Families hold 11th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand
Donations benefit the fight against childhood cancer In 2006 the Albertson and Villegas family decided to host an Alex's Lemonade Stand. The idea was to hold a stand on their country road, and try to...
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Cheers to a toastmaster with no voice | Bob Shryock
Frankly, the quality of my voice, which I relied on so heavily for so many years, embarrasses me. Bob ShryockTimes file photo I've pretty much lost my voice, a curse of Parkinson's, and see little...
View Article2016 opening ceremonies for Parvin Lake set for May 28
The lake and picnic areas will be open for everyone's enjoyment PITTSGROVE -- The Parvin State Park Appreciation Committee Inc. will host a "Ribbon cutting" on Saturday, May 28 beginning 10 a.m. sharp...
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Big Brothers Big Sister president recognized by Rutgers
Donna Bennett, president/CEO, recognized for her work Donna BennettCOURTESY PHOTO CAMDEN -- On Thursday, April 28, Donna Bennett, President/CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cumberland and Salem...
View ArticleDist. 1 primary: Rep. Norcross vows to keep N.J. synagogues safe; Norcross...
Uri Halle writes that the incumbent congressman has helped keep Homeland Security grants in place. To the Editor: I first met U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross, D-1st Dist., when several South Jersey...
View ArticleProsecutor wrong in N.J. dad's tot-killing case | Letter
Dr. Peter Speth writes that laws require medical examiners to take quick charge of death scenes. To the Editor: In response to the article, "Case against dad charged in tot's death won't be...
View ArticlePrivatization of 911, jail nurses would save Salem County $1.1M, officials say
Salem County will now ask union officials if they can give concessions which would equal those savings that privatization would bring. SALEM aA Salem County could save over $1.1 million by privatizing...
View Article'Nothing prepares you': Fallen N.J. troopers honored at ceremony
Three troopers died in the line of duty in the past year, making it one of the worst in state police history, said Major Glen Szenzenstein. WESTAMPTON TOWNSHIP -- New Jersey State Trooper Sean...
View ArticleLoss of 3 teens in 3 weeks devastates Bridgeton community
A teenager was killed on April 29 in a car wreck and two other teens were killed in a car crash after their prom Friday. BRIDGETON -- The death of three teens, killed in as many weeks from car...
View ArticleSalem Community College commencement has a unique twist (PHOTOS)
Three Salem County students obtained a degree at Salem Community College prior to graduating from high school. CARNEYS POINT TWP. -- Before he has even received his high school diploma, Edgar Trejo...
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Vintage photos of ice cream and candy stores in N.J.
Frozen custard is nearing its 100th birthday, having been introduced on Coney Island in 1919. Think of the things you did as a child that were just so exciting and so pleasant you felt the same way...
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Harrison home sells for $518K | South Jersey real estate
Here's a roundup of recent home sales in Cumberland, Salem and Gloucester counties. South Jersey Times ALLOWAY TWP. -- 22 W. Canal St., David Tilton to Leslie and Sheri S. Finlaw for $50,000....
View Article7 facts about tent caterpillars and why they're all over N.J. this spring
Eastern Tent Caterpillars are popping up all over New Jersey this spring. Here's what you need to know about this type of caterpillar if they're in your backyard. Watch video You've seen them...
View ArticleWhich county has the highest foreclosure rate in N.J.?
Here are the foreclosure rates and number of distressed homes across New Jersey, according to April's housing data provide by RealtyTrac, which was broken down to a county-level. While the housing...
View ArticleOrganizations come together to fight childhood hunger
Local officials in attendance expressed support for programs SALEM -- Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Family and Community Health Sciences and SNAP-Ed hosted an event on May 13 at the Ware Building in...
View ArticleSolve Atlantic City mess right now; At DRPA, it's who you know | Letters
Gary Kuehnapfel Jr. writes that Mayor Donald Guardian and North Jersey interests are blocking a solution. To the Editor: It seems like the (municipal financial distress) in Atlantic City just keeps...
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Some plants we haven't talked about in a while | Garden Column
Update on Choisya, roses, false lilly of the valleys and Speirantha By Lorraine Kiefer I was walking around the gardens recently looking for some plants I have not written about in a long, long time....
View ArticleJust released 2016 NJSIAA baseball tournament brackets: Who's your team...
Check out the brackets for the 2016 county tournaments in high school baseball Check out the brackets for the 2016 county tournaments in high school baseball
View ArticleSalem County Seniors Juried Art Contest and Exhibit
Registration for the contest is June 11 The Salem County Art League announces the Salem County Seniors Juried Art Contest and Exhibit on Saturday and Sunday, June 11 and 12. This annual exhibit and...
View ArticleBurglar steals phone while resident sleeps, police say
Authorities in Salem County are investigating a house burglary. CARNEYS POINT TWP. -- Authorities in Carneys Point are investigating a residential burglary that occurred early Tuesday morning. Carneys...
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