In January, Merchantville's Mayor Ted Brennan announced that he was not running for re-election. At that time he proudly endorsed Ray Woods for Mayor and Ruby Delarosa and Sean Fitzgerald for Borough Council expressing confidence that their team would continue to meet the needs of our residents first while offering a “next generation of leadership” that can continue the work of his administration while bringing new energy to local issues most critical to our town.
Pride Month, sometimes specified as LGBTQ Pride Month, is a month-long observance dedicated to the celebration of LGBTQ pride, commemorating the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer culture and community. Merchantville’s primary celebration is a Flag Raising and an event named Lip Sync with PRIDE. The event is generally held on a weekend and we're still waiting for this year's plans to be firmed up. In 2025 it included a DragQueen Story Time,
The LINK in Camden County is a key segment of the Circuit Trails - an expansive 850-mile network of interconnected trails across Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. With more than 400 miles already completed, it stands as one of the largest trail systems in the nation. This week, we’re highlighting some of the “hidden gems” of the Circuit right in our own backyard. Have you explored the Merchantville Trail lately? This one-mile rail-trail offers a flat, scenic route that
My parents’ lives changed overnight when a fire tore through their home of 26 years, on Woodlawn Avenue in Merchantville, burning half the residence and leaving the rest in total chaos. The rooms that weren’t destroyed are now covered in smoke and water damage, making it nearly impossible for them to return to any sense of normalcy. On top of the physical loss, they are still in shock and trying to cope with the emotional aftermath of such a traumatic event. One of the hardest parts
We might be headed into summer this weekend, but our minds are already on the holidays. Merchantville's Holiday Home Tour is back and we are well into planning this year’s tour. The tour is the first Saturday in December - December 5, 2026. A self-guided walk through some of the most beautifully decorated homes in town, with all proceeds going back into beautifying downtown Merchantville. We already have some amazing homes on board and we are looking for a few more to complete the tour.
When the Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission was first established, the goal was simple: provide a reliable water supply to the community. Fast forward 100 years, and that responsibility has grown to include advanced treatment processes, strict state and federal regulations, and continuous system monitoring. Today, our system serves nearly 50,000 residents, supported by wells, treatment facilities, and a team working behind the scenes every day.
In 2026 Merchantville ranks as the #12 out of 414 Best Suburbs for Young Professionals, #23 of 414 Best Places for Young professionals and #66 of 414 Most Diverse Suburbs in New Jersey according to Niche, a US market research company that ranks and rates neighborhoods, cities, and schools across the United States. Merchantville, NJ, is celebrated for its historic charm, tight-knit family-friendly community, and exceptional walkability. Merchantville boasts significantly
We want to take a moment to remind voters who we are, why we are running, and the vision we have for Merchantville’s future. This campaign has always been about our community. Since launching our campaign, we have knocked on nearly 800 doors across the borough and spoken directly with more than 1,000 of our neighbors. We’ve listened to your concerns, your ideas, and your hopes for Merchantville – and we have taken that feedback to heart as we shaped our priorities
