On May 13th, Thomas A. Holland, of Merchantville, was appointed by the Senate president to the New Jersey Military Skills Council. The Council is responsible to assess the condition of military skills and training in the State and to advise the Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Department of Education on expenditures from the Workforce Development Partnership Fund and other State funds for the training and education of workers in preparation for jobs with the military and supporting industries. The five military installations in NJ are: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst; Picatinny Arsenal; United States Naval Weapons Station Earle; Air National Guard 177th Fighter Wing; and United States Coast Guard Training Center Cape May. 

After two years of restructuring and redesigning Merchantville Online we're back! Over the next few weeks we'll be adding archived articles and tweaking a few things - like the event category - but up and running after a lengthy hiatus.

We are excited to announce Art Walk 2026 hosted by Eilandarts Center and Merchantville ART WALK! On Friday, May 8th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., businesses throughout Merchantville will open their doors to showcase incredible local artists and their work. Join us for an evening of creativity, community, and inspiration as you explore unique art displays in vibrant spaces around town. It’s a wonderful opportunity

Open house this Sunday from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at this absolutely charming and elegant three bedroom two and a half bath center hall colonial in Merchantville. Located on beautiful Saint James Avenue, it features a spacious formal living room with gas fireplace with beautiful mantel, hardwood floors, and french doors leading out to the 20' x 8' side porch. There is also a formal dining room with crown molding, hardwood floors and built in corner curio. Also featuring a very attractive foyer with a beautiful staircase leading up to the second floor. Next there is the huge modern kitchen with breakfast area and butler's pantry. Great for entertaining! A great education is available at Merchantville Elementary or St. Peter School K-8 and Haddon Heights High School and lots of shops and restaurants in the historic downtown. Presented by Tony Knox.

Celebrate Arbor Day in Merchantville! On Saturday, April 25, join the Merchantville Shade Tree Commission at 10:00 a.m. for their annual Arbor Day Celebration and a tree planting and education session at the Community Center, 212 Somerset Avenue. Learn more about our efforts to enhance our Borough's tree canopy and how you can properly care for your trees. Arbor Day is an internationally celebrated holiday that recognizes