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Pennsauken Historical Society Participates In History Month Events
Information Provided By The Pennsauken Historical Society
October is History Month in Camden County! The Camden County History Alliance consists of over 40 different organizations. And during the month of October, these organizations, including the Pennsauken Historical Society, will be holding 70 different events!
Facebook Live Event With Pennsauken’s Mayor, Deputy Mayor Held September 21
After a successful live stream last May, Pennsauken Mayor Jessica Rafeh and Deputy Mayor Nicole Roberts will be hosting a second Facebook Live Q&A session on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 7:00 p.m. Available for viewing on Facebook @PennsaukenTwp, the two Committee members will once again provide updates on what’s happening in town, as well as answer questions directly from residents.
Pennsauken To Hold Annual 9/11 Flag Placement Ceremony
Each year, American flags are placed throughout Pennsauken’s 9/11 Memorial, located at the corner of Merchantville Ave. and Rt. 130, across the street from the Township’s Municipal Building and the Pennsauken Free Public Library.
Volunteers are needed to help distribute the flags on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 11:45 p.m. and remove them on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 11:45 p.m. Those wishing to participate on either day are asked to arrive by 11:40 p.m.
Pennsauken’s monument was first dedicated on September 11, 2003, as a tribute to the heroes of 9/11 and the dedicated direct responders — police, fire and EMS — who serve every day to protect residents and businesses in the communities where they live. In remembrance of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a steel beam from the World Trade Center North Tower was dedicated as a permanent part of the memorial.
Pennsauken Native, Firefighter Hopeful Returns Home After Serious Injury
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A Pennsauken native who hopes to follow in his family’s footsteps and become a firefighter, came back to his parents’ home to continue his recovery after a serious spinal injury.
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.
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.
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.
Pennsauken Township Police Investigate Carjackings
The Pennsauken Township Police Department has investigated five separate carjackings since December 6, 2021.
Veterans Honored In Pennsauken This Month
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
In recognition of Veterans Day, several events in Pennsauken this month honor those in our community that served our country in the armed forces.
Library Holds Events For International Games Week
International Games Week is Nov. 3-9. The Pennsauken Free Public Library will be hosting several gaming events and activities during this week. Join us and thousands of libraries around the world, as we celebrate the power of games, play, and learning.
