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18 hrs ago | The Jersey Journal

ExCEL students seek changes; parents disagree

Instituted by Superintendent Geraldyne O. Foster in 2001, the ExCEL program includes a six-day school week, uniforms every day but one, a low teacher-to-student ratio and opportunities to expand on standard curriculum.

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Wed May 22, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Salem Community College's 2013 graduates look to new heights

Katelyn Bedilion, James Conklin III, Gabrielle Cooper, and Tamra Davis smile as they prepare to move their tassels from right to left and become graduates of Salem Community College during SCC's 41st annual Commencement ceremony, Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

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Related Topix: Carneys Point, NJ, Alloway, NJ, Rutgers University

The Jersey Journal

Pennsville to hold Relay for Life event in effort to fight cancer

PENNSVILLE TWP . - Carrying messages of hope and fighting cancer, the 2013 Relay for Life event will be held early next month.

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Related Topix: Pennsville, NJ

The Jersey Journal

Letter: Punish the criminals, not the law-abiding citizens

Wake up, America, from the average citizen to the politician all the way up to the president.

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Related Topix: Criminal Defense Law, Law

Tue May 21, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Paranormal Corner: Four types of hauntings

In most ghost stories or movies such as the recently released, " Mama " or the classic television show " Casper the Friendly Ghost ," the spirits are what we call "intelligent haunts." These intelligent spirits are aware of us, and often show signs of trying to communicate, whether it be verbally, by moving an item or interacting with paranormal ... (more)

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Related Topix: Supernatural

The Gloucester County Times

Pennsville Town Watch to sponor 'The Refuse to be a Victim Program'

PENNSVILLE TWP. - Pennsville Town Watch & Community Pride is sponsoring "The Refuse to be a Victim Program" on Saturday, May 25, at the Salem County Sportsman's Club on Route 40 in Carneys Point Township.

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Related Topix: Pennsville, NJ, Carneys Point, NJ

The Gloucester County Times

Woodstown Middle School educator named Salem County Teacher of the Year

Don Stech, a Woodstown Middle School 8th grade world history teacher, has been named the Salem County Teacher of the Year, May 20, 2013.

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Related Topix: Woodstown, NJ, Standardized Testing, Education

Mon May 20, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Senior Health Fair planned at Woodstown's Friends Village

A Senior Health Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Fenwick Commons Auditorium.

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Related Topix: Woodstown, NJ, Bridgeton, NJ

The Jersey Journal

Photos of the Day from the South Jersey Times, May 20, 2013

Woodstown Middle School 8th grade world history teacher Don Stech, left, checks a project Noah Crouch is working on during class, May 20, 2013.

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Related Topix: Woodstown, NJ

Sun May 19, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Arts in Bloom tour allows Salem County artists to show off their many talents

"Arts in Bloom" Spring, Studio and Gallery Tour is held throughout Salem County, May 18, 2013.

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Related Topix: Painting, Arts

The Jersey Journal

Pennsville Memorial Day Parade honors members of military who served to keep America free

Pennsville holds annual Memorial Day Parade and wreath laying ceremony, May 18, 2013.

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Related Topix: Pennsville, NJ, Memorial Day, Life, Holidays, US Military, US Marine Corps

Sat May 18, 2013

The Gloucester County Times

Salem County corrections officer beaten in jail by convicted murderer, authorities say

A corrections officer at the Salem County Correctional Facility in Mannington Township was beaten Saturday in a surprise attack by an inmate awaiting sentencing after being convicted of murder, authorities said.

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Related Topix: Prison, Salem, NJ

NJ.com

South Jersey academic gender gap reflects national trend

In the coming weeks, high schools all over South Jersey will honor outstanding students at award ceremonies and commencement programs as the school year draws to a close.

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Related Topix: Cumberland County, NJ, Education Etc., Family, Adolescents and Pre-Teens, Rutgers University, Kids

Fri May 17, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Penns Grove alarm system call tops latest Salem County Firelog

PENNS GROVE - Penns Grove Liberty Fire Co. responded at 11:14 a.m. Thursday to South Broad Street for an alarm system call and remained in service for 10 minutes.

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Related Topix: Penns Grove, NJ, Carneys Point, NJ

The Jersey Journal

Salem County cleared of wrongful death claims filed in 2011 double fatal crash

Bark was stripped from a tree at 381 Quaker Neck Road in Mannington Township by the impact of a car which struck the tree and left two Salem County women dead.

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Related Topix: Salem, NJ

The Jersey Journal

Salem County 'Arts in Bloom' showcasing local artists this weekend

Ronnie Cimprich and Karen Kramer, of Upper Pittsgrove, and Susan Whitehouse, of Pittsgrove, admire oil paintings by Amanda McCutcheon, in Lower Alloways Creek, during the 2012 Salem County Arts in Bloom tour.

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Related Topix: Monroeville, NJ, Alloway, NJ

Thu May 16, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Bullying decision reversed: NJ Ed Commissioner agrees case was 'prank,' not bullying

New Jersey's Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights, enacted two years ago, is regarded as as the nation's toughest.

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Related Topix: Education Etc.

NJ.com

Salem County deli reacts to selling $1 million Powerball ticket

Pennsville resident Billy Biebel purchases a lottery ticket at Rachel's Deli, located on Highland Avenue.

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Related Topix: Lottery, Pennsville, NJ

The Gloucester County Times

Achoo! Seasonal allergies severe in New Jersey due to long winter, quick warm up

Ellen Woolman of Salem said she has the "itchiest eyes ever," while Pennsville 's Dawn Marie Asher said her son Josh's allergies have been "horrible." "I feel so sorry for him," Asher said.

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Related Topix: Salem, NJ, Pennsville, NJ, Cumberland County, NJ

The Jersey Journal

Salem County business women gather for annual 'Celebrating Women in Business' event

Alice Waddington, recipient of the 2013 Crystal Rose Award for Lifetime Achievement, reacts during the Salem County Chamber of Commerce's Celebrating Women in Business event at the Washington Club in Penns Grove, Wednesday evening, May 15, 2013.

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Related Topix: Penns Grove, NJ