Tag Archives: Pennsauken
Pennsauken Fall Clean-Up Day On September 30
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a fall clean-up day on Saturday, Sept. 30. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteers will work along 38th St. and Chestnut Ave.
Obituary: Linda Maritza Rubiano
Pennsauken resident Linda Maritza Rubiano passed away on Aug. 29 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 47.
A native of South America, Linda’s family came to the United States in search for a better life. She moved to Pennsauken in 2005 and was proud to call New Jersey her home. Linda was involved in her church, as well as several organizations that helped the environment and disenfranchised people, including the Sierra Club, Food and Water Action, and Eastern Service Workers Association. She also served as an alternate for Pennsauken’s Environmental Commission beginning in 2021.
Linda leaves behind her mother, Maria Rubiano; son, Joaquin Martinez; sister, Emperatriz Rubiano Atkins; brother-in-law, Brad Atkins; and nephews, Marco A. Mitchell and Abraham Atkins. Her presence enriched their lives in countless ways, and her memory will continue to be a source of inspiration and love.
Linda’s Mass of Christian Burial, was held on Sept. 8 at Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church in Merchantville, N.J. Interment was private at the request of her family.
Community Invited To Car And Bike Show, Fall Festival
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Pennsauken community is invited to attend two popular public events: the Car and Bike Show, held on Sunday, Sept. 10, and the town’s Fall Festival, on Saturday, Oct. 14.
“This is a great time of year for public events in Pennsauken; our annual Car and Bike Show and our Fall Festival are right around the corner,” said Pennsauken Mayor Vince Martinez. “Both events are wonderful opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy a great time with our neighbors. We hope you come out and join us!”
Parking Issues On Public Streets
By Chief Phil Olivo, Pennsauken Township Police Department
Pennsauken is a thriving community, consisting of a diverse group of people coming from a variety of different backgrounds. And while a growing town is a very good thing, it can be difficult to find a place to park. Our department has started to see an increase in issues related to parking on Township streets, some of which I’ll be sharing in this article.
Pennsauken’s Annual Car And Bike Show Returns September 10
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken’s 31st annual Car and Bike Show will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hundreds of classic cars and bikes will be on display along part of the “Maple Mile,” starting at Pinsetter Bar and Bowl, the co-sponsor of the event located at 7111 Maple Ave., and extending towards Union Ave.
NJ TRANSIT Issues Service Alert For River LINE
Citing operational challenges, NJ TRANSIT has announced significant changes to the River LINE service schedule. The River LINE stops at the Pennsauken Transit Center on Derousse Ave.
“Due to continued operational challenges, River LINE weekday service will temporarily operate every 30 minutes throughout the service day,” the agency posted in an online statement. “The impact of this temporary adjustment is limited to weekday peak hour frequency, as the River LINE’s regular weekday schedule operates every 30 minutes outside of peak periods. Saturday service will also operate on the Sunday/Holiday schedule.”
GoFundMe Helping Pennsauken Resident After Medical Emergency
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Family and friends are raising funds to help a Pennsauken resident recover after a serious medical emergency.
Vincent Iannuzzi of Pennsauken suffered a massive stroke while driving to work along Maple Ave. on July 27. The sudden loss of consciousness resulted in Iannuzzi crashing his vehicle, resulting in other serious injuries requiring multiple surgeries. He is currently at the Trauma Center at Cooper University Hospital, where he is receiving intensive medical care.
First Responders Sharing The Importance Of Service To Community
By Vince Martinez, Mayor of Pennsauken
Last month, Pennsauken’s first responders held both a Junior Police Academy and a Junior Fire Academy. Each summer, young people receive an up close look at the roles of these dedicated men and women in a fun and educational environment. Both academies are extremely well attended, and our police officers, firefighters, and EMTs do an amazing job. We can’t thank them enough for what they do to make these programs possible.
Notice Of Public Hearing On August 17
Pennsauken Township will be conducting a public hearing for the proposed Chestnut Ave. Rails to Trails Project between 36th St. and Euclid Ave. during the Township Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 17, 6:00 p.m. at the second floor of the Township Municipal Building, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd.
This hearing is being held to offer residents and interested parties the opportunity to comment and ask questions related to the project, which will be funded by a NJDOT grant. If you cannot attend in person, viewing the meeting is available through a YouTube live stream. Questions and comments can be shared via the chat option and will be addressed during the hearing. This live stream can be located at YouTube.com/PennsaukenTelevision.
Questions prior to the hearing can be directed to Elwood Martz at (856) 665-1000 x104 or emailed to emartz@pennsauken.gov.
Obituary: Mary K Kirwan
Mary K. Kirwan (nee Fenerty), age 81 of Pennsauken, passed away at her home on July 18, surrounded by her loving family.
She was the beloved wife of 58 years of Walter “Wally;” devoted mother of Kevin, Katie McAninley (Chuck), Kristie Enoch (Don), and Brian (Kim); loving grammie of Colleen, CJ, Ryan, Bailey, Patrick, Maeve, Brendan, Drew, Aidan and Quinn; dear sister of Bill (late Kathy), Dennis (Harriett) and the late Timothy. She was also the beloved daughter of the late William and Helen Fenerty.
Mary K. was a math teacher at Sacred Heart Academy in Philadelphia; she later worked as a substitute teacher at St. Peter’s School in Merchantville and then as an aide in the Pennsauken School District. She enjoyed her many summers on the beach in Sea Isle City and Ocean City and attending thousands of events for her children and grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation on Monday, July 24, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.; and Tuesday, July 25, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Falco/Caruso & Leonard Pennsauken Funeral Home, 6600 N. Browning Road. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 25, 10:00 a.m. at Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church, 43 W. Maple Ave., Merchantville, NJ. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill.
