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Police Issue Statement Regarding Car Crash Overnight
The following is a statement from the Pennsauken Township Police Department regarding last night’s car crash:
On January 11, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., Pennsauken Police Responded to River Road and Springfield Avenue for a motor vehicle crash involving a 2008 Honda Civic and a 2016 Chevrolet pickup truck.
As a result of the crash, all occupants of both vehicles were transported to the hospital with injuries. One passenger, Grace Lopez of Woodlynne, NJ, age 19, was fatally injured. One of the passengers is in critical condition, another is in stable condition. This incident is still under investigation.
A Statement From Pennsauken Mayor Vince Martinez and Township Committeewoman Jessica Rafeh On Governor Murphy’s “State of the State” Address
We would like to thank New Jersey State Senator Nilsa Cruz-Pérez for her special invitation to Governor Murphy’s “State of the State” address on Jan. 10. It is so important to have all of New Jersey’s residents represented in Trenton; you are a shining example to our state’s Hispanic community and a true public servant.
Fire Chief Palumbo Retires, Succeeded By Hutton
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Township Committee announced a change in the leadership of the Pennsauken Township Fire Department. After almost three decades of service to the Pennsauken community, including 12 as fire chief, Joseph V. Palumbo, Sr. retired from the department affective December 31, 2022. His successor is 34-year-old Jonathan B. Hutton, a lifelong resident and third-generation Township firefighter.
New Mayor, Deputy Mayor Sworn In At Township Committee Reorganization
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
During the Jan. 6 Pennsauken Township Committee reorganization meeting, the governing body’s leadership was selected for 2023. Vince Martinez is the town’s newest mayor; and Patrick Olivo is this year’s deputy mayor. The is the first time the two have served Pennsauken in this capacity.
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 man on Saturday evening, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Acting Police Chief Phillip Olivo.
Pennsauken Community Center Coming To Westfield Avenue
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Township Committee and its municipal administration are excited to announce that a brand new community center will be built along Westfield Ave. as part of the town’s Community Recreation Complex. This historic multi-million dollar project is made possible entirely through federal funding, without impacting municipal taxes.
Pennsauken Kicks Off Holiday Season With Parade, Family Events
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The holiday season is almost upon us, and Pennsauken Township is ready to celebrate! Later this month, residents can look forward to the town’s annual parade, several community events, and the town’s annual initiative to help those in need during the holidays.
Pennsauken’s 41st Annual Holiday Parade On November 26
The 41st annual Pennsauken Holiday Parade marches down Westfield Ave. at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26. This perennial favorite for children of all ages features fire engines, holiday-themed floats, musical entertainment, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
The Holiday Parade begins at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Facility on Bethel Ave. and ends at 44th St. Pennsauken families are invited to bundle up, set up along the parade route, and help little ones to scoop up a variety of candied favorites.
“There’s nothing like a parade to start off the holiday season, and Pennsauken has a great one lined up for the Saturday after Thanksgiving,” said Pennsauken Mayor Jessica Rafeh. “This is a great event for the whole family, and we really hope to see a lot of our residents there.”
Pennsauken natives who have moved out of the area and others unable to attend can watch streaming video of the Holiday Parade via Facebook Live on the “Pennsauken Television” page.
Community groups are encouraged to participate in the parade. Their involvement will go a long way to bringing joy and hope to Pennsauken families during this festive season.
For more information about the Holiday Parade, call (856) 665-1000, ext. 151 or email jvazquez@pennsauken.gov. You can also visit PennsaukenEvents.com and “Pennsauken Township Holiday Parade” on Facebook.
Tree Lighting Held On December 7
For the third year in a row, Pennsauken’s municipal complex will be aglow during the town’s Holiday Tree Lighting. Held on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., residents will be able to stroll through a holiday light display at the Township’s Municipal Building Complex, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd.
“Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their friends will once again help us light the tree for the holidays,” said Mayor Rafeh. “Afterwards, they’ll be greeting residents who stop by to enjoy a fun and entertaining light display.”
Santa Claus will arrive via fire truck, courtesy of the Pennsauken Township Fire Department. From there, Jolly Ole’ Saint Nicholas will join Township officials and some other special friends to officially light the Township’s evergreen tree for the holiday season.
“We have a variety of activities planned throughout the event,” added Vazquez. “You’ll be able to take photos with holiday characters, make a tasty purchase from several food trucks, and enjoy your favorite holiday songs.”
In addition, children who want their letters to Santa delivered to the North Pole can drop them off that evening in a special mailbox set up on site. Mr. Claus will read some of these notes in a special video that will be shared later in the month on Pennsauken Television’s YouTube channel and via social media.
The Township will also be accepting new, unwrapped toys during that time for the annual Angel Tree program, which helps local families in need during the holidays.
Angel Tree Program
Once again, Pennsauken residents and businesses are preparing to pitch in to help children in the community during the holiday season through the Angel Tree program.
Last year, dozens of Pennsauken families were helped through the Angel Tree program; the initiative for 2022 hopes to support the same number of families.
“Each and every year, the Pennsauken community really steps up for the Angel Tree program,” said Vazquez. “A lot of residents, businesses, and organizations are extremely generous with a variety of donations.”
Individuals can purchase a new, unwrapped toy and leave it at the Pennsauken Township Municipal Building, Route 130 and Merchantville Ave., from Nov. 28 through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated.
For more information or to volunteer for the Angel Tree program, call (856) 665-1000, ext. 151 or email jvazquez@pennsauken.gov.
Pennsauken Police Make Arrest In Shooting
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
In a social media post today, Pennsauken Township Police announced the arrest of a suspect connected to a shooting earlier this morning.
New Jersey General Election Held Tuesday, November 8
By Pam Forman, Township Clerk
The 2022 New Jersey General Election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 8. 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 in late September. 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 Nov. 8.
Early voting is open now through Nov. 6. For more details, visit the New Jersey Voter Information Portal at https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote.shtml.
A list of polling locations for this month’s election can be found below. 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 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 |
A Time for Giving: AFSCME Collecting Toys for St. Christopher’s Children’s Hospital
By Rey Rivera, President for AFSMCE Local 2278
The Pennsauken Public Works Department and AFSCME Local 2278 would like to welcome everyone to join us in donating for our yearly toy drive. We will be collecting new unwrapped toys for the boys and girls at St. Christopher’s Children’s Hospital. All gifts will be hand delivered by council members of Local 2278 to the St. Christopher’s Pediatric Cancer wing.
