The Hammonton Gazette 07/26/17 Edition | Page 4

Town’s 5th National Night Out $5,000 reward offered Wednesday, July 26, 2017 • The Hammonton Gazette • Page 3 NIGHT, from Page 1 “It’s important for families to come out to support our police and fire departments. It is free. There are a lot of activities geared toward our first responders, their vehicles, like a helicopter and trucks, as well as a K-9 demon- stration, for the kids that are all free. There is a charge for the food from the food trucks and stands. Everyone loves the fireworks. That’s the biggest draw,” Ham- monton Family Success Center Director Tricia Donio, who is one of the organizers of the event, said. National Night Out is a free event featuring fireworks, and a competition between the local po- lice and fire departments that fea- tures a “Shoots and Ladders” tug-of-war and a wing eating con- test, which is a new event this call an advisor who will truly listen Ensure you’re making the best financial decisions for yourself and your loved ones. Call to arrange your complimentary consultation with Ben today. Financial Planning, Portfolio & Investment Management Business Retirement & Banking Services year, according to organizers. The tug-of-war series is currently tied 1-1, Donio said. Appearances by the Phillie Pha- natic and several Eagles cheer- leaders are also a new part of the event this year, Donio said. Universal Supply Co. and the Hammonton Drug Alliance are the sponsors of the fireworks display, which begins at dusk, organizers said. Organizers said the rain date is August 5. Peach Party Sat., July 29 HAMMONTON—There will be plenty for families to enjoy at the Fifth Annual Hammonton Peach Party on July 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Vine Street Parking Lot in downtown. Pastore Orchards will be back to provide the festival with bushels and bushels of these beau- tiful summer beauties. According to Jennifer Pastore, they enjoy set- ting up a mini version of their reg- ular farm stand and featuring the fruit that has been part of their 100 year history. Their booth will be manned by longtime employee Brittany Lupinetti and her staff for the same great service you receive at their regular stand on Route 30 in Elm. Looking for the perfect gown? Stop in our shop to see what’s new! One Sindoni Lane, Suite C, Hammonton (609) 270-7886 • www.meadowsbridalshop.com We carry gorgeous dresses by: David Tutera, Casablanca, Mori Lee, and so much more! for Scordo murder info by Gabe Donio G AZETTE S TAFF W RITER WINSLOW TWP.—The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible for the homicide of Deanna Scordo, according to a release issued by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office last week. Scordo, 45, was shot and killed inside her home on the 700 block of Bairdmore Avenue in Winslow Twp. at approximately 3:49 a.m. on June 25, 2017, according to the release from the prosecutor’s office. The release said anyone with information about the identity of the suspect(s) or the incident is urged to contact Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Matt Barber at (856) 225-5166 or Winslow Twp. Police Department Detective Nick Arnold at 561-3300. Information may also emailed to [email protected]. Distribution of the reward is solely at the discretion of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office, the release said. Eclipse event HAMMONTON—The At- lantic County Library/Hammon- ton, located at 451 S. Egg Harbor Road in Hammonton, will host a Lunar Eclipse Party: The branch’s lunar eclipse party will be complete with viewing glasses on Monday, August 21 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration for the program is requested. Enjoy “lunar” snacks, play pin-the- moon-on-the-sun, and make an eclipse souvenir craft. All materi- als are provided. Police dept: Items taken from vehicles STOLEN, from Page 2 19, a vehicle was burglarized, also on the 200 block of Park Avenue, Slimm said. “Someone entered a vehicle and stole a wallet which contained several ID cards and $40 in cash,” Slimm said. Slimm said Officer William Kurz was the investigating officer. DiMeglio Septic , Est. 1975 ~ DEP 03261 ~ Paul DiMeglio Inc. 1 (800) 427-4617 ~ 561-1007 ~ 561-3597 491 S. White Horse Pike • Ancora, NJ • Grease Trap Cleaning • Portable Toilets • Septic Certifications • Jetting Service DON’T WAIT FOR SUMMER TO BE OVER... GET EXPERT WATCH REPAIR & SERVICE FIT From Timex to Rolex NOW • WATCH