Weddings, Jersey-style: The joys of marrying in duck season
The reading at this South Jersey wedding? A word-for-word rendition of of Pat Benatar's 1983 hit "Love is a Battlefield." In 2015, NJ.com launched a new series celebrating New Jersey nuptials. If you...
View ArticlePenns Grove pair indicted on charges of insurance fraud
According to court records, a Penns Grove woman failed to add another driver to her auto insurance policy. SALEM -- A man and woman from Penns Grove have been indicted in connection with an alleged...
View ArticleProject Thanksgiving seeks donations in South Jersey
Project Thanksgiving will hold its 7th annual turkey drive on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at various locations in Cumberland and Gloucester counties. Project Thanksgiving will hold its...
View ArticleGOP's DeCastro certified as Salem freeholder winner; Democrats file for...
Republican Melissa DeCastro won by seven votes over challenger Democrat Charlie aHassler. SALEM -- Republican Melissa DeCastro has been officially certified as the winner of a seat on the Salem County...
View ArticleRobbie at library; False call, go to jail; Save Pedals the Bear; BEN Column,...
jhummel@njadvancemedia.com Web: nj.com/ben Cellphone: 856-237-6645 U.S. Army: RA13815980 The column that says Celebrating Our Veterans, Inc. is a charitable organization committed to helping all...
View ArticleBroadway United Methodist holds annual Christmas Bazaar
Broadway United Methodist Women will be having their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 14 in the Fellowship Hall at Broadway United Methodist Church, 115 1/2 W. Broadway in Salem. The theme...
View ArticleIt's Veterans Day; No ill-treated vets; Doctor retainer; BEN Column, Nov. 11,...
jhummel@njadvancemedia.com Web: nj.com/ben Cellphone: 856-237-6645 U.S. Army: RA13815980 The column that says it's Veterans Day and that means different things to different people, but perhaps not as...
View ArticlePennsville man charged with DUI after car accident, police say
Thomas J. Friant was charged with driving while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, was processed and released per John's Law. CARNEYS POINT TWP. -- A 20-year-old Pennsville man was charged...
View ArticleA veteran to salute today | Bob Shryock
Abilities Solutions Inc. and its VetAbility support program salute U.S. Army veteran Wayne Games for his new-found strength amid personal tragedy. On Veterans' Day, Westville-based Abilities Solutions...
View Article54 Salem County 'heroes' honored with Military Service Medal
The medals were awarded at a ceremony at Salem Community College in Carneys Point to 54 living and deceased service members. CARNEYS POINT TWP. -- Fifty-four of Salem County's heroes were honored...
View ArticleWoman killed after deer crashes through car windshield, report says
Jamie Episcopo was in the front passenger seat when the 1992 Toyota Corolla hit the deer when it walked in front of the car, reports say. DELAWARE CITY, Del. -- A 48-year-old woman died Tuesday after...
View ArticleFootball Playoffs, 2015: South Jersey, Group 4 preview and predictions
SOUTH JERSEY, GROUP 4 BRACKETThe favorite: Hammonton has pushed its way to the forefront of a Group 4 bracket that has been dominated by Shawnee and Timber Creek the last few years. The Blue Devils...
View ArticleNeed a pigeon? They sell for a high of $4 each at Cedar Lane Auction
The latest prices from Cedar Lane Feeds Auction for Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015. UPPER PITTSGROVE TWP. -- Prices at Cedar Lane Feeds Auction Tuesday were as follows: Hay, per square bale: High, $9.50; low,...
View ArticleContrary to letter, N.J. farms feed the poor | Letter
Judith Marino writes that an extensive Farmers Against Hunger program is active across the state. To the Editor: The letter from Michael Mangers, "Put abandoned N.J. crops to good use for the needy,"...
View ArticleRed cup biggest problem?; Lee Ann Womack coming; Gate offer; BEN Column, Nov....
Wednesday, noon jhummel@njadvancemedia.com Web: nj.com/ben Cellphone: 856-237-6645 U.S. Army: RA13815980 The column that says don't forget the women who worked in the factories while their husbands...
View ArticleHere is a look at your Woodstown Veteran of the Year
William Roper was celebrated as Woodstown's Veteran of the Year Tuesday night at the regular borough council meeting. WOODSTOWN -- As many are being honored throughout the country in recognition of...
View ArticleDemocrats now so liberal JFK wouldn't recognize party | Letter
Barbara Essington writes that voters must consider the role of government that the various presidential candidates espouse. To the Editor: President John F. Kennedy once said, "Ask not what your...
View ArticleBegin your holiday season with a tour of historic Woodstown
The Pilesgrove-Woodstown Hisotrical Society will again host the Woodstown by Candlelight tour that will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. on Dec. 4, a tradition for 35 years. Tour the seasonally decorated...
View ArticleMillville Pride No. 2 in state; Thieves get the headlines; AARP driving...
jhummel@njadvancemedia.com Web: nj.com/ben Cellphone: 856-237-6645 U.S. Army: RA13815980 The column that says if you are a Dallas Cowboys fan and can't live without Greg Hardy, you also have problems....
View ArticleJersey Shore Comic Book Show takes place this Sunday
The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show is for fans of horror movies, too. Sunday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Toms River Elks, 600 Washington St. Appearing will be film makers Jason Koerner and Ed...
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