Monthly Archives: July 2016
Pennsauken Board Of Education Celebrates Our Graduates
By the Pennsauken Board of Education: Nick Perry, President; Allyson Meloni-Scavuzzo, Vice President; Cheryl Duffy; Michael Hurley; Diane Johnson; Leona Moss; Meg Snyder; Orlando Viera; and JoAnn Young
As the 2015-2016 school year has officially ended, the Board of Education recognizes those students who are transitioning from middle school to high school and the PHS Class of 2016. As our outstanding students move onto new endeavors, we would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of these wonderful students that truly make us Pennsauken Proud!
Obituaries: Longtime Residents And Those Taken Too Soon
Matthew Feriozzi, age 19, passed away on June 4, 2016. Matthew was the beloved son of Anthony and Carol (nee Keiser); devoted brother of Ashley Feriozzi (Alex S. Kremstein) and Tyler Feriozzi; and loving uncle of Parker Kremstein. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Pennsauken Holds First-Ever Food Truck Event
Pennsauken’s Bite Night is the Township’s first-ever food truck event. Scheduled for both Thursday, Aug. 18 and Thursday, Sept. 15, the event, which runs from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Township Municipal Complex, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., will feature a variety of mobile food purveyors.
Over a dozen food trucks are slated to attend both Bite Nights, including Bro Ritos, Cooper River Lunch and Munch, and Beast of the Street.
Food trucks interested in participating can contact Adrian Casey at (856) 665-1000 x161.
PYACT Peformance Of “Elf The Musical, Jr.” July 22-24
The Pennsauken Youth Action Committee performance of “Elf The Musical Jr” will be held July 22-24 at the Pennsauken Intermediate School in the air-conditioned auditorium/music room.
Phase One Of Tackling Abandoned And Vacant Properties Almost Complete
By Tracey Howarth, Pennsauken Township Abandoned/Vacant Property Initiative
To start, I wanted to say thank you to our residents that took the time to call and reach out with information, ideas and concerns. We’ve received a lot of positive feedback and great information from you all. It’s refreshing and exciting to see so many people willing to help and share their ideas.
Christmas In July Luau Supports Angel Tree Program
The Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Christmas in July Luau on Thursday, July 28, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Inglesby and Sons Funeral Home, 2426 Cove Rd. For a $20 donation, participants will enjoy food, drinks, and entertainment.
Proceeds from the luau benefits Pennsauken’s Angel Tree program, which collects new, unwrapped toys for families in need. Last year, over 30 Pennsauken families were helped during the holidays thanks to donations to the Angel Tree.
Attendees are asked to R.S.V.P. to Nancy Ellis at (856) 438-0833 or pmac1team@gmail.com by July 21.
Maintaining Properties Helps Make Pennsauken A Great Place To Live And Visit
By John Kneib, Mayor of Pennsauken Township
Summer is officially in full swing; and many of our residents are taking full advantage of the warmer temperatures, not just for recreational purposes, but also to get outside to do some work on their properties. Our Township is doing the exact same thing.
Pennsauken Police Unveil Safe Exchange Zone
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Pennsauken Police Department recently created a Safe Exchange Zone for use by members of the community.
Alumni Plan To Create Veterans Monument At Pennsauken High School
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Several members of Pennsauken High School’s alumni are raising funds to create a monument on the school’s grounds to honor both alumni and residents who have served their country in the Armed Forces.
Phifer Middle School Holds Promotion Ceremony For Eighth Graders
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
A scheduled outdoor promotion ceremony quickly became an indoor event for Howard M. Phifer’s eighth grade graduation class. And although the weather appeared to dampen the evening, it certainly didn’t even come close to dampening the spirits of the approximately 350 students completely ready to move on to high school and start some serious plans for their future.
