On Sunday, July 26th, Mike Billig and his wife Kerri were involved in a tragic accident. Kerri sustained many injuries, impeding her ability to walk. Mike did not survive the crash. Kerri is one the stylist at The Clip Joint in Merchantville and is in need of help. Kerri is not only trying to heal physically and emotionally but, suddenly finds herself a widow, unable to work, with two children to care for and a home she can not afford on her own. Please consider making a contribution the Billig Family Go Fund Me campaign. Any monies donated will go directly to the Billig family to help them during these unexpected and difficult times. Let’s show some town love and support, big or small anything would help.

One reason Juneteenth’s history has remained widely misunderstood, or even unknown, is because educators say it’s not often taught in schools and that has a profound impact, erasing the history of systemic racism in this country and the contributions of Black people. In 2020, the meaning of June 19, 1865 is being seized more broadly by activists as an opportunity for the United States to come to terms with how slavery continues to affect the lives of all Americans today and is something for everyone, of every race, to engage in. This year, Juneteenth will be commemorated with protests, marches, a general workers strike, and opportunities for healing and joy across the country. It will also be celebrated as it has been for decades, with cookouts and parades, as well as church gatherings and spirituals, keeping in touch with the original tradition. 

The Camden County Library System invites adults and teens ages 12 and up in our community to contribute to our online Quaranzine, a special publication documenting this monumental and unique moment in time we now find ourselves in. Share your experience with COVID-19 and social distancing using the art medium of your choice. Each issue of the CCLS Quaranzine will be featured on the library’s website. Submissions must be original art. Use the form below to submit your artwork, but be sure to read through the guidelines first.

John Grasso had three jobs before the effects of Coronavirus were felt in South Jersey. The furloughed "Quiz King" typically hosts game nights at the 45th Street Pub in Pennsauken but has no audience during this era of social distancing. However, dedicated quizzo contestants were pining for more family fun so, he decided to take his game show to the internet. The Merchantville native says he always dreamt of becoming a radio personality, and jokes that someone might "discover" him through his new internet show. On Wednesday and Sunday nights, The Quiz King can be found streaming on his Youtube Channel to a live audience of friends and family who equally miss the live entertainment atmosphere. Each night tackles a theme, such as "Disney Movies" or "Assassinations." To tune in and join the community, visit his Youtube Channel.

On March 9, 2020 Borough Council passed Resolution R20-44 awarding Joseph A. Cuzzupe the contract to complete various renovations and improvements at the Community Center recreation park. Renovations included the installation of a bocce ball court and basketball court. Residents can look forward to using these beautiful new courts with friends and family as soon as social distancing guidelines are loosened to permit the use of recreational equipment and public sports facilities. For now, we will all have to appreciate a job well done and admire them from afar.