Tag Archives: Pennsauken
Pennsauken’s Clark, Taylor Receive Camden County’s 2018 MLK Jr. Freedom Medal
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken residents Davon Clark and Rick Taylor were among 13 Camden County residents honored for their work in the community during the 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Medal Awards. Held last month at the Camden County Boathouse in Pennsauken, the annual event – which has taken place since 2001 – recognized those who have selflessly contributed their time and effort to better their community in conjunction with the goals of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Tax Help Available At Pennsauken Library In February
The Pennsauken Free Public Library is once again hosting AARP Tax Help sessions. This free service begins on Thursday, Feb. 1, in the Library’s Community Room and will be offered Wednesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., through April 12.
Pennsauken Police Release Statement On January 12 Shooting
On January 12, 2018 at approximately 5:44 p.m., there was a shooting on the 2500 block and 2400 block of 45th St. No individuals were struck by the gunfire.
A white sport utility vehicle, a black sport utility vehicle, and a subject on foot were involved in the shooting. The incident is currently under investigation by the Pennsauken Police Department.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident or any surveillance video depicting the incident, please contact Sgt. Phil Olivo at (856) 488-0080 ext 2402.
Airborne Systems Awarded $26 Million Marine Corps Contract
Earlier this month, Airborne Systems of Pennsauken announced that it was officially awarded the contract for an Enhanced Multi-Mission Parachute System (E-MMPS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). The contract, which was competitively procured via the Federal Business Opportunities website, is worth over $26 million.
Public Meeting On Bond Referendum Held This Evening
This evening, Monday, Jan. 15, 6:30 p.m., the Pennsauken School District will host a meeting at Longfellow Elementary School, 1400 Forrest Ave., Pennsauken, to discuss the proposed bond referendum and Longfellow Park.
Any Pennsauken resident who has questions about the Longfellow part of the referendum, wants to share their feelings on the subject, or has questions they want answered, is encouraged to attend.
The proposed initiative, which will allocate almost $36 million for various capital improvement projects, will be voted on by the Pennsauken community on March 13. The Pennsauken School District is hosting a variety of different public meetings to help residents learn more about the referendum and make an informed decision.
For more information on the proposed bond referendum, visit GrowningPennsaukenSchools.com.
Notice Of A Special Public Meeting Of Pennsauken Township Committee
In accordance wtih the “Senator Byron M. Baer Open Public Meetings Act,” the Pennsauken Township Committee will hold a special public meeting on TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of the meeting will be to consider the adoption of the following resolutions ONLY:
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RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF PENNSAUKEN AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE GRANT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019
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RESOLUTION APPOINTING A TENANT MEMBER TO THE RENT STABILIZATION BOARD OF THE TOWNSHIP OF PENNSAUKEN (Allen Calloway)
Formal action will be taken ONLY on these resolutions at this special public meeting.
The special public meeting will be held at the Pennsauken Township Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., Pennsauken, NJ 08110.
Pennsauken Police’s Nettleton Sworn In As Captain
At December’s public meeting of the Township Committee, John Nettleton was officially sworn in as a captain of the Pennsauken Police Department.
PMAC Welcomes Bayada Home Health Care At January Luncheon
Tom Sibson and Tom Cassidy from Bayada Home Health Care are the guest speakers at the Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce (P.M.A.C.) networking luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at Marco’s at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
Sibson, the company’s chief financial officer, and Cassidy, the director of procurement and facilities, will be speaking about their move to Pennsauken Township.
Sign-in begins at 11:30 a.m. on Jan. 10, with the meeting starting at noon. Admission is $25 for members, $35 for non-members.
Pennsauken School District Holds First Public Meeting On March 13 Bond Referendum
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, the Pennsauken School District held a packed town hall meeting to share information about the upcoming bond referendum designed to make significant improvements to every public school throughout the Township.
