Monthly Archives: November 2016
Ed Ramming Insurance Agency: Serving Community For Decades
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Ed Ramming has lived in Pennsauken for all but six months of his 76 years. He’d joke that it feels like that he’s been in business that long too. But Ed still takes the insurance game seriously, working out the office attached to his home along Westfield Ave.
Food Adventures: Eclipse Brewing Opens In Merchantville
By Rachael Rivera, AAP Columnist
Eclipse Brewing has recently joined the ranks in our local brewery selection in Pennsauken, Merchantville, and the surrounding areas. They just opened on Oct. 9; and being a craft brew fan myself, I had to explore this place. This “nano-brewery” really blew me away. I got there a little bit before they opened and got to see the hustle and bustle behind the scenes as the brew master began his work.
Athene Chapter Holds Tom Thumb Wedding
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
Thumbs up for Tom’s wedding!
In late September, Athene Chapter #201 O.E.S. of New Jersey held a delightful event at the Masonic Temple on Park Ave. in Collins Tract. It was a “wedding,” both big and small at the same time.
It was big, because it was also a generous charity fundraising event; and it was small, because it was a “Tom Thumb” wedding celebration.
Responsible Use Of Technology Lecture On November 7
Howard M. Phifer Middle School is hosting a special program on Monday, Nov. 7, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Pennsauken Community Dedicates PHS Veterans Monument
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
On a clear and sun-filled Thursday in October, members of the Pennsauken community gathered on the grounds of Pennsauken High School. Alumni and veterans; staff and students; public officials and honored guests; all came together to dedicate a special monument that honors Pennsauken’s veterans – both PHS alumni and residents alike – who served their country in the Armed Forces.
Safe Families, Safe Communities Forum Held In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, a special event was held in response to the senseless and tragic death of Jamil Baskerville, Jr., the two-year-old Pennsauken boy allegedly killed by his mother’s boyfriend, Zachary Tricoche last August.
General Election Polling Locations
By Gene Padalino, Township of Pennsauken Clerk
The general election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Polling locations will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Below is a list of polling locations for the upcoming election. Should residents have any questions, please feel free to contact the Clerk’s Office at (856) 665-1000 ext. 122 or 124.
| Polling Location | Street Address | District #s |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsauken Fire Company #2 | 2215 Merchantville Ave. | 1 & 24 |
| Riverview Village Community Center | 407 Riverview Rd. | 2 |
| Faith Independent Bible Church | 7651 Rogers Ave. | 3 & 23 |
| Lutheran Senior Residence | 5610 Rt. #130 | 4 & 16 |
| Municipal Court | 2400 Bethel Ave. | 5 |
| Pennsauken Senior Towers | 8001 Maple Ave. | 6 |
| Pennsauken Free Public Library | 5605 N. Rt. 130 | 7 |
| Homestead Youth Center | 4771 Willow Ave. | 8 & 10 |
| St. Mathews United Methodist Church | 1665 Derousse Ave. | 9 & 14 |
| Temple Lutheran Church | 5600 N. Rt. #130 | 11 |
| Macaro’s Catering | 6225 Westfield Ave. | 12 |
| Masonic Lodge | 6926 Park Ave. | 13 & 18 |
| Faith Worship Center | 550 49th St. | 15 |
| Pennsauken United Methodist Church | 3541 Pennsylvania Ave. | 17 |
| Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission | 6751 Westfield Ave. | 19 |
| Stonegate Apartments | 5105 Stonegate Dr. | 20 & 21 |
| Cooper River Plaza | 2400 McClellan Dr. | 22 |
Preparing To Celebrate Pennsauken’s 125th Anniversary
By John Kneib, Mayor of Pennsauken Township
Pennsauken Township is just a few months away from a very big birthday. On February 18, 2017, our town will turn 125 years old. And I think Pennsauken looks pretty good for its age.
Fundraiser To Benefit DiPascale’s “Gaet”
DiPascale’s, otherwise known as Meadowbrook Food Market, is asking the Pennsauken community to “Save the Date for Gaet.”
A Retraction
In the Superintendent’s Message published in the November 2016 issue of All Around Pennsauken, we refer to the Superintendent as “Dr. Tarchichi.” When we first interviewed Superintendent Tarchichi, he indicated that the defense of his doctoral dissertation was occurring in July 2016. We were unaware that this had been rescheduled for December.
We have received clarification from Superintendent Tarchichi and several readers. We have corrected the online version of the article and apologize for any confusion this may have caused. We appreciate the feedback we’ve received to make our newspaper better.
