New Jersey school districts will see either an increase in state aid or flat funding for the new year, according to figures released by the state Thursday. Merchantville's aid increased by $237,120 or 13.4%. The district is projected to get increased aid in 2013-14 of $298,845 or a change of 14.9 %. Overall, aid distributed through the funding formula will increase by nearly $97 million,
Council to caucus tonight
Borough Council will meet on Monday, February 25th at 7:30 p.m. in Borough Hall. During the meeting the West Maple Neighborhood Task Force will provide an update about the community. Also under discussion will be approval of a raffle and 50/50 license for Merchantville PTA, a plaque for fallen servicemen of Iraq and Afghanistan, use of facility approval for the Walk for the Wish event, making East Chestnut Avenue one way and St. Peter's procession schedule,
Society looks to honor homeowners
The Merchantville Historical Society is searching for candidates to be recipients of an award certificate for the interior or exterior appearance of their homes. It’s our way to reach out to let you know that your efforts have not gone unnoticed or unappreciated. You will be invited to share your old house adventures with the members of the Society at a gathering at the home of Peter and Jane Homon, 40 E. Walnut Avenue, on Wednesday, February 27, at 7:30PM.
Actress revolutionizes role in 'Cinderella'
Susan Riley Stevens, who wowed audiences last year on the Walnut Street Theatre stage in “God of Carnage’’ is back as the wicked step-mother in "Cinderella". Her family’s move from South Philly to Merchantville last year boosts the belief that there are many cultural treasures on this side of the bridge. “There's definitely an actors community springing up here because of the town's
N.J. Superior Court finds for eminent domain action
In a recent decision, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey has held that New Jersey law does not require a condemning authority to negotiate with a mortgagee, which has obtained a final judgment of foreclosure on the subject property, prior to the initiation of an eminent domain action. Borough of Merchantville v. LB-RPR REO Holdings, LLC, No. A-3745-11T4 (App. Div., 2013).
Merchantvile gets funding for firefighting
Fire departments in Merchantville and Audubon will receive approximately $486,000 in federal funding to hire firefighters and purchase equipment. The grants announced on Wednesday, 1/23, will be used to add three firefighters in Merchantville and 33 self-contained breathing apparatuses in Audubon, according to U.S. Rep. Rob Andrews, D-N.J. Merchantville is receiving the bulk of the grant at $300,000.
Faith and fellowship open house
Come grow with the Vine Community at Friends of L'Arche, 35 West Maple Avenue, Merchantville. We are committed to building communities of faith and lifelong homes for adults with disabilities. Join us on December 8, 2012 to foster “Faith & Fellowship” among persons with disabilities, their families,