Tag Archives: Pennsauken
Pennsauken Sewerage Authority Honors Late Commissioner
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
On Jan. 11, the Pennsauken Sewerage Authority Commissioners, employees, as well as family and friends, gathered together as they dedicated their conference room in honor of the late James J. Pennestri, a longtime Pennsauken resident who served as a Sewerage Authority Commissioner for over 25 years.
Mayor Martinez Recognized For Historic Appointment
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At the beginning of the Feb. 2 meeting of Pennsauken’s Township Committee meeting, Mayor Vince Martinez was surprised by acknowledgements from representatives at the county, state, and federal level, recognizing the first Hispanic male mayor in the history of the town. Martinez was sworn in as mayor during the Township Committee reorganization meeting in January.
Congressman Norcross Announces $970,000 In Federal Funding For Food Bank Of South Jersey
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Congressman Donald Norcross was on hand at the Food Bank of South Jersey to announce almost $1 million in federal funding has been secured for the largest hunger relief organization in the region. These funds are earmarked for the purchase of hybrid vehicles, which will not only decrease the food bank’s carbon footprint, but also expand its ability to serve the food insecure throughout South Jersey.
Police Issue Statement Regarding Car Crash Overnight
The following is a statement from the Pennsauken Township Police Department regarding last night’s car crash:
On January 11, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., Pennsauken Police Responded to River Road and Springfield Avenue for a motor vehicle crash involving a 2008 Honda Civic and a 2016 Chevrolet pickup truck.
As a result of the crash, all occupants of both vehicles were transported to the hospital with injuries. One passenger, Grace Lopez of Woodlynne, NJ, age 19, was fatally injured. One of the passengers is in critical condition, another is in stable condition. This incident is still under investigation.
Fire Chief Palumbo Retires, Succeeded By Hutton
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Township Committee announced a change in the leadership of the Pennsauken Township Fire Department. After almost three decades of service to the Pennsauken community, including 12 as fire chief, Joseph V. Palumbo, Sr. retired from the department affective December 31, 2022. His successor is 34-year-old Jonathan B. Hutton, a lifelong resident and third-generation Township firefighter.
New Mayor, Deputy Mayor Sworn In At Township Committee Reorganization
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
During the Jan. 6 Pennsauken Township Committee reorganization meeting, the governing body’s leadership was selected for 2023. Vince Martinez is the town’s newest mayor; and Patrick Olivo is this year’s deputy mayor. The is the first time the two have served Pennsauken in this capacity.
CCPO Major Crimes Unit Investigates Shooting Of Man In Pennsauken
Information Provided By The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Pennsauken Police Department are investigating the shooting of a man on Saturday evening, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Acting Police Chief Phillip Olivo.
Pennsauken Community Center Coming To Westfield Avenue
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Township Committee and its municipal administration are excited to announce that a brand new community center will be built along Westfield Ave. as part of the town’s Community Recreation Complex. This historic multi-million dollar project is made possible entirely through federal funding, without impacting municipal taxes.
Pennsauken Native Pushes For A Few Extra Miracles
After COVID-19 severely attacked his lungs, doctors told Bob Haines that he’s lucky to be alive. But as he completes his testing for a double lung transplant, he needs some more miracles to get his life back.
Open House, “Frost On The Pumpkin” This Month At Pennsauken’s Historic Homes
Information Provided By The Pennsauken Historical Society
We hope that all residents were able to come out and enjoy the experience of living history at the Griffith Morgan House and Burrough-Dover House last month! October was history month in Camden County, and there were over 80 events hosted by the Camden County History Alliance.
History is just as plentiful in November at Pennsauken Historical Society! Our first Sunday open house will be held on Nov. 6 at Burrough-Dover House from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The house will be opened for tours and historical conversations. There will also be activities for children that have a harvest theme.
We will be hosting our annual “Frost on the Pumpkin” event on Saturday, Nov. 19, at our Griffith Morgan House. From 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., guests will get to experience living history with demonstrations of old-time chores and activities. The house will be open for tours, and historical discussions as well!
