Monthly Archives: April 2021
Six Figure Grant From PSEG Foundation Helps Food Bank Of South Jersey
When the pandemic struck, demand for food increased at the Food Bank of South Jersey, an organization dedicated to helping the food insecure.
So, when PSEG and the PSEG Foundation donated $150,000 to the Pennsauken, New Jersey-based organization as part of the Foundation’s COVID-19 support grants, the funds were “sufficient to feed almost a half-million meals,” said Fred Wasiak, president and CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey, calculating that a single dollar can provide more than three meals.
Commissioners Open Pop-Up Vaccine Site At Cooper River
On Wednesday, April 28, from noon to 5:00 p.m., the Camden County Health Department, in partnership with the Rutgers School of Nursing, and Cooper University Health Care will be operating a pop-up vaccination clinic for residents at Cooper River Park, 1301 North Park Drive, Pennsauken NJ. The vaccine clinic will be open to walk-ups in the heavily utilized greenspace.
Eligibility Expands At Camden County Vaccination Site
Information provided by Camden County Board of Commissioners
Beginning today, Monday, April 19, the state of New Jersey has expanded the population eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to all adult residents. Anyone who has not scheduled their vaccine appointment at the Camden County Vaccination Center in Blackwood is encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Thousands of new appointment slots will be made available this week for the expansion of eligibility.
Work To Begin On John Tipton Boulevard
Pennsauken Township’s Engineering Department has announced that a project to repave a section of John Tipton Blvd. is slated to begin on Monday, April 19.
The scope of the work runs the stretch of John Tipton Blvd. between the Food Bank of South Jersey and River Rd. Initially, concrete work will focus on ADA ramps, as well as curbs and gutters. Two-way traffic will be maintained on John Tipton Blvd. during this initial phase of construction. The road will be closed during milling and paving, and a detour will be put in place, which should only last two to three days.
The anticipated duration of this construction project is approximately two months.
A Visual Wonder: Concrete Genie
By Rachael Shugars, AAP Entertainment Writer
I like adventure games. I like the thrill of a good story line. I love sprawling, beautiful graphics. They keep me coming back for more and can, sometimes, lead to hours of gaming without even realizing it. The game I’m reviewing this month was a surprise discovery thanks to my 5-year-old, who saw the cover and insisted that I download the game immediately. He’s just so darn cute, I couldn’t say no. And I’m glad I didn’t. Pixelopus designed a game through Sony called Concrete Genie. It’s available through the PlayStation 4 console.
PHS Teacher Shares Love Of Music At New Studio Location
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A teacher from Pennsauken High School is encouraging the love of music and song at a brand-new studio location.
Kate Guenther has been teaching theatre and vocal music at PHS since 2005. She formed Musik Haus in 2008 and just recently moved into a larger, more open space.
Pennsauken Township, Catalyst Experiential Cut Ribbon On Community Landmark
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
For the past two years, Catalyst Experiential, a Newtown Square-based company that integrates visual communication technology with local landmarks, infrastructure, and community experiences, has worked with the Township of Pennsauken to create something truly unique that welcomes residents and visitors into the community. On Rt. 38, a gaudy, pink-colored building that once held a stereo repair shop has been transformed into a “living clocktower,” a landmark with green spaces, water features, and more, all created without any financial cost to the Township or its taxpayers.
Tackling Residential Parking Issues In Pennsauken
By Lt. Gerald Henkel, Pennsauken Township Police Department
In the past few months, the Pennsauken Police Department has received numerous calls about residential parking issues. These complaints are especially important to our residents who live on streets where parking spots are more limited. The most common situations are related to abandoned vehicles, trailers, boats, and commercial vehicles. In an effort to alleviate these complaints, we would just like to remind residents that there are several Township ordinances that address these complaints. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for all the residents of the community.
The Home Inspection School Of New Jersey Offering FREE Registration
SPONSORED POST: Free registration is available for The Home Inspection School of New Jersey! Train to become a certified New Jersey home inspector! The next class session begins on Tuesday, April 20. For more details, call 856-882-9611.
South Jersey Sanitation Sold, Becomes Seaside Waste
By Joe Scavuzzo, Director, Department of Public Works
In early March, Pennsauken Township was notified that our current waste collection contractor, South Jersey Sanitation, Inc., was sold to a group with “over forty years of national solid waste operations experience.” This new management team looks to re-brand the company as “Seaside Waste,” featuring a new truck color and elevating the level of service.
