The Camden County Police Department, which for two years has patrolled only the city of Camden, hopes to begin justifying its broader ambition by wooing a second town into its fold - Pennsauken Township. County officials are expected to submit a detailed proposal this month to Pennsauken that would spell out how a county-run department would function in place of the township's current force. http://bit.ly/1HpyFPK
Hot Chefs Keeping it LOCAL
Our next Restaurant Week is right around the corner... March 15th to the 20th! For thousands of years food has been at the forefront of our relationships. We spend our birthdays, holidays and work lunches dining over food and good conversation.
Grant will study extension of rail trail
Pennsauken Township has been awarded a $10,000 Sustainable Jersey Small Grant funded by the New Jersey Department of Health to conduct a feasibility study for the extension of the existing Merchantville rail trail east from Cove Road to Haddonfield Road. The project will promote health and wellness for residents of Merchantville, Pennsauken and surrounding communities by connecting the trail for walkers and bicyclists.
Children's Garden awards honorees
The 2014 Champions of Children Awards honored notable individuals, organizations, and corporations who work tirelessly on behalf of the children and residents of Camden, NJ. Mrs. Dorrance Hamilton was presented with Lifetime Champion of Children Award. Other Champion of Children Award Honorees included: Former Mayor Patrick Brennan of Brennan Abstract Title, LLC, Ben Griffith of South Jersey Credit Union, Morris Smith Esq., Parada San Juan Bautista and the Camden District Council Collaborative Board.
McFarlan's to open 2nd shop
A second McFarlan's Market, originally located in Merchantville, is coming to Collingswood on Haddon Avenue in the shuttered National Market building. "We're excited to take the next step in Collingswood," said Janet Stevens, owner of the McFarlan's Market in Merchantville in a press release. "The support for this project has been nothing less than overwhelming. We've finally buttoned up the financing and we can start moving things along." http://bit.ly/1pAqe8M
2014 July 4th events
CAMDEN — Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival, with live music, military vehicles, armed forces displays and other attractions 11 a.m-6 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday, concluding with fireworks.Camden Waterfront, Riverside Drive. camdencounty.com or (856) 757-9400.
Submit your pet photos
Submit your furry friend to be included in our Top Pet issue! We're looking for your funniest high resolution pet photos to feature in South Jersey Magazine, from your pet's silliest costume or favorite football jersey to a photo that really shows off their lovable, quirky personality. To submit, e-mail photos to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..