Four-Hour Power Outage in Gloucester City

UPDATED

UPDATE: The power outage was not the reason why electricity was loss in the Riverview Heights section of the city, according to a spokesperson for Public Service Electric and Gas.

Kathy Hennessy Riley, PSE&G Corporate Communications, said the cause was weather-related. “I wanted to clarify that the traffic light pole that was struck at Broadway and Market Street was not the cause of the local power outage that affected the Riverview Heights section of the City on Monday night.

The outage, which affected approximately 2500 customers, was weather-related. Crews worked to safely identify and address the issue and restore service to affected customers as quickly as possible.”

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNews) (June 22, 2026)--The traffic light at Broadway and Market Street is apparently the cause of the local power outage that affected the Riverview Heights section of the City. The local police did not report how the light was knocked over. Neither did they release any information on whether there were any injuries. Businesses and residents lost electricity around 2 PM. It was restored at 6 PM.

Traffic lights along Broadway from Kohler Street to Market Street were offline. Many of the businesses along that stretch of highway closed their doors due to not having air conditioning. Residents living in the Carpenter Square Apartments were also affected.

Public Service Electric and Gas first notified customers that the electricity would be restored by 7 PM. Service was restored at 6:10 PM.

Photo by CNBNews reporter Kathy Cleary Underwood

The traffic light at Broadway and Market Street was struck by either a car or a tractor-trailer. Work crews from Public Service Electric and Gas were at this location for several hours. Residents and businesses lost electricity around 2 PM today. Electric was restored around 6 PM. Local police released no information to the media about the incident.

The Fight to Save the Historic Holcombe Farm in Lambertville

In 2021, the Closson family decided to sell one of the last privately owned farms in Lambertville. The land, known as the Holcombe Farm, is home to rolling meadows and a historic farmhouse. It seemed the perfect plan for the city government to buy the farm and preserve both the land and a beloved local landmark.

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Brooklawn – Westville Fireworks June 27th

The Borough of Brooklawn will be Celebrating the 4th of July along side of Westville, with a Firework Display, DJ, Food Trucks and a Face Painter. The Festivities will be on June 27, 2026 begin @ 6pm. The event will take place down at the Waterfront.

Camden County Roadwork

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of June 22 to June 26.

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

Audubon

Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue from Monday, June 22, to Friday, June 26, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between East Merchant Street in Audubon & Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.

Barrington

Crews will be working on Copley Road on Wednesday, June 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be a partial road closure westbound between Warwick Road & Mercer Drive

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Williamstown Man Found Guilty of Death by Auto in Fatal High-Speed Crash

Woodbury, NJ – A jury found Gabriel H. Woolson, 26, of Williamstown, guilty of death by auto before the Honorable Russell DePersia, J.S.C., Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns announced.

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court: At 5:40 p.m. on Dec. 14, 2022, Woolson was driving his 2011 Chevrolet Corvette ZR 1 westbound on the South Black Horse Pike in Williamstown at an extremely high rate of speed. Evan Silverstein, 52, of Marlton, had been traveling eastbound on the same road before making a left turn across the westbound lanes of travel. Woolson struck the victim’s vehicle, severing the car in half and launching the front half more than 100 feet into the parking lot of a strip mall. Silverstein was ejected from the vehicle and suffered catastrophic, fatal injuries. A passenger in Woolson’s vehicle was also injured.

An investigation determined that Woolson’s vehicle reached a speed of 119 mph three seconds before the crash and the brakes had not been activated until about one second before the crash.

During the trial, the State presented numerous witnesses including an eyewitness to the crash and several expert witnesses.

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Patricia Ann Kropp, 52, of Gloucester City

Patricia “Patti” Kropp passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 in the loving and devoted care of her husband, Rick and cherished family leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and service to her community.

Born and raised in Gloucester City, New Jersey, Patti was the cherished daughter of Virginia Yuhas (nee Wrigley) and the late Charles Leo Gillespie III. She grew up surrounded by family, faith, and community spirit. Patti was an alumna of St. Mary’s School, Class of 1988, and Gloucester Catholic High School, Class of 1992—schools that helped shape the compassionate and determined woman she became. Patti was a dedicated member of St. Mary’s Parish and devoted to the Catholic Faith.

After high school, Patti began her lifelong career in the Health Information Management Profession. For more than 30 years, she worked as a dedicated and respected medical coder. Patti was long-tenured in her last position with Encompass Health.

Most recently, Patti was engaged in civic activities. She was elected to the Gloucester City Republican Committee and the Camden County Republican Committee in 2024. In both the 2024 and 2025 municipal elections, she ran for Gloucester City Council. Though she did not win seats, she helped ignite renewed energy and interest in local politics.

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Brooklawn to Celebrate the Fourth Of July Along Side Westville

Two Fatal Accidents

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Crash Investigation Division is investigating two separate fatal traffic incidents that occurred on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Both collisions involved motorists who remained on the scene, resulting in the tragic deaths of an unidentified E-Bike operator and a 62-year-old pedestrian.

The following information is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be provided as they become available.

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2026 Freedom Festival & Fireworks

Commodores to Perform on the Roland Traynor River Stage at 8 PM

Families and fans can kick off the festivities at 5 PM and watch Soccer matches playing on the big screens at Wiggins! Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival on Saturday, July 4th with an unforgettable night of live music and fireworks from 6 PM to 11 PM, at Wiggins Park. Taking the Roland Traynor River Stage at 8 PM, the Commodores will bring their signature blend of funk, soul, and R&B to the waterfront for a free concert. Known as one of the greatest acts to emerge from Motown, the group has delivered timeless hits ranging from smooth ballads like “Easy” to high-energy classics like “Brick House.” Following the performance, the celebration will continue with a fireworks display lighting up the night sky!

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