Cops probe Carneys Point truck stop theft
Authorities investigate the theft of a wallet from Salem County truck stop. CARNEYS POINT TWP. -- Authorities in Carneys Point are investigating a theft from a Salem County truck stop. Carneys Point...
View ArticleA recovering cop and shattered youth | Cheers and Jeers
If you know of someone or something you would like to nominate for a cheer or a jeer, please send the information to sjletters@njadvancemedia.com CHEERS: To working to save the lives of others. When...
View ArticleBystanders step in at critical time to help save a life
Two bystanders and police helped revive a 19-year-old who overdosed, cops say. PITTSGROVE TWP. -- By the time Elmer Police Lt. Steven Felice arrived on the scene, two bystanders were already working...
View ArticleN.J. treatment funds could widen drug sentence disparity | Opinion
Mostly black crack cocaine addicts serving long prison terms are not getting the same rehabilitation and court diversion options as today's new heroin addicts. There are an estimated 128,000 heroin...
View ArticleWoman, 45, dies in early-morning Salem house fire
The fire broke out in Salem City between 2 and 3 a.m. The victim was found near the back door of her home, witnesses said. SALEM -- A 45-year-old woman died in a early-morning fire in her home on...
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Veterans Memorial Home is 'serving those who served': Salem County Veterans...
The Veterans Memorial Home in Vineland provides a place to live and needed services for veterans and some of their families. By Joseph J. Hannagan One of the most requested areas for help for our...
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Husband, wife died of blunt head trauma, authorities say
The son of Edward M. Coles Jr and Rose Marie Coles has been charged with their murder. Ryan Coles is being held on $1 million bail. WEST DEPTFORD TWP. -- A husband and wife were found who were found...
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Albuquerque? Should have gone with a Disney cruise | Bob Shryock
I survived a cross-country trip to New Mexico and lived to tell about it. Bob ShryockTimes file photo Employing virtually every means of transportation except a Greyhound bus and a cruise ship, we...
View ArticleInvestigate EpiPen prices, not Clinton emails; Multiple probes surround DRPA|...
Joseph Ficara writes that past congressional investigations of Hillary Clinton have turned up no evidence of criminal behavior. To the Editor: The Hillary Clinton emails again? When will Republicans...
View ArticleCamden teardowns prompt 'What's next?' question | Editorial
Removing blighted homes is a good first step in neighborhood revival, but what's the plan for the future? If you tear it down, what are you going to put in its place? Sometimes, the best answer is...
View ArticleMota, Soto are top money-winning cowboys at Cowtown Rodeo
The two were partners in the team roping competition, placing first. PILESGROVE TWP. -- Jose Mota and Chris Soto were the top money-winning cowboys at Cowtown Rodeo Saturday night. Mota, of Monroe...
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N.J. pets in need: Aug. 29, 2016
Homeless pets throughout New Jersey hope to be adopted. If you're interested in helping homeless animals but aren't able to adopt one, there are a number of other ways you can be of assistance....
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An example for everyone of when color never mattered | Opinion
On one night, the only colors that mattered were the red, white and blue. It goes without saying that in a lot of ways, we're in a strange place when it comes to the national mood these days like...
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Taniguchi on car seats, Paul on value of downtown: BEN Column, Aug. 29
The column that never developed a taste for seafood The column that never developed a taste for seafood -- Good morning! -- Jaime E. Marine | South Jersey Times When I first started in the Bridgeton...
View ArticleNorma Mennonite Church holds annual Community Festival
Norma Day Festival will include food, vendors and activities PITTSGROVE -- The 17th annual Norma Day will be held at Norma Mennonite Church Picnic Grounds, at 173 Almond Road (Route 540) in Norma. The...
View ArticleWho's the best in HS football? Here are our top teams in all 23 sections
Who goes into the 2016 season as the team to beat in every section throughout the state. The first weekend in December is always among the most exciting of the NJSIAA season as all 23 football...
View ArticleN.J. Blue Acres robs green from wallets; Rep. LoBiondo phones it in for 12th...
Nancy Merritt writes that the program helps too few waterfront dwellers to justify use of tax revenue. To the Editor: In regard to the recent guest column, "Blue Acres a win for open space, owners...
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Expect new construction delays on Delaware Memorial Bridge
On Wednesday, a second lane on the southbound span will be shut down, officials say. Motorists using the Delaware Memorial Bridge this week should expect delays as an additional lane of the southbound...
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Salem Exchange Club presents scholar/athlete award
Noah Underwood was awarded $300 towards his college education Noah UnderwoodSJN The Salem Exchange Club invited Noah Underwood and his parents, Kevin and Karen Underwood for dinner and the...
View ArticlePolice intervene twice after man flees group home, runs naked from hospital
New Jersey State Police responded after a man ran away from his group home Sunday on Route 45 in Pilesgrove Township. PILESGROVE TWP. - New Jersey State Police intervened after a man escaped from a...
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