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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.
Who will your neighbors vote for when they head to the polls for New Jersey’s upcoming primary election? While campaign signs might give you a good idea before Tuesday’s primary, newly published town-by-town voter registration data offers an even better insight into how your town leans politically. Between 2011 and 2026 Democratic party registration has grown from 37.9% to 50.95%, Republican registration has fallen from 18.7% to 15.59% and, Unaffiliated numbers has dropped
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
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
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.
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
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.