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Pennsauken’s Annual Car And Bike Show Returns September 10
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken’s 31st annual Car and Bike Show will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hundreds of classic cars and bikes will be on display along part of the “Maple Mile,” starting at Pinsetter Bar and Bowl, the co-sponsor of the event located at 7111 Maple Ave., and extending towards Union Ave.
CCPO Major Crimes Unit Investigates Shooting of Man in Pennsauken
Information provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Pennsauken Police Department are investigating the shooting of a Pennsauken man on Friday morning, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Police Chief Phil Olivo.
On Friday, July 28, 2023, at approximately 2:15 a.m., the CCPO Major Crimes Unit and the Pennsauken Police Department responded to the shooting of a 29-year-old man at the 2000 block of 39th Street in Pennsauken, N.J. The victim who was suffering from gunshot wounds was subsequently transported to Cooper University Hospital by EMS, and he is currently in stable condition.
This investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact CCPO Major Crimes Unit Detective Jason Roland at (856) 225-5125 and Pennsauken Police Detective Mark Bristow at (856) 488-0080 ext.2420. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.
Notice Of Public Hearing On August 17
Pennsauken Township will be conducting a public hearing for the proposed Chestnut Ave. Rails to Trails Project between 36th St. and Euclid Ave. during the Township Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 17, 6:00 p.m. at the second floor of the Township Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd.
This hearing is being held to offer residents and interested parties the opportunity to comment and ask questions related to the project, which will be funded by a NJDOT grant. If you cannot attend in person, viewing the meeting is available through a YouTube live stream. Questions and comments can be shared via the chat option and will be addressed during the hearing. This live stream can be located at YouTube.com/PennsaukenTelevision.
Questions prior to the hearing can be directed to Elwood Martz at (856) 665-1000 x104 or emailed to emartz@pennsauken.gov.
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day Postponed
Yesterday, Pennsauken Township announced that the Senior Citizen Appreciation Day scheduled for June 8 at the Municipal Pool has been postponed to next week.
“Pennsauken Township Committee and our Parks and Recreation Department have made the decision to postpone Thursday’s Senior Citizen Appreciation Day at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool,” the Township said in an online statement. “The ongoing poor air quality issues from the Canadian wildfires prevent us from safely holding this event.”
The new date for this event is Thursday, June 15, from noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Municipal Pool. Anyone with questions regarding this change can contact seniors@pennsauken.gov or call 856-665-1000 x151 or x152.
New Jersey Primary Election On Tuesday, June 6
The 2023 New Jersey Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 6. Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
For those voting by mail, ballots were mailed out to eligible residents beginning in April. In addition to using the U.S. Mail, voters can also place their competed ballots in the drop box located in the Township’s municipal complex, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., by 8:00 p.m. on June 6.
Below is a list of polling locations for the upcoming election. Residents who have voted by mail in the past and wish to cast their votes in person at a polling place must do so via a provisional ballot.
Should residents have any questions, please feel free to contact the Pennsauken Clerk’s Office at (856) 665-1000 x122 or x124.
Polling Location |
Street Address |
District #s |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Lutheran Church | 5600 North Rt. 130 | 1, 11, & 24 |
| Pennsauken Free Public Library | 5605 North Rt. 130 | 2, 7, 12, &15 |
| Faith Independent Bible Church | 7651 Rogers Ave. | 3 & 23 |
| Martin Luther Christian School | 4106 Terrace Ave. | 4 & 16 |
| Pennsauken Municipal Court | 2400 Bethel Ave. | 5 |
| Pennsauken Senior Towers | 8001 Maple Ave. | 6 |
| Homestead Youth Center | 4771 Willow Ave. | 8 & 10 |
| St. Mathews United Methodist Church | 1665 Derousse Ave. | 9 & 14 |
| Pennsauken United Methodist Church | 3451 Pennsylvania Ave. | 13, 17, & 18 |
| Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission | 6751 Westfield Ave. | 19 |
| Stonegate at Saint Stephen’s | 5101 Stonegate Dr. | 20 & 21 |
| Cooper River Plaza | 2400 McClellan Dr. | 22 |
Pennsauken’s Officer Brewer Makes Hollywood Debut In “Big George Foreman”
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
“Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World,” is now in theatres. Movie goers will be treated to not only a biopic on the amazing life of the world famous boxer, but see a stellar performance from Pennsauken Police Officer and Township native Charles Brewer, Jr. The son of former IBF super middleweight champ Charles “The Hatchet” Brewer, Charles the younger fell into a role in the upcoming film purely by happenstance.
Fire Chief, Firefighters, EMTs Take Oath Of Office During Special Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At a special ceremony during the March 16 Pennsauken Township Committee meeting, one dozen firefighters and emergency medical personnel took their oaths of office. Township Committeeman and Director of Public Safety Marco DiBattista swore in the first responders.
“As Public Safety Director, a member of Township Committee, and a resident of Pennsauken, to have an opportunity to swear in these first responders who serve our town at the highest level and put their lives on the line for other people, is an honor that words can’t describe,” said DiBattista. “This is what Pennsauken is all about.”
Pennsauken Spring Clean-Up And Nature Day On April 16
Because of the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, the Township’s Spring Clean-Up and Nature Day has been moved to Sunday, April 16. The times and locations will not change.
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a spring clean-up and nature day on Sunday, April 16. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 75 volunteers will be split between four locations: Tippin’s Pond, the boat ramp at Derousse Ave., Madison Park, and the Burrough-Dover House. In addition, kids will be able to enjoy fun nature activities at both Tippin’s Pond and Burrough-Dover House.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Moved To April 8
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Because of the steady rain and strong winds forecast for tomorrow, Pennsauken’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be POSTPONED to Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex.
Pennsauken families can once again grab their baskets for the Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and Kiddie Junction of Pennsauken, this year’s egg hunt will take place on Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, located at Powell and Collins avenues. The Easter Egg Hunt is open to children up to age 9.
Important Repairs Made On River Road Intersection
Last week, the Camden County Department of Public Works milled and repaved a section of road at the intersection of River Road and Derousse Avenue in Pennsauken after learning the area was in immediate need of repair.
