Category Archives: News
Tippin’s Pond Clean Up Held On October 10
In anticipation of the opening of the Delaware Gardens Green Acres renewal project, Pennsauken Township is organizing a community clean up of Tippin’s Pond, 421 Cove Rd. on Saturday Oct. 10, from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Masks and social distancing are required. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes for outside work. Gloves, trash bags/cans, and clean up tools will be provided by Pennsauken Department of Public Works.
For more information, e-mail emartz@twp.pennsauken.nj.us.
Mayor Killion’s Township Update: 10/2/2020
Pennsauken Mayor Tim Killion provides his weekly Township Update.
Referendum Projects Continue To Move Forward
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
On March 13, 2018, Pennsauken residents overwhelmingly voted for a bond referendum proposed by the Pennsauken School District. And in the two years since, significant progress has been made in the projects designed to upgrade school facilities.
“The Pennsauken School District continues to move forward on the referendum projects only made possible by our school families and the Pennsauken community,” said Dr. Ronnie Tarchichi, superintendent of schools, Pennsauken School District. “These improvements are making a positive impact to our school campuses, enhancing the educational experiences of our students.”
Food Distribution For Those In Need
Camden County, in partnership with Touch New Jersey, is hosting a series of food distribution events for those in need. One food distribution will be held at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, 1601 Bethel Ave., on Friday, Oct. 2, at 10:30 a.m.
Drive-up and walk-up options are available. Participants must wear masks and practice social distancing.
For more information, visit https://www.camdencounty.com/event/food-distribution-for-those-in-need-20/
Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 130 Ramp Closures Begin Tomorrow
Route 130 northbound ramp closed and detoured for several weeks
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced a daytime closure of the ramp from Route 130 southbound to the Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 90 westbound and a long-term closure of the ramp from Route 130 northbound to the Betsy Ross Bridge/Route 90 westbound, as a concrete repair project advances in Pennsauken.
Freeholders Launch Rental Assistance Program
The Freeholder Board is launching a new program aimed at supporting renters at risk of losing their homes or facing an eviction threat due to lost employment or income caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Camden County Rental Assistance Program makes available up to six months of back rent (April 2020 through September 2020) for a maximum of $4,000. While tenants will apply to take part in the program, payments will be made directly to landlords.
Family Dollar Announces Grand Opening In Pennsauken
Family Dollar, a leading small format and convenience retailer, has announced plans for a grand opening in Pennsauken.
PSE&G To Begin Gas Main, Service Replacement On Several Township Roads
Staring this week, PSE&G will begin replacing existing gas mains and services on several roads in Pennsauken. The following Township roads are included in this project:
- Baxter Ave.
- Burning Tree Ct.
- Burning Tree Rd.
- Corbett Ave.
- Corbett Rd.
- Finlaw Ave.
- Gladwyn Ave.
- Grant Ave.
- Jackson Ave.
- Pettit Ct.
- Pettit Ln.
- Petttit Rd.
- Starr Rd.
- Wyndam Rd.
PSE&G will also be replacing the gas main on a section of Union Ave.
Detectives Investigating Fatal Shooting On Westfield
Information Provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
Detectives are investigating after a man was fatally shot in Pennsauken Wednesday evening, according to Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill S. Mayer and Pennsauken Police Chief John Nettleton.
Remember The Fallen Display Opens At Veterans Island
The Camden County Board of Freeholders and military partners are hosting a 7-day photographic war memorial exhibit to thank and honor all of our veterans from The War on Terror and their families for their service and sacrifice. The exhibit will be open 24/7 to view from Wednesday, Sept. 9, through Tuesday, Sept. 15, on Veterans Island at Cooper River Park, located behind LaScala’s Birra, 5300 North Park Drive, in Pennsauken. Masks must be worn and social distancing will be enforced.
