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Glitch leads to double bookings, accidental cancellations at South Jersey mega-site

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - Those living on a prayer and a lot of coats and blankets braved extremely harsh conditions Friday at the Gloucester County COVID-19 vaccination mega-site at Rowan College of South Jersey all in hopes of getting a walkup vaccine shot.Father and son duo Alex and Stu Bergan got there at 5:30 a.m. for their best "shot" at a shot."First appointment we could find online was in May.

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Vaccine distribution concerns: Can the process be regulated?

PHILADELPHIA - Long lines of people waiting Tuesday in Gloucester County for the COVID-19 vaccine and over the last week at sites across Pennsylvania counties. Watching this from home you might be wondering why you haven’t been about to get it yet."There is a problem with manufacturing production.

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Gloucester County vaccination mega-site reopens to long lines after closing due to lack of supply

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - Two of New Jersey's six mega-sites ran out of doses of the coronavirus vaccine on Monday, prompting appointment cancellations and creating confusion.Gloucester County officials say they cannot schedule second doses for the Rowan College site due to lack of supply. Bergen County’s mega-site at the old Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford also will be non-operational Tuesday. It's unclear how many appointments were canceled Monday but it's just another reminder of the vaccine shortages around the country.Lines formed outside the Rowan College COVID-19 vaccination mega-site Tuesday morning after it closed due to a lack of supply on Monday.

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3 $1M winning Powerball tickets sold in New Jersey

(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) TRENTON - It's not the jackpot, but it's the next best thing.Lottery officials announced on Thursday that three $1M winning second-tier Powerball tickets were sold in New Jersey, including two from Camden and Gloucester Counties. According to a press release, one ticket was sold at the 7-Eleven on North Haddon Avenue in Haddonfield and another was purchased at the Wawa on Mantua Park in Woodbury Heights. Elsewhere in the state, another millionaire was made after purchasing their ticket from an Exxon gas station in Middlesex County.

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One person dead after accident on I-295 in Gloucester County

Skyfox was over the scene of a fatal car accident on 295 in Gloucester County, N.J. LOGAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. - One person is dead after an accident on I-295 in Gloucester County, New Jersey, Tuesday.Officials with N.J.

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New Jersey opens COVID-19 vaccination mega sites

TRENTON, N.J. - New Jersey's COVID-19 vaccination mega sites for law enforcement and first responders are now open.There are 6 mega sites in total -- Morris County, Gloucester County, Atlantic County, Bergen County, Burlington County, and Middlesex County.State health officials say the sites will eventually serve as vaccination hubs.All sworn-in law enforcement and fire professionals in the state - are now eligible to receive the vaccine."Our decision to open up the line to our police and fire personnel was simple," Gov.

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Boots to give coronavirus vaccines to vulnerable at first site this week

Boots will begin giving coronavirus jabs to the most vulnerable people this week from a newly-opened vaccine site.

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1 killed, 2 injured after car flips on its side Sunday morning in Franklinville

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. - A man is dead and two people are injured after a car crashed and flipped on its side early Sunday morning in Gloucester County.Officers from the Franklinville Township Police Department were called to the area of Main Road and Marshall Mill Road just after 4 a.m. for reports of a single-car crash.Responding officers found a car turned on its side with three people trapped inside.

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Caught on camera, truck hits power lines leaving Gloucester County family in the dark for days

DEPTFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Caught on camera, a truck hits power lines on a South Jersey street, leaving people in the dark for days. Police are now looking for the driver of the truck."It’s been a nightmare," stated homeowner Christine Gullifer.Caught on neighbors’ cameras, it only took a few seconds for the truck, bucket in the air, to leave Gullifer and her three children in the dark for two days and, even worse, with the aftermath to deal with."It was extremely loud and shook the house and scared my five-year-old really bad.

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Moorestown Mall, A.C. Convention Center among locations for 6 vaccination mega-sites in NJ

TRENTON, N.J. - New Jersey officials on Friday announced they would be opening six mega-sites to serve as COVID-19 vaccination hubs.Atlantic County, Gloucester County, and Burlington County will all be home to state-run mega-sites that are expected to begin opening in early January depending on New Jersey's vaccine supply. The former Lord & Taylor location inside the Moorestown Mall will be home to the Burlington County site, officials say.The Atlantic City Convention Center and Rowan College will be home to the other two local sites.The Moorestown Mall will be home to Burlington County's vaccination mega-site.

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Driver seriously hurt after slamming into utility pole in Mullica Hill, police say

MULLICA HILL, N.J. - Authorities in Gloucester County are investigating after a driver slammed into a utility pole and sustained critical injuries Friday afternoon.Officers from the Harrison Township Police Department were called to the area of Woodland Avenue and Valley Lane for reports of a serious crash.A 53-year-old Swedesboro resident was airlifted to Cooper Trauma Center in serious condition.

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1 dead following shooting at shopping center in Gloucester Township

SKYFOX flew over the scene Thursday night. GLOUCESTER TWP., N.J. - Authorities say one person has died following a shooting at a shopping center in Gloucester Township, New Jersey. It happened on Black Horse Pike Thursday around 6 p.m.According to police, the shooting does not appear to be a random act and they believe there is no danger to the public.So far, no arrests have been made at this time.The investigation is ongoing.If you have information, please contact CCPO Det.

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Police investigating shooting at shopping center in Gloucester Township

SKYFOX flew over the scene Thursday night. GLOUCESTER TWP., N.J. - Police are on the scene of a shooting at a shopping center in Gloucester Township, New Jersey. It happened at a shopping center in Blackwood off of Route 168 Thursday around 6 p.m.At least one person has been taken to the hospital.

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Weather Authority: Tornado watch issued for most of Delaware Valley

PHILADELPHIA - The Delaware Valley remains under a tornado watch until 7 p.m. after several warnings expired Monday afternoon as a system brings strong winds and heavy downpours to the area. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect Salem, Cumberland, Camden and Gloucester counties until 5:30 p.m with the potential of damaging winds.A flood warning is also in effect until 7:15 p.m.

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South Jersey boy holds annual benefit hot cocoa stand with a twist due to pandemic

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - For the fourth year, 8-year-old Jordan Slippi-Mensah is making sure other kids have a great Christmas.Jordan started a hot cocoa stand benefitting Gloucester County Toys for Tots and CHOP. The family uses the donations to buy new toys for children in need. Last year, they raised $4,000. “I enjoy it because it because it helps other people in need and it feels better on Christmas to give something instead of getting given to you,” said Jordan.

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Teacher union for Clearview School District asks district to go virtual due to spiking coronavirus cases

MULLICA HILL, N.J. - With spiking cases around the region, the teachers union for Clearview School District in Gloucester County is asking the district to go virtual. The teachers union president is not mincing words.Paul Sommers sent a letter to the Gloucester County Health Department on Monday strongly urging a switch from hybrid to fully remote learning.

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Gloucester County pleads guilty to producing, releasing images of child sexual abuse, officials say

CAMDEN, N.J. - A Gloucester County has pleaded guilty to producing and releasing images of child sexual abuse, officials announced Monday.Williamstown resident 24-year-old Andrew Nicholas pleaded guilty Monday to one count of sexually exploiting children and one count of distributing child pornography, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito said.According to court records, an undercover officer began communicating with Nicholas February 26, 2019, in a public Kik Messenger group.

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Gloucester Township police searching for missing 16-year-old boy

BLACKWOOD, N.J. - Police in Gloucester Township are searching for a missing 16-year-old boy.Tysheen Morris was last seen at his Blackwood home around 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon.He is described as a Black male, standing six feet tall.

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Philadelphia man charged after attempting to flee during traffic stop in NJ

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A Philadelphia man is facing multiple charges after police say he struck an officer with his door while attempting to flee during a traffic stop and lead police on a brief pursuit in Gloucester County.Police say Oliver Lee, 20, was pulled over on Williamstown Road in Gloucester Township around midnight Saturday. During the traffic stop, officers reportedly suspected Lee was in possession of or under the influence of narcotics. Police say when Lee was instructed to exit the car he became combative and began driving away.

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Washington Township again postpones move to hybrid learning after reported COVID-19 cases

Washington Township High School WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Washington Township High School is postponing hybrid classes until Monday, September 28, school officials announced.In a letter sent out Wednesday, Superintendent Joseph Bollendorf stated new COVID-19 cases were found, including some high school students and a staff member.RELATED: Washington Township students to begin hybrid learning Thursday after gathering prompted delayReports of student gathering postpones return to hybrid learning at Washington Township High SchoolThe school nurses and the Gloucester County Department of Health had undertaken a large-scale contact tracing endeavor.Officials stated the tracing effort would take a while and had no choice but to push back the

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Reports of student gathering postpones return to hybrid learning at Washington Township High School

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A Gloucester County, New Jersey school district is postponing plans to have students return to the classroom for hybrid learning after students reportedly held a large party.Washington Township School District sent a letter home to parents over the weekend explaining that classes for high school students would remain virtual to start the week.High school students will continue virtual learning Monday as the district addresses concerns surrounding a student party.High school students were scheduled to begin returning to the school part-time Monday, as part of the district's hybrid learning model.High school students will continue virtual learning Monday as the Washington Township High School addresses concerns

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Reports of student party postpones return to hybrid learning at Washington Township High School

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A Gloucester County, New Jersey school district is postponing plans to have students return to the classroom for hybrid learning after students reportedly held a large party.Washington Township School District sent a letter home to parents over the weekend explaining that classes for high school students would remain virtual to start the week.High school students were scheduled to begin returning to the school part-time Monday, as part of the district's hybrid learning model.High school students will continue virtual learning Monday as the Washington Township High School addresses concerns surrounding a student party.

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HVAC contractor accused of spying in girls' bathroom at school faces additional charges

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - The HVAC contractor accused of secretly recording inside a middle school girls’ bathroom is facing additional charges after more videos were found, according to prosecutors.Gregory Mahley, 51, of West Deptford, has been charged with seven counts of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child (manufacturing of child pornography), eight counts of third-degree invasion of privacy, and seven counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child (possession of child pornography).Mahley was an eight-year employee of Multi-Temp Mechanical, Inc., located in Westville. The company was contracted by the Gloucester Township Board of Education. Multi-Temp Mechanical, Inc.

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3 staffers in Gloucester County school district test positive for COVID

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - The week is off to a rough start in one south Jersey school district where three staffers, from two different schools, have tested positive for COVID-19.Washington Township School District sent a letter over the weekend announcing positive COVID tests from three district staffers, two of them from Hurffville Elementary. Superintendent Joe Bollendorf says that under guidelines, hybrid learning has been pushed back a week.“So, basically just acting responsibly, based on the guidance that we received.

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Police: HVAC contractor installed mirrors in girls' bathroom at Gloucester Twp. school

Gregory Mahley (Gloucester Township Police) GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - Gloucester Township police say a man who performed HVAC work at Glen Landing Middle School is accused of installing mirrors on the interior doors of the stalls in one of the girls’ bathrooms.According to police, staff became suspicious that someone was peering through an air conditioning vent located overtop of the bathroom stalls and alerted authorities on Sept.

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Man charged in explosive device detonated at entrance of Gloucester County gym

GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. - Authorities say a New Jersey man is facing federal charges in connection with a homemade explosive device detonated at the entrance of a local gym last month.Gloucester City police said officer were called shortly before 4 a.m. on Aug.

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AG: Officers justified in use of deadly force during hostage situation at NJ UPS facility

SWEDESBORO N.J. - New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal says seven officers who shot and killed a man who took two women hostage at a UPS facility in Gloucester County last year were justified in using deadly force.According to investigators, 39-year-old William J.

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Gloucester County homeowner cited for allegedly hosting large, for-profit, pool party

SICKLERVILLE, N.J. - Police in Sicklerville, New Jersey have cited a homeowner they say hosted a large pool party over the weekend, and even charged admission fees.According to Gloucester County officials, police were called to the 1500 block of Jarvis Road in Sicklerville Sunday, on multiple reports of a large party.Officers arrived to find a gathering of an estimated 250 to 300 guests at the location.

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4 charged in connection with Glassboro double homicide

GLASSBORO, N.J. - Four people have been charged in connection with a double homicide in Glassboro, Gloucester County officials announced.Devon Conover, 19, and 19-year-old Abdelgadi Hassan, both of Trenton, were charged with 2 counts of murder, 2 counts of felony murder, among other charges. 23-year-old Teaneck resident Daniel Hall was also charged with 2 counts of murder, 2 counts of felony and other charges.

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Police locate man, 8-year-old child reported missing from Monroe Township

MONROE TWP., N.J. - Authorities say a missing 37-year-old man and an 8-year-old child from Gloucester County have been found safe.The pair were reported missing late Thursday night from Monroe Township.

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Cineplex opening all cinemas in Ottawa, eastern Ontario on Friday

OTTAWA -- The show will go on at all Cineplex theatres in Ottawa, Gatineau and eastern Ontario starting Friday.

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Deaths of 2 Gloucester County men found shot in home ruled homicides

GLASSBORO, N.J. - The shooting deaths of two men whose bodies were found in their southern New Jersey home this week have been ruled homicides.The Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office also said that Manuel DelaRosa Jr., 26, and Shantal Farrow, 36. were apparently targeted by their killers, though a potential motive has not been disclosed.The two men were found shortly after 9 a.m.

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N.J. quarantines several counties due to spotted lanternflies and offers tips to eliminate them

(USDA Photo by Lance Cheung.)TRENTON, N.J. - Officials with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture announce instructions for handling the spotted lanternfly.The spotted lanternfly feeds on upwards of 70 different trees and plants. The invasive insect was initially discovered in 2014 in Berks County, Pennsylvania.

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New Jersey Department of Agriculture offers tips for eliminating spotted lanternflies

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Severe thunderstorm, flash flood warnings posted for portions of the Delaware Valley

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for portions of New Castle, Delaware and and Chester counties until 4 p.m.An additional severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of Camden and Gloucester Counties, New Jersey until 4 p.m.

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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for portions of Philadelphia, Camden, Bucks and New Castle Counties

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for portions of Philadelphia, Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County in Pennsylvania, northern New Castle County in Delaware and Burlington County, Camden County and Gloucester County until 2:45, Wednesday afternoon.About 1:10 p.m., severe thunderstorms had fired and are capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts.Towns impacted include Philadelphia, Cherry Hill, Wilmington, Downingtown, Deptford, Jenkintown, Langhorne, Yardley, Newtown, Abington, Bensalem, Yeadon, Medford, Marlton, Browns Mills, Lumberton, Wrightstown, Cinnaminson, Columbus and Mount Holly.AdvertisementHighways in the path include I95, along mile markers

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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for portions of Philadelphia, Camden, Delaware and New Castle Counties

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for portions of Philadelphia, Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery in Pennsylvania, northern New Castle County in Delaware and Burlington County, Camden County and Gloucester County until 2:45, Wednesday afternoon.About 1:10 p.m., severe thunderstorms had fired and are capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts.Towns impacted include Philadelphia, Cherry Hill, Wilmington, Downingtown, Deptford, Yeadon, Medford, Marlton, Browns Mills, Lumberton, Wrightstown, Cinnaminson, Columbus and Mount Holly.Highways in the path include I95, along mile markers 0 and 25 and the Schuylkill Expressway between mile markers 341 and 351, the Vine Street

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Homeowner and promoter accused of hosting pool party with 250 people in Gloucester Township

GLOUCESTER TWP., N.J. - A homeowner and promoter are accused of having a "for-profit" pool party with 250 people many of which not wearing masks and not practicing social distancing at a residence in Gloucester Township.Police say they received information during the previous week that the homeowner Jeffrey Davis Jr., 31, would be hosting a for-profit pool party. Officers had contacted Davis and warned him of the potential violations of both New Jersey executive orders, laws, and Gloucester Township local ordinances for having a promoted party while we were still in the COVID-19 pandemic. Between 4 and 9 p.m.

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Police break up pool party with 250 people in Gloucester Township

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Cineplex reopening two Ottawa theatres on Friday

OTTAWA -- It's show time at two Cineplex cinemas in Ottawa.

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Family displaced after lightning strike sets house on fire in Gloucester Township, police say

Credit: Gloucester Township Police Department SICKLERVILLE, N.J - Police say a family of six has been displaced after a lightning strike set their house on fire in Sicklerville, New Jersey.It happened on the 100 block of Breckenridge Drive on Wednesday around 8:30 p.m.Officers arrived to find smoke and fire from the attic and roof area of the home. The residents, two parents and four kids, were evacuated and no one was injured. Due to smoke and water damage, the residents of the home have been displaced until repairs can be made.

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Weather Authority: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Philadelphia and surrounding counties

PHILADELPHIA - The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.Storms are expected to move in between 2 and 10 p.m. Wednesday. Montgomery, Cumberland, Salem, Mercer, New Castle, Burlington, Gloucester, Monmouth, Berks, Delaware, Cecil, Bucks, Chester, Philadelphia, Kent, Hunterdon, Camden counties are under the watch until 10 p.m.

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Gloucester Twp. Police seek information on missing Blackwood teen

Marquai Leach BLACKWOOD, N.J. - Police in Gloucester Township, New Jersey are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing Blackwood teen.Authorities say 14-year-old Marquai Leach went missing from Blackwood June 25th at about 6:30 in the evening.Marquai is described as 5’0” and weighs about 120 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair.

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Hazmat, fire crews respond to asphalt tank explosion in Gloucester City

GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. - Hazmat and fire crews were called to a scene in Gloucester City, New Jersey early Tuesday morning after officials say an asphalt tank exploded.The incident occurred at Blue Knight Energy, an asphalt mixing plant, on the 200 block of Water Street around 1 a.m.Fire and hazmat crews responded to the scene and were able to get the fire under control as nearby homes were temporarily evacuated.No injuries have been reported to any firefighters or civilians at this time.The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.Advertisement___For the latest local news, sports and weather, download the FOX 29 News app.DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP

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Camden County College coronavirus testing site to close on Friday

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Amouris Coss)GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - The Camden County College coronavirus testing site will end operations on Friday after appointments slowed and cases in the county plummeted over the last month, officials announced.The testing site, located on Blackwood Pike in Gloucester Township, has been jointly run by the Camden County Freeholder Board, Department of Health, and Jefferson Health New Jersey since Apr. 15.

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Prince Charles Says He Lost His Sense Of Smell And Taste Amid Coronavirus Battle

During a royal outing on Tuesday, Prince Charles discussed some of the symptoms he experienced during his battle with coronavirus.

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Prince Charles Lost His Sense of Taste & Smell From Coronavirus

Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall seem to practice social distancing while greeting front line workers who who have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic during a visit to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital on Tuesday (June 16) in Gloucester, England.

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