New Jersey American Water Readies for Winter Storm

State’s largest water and wastewater utility prepares for snowstorm and shares safety tips for customers
New Jersey American Water is preparing for forecasted snowstorm and freezing wintery mix this weekend. The company has initiated readiness efforts to mitigate potential impacts to its water and wastewater plants and distribution systems.

“We are committed to providing safe and reliable water service to our customers, even through extreme weather conditions,” said Benjamin Morris, vice president of operations for New Jersey American Water. “Our team of experts is highly trained on emergency preparedness, response and management and is ready to handle any service disruptions that may come our way.”

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Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Adds New Detective

Camden, NJ – Welcome to the team! The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office has hired a new detective, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Detective Giancarlo Lewis was sworn in by Prosecutor MacAulay before First Assistant Prosecutor Timothy Chatten, Chief of Detectives Robert Ferris, Chief of Staff Michael Mangold, and Deputy Chief of Detectives Randall MacNair.

Detective Lewis joins the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office after having most recently served as a detective with the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office since 2020. Prior to that, he served as a police officer with the Camden County Police Department between 2017 and 2020. He is a graduate of Saint Joseph’s University.

Juvenile Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of Florence Police Officer

Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw announced that a juvenile charged with attempting to kill a Florence Township police officer and assaulting two other officers early last year pled guilty yesterday in Superior Court and will be sentenced as an adult.

Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office, Fasihullah Safar, 17, of Alexandria, Va., will be sentenced to an 18-year term in state prison in exchange for guilty pleas to Attempted Murder (First Degree), Aggravated Assault (Second Degree), Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer (Third Degree) and Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Third Degree).

The case was elevated from juvenile court in September 2025 after the Prosecutor’s Office filed a petition to waive Safar up to adult status. The Hon. Aimee Belgard, P.J.Cr., scheduled sentencing for March 26 in Mount Holly.

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Essential Cold Weather Safety Tips for Pets from ACCT Philly

a dog lying down in snow — Photo by Femke Defrère on Pexels.com

Cold Weather Tips

Make sure pets have shelter. Keep all indoor cats inside, even if they like to roam outside during warmer weather.

You can let your dogs go out for a quick potty break and some exercise, but they should be kept inside for the rest of the time. Dogs like huskies and northern breeds with heavier coats can go out for longer periods but should be supervised

If your dog is outdoors for a long period of time during the day for any reason, they must have adequate shelter. That shelter must be protected by a dry, draft-free shelter that is large enough to allow them to move but small enough to hold body heat.

If your dog has a short coat, they may be more comfortable with a sweater– even if you are going out for a short walk. If you are bundled, think if they need to be!

Remember to always wipe down your dog’s feet after going out for a walk. With rock salt and other chemicals on the ground to clear the pathway, it can irritate the pads of your pets feet. Try to do so quickly so your pet doesn’t lick their paws! A warm washcloth works well if you can’t do more!
If you use antifreeze, remember to put it in an area your pet or other animals can not get too. It is a deadly poison to animals!
Speak up if you encounter a pet left in the cold without adequate shelter. If you are comfortable, inform the owner as they may not know the risk that cold weather has on their pets.

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State Democrats Address Affordability with Bold Solutions in Legislative Sessions

As Trump’s policies exacerbate the affordability crisis, state Democrats are leading the way to lower costs around health care, housing, and more

WASHINGTON — 2026 legislative sessions are underway, and state Democrats are laser-focused on lowering costs and expanding economic opportunities, in stark contrast to Trump and Republicans’ agenda that’s raising prices. State Democrats are leading real progress to lower housing and health care costs, reduce utility bills, raise the minimum wage, expand child care access, lower food costs, and more.

Democratic majorities in statehouses are leading the party forward and combating Republicans’ devastating, expensive agenda that’s leaving families behind.

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee President Heather Williams issued the following statement:

“Amid an affordability crisis that’s raising costs for families across the country, all eyes should be on statehouses. As Republicans fail to address health care and housing costs and strip families of food access, state Democrats are working overtime to undo the damage and fight on behalf of their communities. The progress that state Democrats are making underscores the stakes of our historic opportunity this year to flip as many as 650 seats across the country and empower Democrats to address affordability all across the country.”

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