American Legion Post Offers Camaraderie, Support
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor When John Brouse came back home from serving in the Persian Gulf, he struggled to deal with post traumatic stress disorder. By his own admission, it prevented him from attending social events. But an invitation…
Woman’s Club Of Merchantville Sponsors Spelling Bee
The Woman’s Club of Merchantville sponsored the 26th annual spelling bee for fourth and fifth graders from the Merchantville, Maple Shade, and Pennsauken school systems. Forty contestants, selected by their schools, competed for a spot in the regional bee. The…
Pennsauken Environmental Commission Seeks New Members
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission is currently seeking two new members to fill open volunteer positions. The Environmental Commission was established for the protection, development or use of natural resources, and conducts research into the use of open land located throughout…
Greening In February: Adding Plants To Brighten Indoor Spaces
By Betsy McBride On Behalf Of The Pennsauken Environmental Commission We all know how long the short month of February can be. It is dark, cold, and unpredictable. We spend many days and nights indoors. We get grouchy, sick, or…
Local Students Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. With Service Project
On Jan. 16, students at Martin Luther Christian School in Pennsauken participated in a school-wide service project in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Students and faculty worked together to make cookies and flower arrangements for the neighboring citizens…
Woman’s Club Hosting Trip To Get Some “Respect”
The Women’s Club of Merchantville is hosting a trip to see the play “Respect: A Musical Journey of Women” at the Penn’s Landing Playhouse on Wednesday, May 13. An international hit musical, “Respect: A Musical Journey of Women” is a…
Pennsauken Resident Awarded 2015 Martin Luther King Freedom Medal
Pennsauken resident Gabriel Camacho was one of fifteen Camden County residents honored for their unselfish contributions to improving their community at the 2015 Camden County Freedom Medal Ceremony. The award, created by the Freeholder Board in 2001, is presented to…
Pennsauken Lions To Adopt Blood Collection Center, Host Pancake Breakfast
The Pennsauken Lions Club will be sponsoring “Lions Day” at the Red Cross Blood Collection Center in Pennsauken on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The collection center is located at 5425 Marlton Pike, also known as…
Working Together To Make Pennsauken Great In 2015
By Rick Taylor, Mayor of Pennsauken Township As we begin a brand new year in Pennsauken, I would like to thank our community for allowing me to once again serve as your mayor.
Fundraiser For CHOP Held At Pinsetter Bar And Bowl On Feb. 7
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor Most grassroots fundraisers happen because of tragedy. Either someone is very sick or in dire straits; or family and friends wish to honor the memory of someone who passed away far too soon. But every…