Category Archives: News
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.
Mark Your Calendars: New Jersey’s Bag Ban Begins May 4
By The Pennsauken Environmental Commission
Beginning May 4, New Jersey law will ban retailers, food service businesses, and grocery stores from providing single-use plastic and paper bags to customers. In addition, this new law will prevent food service businesses from providing polystyrene foam containers. Here is a quick primer on how this change impacts Pennsauken residents.
Pennsauken Township Launches Community Cat Trap Rental Program
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Township is sponsoring a trap rental program to help residents manage the community cat populations in their neighborhoods.
Traps are currently available by appointment only, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., Pennsauken, NJ 08110. During the appointment, residents will receive instruction on the proper use and deployment of the trap. Also at that time, individuals must provide proof of residency in the form of a valid photo ID, as well as a recent household bill.
Shredding Event Held In Pennsauken On May 14
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission is hosting its annual shredding event at the Park Avenue School Campus, 8201 Park Ave., on Saturday, May 14, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
This paper-only shredding event is solely for Pennsauken and Merchantville residents, not businesses; those who attend must bring an I.D. Items for shredding should be placed in the rear of the vehicle, such as a trunk, truck bed, or an unoccupied back seat.
Celebrate Trails Day Held April 23
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and The Circuit Trails are hosting a free event on Celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 23.
Held from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Eclipse Brewing, 25 East Park Ave. in Merchantville, the celebration includes free food for the first 50 attendees, courtesy of Red’s Rolling Restaurant; pony rides; bike tune ups (be sure to bring your bicycle); live music (900 songs by request); an exercise and nutrition class from Movement 4 Wellness; great giveaways; and an opportunity to learn more about the growing Burlington-Camden Trail.
Hosted on the fourth Saturday of April, Celebrate Trails Day is an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems.
Local Children Can Nominate The Best Mom, Dad or Guardian In Town
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Once again, Pennsauken children have a chance to put a spotlight on the special people in their lives.
An annual contest, children in grades three through eight living in Pennsauken can nominate their mom, dad, or guardian as the “best in town.” Participating students are still required to write a creative letter as part of their nomination, but starting this year, judges are encouraging kids to add a little extra.
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.
Pennsauken Stages Perform “Chicago” April 7-10
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Paint the town and all that jazz… Pennsauken Stages is proud to present its performance of the musical “Chicago” April 7-10 at Pennsauken High School. This popular Broadway show is a satirical look at criminal celebrities in jazz-fueled Chicago circa 1920. With music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and book by Ebb and the iconic Bob Fosse, it was the perfect musical to pick for this year’s student talent.
Pennsauken Free Public Library Eliminates Overdue Fines
The Pennsauken Free Public Library is now officially fine-free! As of Monday, April 4, the library will no longer charge daily overdue fines for items, and previous fines accrued for overdue materials will be removed from patrons’ records. The library’s mission is to provide free and open access to information, services, technology, and programming. By removing the barrier to access created by fines, the library can further its mission and better meet the needs of the community.
Middle School Student Passes Away
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
This evening, Pennsauken School District Superintendent Dr. Ronnie Tarchichi announced that a student who attended Phifer Middle School passed away earlier this week.
