Tag Archives: Pennsauken
Hundreds Expected At Walk MS: Pennsauken On May 6
An estimated 650 people are expected to raise more than $90,000 at Walk MS: Pennsauken on Sunday, May 6 at Cooper River Park, 5300 N. Park Drive.
Walk MS is an opportunity for people to come together with friends, loved ones and co-workers to fundraise, connect and advocate for people affected by MS. Each dollar raised is one step closer to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s goal – a world free of MS. Since its inception in 1988, Walk MS has cumulatively raised more than $1 billion.
First Ever Nature Enthusiast Day Held On May 12
Pennsauken’s first Nature Enthusiast Day will be held on Saturday, May 12, 10:00 a.m. to noon, at Tippin’s Pond, 421 Cove Rd.
Pennsauken Resident To Receive DVLF HEROES Award
On April 29, Pennsauken resident Jerome Pipes will receive the 2018 HEROES award in the non-profit category from the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund.
Jerome T. Pipes works as The Team Lead Care and Treatment Adherence Psychosocial Service Coordinator at Camden Area Health Education Center-AHEC. Pipes helps lead the efforts to provide HIV testing, counseling, harm reduction, needle exchange, and more. He has been active in AIDS awareness events, Black Lives Matter, healthcare reform, and many other grassroots movements and issues. He has previously been recognized by the Nonprofit Development Center of Southern New Jersey and the Camden County Board of Elected Freeholders for – among other things – his advocacy for underserved communities.
PSE&G Begins Gas Main Replacement Work In Pennsauken
PSE&G has begun replacing gas mains in a portion of Pennsauken as part of a $905 million program to modernize its system.
Work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, April 17 and will occur on the following roads:
| Street | Between Street One | Between Street Two |
| 47th Street | River Road | End |
| 48th Street | River Road | End Heading Northwest |
| 49th Street | River Road | 100′ S/o River Road |
| Lexingtion Avenue | 60′ S/o River Road | End Heading Northwest |
| River Road | Springfield Aveune | 47th Street |
| Springfield Avenue | River Road | 70′ S/o River Road |
| West River Drive | River Road | End Heading Northwest |
All affected residents who live by these roadways have been notified by mail and door hanger.
Work is slated to be completed by Monday, April 30
For issues or questions about the project, residents are asked to call 1-833-661-6400 and leave a message.
Snow Closures For March 21
Because of today’s nor’easter, the following are closed/cancelled on Wednesday, March 21:
Pennsauken Township Municipal Building is closing today at 11:00 a.m.
Pennsauken Township Committee Meeting is cancelled.
The Pennsauken Free Public Library is closing today at noon.
Pennsauken Public Schools are closed.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Held On March 31
Due to this week’s weather and the anticipated conditions of the fields at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, Pennsauken’s Easter Egg Hunt is moved to the “snow date” of Saturday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m.
“Chat And Chew” Referendum Public Meeting At Library Today
A “Chat and Chew” event at the Pennsauken Free Public Library, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., will be today, Tuesday, March 6, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Members of the public unable to attend an evening meeting can take this opportunity to learn about the upcoming referendum vote and ask questions.
The proposed referendum, which comes to a vote on Tuesday, March 13, addresses a variety of projects in every part of the District, including new security vestibules at all schools; capital improvements to elementary schools with new windows and doors; the establishment of all-day pre-school; the demolition of an aging Longfellow Elementary and the erection of a comprehensive community park and playground in the school’s old footprint; the addition of three new science labs and six additional classrooms at Phifer Middle School; the transformation of Roosevelt Elementary into a high-tech magnet high school, with the addition of a brand new gymnasium; and extensive renovations at Pennsauken High School, with improvement being made to the auditorium, library, locker rooms, and gymnasium; and construction of a plumbing lab. The proposal also adds significant improvements to the high school that will benefit the student-athlete. Plans call for the building of a brand new, state-of-the-art field house, new tennis courts, and an all purpose turf field, lights, and an eight-lane track.
Home Improvement Show And Sale Comes To Pennsauken March 17-18
Forget what the calendar says; spring will be arriving early at the Regal Banquet Center, March 17 and 18.
TONIGHT: Referendum Public Meeting At Roosevelt School
On Monday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m., there will be a public meeting at Roosevelt Elementary School, 5526 Wisteria Ave. District officials will be on hand to discuss the bond referendum and talk in length about the high tech high school proposed at Roosevelt.
The Pennsauken School District is asking residents to consider a bond referendum that will make significant improvements to every public school throughout the Township. The vote, to be held on Tuesday, March 13, will allocate almost $36 million for various initiatives, while actually reducing school taxes for Pennsauken households.
Lucky Hearts Senior Bingo On February 20
The Camden County Board of Freeholders presents Lucky Hearts: Free Senior Bingo on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Camden County Boathouse in Pennsauken. Doors will open at 11:00 a.m., at which time there will be entertainment and lunch will be served. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. You must be a Camden County resident to attend.
To RSVP please contact Tom Castellano by calling (856) 858-2986 or e-mailing Tom.Castellano@camdencounty.com.
