Week in Review: Killer Convicted, Clayton Girl Murdered, Settlement Questioned

Brian Mertz Found Guilty of Murdering Jennifer Whipkey in West Deptford

A decade-old West Deptford murder is finally prosecuted and a Woodbury man is headed to prison.

Major Storm Threatens West Deptford

Follow along with West Deptford Patch’s coverage of Hurricane Sandy and the “Frankenstorm.” Know of a cancelation, storm damage or flooding, or take a picture around town of the storm? Send all reports, tips and photos to westdeptford@patch.com—help keep your neighbors informed.

Mayor: Sweeney's Accusations an Attempt to Discredit WD Committee

Township officials say state Senate President Sweeney is wrong on his accusations about the Eagle Point refinery settlement.

Prosecutor: Teen Brothers Strangled Autumn Pasquale

Gloucester County—indeed, the nation—mourned the death of 12-year-old Autumn Pasquale. Two brothers are charged in her death.

Sweeney Disgusted with Ann Coulter Tweet

After the conservative commentator called President Obama a “retard” on Twitter, Ann Coulter was denounced by Stephen Sweeney.

Scarecrows on Parade Take Over RiverWinds Drive

Get in the Halloween spirit with this parade of scarecrows. And don’t forget all of the other Halloween events around West Deptford: South Jersey Ghost Research Coming to Woodbury Public Library, Ghost Tours Give New Spooks in Old Places, RiverWinds to Host Spookypalooza on Oct. 30

Schweigart Debut Novel Now Available

The Woodbury Heights author stuck close to home for inspiration for his first novel.

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