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(Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2008) HAMMONTON - Three political parties received permission Monday night to hold a televised debate in Town Hall, but a council-imposed condition disrupted their tenuous cease-fire. The council voted 7-0 to reserve its meeting room, which holds 190 people...

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The Hammonton Democrats wanted to express their excitement about the recent willingness that our opponents have shown in having a debate among the candidates. A debate would allow the citizens to truly understand the differences among the candidates and determine who will best serve the Town. I...

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William B. Kessler Memorial Hospital in Hammonton had the lowest overall score in the state for surgical care while AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's City and Mainland campuses both placed in the top 10 percent on three of four criteria among New Jersey hospitals, according to a report releas...

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For several years, the Hammonton Democrats have warned of a lack of financial oversight by the Town Council. The Hammonton Democrats emphasized the importance of having the right process in place rather than rush to get things done. We were accused of holding up progress and of being negative. How...

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Below is a Press Release from the Hammonton First website: HAMMONTON FIRSTPress Release Hammonton First Calls For Debate at Town HallHAMMONTON The threeHammonton First candidates for Town Council are calling for a live, televised, unedited debate at the new Town Hall. Sam Rodio, Jeanne Lewis...

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A letter to the editor from Dr. Thomas Santone appeared in both local papers this week, however, there were major differences in the contents of the letters. The Hammonton News: Democrats would provide checks and balances To the editor: I recently saw a discussion among Town Council about re-pavin...

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To the editor: I recently saw a discussion among Town Council about re-paving Fourth Street. As I watched this meeting, I remembered that this year in the campaign the Hammonton Democrats have emphasized the need to fix Fourth Street. Was I watching a coincidence, an irony or an actual cause-and-ef...

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There used to be this commercial on TV by Archers Daniels Midland. The catch phrase of the commercial was, We dont make the product, we make it better. This is the philosophy of me and my running mates for Town Council, Anthony Falcone and Jim MacLane. We love Hammonton and we think it is a great town. As...

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Last Wednesday, as the President of the Hammonton Democratic Club, I had the opportunity to participate in an on-line debate with high-ranking representatives of the other two parties. I would like to thank Tom Ricca for hosting the debate. Tom does a great public service for the people of Hammont...

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Today's Hammonton News included a front page story about some of the problems with the New Town Hall. Article published Aug 13, 2008 Town Hall sally port at center of dispute By BEN MERITT Staff Writer HAMMONTON -- The sally port at the new Hammonton Town hall will get a test run this week to see if emerge...

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Local website Hammonton TV held an interview with leaders from all three Hammonton Political Parties. Click here to view the interview and then be sure to come back here to discuss on Hammonton Blue Blog. -- Edited by Admin at 23:05, 2008-08-07

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In an article in the 7/26 Atlantic City Press, Stockton College is spending $2 million dollars to expand it's real estate holdings. In a Press Release from the President's office, the college is currently in the middle of numerous construction projects. The following is a summary of some of the addi...

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The three entities involved in the recent proposal to bring a Stockton satellite campus to Hammonton are working to hold a joint meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public and the members of these three groups of the proposal. An email was sent to the Board of Education from Mayor DiDo...

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We would like to commend the Hammonton Board of Education for continuing the trend started by the previous Board of limiting the buyouts at the end of district contracts. Anyone who follows the news has heard of the recent buyout of a retiring superintendent in Keansburg, NJ who received a buyout for...

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AND IT'S NOT DONE YET!!!! The Vine has received a copy of expenditures attributed to the construction of the new town hall. Click here to see the breakdown. The report shows that the total spending reported so far is $6.5 million dollars and there are more bills to pay, including the site work and cons...

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The Hammonton Democratic Club has issued its position on the question of Stockton coming to Hammonton. Sam Mento, President of the Hammonton Democrats, stated,The Hammonton Democrats take their role of recommending policy to local government seriously. The issue of bringing Stockton to Hamm...

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This years Democratic Ticket showed a strong presence at the Red, White and Blueberry Festival. David Kurkowski, Alisa Cooper and Jim Schroeder joined local Council Candidates Anthony Falcone, Jim MacLane and Michael Perrotta at the festival. Kurkowski is the Democratic Candidate for the 2nd...

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Article published Jun 18, 2008 Hammonton News The Hammonton Democratic Club announced at its club meeting on June 10 the three winners of the club-sponsored raffle held recently at the St. Anthony's of Padua Church barbecue. The winners were Kyle Cantz, Penny Nicola and Francine Putney. Each winn...

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The Hammonton Democratic Club has announced the formation of seven non-partisan Community Policy Committees. These committees are intended to formulate policies based on the ideas of citizens. In discussing the purpose of the policy committees, Club President Sam Mento stated, This is majo...

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Local Democratic club member Joe Ingemi was published in the 6/24/08 edition of The Hill. The Hill is known among those who influence policy as a "must read" in print and online. It signals the important issues of the moment. In an environment filled with political agendas, The Hill stand...

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The Hammonton Democratic Party has announced that Russ Rodjinske will not be running as a Democratic candidate for Town Council. Club President Sam Mento said: Due to the death of his sister and the subsequent need to care for his elderly mother, Russ (Rodjinske) will be unable to be a candidate on...

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Freedom of Speech is a cherished liberty embedded in our First Amendment. It is the obligation of every candidate and official to not just protect this right but also to promote it. However, we also must encourage citizens to exercise this right with discretion. Therefore, on behalf of Hammonton...

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At a meeting held this past Sunday evening, Hammonton First announced the following candidates for Town Council: Sam Rodio Jeanne Sparacino-Lewis Tom Gribbon -- Edited by Admin at 20:22, 2008-06-04

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As many of this papers readers know, the Hammonton Democrats have honored me with a place on their 2008 ticket. I wanted take this opportunity to discuss why I want to be part of the Promise of the Future as our ticket has been so aptly named. Over the past several weeks, Russ Rodjinske and Jim MacLane s...

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Unity, experience and commitment were on display as the Hammonton Democrats officially unveiled their 2008 Promise of the Future campaign last Wednesday at the Womens Civic Club. The Hammonton Democratic Party hosted a Wine and Cheese Reception to provide the public the opportunity the meet th...

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I spoke at the most recent Town Council Meeting about the need to make the Airport Committee a permanent committee. As a Democratic Candidate for Council, I thought I would elaborate on why the Hammonton Democrats feel this action is vital and have made it part of the 2008 Promise of the Future Platfo...

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I wanted to take this opportunity to talk about my candidacy for Town Council. First, of all I want tell my wife and four children how much I appreciate their love and sacrifice as I re-enter the arena of public service. I also I want tell my running mates, Russ Rodjinske and Michael Perrotta, how hono...

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After a discussion in closed session, Hammonton Town Council voted to suspend the Superintendent of Highways, Lance Schiernbeck. Alledgedly Mr. Schiernbeck made some purchases for the Town without first receiving a purchase order from the Clerk's office. As this story unfolds it will be intere...

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As many of your readers know, the Hammonton Democratic Club has chosen me to be a part of their 2008 Campaign Team. I truly am truly grateful for this opportunity to be a candidate for Town Council. I also am excited to run with such dedicated individuals as my team mates, Michael Perrotta and Jim MacLa...

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Hammonton- The Hammonton Democratic Club has released the following statement: For Hammonton to fulfill the Promise of the Future, we must restore open government to the town, exercise fiscal responsibility and practice consistent management principles. Russ Rodjinske, Michael Perrotta...

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	Hammonton schedules debate; details disputed (Preview) (Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2008) HAMMONTON - Three political parties received permission Monday night to hold a televised debate in Town Hall, but a council-imposed condition disrupted their tenuous cease-fire. The council voted 7-0 to reserve its meeting room, which holds 190 people...	35	1911	11:47 PM Oct 14, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Democrats Unveil Plans for a Real Debate (Preview) The Hammonton Democrats wanted to express their excitement about the recent willingness that our opponents have shown in having a debate among the candidates. A debate would allow the citizens to truly understand the differences among the candidates and determine who will best serve the Town. I...	44	1138	05:40 PM Oct 9, 2008 by Anonymous
	Kessler Memorial Hospital's surgical care worst in state, report says (Preview) William B. Kessler Memorial Hospital in Hammonton had the lowest overall score in the state for surgical care while AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's City and Mainland campuses both placed in the top 10 percent on three of four criteria among New Jersey hospitals, according to a report releas...	20	704	10:48 AM Oct 5, 2008 by Anonymous
	Town audit shows problems (Preview) For several years, the Hammonton Democrats have warned of a lack of financial oversight by the Town Council. The Hammonton Democrats emphasized the importance of having the right process in place rather than rush to get things done. We were accused of holding up progress and of being negative. How...	0	351	04:37 PM Sep 9, 2008 by Admin
	Hammonton Democratic Response to the Debate Offer (Preview) Below is a Press Release from the Hammonton First website: HAMMONTON FIRSTPress Release Hammonton First Calls For Debate at Town HallHAMMONTON The threeHammonton First candidates for Town Council are calling for a live, televised, unedited debate at the new Town Hall. Sam Rodio, Jeanne Lewis...	2	488	07:59 PM Sep 8, 2008 by Anonymous
	Local Paper shows it's bias. (Preview) A letter to the editor from Dr. Thomas Santone appeared in both local papers this week, however, there were major differences in the contents of the letters. The Hammonton News: Democrats would provide checks and balances To the editor: I recently saw a discussion among Town Council about re-pavin...	2	508	08:45 PM Sep 7, 2008 by Anonymous
	Democrats would provide checks and balances (Preview) To the editor: I recently saw a discussion among Town Council about re-paving Fourth Street. As I watched this meeting, I remembered that this year in the campaign the Hammonton Democrats have emphasized the need to fix Fourth Street. Was I watching a coincidence, an irony or an actual cause-and-ef...	2	386	07:26 PM Sep 4, 2008 by Admin
	Message from Town Council Candidate Michael Perrotta…. (Preview) There used to be this commercial on TV by Archers Daniels Midland. The catch phrase of the commercial was, We dont make the product, we make it better. This is the philosophy of me and my running mates for Town Council, Anthony Falcone and Jim MacLane. We love Hammonton and we think it is a great town. As...	0	424	07:13 PM Sep 4, 2008 by Admin
	Message from Hammonton Democratic Club President (Preview) Last Wednesday, as the President of the Hammonton Democratic Club, I had the opportunity to participate in an on-line debate with high-ranking representatives of the other two parties. I would like to thank Tom Ricca for hosting the debate. Tom does a great public service for the people of Hammont...	14	714	10:15 PM Sep 3, 2008 by Anonymous
	Apparently the rumors about town hall are true (Preview) Today's Hammonton News included a front page story about some of the problems with the New Town Hall. Article published Aug 13, 2008 Town Hall sally port at center of dispute By BEN MERITT Staff Writer HAMMONTON -- The sally port at the new Hammonton Town hall will get a test run this week to see if emerge...	62	941	03:45 PM Aug 31, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton TV holds interview with Political Party Leaders (Preview) Local website Hammonton TV held an interview with leaders from all three Hammonton Political Parties. Click here to view the interview and then be sure to come back here to discuss on Hammonton Blue Blog. -- Edited by Admin at 23:05, 2008-08-07	21	684	07:33 AM Aug 20, 2008 by Anonymous
	Stockton spending plenty of money elsewhere, but current proposal gives them a free ride in Hammonton. (Preview) In an article in the 7/26 Atlantic City Press, Stockton College is spending $2 million dollars to expand it's real estate holdings. In a Press Release from the President's office, the college is currently in the middle of numerous construction projects. The following is a summary of some of the addi...	29	808	05:01 PM Aug 13, 2008 by Anonymous
	Town Council, School Board and Stockton to hold a joint meeting (Preview) The three entities involved in the recent proposal to bring a Stockton satellite campus to Hammonton are working to hold a joint meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public and the members of these three groups of the proposal. An email was sent to the Board of Education from Mayor DiDo...	18	562	01:50 PM Aug 13, 2008 by Anonymous
	Board of Education approves two contracts for administrators. (Preview) We would like to commend the Hammonton Board of Education for continuing the trend started by the previous Board of limiting the buyouts at the end of district contracts. Anyone who follows the news has heard of the recent buyout of a retiring superintendent in Keansburg, NJ who received a buyout for...	8	788	02:35 AM Aug 12, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Town Hall project already over budget (Preview) AND IT'S NOT DONE YET!!!! The Vine has received a copy of expenditures attributed to the construction of the new town hall. Click here to see the breakdown. The report shows that the total spending reported so far is $6.5 million dollars and there are more bills to pay, including the site work and cons...	6	658	08:54 PM Jul 30, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Democrats Back Cost-Effective Stockton Compromise (Preview) The Hammonton Democratic Club has issued its position on the question of Stockton coming to Hammonton. Sam Mento, President of the Hammonton Democrats, stated,The Hammonton Democrats take their role of recommending policy to local government seriously. The issue of bringing Stockton to Hamm...	16	693	01:41 AM Jul 20, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Democrats Welcome Congressional and Freeholder Candidates to the Red, White and Blueberry Festival (Preview) This years Democratic Ticket showed a strong presence at the Red, White and Blueberry Festival. David Kurkowski, Alisa Cooper and Jim Schroeder joined local Council Candidates Anthony Falcone, Jim MacLane and Michael Perrotta at the festival. Kurkowski is the Democratic Candidate for the 2nd...	21	677	09:36 AM Jul 17, 2008 by Anonymous
	Democrats award prizes; reveal plans for town (Preview) Article published Jun 18, 2008 Hammonton News The Hammonton Democratic Club announced at its club meeting on June 10 the three winners of the club-sponsored raffle held recently at the St. Anthony's of Padua Church barbecue. The winners were Kyle Cantz, Penny Nicola and Francine Putney. Each winn...	22	643	08:49 PM Jul 3, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Democrats Rise Above Party Politics; Commit to Citizen-based Policy (Preview) The Hammonton Democratic Club has announced the formation of seven non-partisan Community Policy Committees. These committees are intended to formulate policies based on the ideas of citizens. In discussing the purpose of the policy committees, Club President Sam Mento stated, This is majo...	5	554	02:10 PM Jul 3, 2008 by Anonymous
	Local Democratic club member published in "The Hill" (Preview) Local Democratic club member Joe Ingemi was published in the 6/24/08 edition of The Hill. The Hill is known among those who influence policy as a "must read" in print and online. It signals the important issues of the moment. In an environment filled with political agendas, The Hill stand...	1	434	10:28 PM Jun 25, 2008 by Anonymous
	Anthony Falcone joins Democratic Ticket (Preview) The Hammonton Democratic Party has announced that Russ Rodjinske will not be running as a Democratic candidate for Town Council. Club President Sam Mento said: Due to the death of his sister and the subsequent need to care for his elderly mother, Russ (Rodjinske) will be unable to be a candidate on...	40	1008	07:44 AM Jun 25, 2008 by Anonymous
	The Importance of a Civil Debate (Preview) Freedom of Speech is a cherished liberty embedded in our First Amendment. It is the obligation of every candidate and official to not just protect this right but also to promote it. However, we also must encourage citizens to exercise this right with discretion. Therefore, on behalf of Hammonton...	7	682	11:42 PM Jun 24, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton First announces their candidates for Town council (Preview) At a meeting held this past Sunday evening, Hammonton First announced the following candidates for Town Council: Sam Rodio Jeanne Sparacino-Lewis Tom Gribbon -- Edited by Admin at 20:22, 2008-06-04	25	716	10:11 PM Jun 23, 2008 by Anonymous
	Letter from Democratic Candidate Mike Perrotta (Preview) As many of this papers readers know, the Hammonton Democrats have honored me with a place on their 2008 ticket. I wanted take this opportunity to discuss why I want to be part of the Promise of the Future as our ticket has been so aptly named. Over the past several weeks, Russ Rodjinske and Jim MacLane s...	16	755	08:19 AM Jun 17, 2008 by Anonymous
	Hammonton Democrats host "Meet the Candidates" wine and cheese event. (Preview) Unity, experience and commitment were on display as the Hammonton Democrats officially unveiled their 2008 Promise of the Future campaign last Wednesday at the Womens Civic Club. The Hammonton Democratic Party hosted a Wine and Cheese Reception to provide the public the opportunity the meet th...	29	1240	08:10 AM Jun 17, 2008 by Anonymous
	Council candidate Jim Mac Lane addresses council and writes Letter to the Editor concerning Hammonton Airport (Preview) I spoke at the most recent Town Council Meeting about the need to make the Airport Committee a permanent committee. As a Democratic Candidate for Council, I thought I would elaborate on why the Hammonton Democrats feel this action is vital and have made it part of the 2008 Promise of the Future Platfo...	3	996	10:14 AM Jun 2, 2008 by Anonymous
	Letter from Democratic Candidate Jim Mac Lane (Preview) I wanted to take this opportunity to talk about my candidacy for Town Council. First, of all I want tell my wife and four children how much I appreciate their love and sacrifice as I re-enter the arena of public service. I also I want tell my running mates, Russ Rodjinske and Michael Perrotta, how hono...	18	1093	11:15 AM May 18, 2008 by Anonymous
	Town Council Suspends Lance Schiernbeck (Preview) After a discussion in closed session, Hammonton Town Council voted to suspend the Superintendent of Highways, Lance Schiernbeck. Alledgedly Mr. Schiernbeck made some purchases for the Town without first receiving a purchase order from the Clerk's office. As this story unfolds it will be intere...	72	1768	12:00 AM May 10, 2008 by Anonymous
	Letter from Democratic candidate Russ Rodjinske (Preview) As many of your readers know, the Hammonton Democratic Club has chosen me to be a part of their 2008 Campaign Team. I truly am truly grateful for this opportunity to be a candidate for Town Council. I also am excited to run with such dedicated individuals as my team mates, Michael Perrotta and Jim MacLa...	34	854	12:36 PM May 1, 2008 by Anonymous
	Democratic "Wine and Cheese" Reception Features Guest Speaker (Preview) Hammonton- The Hammonton Democratic Club has released the following statement: For Hammonton to fulfill the Promise of the Future, we must restore open government to the town, exercise fiscal responsibility and practice consistent management principles. Russ Rodjinske, Michael Perrotta...	3	534	01:35 PM Apr 28, 2008 by Anonymous
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