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Week in Review: Eagles Are Champs, Fulton Lawsuit Continues

It was a busy news week in West Deptford. Make sure you read all of these top stories.

Owens Leads Eagles to Group 2 Title

A perfect season in the books—and a 21-game winning streak—nets West Deptford the championship title in the South Jersey Group 2 game. Get the keys to the game here.

Township Committee Approves Appeal in Fulton Bank Lawsuit

West Deptford officials want a full accounting of an allegedly missing $4 million.

Viewfinder: West Deptford Football Repeats as Group 2 Champs

Relive the excitement of the Eagles’ big win in pictures.

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Community Gathers for Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

The tree is lit as West Deptford ushers in the Christmas season.

Viewfinder: Operation Blessing Takes Over WDHS

West Deptford honor students turn the hallways into a bonanza of holiday gifts for needy families.

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Paulsboro Evacuees Can't Return Home Yet as Congressmen Visit Glouco

This week brought a lot of politicians to Paulsboro, but no good news for evacuated residents.

Accused Antifreeze Killer Anne Castagna Denied Bail Reduction

Mary Groatman, the 88-year-old victim, was a patient in a Deptford nursing home when her grandson’s wife allegedly poisoned her.

New Emergency PA System Now Operating at WD Parks

The Paulsboro train derailment helped hasten this new method for getting emergency notices to residents.

Nicole Ayres was a star softball player who had just moved back to the area when Stephen Headley stabbed her to death.

Piston Diner Open and Gearing Up for the Weekend

Motor up to this classic-car-loving diner near Eagle Point.

These are just a few of the many stories West Deptford Patch brought you this week. Scroll through our news archive for the full list.

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