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Hammonton First Newsletter shows that downtown benches are unsafe
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We know the benches are sort of an old issue, but public safety is never old. A recent copy of the Hammonton First newsletter stated: DOWNTOWN BENCHES HELP PUBLIC SAFETYBenches Facing Stores Instead of Street Are Safer for AllAll across the country, downtowns are finding that facing benches away fr...
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Solar Power should be part of Hammonton's plans
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A story in the Atlantic City Press of 8/31 shows how Ocean City is tapping into solar energy to save the Town considerable amounts of money. O.C. plans to tap sun for power next year By BRIAN IANIERI Staff Writer, (609) 463-6713 (Published: August 31, 2007) OCEAN CITY - The city received a $1.7 million r...
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NJ Transit Bus Stop Relocated
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In a Town that is doing all it can to attract customers to our downtown area, it seems starnge that we would request NJ Transit to eliminate the downtown bus stop. The bus used to stop right in the center of Town, thereby dropping potential customers for our downtown businesses right by their establish...
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Hammonton School District receives additional funding.
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The Hammonton School District has received good news. They will receive an additional $1,078,940 in funding for this school year. There is no word yet if there are certain ways the district must use this money, but any additional funding is great news for our district. This additional money should g...
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Town of Hammonton Website controlled by Hammonton First
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Did you know that the officials of the Town of Hammonton can not access the Town owned website? We can't even put emergency information on our own website without calling Blackwood, NJ and talking to the only individual who has access to our site. And if he is unavailable, nothing can be posted. Our tow...
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"Unity" Rally a bust
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The Mayor held a "unity" rally at Rocco's Townhouse for all Town employees. Apparently only a small percentage of the employees attended.
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Chat with the Mayor, August 6th, 7pm
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This is a great opportunity for all Hammontonians to be heard on recreational issues or any other issue you would like to discuss with the Mayor. It is imperative that we plan out the next steps Hammonton needs to take. This meeting is a positive step in allowing the voices of the people of Hammonton to b...
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Wildwood Cop can stay on city commission
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Commissioner Gary S. DeMarzo, who is also a city police officer, can keep his jobs, a judge has ruled. The judge ruled that DeMarzo does not have to resign as a police officer, but he found DeMarzo must not vote on issues related to the Police Department, the citys employee contracts and other issues l...
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Clean-Flo seems to be working
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According to a report on MyHammonton.com the second round of tests for the water in the lake came back even better than the first. According to Councilman Vitalo the lake will remain closed for a little longer for continued testing, but it looks as though we are on our way to have a swimmable lake again....
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Channel 13 goes back in time!
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There have been many Town events filmed and shown on Channel 13 over the last year. It has been a positive step forward seeing more and more Town events shown on Channel 13. But this weekend that all changed. For some reason the Channel was showing events from 7 and 10 months ago. Friday and Saturday are l...
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COUNTY begins repaving 3rd today
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We wanted to make sure the credit goes where the credit is due. The COUNTY began the milling and paving work on 3rd Street today. It is being done by the COUNTY, with COUNTY funds, under the direction of Dennis Levinson and the COUNTY freeholder Board. Hopefully no one else tries to take credit for this...
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Misinformation being spread about Ripa defense
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There is a small group of individuals who are intent on spreading false information to the residents of Hammonton concerning the defense launched by Robin Ripa concerning the alledged improper actions by officials of our Town alledged false information by other people. It is their intent to gathe...
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Charges filed against Frank Donio for threats made against Rich Jacobus (update 5/17)
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At the Hammonton Chamber of Commerce awards Dinner held on 5/15, Frank Donio made threats against local "Letter to the Editor" writer, Richard Jacobus. Mr. Donio approached Rich and asked him if he remembered who he was. From there the conversation quickly turned to Mr. Jacobus's lette...
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Hammonton Quits the Atlantic County Mayor's Association
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The Town Clerk of Hammonton has informed the Atlantic County Mayor's Association that Hammonton will not pay this year's dues and is dropping out of this organization. The Secretary announced that this is the first time, to her knowledge, that any municipality has ever dropped out. She also stated...
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It may be time to examine all options for our local rescue squad
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Local papers are reporting cutbacks at our Rescue Squad. It is time for our elected officials to seriously look at all options open to our Town in providing the best service to the people of Hammonton. Click here for Hammonton News story. The current squad may be the best option, but we will never know...
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Hammonton News reports NJM project back on track
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This weeks Hammonton news presents a story that puts the New Jersey Manufacturer's Insurance project is back on track. Click here to read story. The Hammonton Democrats are happy to see this project moving forward and encourage our elected officials to push hard to overcome any future obstacles. P...
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Hammonton Democrats attack Gypsy moth problem
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The Hammonton Democratic Club is surprised and disappointed that our elected officials have done nothing to tackle our serious gypsy moth problem. An emergency session of Town Council should have been called to deal with the massive gypsy moth infestation and health hazard currently gripping Ha...
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Hammonton School District receives additional funding from State
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In the New Jersey budget for this year, the Hammonton School District will receive additional funding to help bring it up to the minimum amount determined neccessary to educate it's students. The State has once again recognized that it has not lived up to its responsiblility in providing aid to our s...
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Discuss tonight's meeting
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Here's a thread to discuss tonight's town council meeting.
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The results are in! UPDATED 6/11
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Results are in The Republican Primary Winners are X Michael Pajic 319 X Dominic Berenato 249 X Michael Torrissi 243 Maria Ricca finished with 233 votes. Today My Hammonton website reports: Maria Ricca has pulled within 5 votes of 3rd place Torrissi after absentee ballots were counted. Wit...
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Robin Ripa files lawsuit - UPDATE 5/21
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It is our understanding that a number of people and organizations were served today with papers concerning a massive lawsuit filed by Robin Ripa over the false accusations concerning the July 4th celebration from two years ago. At the direction of her attorney, Cliff VanSyoc, Robin is not permitte...
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Hammonton First receives Letter of Correction
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At a recent meeting of the State of New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission it was determined to issue a letter of correction to the Hammonton First committee to advise the candidates and their campaign Treasurer that N.J.S.A. 19:44A-16 requires the timely filing of all campaign reports i...
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Hammonton Fire Dept Blood Drive a HUGE success.
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The Hammonton Fire Dept called on our community for support of a fellow firefighter who recently received a heart transplant. A blood drive was set up for this past Friday at Fire House #2. The goal was to collect 60 pints of blood. Hammonton came through like the great community it is and the blood driv...
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Howard Macri receives new heart!!!!
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We have learned that Hammonton Firefighter Howard Macri received a new heart on Saturday night. He is not out of the woods yet, but is holding his own. He is still receiving transfusions and the Hammonton Fire Department is requesting that as many people as possible donate blood. There is a Howard...
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Primary coming up on Tuesday, June 5th
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It's just a few days away until the Primary election on Tuesday, June 5th. It seems people are itching to discuss this election, so here is a thread for that. There is a local race for the Republican nominations for Town Council. The local GOP has placed Michael Pajic, Maria Ricca, Michael Torrissi Jr....
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Council proposes change to assignment to Law & Order Committee
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At the last Council meeting, a motion was made to change the rules as to how Council members are assigned to the Law & Order Committee. Currently any members of council can serve on that committee and either can chair the committee. The changes proposed would have the Mayor designated as the Chair...
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Ripa lawsuit posted
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As promised, here is more information on the recently filed lawsuit. As you review what has happened to Ms. Ripa over the past two years, you'll be shocked and distressed to see how viciously she has been maligned and attacked in what appears to be a concentrated effort to silence her efforts to expose...
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Hammonton First continues Town Hall propaganda
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In the 5/9 Hammonton News the mayor confirmed that the $5.9 million bond is only going to cover the construction of the Town Hall. Below you will see a campaign advertisement showing the promise made to the taxpayers of Hammonton. The "entire" project would come in at this price. It is real...
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Chamber honors local businesses and installs new officers
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On 5/15 at Kerri-Brooke Caterers, the Hammonton Chamber of Commerce held it's annual awards and installation dinner. The new Chamber officers for the next year were installed. Many local businesses were honored for their investments in the Town of Hammonton. Those who expanded, remodeled or sta...
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Hammonton First announces 2007 Candidates
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Ed Wuillermin, Tracy Petrongolo, Jerry Barberio Picture below Pictured from left to right: Mayor John DiDonato, Councilperson Ed Wuillermin (2007 Council Candidate), Tracy Petrongolo (2007 Council Candidate), Jerry Barberio (2007 Council Candidate), Councilperson Christine Massarelli...
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