GOVERNOR\’S SURF FISHING TOURNAMENT SET FOR SUNDAY AT ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

 

 

 TRENTON – The 24th annual Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament, a popular competition for anglers young and old, will be held at Island Beach State Park on Sunday, May 17, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin announced today. 

The family-friendly tournament, which had long been an October staple but made a successful move to the spring last year, offers participants an excellent opportunity to engage in or learn more about the sport of surf fishing. The tournament runs from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

\”We saw a renewed enthusiasm for the Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament last spring and registration numbers for this year\’s competition are up,\” Commissioner Martin said. \”We look forward to a great day for anglers and families from New Jersey and neighboring states as we kick off the summer tourism season on our beautiful beaches.\”

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Police Officer Deaths Double as Morale Declines

 

 

Law enforcement morale is at an all-time low as uniformed officers endure increased pushback from the communities and politicians they\’re risking their lives to protect, and a new report released Monday shows on-duty law enforcement deaths in 2014 occurring at nearly twice the previous year\’s rate. \”One of the things that we\’ve seen just lately, that…

 

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Indictment Charges Atlantic County Man With Attempted Murder for Allegedly Shooting Couple

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GOVERNOR\’S SURF FISHING TOURNAMENT SET FOR SUNDAY AT ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

 

 

 TRENTON – The 24th annual Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament, a popular competition for anglers young and old, will be held at Island Beach State Park on Sunday, May 17, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin announced today. 

The family-friendly tournament, which had long been an October staple but made a successful move to the spring last year, offers participants an excellent opportunity to engage in or learn more about the sport of surf fishing. The tournament runs from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

\”We saw a renewed enthusiasm for the Governor\’s Surf Fishing Tournament last spring and registration numbers for this year\’s competition are up,\” Commissioner Martin said. \”We look forward to a great day for anglers and families from New Jersey and neighboring states as we kick off the summer tourism season on our beautiful beaches.\”

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Obituary: Maureen S. Perry of Gloucester Twp.

Maureen Perry (nee Holmes), on May 13, 2015, of Gloucester Twp., formerly of Northeast Phila. Age 62.

Devoted mother of Tracey Eddis (David, Jr.). Loving Nana of David Eddis, III. Sister of seven siblings and preceded in death by one sister. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, her best friend Lorraine Howald and her second daughter Lisa McClain.

There will be a viewing from 6 to 8pm Monday eve at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Funeral Service 8pm at the funeral home.

Interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in Maureen’s memory to American Lung Assoc., 3001 Gettysburg Rd., Camp Hill, PA 17011.

Family and friends may share memories at  www.gardnerfuneralhome.com

 

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Gloucester Township: Winning Police and Community Pride Essays

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP NJ–The Gloucester Township Police Department wants to thank all those students who participated in the 4th grade poster and 7th grade essay contests. The topic was Police and Community Pride.
Please read the winning essays below which share a common theme of hopefully all students feel about Gloucester Township and our Police Department.
 
Ann Mullen Middle School Essay
lmagine waking up every morning and having to fully accept the fact that
you are about to help others, even if it means risking your own life. There are 156 police officers in Gloucester Township who do this every day to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. They are dedicated to protect and serve. On average, between 105 and 203 officers die in the line of duty each year. This Is why each and every member of our community should take a moment to pay respect to the officers who risk their lives so we can live in a safe community.

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Obituary: Mrs. Beverly A. Paul of West Deptford

Beverly A. Paul (nee McClaine) of West Deptford, suddenly on May 12, 2015. Aged 60 years.

Legacy
A happy and loving woman; Beverly’s passion was caring for children as a mother as well as a Nanny. She was an excellent cook, a great homemaker and enjoyed crafts such as knitting, needlepoint and embroidery.

Family
She is the beloved wife of Steven B. Paul; devoted mother of John O’Neill (Angela) and Beverly O’Neill and stepmother of Matthew Paul (Megan); loving daughter of Beverly (nee Spence) and the late Wilmer H. McClaine; dear sister of Wilmer McClaine(Jennifer), Terry Lynn Twilley (Glenn) and Kenneth McClaine (Linda); special grandmother to Joseph, Ashely , Amber, Jonathan and Abigail and great grandmother of 3.

Farewell Tribute
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday at 10 AM and ShareLife® Ceremony at 12 Noon in the McGuinness Funeral Home, 34 Hunter St., Woodbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to National MS Society, 30 S. 17th Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

www.mcgfuneral.com

 

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Obituary: Laura M. Tarves of Runnemede

Laura M. Tarves (nee Burns), on May 13, 2015, of Runnemede, formerly of West Philadelphia. Age 84.

Beloved wife of the late Alexander. Devoted mother of James A. (Tracy Simmons) and Kathleen Nasuti. Loving grandmother of Laura Quinn and Kimberly Nasuti. Dear great-grandmother of Alexis Scherfel and Cameron and McKenna Quinn. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Also survived by five beloved childhood friends that were family to her.

Laura and her late husband, Alexander, generously opened their house to several Vietnam Veterans throughout their life.

There will be a viewing from 9:30 to 10:30am on Wednesday morning, May 20, at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Funeral Mass 11am at Holy Child Parish, St. Teresa’s RC Church, 13 E. Evesham Road, Runnemede, NJ 08078.

Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Laura’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Family and friends may share memories at www.gardnerfuneralhome.com

 

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