Guidance for the major Winter Storm coming this weekend shifted north a little overnight, further expanding the areas forecast to be impacted Friday through this weekend. Here are the latest key points. An expansive winter storm will produce swaths of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies and Plains into the Mid-South starting Friday and shifting across the East Coast this weekend, possibly through Monday for New England. Extreme cold in the wake of this system
New Jersey's e-bike laws recently changed significantly on January 19, 2026 to regulate electric bicycles in New Jersey following numerous dangerous crashes. The bill updates the regulation, licensing, classification, and training requirements for e-bikes. The new law requires licensing, registration, and insurance for all e-bikes, eliminating the previous Class 1, 2, 3 system, with riders needing a license and insurance within a year, and banning under-14s
The Township of Pennsauken has announced an employment opportunity for a Director of Golf. Under direction, this person is responsible for daily management of the golf course and its facilities; directs the operations which are consistent with an overall management program that requires sufficient revenue generation; does other related duties as required. This position offers an excellent benefit package, including a defined benefit pension plan
Shop Where Your Heart Is! Several of your downtown shops - Aradia's Treasures, Heartfelt Creations, Flowers Your Way, Brotherly Love Creations and The Hunter Gallery will gather at Nicole Nurthen Photography, 2 East Maple Avenue in Merchantville for an entertaining evening on Friday, February 6th. Bring your friends, family and significant others to this event. Save by getting your spot early. Prices listed are per person but you can just walk in/watch for free unless we sell out with advance tickets. This event will run from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
A bill declaring a break from the federal authority is now heading to Governor Phil Murphy’s desk to become the law of the Garden State. In a move aimed to shift vaccine policy authority from the federal government to the state level, the New Jersey Assembly voted 51–24 to pass legislation granting the state Department of Health (NJDOH) power to issue its own immunization recommendations, independent of the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
According to South Jersey's Food Scene Merchantville is poised for an exciting addition with the upcoming opening of Restaurant 1793, a contemporary American tasting-menu restaurant set to debut this spring at the former Park Place Cafe, 7 E. Park Ave. The intimate new concept, led by Chris Bennett, chef de cuisine at Collingswood’s highly regarded June BYOB, promises a refined yet approachable fine-dining experience offering six courses with a seasonal focus. In addition to its tasting menu format,
The Borough of Merchantville wants you to know there's S'more to LOVE here! On Friday, February 6th, grab your kids, family and friends to join us in the heart of downtown Merchantville to enjoy a toasty evening complete with tasty treats, live music, and fun from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Melt a FREE S’more by the fire and jam to live music by Lackadaisical Lemon. Kids can get creative with a Valentine's Day craft and enjoy a magical night
The Merchantville Police Department is accepting resumes and applications for the position of Full Time Police Officer. Starting salary 2026, $58,125. Employment includes NJPFRS pension, medical, dental and vision insurance. Applications can be picked up in person at Merchantville Borough Hall, 1 West Maple Avenue, or at our website, www.merchantvillenj.gov. Please share with your family and friends. Application deadline is January 31st 2026.
