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Fresh paint! N.J. businessman funds tennis court repairs after school budget...
WOODSTOWN -- Students of Woodstown-Pilesgrove Regional School District are now reaping the benefits of a new tennis court thanks to a lifelong Salem County resident and his family. Robert Woodruff, of...
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Parvin State Park announces important dates to remember
PITTSGROVE -- The Parvin State Park Appreciation Committee announces important dates to remember throughout the fall supporting Parvin State Park. The committee is looking to make 2015's Halloween...
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Pledge to end homelessness; Cumberland Christian; Parvin State Park; BEN...
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Hannah Furtek passes; Church banner stolen; Lavar Hood; BEN Column, Sept. 10,...
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View ArticleWhat's your grade in this week's News Quiz?
Kids across New Jersey headed back to class this week as lazy summer days were replaced by the rigors of academia. Similarly, it's time for you to tighten up your game in NJ.com's weekly news quiz....
View ArticleSouth Jersey remembers 9/11 with ceremonies, stair climb
South Jersey will remember the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, with ceremonies and memorial services today. The following is a rundown of events planned in Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem...
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Let bar owners fund N.J. town's 'sober shuttle' | Editorial
One recent news item surely raised the blood pressure of everyone who says New Jersey is the "nanniest" among "nanny" states: Evesham Township now has a program for free rides home to township...
View ArticleSeptemberfest: 5 reasons why this Pennsville festival draws 10,000 visitors
PENNSVILLE TWP. -- Septemberfest has become a tradition in Salem County that keeps visitors coming back year after year. The recipe for success is simple -- a great day out with family and friends in...
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More than 5 inches of rain falls in parts of South Jersey, causing flooding
Heavy rain Thursday into early Friday caused minor flooding in some areas of Gloucester County. A total of 5.46 inches of rain fell in the area of Wenonah, according to updated totals released by the...
View ArticleRanch Hope students get lesson in art and industry
Ten Ranch Hope students recently participated in the first Art and Glass Week at the Samuel H. Jones Glass Education Center in Alloway. Sponsored by the Robert M. Minkoff Foundation, the program...
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Harrison Township Recreation Commission's upcoming bus trips
Harrison Township Recreation Commission has scheduled the following bus trips. Reservations are on a first-come basis with limited seating for all bus trips. Please call the Recreation Office at...
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Hey, tax breaks, down here!; Maurice River flooding; Walk Hursey track; BEN...
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N.J. man injured after tractor overturns, police say
MANNINGTON TWP. -- A 38-year-old man from Woodstown suffered minor injuries after his tractor overturned Wednesday afternoon, New Jersey State Police said. The driver was traveling in is tractor on...
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N.J. man sought by cops critical after car hits tree, splits in half
Authorities have identified the 23-year-old man in Wednesday's car crash as a wanted person out of South Jersey, authorities said Friday. PILESGROVE TWP. -- Authorities have identified the 23-year-old...
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Brian Jones named president/CEO at 1st National Bank of Elmer
The Board of Directors of the First National Bank of Elmer announces that Brian W. Jones has joined the bank as CEO/ president and director, effective Sept. 4. He succeeds Douglas E. Carll, who...
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Passed out at the wheel at Walmart, woman charged with DUI, police say
A Pennsville woman was charged with driving under the influence of drugs. PENNSVILLE TWP. -- A local woman has been charged with driving under the influence of drugs after being found passed out in a...
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Foundation grant enhances addiction treatments
The Salem Health and Wellness Foundation and the Community Foundation of New Jersey have announced a grant in the amount of $30,000 to the Salem County Alcohol and Drug Services Office. Funding will...
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9-11 With Brago; Care before illness; Absent students; BEN Column, Sept. 11,...
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Annual Giant Pumpkin Carve takes place at Salem Fairgrounds
SALEM — Meals on Wheels will hold the 19th Annual Giant Pumpkin Carve at the Salem County Fairgrounds, Route 40 in Pilesgrove Township on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 4 to 9 p.m. Proceeds help Meals on...
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Eagles cheerleaders release 2016 swimsuit calendar (PHOTOS)
The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders unveiled their 2016 swimsuit calendar at XFINITY Live! in Philadelphia Thursday night. PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders released their 2016...
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