As of May 2nd, the CDC's confirmed measles case count is 935, more than triple the amount seen in all of 2024. The three-month outbreak in Texas accounts for the vast majority of cases, with 683 confirmed as of Friday, May 2. The outbreak has also spread to New Mexico, Oklahoma and Kansas. Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that's airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It is preventable through vaccines, and has been considered eliminated from the U.S.

Today, March 8th, is the 50th Anniversary of International Women's Day, and with that comes a chance to celebrate the strength and accomplishments of women around the globe while advocating for their rights.We celebrate the women of Merchantville and this day of protest and remembrance! This year's theme is "accelerate action" for gender equality. The International Women’s Day movement encourages companies to optimize their efforts to recruit, develop, and retain diverse leaders and also provide them with opportunities

Looking for new ways to be involved in the community? Interested in getting a new hobby or joining one of the many clubs in town? Come out for the Merchantville Community Round Up! Merchantville's community groups, volunteer organizations and clubs gather under one roof at the Merchantville Community Center on Wednesday, March 19th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for a casual night to learn more about all there is to get involved with in our wonderful community. Explore different groups at your own pace, ask questions

Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. It complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Father's Day, Siblings Day, and Grandparents Day. The modern holiday

Join us for an exciting Art Walk on Friday, May 9th, from 6 PM to 9 PM! This vibrant event features multiple local businesses hosting talented artists and showcasing their artwork, which will be available for purchase to the public. Some places will host some live music. Stroll through the participating venues, engage with the artists, and discover a diverse range of creative expressions. This is a fantastic opportunity to support local talent, enjoy a lively community atmosphere, and perhaps find a unique piece

As we continue to honor Black History Month, the Merchantville Diversity Committee is seeking volunteers to serve on its committee. Your support and volunteerism makes our community better! If you are a Borough of Merchantville resident and want to get involved in efforts to support, educate, provide agency and advise the Borough government on issues relevant to the diverse people in and outside our community, please contact Mayor Brennan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The committee is proud to highlight