Category Archives: Community
TONIGHT: Referendum Public Meeting At Roosevelt School
On Monday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m., there will be a public meeting at Roosevelt Elementary School, 5526 Wisteria Ave. District officials will be on hand to discuss the bond referendum and talk in length about the high tech high school proposed at Roosevelt.
The Pennsauken School District is asking residents to consider a bond referendum that will make significant improvements to every public school throughout the Township. The vote, to be held on Tuesday, March 13, will allocate almost $36 million for various initiatives, while actually reducing school taxes for Pennsauken households.
PASA, Town Watch Meetings Tonight
Two important community groups are holding meetings this evening. The public is invited to attend.
PASA
Please join the Pennsauken Alliance on Substance Abuse (PASA) as they work to educate the community about ways to stop abuse of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. The organization’s next meeting will be on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 7:00 p.m., at Temple Lutheran Church, 5600 North Route 130, Pennsauken, NJ 08110.
Town Watch
Pennsauken’s Town Watch hosts its next meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at the Pennsauken Police Department, Second Floor. Come learn how to make our community safer. For more information, call (856) 488-0080 ext. 2417.
Lucky Hearts Senior Bingo On February 20
The Camden County Board of Freeholders presents Lucky Hearts: Free Senior Bingo on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Camden County Boathouse in Pennsauken. Doors will open at 11:00 a.m., at which time there will be entertainment and lunch will be served. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. You must be a Camden County resident to attend.
To RSVP please contact Tom Castellano by calling (856) 858-2986 or e-mailing Tom.Castellano@camdencounty.com.
Eagles Day At Cooper River Park Ice Rink February 3
The Freeholder Board will host Eagles Day at the Cooper River Park ice rink on Feb. 3.
“Bring the entire family this Saturday and wear your Eagles green to win great gear and prizes,” said Freeholder Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Parks Department. “This is another reason to visit one of Camden County’s great parks while supporting the hometown team.”
Meet former Eagles player Hollis Thomas and Bex from 96.5 FM from noon to 2 p.m.
Tax Help Available At Pennsauken Library In February
The Pennsauken Free Public Library is once again hosting AARP Tax Help sessions. This free service begins on Thursday, Feb. 1, in the Library’s Community Room and will be offered Wednesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., through April 12.
Have You Seen Danielle?
Danielle Tocco has been missing since December 23, 2017. Her family is very concerned and wants her to come home. Tocco is a Pennsauken native who last seen near Baxter Ave. in town. She was also seen in Camden, NJ.
Any one with information regarding Danielle is asked to contact her mother, Christine, at (609) 678-7515 or the local police where she is located.
Pennsauken Police Department: (856) 488-0080
Camden County Police Department: (856) 757-7400
Angel Tree Helps Dozens Of Families During Holidays
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Thanks to the generosity of the local community, Pennsauken’s Angel Tree program was one of the most successful it’s ever been. Last month, over 50 families in need were helped during the holidays.
Dunkin’ Donuts Offering Free Medium Hot Coffee in Pennsauken
Dunkin’ Donuts’ “Brewing Joy” program is returning for the second year running, where the brand is saying thank you to its guests and the local community the best way it knows how – with coffee.
To celebrate the joy and warmth of the season, on Wednesday, Dec. 20, starting at 7:30 a.m., Dunkin’ Donuts will offer the first 500 guests at its 6830 S. Crescent Blvd. location a free Medium Hot Coffee.
Additionally, Dunkin’ Donuts will help bring joy to local children whose lives are affected by hunger by making a $1,000 donation to the Food Bank of South Jersey. Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders and mascot SWOOP will join representatives from Dunkin’ Brands to present the donation to the Food Bank of South Jersey.
The free coffee and donation are part of Dunkin’ Donuts’ national “Brewing Joy” program, in which 23 cities across the country will be celebrating the joy of the season by offering Dunkin’ Donuts’ signature hot coffee for free at select stores between Dec. 1 and Dec. 20, and donating $25,000 to local organizations to help bring joy to local children.
Bone Marrow Donor Match Drive Held At PHS On December 14
A donor match drive to help battle life-threatening blood cancers and other diseases will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd.
Pennsauken’s Interactive Holiday Light Map For 2017
Judging for the 2017 Holiday Light Contest begins tonight! Thank you to everyone who submitted their homes for consideration. To view an interactive map highlighting various homes throughout town decorated for the holidays, click here.
