Story Hour at Assumption Regional Catholic School

Families with children ages 4 and under are welcome to join us Wednesday, May 8^th for a story hour at Assumption Regional Catholic School (10:00 – 11:00am).  This is a free event and is open to families (including grandparents) who would like to bring their child/children for a story, activity, and play hour.  Space is limited…To RSVP please call (609) 652-7134 or email cflammer@acrsgalloway.org.

Assumption Regional Catholic School Mission: To CREATE, INSPIRE and NURTURE an environment that embraces GOSPEL VALUES and meets the academic needs of each student for the growth of our school community.

UPDATED: Galloway Township Police Lieutenant Promoted to Captain

Galloway Township promoted a Lieutenant to Police Captain yesterday in a private ceremony held at the Municipal Complex, sources said. Lieutenant Christopher Doyle was promoted to Captain and sworn in by Township Clerk TC Kay.

Kay released the Oath of Office after an Open Public Records Requests was filed by GallowayTwpNews.com. The Oath was administered by Kay and executed by Doyle on April 24, 2013. Doyle took the Oath to serve in the capacity as Captain of the Police Department.  

Doyle joins Allan Kane who already serves as Captain for the Police Department. Doyle was the last remaining Lieutenant in the Administration after the Police Department lost multiple officers on December 31, 2012 due to retirement.

It has been since 2011 since the Township officially had two Captains, both of which retired after receiving a payout from the Township of $30,000 each in a deal elected officials said was arranged without their knowledge, according to online Press reports. 

Doyle is listed on the Township's Master Payroll as making a salary of $114,953.00, as a Lieutenant. According to PBA contract, as of April 1, 2013, Doyle was listed as making $117,252. Doyle's salary as Captain was requested but not released by Township Clerk TC Kay. We have requested a follow-up to that inquiry. 

According to Captain Kane's employment contract, Kane is listed as making a salary of $126,987.00 for 2013. As the Chief of Police Patrick Moran and Captain Allan Kane have their own employment contracts, we assume Doyle will also have a contract negotiated and voted upon by the Governing Body which will list his terms and conditions including salary.

Township Council has stated over the past month that Public Safety is a priority and the Township is looking to increase their Police force. A request Chief Moran has been stating for some time. 

Doyle Oath of Office by GallowayTwpNews

Galloway Council Unanimously Adopts 2013 Budget; Galloway Patch

Read More Via: Galloway Patch

As reported on Galloway Patch, the newly adopted Municipal Budget is just over $24 Million Dollars with a local tax increase of 2.93 cents.

Family Service Association Rededicates FSA East Building For Client Services

Galloway Township, NJ – Family Service Association held a rededication and unveiling ceremony of its FSA EAST building for client services on April 23, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in Galloway Township, NJ. The 19,000 square-foot building is newly renovated and can be toured immediately following the rededication ceremony. Both the rededication ceremony and guided tours were open to the public. At the conclusion of the tours, a reception was held in the FSA EAST building for client services. 

“FSA EAST building for client services has been under renovation since March 2012, with the help of the State Department of Human Services,” said Family Service Association President, Cindy Herdman Ivins. “The State of New Jersey and its Department of Human Services invested half of the $750,000 needed to renovate this facility. It will house the Family Life Center, First Day program, and Outpatient Department, Safe Harbor Program, and Partial Care programs for children and adults; along with any programs that strengthen a parent’s ability to care for their children.”

Located near W.L. Goodfellows and Co. Restaurant, FSA EAST consists of a new reception area that serves as a focal point of the facility. The building is a new light in New Jersey’s path to Hope and Healing since the occurrence of Super Storm Sandy.

The striking new design of the building’s exterior conveys hope, healing, and recovery for all who enter. The strength of Family Service Association’s reputation is displayed on the outside with a serenity fountain. A friendly and warm interior awaits children and families who need our help. This building has supported the growth of families for several decades. Cindy Herdman Ivins president of Family Service Association noted, “These ‘improvements’ will allow exciting new program activities on the Galloway campus. The FSA EAST will now have the exposure it deserves while attracting families and new clients to FSA programs.” 

President Herdman Ivins went on to say, “Family Service has established a rich reputation of Strengthening Individuals and Families with the partnership of state and local government. The close relationship with the Department Of Human Services and Atlantic County officials adds an invaluable resource that will greatly benefit South Jersey residents.”

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Contributors to the building project to date include: Department of Human Services, Bank of America, Atlantic City Electric, and Kaboom! Inc.

FSA EAST building for client services campus is located at 312 East White Horse Pike, Galloway Township, New Jersey. For additional information regarding the FSA EAST Rededication Ceremony and related activities, please call 609-569-0239/1153 and ask for Michelle Thomas.

Press Release provided by FSA.

Galloway Police Blotter April 7 - 13, 2013

BURGLARIES:            

4/9 S. Cape May Ave                 

4/13 Sylvan Ave

STATS:

CFS         1005         MVA's        16                    

DVs         10             EMS           88                                 

Tickets      90            Arrests        42

Fire            13           DWI             3 

ARRESTS:

4/7 Karla M, Morris, 37, of Galloway, was arrested by Ofc. William Kline for DWI, following a single vehicle accident.

4/8 Xzavier Lanten, 20, of Egg Harbor, was arrested by Ofc. Scott Winneberger for hindering arrest.

4/8 Michael Dambra, 25, of Egg Harbor, was arrested by Ofc. Patrick Neal for possession of CDS and possession of CDS paraphernalia.

4/9 Alexander S. Collarin, 36, of Blackwood, was arrested by Ofc. Vincent Ceci possession of CDS and possession of a weapon (club).

4/9 Bilal Salaam, 20 of Galloway, was arrested by Oft. Patrick Neal for theft, resisting arrest and eluding. 

4/10 Santina C. Robbinson, 24, of Galloway, was arrested by Det. Ro Latoracca for receiving stolen property.

4/10 John P. Mooney, 49, of Galloway, was arrested by Det. Ryan Goehinger for endangering the welfare of a child.

4/11 Suzanne Wray-Cathey, 54, of Galloway, was arrested by Ofc. Kerry Baerman for DWI.  

4/12 Shaun M. Jacoby, 21, of Egg Harbor Twp. was arrested by Ofc. Scott Winneberger for hindering arrest.

4/13 Anthonee Watford-Williams, 19, of Galloway was arrested by Ofc. Steven Garrison for possession of CDS with intent to distribute, possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and possession of CDS paraphernalia.

4/12 Albert S. Galimidi, 22, of Freehold was arrested by  Ofc. Dan Weigel for DWI.

4/13 Anthony Collins, 37, of Franklinville was arrested by Ofc. John Mooney for hindering apprehension.

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

Atlantic City Police Officer Cleared in Fatal Shooting of 18-Year-Old; Galloway Patch

Derreck Mack was shot and killed following a foot chase in December.

Via Galloway Patch

Press Release: Statement from Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Jim McClain regarding the investigation into the officer-involved fatal shooting of an 18-year-old Atlantic City man

Click Here for Prosecutors Press Release