Ray Woods has announced his candidacy for Mayor of Merchantville, launching a campaign focused on affordability, community safety, and ushering in a new generation of leadership in borough government. Woods, a current Borough Council member, is running alongside Councilman Sean Fitzgerald and community leader Ruby Delarosa as a unified slate for Borough Council. The team has received the endorsement of

The Borough of Merchantville is seeking to hire a part-time individual to assist with operations at the Merchantville Community Center as well as at the municipal building. This position requires a flexible and varying schedule that is primarily based around events. Candidates must be available to work evenings and weekends as well as one to two days during the week. Merchantville is an equal opportunity employer. Please submit your application form to Denise Brouse at

The Borough of Merchantville wants you to know there's S'more to LOVE here! On Friday, February 6th, grab your kids, family and friends to join us in the heart of downtown Merchantville to enjoy a toasty evening complete with tasty treats, live music, and fun from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Melt a FREE S’more by the fire and jam to live music by Lackadaisical Lemon. Kids can get creative with a Valentine's Day craft and enjoy a magical night

In the days leading up to the most recent winter storm I was able to do many of the things that I enjoy most as Mayor; set goals, encourage and support staff to rise to a challenge, work with my colleagues at all levels of government, and co- ordinate with my team to execute on our plan to effectively respond to the storm. Working as a team and responding to the needs of our community has always been the most difficult and rewarding part of being Mayor. And serving as the Mayor of the Borough of Merchantville has been at times both a very humbling experience

The Monday, February 23rd the monthly Borough Council caucus meeting is cancelled due to the storm. Please be patient as our Department of Public Works continues to plow and clear the roads. A few reminders and tips as you dig out from the storm. Reminder that trash will be pushed back a day due to snow. Please Do Not shovel the snow into the street. Please remember Safety First. This snow is heavy, take many breaks. Those with medical conditions such as heart disease,

The Merchantville Police Department is accepting resumes and applications for the position of Full Time Police Officer. Starting salary 2026, $58,125. Employment includes NJPFRS pension, medical, dental and vision insurance. Applications can be picked up in person at Merchantville Borough Hall, 1 West Maple Avenue, or at our website, www.merchantvillenj.gov. Please share with your family and friends. Application deadline is January 31st 2026.