Monthly Archives: May 2024
Memorial Day Events This Weekend
Several wreath laying ceremonies in observance of those members of the military who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces will be held throughout Memorial Day Weekend in both Pennsauken and Merchantville. The public is encouraged to attend these events.
Video Of 2023 PHS Memorial Day Ceremony Now Available
The 2023 Memorial Day Ceremony from Alumni Veterans Memorial Plaza at Pennsauken High School is now on Facebook and Vimeo.
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY. Alumni Veterans Memorial Plaza. Pennsauken High School. May 26, 2023. from MageeMedia on Vimeo.
Public Meeting On Transit-Oriented Development In Pennsauken Planned For May 21
The Pennsauken Transit Center Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Study Project Team invites community members to a open house-style public meeting on Tuesday, May 21, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd. This meeting aims to gather valuable feedback on making the area surrounding the Pennsauken Transit Center more welcoming, connected, and pedestrian-friendly. Housing options will be a key focus of the proposed improvements, and community input is crucial for integrating these effectively.
The project, led by NJ TRANSIT’s Transit Friendly Planning Program staff, underscores the importance of community engagement in envisioning TOD at the Pennsauken Transit Center. Throughout 2024, the team will be actively participating in community events to ensure a broad range of voices are heard.
Merchantville Holds 150th Anniversary Celebration
Merchantville celebrates its 150th anniversary on May 18 and 19. To mark the occasion, Borough leaders and a host of volunteers have orchestrated an incredible program of events to note the history, accomplishments, and future of the town. Led by Mayor Ted Brennan, the effort began over a year before the anniversary and included a number of signature events to drum up excitement for the town’s sesquicentennial.
The anniversary weekend includes a parade and a traditional birthday celebration. Residents and surrounding communities are invited to take part in the celebration. The parade includes local marching bands, mummers and a caravan of creative floats designed by Merchantville’s clubs and organizations.
Obituary: Maryanne Merritt
Maryanne K. Merritt (nee Martin), age 81 years of Pennsauken, passed away on May 9, 2024.
Maryanne was the beloved wife of John R. Merritt; devoted mother of Jennifer Dolan (Adrian) and Elizabeth Merritt (Tim Simmons); loving grandmother of Norah, Julia, Amelia, and Madeleine; and dear sister of Eileen Paul (Joseph) and the late Claire Martin. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Obituary: Thomas E. Francesconi
Thomas E. Francesconi, from Pennsauken, formerly of Camden, passed away on May 6, 2024, in Fort Myers, Florida. Loving husband of Marie (Nardi) for 56 years. Devoted father of Thomas (Maria), Rosemarie (Austin) Duus, Valerie (Charles) Wigginton, and Joseph. Devoted grandfather of Victoria, Cecilia, Thomas, Charlie, Caroline, Joseph, Bella, and Giolina. Brother-in-law of Dorothy Francesconi and Barbara Nardi. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Local Memorial Day Events Pay Tribute To Fallen Heroes
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Every May, a variety of meaningful events lead up to Memorial Day, an important remembrance of those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
