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New Jersey Primary Election On Tuesday, June 6
The 2023 New Jersey Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 6. Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
For those voting by mail, ballots were mailed out to eligible residents beginning in April. In addition to using the U.S. Mail, voters can also place their competed ballots in the drop box located in the Township’s municipal complex, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., by 8:00 p.m. on June 6.
Below is a list of polling locations for the upcoming election. Residents who have voted by mail in the past and wish to cast their votes in person at a polling place must do so via a provisional ballot.
Should residents have any questions, please feel free to contact the Pennsauken Clerk’s Office at (856) 665-1000 x122 or x124.
Polling Location |
Street Address |
District #s |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Lutheran Church | 5600 North Rt. 130 | 1, 11, & 24 |
| Pennsauken Free Public Library | 5605 North Rt. 130 | 2, 7, 12, &15 |
| Faith Independent Bible Church | 7651 Rogers Ave. | 3 & 23 |
| Martin Luther Christian School | 4106 Terrace Ave. | 4 & 16 |
| Pennsauken Municipal Court | 2400 Bethel Ave. | 5 |
| Pennsauken Senior Towers | 8001 Maple Ave. | 6 |
| Homestead Youth Center | 4771 Willow Ave. | 8 & 10 |
| St. Mathews United Methodist Church | 1665 Derousse Ave. | 9 & 14 |
| Pennsauken United Methodist Church | 3451 Pennsylvania Ave. | 13, 17, & 18 |
| Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission | 6751 Westfield Ave. | 19 |
| Stonegate at Saint Stephen’s | 5101 Stonegate Dr. | 20 & 21 |
| Cooper River Plaza | 2400 McClellan Dr. | 22 |
Pennsauken’s Officer Brewer Makes Hollywood Debut In “Big George Foreman”
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
“Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World,” is now in theatres. Movie goers will be treated to not only a biopic on the amazing life of the world famous boxer, but see a stellar performance from Pennsauken Police Officer and Township native Charles Brewer, Jr. The son of former IBF super middleweight champ Charles “The Hatchet” Brewer, Charles the younger fell into a role in the upcoming film purely by happenstance.
Fire Chief, Firefighters, EMTs Take Oath Of Office During Special Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At a special ceremony during the March 16 Pennsauken Township Committee meeting, one dozen firefighters and emergency medical personnel took their oaths of office. Township Committeeman and Director of Public Safety Marco DiBattista swore in the first responders.
“As Public Safety Director, a member of Township Committee, and a resident of Pennsauken, to have an opportunity to swear in these first responders who serve our town at the highest level and put their lives on the line for other people, is an honor that words can’t describe,” said DiBattista. “This is what Pennsauken is all about.”
Pennsauken Spring Clean-Up And Nature Day On April 16
Because of the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, the Township’s Spring Clean-Up and Nature Day has been moved to Sunday, April 16. The times and locations will not change.
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a spring clean-up and nature day on Sunday, April 16. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 75 volunteers will be split between four locations: Tippin’s Pond, the boat ramp at Derousse Ave., Madison Park, and the Burrough-Dover House. In addition, kids will be able to enjoy fun nature activities at both Tippin’s Pond and Burrough-Dover House.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Moved To April 8
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Because of the steady rain and strong winds forecast for tomorrow, Pennsauken’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be POSTPONED to Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex.
Pennsauken families can once again grab their baskets for the Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and Kiddie Junction of Pennsauken, this year’s egg hunt will take place on Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, located at Powell and Collins avenues. The Easter Egg Hunt is open to children up to age 9.
Important Repairs Made On River Road Intersection
Last week, the Camden County Department of Public Works milled and repaved a section of road at the intersection of River Road and Derousse Avenue in Pennsauken after learning the area was in immediate need of repair.
Police Issue Statement Regarding Car Crash Overnight
The following is a statement from the Pennsauken Township Police Department regarding last night’s car crash:
On January 11, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., Pennsauken Police Responded to River Road and Springfield Avenue for a motor vehicle crash involving a 2008 Honda Civic and a 2016 Chevrolet pickup truck.
As a result of the crash, all occupants of both vehicles were transported to the hospital with injuries. One passenger, Grace Lopez of Woodlynne, NJ, age 19, was fatally injured. One of the passengers is in critical condition, another is in stable condition. This incident is still under investigation.
A Statement From Pennsauken Mayor Vince Martinez and Township Committeewoman Jessica Rafeh On Governor Murphy’s “State of the State” Address
We would like to thank New Jersey State Senator Nilsa Cruz-Pérez for her special invitation to Governor Murphy’s “State of the State” address on Jan. 10. It is so important to have all of New Jersey’s residents represented in Trenton; you are a shining example to our state’s Hispanic community and a true public servant.
Fire Chief Palumbo Retires, Succeeded By Hutton
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Township Committee announced a change in the leadership of the Pennsauken Township Fire Department. After almost three decades of service to the Pennsauken community, including 12 as fire chief, Joseph V. Palumbo, Sr. retired from the department affective December 31, 2022. His successor is 34-year-old Jonathan B. Hutton, a lifelong resident and third-generation Township firefighter.
New Mayor, Deputy Mayor Sworn In At Township Committee Reorganization
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
During the Jan. 6 Pennsauken Township Committee reorganization meeting, the governing body’s leadership was selected for 2023. Vince Martinez is the town’s newest mayor; and Patrick Olivo is this year’s deputy mayor. The is the first time the two have served Pennsauken in this capacity.
