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The Camden County Board of Commissioners proudly announces the 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Medal recipients. The MLK Freedom Medal is presented to county residents who have selflessly contributed their time and effort to better their community in conjunction with the goals of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The award ceremony will take place on January 15th. Tickets are available for purchase. 2025 Award Recipients: Shakir Ali - Pennsauken Colleen Bianco Bezich - Haddonfield Sangeeta Doshi - Cherry Hill Brian Gregg - Camden Davida Jacobe-Hart - Sicklerville Marilyn Segars Jamal - Clementon Lisa Lewis - Voorhees James... Read more →

Answering Life’s ‘Calling’ Compels Young Girl to Write About Her Supernatural Encounters Saint Lauren's themes are delicately reinforced in brief but profound originality, such as the overarching theme that unites all of her books: “Without love, all becomes hell — even eternity.” In Goodlife, Mississippi, sits a world without end where Mary “Myra” Boone lives and writes about the throwaways, the downtrodden and the lonely souls — some dead, some alive — that surround her. And in Eileen Saint Lauren's new book, My Neighbors, Goodlife, Mississippi, readers are invited inside Myra’s world, with a collection of 11 stories written by... Read more →

ROCHESTER, NY (01/10/2025)-- Nazareth University has named the students to the fall 2024 Dean's List. A student's grade point average must be at least 3.5 or above, and they must complete 12 credit hours of graded work that semester in order to be included on the dean's list at Nazareth. Harrison Dumas of Medford, NJ Brynne Wiser of Egg Harbor Twp, NJ Abigail Graham of Deptford, NJ Nazareth University is an inclusive community of inspired learners, educators, and changemakers who for 100 years have been driven by a bold commitment to action, empathy, equity, and leading innovation for the common... Read more →

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Camden County Department of Public Safety, advises municipalities that the region will be under a Code Blue Advisory Sunday evening to Wednesday morning. The after-hours code blue emergency hotline is 2-1-1. The Health Officer has issued the Code Blue advisory for Camden County effective from 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 to 7 a.m. Monday, Jan. 13 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13 to 7 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 Tuesday, Jan. 14, all day “The temperature is set to drop dangerously low, so it is critical that everyone is inside and away... Read more →

Commissioner Director Frank DiMarco encourages you to visit the Gloucester County Animal Shelter, where loving pets are waiting for their forever families. Stop by 1200 N. Delsea Drive in Clayton or browse adoptable pets online at gloucestercountynj.gov/223/Our-Pet-List. For more details, call 856-881-2828 Read more →

Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing 15-year-old from Centerville. Alayshia Baker has been reported missing from the 1800 block of South 10th Street. She is described as a black female, 5’6”, 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She is known to frequent the Ivy Hill Apartments, Centerville and the 1600 block of Kolo Street. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042. Read more →

Our Public Works teams have been busy keeping our roads safe and well-maintained! Repairs were made to CR 651 Greentree Road in Washington, ensuring smooth travel for all. Patch work continued on CR 619 Union Street in Elk, improving road conditions. A fallen tree was quickly cleared from CR 667 Aura Road in Harrison, keeping the roadway clear for drivers. Thank you to our dedicated crews for their hard work and commitment to our community! Read more →

(Lindenwold, NJ) – On Monday, Jan. 13, a $3.7 million project to reconstruct the Somerdale Road Bridge in Gloucester Township is set to begin. The project, which is being funded through state and county funds, will include the complete replacement of the bridge along with drainage improvements and the repaving of each roadway approach. “This project is incredibly important to maintain safety on our roadways and to ensure the strength and longevity of our county’s infrastructure,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “We know this has been a project of concern for many residents, so... Read more →

Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew commended President Trump for stating he will give the American people some clear answers about the ongoing drone incursions shortly after taking office on January 20th. "It is unacceptable that these drone incursions have been happening since November, and the people of South Jersey are still left without answers from this government," said Congressman Van Drew. "President Trump has always put the American people first, and I have no doubt he will deliver the transparency we have been waiting for. His willingness to take on this issue is exactly the decisive leadership our country... Read more →

Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners in association with BRE and the Borough of Collingswood, welcomes 1964: The Tribute to the Scottish Rite Auditorium on January 17th. Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM. Since the early eighties, “1964”…The Tribute has been thrilling audiences around the globe by taking them on journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever. To learn more, Click Here. Read more →

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA (01/10/2025)-- The psychology department at ESU hosted the 52nd Biannual Research Forum on December 3, 2024 in Beers Lecture Hall. The fall 2024 awardees of the John Kramer Science award are pictured by the tree planted on the ESU campus in John Kramer's memory. Pictured from left to right are Genevieve Schwemmer, Zakiullah Malikzada, Seth Bossert, Penelope Tejada, and Juan Hughes. The Research Forum was started over twenty years ago by Sussie Eshun, Ph.D., professor of psychology, and Richard Wesp, Ph.D., retired distinguished professor of psychology, as a venue to showcase the outstanding student research being done... Read more →

The Camden County Homelessness Resource Fair, hosted by the Camden County Board of Commissioners, will take place on Thursday, January 30th, from 8:30 AM to 12 PM at Cathedral Kitchen. Attendees will be offered breakfast and lunch, along with access to service providers who can assist with various needs. To learn more, Click Here. Read more →

Roadwork to shift lanes in Camden Crews will be working on Market Street in Camden on Monday, Jan. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a lane shift between Haddon Avenue and North 8th Street. Roadwork to close road in Collingswood, Haddon Township PSE&G will be working on Park Avenue in Collingswood and Haddon Township from Monday, Jan. 13 to Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a full road closure at the intersection with West Cuthbert Boulevard. Roadwork to close road in Gloucester Township Crews will be working on New Brooklyn–Erial... Read more →

Fewer small businesses plan to raise compensation in the coming months TRENTON, NJ (Jan. 10, 2025) - NFIB’s December jobs report found that 35% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in December, down one point from November. Seasonally adjusted, a net 29% of small business owners reported raising compensation in December, down three points from November and the lowest reading since March 2021. “Finding qualified workers remained a major headwind for stronger job growth on Main Street in December,” said NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg. “In the meantime, compensation increases have softened among... Read more →

It is that time of the year again, as the temperatures drop, and the holidays get into full swing the county Parks Department is set for another winter wonderland at Cooper River Park. For our 11th year, the Board of Commissioners is excited to welcome all to WinterFest Ice Skating Rink for the 2024-2025 season. Hours: MLK Day, Monday, January 20th: 12 PM to 9 PM Thursday: 5 PM to 9 PM Friday: 5 PM to 10 PM Saturday: 12 PM to 10 PM Sunday: 12 PM to 9 PM To learn more, Click Here. Read more →

TRENTON —(January 2, 2025)-- Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy (“Board”) has permanently revoked the license of an Essex County massage therapist amid allegations he engaged in inappropriate and unwanted sexual contact with a female client during a massage session. CRIME Peter Petrovic, a/k/a Jagadisha Peter Petrovic, is permanently barred from working as a massage therapist in New Jersey under an agreement he entered into with the Board to resolve allegations he groped and digitally penetrated a female client during a massage session... Read more →

West Trenton, N.J. (December 24, 2024)-- -Today, Colonel Patrick J. Callahan announced that Sergeant Marc Nietubyc and Sergeant Roy Rohel Jr., from the Technical Emergency and Mission Specialists (T.E.A.M.S.), North Squad, are the recipients of the 2024 Trooper of the Year Award for their exceptional commitment and professionalism during a well-being check incident involving an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. On January 30, 2024, Sergeant Nietubyc and Sergeant Roy Rohel Jr., along with members of the T.E.A.M.S. Unit, were assigned to conduct a critical well-being check at a motel in Branchville Borough, Sussex County. The situation involved an individual... Read more →

NORTH BERGEN/LYNDHURST, NJ (January 10, 2025) – The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement on all items for a new six-year Master Contract. The two sides agreed to continue to operate under the current contract until the union can meet with its full Wage Scale Committee and schedule a ratification vote, and USMX members can ratify the terms of the final contract. “We are pleased to announce that ILA and USMX have reached a tentative agreement on a new six-year ILA-USMX Master Contract, subject to ratification, thus averting any work stoppage... Read more →

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews Suspect Christopher Blevins, 45, of Gloucester City Captured in Mexico GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNEWS) (January 10, 2025) – Authorities in New Jersey have charged a man from Gloucester City in connection with a tragic and disturbing case involving the discovery of a woman's body. The remains were found on December 22, 2024, in the secluded Belleplain State Forest, located near Dennis Township in Cape May County. Multiple sources have identified the accused as Christopher Blevins, 45, a resident of Gloucester City, who now faces serious charges, including the desecration of human remains and hindering... Read more →

The Wintergarden is a place for visitors to relax amid the bustle of Center City. Visitors will be welcomed by playful reindeer topiaries, rustic décor and twinkling lights. Adults 21 and older can purchase warm mulled wine at the Chaddsford Winery kiosk conveniently located within the space. LEARN MORE Read more →

The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office & the Brooklawn Police Department Present R.E.C. Night in Brooklawn on Friday, January 31st, 2025! Brooklawn, N.J.- Please join the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and the Brooklawn Police Department on Friday, January 31st, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for R.E.C. Night at the Alice Costello Elementary School gymnasium. Come out and meet officers from the Brooklawn Police Department and detectives and staff from the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office. There will be games, activities, and refreshments! Together we can Recognize, Educate, and Change (R.E.C.). Read more →

(Camden, NJ) – The Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing adult from North Camden. Elis Soto, 45, has been reported missing from his home on the 700 block of North 7th Street. He is described as a Hispanic male, 5’6”, 145 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing all black clothes and brown shoes. He is known to frequent North Camden and Broadway. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the CCPD tip line at (856) 757-7042. Read more →

Members of the Department of Urology at Hackensack University Medical Center have launched the Kidney Cancer Resource Center, an online educational tool for people diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma, a type of kidney cancer. The website provides information to help them better understand the disease and make treatment decisions based on the findings of the latest research. The Kidney Cancer Resource Center is funded by a grant from Pfizer Inc. to support approaches designed to improve patient outcomes. "This website helps people with kidney cancer expand their understanding of this disease and links them with the most effective care," said... Read more →

(PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 9, 2024) -- Ticket demand for the Philadelphia Eagles game this Sunday is dominating the secondary market for the NFL's Wild Card Weekend. Victory Live, a ticketing technology company that tracks secondary market sales, reports that the average sold ticket price (ATP) for the Eagles game against the Green Bay Packers is $423, a 76% increase compared to the rest of the Wild Card Round. The Eagles' ATP is 58% higher than their last Wild Card home game in January 2020 when they faced the Seattle Seahawks, and tickets were selling at an average of $268. Across all... Read more →

Accused Allegedly Shoots Victim’s Vehicle During Road-Rage Incident Mansfield Township, Burlington County (Dec. 12, 2024)-The New Jersey State Police have charged Brandon Rudd, 34, of South Mills, N.C., with attempted murder and weapons offenses for allegedly shooting at a person in a vehicle on the New Jersey Turnpike in Mansfield Township, Burlington County. On Thursday, October 31, 2024, at approximately 11:59 p.m., troopers from Troop “D” Moorestown Station responded to a report of a shooting incident on the New Jersey Turnpike south, milepost 48.3. Based on a preliminary investigation, Rudd’s Nissan Altima and the victim’s Cadillac Escalade were both traveling... Read more →