Road Improvements Scheduled to Begin Today

Road improvements at the intersection of Haddon Avenue and Cuthbert Bouleveard in Collingswood and Haddon Township are scheduled to begin today, September 21. This work is the initial phase of Camden County’s $3.5 million Haddon Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project which includes traffic signal improvements along Haddon Avenue at its intersections with Collings Avenue, Cuthbert Boulevard, Crystal Lake Avenue and Maple Avenue as well as improvements to various pedestrian facilities.

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Camden County Roadwork Projects

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of September 21 to September 25.

“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.”

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Route 70 Closure Scheduled For Saturday

Route 70 westbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured tomorrow night at Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 in Cherry Hill, Camden County. In addition, the right lane on Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 northbound will be closed just past Route 70.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, September 19 until 9 a.m. Sunday, September 20, Route 70 westbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured between the ramps to and from Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 northbound, which will remain open. The closure is necessary for the demolition of a culvert located underneath the center lane. The following detour will be in place:

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Mosquito Spraying Throughout Camden County

Early Thursday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County.

“It’s important for residents to be cognizant of any standing water on their property,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission. “Mosquitos need standing water to breed, so you can help keep them off your property by removing water from places like flowerpots and containers. Being proactive has a major impact on the mosquito population and helps the hardworking people at the Camden County Mosquito Control Commission in their efforts.”

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Delaware Confirms 3rd Case of Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer

DNREC Community Meeting Wednesday, Sept. 16 to Provide Update on State’s
CWD Response and Explain Temporary Emergency Deer Hunting Regulations

Delaware has confirmed a third case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer in central Sussex County. The new detection expands the state’s Chronic Wasting Disease Management Zone (CMZ) to include Wildlife Management Zone 11, along with zones 14 and 16. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is applying temporary regulations in the additional affected area to help limit the spread of the disease.

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Safety Warnings & Recalls

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.

Ricky Joy Recalls More Than 2.3 Million Sour Crush Candy Bottles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard

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NJDOT Traffic Advisory

Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound are scheduled to have overnight lane and ramp closures this week as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays when traveling through the work zones.

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Virtual Hiring Event

The free event is open to veterans, servicemembers and military spouses.

MilitaryHire and the Department of Labor will present a virtual hiring event for veterans, servicemembers and military spouses on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

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DNREC to Hold Meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease Affecting Deer

Virtual Attendance Option Made Available for CWD Update; Public Comments Can be Made in Person or Virtually

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold a community meeting regarding Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the auditorium at Delaware Technical Community College Owens Campus in Georgetown on Wednesday, Sept.16 at 6:30 p.m. For anyone unable to attend the in-person meeting, DNREC has made participation by a virtual option available via Microsoft Teams – with more information and registration found on the DNREC events calendar.