Category Archives: News
Special Fundraiser Benefits Family During Tragic Loss
A special fundraiser sponsored by the Merchantville PTA is being held at Amy’s Omelette House in Cherry Hill. Twenty percent of orders will go to help the family of Alijah Floyd-Brown, the nine-year-old Merchantville resident who lost his battle with glioma cancer last month.
Special Ceremonies Commemorate Twentieth Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
September 11, 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of the terror attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pa. Pennsauken will commemorate this solemn occasion with two special events.
“For those who remember that day 20 years ago, they will never forget those terrible events,” said Pennsauken Mayor Marco DiBattista. “Since then, our community has come together every September to honor those who lost their lives during the attack, as well as to recognize those courageous first responders who keep us safe on a daily basis.”
Sister Hazel To Play Twilight Concert Series At Cooper River
Platinum-selling group, Sister Hazel, will be bringing their energetic show featuring new music and chart-topping hits to play the Twilight Concert Series at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken on Thursday, Sept. 2.
Virtual Public Information Center For Multi-Use Trail Project Held Tonight
Residents are invited to a Virtual Public Information Center for the proposed Pennsauken-Merchantville Multi-Use Trail Project. The purpose is to inform the various stakeholders of the proposed plan for the project.
The format for the Public Information Center will be a brief presentation followed by a period for questions and answers. The public will have an opportunity to review exhibits, ask questions, and discuss any concerns.
Governor Murphy Visits Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Earlier today, First Spanish Baptist Church had a special guest for morning services: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.
National Night Out In Pennsauken Held On August 3
Pennsauken’s first responders are holding a special event during National Night Out, Tuesday, Aug. 3, an annual community-building campaign that is designed to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
Signal Retiming Along Haddonfield Road Cuts Travel Time By As Much As Thirty Percent
Motorists in Camden County are getting to their destinations faster thanks to the completion of the Traffic Signal Retiming Initiative along Haddonfield Road. The Camden County Department of Public Works, in partnership with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVPRC) and the state Department of Transportation recently completed the three-year project which led to 12 recalculated traffic signals from Wyndam Road near Route 73 in Pennsauken Township to Town Center Drive near Route 70 in Cherry Hill.
Solar Landscapes Offers Free Training Sessions
Calling all #Pennsauken residents: Solar Landscape is offering cost-free roofing and solar installation training sessions! The five-day program begins on August 9 at World Harvest on Westfield Avenue.
Solar energy will play a critical role in New Jersey achieving its goal of 100% #renewable energy by 2050 and the roofing and #solarenergy industry require a well-trained workforce to meet the growing employment need.
Now is the perfect time to get best-practices training and industry certification from one of New Jersey’s leading solar energy companies.
WHEN: August 9 to 13TIME: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.LOCATION: @WorldHarvestChristianCenter 7201 Westfield Ave., Pennsauken, NJ Must be at least 18 years old to participate.Classroom space is limited to 12 people.Sign up today by visiting https://bit.ly/3kyMwMFor by calling Kevin Dunshee at 908-675-3997.Upon completion, graduates will become part of Solar Landscape’s placement program to assist with #employmentopportunities with local contractors and solar installation companies. #jobsnj#sustainablelifestyle#solarlifestyle#cleanenergy
How To Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses In Seniors
As summer continues, we should be aware of how summer heat can be harmful to seniors. Excessive hot and humid weather can be extremely tough on older people.
Heat Advisory Issued In Camden County
The Office of the Camden County Health Officer has issued a Heat Advisory for Camden County effective Monday, July 12, through Tuesday, July 13, from noon to 7 p.m. each day. During a Heat Advisory, the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible.
