Many Merchantville residents made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States. During World War I, four (4) Merchantville residents lost their lives on the battlefields of Europe during the Great War. Their legacies and home addresses were historically preserved on the town's 1921 Armistice Day monument. They are:
Corporal Frederick W. Grigg, raised in Merchantville as one of ten children, he served with General Pershing before deploying to France.
Merchantville Fire Department Niagra Fire Company firefighters were spotted in the roof of a home on Woodlawn Avenue in Merchantville, on Tuesday morning as smoke poured from the home and firefighters walked across the rooftop working to extinguish the flames. NBC10's SkyForce10 spotted the fire at about 10:30 a.m. and smoke billowed from windows on the building's first floor as firefighters worked the roof in the 200 block of Woodlawn Avenue. Rehab 13 - Deer Park Fire Company from Cherry Hill and Pennsauken Fire Department also responded.
Your vote won’t count sitting on your counter - return your Vote-By-Mail ballot today! We know that voting can be stressful and confusing at times, that's why Camden County is here for you during this process. Vote By Mail is confidential, safe and the same exact ballot as in-person voting. Times have changed, and voting has never been more accessible. The June 2 Primary will be here before we know it and Merchantville's Democratic Team -
The Borough of Merchantville's Historical Society wants residents to break out your flags, bunting, and star spangled decor to celebrate the Fourth of July with a Patriotic House Decorating Contest. First, second, and third place winners will be awarded a handsome lawn sign to proudly display to the community during 4th of July events. Outside judges will stop by home entries on Saturday, June 27th, to look for the most creative and clever translations
The Borough of Merchantville will mourn and honor its deceased service men and women at a service in Wellwood Park on Monday, May 25th, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. As in past years, the services will be conducted by officers from the F.W. Grigg American Legion Post 68. In addition, BSA Troop 119 Merchantville will present the colors, Mayor Brennan will share a commemorative message and a traditional wreath laying by numerous
We’re celebrating Merchantville’s 152th Birthday with our community in a big way! Bring your family and neighbors to Wellwood Park between Maple, Myrtle and Linden Avenues on Saturday, June 6th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and enjoy a picnic in the park, relay races, amusements, face painters and other fun activities. Check back for more details coming soon! Rain Date: Sunday, June 7th. Take this opportunity to meet and chat with volunteers
The Merchantville Community Center is getting a much needed facelift! Recently, the Borough was awarded a $50,000 Historic Preservation Grant through Camden County Government for the project to preserve this Merchantville landmark. Restoration work includes stucco repairs, painting, and attention to exterior wood repairs. Take a look at its progress on your next stroll by! Additionally, a $25,000 grant was secured through the Camden County Recreation Program.
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.
