Monthly Archives: April 2022
Obituary: Yolanda Nasuti
Yolanda Rita Nasuti (nee Fala), 93, of Pennsauken, passed away peacefully on April 20, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 14, 1928, at Lankenau Hospital in the beautiful Wynnewood section of Philadelphia, to loving parents Alfonso and Carmela Fala.
As a girl, Yolanda attended church and school at “Our Lady of Angels” Parish in the Italian section of West Philadelphia, followed by two years at a nearby trade school where she studied sewing. During her second year, Yolanda left to help financially support her family and began work “on the line” at Whitman’s Chocolates on 4th and Race streets in Philadelphia. It’s said she was one of the fastest on the line, so when CEO Mr. Whitman came to visit, her supervisor always brought him to see Yolanda’s work!
Growing Pennsauken’s Town Watch
By Pennsauken Police Chief Philip Olivo
I am happy to announce that the Pennsauken Police Department is looking to grow our Town Watch. The Pennsauken Town Watch is a program that consists of a partnership between the Pennsauken Police Department and the citizens of the community, where we work together to keep our neighborhoods safe.
Police Break Up Fight At Sycamore Ridge
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Pennsauken Township Police Department provided a public safety report via social media this afternoon regarding a fight that occurred at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
Mark Your Calendars: New Jersey’s Bag Ban Begins May 4
By The Pennsauken Environmental Commission
Beginning May 4, New Jersey law will ban retailers, food service businesses, and grocery stores from providing single-use plastic and paper bags to customers. In addition, this new law will prevent food service businesses from providing polystyrene foam containers. Here is a quick primer on how this change impacts Pennsauken residents.
Health And Wellness Fair Held April 30
True Covenant Worship Center, located at 4415 Marlton Pike in Pennsauken, is holding its first annual health and wellness fair on Saturday, April 30. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the event features healthcare screenings, family resources, vendors, free food, entertainment, a bouncy house, and much more.
For more information, visit @TrueCovenantWC on Facebook.
Pennsauken Township Launches Community Cat Trap Rental Program
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Township is sponsoring a trap rental program to help residents manage the community cat populations in their neighborhoods.
Traps are currently available by appointment only, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., Pennsauken, NJ 08110. During the appointment, residents will receive instruction on the proper use and deployment of the trap. Also at that time, individuals must provide proof of residency in the form of a valid photo ID, as well as a recent household bill.
Shredding Event Held In Pennsauken On May 14
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission is hosting its annual shredding event at the Park Avenue School Campus, 8201 Park Ave., on Saturday, May 14, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
This paper-only shredding event is solely for Pennsauken and Merchantville residents, not businesses; those who attend must bring an I.D. Items for shredding should be placed in the rear of the vehicle, such as a trunk, truck bed, or an unoccupied back seat.
Got Cut? Barbershop Reopens For Business
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
After being closed down due to the pandemic, a son on dialysis with a rare kidney disease, and a fire underneath his barbershop, no one would blame Joey Lopez, owner of Got Cut?, from walking away for good. But the thought never crossed his mind; and Got Cut? Barbershop is once again open for business after two years of challenges.
Celebrate Trails Day Held April 23
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and The Circuit Trails are hosting a free event on Celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 23.
Held from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Eclipse Brewing, 25 East Park Ave. in Merchantville, the celebration includes free food for the first 50 attendees, courtesy of Red’s Rolling Restaurant; pony rides; bike tune ups (be sure to bring your bicycle); live music (900 songs by request); an exercise and nutrition class from Movement 4 Wellness; great giveaways; and an opportunity to learn more about the growing Burlington-Camden Trail.
Hosted on the fourth Saturday of April, Celebrate Trails Day is an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems.
PYAA Football And Cheer Registration Now Open
Registration for Pennsauken Youth Athletic Activities (PYAA) fall football and cheerleading is held every Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to noon, at the PYAA Field House, 3501 Elm Ave., in Pennsauken.
