rutgers University 254th Anniversary Commencement. see commencement video : https://go.rutgers.edu/mts9znxd NBC Nightly News anchor Lester Holt confided in the Rutgers Class of 2020 that this was not the moment anyone had envisioned for them in a recorded message that was part of an unprecedented virtual commencement ceremony. It was a theme echoed throughout an hour-long celebration for graduates of Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences viewed Sunday on the university’s... Continue reading

Even though it seems that the boys basketball season ended ages ago, with an “incomplete” grade, the Carino Boys Basketball Club is pleased to announce and recognize the following coaches and players for their efforts in this most difficult 2019-2020 season. Due to our current health situation, the event to honor all award winners needed to be cancelled. Arrangements will be made to deliver awards to the recipients. With the success of their annual All-Star games, the Club continues to award scholarships to deserving seniors.... Continue reading

By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square May 29, 2020 – New Jersey day cares, youth sports programs and summer day camps will resume in the next few weeks, Gov. Phil Murphy said at his Friday news conference. Child care centers, except for those approved to care for the children of essential workers, were closed on April 1 by the governor's executive order. They will reopen on June 16. All non-contact sports can resume on June 22. Murphy said that includes all youth sports, including... Continue reading

(Cherry Hill, NJ) – Have you and your family always wanted to garden? Do you just need a few tips to get started this growing season? Then join Camden County Master Gardener Coordinator Rebecca Szkotak and Camden County 4-H Agent Sharon Kinsey for the Get Ready to Grow! Family Gardening Series scheduled biweekly on Thursdays during June, July, and August 2020. This six-part webinar series offered via WebEx is free of charge but requires pre-registration to participate. Szkotak will teach topics for the whole family,... Continue reading

CAMDEN CITY, NJ--CAMcare Health Corporation opened a new testing site at the Gateway Health Center in Camden City. As a result they began offering appointment-based testing to residents, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, at several sites in the City. In addition, patients do not need to be symptomatic to be seen at any of the sites. “Testing is the most critical resource in our arsenal as we enter the next phase of this crisis,” Cappelli said. “We are excited to have a... Continue reading

By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square (Trenton NJ) – A bond issue proposed by Gov. Phil Murphy is headed for a vote by the State Assembly next week as lawmakers grapple with the economic effects of the novel Gloucestercitynews.net files coronavirus pandemic. The state is facing a $10 billion budget shortfall over the next two years, according to numbers from State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio. The state extended fiscal 2020 from June 30 to Sept. 30 and extended the income tax filing deadline to... Continue reading