Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of July 13 to July 17.
“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”
Audubon
Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue on Monday, July 13, to Friday, July 17, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a partial eastbound road closure between West Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.
New Jersey American Water today announced the launch of the 2026 Flow Forward Summer Camp Program in Camden, offering high school students from Free All Minds and Women of the Dream a three-day workforce development experience featuring hands-on learning, mentorship, resume and interview preparation, and networking with water industry professionals.
The program will be hosted July 14-16 at American Water’s headquarters on the Camden Waterfront and New Jersey American Water’s Delaware River Regional Water Treatment Plant in Delran.With American Water headquartered in Camden, Flow Forward reflects the company’s continued commitment to investing in local youth, expanding career awareness and strengthening connections with the community it calls home.
Legislation known as the “New Jersey Dialysis Patient Support Person Accommodation Act” passed the General Assembly last week. Sponsored by AssemblywomanHeather Simmons, Bill A3434 would ensure dialysis patients can have a designated support person present during treatment.
July is also National Culinary Arts Month—and the perfect time to celebrate seafood by firing up the grill, trying new recipes, and exploring the delicious variety of seafood available from U.S. harvesters and farmers.
Camden County awarded Audubon Family Park a $25,000 grant for upgrades and maintenance, supporting safer and more accessible recreation for local families.
The Salem County Prosecutor’s Office was notified of the deaths of Rip and Boomer, who died together while on duty on Friday. The dogs were brought to an emergency veterinary hospital in Delaware, where they were pronounced dead, Miller told NJ.com. The circumstances of their deaths were not disclosed.
CHEER-Groundbreaking of the Camden County LINK Trail
Audubon is part of the newly launched 34‑mile LINK Trail, a major regional project that will give residents a safe, scenic route for walking, biking, and running. Construction on the Audubon–Haddon Heights segment began in March and is expected to finish by year’s end.
JEER-Gloucester City’s Public Buildings in Disrepair
We have $50,000 plus to purchase a new truck for the Gloucester City UEZ director. Yet, the Police Administration Building, the Municipal Building, and the Water Department storage tanks are all in need of painting. At the water works, one of the glass windows is broken, plus a broken-down trailer bed has been lying beside the property for a decade or more. The mayor and council are well aware of these maintenance issues.
CHEER-Audubon Civic REACH Community Leadership
The nonprofit umbrella group continues to energize civic life, celebrating the grand opening of the Audubon Historical Society Museum and organizing community events that strengthen local pride. CHEER- So happy that those driving E-bikes and E-scooters will have to be licensed and wear a safety helmet. Plus they need to have insurance.
July is Habitat Month at NOAA Fisheries! All month long, we’ll be sharing how we conserve and restore habitat to sustain our nation’s fisheries and support coastal communities. Check out our splash page for habitat-related feature stories.
The American College of Cardiology has again recognized Cooper University Hospital for its expertise and commitment to treating patients undergoing transcatheter valve repair and replacement procedures. Cooper earned Transcatheter Valve Recertification following an evaluation of its multidisciplinary team structure, formalized training, shared decision-making practices, and registry performance. Cooper has been certified since 2020.