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Township Kicks Off Summer With Fireworks
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Fun, food, and fireworks will be once again enjoyed by residents at Pennsauken Township’s Summer Kick Off celebration. This year’s event is held on Saturday, June 11, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, located at Westfield and Bethel avenues.
Public Safety Update From Pennsauken Police
Today, the Pennsauken Township Police Department conducted a mock crash presentation at the Camden County Technical School, Pennsauken Campus. This presentation is done to educate students on the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. It has come to our attention that someone has posted pictures of this presentation on social media and misrepresented that there was an incident at CCTS. Any indication that this was a real incident at CCTS involving the Pennsauken Township Police Department are false.
New Jersey Primary Election Held June 7
By Pam Forman, Pennsauken Township Clerk
The 2022 New Jersey Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 7. Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Male Juvenile Arrested, Charged In Pennsauken Shooting
Information provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
A male juvenile was arrested yesterday and charged with Attempted Murder and weapons related charges in connection to the shooting of an 18-year-old man, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Police Acting Chief Phil Olivo.
Local Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremonies
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.
Pennsauken Police Investigate Shooting
The Pennsauken Police shared via social media that detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday evening.
“On May 12, at 8:01 p.m., Pennsauken Police responded to the 2100 block of Merchantville Ave. for the report of gunshots fired. Upon arrival on scene, it was determined that multiple gunshots were fired and a residence was struck by the gunfire,” stated the police department in an online statement.
No one was injured and no arrests have been made. This incident is currently under investigation by the Pennsauken Township Police Department.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please call the Pennsauken Police Department at (856) 488-0080 x 2015, tips@pennsaukenpolice.org or Detective Michael DiCamillo at (856) 488-0080 x 2403, mdicamillo@pennsaukenpolice.org.
Facebook Live Event With Pennsauken’s Mayor, Deputy Mayor Held May 16
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Mayor Jessica Rafeh and Deputy Mayor Nicole Roberts will be hosting a Facebook Live Q&A session on Monday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m. Available for viewing on Facebook @PennsaukenTwp, the two Committee members will provide updates on what’s happening in town, as well as answer questions directly from residents.
Police Break Up Fight At Sycamore Ridge
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Pennsauken Township Police Department provided a public safety report via social media this afternoon regarding a fight that occurred at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Held On April 9
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
After a one-year hiatus, Pennsauken families can once again grab their baskets for the Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Sponsored by the Pennsauken Youth Action Committee, this year’s egg hunt will take place on Saturday, April 9, 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.
Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder In Shooting At Pennsauken Bar
Pennsauken Police and the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office announced an arrest in connection to a shooting outside of a Township bar early Sunday morning.
