The Hammonton Gazette 02/18/15 Edition | Page 2

New owner at Lil’ Buddy’s on Second Street NASCAR 2015 preview, just The Oscars are on Feb. 22, in time for Daytona 500 read our preview ACCIDENT INJURES 5 p. 9 p. 15-19 p. 35 Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Volume 19 • Issue 7 by Gabe Donio GAZETTE STAFF WRITER HAMMONTON—Five people were injured in a motor vehicle accident at 6:50 p.m. on February 12, Hammonton Police Captain www.hammontongazette.com Police, Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office investigating Nick Salvatore said. The accident, which occurred at the intersection of the White Horse Pike (Route 30) and Moss Mill Road, is under investigation, Salvatore said. Sabrina Alicea, 20, of Egg Harbor City was traveling eastbound driving a black 2009 Ford Focus and was attempting to make a left turn from Route 30 onto Moss Mill Road, Salvatore said. “When she tried to make that turn she struck a vehicle traveling westbound on Route 30. That vehicle was driven by Lisa Curcio, 52, of Hammonton. It was a black 2000 Dodge Durango,” Salvatore said. There were multiple injuries to School board hears Triboletti wins Mr. Hammonton about PARCC test by Brittany Mauro GAZETTE STAFF WRITER On February 12, The Hammonton Board of Education along with New Jersey State Board of Education Vice President Joseph Fisicaro, met for its monthly meeting and discussed the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for Col- See POLICE, Page 12 lege and Careers (PARCC) exam. Fisicaro has been the vice president of the state board of education since 2013. The board welcomed Fisicaro who said he is impressed with how much the school district has accomplished with less funds than other districts. The PARCC exam evaluates Casciano, Bagel Cafe are downtown draws by Paul J. Macrie IV GAZETTE STAFF WRITER HAMMONTON—During Third Thursdays, downtown Hammonton has been an essential location to gather for activities offered, depending on the theme of that particular month. The Richard See BOARD Page 12 Stockton College of New Jersey’s Kramer Hall and Casciano Coffee Bar and Sweetery are two of the popular spots during these events. In particular, Casciano has given artists an opportunity to display their work and allow musicians to perform. It isn’t just the music and Board of ed. has visitor from state See CASCIANO, Page 10 THG/MarySusan Hoffman. To purchase photos in The Gazette, call (609) 704-1940. Hammonton High School senior Jonathan Triboletti was crowned 2015 Mr. Hammonton at this year’s contest on February 12. He is pictured above, left, with escort Alyssa Worrell. Coming in second place was Mario Scotto di Vetta and in third place was senior Jacob Broyles, who is pictured at right performing as Elvis Presley during the talent portion of the competition. For more photos, see Page 26. Taste of the Town set for March 15 by Paul J. Macrie IV GAZETTE STAFF WRITER HAMMONTON—On Sunday, March 15, the Hammonton Education Foundation will hold its 12th Annual Taste of the Town fundraising event from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Hammonton High School gymnasium. It is sponsored by Susquehanna Bank and the theme of this year’s festivities is “Hit the Jackpot.” There will be fabulous food offered from the 20 to 25 vendors that will be on hand, fantastic prizes and talented student entertainment, organizers Environmental topics discussed at meeting by Paul J. Macrie IV GAZETTE STAFF WRITER THG/Brittany Mauro. To purchase photos in The Gazette, call (609) 704-1940. NJ State Board of Education Vice President Joseph Fisicaro (center) attended the February 12 meeting of the Hammonton Board of Education meeting. He is pictured with Hammonton Superintendent of Schools Dr. C. Dan Blachford (left) and board president Sam Mento III. ON SALE AT 70+ LOCATIONS • SUBSCRIBE TO The HAMMONTON—On February 11, the Hammonton Environmental Commission held its regular meeting, as representatives of the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions [ANJEC] and a member of Adams, Rehmann and Heggan See TASTE, Page 3 [ARH] made presentations about current environmental topics related to the town. There were also some updates on other town committees and boards, and it was announced that the Seventh Annual Hammonton Lake Park Cleanup will take place on Saturday, February 28 beginning at 10 a.m. ANJEC project directors Jody Carrara and Cheryl Reardon made Gazette • $20 FOR 52 WEEKS See TOPICS, Page 4