DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM at Gloucester Township Police Headquarters!

BUT you don’t have to wait until then to drop off your unwanted/ expired prescription drugs from medicine cabinets, kitchen drawers, and nightstands! Stop by ANYTIME to the Gloucester Township Police Project Medicine Drop Box, located at our Watch Desk downstairs utilizing the front doors located at 1261 Chews Landing Road.

Reminder- we DO NOT accept liquids or syringes. Thank you!

The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. Read more here: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

West Milford Nullifies Carry Permit Fees

On March 4th, West Milford, in Passaic County, became the 18th municipality in New Jersey to refund all or substantially all the fees required to obtain a permit to carry. The list now includes towns in eight counties across the Garden State. This joint initiative has been led by NRA, New Jersey Firearm Owners Syndicate, and the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

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Philly AIDS Thrift Turns Donations into New Grants

Philly AIDS Thrift Announces 2026 Grant Awards Supporting HIV/AIDS Services Across Greater Philadelphia

Community donations become direct funding for essential HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support services.

Philadelphia, PA – Philly AIDS Thrift is proud to announce $404,557.00 in community grant funding to 33 nonprofit organizations delivering HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support services across Greater Philadelphia. With this grant cycle, the organization surpasses $5.6 million in total donations since its founding, reflecting its long-term commitment to community-based HIV/AIDS services.

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Detectives Honored by Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund

Camden County, NJ – Detectives from the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Pennsauken Police Department were recently honored by the Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Pennsauken Police Chief Phil Olivo.

On March 6, 2026, Detective Joseph Fogg IV (pictured fifth from right) of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Sergeant Timothy Mireles (pictured fourth from right) of the Pennsauken Police Department received the Merit Award for their work investigating child abuse for the Special Victims Unit.

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Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Schedule of Events for Sunday March 15, 2026

Parade Mass 9:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Church
20th and Locust Streets, Philadelphia
Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Nelson Perez and Chaplain Father Kevin Gallagher. The procession is led by the Philadelphia Emerald Society Pipe Band. Music provided by Bishop Shanahan High School Choir,

The Parade starts at 11:00 AM
at 16th & JFK and ends between 6th & 5th on Market St.

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RSC Members Call for Democrats to End Political Games

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In Case You Missed It: Members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) are calling for Congressional Democrats to end their political games and reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Last week, more than 200 House Democrats voted against DHS funding, leaving the agency hobbled as an alleged ISIS-inspired attack struck New York City this weekend and TSA wait times surged to nearly three hours at major airports.

With national security threats mounting at home, Democrats are choosing partisan politics over the safety of the American people.

RSC Members are demanding answers from Democrats who voted to leave America’s homeland security apparatus dark during a heightened threat environment:

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Women Owned Businesses to Hold Wingwomen Collection Drive

* Drop off essential menstrual and postpatrum donations for Grab-N-Flow through the end of March in this celebrated program that is back for the fifth year in a row *

Philadelphia, PA – In honor of Women’s History Month, twenty-eight female-owned and led businesses in Manayunk have teamed up to help support women in the community. The 5th Annual Manayunk Wingwomen Program invites neighbors, visitors, friends, customers and clients to donate essential items for prenatal and postnatal parents and menstrual health and wellness. Items can be brought to participating business locations on Main Street through March 31, 2026.

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Winter Termination Period Concludes 3/15

Long-standing affordability resources available year-round for customers who need support

As New Jersey’s annual Winter Termination Program concludes on March 15, New Jersey American Water is reminding customers that a variety of long-standing assistance programs remain available year-round to help eligible households manage their water and wastewater bills.

The Winter Termination Program, administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, provides seasonal protections for eligible residential customers between Nov. 15 and March 15. While the program ends each spring, New Jersey American Water’s customer assistance offerings continue throughout the year and are designed to support customers experiencing financial hardship at any time.

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Brandon Lake at Xfinity Mobile Arena

Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 7 p.m.

A Brandon Lake concert is more than just a performance. The superstar’s shows are immersive — some would say transformational — spiritual experiences, rooted in the musician’s inspirational lyrics and grounded faith.

You might start the show sitting, but before you know it, you’re on your feet, singing, dancing and clapping to beloved songs like Gratitude and Graves Into Gardens, and new favorites from his album King of Hearts.

Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, 3601 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA read more

Edmund A. Walens, Jr., 93, of Gloucester City

“Snook” “Snookie”

On March 6, 2026, Ed passed away at home in Gloucester City, at the age of 93. Loving and devoted husband of 61 years to the late Mary A. Walens (Gordon).

Loving father of Cheryl Hill (Ron), Edmund A. Walens III (Kim), Carole Walens (Andy) and Donna Hutchinson (late Mike). Cherished grandfather of Mindy Knight (Ryan), Andrew Myers (Renee), Steven Myers, Andrea McGuigan (Mike), Marci Hutchinson, Megan Freeman (Tim), Tyler Hill (Joy) and Keith Walens. Beloved great grandfather of Elias, Michael, Ryan, Brayden, Adalena, Julian, Juniper and Lily. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and fur babies. In addition to his parents and wife, Ed was predeceased by his 9 brothers and sisters.