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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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Discuss tonight's Council meeting.
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Here's a thread for all to discuss the happennings at tonight's(5/21) council meeting.
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Hammonton student left on bus
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This is obviously not a political issue, however we felt the people of Hammonton would need a place to discuss and vent. Here it is. Read the story in the Hammonton News
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Lake opening to be delayed(update 5/15)
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Now this story is a real shock, isn't it? Is anyone surprised that there are more delays in cleaning up the Hammonton Lake? Read the story in the Hammonton News New developments in the 5/12 Hammonton News -- Edited by Admin at 18:04, 2007-05-16
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Hammonton First misleads public on Town Hall costs
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In the 5/2 edition of the Hammonton News, the Mayor and his brother, Project Building Committee Chairman Steve DiDonato, both state that the building project will come in on budget. Read information by clicking here. Then come back here to discuss on the blog. -- Edited by Admin at 18:29, 2007-05-02...
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Are they above the law?
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In the April 25th edition of the Gazette it is reported that Town Council went into closed session to discuss several issues. The Gazette reported: After the closed session portion of the meeting, the council took several actions, according to town clerk Susanne Oddo. The council introduced an ord...
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The Mayor and Councilman Colasurdo are costing the taxpayers over $36,400.
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Some of the bills for the Chief's hearing have come in. So far the bills from the hearing judge and the two attorney's totals $36,400. We still don't know the added costs caused by having the secretary's from the clerks office in the court room keeping court records, the additional cost for having them...
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Hammonton First "open call" for candidates
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HAMMONTON FIRST DRAWS OVER 300 PEOPLE, MANY VOLUNTEER TO RUN FOR COUNCIL OK, now that we have the Gazette headline out of the way let's get down to the truth. About 35 people attended the "open call" for candidates last night with the majority being the close knit circle of officers and thei...
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Discuss 4/23 Council meeting
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Use this thread to discuss your feelings on the Council meeting. -- Edited by Admin at 21:51, 2007-04-23
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Hammonton Lake Park Track to be closed
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According to the agenda of the upcoming Town Council meeting scheduled for 4/23, in order to provide improvements to parking and various other projects at the park, the track will be closed to the public. Here is the item from the agenda: 14. Hammonton LakePark (11-90028): Our of...
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School election results
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RESULTS FROM SCHOOL ELECTIONS JOHN LYONS 841 BARBARA BERENATO 826 ROBERT BAUERS 825 JOSEPH BRUNO 465 TOM COSTA 375 BUDGET YES 758 NO 410 VOTER TURNOUT 15.3...
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Ethics charges dismissed against BOE President
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The ethics charges filed by Tom Costa against Loretta Rehmann have all been dismissed. The case was heard today in Cranbury, NJ by the School Ethics Commission. Normally cases are heard by the commission and decisions are rendered at a later time in writing to both parties, but apparently the argume...
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