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Stockton Center on Successful Aging & the Otto Bruyns Library of Northfield Presents A Tour of Poetry for Seniors

December 17, 2013, 6:16 pm
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Galloway Township, NJ– The Stockton Center on Successful Aging has partnered with the Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield to sponsor on-going Senior Poetry Workshops at the library at 241 West Mill Road, Northfield, NJ 08225 (609) 646-4476.

One Saturday each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. participants can look forward to a compelling lecture on poetry and reading from a visiting poet.  A light luncheon is offered, compliments of the library and local food service businesses. At the culmination of the poetry series an Intergenerational Poetry Celebration will take place with participants in the library’s High School Poetry Workshop Series.

On Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014Barbara Daniels will be speaking on the work involved in getting a book published as well as reading some of her remarkable work to the group. 

On Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. guest speaker Tom Chin will show a short film and discuss the portrayal of artists, specifically poets in film and pop culture.

Sessions are also scheduled for March through June. 

Advanced registration is required by online registration (www.stockton.edu/scosa) or phone message by calling 609-626-3591 (please leave your contact information).


Visit the SCOSA website at www.stockton.edu/scosa for more information, updates and cancellation procedures.
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ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer Announces 2014 Tournament Dates

December 18, 2013, 7:37 am
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May 26 - June 1 at Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club
Galloway, NJ (December 3, 2013)– The ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer officially announced the 2014 tournament will be Monday, May 26 through Sunday, June 1 on the Bay Course at Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club in Galloway, NJ. The best players from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) will compete for a $1.5 million purse in the 54-hole, LPGA-sanctioned official event. 


A week of pre-tournament events will lead three days of championship play starting Friday, May 30 and concluding Sunday, June 1. The ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer will be televised on Golf Channel. For the latest tournament news and information, visit ShopRiteLPGAClassic.com.
“This shore tradition continues to grow in popularity due in large part to the wonderful support we receive from dedicated fans, volunteers, partners, and of course, ShopRite,” said Executive Director Tim Erensen. “We look forward to again bringing world-class entertainment to the Jersey shore and to do our part in showcasing Greater Atlantic City to millions of golf fans around the world.”
Since 1992, ShopRite has donated more than $26 million to charities by sponsoring LPGA tournaments. In 2013, ShopRite again raised more than $1.2 million for charitable organizations in ShopRite service areas, aiding hospitals, food banks, educational institutions and other agencies.
“On behalf of all of our ShopRite stores, I am pleased that we are able to give back so much to our local communities,” said Joseph Colalillo, chairman and CEO of Wakefern Food Corp., the marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. “This year we raised $1.2 million for worthy organizations, such as The Community FoodBank of New Jersey, The Foundation of the UMDNJ and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, to name just a few. We look forward to continuing our ongoing tradition of offering the best golf and family entertainment for a great cause.”
Originally known as the Atlantic City Classic, the tournament began in 1986 and was played on several courses near Atlantic City with the first two and last 13 years played at Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club.  The tournament was officially changed to the ShopRite LPGA Classic in 1992 when Wakefern Food Corp. became the title sponsor.  One of the most popular stops on the LPGA Tour, the ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer has crowned as champions some of the greatest names in women’s professional golf, including Juli Inkster, Nancy Lopez, Betsy King, Annika Sorenstam, Stacy Lewis, and 2013 champion Karrie Webb.

About ShopRite
ShopRite is the registered trademark of Wakefern Food Corp., a retailer-owned cooperative, based in Keasbey, NJ and the largest supermarket cooperative in the United States.  With more than 230 ShopRite supermarkets located throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware and Maryland, ShopRite serves more than five million customers each week.  A long-time supporter of key community efforts, ShopRite is dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities it serves.  Through its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, ShopRite has donated more than $27 million to 1,700 worthy charities and food banks since the program began in 1999.  As a title sponsor of the LPGA’s ShopRite Classic, ShopRite has raised more than $26 million for local schools, hospitals and community groups.  For more information, please visit www.ShopRite.com.
About the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association)
The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950, the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with more than 1,700 members representing 29 different countries. With a Vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of women’s golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while dedicated LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals (T&CP) directly impact the game through teaching, coaching and management. The Symetra Tour consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. The LPGA is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. Follow the LPGA on its television home, Golf Channel, and on the web via: www.LPGA.com, www.facebook.com/lpga.official, www.twitter.com/lpga, and www.youtube.com/lpgavideo.
About Acer
Established in 1976, Acer is an information and communication technology company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's green supply chain delivers environmentally friendly PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets and smartphones — tools our customers need to explore beyond limits and experience more. Ranked No. 2 for notebooks globally (Gartner 2011), Acer employs 8,000 people, and 2011 revenues reached US$15.7 billion. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.
About Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club

Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club in Galloway Twp., NJ is a historic seaside resort dating to 1915.  In 2010 it was purchased by The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, which updated and made improvements to the property to continue its tradition of elegant accommodations for vacations, golf outings, weddings and corporate events. Operated by Dolce Resorts and Troon Golf, the resort seamlessly transitioned into the Stockton College community, where it plays an integral role in an expanding Hospitality and Tourism Management Studies program. Located on 670 wooded acres of New Jersey pinelands, the resort features 271 guestrooms and suites as well as 36 holes of championship golf on two world-renowned courses, and 27,000 square feet of meeting and event space.  Additional information is available at www.stocktonseaview.com.
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Stockton Center on Successful Aging Presents Writing Workshops at the Noyes Museum

December 19, 2013, 7:24 am
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Galloway Township, NJ– The Stockton Center on Successful Aging announces the Winter/Spring schedule of the ongoing Time to Tell - Memory in Poetry & Creative Non-Fiction writing workshops, sponsored by SCOSA for older adults at the Noyes Museum of Art of The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey on 733 Lily Lake Road in Oceanville (Galloway), NJ 08231. 

SCOSA’s volunteer creative writing instructor Jenna McCoy who led the group through a very successful and enjoyable year of writing in 2013 presents the workshops.  The Winter/Spring schedule for 2014 is as follows:

Jan. 4, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m.
Feb. 1, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m.
March 1, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m.
April 12, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m.
May 10, 2014 from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m.

“In this series workshop, we will explore a number of creative writing genres, with a major focus on memoir (creative nonfiction) and poetry. By reading and discussing work by both famous and local writers, we will attempt to put our fingers on what exactly makes for good writing, and work to apply these techniques as we write and reinvent our own poems, stories, and essays. The workshop structure of this course will give both new and advanced writers the opportunity to share their own work and help one another improve both in craft and creativity. We will write poems and essays inspired by our own memories, stretch our creativity with a number of prompts and activities, and work to create our own community of writers,” explains McCoy.

McCoy, a Stockton graduate, now teaches English in Edison, New Jersey, where she spends her days convincing eighth graders that the world would be a better place if subjects and verbs could just live in agreement. When not teaching or attending classes, McCoy's travels take her around the globe. Her most recent adventures include glacier-climbing in Iceland, backpacking in the Canadian Pacific, and studying abroad in Kashmir, India. McCoy's writing has appeared in Polaris, The Curbside Quotidian, and Adventum Magazine, where her essay "Cinder and Snow" won first-prize in the 2012 Ridge to River contest for outdoor creative nonfiction. 


Advanced registration is required by calling the Noyes Museum at 609-652-8848.  Visit the SCOSA website at www.stockton.edu/scosa for more information, updates and cancellation procedures.
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Councilwoman Whitney Ullman Leaves Shocking Sentiments Behind as other Members of Council Bid Farewell; Video Released

December 19, 2013, 10:12 am
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Whitney Ullman
On December 10, 2013 Councilman Thomas Bassford, Councilman Jim McElwee and Councilwoman Whitney Ullman bid farewell by giving speeches at their last council meeting as an elected official. Bassford and Ullman choose not to run for re-election while McElwee was unsuccessful at his attempt for re-election. 

Bassford and McElwee delivered their farewell speeches as Ullman delivered a prepared speech that to some was a shock. Described by several council members, Ullman has been extremely positive and always a pleasure to work with. Ullman's speech however took aim at the previous municipal leadership citing it "Disgraceful, Immature and Disheartening." Ullman also voiced her displeasure of the "fighting" and "bullying" that took place.

Bassford reminisced his years on Council including his achievements which including Tartaglio Park. Bassford also thanked members of council for their support and former manager Jill Gougher for her years of service as what he described, the best Township Manager Galloway ever had. Bassford stated he enjoyed his 12-years of service and felt it was time to go. 

McElwee wished Diane Grams a happy retirement and thanked Pamela Alleyne for her service in Galloway. Alleyne resigned her position as Planning & Zoning Board Secretary and took up a full-time position in neighboring town Hamilton Township. 

McElwee also thanked Township Manager Arch Liston and Township Clerk TC Kay for their hard work and dedication. McElwee congratulated Mayor Don Purdy on his successful re-election race and stated he decided to put any negativity between the two in "the rear view mirror." Purdy also thanked McElwee for his time and service on Council.

Ullman took a slightly different approach and gave a speech she had prepared. Ullman did not want to provide any additional comment. We have provided the speech in full text below as provided by Ullman as well as including a video clip of Ullman delivering her speech at the Council Meeting, see below video or click link. 

Galloway Township will have their re-organization meeting on Thursday, January 2, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., where Don Purdy, Frank Gargione, Timothy Meadows and Robert Maldonaldo will be sworn in as members of Council. Council will also select a new Mayor, Deputy Mayor and professional staff the same night.


Galloway Township Recorded Council Meeting

Councilwoman Whitney Ullman Speech and Video Released:

"I want to thank the residents of Galloway for electing me and allowing me to serve you these past four years. This last council meeting is bittersweet for me. As some of you may know, I have been a leader most of my life, and have drawn on these experiences to lead me to the position I am in today. When the idea of running for council first came to my attention, I have to say, it wasn’t something I wholeheartedly embraced, mostly because I was a novice to “The Game".  I didn’t fully understand what my duties and responsibilities would be, but I knew it was a chance to make wrongs right, to be a voice for people who couldn’t muster up the courage, to help those in my community,  and mostly be an overall resource to the public.

However, there was much more to this position then anyone could know. The PREVIOUS municipal leadership was: Disgraceful. Immature. Disheartening. The fighting amongst fellow members was embarrassing. The bullying from people I was supposed to look up to and learn from, was disappointing and unacceptable.

It was saddening to see other leaders in our local community, expose their true colors and be so hypocritical when it came to sensitive issues.

I learned quickly that being on town council as a platform for my voice, and dream of change, was not the correct place for me to be, but I had a duty to follow through and make sure I could protect our people and serve those who had faith in me.

My voice was heard frequently behind the scenes, as there were many times I served as a sounding board who kept the peace when dialogue and process became unprofessional.

For what it’s worth, I’ve had the pleasure to serve up here with different people throughout the years, and although they may not have done everything right, or they may speak before they think, or even do things that we may not agree with in their personal time, they all in their own way really have good intentions. We have, and will continue to have, many talented, smart, bold and caring individuals up here who have a passion for politics and doing the right thing for our community whether we see it or not.

It’s also important for all of you to know that throughout my term there were some extremely tough decisions that had to be made and I’ve lost some friends along the way, but I always made choices objectively, based on what I believed to be in the best interest of the residents of Galloway.

Our town has been through so much, including lay-offs in all departments, and I have to say that our staff is the most professional hard working group, who although were faced with adversity at times, they remain committed to their positions. Our Town Manager is doing a fantastic job and is certainly a breath of fresh air. Our Public Works department is second to none. Our Police Department, Fire Department and First Responders are by far the best most dedicated people I have ever seen. What they do for all of us on a daily basis, there are just no words to express our thanks.

For all who were elected to serve in the years to come. I want to congratulate you and wish all of you much luck and strength. And to all of you, I wish you much peace, health, success, happiness, wealth and love in your life. THANK YOU."
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Galloway Police Assist in Dismantling Large Heroin Trafficking Ring Operation in Egg Harbor City

December 19, 2013, 4:02 pm
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EGG HARBOR CITY – A joint undercover narcotics investigation resulted in the dismantling of a large organized heroin trafficking ring operating out of an Egg Harbor City apartment complex, Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced.
On Wednesday, Dec. 18, members of the Prosecutor’s Office Guns, Gangs and Narcotics Unit, the Atlantic County Emergency Response Team and the Egg Harbor City, Galloway Township and Pleasantville Police Departments simultaneously executed search warrants at two units in the Philadelphia Village Housing Complex located at 1000 Buffalo Avenue.

Authorities seized 11 bricks of Heroin (approximately 550 bags) with an estimated street value of over $10,000. A loaded .380 caliber semi-automatic handgun, a loaded .357 caliber handgun, numerous rounds of ammunition, $4,500 in small bills, a scale and a two-way radio communications system were also seized.
The two residents of the searched units Ernest Collier, 18, and Chaise Hill, 35, were arrested and charged with second-degree possession of heroin, possession of heroin with intent to distribute and conspiracy. Additionally, Hill was charged with unlawful possession of a handgun and possession of a hand gun for an unlawful purpose.
Following the arrests of Collier and Hill, law enforcement officers served arrest warrants to multiple other members of the trafficking ring throughout Atlantic County. Those arrests include; Steven Martinez, 19, Tyshon Nieves, 22, Jamil Highsmith, 45, Keleen Simpson, 32, all of Egg Harbor City, Mike Jeril, 32, of Atlantic City, April Hill, 45, of Millville, and Donald Dillard, 56.
The arrests are the results of a 7-month-long cooperative undercover narcotics operation in response to numerous complaints from the citizens of Egg Harbor City.
Martinez and April Hill were both charged with second-degree possession of heroin,possession of heroin with intent to distribute and conspiracy.
Nieves and Highsmith were both charged with possession of heroin and possession of heroin with intent to distribute.
Jeril was charged with possession of cocaine and possession of cocaine with intent to distribute.
Simpson was charged with possession of heroin, possession of heroin with intent to distribute, unlawful possession of a handgun and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose.
Dillard was charged with obstruction of the administration of law and resisting arrest.
As the investigation into the drug trafficking ring progresses, additional charges and arrests are forthcoming.
The public is encouraged to assist in the efforts of combating, reducing and dismantling narcotics and firearm distribution networks within the County by sharing information with law enforcement. Information can be provided to the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at (609)-909-7800, the Egg Harbor City Police Department at (609)-965-2901 or anonymously to Atlantic County Crime Stoppers at (609)-652-1234 or 1-(800)-658- 8477.
***These charges are merely an accusation and not proof of guilt. In all criminal cases, a charged defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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Atlantic City Man Indicted for Operating Human Trafficking Ring; Charges Include Aggravated Sexual Assault and Prostitution

December 20, 2013, 12:06 pm
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MAYS LANDING – An Atlantic City man has been indicted for operating a human trafficking ring in which he held multiple women captive in motel rooms and forced them into prostitution, Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain announced today.
On Thursday, Dec. 19, an Atlantic County Grand Jury indicted Donnie Bethea, 30, on 15 counts; including six counts of human trafficking. Assistant Prosecutor Danielle Buckley represented the State in the matter.

The charges stem from a six-month-long joint investigation conducted by the Egg Harbor Township Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s “Innocence Lost” Task Force, which is comprised of members of the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s and Sheriff’s Offices, the FBI and NJ Department of Human Services.
The Joint investigation revealed that over the course of five months, Bethea had lured at least six women to the Ramada Limited and other West Atlantic City motels, where he held them captive in a room while threatening them with serious bodily harm or physical restraint. Bethea then used the online classifieds website backpage.com to advertise the captive women as providers of sexual services, forcing the women to engage in prostitution with men whom responded to the ads. Bethea would force the women to turn over all the proceeds they received to him.
On Aug. 28, Egg Harbor Township Police arrested Bethea after discovering that he had been holding a 22-year-old woman against her will, in a room at the Ramada Limited, and forcing her to engage in prostitution. Bethea was charged with aggravated sexual assault, promoting prostitution, aggravated assault, criminal restraint and possession of a weapon. He was lodged at the Atlantic County Justice Facility in lieu of $250,000 bail.
On Sept. 10, Bethea was additionally charged with counts of promoting prostitution and criminal restraint after detectives discovered Bethea had previously held another 22-year-old woman against her will for a week in a room at the Ramada and also forced her to engage in prostitution.
As the investigation progressed, four more female victims, all in their early 20’s, were discovered.
On Oct. 1, acting Prosecutor McClain authorized additionally charging Bethea with six counts of first-degree human trafficking.
Bethea’s bail was increased to $1 million full cash. He remains lodged at the Atlantic County Justice Facility.
Human trafficking, a crime of the first-degree, caries a New Jersey State prison sentence of between 10-20 years and up to $200,000 in fines.
***The indictment is merely an accusation and not proof of guilt. In all criminal cases, an indicted defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Anyone with information involving serious crimes is asked to call the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office at 609-909-7800 or go to the Prosecutor’s Office Web site at http://www.acpo.org/tips.html and provide information by filling out the form anonymously on the Submit a Tip page. People can also call Crime Stoppers at 609-652-1234 or 1-800-658-8477 (TIPS) or visit the Crime Stoppers Website at http://www.crimestoppersatlantic.com/. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to the arrest and indictment of those who commit crimes in Atlantic County.
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New Jersey State Police Seek Help in Identifying Body Found in Stafford Forge State Forest

December 20, 2013, 3:12 pm
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Eagleswood, N.J. - State troopers from Tuckerton Station are investigating the suspicious death of an unidentified man found in the Stafford Forge State Forest yesterday at mid-day by two people walking a dog. There was no obvious signs of trauma. An autopsy was performed yesterday, but the cause and manner of death have not yet been determined.

The man had no identification and troopers are seeking the public's assistance to identify him. The Toms River Police Department today assisted the investigation by creating a sketch of the man for distribution. 
He is described as between 5-05 and 5-08 tall, and between 130 and 165 pounds. The man is believed to be of Hispanic heritage and may be between 50 to 60 years of age.

Any information to aid this investigation can be called in--even anonymously-- to Det. Sgt. Simonson at Tuckerton State Police Station at 609-296-3132. 


Thanks for your help.
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David P. Tilton Named to Steering Committee of Stockton’s Hughes Center for Public Policy

December 22, 2013, 7:18 am
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Galloway Township, NJ- David P. Tilton, president and CEO of AtlantiCare, has been appointed by President Herman Saatkamp of The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey to help guide the William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy as a steering committee member. 

The William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey serves as a catalyst for research, analysis and innovative policy solutions on the economic, social and cultural issues facing New Jersey. The Hughes Center conducts academic research and public opinion polling and sponsors political debates, internships, symposia and lectures and the Legislator-in-Residence program.
“David brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the healthcare industry and business performance excellence to the Hughes Center. (ABH),” said Daniel J. Douglas, director of the Hughes Center.

Tilton’s more than 40-year career in healthcare began as a teenage volunteer at a small community hospital in New Jersey and has included his leading AtlantiCare to being named one of only five organizations in the country to receive the highest Presidential Award for Quality, the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in 2009. He leads more than 5,200 employees and more than 700 physicians who provide care and other services in five counties in southern New Jersey.

Tilton’s local and regional voluntarism has included service on the boards of both the United Way of Atlantic County and the American Red Cross New Jersey Chapter. Tilton currently serves on the Board of the Health Research & Educational Trust, an affiliate of the American Hospital Association (AHA), the Regional Policy Board of the AHA and the New Jersey Hospital Association’s Board of Trustees.  Tilton is included in Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2013 list of Hospital & Health System CEOs to Know and NJ Biz named Tilton one of the 50 Most Powerful People in Health Care in New Jersey in 2010. Under Tilton’s leadership, AtlantiCare was included in Modern Healthcare’s 2010 “Best Places to Work in Healthcare,” received Magnet re-designation, Premier’s Cares Award and AHA’s Quest for Quality and Foster McGaw awards. 

Tilton earned his M.B.A. at Rutgers University School of Business in Camden and his B.S. degree from Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ.


Tilton and his wife Jody, reside in Galloway. They have two adult sons, Michael and Scott.
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10-year old Fatally Injured in Single Vehicle Crash in Mullica Township

December 22, 2013, 7:32 am
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It is with a heavy heart this holiday season that the Mullica Township Police Department releases details of a motor vehicle crash that resulted in the passing of one of its own residents, a ten year old child. 

On December 21st at approximately 9:11pm a 911 caller reported a one car motor vehicle crash on Weekstown Road (Cy. Rt. 612) between 5th Avenue and Pleasant Mills Road (Cy. Rt. 643). Officers arrived and found a single vehicle crash. 

The vehicle, a 2013 Chevy Sonic 4-Door was occupied by two occupants. The driver, a Philip Muskett 28 of Mullica Township sustained moderate chest and leg injuries, he was airlifted to Atlanticare Regional by Atanticare Emergency medical services. 

The rear passenger, a Jaiden Ohnemuller-Muskett, 10 years old also of Mullica Township, sustained fatal injuries. Ohnemuller-Muskett was pronounced deceased at the scene. Jaiden attended the Mullica Township School District as a 4th grader. 


Muskett’s vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, the cause of the collision is unknown and under investigation by this agency and the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office. The area where the collision occurred is in the Weekstown section of Mullica Township, the area is very rural. 

This agency is looking for assistance from the public that may have witnessed or have information regarding this collision. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Mullica Township Police Department at 609-561-7600.
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Galloway Road Compost Site Accepting Christmas Trees

December 25, 2013, 4:02 pm
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Galloway Township residents may bring their Christmas trees to the Galloway Road Compost Site from Saturday, December 28, 2013 until Friday, January 24, 2014.  Hours for the site are:  WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY from 8 AM-2:30 PM. 

This collection is for Christmas trees only…No tinsel or ornaments.

The trees will be recycled into mulch that will be available free of charge to Galloway residents.

For further information, call Galloway Township Public Works at 652-3700 x 255.
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Single Vehicle Accident Splits Utility Pole and Closes Leeds Point Road from Route 9 in Galloway Township

December 26, 2013, 12:26 pm
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Galloway Township Police responded to a single vehicle accident at US Route 9 - New York Road and Leeds Point Road on Thursday, December 26, 2013.

According to preliminary reports, a flat bed truck from Woodhaven Lumber and Millwork Inc., was traveling north on US Route 9 (New York Road) when the truck struck a utility pole and a billboard before coming to rest in front of the Leeds Point Shopping center. 

The utility pole was split in half and substantial damage to the billboard could be seen.  

Oceanville Volunteer Fire Company was on scene to assist due to small fire in the electrical wires. Galloway Township Police have closed Leeds Point Road at the intersection of Route 9.

Utility Trucks have begun to arrive on scene to repair the damage.

Check back for details as this story is developing. Photo Credit: Galloway Township News






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Five Galloway Police Officers Given Hard Decision in Possible Deal Between PBA and Township to End Grievances

December 27, 2013, 10:04 am
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Galloway Township News has exclusively learned of a possible deal between several officers in the Galloway Township Police Department and the Township of Galloway that may put an end to the lengthy litigation regarding Military Pay for several Police Officers. 

The deal however was described as an ultimatium which leaves five officers the responsibility of choosing the financial fate of several other officers in the Police Department while sacrificing their own financial state. 

According to sources, over the past several years the New Jersey State Policeman's Benevolent Association (PBA), Mainland Local #77 filed grievances against the Township for changing workers compensation and military leave policies.

The proposed deal leaves a decision to be made by five (5) police officers who are Military Personnel. Previously Chief Patrick Moran identified the five military Police Officers as Raymond Casanova, Patrick Neal, Rita Abatemarco, Paul Smith and Kevin Costa.  

According to information we obtained, part of the workers compensation grievance was if an officer was out on a work related injury, the officer would receive seventy percent (70%) of his or her salary from workers compensation and the other thirty percent (30%) would be paid by the Township. In addition, the Township paid both the employee’s and the Township's obligated pension contribution portion.  

Sources indicated the Township moved to end its practice of paying the employee’s portion of the pension contributions.  Soon thereafter "the PBA filed a grievance and the Township requested a scope proceeding through the Public Employee Relations Commission (PERC) by claiming that the matter was pre-empted by statute." PERC issued a ruling that the matter was pre-empted by statute and that the Township should not have been paying the employee’s portion of the pension contributions.


Sources indicated, the PBA Labor Counsel suggested the five officers compromise with the Township.  The compromise was initiated when the PBA learned that Township Manager Arch Liston intended on going back five (5) years to recoup payments from all officers in which the Township paid the employee portion of the pension contributions in regards to the workers compensation payments. The fear would be several Galloway Township Police Officers, including possibly the Chief of Police could potentially end up owing thousands of dollars to the Township.

The proposed two-fold deal, according to sources, would be that the Township would agree not to recoup workers compensation pension contributions if the PBA ends the military grievance.  If the PBA agrees, then the Township will agree to adopt the interim military drill leave policy as permanent and will credit employees with only half the benefit time or unpaid leave lost up to this point in the form of compensatory time. 

The proposed deal arrises out of lengthy litigation between The Township of Galloway and the New Jersey State Policeman's Benevolent Association (PBA), Mainland Local #77, which represents the Police Officers in Galloway. Both have been spending time in and out of Court since January 2012, over a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by Chief of Police Patrick Moran regarding time off for Military Drill. 

According to the Court Documents released by the Township through an Open Public Records request,  Moran issued a Special Order on January 13, 2012, which would discontinue the practice of paying officers for military drills (weekends). Moran clarified in a statement, "the military drills are not to be confused with active military duty where orders are issued." Moran's special orders only included weekend drill only.

After Moran's Special Order was issued, the PBA filed a grievance against the Township on February 14, 2012. The Union alleged a breach in the Township's collective bargaining agreement with the PBA. On January 28, 2013, the PBA's grievance was upheld by the Arbitrator overseeing the case. The Township disputed the arbitrators decision and filed an appeal in Atlantic County Superior Court alleging the Arbitrator failed to Rule on Applicable State Law thus constituting a mistake of Law. 

Atlantic County Superior Court heard the case and ruled on July 18, 2013, in favor of the PBA. According to the Final Order Judgment, the Judge ordered in part, "to make whole all affected Township Police Officers for any lost wages and/or contractual leave charged for the purpose of weekend military drills retroactive to July 13, 2012." 

The Galloway Police Department currently has five (5) police officers who are Military Personnel that this ruling affected. According to Moran, the five Police Officers are Raymond Casanova, Patrick Neal, Rita Abatemarco, Paul Smith and Kevin Costa.  According to the Arbitrator documents, these officers are part of the National Guard and Reserves who are "ordered to attend unit training assemblies (i.e. drill weekends)."

At that time, Chief Patrick Moran stated, "Judge Baten ruled in favor of the arbitrator’s award due to jurisdictional issues and not the details of the case and from what I am told, the Township will be appealing it."

On August 30, 2013 a hearing was conducted regarding the Township's request of appeal for reconsideration of the Judge's decision for the continuation of Military Pay. According to Chief Moran, "the judge vacated his previous decision and referred the matter to the Public Employee Relations Committee (PERC)." Moran further stated, "my administration and I will work with the PBA in regard to scheduling. etc. of those officers involved while the matter is being examined by PERC."

In order for the PBA to avoid a final decision by PERC regarding the Military Pay grievance, the PBA must determine if a compromised deal can be worked out with the Township and further accepted before the Township continues contract negotiations with the entire department. According to sources, out of the five (5) military officers affected, only three (3) of them have agreed to accept the deal. 

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Three Injured and Transported to Area Hospitals After Accident at Route 30 and Pomona Road

December 28, 2013, 8:49 am
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On December 27, 2013 at 8:12 a.m. Galloway Township Police responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of White Horse Pike (US#30) and Pomona Road. 

According to Police Andrew Weber, 21, of Clementon, NJ was driving a 2012 Ford Focus traveling westbound on Route 30 when he failed to observe the red traffic light at Pomona Road. Weber proceeded into the intersection and collided with a 2009 Toyota Venza driven by Robert Chiles, 84, of Galloway, NJ, who was traveling northbound on Pomona Road.


According to Police Weber was issued a summons for Disregarding of a Traffic Control Device. Weber was transported to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, City Division with a Head Injury while Chiles and his passenger Dorothy Chiles 85, of Galloway were transported to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Division with complaints of chest pain.

Traffic was detoured for about twenty minutes (20) while Galloway Township Police and Stockton State College Police cleared the scene. Detective Goehringer investigated the accident. 
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Waretown Man Suffers Head Injury After SUV Crashes into Pole and Overturns

December 28, 2013, 9:14 am
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Galloway Township Police responded on December 27, 2013 at 5:11 p.m. to N. New York Road (Route 9) in the area of Kings Highways for a single vehicle accident.

The accident as described was a single vehicle accident into a utility pole. Philip Restifo, 75, of Waretown NJ, was traveling north on Route 9 when his vehicle, a 2014 Honda CRV, left the roadway to the right shoulder and struck a utility pole.  Restifo's vehicle became overturned in the process.


Restifo was transported to Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Division with a head injury. Galloway Police alternated traffic for approximately twenty (20) minutes while the scene was cleared. 

Patrolman Ken Snuffer is investigating the accident. According to Police, the investigation is ongoing and summons have not been issued.
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Galloway Officials Shocked to Learn Through Media They May Lose Their Township Manager

December 29, 2013, 10:12 am
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Arch Liston, Credit: Press of AC
Galloway Township Council may have to search for a new Township Manager if Arch Liston is confirmed by Atlantic City Council to be the next City Administrator for the City of Atlantic City. A nomination that took several Galloway Township Officials by surprise. Galloway Township has had four (4) Township Managers in the past three (3) years. 

Liston replaced former Township Manager Stephen Bonanni who currently has a lawsuit pending in Federal Court against Galloway Township and Mayor Don Purdy. 

Galloway Township Officials have confirmed that they were not aware of Township Manager Arch Liston's decision to leave Galloway Township. Township Manager Arch Liston has been nominated by Atlantic City Mayor-elect Don Guardian to be the next City Administrator for the City of Atlantic City, according to the Press of Atlantic City.  

The Press of Atlantic City broke the news of Guardian's nomination on Saturday, December 28, 2013 after Guardian appeared on the King Arthur Show on WIBG 1020, 101.3 FM radio in the morning. 

While on the King Arthur Show, Guardian described his choice for a new Administrator but did not release the name of the nomination. Guardian stated he would release the names of his nominations on Tuesday, prior to his swearing-in and first Council meeting on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. However Guardian released the name of City Administrator to the Press of Atlantic City on Saturday after the radio show. 

Galloway Township Officials became aware of Liston's nomination only after the Press of Atlantic City broke the news.  Councilman Jim McElwee stated, "It was a surprise to me. I did not receive an email or any notice that Liston was looking to leave Galloway nor that he was set to be publicly nominated in Atlantic City next week."

The news of the nomination broke at 1:20 p.m. according to the Press of Atlantic City Website. Galloway council-elect Timothy Meadows stated he spoke to (Mayor Don) Purdy, (Robert) Maldonaldo and Frank (Gargione) concerning the nomination before 2:00 p.m. Purdy informed Meadows and Meadows informed Gargione and Maldonaldo. 

Both Gargione and Maldonaldo were elected to Council and will be sworn in on January 2, 2014 to start their four (4) year term on Galloway Council. Meadows stated it was "the first I heard of it. This is a loss for Galloway but a gain for Atlantic City. I wish him well and regret not being able to work with such a consummate professional." When contacted, Galloway council-elect Frank Gargione also confirmed that he had just heard the news from Meadows.

Mayor Don Purdy, Councilman Jim Gorman and Township Manager Arch Liston did not return our request for comment. 

If Liston receives the full nomination from Atlantic City Council on Wednesday, Liston intends to move to Atlantic City from Southampton to serve in the City Administrator capacity, according to the Press of Atlantic City. 

If Liston leaves Galloway, they will have to start a search for a new Township Manager. Galloway previously had a shared service agreement with the City of Absecon where Liston was utilized in both municipalities. Absecon decided not to renew the shared service agreement with Galloway for Liston's service and hired former Galloway manager Thomas Henshaw as their new City Administrator for Absecon. 

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Family Service Association Acknowledges Community Support Through the Holiday's

December 29, 2013, 8:39 pm
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As 2013 comes to a close, it is time to pause, reflecting on and giving thanks for what is good in our lives. 

We at Family Service Association are deeply grateful for our community’s support during the Holiday Drive and throughout the year.  Together, we brought joy to over 2,500 children, youth and vulnerable adults this Holiday Season.

Family Service Association has a many programs and services with a single focus, to strengthen individuals and families, one life at a time.  In 2013, we touched over 8,500 lives in the past year, helping children, youth, individuals and families find hope and healing in our different programs.  We look forward to reaching so many more in 2014.  On behalf of FSA’s Board of Trustees and all of our team members, we wish you a New Year filled with peace and joy.

Cindy Herdman Ivins
President/CEO
Family Service Association
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Galloway Township Police Blotter December 8 - 21, 2013

December 30, 2013, 9:57 am
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Galloway Township Police responded to 1,418 calls for service during December 8th to December 21st, 2013. 

Additional statistics include: 8 Burglaries, 50 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 85 Tickets issued, 1 Driving While Intoxicated, 32 Arrests, 15 Domestic Violence, 24 Fire Calls, 108 EMS Calls and 1 Juvenile call.

BURGLARIES:
12/11    S. 2nd Avenue
12/13   W. Jimmie Leeds Rd. 
12/13   Oak Street 
12/14   Mannheim Avenue
12/15   S. Pitney Road
12/18   S. New York Road
12/21   S. Willow Avenue

ARRESTS:

Leonard Wilson II, 19,  Tyrique Beckett, 18, and Mashhur Hayes, 19 all of Galloway were arrested by Det. Sgt. Donna Higbee for Armed Robbery during the month of December. 

Thomas R. Miller, Jr., 24, of Galloway was arrested by Officer Pat Neal for DWI on December 12

Jon Franchetti, 46, of Galloway was arrested by Ofc. Steve Garrison for theft on December 17. 

Shaun P. Hussey, 29, of Margate was arrested by Ofc. Matt Worth for aggravated assault, simple assault, and theft on December 17. 

Rhoda C. Meighan, 21, of Egg Harbor Twp. was arrested by Det. Ro Latoracca for theft and burglary on December 19. 

Jeffery A. Manka, 24, of Galloway was arrested by Ofc. Kevin Costa for criminal mischief on December 20. 

William Bradley, 39, of Absecon was arrested by Ofc. Kevin Welsh for shoplifting on December 20. 

Joseph C. Kaplan, 44, of Egg Harbor Twp. was arrested by Cpl. Jerry Houck for contempt on December 21.

Per Galloway Township Police Department, persons listed here as arrestees are considered innocent until or unless otherwise adjudicated otherwise in court. 

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UPDATED x1: Galloway Township Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Burglary Suspects from Days of Olde Antique Establishment

December 30, 2013, 10:30 am
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Attention: Please assist with Identification

UPDATED (Dec 30, 2013): Galloway Township Police are still in search of the following suspects. 

On May 28, 2013 the Galloway Township Police Department responded to the Days of Olde Antique establishment for the report of a Burglary and theft of over $18,000.00 in gold jewelry.


Victim(s) reported that a couple entered the business at approximately 2:30 pm and remained inside “casing” the location for close to an hour before opening an enclosed jewelry case and removing several substantially sized bracelets valued at over $18,000.00. The couple then fled the store before they could be detained.

Couple is described as:

White Male thin build approximately 6’0 with dark brown hair clean cut. White Female is heavy build approximately 5’05 with neck length auburn/red hair.

Anyone who is able to confirm the suspect(s) identity is asked to call the Galloway Township Police Department at (609) 652-3705 ext 318. 

Anyone with information can also call the Atlantic County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (609) 652-1234.

Please share this article throughout any social media sites and help Galloway Township Police.

Any business owners having similar incidents of theft should contact their local police department. 
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After Initial Denial of Access to Public Opening of Proposals the 2014 List of Professional Proposals are Released

December 30, 2013, 1:16 pm
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Galloway Township Council will begin the New Year selecting the Township's Professional staff. On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 Galloway Township Clerk accepted Request for Proposals for Professional Service for 2014. 

The public opening, as advertised was for 11:30 a.m. on December 18th. When Galloway Township News appeared for the public opening right before 11:30 a.m., we were initially denied access to the public opening by Township Manager Arch Liston. 

Galloway Township News Publisher stated to Liston the advertisement stated it was a Public opening at 11:30 a.m. and that we had already spoken to Township Clerk TC Kay two days prior to verify the public opening and our attendance. Liston replied, "I don't care what TC said." We were told TC Kay was off then we were instructed to come back an hour later after he opened and sorted through the proposals. Since we were denied access, we left with the intention of returning according to Liston's request. 

The denial of access to the Public opening could have been a violation of the Local Public Contracts Law. The opening of the RFP's could potentially be challenged by any of the professionals who submitted the proposals.

A short time later on December 18th, we were contacted by Township Clerk TC Kay inviting us back to the Township Manager's office in order to view the public opening of the RFP's as advertised. 

When we arrived shortly before 1:00 p.m., part of the RFP's had already been opened. Kay, who was on vacation yet came into work to complete the opening, went through the RFP's already opened and then proceeded with the public opening of the rest of the proposals. 

Galloway Township News has provided the list of professionals who submitted proposals for 2014. Council will select their professionals from the submission listed below.

Galloway Township will hold their annual Re-Organization meeting on Thursday, January 2, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. located in Council Chambers at the Municipal Complex. New members of Council Frank Gargione, Timothy Meadows, Don Purdy and Robert Maldonaldo will be sworn in.  Council will also select a Mayor and Deputy Mayor the same evening. 

Submissions for Professional Services for 2014:
List was provided through the public opening process

Township Attorney:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Youngblood & Franklin
  • Fitzgerald McGroarty 
  • James Schroder
Township Engineer:
  • Mott Associates
  • Polistina Associates
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Doran Engineering
  • Endicott Engineering
Alt. Township Engineer:
  • Mott Associates
  • Polistina Associates
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Maser Consulting
  • Engineering Design Associates
  • Endicott Engineering
Township Labor Counsel:
  • Parker McCay
  • William Blaney (Blaney & Donahue)
  • Long Marmero
  • James Schroder
Bond Counsel:
  • Joel Fleishman, Esq. (Fleishman & Daniels)
  • John L. Kraft, Esq.
  • Parker McCay
  • Archer & Greiner
Special Counsel for Records Management:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Youngblood & Franklin
Municipal Prosecutor:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Christopher Lipari, Esq.
  • Lauren Tyler, Esq.
  • James Schroder, Esq.
Alternate Municipal Prosecutor:
  • Rumpf, Reed & Dolcy
Public Defender:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Darrin Lord, Esq.
Tax Appeal Counsel:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Tom Smith, Esq.
Risk Management Consultant:
  • Alamo Insurance Group
  • Glenn Insurance
  • Marsh & McClellan
Township Architect:
  • Wayne Neville
  • Gibson Tarquini
Township Auditor:
  • Ford Scott & Associates
  • Bowman Company
Planning Board Engineer:
  • Polistina & Associates
  • Mott & Associates
  • Engineering Design
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Doran Engineering
  • Endicott Engineering
Planning Board Alternate Engineer:
  • Polistina & Associates
  • Mott & Associates
  • Engineering Design
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Doran Engineering
  • Maser Consulting
  • Endicott Engineering
Zoning Board Engineer:
  • Polistina & Associates
  • Mott & Associates
  • Engineering Design
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Doran Engineering
  • Endicott Engineering
Zoning Board Alternate Engineer:
  • Polistina & Associates
  • Mott & Associates
  • Engineering Design
  • Remington & Vernick
  • Doran Engineering
  • Endicott Engineering
Planning Board Solicitor:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Youngblood & Franklin
Planning Board Alternate Solicitor:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Youngblood & Franklin
  • Cooper Levenson
Zoning Board Solicitor:
  • Dasti & Murphy
  • Cooper Levenson
  • Rosenberger & Wolf
  • Youngblood & Franklin
Zoning Board Alternate Solicitor:
  • Cooper Levenson
  • Dasti Murphy
  • Youngblood & Franklin
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Galloway Man Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle While in Road on Scooter

December 30, 2013, 7:31 pm
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Galloway Township Police responded to Moss Mill Road and Quail Hill Blvd on December 30, 2013 at 6:18 p.m. for reports of a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian.

According to Police, a 2007 Toyota Corolla driven by Michael Ryan, 24, of Galloway was traveling East on Moss Mill Road. While traveling, his vehicle struck a motorized scooter driven by Joseph Strike Jr., 52, of Galloway. The accident occurred near the intersection of Moss Mill Road and Quail Hill Blvd. 
A Witness recalled seeing the scooter stationary in the east bound lane of Moss Mill Road for an unknown reason prior to impact.

Photo Credit: Galloway Twp News; All Rights Reserved
Galloway Township Police Department, Galloway Township Ambulance Squad, and ACRMC Medics responded to the scene. Oceanville Fire Company also assisted. 

Strike was transported to ACRMC Mainland Campus by Galloway Township Ambulance Squad. He was pronounced deceased a short time later. 

Moss Mill Road between Quail Hill Blvd and Smith Bowen Rd was shut down for approximately two (2) hours while the scene was investigated and the roadway was cleared. 

The Accident is being investigated by Ofc. Steve Garrison, Ofc. Patrick Neal, and Ofc. Kevin Costa of the Traffic Safety Unit
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