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CNBNews Archives Dec. 10, 1990

Percy W. Stubbs, ‘Mayor’ of Riverview Heights, Passes at 77

(Republished August 16, 2026)–Percy W. Stubbs, a lifelong Gloucester City resident affectionately known as the “Mayor of Riverview Heights,” passed away on December 10, 1990. He was 77.

Stubbs spent his career as an operating engineer specializing in refrigeration with the Atlantic Richfield Company, retiring in 1978. Even after retirement, he remained a fixture in the community — always ready to lend a hand, repair a neighbor’s appliance, or offer friendly conversation from his front porch.

He was widely admired for his generosity, quick wit, and willingness to help anyone who needed it. His neighbors often joked that if you didn’t know what was happening in Riverview Heights, Percy did.

Stubbs was active in several local organizations, including the Gloucester City–Brooklawn Chapter of Deborah Heart and Lung Center and the Town Watch. Although a heart condition slowed him down during his final year, he continued to stay connected with the community he loved.

He is survived by his wife, Gladys, and will be remembered as one of Riverview Heights’ most beloved personalities — a man whose presence made the neighborhood feel like family.

Source: Gloucester City News/December 10, 1990) written by Wm. E. Cleary Sr.

Note: We will be publishing some of our articles from the past in the coming weeks.

Data Shows Gloucester City Property Taxes One Of the Highest in SJ

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (August 16, 2026)–Gloucester City residents received their 2026–27 property tax bills last week, and many are expressing frustration over unusually steep increases. CNBNews has heard from several taxpayers who say their bills jumped far beyond what they expected.

 View of downtown Gloucester City from the Walt Whitman Bridge

photo by Famartin – Own work

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One resident, Sandy Reed, who ran unsuccessfully for council in the November 2025 election, told CNBNews her row‑home tax bill increased by $800. Reed asked the same question many residents are now asking: Why so high?

Several factors may be contributing:

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Shooting Investigations

On August 14, 2026, in the 22nd District, at approximately 8:15 p.m., a shooting occurred on the highway in the 2100 block of N. Gratz Street. The victim was transported by police to Temple University Hospital and is currently listed in critical condition.

In the 39th District, at approximately 8:33 p.m., a shooting occurred on the highway at N. 25th and W. Elkhart Streets. The victim was transported by private vehicle to Temple University Hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.

Residents Accuse City Council of ‘Taxation Without Representation’ During Heated Budget Debate-1982

 

GCity Residents Challenge Council on Proposed Tax Increase

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 8, 1982)–Two Gloucester City residents confronted Mayor William E. Gartland and City Council during the April 8, 1982 meeting, questioning what taxpayers would gain from a proposed nine‑cent increase in the municipal tax rate.

Former Fire Chief James Durkin asked council members what additional services residents could expect if the tax rate rose from 43 cents to 52 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. Durkin noted that his seashore home — taxed at a lower rate — received three trash collections per week, while Gloucester City had reduced its schedule to once weekly.

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Serial Shed Burglar Arrested Following Investigation

On July 21, 2026, at approximately 12:22 AM, Gloucester Township Police responded to the unit block of Vance Avenue in Sicklerville for a report of a suspect actively breaking into a resident’s shed.

As officers arrived in the area, they observed a white Chevrolet Equinox fleeing the scene. Officers attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop; however, the driver failed to comply and continued to flee.

Officers identified the driver as Darryl Hill, age 60, of the unit block of Dickenson Drive in Sicklerville. Officers responded to Hill’s residence, where they observed him exit the Chevrolet Equinox and flee on foot. Hill was apprehended and taken into custody without further incident. The Chevrolet Equinox was impounded pending an application for a search warrant.

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Hahn Stepping Down as ED of Assembly Majority Office

Speaker Craig J. Coughlin issued the following statement today on the announcement that Seth Hahn is stepping down as the Executive Director of the Assembly Majority Office in September.

“Seth has been an invaluable member of our team and an important part of the success of our caucus over the past six years,” said Speaker Coughlin. “Seth’s leadership was instrumental in expanding paid family leave, passing landmark affordable housing legislation, increasing ballot access, and making sure New Jersey has been on the leading edge pushing back against attacks on reproductive care, immigrants’ rights, voting rights and common sense gun safety laws. He was the Assembly’s top negotiator for five bipartisan budgets spanning two administrations. I wish him the best of luck as he enters the next phase of his career, and I know he will be successful.”

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