NEWS, SPORTS, COMMENTARY, POLITICS for Gloucester City and the Surrounding Areas of South Jersey and Philadelphia
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William E. Cleary Sr., Editor
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 15, 2023)(CNBNews)--The City of Gloucester City Public Utilities Department announced on Monday, May 15, that Gloucester Heights residents will have no water on Wednesday, May 17 beginning around 8:30 AM. The action is being taken because of the ongoing work at the NJ DOT project on the nearby Nicholson Road 1-76 underpass. Once the contractor makes repairs to the water line, it will be turned on. At that time some people...
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80 TOP EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND SHOWS TO ADD TO YOUR PHILADELPHIA BUCKET LIST FOR SPRING AND SUMMER OF 2023 A. FESTIVALS, BLOCK PARTIES 1) Bake’N Bacon and Beer Block Party SATURDAY, April 29, 2023 12 NOON TO 6:00 pm Presented by Evil Genius Beer Company and Bacon’N Bacon Evil Genius Beer Company, 1727 N. Front Street Bake’N Bacon and Evil Genius Beer Company team up for an all-day, family-friendly block party in Fishtown. The event...
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TINSEL TAKES FLIGHT DEBUTS AS PHILADELPHIA'S SPORTS FAN THEME BAR WHERE TRUE FANS CAN CELEBRATE FROM THE PLAYOFFS TO THE BIG GAME Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia's premiere pop-up bar is back and ready to fly into the playoffs with the city's first-ever Philly sports fan theme pop-up bar and experience. Following sold out runs for Nightmare Before Tinsel and Tinsel Christmas Pop-Up Bar, Tinsel Takes Flight will open tonight, Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 4:00pm...
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We project that overhauling our liquor license regime will create upwards of 10,000 jobs annually and $1 billion in new state and local revenues." ~Gov. Phil Murphy ++++ By Christian Wade | The Center Square contributor images courtesy of Google The community of Gloucester City has four liquor stores, The Bottle Shop, Route 130 and Klemm Ave., Gloucester Discount Liquors, Broadway and Ridgeway Street, Neunhausers Liquor, 237 N. Broadway, and the Liquor Barn, Route 130...
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By Matt DeRienzo | October, 2015 A question and answer with William E. Cleary Sr., EDITOR/PUBLISHER of CNBNewsnet 1. When did your site launch, what geography does it cover, and why was it founded? Our site was founded in July 2006. The new owner of the Gloucester City News, a weekly paper located in Gloucester City, New Jersey, asked me to build it. After completing it, he said he didn’t have the time to keep...
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Philadelphia, PA - Northern Liberties Business Improvement District kicks the holiday season up a notch with the return of Northern Liberties Holiday Second Saturday and the Northern Liberties Holiday Pop-up Shop on Saturday, December 10th, 2022. Head to the city's fastest growing neighborhoods for special events, festive happenings, visits from Santa and friends, make and take workshops, and shopping at Christmas markets around every turn. Northern Liberties Holiday Pop-up Shop will take over North Bowl...
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Wheels of Change we are always collecting but are desperate for coats and boys' and men's clothing. It is cold, so many are calling for coats and warm clothing. PM me if you need to know the drop-off location and time.
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Cooper University Health Care Credit Rating Improves to “A-“ Its Highest Rating (CAMDEN CITY, NJ) (CNBNEWSNET)– Cooper University Health Care’s credit rating for bonds issued by Camden County Improvement Authority was upgraded by S&P Global Ratings (S&P) to an “A-“ from “BBB+.” Cooper’s new credit rating is the highest it has been in its 135-year history. “This upgrade speaks to the remarkable turnaround Cooper University Health Care has made from near bankruptcy at the turn...
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William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews The 400 and 500 unit block of Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ CIRCA 1940s, 1950s.(CNBNews graphic files) Frank Kelly, provided the following information about Marshall's Grocery Store, which was located next to the barber shop..."Agnes and Harold Marshal were my great aunt and uncle. They sold the store to Tom and Loretta McNulty. My wife’s parents. Then they sold it to Bodalski’s who sold it to Jim Kenny." GLOUCESTER...
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New Jersey Awarded Millions in LIHEAP Funding Congressman Donald Norcross announced that New Jersey was awarded $153.3 million in funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP). Administered through the Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this funding will help low-income individuals and families pay for home heating costs this winter and cover unpaid utility bills. These funds will also help families make cost-effective home...
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I love this country as much as you do! I think America is worth fighting for! ~U.S. Senator Kennedy (CNBNews)--United States Senator John Kennedy hit the ball out of the park in his speech at the CPAC gathering this past February. Whether you are a Republican or Democrat, take a few minutes and listen to his words of wisdom. He makes a lot of sense. If you think he doesn't, let us know we love...
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November is National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month Alzheimer’s Association offers guidance to America’s 11 million Alzheimer’s caregivers CHICAGO, November 1, 2022 — During National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association is highlighting six essential terms that are important for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers to know. Currently, there are more than 11 million caregivers across the country providing care to more than 6 million Americans...
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At Resorts Casino Hotel this November: Thanksgiving Dining, Thrilling Entertainment, and a Festive new Pop-up Bar Veterans Day Special Offers also Arrive on Tuesday, November 11th and they include Free Burgers! ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (November 1, 2022) – This November at Resorts Casino Hotel we’re getting into the holiday spirit, diving into new happy hour specials, rocking out, and winning big! Guests can visit us for an amazing Thanksgiving Dinner at one of our award-winning...
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William E. Cleary Sr. GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 27, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)--The Gloucester City Planning/Zoning Board, at its September 21 meeting, approved a resolution authorizing the owner of the former Gloucester Catholic High School Boys Building, Monmouth and Burlington Street, to be converted into apartments. The proposed apartment building is located on the west side of Broadway in a heavily residential area with very little parking. Presently there are approximately 4,300 properties in the City; of that...
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MEDFORD, NJ (October 26, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)-Medford Township Police released a report on the crime via their Facebook page. Saturday, October 22, 2022, at approximately 1430 hours, the Medford Township Police Department responded to a report of a stolen motor vehicle at the Wawa (257 Rt 70, Medford, NJ). The three suspects, dressed in dark clothing, approached the victim while she was waiting at the air pump in the rear of the building. One of the three...
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CNBNews Point of View Those governing the City of Gloucester City, have lead the residents to believe that Great Things Are Happening in their City floating the above banner on city stationary for the last three decades and on other city owned literature and internet portals. Yet as we have stated before we keep looking for one thing that residents can point too and say with pride that "Great Things Are Really Happening in our...
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Looking at the parking problems near the Middle School mentioned by Mr. Eberle and the derelict vehicles parked throughout the west side of Gloucester City, the question is why those running our City allow these problems to exist. City ordinances were passed in the 1960s designating the police and later the Housing Authority, to enforce that legislation. But in most cases nothing is done. Unless you complain loud enough, then and only then will action...
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Anejo Philadelphia by Kris Kennedy Philadelphia, PA - Bartenders were working in their restaurants late one night, when from their bars to their streeteries they beheld an eerie sight. The city's top Bloody Mary began to rise, and suddenly to their surprise the top foodie neighborhood did the mash. Neighbors and visitors are doing the Monster Mash. The Northern Liberties Bloody Mary Challenge will be a true spooky-season smash. With tons of great brunch spots...
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Fewer than 50 in the United States. (VOORHEES, NJ)….Two renowned health systems are bringing the most advanced form of radiation treatment to cancer patients in South Jersey with the creation of the Penn Medicine |Virtua Health Proton Therapy Center in Voorhees, N.J. The $45 million facility will be the first proton therapy center in South Jersey and among fewer than 50 in the United States. On the Virtua Voorhees Hospital campus, this suburban site will...
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The monument was erected in Proprietor's Park, King Street, and Jersey Avenue near the Betsy Ross Pavilion (CNBNews photo) GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ(October 3, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)--The unveiling of "The Wave" took place on Saturday during the City's "Pack the Park Fall Festival" held at Proprietors Park. It was dedicated to former Mayor William James, who passed away in 2019. He served three full terms (12 years) and was the longest-serving Mayor in the history of Gloucester City....
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"The Wave" - A New Public Landmark for Gloucester City in Proprietors Park, Gloucester City, NJ After several years of development, "The Wave" will be rising in Proprietors Park. The official unveiling will occur on October 8, 2022, at 4 pm at Proprietors Park, in Gloucester City, NJ, during our Pack the Park Fall Festival celebration. The installation, dedicated to former Mayor Bill James and created in partnership with the Hearth Community Fund, was designed...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 26, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)--Jonathan Cuccinello of Philadelphia is seeking permission from the Gloucester City Planning Board to build an O-Ring factory on a plot of ground located on Brick Street, across from Vitale's restaurant. According to an advertised notice, Cuccinello will appear before the Planning Board on October 19, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. in council chambers at the Police Administration Building, 313 Monmouth Street. Cuccinello wants to build a 5,000-square-foot facility for the...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 26, 2022)(CNBNewsnet)--The 2022-23 Gloucester City Municipal Budget totals $22,458,751. Of that amount, $14,453,739, or 65 percent is for employees' salaries and pensions. Below are the salaries for the 117 employees of the City of Gloucester City. Page 2 PAGE 3 RELATED: Gloucester City Comes in at 23:New Jersey Has The Highest Per Capita In Property Taxes in the United States Gloucester City One Of Five Towns In Camden County With The...
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WITH THE RETURN OF THEIR FAMOUS OUTDOOR BLOCK PARTY AND FALL FESTIVAL Philadelphia, PA - Philly AIDS Thrift brings back their beloved block party and fall festival with a full day of free, family and fido-friendly fun! Philly AIDS Thrift 17th Anniversary Block Party will take place at the 700 blocks of S. 5th Street and E. Passyunk Avenue (between Bainbridge St. and Monroe St.) on Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 12:00 pm to 6:00...
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UPDATED WITH PHOTOS AND NEW NUMBERS William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)(September 21, 2022)--Twelve years ago, we looked at the housing market in the City of Gloucester City. Former Mayor William James and the council were worried as blight was absorbing sections of the city. They were concerned too about the number of homes converted into apartments. CNBNews graphic file The numbers today reveal that rental properties have increased from 1946...
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Gloucester City— September 13, 2022 —Mayor Dayl Baile and the Council of Gloucester City open applications for Community Development Block Grants to businesses in Gloucester City. “The City administration has been persistent and diligent in pursuing these funds, totaling $370,684, which were awarded through Camden County Community Development,” stated Lori Ryan, Director of Community Development. Mayor and Council have appropriated $250,000 of its federal Community Development Block Grant CARES Funds (CDBG-CV1) for the COVID-19 Small...
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U.S. Congressmen Donald Norcross, Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr., Commissioner Virginia CNBNews graphic file Betteridge, Senator Jim Beach and Council President Pat Gilligan invite you to RSVP and submit questions for the next in-person town hall meeting on September 12th at the Rowan University-School of Osteopathic Medicine Academic Center, One Medical Center Drive, Stratford NJ 08084. Join us for an evening with your elected officials from federal, state, and local levels to discuss topics that...
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Italy has always been a popular destination for tourists and businesses alike. The country is renowned for its beautiful scenery, delicious food, and rich culture. In recent years, Italy has also become a hot spot for Bitcoin trading. Visit thebiticodes.com for more information. The Italian government has been very supportive of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. In 2017, the country’s Ministry of Economic Development launched a task force to study how blockchain could be used to...
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GLU HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCES CITYWIDE EXPANSION OF BAGELS AND CO. WITH SIX NEW LOCATIONS READY TO TAKE OVER PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia, PA - Bagels and Co. is about to take over Philadelphia with a citywide expansion that will see six new bagel and coffee shops expand to six new locations. Glu Hospitality and co-owners Derek Gibbons and Tim Lu announce that the popular Northern Liberties-based bagel, coffee, lunch and deli shop will now open new locations in...
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By Beverly Collins-Roberts http://stillstanding.homestead.com/the-anniversary-project.html Award-winning fine-art documentary photographer, filmmaker & historian Beverly Collins-Roberts is celebrating 43 years in the arts. Under that umbrella, her greatest accomplishment has been her 2002 discovery of the history of slavery and plantations in Camden, NJ, which had never been made known. She later revealed it through the arts from 2005 – 2010 locally, nationally, and internationally. In 2005 she curated The Still Standing Exhibition, The 1st Award Celebration, The...
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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Starting in late July, continuing through August, and again on August 20, 2022, the Gloucester Township Police Department has investigated numerous UNLOCKED vehicle burglaries and attempted vehicle burglaries in the Blenheim and Blackwood Sections of Gloucester Township, New Jersey. Also, on August 20th, an unlocked motor vehicle with the keys left inside was stolen from the Blackwood area, possibly by the same suspects. Residential cameras throughout the area have captured images of...
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SHOWN ABOVE, Nicholson Road, heading east into Gloucester City, NJ. Due to construction work on the freeway Nicholson Road, a significant thorofare for traffic in and out of Gloucester City will be closed soon. One of the other major roads for traffic is nearby Klemm Avenue which is also closed for several years due to the same freeway work. The sign reads ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 22, 2022. THIS ROAD IS TO BE CLOSED FOR...
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Crypto Crow/Pexels.com Most of us that have ties to some form of digital asset are aware of what is known as cryptocurrency — the financial asset that has revolutionized the way we think about money, trading, banks, and how we might live in the future. Crypto is one thing that aims to change our world, thanks to the blockchain technology that underpins it and other forms of emerging digital technology such as smart contracts and...
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OmakasebyYanaga-Photo by Eddy Marenco PHILLY SUSHI WHISPERER KEVIN YANAGA AND GLU HOSPITALITY GRAND OPENING OMAKASE BY YANAGA IN FISHTOWN WITH 25 COURSE TASTING MENU Philadelphia, PA - Philly's Sushi Whisperer Kevin Yanaga and Glu Hospitality announce the grand opening of Omakase by Yanaga in Fishtown at 1832 Frankford Avenue. Omakase is a Japanese cuisine-style “menu” that is completely left in the hands of the Chef. Chef Yanaga will be preparing his Kaiseki style Omakase, in...
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photo credit 2nd Street Festival Philadelphia, PA - (CNBNewsnet)Philadelphia's largest neighborhood summer festival is back and bigger than ever! The 13th Annual 2nd Street Festival will pop-up and take over Northern Liberties on Sunday, August 7, 2022, from 12:00pm Noon to 9:00pm. This year the event will extend to the largest footprint in the event's history, along N. 2nd Street from Spring Garden extending all the way to Girard clocking in at more than three-quarters...
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Join us in providing students at KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy schools with the items they need for a successful school year through our annual Operation Backpack Initiative. Donations will be used by The Cooper Foundation to order backpacks and school supplies, as requested by teachers. They'll be shipped directly to the KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy schools in Camden for distribution to all the students on the first day of school. Your gift will help local...
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Home inspections have evolved into an essential component of the home-buying process. Whether you select an appointment viewing, an open viewing, or a combination of the two, a viewing brings you one step closer to selling. The benefit of a Building inspection is that the seller shows as many people as possible, and the more people visit your house, the higher your chances of selling. What exactly is a pre-sale building inspection? A pre-sale inspection...
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Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews If you are young you might not remember Jay Leno, host of the Tonight Show. He would go to a major street corner and ask people questions about current events, government, or whatever. Usually, the answers were not just wrong but shockingly wrong. I met Jay a few years back and asked him "how many 'normal' people d o you have to edit out to get the results you air?" His...
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by Dorothy Philbin | CNBNews Contributor CNBNews graphic files RELATED: THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY: The Numbers Don't Lie GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (July 4, 2022)(CNBNews)--I recently used the US News' evaluation of the nation's high schools to see if I could prove or disprove Newsweek's conclusion that Gloucester City High School (state ranking 183) is the second-best high school in the county. I came up with similar, but not identical, results. Here I found -...
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Container ship docked at Holt Logistics Terminal, Gloucester City NJ (CNBNewsnet file photo 2007) (The Center Square) – Americans buying 30% more goods from overseas has helped create a logistics crisis at ports caused by a labor shortage and practices of ocean carriers that exacerbate the problems. Since the start of the pandemic, a 30% increase in the volume of freight coming into the Port of New York-New Jersey has been seen, Lisa Yakomin, president...
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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (JUNE 27, 2022)--The City of Gloucester City has been awarded $247,000 Community Capital Needs Grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA )and the Neighborhood Preservation Program for an inclusive Playground at Proprietor's Park. This grant will provide for the construction of a playground which will be available to all children with different levels of ability. With the additional assistance of funds from the Camden County Commissioners' Open Space Recreation...
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NEW JERSEY – The United States Postal Service promoted 738 employees to full-time career status and will convert an additional 120 pre-career employees now through July. Recent promotions create an opportunity for 300 new candidates to join the most trusted federal team in America. Employment sites include Jersey City, Trenton, Camden, Paterson, Hackensack, Morristown, Dover, Mahwah, New Brunswick, along with limited vacancies at offices statewide. For three days, June 9 until June 11, candidates can...
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Business accounting is an essential skill for any entrepreneur or business owner. Without a strong understanding of accounting principles, it can be difficult to make sound financial decisions for your company. Luckily, there are 10 ways you can improve your business accounting skills. 1. Take an accounting course. If you want to improve your business accounting skills, one of the best things you can do is take an accounting course. This will give you a...
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Hectic schedules and busy lives can make it challenging for you to concentrate on the present. People often wrap up things because they want to focus on those aspects which are coming up and thereby do not give importance to their present feelings. However, it is not a good sign. It is where practicing mindfulness can help you focus on the present and be happy with what you have. Mindfulness is the latest play trend...
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Coast Guard urges preparedness for 2022 hurricane season Editor's Note: Click on the image to download. NEW ORLEANS — The Coast Guard reminds all boaters to prepare for the 2022 hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with the peak occurring between mid-August and late October. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center is predicting another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season. Forecasters predict a 65% chance of an...
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USS New Jersey (BB-62) – United States Navy Battleship The Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial regularly ranks as one of the best museums in NJ, one of the best things to do in Philadelphia, and serves as an entertaining attraction in New Jersey for families. Not only do you see exhibits of artifacts from the largest battleship’s past, but you are put into the exhibit as you go through the tour route. Sit in...
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Consumer Tips GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Senior citizens, age 65, and over, are eligible for reduced water rents if they meet the qualifications listed in the application below. Why mayor and council don't publicize this money saver is anyone guess. Ordinance 90-32 provides reduced water rents for certain persons over 65 years of age. When any dwelling unit is owned and occupied by a person or persons who is or are over 65 years of age...
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GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (CNBNews)The annual We Can Foundation Walk to Remember will be held on June 19, at the Pine Grove Fire Hall, 9th and Jersey Avenue, Gloucester City. The organization helps people who are fighting addiction. The public is invited to attend. If you are unable to attend and would like to make a donation send your check or money order to We Can Foundation, 573 Homewood Lane, Williamstown NJ 08094 RELATED: So Who...
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