James “Jim” DiAmore, Longtime Pharmacist, and Friend to Many

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews

*Jim and Karen

BROOKLAWN, NJ (July 19, 2026)(CNBNews)— James “Jim” DiAmore, age 77, longtime pharmacist and friend to generations of residents, passed away on July 15, 2026, following a long illness. Jim was a unique personality — blunt, direct, and sometimes misunderstood by those who didn’t know him well. But beneath that gruff exterior was a man defined by generosity, loyalty, and quiet compassion.

A Life of Service to His Community

Jim devoted decades of service to the Brooklawn Fire Department, often driving the ambulance and responding to emergency calls late at night. He supported local police, youth sports teams, and was frequently the first to offer financial help to Brooklawn and Gloucester City residents who had fallen on hard times. He didn’t talk about the good he did; he simply did it.

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Second Largest Amount Awarded in NJDOT History

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) delivered a Capital Program in State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026 of more than $1 billion in construction contract awards and the second largest amount of consultant selections in a single year, demonstrating the Sherrill Administration’s commitment to infrastructure investment.

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Check out the various ways to engage with your local government, get important updates, and be involved! Join monthly meetings with the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross, follow our social media, browse the county website for programs and services, and download the free Camden County App for instant access to all events, alerts, concerts, news, and more right from your phone. To download the app, Click Here.

Board of Commissioners Announce Investment to Improve Water Quality

The Camden County Board of Commissioners joined with environmental leaders from across New Jersey on Tuesday morning to unveil a comprehensive plan for a generational investment designed to improve water quality throughout Camden County.

This historic effort will encompass the Cooper River, Kirkwood Lake, Atco Lake, Evans Pond, Wallworth Lake, and several other crucial watersheds throughout the county. Once complete, these coordinated investments in wastewater infrastructure, stormwater management, habitat restoration, sediment remediation, and recreational improvements will make the Cooper River and surrounding waterways throughout Camden County one of the cleanest and healthiest urban watersheds in the United States.

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Van Drew Secures Major SJ Priorities in WRDA

Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement after securing key South Jersey priorities in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which was approved by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The bill now heads to the full House for consideration.