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Don’t let university gobble up this N.J. town | Letters
Media coverage of plans for the Rowan bypass project on U.S. Route 322 in Glassboro has focused on discontented residents, with few mentions of reasons for their objections. The plan, officially called “Rowan By-Pass,” is two-fold. The portion causing controversy involves diverting traffic from Route 322 (which splits the Rowan University campus) and sending it through a residential area known as Chestnut Ridge. This historic neighborhood is dotted with stately 100-year-old homes. Families have lived there for decades and generations.
New Jersey kitten is rescued from waste compactor just in the nick of time
A kitten from New Jersey may be short one or two of her nine lives after she was rescued from a waste compactor just in the nick of time. Burlington County Regional Recycling Program employee Mark Motta was having a normal day at work on July 8 when he went to check the hydraulics of his truck.
Fire caused by lightning displaces 10 N.J. apartment residents
A fire caused by a thunderstorm that rolled across New Jersey displaced four families from an apartment complex in the Philadelphia suburbs, authorities said. Lightning struck near the Heritage Grove Apartments in Voorhees Township around 9 p.m. Tuesday, igniting the blaze, according to NJ.com. Six units were damaged in the resulting fire and continuing storm, two by the flames and four by the ...
Hudson River tunnel project CEO quits after being referenced in Norcross indictment
The $16 billion Gateway Project is the largest public works project in the country. Gateway Development Corporation Kris Kolluri was referred to as “Individual-1” in the Norcross case. He wasn’t accused of wrongdoing. [ more › ]
A Camden program is helping lower-wage earners become homeowners
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A Camden organization is giving residents a unique opportunity to become homeowners. Saint Joseph’s Carpenter Society in New Jersey buys abandoned properties in the city, rehabilitates them and...
Committee addresses traffic issue updates
The Harrison Township Committee provided updates on recent traffic issues that have plagued the town during its July 15 meeting. One concerned making a left turn from Lambs Road onto Route 322, where a Wawa is located. The issue there stems from the confusion of drivers on Richwood-Aura Road. The county recently evaluated the situation and its findings were discussed at the meeting.
An ‘old-fashioned barbecue’ at Locust Grove
The township hosted its annual Locust Grove block party on the afternoon of July 13, drawing hundreds of people to the area next to Clements Bridge Road, according to Mayor Paul Medany. “It went great despite the overwhelming heat,” he said. “We had close to 500 people attend. It was...
Attention Mount Laurel Eateries: Burlington County's Summer Restaurant Week Returning for 5th Year
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – Burlington County Restaurant Week will celebrate five years of tasty food, drinks and economic success this summer during what is expected to become the event’s largest and most exciting chapter yet. The summer celebration of Burlington County restaurants, taverns, breweries, distilleries, wineries and food trucks will be held August 18 through August 24 and will showcase some of the region’s best food, drinks, desserts and appetizers.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Now in its fifth year, the weeklong promotion is organized by the Burlington County Commissioners, State Senator Troy Singleton...
Second phase of Voorhees office building conversion to senior housing goes to zoning board.
A developer that won Voorhees Township approval to convert an eight-story office building to senior apartments will return to the zoning board next Thursday to add to the project. The first phase of the project by Pinnacle Luxury Residences LLC of New Hope, Pennsylvania, to convert the almost-vacant 185,000-square-foot office...
Camden County readies $1.3M upgrade for playgrounds in Newton Lake Park
COLLINGSWOOD — On a recent visit, a Camden County park here offered an unlikely view from its playground. An uprooted light pole — snapped at the base, smashed at its top — lay near swing sets and slides at Newton Lake Park. Two benches flanked a picnic table that had no table top.
VFW rep outlines organization’s scholarship opportunities
Kevin McElroy of the Westville Grove VFW gave a presentation to the Deptford board of education at its July 16 meeting on scholarships offered by the veterans organization. Once the board approves the contests, students can earn a scholarship by competing in one of two essay challenges, depending on their grade. The Voice of Democracy contest is for ninth through 12th graders and the Patriot’s Pen contest is for sixth through eighth graders.
Mantua Mayor’s Message for July 18
In the wake of the recent assassination attempt of Former President Donald Trump in Butler Pa., it’s even more imperative that we as a community remain united and steadfast. We can have our differing viewpoints, but there is no place for this type of violence and rancorous behavior in our country. We must stand together to unequivocally condemn all acts of this kind as Americans and as Mantua Township citizens.
Mount Laurel Library Hosting Adventurous Weekend Movie Matinée
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Join the Mount Laurel Library this weekend for a free weekend movie with a worldly twist! The Library will be hosting a matinée screening of the 1956 classic film Around the World in 80 Days on Saturday, July 20 at 1PM.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The entertaining adventure spectacle, based on Jules Verne’s novel, won the Academy Award for Best Picture and has delighted audiences for decades. It stars David Niven as Phileas Fogg, an Englishman who wagers he can traverse the globe in a mere 80 days. He’s joined by his trusty French manservant and a beautiful princess, Shirley Maclaine, while being trailed by a Scotland Yard detective who believes Fogg is up to no good. Around the World in 80 Days is filled with star cameos and features an Oscar-winning score by Victor Young. The film is rated G and runs for 155 minutes, and Saturday’s matinee will have a brief intermission. The event is hosted by Irv Slifkin. No registration is required. The Mount Laurel Library is located at 100 Walt Whitman Avenue. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Library hosts a history of the Green Cemetery
Local historian and Green Cemetery trustee James Boakes is teaming with the Deptford library as it hosts a presentation about the graveyard’s history on Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 6:30 p.m. The cemetery – located next to the library on Tanyard Road – traces its roots to the 1880s, according...
SONIC Drive-In Berlin Township Opens Monday July 22nd. Grand Opening Celebration!
An eagerly awaited SONIC drive-in location opens on Rt 73 in Berlin Township (West Berlin) this Monday July 22nd. Doors open to customers Monday at 11:00 AM, and the first 100 guests in line will receive a free cheeseburger!. SONIC Drive-In is an iconic restaurant brand features delicious fresh burgers,...
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