Get ready all you Merchantville kids - young and old - because Santa and members of the Niagra Fire Company will be making a special visit throughout the entire town as the Merchantville Fire Department presents Operation Santa! Our fire company will be traveling across Borough streets on Tuesday night, December 16th, beginning around 7:30 p.m and they won't stop til they've covered every inch of our little hamlet! Join in the fun as they escort

Mary Jane Mallon, longtime Merchantville resident, passed away on December 4, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Philadelphia, Mary Jane's life was a testament to the power of warmth and friendliness that she extended to everyone she met. She was the cherished wife of the late James Mallon. Her legacy continues through her four devoted children, Kathleen Polimeni, Theresa Hinchman (Richard), James V. Mallon (Jessica), and Rosemary Napoli

Are you looking for some special gifts this holiday season? Merchantville's business community is ready to serve up stocking stuffers, gift cards and handmade presents for that special someone! Follow Shop Merchantville on Facebook and Instagram all month long for great gift ideas you can find in town. Shop Merchantville is one place where you can find spots in town to eat and safely shop. Staying local to support your independently-owned businesses

The Merchantville Fire Department is proud to be a drop-off location again this year for the Toys for Tots program, a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve, which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for Christmas. It was founded in 1947 by reservist Major Bill Hendricks. Drop off hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: 22 East Park Avenue, Merchantville. Please bring your new,

Looking for an indoor space to host your gathering this season? The Merchantville Community Center has a few remaining openings in both our Ballroom Level and Lower Level for early 2026. Ballroom Level Capacity: 140 guests with seating - for up to 128 - and is currently available on these dates in 2026: all Fridays in January, Sunday, January 25th; all Fridays in February, Saturday, February 14th and 28th and Sunday, February 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd;

Eagle Scout extraordinaire Ona Novak and her team of scouts from Scouting America Troop 119, led by Shawn Waldron, built a native pollinator garden at the Organic Community Garden early last month. It will be home to over 100 native plants and wildflowers, adding not only beauty but habitat, food and shelter for birds, bees, butterflies and more fostering immeasurable benefit to all the gardens located there. Seeds from Wild Roots Collingswood

Mark your calendars, people because it’s happening! On Thursday, December 11th, from 5:00-10:00 p.m. we're tapping six (6) @troegsbeer favorites at The Blue Monkey Tavern in Merchantville, NJ. Try these belgium-style beers from Tröegs Independent Brewing - Mad Elf, Naked Elf, Aged Mad Elf Grand Cru, Blizzard of Hops IPA, Chocolate Stout and Pennsylvania Lager. The crew from this family-owned brewery is rolling in DEEP with swag, giveaways,