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

Merchantville is among these 45 New Jersey towns just named the healthiest in the state. The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute announced the Mayors Wellness Campaign “Healthy Town” winners for 2025. These communities are recognized for initiatives improving physical activity, nutrition, safe environments and mental health resources. Merchantville advanced from "Healthy Town Up-and-Coming" in 2024 to "Healthy Town" in 2025, reflecting the borough’s growing

Registration is officially OPEN for the Borough of Merchantville's Summer Parks and Playgrounds program at the Community Center! Here's all the details. It runs from June 22 through July 24 on Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. *NO CAMP JULY 3rd* The camp is open to kids who have finished pre-k to 10 years of age. Merchantville resident tuition: $300; Non-Resident tuition: $350; NEW weekly tuition option: $100 per week.