Blood Drives All who come to give blood through May 17 will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email, thanks to partners at Amazon. See RedCrossBlood.org/Amazon for details. Those who come to give later in the month, May 18 to 31 will receive an oversized Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last. Schedule a blood or […]
Blood Drives In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. April is National Volunteer Month, and the Red Cross celebrates the kindness of blood donors and those who volunteer their time. There is no substitute for blood — volunteer donors are essential to patient care. Blood Program Leaders […]
Autism Acceptance Month, observed in April, shines a spotlight on more than awareness. “What Autism Acceptance Month does is shift the conversation from awareness to genuine understanding,” said Courtney Bierman, a board- certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and president and founder of Bierman Autism Centers. “Awareness tells you something exists. Acceptance asks you to welcome it.” […]
Shortly before 1 p.m. on March 9, a threatening phone call came into the main office at Matawan Regional High School in Monmouth County. Within minutes, all six schools in the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District were locked down. Students described teachers shouting lockdown instructions into hallways, security guards on the radio, and the loudspeaker announcement […]
On Wednesday, April 29, the Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, striking down Louisiana’s congressional map as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander and significantly weakening Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. The majority opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito, found that the Voting Rights Act did not require Louisiana to create […]
Blood Drives In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. April is National Volunteer Month, and the Red Cross celebrates the kindness of blood donors and those who volunteer their time. There is no substitute for blood — volunteer donors are essential to patient care. Blood Program Leaders […]
When President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025, the effects rippled quickly beyond Washington, and the consequences landed directly in the New Jersey state budget, already strained by exhausted COVID relief funds, pension obligations decades in the making, and a structural deficit Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared serious […]
The Friends of the Burlington County Animal Shelter will host their second annual Wags & Whiskers spring gala at the Laurel Creek Country Club in Mount Laurel on Saturday, May 2, from 6 to 10 p.m. Guests can expect dinner, a DJ, basket raffles and a complimentary selection of spirits and beverages. The dress code […]
The Burlington County Health Department is distributing free radon test kits to county homeowners so they can check their property for the radioactive gas. About 100 kits are available as part of a partnership between the county and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to raise awareness and help safeguard local homes from […]
There are bat holders at the ball fields at Joseph Lawrence Park and Northern Community Park. This is all thanks to Michael James Kelly, 17, a senior at Bordentown Regional High School, who constructed the bat holders as part of his Eagle Scout project. He celebrated his Court of Honor ceremony at St. Mary’s Hall […]
Families from across South Jersey are invited to attend a special Burlington County event devoted to increasing understanding about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the many resources that can assist those impacted by the condition. The Autism In My Shoes symposium will take place at the Burlington County Special Services School District’s Westampton Campus on […]
New Jersey confirmed its first measles case of 2026 on Wednesday, warning residents who passed through two busy public locations earlier this month that they may have been exposed — and doing so at a moment when the state’s own data shows its vaccination coverage is no longer strong enough to stop the disease from […]
Blood Drives In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. April is National Volunteer Month, and the Red Cross celebrates the kindness of blood donors and those who volunteer their time. There is no substitute for blood — volunteer donors are essential to patient care. Blood Program Leaders […]
For Alexis Thiel, being part of Bordentown Regional High School’s “Don’t Text and Drive – Bordentown Wants You Alive” Club prepared her more as she started driving. “I definitely put my phone away,” she said. “I put my seatbelt on. I tell everyone in my car to make sure they buckle up.” Thiel said she […]
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) has quarantined a property in Burlington County after a horse developed the highly infectious equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM). The animal, a 17-year-old warmblood gelding, developed acute clinical signs on April 1, and is currently undergoing hospitalization. EHM is the often-deadly neurologic form of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) infection. […]
Two governors made the promise. Federal investigators issued the warning. And for more than four decades, children sent to New Jersey’s juvenile detention system say they were violated by the very staff charged with their care. The New Jersey Training School at Jamesburg and the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility in Bordentown are still […]
New Jersey’s school funding formula needs to change — that was the message Education Commissioner Lily Laux brought to the Assembly Budget Committee in Trenton on Wednesday, even as Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s administration defended a proposed record education budget that still leaves 167 of the state’s 574 school districts facing aid reductions. Sherrill’s fiscal year […]
The public is invited to Celebrate Earth Day at a special Environmental Heroes outdoor concert with local songwriter, Jonathan Sprout on Saturday, April 18, at the Discovery Center at Point Breeze. The concert will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Reservations are requested at drgreenway.org. The family friendly event will feature music and fresh […]
Think you’ve got what it takes to train like a pro? The 2026 Youth Police Academy hosted by the Bordentown Township and Bordentown City police departments is back this summer from July 13 to 17. Applications are now open. Past academies have included physical training, tours of the police departments, meeting police K-9s, trainings in […]
Blood Drives In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. April is National Volunteer Month, and the Red Cross celebrates the kindness of blood donors and those who volunteer their time. There is no substitute for blood — volunteer donors are essential to patient care. Blood Program Leaders […]
Join Bordentown Township’s Low Mow initiative and help protect native pollinators and wildlife. By delaying the first lawn cut until after May 8th and raising mower blades to the highest setting, homeowners can make a big difference for the bees, butterflies, birds, and other beneficial insects that call the community home. Fewer cuts equal […]
Team Vivian is hosting its inaugural “Team Vivian Walk” at Joseph Lawrence Park on April 25. Team Vivian is a nonprofit organization created to honor the giving spirit and loving memory of Vivian Comeau, who embraced life fully and joyfully, according to her family. Their mission focuses on two core causes that were close to […]
New Jersey Transit has taken delivery of its first Multilevel III rail car, a milestone the agency and state officials framed Monday as the beginning of the end for a commuter fleet that has become a symbol of chronic delay. The power car — the first of 374 on order from Alstom — arrived at […]
Have you ever wondered about the inspiration for some of your favorite books or the next project from a beloved novelist or nonfiction author? The Burlington County Library System (BCLS), which includes the Bordentown Library, is giving library cardholders insider access to dozens of acclaimed writers through its new Virtual Author Speakers Series. The author talks are […]
Blood Drives In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. April is National Volunteer Month, and the Red Cross celebrates the kindness of blood donors and those who volunteer their time. There is no substitute for blood — volunteer donors are essential to patient care. Blood Program Leaders […]
Blood Drives This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into spring. Schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red […]
The City of Bordentown will commemorate its important place in the American Revolution on the weekend of April 25 and 26. Planned as part of the 250-Anniversary of the American Revolution, the “Bordentown and the Art of Revolution” event highlights the political, literary, and musical expressions of several of the city’s Revolutionary War era residents. The center […]
The Burlington County Spring Resource Fair and Egg Hunt returns this month with plenty of seasonal fun for children with disabilities and their families. The annual event will be held at the Burlington County Special Services School in Westampton on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free, inclusive festival will feature […]
One of the nation’s favorite famers markets is back. The Burlington County Farmers Market returned from its winter hiatus on March 14 for the first of four preseason market days in March and April. The next preseason days are March 28, April 11 and April 25. The market’s regular season of weekly Saturday markets will […]
Blood Drives This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into spring. Schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red […]
The Burlington County Farmers Market is back in the running to be crowned the best in the nation. For the second consecutive year, the market is one of 20 finalists in the USA Today 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards. Individuals can vote once a day every day between now and noon on Monday, April 13, at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-farmers-market/. […]
Local residents get to know each other and are able to connect across cultures and generations at their area libraries. In the Burlington County Library System, local artist Smriti Sangal, is on a mission to build relationships through art. A multimedia artist and art educator, she hosts workshops that cover art mediums from painting to […]
Mayor Stephanie Lagos is excited. Bordentown City’s administration is filling in with veteran, qualified officials. That is what she expressed during the Bordentown City Board of Commissioners meeting on March 16. Michael Lapolla began his role as city administrator on March 1. The role is responsible for all aspects of city government and oversees daily […]
The following is a statement from Christina M. Renna, president and CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey. For southern New Jersey’s business community, today’s budget address contained reasons for encouragement and questions that deserve careful consideration. We welcome the governor’s commitment to energy diversity, permitting reform and housing affordability – all issues that directly […]
The NJ Supreme Court ruled unanimously that employers cannot avoid paying wages by pointing to a worker’s immigration status, overturning lower-court decisions that had dismissed a Newark superintendent’s claims entirely. The case centers on Sergio Lopez, who said he worked at two Newark residential buildings owned by Marmic LLC beginning in June 2015. According to […]
Blood Drives This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into spring. Schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red […]
New Jersey lawmakers have begun collecting public input on Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s proposed $60.7 billion state budget, launching the formal legislative review of a plan aimed at addressing a roughly $3 billion structural deficit without raising taxes on individual residents. The first public hearing opened this week in Trenton, with additional opportunities for residents to […]
Come March 30, Frank J. Lombardo will take on the director of police role in Bordentown Township “to oversee departmental operations, strategic planning, and policy development while working closely with township leadership and the community to support the continued delivery of professional and responsive policing services.” Lombardo’s annual salary will be $160,000 and he is […]
Governor Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday unveiled a $60.7 billion state budget that includes a record $12.4 billion in aid for New Jersey’s K-12 public schools, as the state confronts a projected $3 billion structural deficit and rising costs across government programs. The spending plan, Sherrill’s first since taking office, increases school formula aid by 3.1% […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible in 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood […]
An 18th-century cannonball found near the Princeton Battlefield, an eyewitness account of the Battle of Princeton, an original manuscript of the Declaration of Independence and an invitation to a ball in 1781 celebrating the Americans’ victory at Yorktown. Those are among the treasures that will be on display at Princeton University’s Firestone Library in “Nursery […]
Bordentown Township is excited for warmer weather to arrive. That’s because improvements to Northern Community Park and Joseph Lawrence Park are taking shape and expected to be competed in the spring and summer. Fred Turek of Turek Consulting, LLC, the township’s planning engineer, shared updates on exciting park improvements – designed with families, accessibility, and […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible in 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood […]
New Jersey continues to grapple with reading proficiency gaps among students as education leaders push new strategies centered on phonics instruction and early literacy intervention. Many students across the state still struggle to meet grade-level expectations in reading, prompting renewed attention to how literacy is taught in elementary school classrooms. Reading proficiency remains a central […]
New Jersey American Water has launched its 2026 American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant program. The foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects. It awarded a combined total of $1.7 million in water and environment grants to 80 organizations in 12 states in 2025. The funds […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible in 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. The snowstorm, significantly impacting the region’s blood supply for the next week. Make time to […]
The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the entire county, warning of potential snow accumulations of between 18 and 30 inches or more across the county. The snow is expected to begin later this afternoon and grow increasingly heavy, with potential rates of up to 3-inches an hour expected between 10 tonight […]
A 21-year-old Hamilton man was charged with criminal attempt aggravated sexual assault after a report of an alleged assault at the Southgate Apartments on Feb. 10, according to the Bordentown Township Police Department. The man was also charged with criminal restraint, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and terroristic threats, according to police. […]
Rider University’s March to Sustainability turnaround plan took an “important and encouraging step” in the right direction. The New Jersey State Approving Agency signed off on Rider University as an institution of choice for military veterans and their dependents, following a risk-based survey conducted in January. The agency oversees the approval of educational institutions and […]
Proximity to major roads and finding a nice affordable home were important for Aneka Miller and her husband Clinton when looking for a place to settle for their growing family. They found that place in Bordentown Township 20 years ago. “Initially I didn’t want to move to Bordentown,” Miller admitted. “It was my husband. He […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
New Jersey is set to receive at least $250 million in federal aid for local initiatives after Congress passed key spending bills, reversing a substantial loss the state faced in 2025 when Washington stripped more than $200 million in earmarked funding from its budget. Distributed across at least 270 projects statewide, the funding targets a […]
Bordentown Regional School District Superintendent James Altobello sent a letter to community members in response to concerns due to recent events in neighboring communities regarding Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). “I understand and appreciate the community concerns,” he wrote on Jan. 20. In the letter he noted as superintendent, he has provided the following directions […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
It was déjà vu all over again for the General Assembly, which held a commemorative meeting at Nassau Hall on the Princeton University campus on Feb. 5. That’s because it was the first time in 250 years that state lawmakers met at Nassau Hall. The first meeting of the General Assembly in the fledgling State […]
A potential storm system remains in the forecast for late Sunday into early Monday, though forecasters say recent model trends are reducing the likelihood of significant snowfall across much of New Jersey. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly said it will “continue to watch a storm system for the late weekend and into early […]
Old City Hall (OCH) Restoration Committee in Bordentown began its Winter/Spring calendar of events with the annual Fanny Parnell Poetry Reading on Feb. 1. It was a “wonderful afternoon of poetry and community,” a post on the Old City Hall Restoration Committee said. “Thank you to everyone who joined us.” The event spotlights historically important […]
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a property in Burlington County after one horse developed the highly infectious equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM). The horse, an 18-year-old gelding, developed acute clinical signs on Jan. 7 and was euthanized. EHM is the often-deadly neurologic form of equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) infection. The two remaining horses on […]
The County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey (CPANJ) – a group representing the top prosecutors in each county – oppose Assembly Bill A6206 and Senate Bill S5000, which propose wide-ranging reforms to New Jersey’s parole system. “While we support efforts to promote successful reentry and reduce unnecessary reincarceration, this legislation, as drafted, raises profound concerns […]
NJ Transit unveiled the first vehicle on the River LINE to feature a fully renovated passenger compartment, as well as a recent engine overhaul, as part of continuing efforts to enhance the customer experience and improve service reliability. To mark the milestone, the vehicle is wrapped in graphics that celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year. […]
Volunteers can make a difference during HomeFront’s Week of Hope from Monday, Feb. 9 to Saturday, Feb. 14, which will include a variety of volunteer and educational opportunities to help local families impacted by poverty and homelessness. Some can be done at home or virtually, others are in person. Bake Some Love Sign up to […]
The Burlington County Commissioners are seeking the public’s input on county parks, regional trails, parks programs and how residents would like to see open space funds invested. Burlington County residents and visitors are encouraged to participate in an online survey about county parks, trails, recreational facilities and programs, open space and other needs. There are […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
Rider University has launched an ambitious campaign to recruit students for the Class of 2030. The university, which is based in Lawrence Township, has unveiled a new website to promote the school. “IBelieveinRider.com” features short videos from administrators, students and alumni about why they believe in Rider and how the school has believed in them. […]
The New Jersey Department of Education has released updated guidance for schools on banning cell phones and other devices during the school day. Recently signed legislation requires each school district to adopt bell-to-bell policies prohibiting non-academic use of phones and other personal devices in K-12 classes, with certain exceptions. Those policies must be aligned with […]
New Jersey has implemented new statewide e-bike safety regulations – some of the strictest in the nation – following a rise in serious and fatal crashes. E-bike riders must have: • A valid driver’s license (17 and older) or a motorized bicycle license (15 and older) • State registration for the e-bike • Insurance coverage […]
A developing winter storm expected to take shape off the East Coast this weekend could bring snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding to parts of New Jersey, as forecasters track a system that may rapidly intensify into a powerful nor’easter and bomb cyclone. The storm is not expected to form until Saturday, but confidence is […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
With winter underway and the possibility of snowstorms, Hazlet-based New Jersey American Water and The Watershed Institute in Hopewell are reminding residents, businesses and municipalities that excessive use of road salt can have serious environmental consequences. The message will be emphasized during Winter Salt Week 2026, which takes place through Friday, Jan. 30. While salt […]
Central Jersey is still working through snow and ice left by the weekend storm, and forecasters say another system could begin to take shape later this week, though uncertainty remains high about whether it will affect the region. AccuWeather meteorologists say a developing storm system near the U.S. Gulf Coast is expected to strengthen along […]
A major winter storm is expected to strike the region late this weekend and the Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Office of Emergency Management are encouraging residents to prepare for significant snow accumulations and other impacts. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the entire county, warning of potential snow accumulations […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
“We are, the Trenton Ironhawks.” After a two-month, name-the-team contest with more than 2,000 entries, the Trenton professional ECHL (formerly East Coast Hockey League) ice hockey team has a name. Jim Miller of Lawrenceville, and Joel Perez, of Bordentown, both submitted the winning team name and will each receive two season ticket memberships for the […]
County health departments in the state have issued advisories this month about the increase in people infected by the norovirus, a highly contagious illness that causes nausea, diarrhea and stomach cramps. “According to the CDC, norovirus outbreaks are at a 10-year high, so it’s imperative that residents remain vigilant and take precaution to prevent getting […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
The Bordentown Historical Society is receiving $9,000 to support the organization’s Camden & Amboy Railroad Project, including a self-guided walking tour of the former rail line’s route with 15 interpretive signs and displays. The Burlington County Commissioners recently continued to demonstrate a commitment to preserving and promoting local history by awarding a record number of grants […]
Three women begin their four-year terms on the three-member Board of Commissioners, a first for Bordentown City. Stephanie Lagos, Jennifer Sciortino, and Grace Archer took their oaths of office at Old City Hall in front of friends and family including Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy on Jan. 3. A reorganization followed with […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS) has declared a blood emergency and is issuing an urgent call for donors. Holiday disruptions, severe winter weather, canceled blood drives, and widespread seasonal illnesses have led to a significant decline in blood donations, resulting in critically low levels across the region. In recent weeks, blood donations have dropped nearly 40% below what is needed to meet hospital demand, resulting in less than a two-day supply of blood for more than 200 hospitals across the tri-state area. The emergency declaration follows […]
Burlington County Library System cardholders will be able to borrow books from libraries in Camden, Atlantic and Gloucester counties next year under new reciprocal borrowing agreements between all four South Jersey counties. The borrowing agreements took effect on Thursday, Jan. 1, and will allow library cardholders from each of the four South Jersey counties to […]
The New Jersey’s seat belt usage rate has risen significantly following the statewide 2025 “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign, according to the state’s annual observational survey submitted by the New Jersey Institute of Technology and the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety. It showed that nearly 95% of front-seat occupants wear a seat belt. The […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across the country. With more people headed away from […]
As we look forward to the new year, here’s a look back at Bordentown’s top stories. River LINE update In efforts to “strengthen and enhance the future” of the River LINE light rail system, NJ Transit has assumed all responsibility for the operation of the service by the end of the year. NJ Transit and […]
‘Tis the season of gift giving and home deliveries, and that frequently means lots of household waste, especially Styrofoam and plastic packaging materials from eCommerce boxes and shipments. The Burlington County Department of Solid Waste and Recycling is reminding residents that Styrofoam should be removed from all cardboard shipping boxes and disposed of in household […]
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply as strong as possible in the final days of the year and into 2026. Types O, A negative and B negative blood donors are especially needed now. Record-setting travel is happening across […]
Bordentown Township has been awarded more than $270,000 through the New Jersey Department of Transportation’s Fiscal Year 2026 Municipal Aid Grant Program. This funding will support the repaving of Vine Way and Cherry Lane, improving road safety and overall travel conditions for local residents. The statewide Municipal Aid Program funds local transportation projects based on […]
Blood Drives As fall officially begins, the American Red Cross urges people to mark the new season with a lifesaving blood or platelet donation to help keep the blood supply strong. Donors of all blood types, especially those with types O positive and B negative blood, are needed now. All who come to give through Dec. 7 will score an exclusive pair of Red Cross […]
The Burlington County Commissioners approved additional steps to expand the county’s network of regional trails, saying the new extensions will enhance outdoor recreation, improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and promote mobility between communities. Among the new trail projects the county is pursuing are a 13-mile extension of the Delaware River Heritage Trail from Florence through […]
On the heels of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Burlington County has provided what it calls fun facts on its social media page. The draw was held in Washington D.C., on Dec. 5 to determine whom the 48 teams competing in next summer’s tournament will play in their group stage matches. The U.S. is in […]
Rider University’s accreditation has been placed on probation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education because of its shaky financial condition. Rider University also has been placed on provisional certification and heightened cash monitoring by the U.S. Department of Education, which threatens its ability to participate in federal student financial aid programs. A combination […]
As cooler weather arrives, the American Red Cross urges families to heat their homes safely. Home fires account for most of the 60,000-plus disasters the agency responds to each year, and home fire responses are 30% higher during cold months than they are in warmer times of year. According to the National Fire Protection Association, space heaters are most often […]
In the crowded Palmyra community center, Mayor Gina Ragomo Tait pleaded with NJ Transit executives to address problems with transients using the town’s River LINE station and their visits to the Wawa across the street at Cinnaminson Avenue and Little Broad Street. “People do not want to go to the Palmyra station,” she said, adding […]
Two men have been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of two men outside a convenience store in November, according to Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and Bordentown Township Police Department Officer-in-Charge Lt. Frank Nucera III. Justford Doe, 23, of Philadelphia, and Giovanni Varanese, 21, of Cherry Hill, were also charged with conspiracy […]
The Burlington County Health Department is reminding residents that there’s still time for them to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu before the winter holidays and the worse outbreaks. The Health Department has scheduled additional flu shot clinics to give residents additional opportunities to get themselves or their children protected. With the new additions, there […]
Blood Drives As fall officially begins, the American Red Cross urges people to mark the new season with a lifesaving blood or platelet donation to help keep the blood supply strong. Donors of all blood types, especially those with types O positive and B negative blood, are needed now. All who come to give through Dec. 7 will score an exclusive pair of Red Cross […]
Maud Dahme still remembers the day when her mother sat down with her and told her that she and her younger sister were going to stay on a farm while her parents were going on a vacation. It was 1942. “I remember we were so excited,” recalled Dahme, who was a 6 1/2 years old […]
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intensified its fight against the threat of synthetic opioids with the launch in October of Fentanyl Free America, a comprehensive enforcement initiative and public awareness campaign aimed at reducing both the supply and demand for the drug. The effort is meant to protect Americans and their communities from fentanyl’s […]
