Monthly Archives: September 2020
Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 130 Ramp Closures Begin Tomorrow
Route 130 northbound ramp closed and detoured for several weeks
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced a daytime closure of the ramp from Route 130 southbound to the Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 90 westbound and a long-term closure of the ramp from Route 130 northbound to the Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 90 westbound, as a concrete repair project advances in Pennsauken.
Freeholders Launch Rental Assistance Program
The Freeholder Board is launching a new program aimed at supporting renters at risk of losing their homes or facing an eviction threat due to lost employment or income caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Camden County Rental Assistance Program makes available up to six months of back rent (April 2020 through September 2020) for a maximum of $4,000. While tenants will apply to take part in the program, payments will be made directly to landlords.
Family Dollar Announces Grand Opening In Pennsauken
Family Dollar, a leading small format and convenience retailer, has announced plans for a grand opening in Pennsauken.
PSE&G To Begin Gas Main, Service Replacement On Several Township Roads
Staring this week, PSE&G will begin replacing existing gas mains and services on several roads in Pennsauken. The following Township roads are included in this project:
- Baxter Ave.
- Burning Tree Ct.
- Burning Tree Rd.
- Corbett Ave.
- Corbett Rd.
- Finlaw Ave.
- Gladwyn Ave.
- Grant Ave.
- Jackson Ave.
- Pettit Ct.
- Pettit Ln.
- Petttit Rd.
- Starr Rd.
- Wyndam Rd.
PSE&G will also be replacing the gas main on a section of Union Ave.
Detectives Investigating Fatal Shooting On Westfield
Information Provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
Detectives are investigating after a man was fatally shot in Pennsauken Wednesday evening, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Pennsauken Police Chief John Nettleton.
Remember The Fallen Display Opens At Veterans Island
The Camden County Board of Freeholders and military partners are hosting a 7-day photographic war memorial exhibit to thank and honor all of our veterans from The War on Terror and their families for their service and sacrifice. The exhibit will be open 24/7 to view from Wednesday, Sept. 9, through Tuesday, Sept. 15, on Veterans Island at Cooper River Park, located behind LaScala’s Birra, 5300 North Park Drive, in Pennsauken. Masks must be worn and social distancing will be enforced.
Mayor Announces 9-11 Flag Placement Will Occur Thursday Evening
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
In a video posted on social media, Pennsauken Mayor Tim Killion announced that there will be a flag placement at the town’s 9-11 Memorial the evening of Thursday, Sept. 10.
Pennsauken Man Arrested, Charged In Fatal Camden Stabbing
Information Provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
A Pennsauken man was arrested and charged in connection with an Aug. 25 fight that led to the fatal stabbing of another man, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Camden County Police Chief Joseph Wysocki.
New Procedures For Visitors Coming To Municipal Building
While the Township’s Municipal Building, located at 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., is open to the public, there are several new protocols in place to protect both visitors and staff during the coronavirus outbreak.
Pennsauken Car And Bike Parade Held On September 19
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
In lieu of the annual Car and Bike Show, Pennsauken Township and its Department of Parks and Recreation are holding two parades on Saturday, Sept. 19, which will feature many of the classic vehicles you’d normally see at the show.
