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CRASH LEAVES A VINELAND MAN DEAD

An accident took place in Vineland that cost one man his life. Ronald Segers, of Vineland, died from the Sunday morning accident at East Chestnut Ave. and South Spring Rd. Matthew Parker, of Millville, was charged with driving under a suspended license. He was placed in the Cumberland County Jail. An investigation is on-going and more charges are possible.

NO JACKPOT WINNERS IN LAST WEEK'S LOTTERY DRAWINGS

The two major multi-state lotteries will see significant increases in their jackpots, after no one won on Friday and Saturday. The Friday drawing for the Mega Millions and Saturday Powerball netted no winners. The new Mega Millions jackpot is at $105 million, while Powerball has increase to $175 million. The two drawings will be held on Tuesday (Mega Millions) and Wednesday (Powerball).

REPORT: STATE BUDGET PROPOSAL WOULD SEE SOME FEDERAL DOLLARS LOST

A new report by the Star-Ledger shows that state stands to lose many millions in federal dollars based on Gov. Chris Christie's budget proposal. The paper says that the among the loses would be a federal program that provides dollars for Homeland Security based on how much the state puts in. Also, around $90 million would go away towards making homes more energy efficient. Finally, the state has removed its chance to get money for family-planning services based on the proposed cuts. Other cuts are being seen in after-school programs and libraries, according to the report.

UEZ PUBLIC HEARING TODAY ON POTENTIAL OF STATE HOLDING DOLLARS

A public hearing will be held today on the proposal of the state holding all of the Urban Enterprise Zone funds. State Senator Jeff Van Drew will chair this meeting as the chairman of the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. Senator Van Drew said the panel will also assess the impact of Governor Christie's budget proposal, which redirects to the state millions of dollars in sales tax proceeds generated in designated urban areas and previously reinvested in those communities. The governor's proposed budget redirects $91 million to state coffers. The Urban Enterprise Zone Program was enacted in 1983 to stimulate economic growth in urban communities. The program has grown from its initial 10 zones, to 32 zones operating in 37 municipalities. The program offers a number of incentives to facilitate economic development, including permitting businesses to charge half the sales tax rate on purchases. Sales tax revenue generated was historically dedicated for use in those zones.

FORMER CONGRESSMAN BOB FRANKS, 58

Former New Jersey Congressman Bob Franks passed away Friday night at the age of 58. Franks had a form of aggressive cancer, and died at a New York City cancer hospital on Friday evening. Franks represented the 7th District in Washington for the state of New Jersey, and he is widely credited for leading the republican party back to prominence in the state following the election of Jim Florio as governor. Governor Chris Christie called Franks "an American patriot".

NJ AMERICAN WATER COMPANY PROPOSED HUGE RATE HIKE

If you are a customer of the New Jersey American Water Company, you may have to pay a lot more for the water service you enjoy. The company has submitted a rate hike request to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities that amounts to a 13.6 percent increase for the average residential customer. About 2.5 million customers of the water company are in South Jersey, including some in Cape May County, including Avalon. The last rate hike for the utility was in December, 2008.

TEACHERS PROTEST AT LOBIONDO FUNDRAISER

New Jersey Congressman Frank LoBiondo held a fundraiser Friday night, but the real noise was made outside as dozens of teachers showed up to oppose Governor Chris Christie's proposed cuts to public education. Christie appeared at the LoBiondo fundraiser, and the teachers showed up outside of the Mays Landing Country Club to show their displeasure with Christie's proposed cuts. Teachers around the state say the cuts could compromise education standards, and result in them losing their jobs.

THORNTON, SHEPPARD TO FILE ON MONDAY

Two republicans who are seeking nominations for seats on the Cape May County freeholder board will turn in their nominating petitions Monday morning. Jerry Thornton and Sue Sheppard will be at the county clerk's office Monday at 11:30am to turn in their petitions. They will run in the republican primary against Ralph Bakley and John McCann. This is expected to be a very contentious election, and has split the local republican party in Cape May County.

WILL ANY DEMOCRATS RUN IN LOWER TOWNSHIP?

Monday at 4pm..that's the filing deadline for municipal candidates to turn in their petitions to run for elected office this year. In Lower Township, council seats are up for grabs but no candidates had expressed interest in running. The only democrat elected in Lower Township, Wayne Mazurek, announced he would not seek re-election to his council seat.

WILDWOOD COMPLETES BOARDWALK PROJECT

Wildwood city officials gathered Friday on the resort's boardwalk to officially announce the completion of a major boardwalk reconstruction project. The city has wrapped up a redecking of the boardwalk between Cedar and Oak Avenues. Former Wildwood mayor Ernie Troiano was credited with getting this project underway. The three current Wildwood city commissioners joined State Senator Jeff Van Drew for a ribbon cutting event on the boardwalk.

VAN DREW TAKES TO SUPERMARKET LISTENING TOUR

Senator Jeff Van Drew, a member of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, announced today that he will embark on a district-wide listening tour on the proposed FY 2011 state budget later this month to hear from real people about their concerns.

The senator will travel to supermarkets across the 1st Legislative District to speak with residents about Governor Christie’s proposed spending plan. His announcement comes at the start of the budget review process by members of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, who began hearing from state department heads in Trenton this week.

“This is a painful budget that will affect real people across South Jersey, and I want to hear from them,” said Senator Van Drew (D-Cape May/Atlantic/Cumberland). “Their input will be taken back to Trenton to be part of the process as we assess the full impact of the governor’s plan and consider alternatives.”

The senator will also open the discussion to any issue on the minds of his constituents in Cape May, Cumberland and Atlantic counties.

“Whether residents want to voice concerns or provide suggestions for how we can do better in Trenton, I’m willing to listen,” said Senator Van Drew.

First District Assemblymen Nelson Albano and Matt Milam (D-Cumberland/Cape May/Atlantic) will be present at some locations for constituents to speak with as well.

Below are the scheduled stops:

Date Time Location

April 30 4pm-6pm Millville Shoprite, Route 47


May 1 1pm-3pm Vineland Shoprite, Lincoln and Landis


May 3 4:30pm-6:30pm Marmora Shoprite, Roosevelt Boulevard


May 7 6pm-8pm Seaville Acme, Route 9


May 15 5pm-7pm Somers Point Shoprite, Bethel Road


May 18 6pm-8pm CMCH Super Fresh, Courthouse-Dennisville Road


May 20 4pm-6pm Rio Grande Shoprite, Route 47


May 23 4pm-6pm Somers Point Acme, New Road


May 27 3pm-5pm North Cape May Acme, Bayshore Road

WILDWOOD MAYORS TO PRESENT STATE OF THE CITIES

Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce will host the Annual "State of the Cities Address" at the April Membership Lunch Meeting. Schedule to speak at this event are Mayor Groon of Wildwood Crest, Mayor Henfey of North Wildwood, Mayor Frederick of West Wildwood and Depending on a scheduling conflict Mayor DeMarzo or Deputy Mayor Al Brannen of Wildwood.

The luncheon will take place Wednesday, April 14th at La Piazza Cucina, located at 4600 Pacific Avenue in Wildwood. The meeting will start at
11:30 am with networking.

MIDDLE POLICE ARREST MAN FOR THREATENING EX-GIRLFRIEND

A man was arrested for brandishing a weapon during an argument with his ex-girlfriend. Investigation revealed Bryan Williams went to a home on Cochran street, after having an argument with his ex-girlfriend on the phone. While at the home the argument became physical. Williams was charged with aggravated assault and two weapons possession charges. He was placed in Cape May County Correctional Center on $100,000 Bail.

AHLOA MEETING IN AVALON ON SATURDAY

A community updated will take place in Avalon this Saturday. The Avalon Home and Land Owners Association will be holding at meeting at Community Hall, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Three speakers will provide an update to the community. Borough Engineer Tom Thorton, Dr. Brian Reynolds, of the Environmental Commission, and the Chairman of the Avalon Green Team, Jim Collins, will all make presentations.