Mount Laurel Top Stories
By KRISTIN ANTONELLO
December 17, 2025
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Show off your creativity and holiday decorating skills in Mount Laurel's Fourth Annual "Deck the House" Holiday Decorating Challenge! Sponsored by Mount Laurel Township, Mayor Nick Moustakas and the Township Council, the Deck the House contest will promote the decorated homes on ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — As of 1:15PM, the Mount Laurel Police Department says that law enforcement has cleared the Red Roof Inn with no additional arrests at this time, and that the “isolated incident” remains under investigation. A man is barricaded in a Mount Laurel motel room and another has been ...
TRENTON, NJ – Proposals in both houses of the State Legislature could make New Jersey a nationwide leader when it comes to menopause-related health care, according to lawmakers who called menopause and perimenopause “a long-neglected healthcare” facing women.“Too many aspects of women’s healthcare ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel's elected officials and Township Administration are reacting to the “tragic acts of senseless violence” that took place in the United States and abroad this past weekend.Additionally, officials say that the Mount Laurel Police Department will be increasing security ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) will be hosting one of its largest outreach events of the year this week focused on supporting individuals and families in the community who are facing significant challenges. The event will be taking place on Thursday, December 18 from ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Area military families can enjoy a fun winter evening at an annual event hosted by the New Jersey National Guard Family Programs.Winter Wonderland will be taking place on Friday, December 19 from 6PM to 8PM at the Bordentown Armory, located at 1048 Route 206 in Bordentown ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Join the Mount Laurel community in celebrating Hanukkah with a Menorah lighting. Mount Laurel Township's 4th annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 20 at 5:30PM. The ceremony is being held in the Rancocas Woods area of the Township, located at 118 ...
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 ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey workers and drivers will see a series of cost changes beginning January 1, 2026, as both minimum wage rates and tolls rise across the state. Minimum Wage Increases for 2026The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has finalized the next step in the state’s ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – The Burlington County Health Department has a limited number of free COVID/Flu test kits to distribute to county residents to help protect them and the people around them during the holidays and beyond.The test kits are available for pickup at the Burlington County Health ...
MOUNT LAUREL & MARLTON, NJ — Two lucky people have a little extra green in their pockets this holiday season after both hitting the Powerball lottery! A lucky person picked up more than just a snack when they stopped at an area convenience store recently.The first $50,000 winner purchased their ...
MEDFORD, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) community came together one again for a yearly donation drive that benefits area residents with disabilities. The LRHSD recently wrapped up its annual “Give to Goodwill” drive, which kicked off in early October with a ceremony at Lenape ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Don’t believe online chatter that claims East Jersey State Prison – on the Avenel-Rahway border – is closing. It’s not true, according to people who actually know.Besides a recent social media uptick about East Jersey State Prison closing, TAPinto Woodbridge-Carteret got a ...
BLOOMSBURY, NJ - A Hunterdon County couple has been charged with making false reports after authorities say they fabricated allegations that New Jersey State Police troopers sexually assaulted one of them during a domestic disturbance response last fall.Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Yuwei Gu was hiking through Bear Mountain State Park in New York when inspiration struck after he saw plastic bottles littering the trail and more floating on a nearby lake. The jarring sight in such a pristine environment made the Rutgers chemist stop in his tracks. Nature ...
The people have spoken, and the next governor of the state of New Jersey is Rebecca Michelle “Mikie” Sherrill. The 53-year-old has prevailed over the Republican candidate and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, in a hotly contested race that included a fair share of mud-slinging on both ...
TRENTON, NJ — Restaurants and other places that serve food in New Jersey would be banned from providing single-use utensils and condiments to customers, except upon request, under legislation sponsored by Sen. Bob Smith (D - District 17) and Raj Mukherji (D - District 32).The bill, S3195, would ...
TITUSVILLE, NJ – Learn more about the days and actions that led up to George Washington and his troops crossing the Delaware River, which became a pivotal point in the American Revolution at the re-creation of events on Sunday, December 14. The New Jersey State Parks, Forests, and Historic Sites ...
MEDFORD, NJ — Ring in the holidays with two holiday concerts performed by the students of Lenape High School this week.Lenape High School (LHS) will be hosting its Winter Choral Concert on Tuesday, December 16 at 7PM and its Winter Instrumental Concert on Thursday, December 18 at 7PM. Join the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Wondering what's happening in and around Mount Laurel this weekend? TAPinto Mount Laurel has you covered! Santa Claus Comes to Town This Week With Help from the Mt. Laurel Fire Department: Santa Claus is coming to town this week with help from his friends from the Mount Laurel ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey highway drivers would be required to change lanes or slow down when approaching any stationary vehicle under a bill sponsored by Democratic Senators Paul Moriarty of Washington Township in Gloucester County and Raj Mukherji of Jersey City.Anyone found violating the law ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Give the gift of reading this holiday season!The Mount Laurel Library's 2025 Books for Kids Donation Drive is currently ongoing and will run until Monday, December 15. The Library is collecting new, unwrapped books for children ages newborn through 17 years old, which will be ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Burlington County residents don’t need to travel far to enjoy some festive entertainment this holiday season. The Burlington County Library System is inviting residents to enjoy free holiday shows this weekend at the Burlington County Library's Main Branch in Westampton.“The ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to snow in the forecast. “After much consideration we are canceling this event," organizers said on Facebook. “The weather is not looking good and many vendors have already canceled. Thank you for your understanding. See you next ...
TRENTON, NJ – Pending legislation would give educational support professionals the ability to use some of their service time in the United States Armed Forces to count toward seniority credit in school districts. The measure would allow these employees to utilize up to four years of seniority ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The NJSIAA made a major change this year to high school bowling, impacting both the regular season and playoffs. Unfortunately, as it often seems with these types of changes made by the state, it creates more problems than it solves. WHAT THEY DID: They mandated that for ...
EASTAMPTON, NJ — Historic Smithville Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland of fun and holiday magic during the upcoming Winter Fest celebration taking place this weekend.The annual festival celebrating all things winter will be held on Saturday, December 13, from noon to 5 PM, on the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — UPDATE: The Menorah lighting scheduled for Sunday night has been canceled due to the snow, according to Mount Laurel Township officials, who say the Township is working on a new date for the event.Join the Mount Laurel community in ushering in Hanukkah with a Menorah ...
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 — The Burlington County Sheriff's Office is once again collecting toys for children in need this holiday season. The Sheriff’s 30th Annual Holiday Toy Drive is currently taking place now through December 15, with donation bins placed in over 50 locations in Burlington County, ...