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May 5, 2025

MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is providing a delicious incentive for the Township’s kids to be safe on the roads this Spring and Summer.For the 7th year in a row, the MLPD is holding the “Slices 4 Safety” program, which began on April 26.“Slices 4 Safety” is an ...

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NATIONWIDE – The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning and recall for the SharkNinja pressure cooker out of concern over possible burns or other injuries.According to the CPSC, the lid to the pressure cooker can be opened while it is in use, which can cause the hot contents ...

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BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Senior residents can learn about numerous services and resources offered by Burlington County and other government agencies, obtain free medical screenings and enjoy a free lunch during the upcoming Burlington County Senior Expo.The annual expo is returning for its ...

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BELMAR, NJ — Get ready to swap your yoga mat for a patch of soft sand this summer as the Borough of Belmar moves forward with plans to offer yoga classes on the beach.At its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, April 29, the Borough Council considered a resolution authorizing the advertisement for bids to ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Westfield teen Sophia Gandhi, the leader of the New Jersey GSA Coalition, has announced the upcoming LGBTQ Prom, to be held in Bridgewater.The New Jersey GSA Coalition is a network of high school Gender and Sexuality Alliances across the state that work to build community for ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Stone Pony Summer Stage is turning up the volume for summer 2025 with a jam-packed season of live music that spans generations, genres, and vibes. Starting in May, the legendary Asbury Park venue will welcome a powerhouse lineup that includes everything from gritty punk and ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ  - Rutgers has launched its search to replace athletics director Pat Hobbs, who resigned abruptly in August 2024, citing health issues.The results of a subsequent university investigation released earlier this year revealed Hobbs was in a relationship with women’s gymnastics coach ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — If you live in Burlington County, you may be used to noise coming from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).JBMDL has released its monthly "Noise Level Calendar" for May 2025 so that its neighbors know what to expect when it comes to sounds coming from the Base. The calendar ...

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WESTAMPTON — May 2, 2025 — Yesterday, the Burlington County Institute of Technology (BCIT) proudly celebrated its inaugural Decision Day at both its Medford and Westampton campuses—an inspiring event honoring the post-graduation plans of the Class of 2025, including those pursuing college, careers, ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Motorists on I-295 on Friday morning experienced significant delays as a result of a tractor-trailer on fire in the southbound lane just north of Exit 36 for Route 73 in Mount Laurel Township. While the fire burned and the response to it was underway, two of the three lanes of ...

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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 free lunch, which is hosted by the Township of Mount Laurel as well as the Township Council, is being held on Thursday, May 15 from ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Wondering what's happening in and around Mount Laurel this weekend? TAPinto Mount Laurel has you covered! Connect With Your Neighbors at Mt. Laurel Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Board's "Walk & Talk": Join the Mount Laurel Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Board ...

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MOUNT HOLLY, 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 to arrive in the mail soon.More than 40,000 vote-by-mail ballots were sent to ...

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SHAMONG, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) Board of Education on Wednesday adopted a $178.3 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year amid what officials say are ongoing declines in state funding, rising energy costs and increasing health insurance expenses. The budget passed ...

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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 2025! Mount Laurel Firefighter Honored by American Lung Assoc. for Fundraising Efforts: A Mount Laurel firefighter was recently honored by the ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – CHOP (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia) and Bancroft are partnering with the Mount Laurel Police Department and the Camden County Partnership for Children to hold a special Autism Town Hall and Resource Fair on Saturday to empower families and first responders. New Jersey ...

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were in Mercer County on Tuesday conducting a targeted activity that resulted in the detainment of two individuals. According to a statement by the Hopewell Township Police Department (HTPD), around 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Join the Mount Laurel Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Board this weekend for its first "Walk & Talk" event of the Spring.This event takes place on Saturday, May 3 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at Laurel Acres Park, located at 1045 S. Church Street.Enjoy the beautiful weather while ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The annual Friends of the Mount Laurel Library's Used Book and Media Sale is taking place this week, with lots of great items for adults and kids alike.The Sale is open to the public — not just to Mount Laurel residents — and is being held on the following dates at the Library, ...

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MEDFORD, NJ — Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and police officials from multiple jurisdictions unveiled a countywide program on Tuesday designed to create a less stressful atmosphere for special-needs motorists by improving communication between patrol officers and individuals with ...

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WESTAMPTON, NJ – There’s a new location for Burlington County residents to safely dispose of confidential documents and special plastic this year.The Burlington County Institute of Technology’s Westampton Campus, located at 695 Woodlane Road, will host the County’s next Paper Shredding and Plastics ...

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BELMAR, NJ - Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-30) has sent a strongly worded letter to Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway and the Board of Governors, expressing deep concern over the selection of comedian Ramy Youssef as the commencement speaker for Rutgers-Newark’s 2025 graduation ...

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MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – Spring prom season is here and the Burlington County Commissioners want to help keep it safe for all participating teens.To help encourage prom goers to have a safe, substance-free prom, the Commissioners are once again partnering with the Burlington County Sheriff’s Office, ...

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JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST — Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) will be holding its Annual Retiree Appreciation Day event this weekend. The event will take place on Saturday, May 3 from 8:30AM to 1PM at the Timmerman Center, located at 5441 8th Street, Joint Base ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is advising motorists to avoid a portion of Saxony Drive on Tuesday morning after a trash truck caught fire.According to a Nixle alert sent out by the MLPD at 9:15AM on Tuesday, a trash truck fire that took place in the area of the 3900 ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. – To give sports gear another turn at bat and to save families money, Play It Again Sports is opening its doors in Mount Laurel Township soon. Play It Again Sports® considers themselves the leading family sporting goods resale concept that buys, sells and trades quality used ...

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MOUNT HOLLY, NJ — The Burlington County Commissioners adopted last week a 2025 County Budget that “reflects the board’s commitment to affordability and delivering essential services amidst the current climate of economic upheaval and uncertainty,” according to officials. The $271 million spending ...

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WESTAMPTON, NJ – If you have a pet that is in need of a rabbies vaccination, you are in luck.The Burlington County Animal Shelter is offering a free rabies vaccine clinic this week to protect the county's four-legged friends. The Shelter's April vaccine clinic will be held between 3:00 p.m. and ...

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MEDFORD, NJ — Enjoy a night of music by the talented students of the Lenape Regional High School District this week.The Lenape Regional High School District will be hosting its District Choir Concert on Tuesday, April 29 at 7PM at Lenape High School's Auditorium.The event promises an evening of ...

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HAMILTON, NJ — A Lenape High School student's artwork will be on display in the nation's capital after being declared the winner of the annual Congressional Art Competition for the Third District.Gwendolyn Teske was chosen as the winner of the 2025 competition sponsored by Congressman Herb Conaway ...

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