Mount Laurel Top Stories
By BRINDA PATEL - NJ STATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE
May 7, 2026
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
MOORESTOWN, NJ – One of America’s favorite farmers markets is celebrating the start of its 20th season this weekend.The Burlington County Farmers Market will commemorate the milestone this Saturday, May 9, during its traditional Opening Day and Spring Garden Market.Traditionally one of the biggest ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — An online fundraiser has been created to support the family of a 15-year-old Mount Laurel teen who died after being hit by a car this weekend.Jude Gill was struck at about 8:30PM on the 1400 block of Church Street on Sunday, May 3 and was transported to Cooper Hospital for ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — A free event taking place in Mount Laurel this month will focus on support, connection and community. A Mental Health Awareness Fair will be taking place on Sunday, May 17 from 11AM to 1PM at the Mount Laurel Community Center, located at 100 Mount Laurel Road. Hosted by Mount ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Treasure hunters should head to Mount Laurel this weekend for a monthly event that is sure to excite them. The monthly Antiques in the Woods shows return to Rancocas Woods on certain Sundays, including this weekend. After celebrating the start of the 2026 season on April 12, this ...
TRENTON, NJ – State Senator Troy Singleton has reintroduced legislation that would provide tax credits to businesses that employ workers under 18, which he says will expand job opportunities for young people in New Jersey by helping to offset the cost of minimum wage increases. Singleton's bill ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel Police Chief Timothy Hudnall was honored for his work with the special needs community at a celebration event held this weekend. Chief Hudnall was recognized as “First Responder of the Year” by the Durand Foundation at the organization's Night of Stars Heroes Gala, ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Mount Laurel Township has obtained a significant grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to support local litter removal programs. According to an announcement by NJDEP, Mount Laurel has received a grant worth $107,693 from the annual Clean ...
TABERNACLE, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) will be honoring students who will be entering into the military, as well as alumni veterans, during an event this week. The 14th Annual Armed Services Ceremony will be taking place on Thursday, May 7 at 7PM at the Seneca High School ...
MOORESTOWN, NJ — Burlington County officials came together this weekend in Moorestown to honor a remarkable milestone for one of New Jersey’s longest-living veterans.May Brill, the oldest living female veteran in New Jersey, celebrated her 102nd birthday with a special brunch at the Burlington ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Burlington County Elections officials are advising registered voters who requested a vote-by-mail (VBM) ballot for the upcoming New Jersey Primary Election to be on the lookout for their ballot.More than 40,000 vote-by-mail ballots were sent to Burlington County voters registered ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel community is invited to celebrate their own heritages, as well as their fellow residents', at an annual event being held next week.Culture Fest, hosted by Mount Laurel Township and the Mount Laurel Education Association, will be happening on Friday, May 15 from ...
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 Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is investigating a pedestrian-involved motor vehicle accident that occurred Sunday night on Church Street.According to a statement released by the MLPD on Monday, officers responded to the 1400 block of Church Street at approximately ...
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP – The Burlington County Senior Expo is returning this week for its 24th year with exhibitors, information tables, community services, free health screenings, confidential document shredding and more.This year’s free expo is taking place on Wednesday, May 6, from 10 AM to 2 PM, ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel's young residents can learn lifesaving skills at a free program being offered by Mount Laurel Emergency Medical Services (MLEMS) this summer. MLEMS is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Junior EMT Academy for kids ages 12 to 15. The Academy is taking place ...
NATIONWIDE - Thermos has recalled approximately 8.2 million Stainless King food jars and Sportsman food and beverage bottles due to serious impact and laceration hazards, announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.The recall includes Thermos Stainless King Food Jars with model ...
BROOKLYN, NY – A father-daughter duo from Mercer County have pleaded guilty to federal charges of selling counterfeit art pieces by Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Banksy, Fritz Scholder, and others to defraud buyers of almost $2 million. According to the U.S. Department of Interior, Erwin Bankowski, ...
TRENTON, NJ —Gov. Mikie Sherrill has signed an executive order to address New Jersey’s housing crisis, and her effort got support from ‘Jeopardy!’ champ Jamie Ding, who appeared with the governor and notable lawmakers on Monday.Sherrill’s executive order – her 17th since she took office on Jan.
NEW JERSEY – The State of New Jersey ranks 8th overall in the nation for gambling addiction, according to a new 2026 report from personal finance website WalletHub, placing it among the top 10 states where gambling-related issues are most prevalent.The study comes as the U.S. gambling industry ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — If you live in Burlington County, you may be used to noise coming from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).JBMDL released its monthly “Noise Calendar” for May 2026 so that its neighbors know what to expect when it comes to sounds coming from the Base. The calendar is ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel will be holding an upcoming Veterans Luncheon in honor of the men and women of the Township who have bravely served our country.The lunch, which is hosted by the Township of Mount Laurel as well as the Township Council, is being held on Thursday, May 14 from 11:30AM ...
MOUNT LAUREL – The seven members of the Mount Laurel School Board who were at Tuesday’s meeting voted to adopt the district’s 2026-27 budget, Superintendent George Rafferty told TAPinto Mount Laurel. The spending plan totals $109.7 million, up from $107.8 million last year, and raises the property ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — While a new month is now ahead of us, let's look back at some of the top "feel good" stories to come out of Mount Laurel in April 2026! Championship Lenape H.S. Girls Basketball Team Honored by Mt. Laurel Council: The Mount Laurel Township Council honored a special group of ...
CLARKSBORO, NJ — The FBI Philadelphia Field Office is now accepting applications for its Teen Academies for summer 2026, which give high school students an opportunity to get a look into today’s FBI.Open to rising 9th through 12th grade high school students, the program gives an inside look at some ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Military Affairs will host an event in Burlington County this weekend that will offer resources, information and more to military service members and their families.Military & Veteran Appreciation Day will be taking place on Saturday, May 2 from ...
SHAMONG, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) Board of Education adopted on Wednesday a $185.7 million General Fund budget for the 2026–2027 school year, reflecting a 4.11% increase over the previous year.The budget includes a $1.1 million increase in state aid — a 6% boost — ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The weather is getting warmer, and there is plenty to look forward to if you are a Mount Laurel resident. Mount Laurel Township has released an updated 2026 Calendar of Events for the Township.Among the highlights are:Memorial Day Tribute — Wednesday, May 20First Responders Night ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – Burlington County has a library improvement project in the works that will be aided by $850,000 in federal funding secured by Congressman Herb Conaway.Rep. Conaway visited the Burlington County Library System’s Main Branch Library in Westampton on April 24 to present a ceremonial ...
MEDFORD, NJ — A Lenape High School junior has been accepted into a highly-competitive and prestigious summer program. Zachary Caldera has been accepted to the 2026 Governor's School of New Jersey program, a tuition-free, summer, residential program for high-achieving high school juniors who have an ...