Mount Laurel Top Stories
By MAUREEN MCVEIGH-BERZOK
March 16, 2026
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — It has begun- the celebration of St. Patrick's Day. I will prepare a full meal for about 50 people. 10 corned beefs (beeves?) at least, cabbage, potatoes, colcannon, carrots, soda bread, Kosher "new" pickles, rye bread, mustard/horseradish sauce, shepherd's pie, home-made jam ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is highlighting recent investigations and arrests that have taken place in the Township through its community reporting system.The MLPD rolled out a new feature to its website last year in which residents can sign up to receive a weekly ...
MOUNT LAUREL/MEDFORD, NJ — Mount Laurel schools and the Lenape Regional High School District are among the beneficiaries of Governor Mikie Sherrill’s first budget, which totals $60.7 billion, and includes a historic $12.4 billion in K-12 formula aid. The funding results in a six percent increase in ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Hightstown is getting ready to roll out the red carpet for film and television productions now that they have been deemed “Film Ready” by the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVIC) within the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.As previously reported ...
NEW JERSEY – Tax season can be stressful for the millions of Americans who owe money to Uncle Sam, and if you live in a high-tax state, April 15 can be particularly costly. Every year, the average U.S. household pays nearly $14,000 in federal income taxes. However, depending upon the state where ...
NEW JERSEY — The cost of long-term care services in the Garden State outpaces the national average and increased year over year, according to CareScout's Cost of Care Survey, which tracks long-term care costs and highlights the financial impact of aging on families.The 2025 survey found that ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ —The Lenape Regional High School Girls Basketball traveled to the hardwood at Rutgers University to secure their title as State Champions! Junior guard El-Anita Joe-Samuel scored a game-high 25 points with 12 rebounds and senior guard Olivia Watkins added 12 points with two ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Children and Families issued a reminder to families about a safety recall of the HALO Dream Magic Sleepsuits. The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission says that the “zipper head” can detach from the sleepsuit, which can create a choking hazard for ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — End your weekend by enjoying a foreign film matinée at the Mount Laurel Library. The Library will be hosting a screening of the Australian film “Strictly Ballroom” on Sunday, March 15 at 1PM as part of its Foreign Films series. The 1992 attention-getting debut from director Baz ...
MOORESTOWN, NJ – One of the nation’s favorite farmers markets is giving patrons a taste of spring this weekend. The Burlington County Farmers Market returns from its winter hiatus this Saturday, March 14, for the first of four preseason market days in March and April.From 10 AM to 1 PM, residents ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department has released a statement to assure residents that it is “committed to their safety” in light of the attack that occurred at a Michigan Synagogue on Thursday. “The Mount Laurel Police Department stands in support of our local Jewish community and ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Senior residents of Mount Laurel are invited to celebrate one of the season's most festive holidays at a free community event taking place next week. The Senior Soiree for Saint Patrick's Day is taking place on Tuesday, March 17 from 2PM to 4PM at the Mount Laurel Community ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Calling all local musicians and Bordentown City residents!Performers and hosts are currently being sought to participate in the 5th annual Bordentown PorchFest, set to take place throughout Bordentown City on Saturday, May 2 from 12PM to 5PM. The event is rain or shine. The ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — If you are looking for a new job and love to be outdoors, the Burlington County Parks System may have the perfect role for you.The Parks System is currently hiring for the position of Gardener, it announced this week.This position is responsible for basic park horticulture ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel officials and first responders helped promote a love of books to the Township's young residents last week through their participation in the annual Read Across America Week.Read Across America Week is celebrated throughout the United States from March 2 to March 6, ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel Township will be hosting a free rabies vaccine clinic for residents' pets this monthThe clinic will be taking place on Tuesday, March 24 from 3PM to 6PM at the Public Works Garage, located at 100 Mount Laurel Road. In addition to obtaining rabies vaccines for their ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel officials kicked off March — Women’s History Month — with a visit by a national organization aimed at bringing awareness to the Equal Rights Amendment. Mayor Stephen Steglik and Councilwoman Fozia Janjua welcomed representatives from Sign4Era to Paulsdale, the ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Do you know an outstanding female graduating senior from Mount Laurel who deserves a scholarship to continue her education?Applications are now open for the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council scholarships for 2026. Five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each will be ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Save the date for “egg-citing” fun at an annual Burlington County event taking place later this month. The 2026 Resource Fair and Sensory-Friendly Egg Hunt will be happening on Saturday, March 28 from 10AM to 1PM at the Burlington County Special Services School District (BCSSSD), ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Spend an afternoon at the Mount Laurel Library this week enjoying a classic musical.The Library will be showing the 1943 musical Stormy Weather on Thursday, March 12 from 1PM to 4PM.Released the same year as its MGM all-Black musical counterpart, “Cabin in the Sky,” this 20th ...
MEDFORD, NJ — Enjoy an afternoon or night at the theater without going into the City!Lenape High School students will be presenting The Addams Family Musical for three more performances this weekend. The students starred in the show on March 6 and March 7 as well.Showtimes are:Friday, March 13 at ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Are you a new driver, or maybe have a teenager who just received their license? Are you interested in an auto insurance rate discount or maybe a point reduction on your driving record? The Burlington County Sheriff's Department has the program for you!The Sheriff's Department will ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is asking for the public's help with identifying two individuals recently seen in video surveillance footage. The MLPD posted a video on its Facebook page on Monday that appears to be from a home surveillance camera and depicts two ...
MOUNT HOLLY – Burlington County is close to adding another significant property in Springfield to its inventory of preserved farmland and open space.The Burlington County Commissioners voted in February to authorize the Department of Resource Conservation to enter into a final contract agreement to ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is highlighting recent investigations and arrests that have taken place in the Township through its community reporting system.The MLPD rolled out a new feature to its website last year in which residents can sign up to receive a weekly ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Boost the beauty and pollinator appeal of your gardens and containers with flowering bulbs. A combination of spring- and fall-planted bulbs can provide season-long color and nectar for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators.Include a few dahlias known for their ...
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General (AG) Jennifer Davenport announced on Tuesday that 15 alleged members of a violent street gang based in Trenton, Mercer County have been indicted. The AG said that the alleged gang, which was led by Justice Chambers, 25, of Trenton, is responsible for ...
TRENTON, NJ – Support from within the ranks of the New Jersey State Police came swiftly after Governor Mikie Sherrill announced Jeanne Hengemuhle as her pick to serve as Acting Superintendent.Wayne Blanchard, President of the State Troopers Fraternal Association, led the chorus of union backing, ...
NEW JERSEY — Drivers across New Jersey and the Northeast are seeing a quick run-up at the pump as crude oil prices surge and global supply concerns intensify amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to an update released by AAA Northeast.AAA Northeast reported that as of March 4, ...