Category Archives: News
New Jersey Makers Day Weekend At Pennsauken Free Public Library
New Jersey Makers Day (NJMD) is an annual celebration of all things “making” at libraries all throughout the state. From science experiments and computers, to arts and crafts, NJMD aims to connect people from all walks of life through STEM, fun and learning of making and creativity. On Friday, March 19, and Saturday, March 20, the Pennsauken Free Public Library is hosting a variety of special events and activities.
County To Hold Veteran’s Vaccination Pop-Up Event
The Camden County Office of Veterans Affairs and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia are teaming up to create a second pop-up vaccination site for approximately 800 South Jersey veterans on Saturday, March 27. Vaccinations will be provided at the Harry Williams Community Center located at the intersection of North Black Horse Pike and Broadway in Runnemede.
Vaccinations will be available by appointment only between 7:45 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. Eligible veterans can call (215) 823-4014 to make an appointment until all available slots have been filled.
PHSAA Holds Virtual Basket Auction For Scholarships
This time last year, the Pennsauken High School Alumni Association (PHSAA) was planning a bowling and basket auction event to raise funds for scholarships for Pennsauken High School graduating seniors. As with so many other events, the fundraiser was postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
With donations already in hand and no end in sight to be able to safely hold a large event in person, PHSAA decided to revive the event, but hold it virtually. They have booked an online, virtual basket auction event through 32auctions.com. The PHSAA Bowling for Scholarships event is now PHSAA Bidding for Scholarships!
High School Juniors And Seniors Can Apply For NJSLOM Scholarship
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
High school juniors and seniors are eligible to apply for one of three $1,000 scholarships offered by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities (NJSLOM).
Pennsauken-Based Fundraiser To Benefit Fallen Officer’s Family
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Special Law Enforcement Officer Class 1 Ron Crane of the Pennsauken Township Police Department is raising funds to support the family of a fallen South Jersey police officer.
Pennsauken’s Soundplex Site Of New Video Series
A series of videos honoring the memory of a Delaware Valley artist and furthering the work of the foundation named in his honor are being filmed at a Pennsauken-based recording studio.
Phase 1B Vaccine Site To Open In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Many Pennsauken residents – particularly seniors – have expressed concern about their ability to schedule an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, as they can’t go online to do so. Pennsauken Township Committee and the town’s municipal staff have arranged to have vaccinations right here in Pennsauken to serve those without access to computers or the internet.
Residents At Pennsauken Senior Residence Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
More than 40 seniors at Lutheran Senior Residence at Pennsauken, an affordable senior housing property, received their first COVID-19 vaccination last week. The Pennsauken site is one of seven affordable senior housing properties owned by Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey (LSMNJ) to offer the vaccine to its residents by partnering with Walgreens and CVS.
Township Announces Delay In Recycling Collection
Earlier today, Pennsauken Township has announced that because of the inclement weather, there will be a delay in Tuesday’s recycling collection.
