Mount Laurel Top Stories
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
November 11, 2025
NEWARK, NJ – William F. Tate IV’s inauguration ceremony address Friday spanned the lakes of LSU to Cook Campus’ Passion Puddle, by way of the Chicago River. And even if it momentarily meandered like the old Raritan (River), it often circled back to one word: opportunity. So, the Chicago-born, ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department and other area law enforcement agencies are being credited by the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office for their roles in an investigation leading to charges on multiple men for their roles in a high-end automobile theft and home invasion ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel celebrated the community’s veterans with a special event last week.The Township hosted its annual Veterans Day Luncheon on November 6 at the Mount Laurel Community Center to honor all those who have served and to thank veterans for their dedication and service to the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Reports for the State of New Jersey’s Student Safety Data System compiled by the Mount Laurel School District showed that districtwide, there were 171 instances of other incidents leading to student removals of a half day or more during the 2024-25 school year, a 35.7% increase ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Consulate of Mexico in New Brunswick has signed a memorandum of understanding with the state to provide access to information, guidance, training and educational resources designed to promote the labor rights of Mexican workers in New Jersey.The agreement was reached ...
FLORENCE, NJ — Now that Election season is over, are you wondering what to do with your political signs? Because most campaign signs are “waffle board” and made from plastic and wire, the Burlington County Department of Solid Waste Management and Recycling has created a convenient location for ...
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 journey for the newest cannabusiness in Mount Laurel, Milligrams, started by a trio of college friends, has gone through New York to Massachusetts and now to their new home on East Gate Drive. With their friendship at the heart of the newest Mount Laurel-based dispensary, ...
MAHWAH, NJ — This Bergen County town is auctioning 43 glistening one-ounce gold bars online until Nov. 10th, to raise money for municipal programs and services.Bids for Mahwah's gold, conducted by Municibid, begin at $19,000 for each individually-packaged gold bar, according to a prepared statement ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park has unveiled a striking new mural on the northwest corner of City Hall — a vivid public artwork that captures the City’s history, culture, and creative spirit in a single sweeping design.The large-scale mural, painted by artist Danielle Mastrion, wraps ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – When the massive Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Jamaica on October 28, Hightstown resident and restaurant owner, Kenroy Morgan, watched the storm's impact closely. As an immigrant from Jamaica with family still living there, his personal connection has now led him to collecting ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – This year’s Dictionary.com Word of the Year isn’t technically a word at all. “6-7,” a phrase with no formal definition, has become a viral inside joke among teens and tweens, echoing through middle and high school hallways across the country.Kristen Syrett, professor and chair of ...
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – The Van Wagoner Farm in Springfield, one of Burlington County’s most scenic farms that was previously targeted for a large housing development, is getting preserved through the County’s open space and farmland preservation programs.The Burlington County Commissioners announced the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is celebrating the retirement of one of its longtime officers. Deputy Chief Ryan Orange has retired after serving over 20 years with the Department. Deputy Chief Orange, who served in the United States Army for several years before ...
PALMYRA, NJ — An upcoming public meeting with NJ TRANSIT officials will focus on the River LINE’s “service reliability, accountability, communication and safety.”Hosted by State Senator Troy Singleton, the meeting will take place on Thursday, November 13 from 6PM to 8PM at the Palmyra Community ...
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, ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Hundreds of Holiday Village East, Stonegate, Holiday Village and Birchfield development residents spoke out, hissed or snickered during the Mount Laurel Zoning Board's meeting on Wednesday about Mavis Discount Tire’s use variance request to tear down the building at 860 Union ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Whether you're looking for a new job in the utility industry or considering a change in career path, the upcoming Careers in Utilities Job Fair is a great opportunity to consider options. The New Jersey Utilities Association (NJUA) is partnering with Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – Cars, canines and cats will once again come together for a special open house at the Burlington County Animal Shelter this weekend.The second annual Motors for Mutts Open House and Car Show is returning this Saturday, November 8, from noon to 4 PM, at the animal shelter located at ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is celebrating a major achievement of one of its officers, which will help the Department’s ability to serve and protect the community.Detective Kevin Scheuren successfully completed the New Jersey State Police Crime Scene Course. He, along ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — As the federal government shutdown continues, a food donation drive is currently underway in Burlington County to help replenish community food banks, which will be experiencing record demand due to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding freeze, which ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Treasure hunters should head to Mount Laurel this weekend for a monthly event that is sure to excite them.The monthly Antique/Vintage Shows are coming back to Rancocas Woods on certain Sundays, including this weekend.This month's event is taking place on Sunday, November 9 from ...
NEW JERSEY — Democrat Mikie Sherrill was elected governor over Republican Jack Ciattarelli on Tuesday to become the first woman from her party to lead the Garden State. With almost 90% of ballots counted, Sherrill had 56% of the vote to Ciattarelli’s 44%, according to The Associated Press, which ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – It was a clean sweep for Democrats in Burlington County on Tuesday night, as the party’s candidates for County Sheriff, County Commissioner and State Assembly prevailed over their Republican challengers. According to unofficial election results from the Burlington County ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — While there were no seats up for grabs on the Mount Laurel Township Council on the ballot in 2025, voters went to the polls to determine the future of the local open space program. According to unofficial election results from the Burlington County Clerk, the Public Question on ...
NEW JERSEY – With services available through the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) halted as the federal government shutdown continues, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin is warning residents to beware of potential scam artists targeting recipients. The Attorney General's ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is helping members of the community in need by collecting food donations at the Department this month. The MLPD is asking for donations of canned goods, snack bars and microwavable pasta and rice. All donations can be brought to the Mount ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Many students from Mount Laurel are competing with dedication in college athletics this fall season. Let’s take a glance at some of their many achievements. This is the first installation.Keira Quinn and Kaelyn Phillips, both graduates of Lenape High School, are members of the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — A newly-released report by U.S. News and World Report ranks public elementary and middle schools in the United States and New Jersey — including in Mount Laurel.The 2026 Best Elementary and Middle Schools ranking report, released on October 28, is based on publicly available data ...
MEDFORD, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) has kicked off an annual donation drive to benefit local residents with disabilities. The LRHSD's “Give to Goodwill” donation drive runs through Friday, November 21 and kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lenape High School, ...