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Donation to RRCA from the Antique, Arts, and Cultural Society of SJ

The Antique, Arts and Cultural Society recently donated $800 to Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts’ (RRCA) art programs by purchasing “Christmas in July” gift cards. The organization has monthly meetings at RRCA and has donated in prior years to RRCA’s summer art camp. RRCA is a non-profit community art center, located in Millville, that […]

Mosquito spraying throughout county Friday

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County. “It’s important for residents to be cognizant of any standing water on their property,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission. “Mosquitos need standing water to breed, so you can help keep […]

Rabid skunk confirmed in Cherry Hill

The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health that a skunk found in Cherry Hill has tested positive for rabies. On August 14, a Cherry Hill resident’s dog got into an altercation with a skunk in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer (ACO) for […]

Third Friday at Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts

Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, 22 N. High St., Millville. Third Friday at the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is presented by PNC Arts Alive. Experience the art, meet the artists, enjoy refreshments. Art Reception is Friday,August 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. with live music by RG Evans, pictured. Main Gallery – […]

Lower rate of 11th graders meet reading standard — but don’t panic

BY CATHERINE CARRERA NJ Spotlight One-quarter of New Jersey’s rising high school seniors did not meet proficiency levels in reading, and roughly 40% did not in mathematics, according to preliminary results from the spring’s state-mandated Class of 2027 graduation exams. Those rates show a decline in reading proficiency and an increase in math from last […]

Gov. Sherrill targets ‘big tech’ with new law aimed at kids’ social media use

BY NIKITA BIRYUKOV New Jersey Monitor Social media platforms will face a bevy of new restrictions in New Jersey that limit their use of children’s data, restrict algorithmic content recommendations to minors, and block notifications during school hours, among a range of others. The new restrictions, which are set to take effect in September 2027, […]

Food insecurity in NJ nearly doubled over four years, new report says

BY LILO H. STAINTON New Jersey Monitor Food insecurity nearly doubled in New Jersey since 2020, with some 1.2 million people struggling to regularly afford food here, according to a nonprofit analysis of federal data. Statewide, 13% of Garden State residents could not always count on three meals a day in 2024, the latest federal […]

Dinosaurs teach us about climate change and our future

BY KATIE THORN South Jersey Climate News What was once a piece of land where dinosaurs roamed 66 million years ago has transformed into a learning experience in which scientists bridge the gap between history and the future of the climate. On Thursday evening, Aug. 6, science lovers and curious learners gathered at the Edelman Fossil […]

Cherry Hill Community Calendar, August 19-25

For more on township events, visit www.chnj.gov. For library events, visit chplnj.org. Around Town August 19 – Board of Fire Commissioners Workshop and Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. August 20 – Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – 7:30 p.m. – Virtual August 25 – Board of Education Meeting – 6:30 p.m. – Arthur Lewis Administration Building At […]

Palmyra’s community gardens grow food, community and sustainability

Palmyra’s recent efforts to build growing spaces that increase local food security and offer free fresh crops directly to residents have flourished over the past five years with two community gardens producing organic produce. “The tomatoes are in season now,” said Mayor Gina Ragomo Tait, while standing in the town’s garden behind Borough Hall. “Anyone […]

Federal actions threaten New Jersey whales, sea turtles, and much more

BY ALISON MITCHELL New Jersey Conservation Foundation New Jersey has been a leader in protecting the species and ecosystems that make our state unique. But we can’t escape the toll that the Trump administration’s recent rollback of Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections will take here in New Jersey. By weakening critical protections and the longstanding […]

New Restaurant at Maintree in Vineland

Asad’s Hot Chicken is expanding to Vineland, taking over the former Boston Market and Sunrise Social Express building, at 301 S. Main Road in front of the Maintree Shopping Center, according to multiple sources. This highly anticipated spot brings Philadelphia’s viral, 100 percent Halal Nashville-style hot chicken to Cumberland County. While the brand initially seemed […]

Rivertowns Community Calendar, August 19-25

For more on township events, visit cinnaminsonnj.org. For more on township events, visit delrantownship.org. For more on township events, visit boroughofpalmyra.com. For library events visit bcls.lib.nj.us. Around Town – Cinnaminson August 20 – Fleetwood Macked – 7 p.m. August 25 – Planning Board Meeting – 6:30 p.m. August 25 – Board of Education Meeting – 7 p.m. – […]

Twp. sees progress among growing multilingual learner population

Cherry Hill Public Schools reported strong participation and continued progress among its multilingual learners on the 2026 ACCESS assessment, an annual test used to measure English language proficiency among students whose primary language is not English. ACCESS stands for Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State-to-State for English Language Learners. The results, presented to…

Taking constituent services beyond the office

Since NJ Assemblyman Balvir Singh’s seventh district office on Route 130 in Delran has been temporarily closed for security upgrades, his mobile service unit has traveled to towns helping constituents get access to state services, such as unemployment and NJ Family Care health insurance. “We have visited nine towns in the last three weeks,” said […]

Road, sewer projects highlight Delran’s $10.2M bond plan

Delran Township Council unanimously approved two bond ordinances on first reading totaling $10.2 million during its meeting on Aug. 11, with the second reading and public hearing expected to be on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the next regular meeting. The first bond ordinance for $3.316 million will authorize the completion of various capital improvements and […]

‘Suffs’ leaves lasting impression on cast

Cherry Hill West performed the award-winning musical “Suffs” for the public earlier this year, with cast members discussing their experience being a part of the show on Aug. 12 in partnership with the Alice Paul Center. “Suffs” tells the story of the American suffragist movement and the friendships, heartbreak and action that brought women together […]

WTPS celebrates new appointments for 2026-27

The Washington Township Public Schools announced the appointment of George R. Passante III to the position of Assistant Principal (Director of Athletics) at Washington Township High School. Passante replaced retiring administrator Kevin P. Murphy, who served in the role for 24 years. Passante’s appointment was approved by the Washington Township Board of Education at its […]

Coming Soon…

In addition to short films, the festival will premiere its hour-long feature film, Watershed, produced by Festival Co-Founder and Executive Director Bill Horin. …to The Levoy. Mark your calendars: CUT International Short Film Festival, September 18 and 19. Storytelling is an art form as old as time. Even before we painted pictures on the walls […]

CHPD investigation and arrest update

On Thursday, August 13, 2026, at approximately 3:44 a.m., Cherry Hill Police officers responded to the Grand Apartments, 1900 Frontage Road, following reports of gunfire in the parking lot and a vehicle fleeing the area. Officers located a parked vehicle that had been struck multiple times by gunfire. No injuries were reported. Cherry Hill Police […]

Fun With Bugs

Our columnist had her own inventive ideas about the eyed click beetle. Manipulation by author The click beetle illustrates how nature drives invention—from a child’s toy to engineering feats. Exiting the side door of my home in July, I looked down at the pavers beneath my feet only to see two large eyes staring back […]

Tale of Two Cities

Millville, founded in the 1700s, Vineland in the 1800s, took different paths. Glass industry is common to both. On a very warm August evening, the air was pleasantly cool inside Merighi’s Rose Room for an informative presentation titled “Woven Together: Immigration & Community Histories of the Wild and Scenic Maurice River Watershed.” The event was […]

Vineland Gardens Sold

Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, has announced the sale of a two-property, 36-unit, multifamily portfolio in Vineland. The asset sold for $5,525,000. “We took Vineland Gardens to a broad, regional audience and the positive response we received validated that approach,” said Carson […]

Global Learning

Studying for a semester in Greece is just one option for Stockton University students to become global learners. PHOTOS: Stockton University Expansion of international programs opens new doors to learning for Stockton students, faculty, and staff. For an education designed to help students see beyond the boundaries of a classroom, a campus and, increasingly, a […]

Gerresheimer Plant To Cut 139 Jobs

Vineland’s international glass packaging manufacturer Gerresheimer recently announced the closure of its long-standing production facility, a move that will eliminate 139 jobs. According to state regulatory filings, the manufacturing phase-out at the West Forest Grove Road plant is scheduled to begin in September. The complete reorganization will be complete by the end of next year. […]

Annual Waterways Cleanup Event Set for September 26

The Authority is inviting community members and groups to participate in its 34th Annual Waterways Cleanup event. The Authority is hosting this event as part of the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program on September 26. It is being held in conjunction with the annual Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), hosted in New Jersey by […]

Gloucester City celebrates National Night Out

On a beautiful evening Aug. 4, a few hundred residents enjoyed a fun-filled National Night Out celebration at the Gloucester City Middle School. Youngsters ran through a course designed to create soccer flexibility and took shots at a blow-up goal, while adults mingled with local police officers and firefighters and traversed information booths lined up […]

Spotlighting a young nation’s road to revolution

To commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, Harrison Township is issuing semi-weekly posts as part of its “Growing a Nation” series – also known as the Revolutionary Roots – to inform residents of the nation’s origins. The series explains how the nation grew from its Colonial roots to the establishment of the modern American government. It began […]

The sun sets on summer

As summer begins to wind down, many families across Winslow Township are preparing for one of the most exciting times of the year: the start of a new school year. Admittedly, the parents may be more excited than the kids; however, it is a time of new beginnings for our youth who have worked hard […]

Annual golf tournament seeks sponsors and volunteers

Samaritan is set to host its 2026 “Drive “FORE! A Good Cause,” the not-for-profit’s annual golf tournament presented by The Richardson Family Dealerships, on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Little Mill Country Club in Marlton. All proceeds from the event will support Samaritan’s comprehensive family of services, which benefit seriously ill patients and their families, as well as those grieving a…