Spring Officially Starts at Rita’s® with Free Italian Ice Giveaway

Spring Officially Starts at Rita’s® with Free Italian Ice Giveaway and New Mystery PEEPS® Flavor

Rita’s Celebrates the First Day of Spring (3/20) with a FREE 6-oz Italian Ice; Fans can test their taste buds with new Mystery PEEPS® Flavor for Free Italian Ice for a Year

NEW JERSEY (March 2, 2026) – For millions of fans, spring doesn’t officially begin until a Rita’s Italian Ice is in hand. This year, as one of the season’s most iconic first signs of spring, the PEEPS® Brand joins the brand synonymous with the First Day of Spring for a FREE Italian Ice giveaway and the debut of the new Mystery PEEPS® Italian Ice Flavor.

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“I Voted” Sticker Contest Announced Ahead of Election Season

This spring, the Camden County Clerk’s Office and the Camden County Board of Elections is inviting students from across the county to showcase their creativity and civic pride through the “I Voted” Sticker Contest, by designing an original sticker that reflects Camden County or New Jersey, promotes nonpartisan civic engagement, and highlights what voting means to them and their community.

“Not only will this contest give Camden County students the chance to see their artwork worn by thousands of Camden County residents, but it is my hope that it will get our young people excited about voting and civic engagement,” said Clerk Pamela Lampitt. “I’m looking forward to seeing the designs that these students come up with, and I encourage all Camden County students to participate.”

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2026 Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund for Graduating Seniors

Once again, we will offer 3 – $2,000 Public Safety Scholarships

One for each field of service – Police, Fire and EMS

The $1,500 Chief Gary Cline Memorial Scholarship

for a student pursuing a career in Law Enforcement

The $1,500 Chief Gene Dannenfelser Memorial Scholarship

for a student pursuing a career in Fire Service

The $1,000 Cpl. Christopher Milito Memorial Scholarship

for a student who has a parent serving in Law Enforcement

Please find a copy of each application attached

Plus, applications are available on our website – www.camdencountyhero.com

Or visit the Guidance Departments of all Camden County High Schools

Van Drew Shares Progress to Fix Garden State Parkway

Congressman Van Drew announced progress toward fixing the long-standing traffic design issue at Exit 20 on the Garden State Parkway.”This has been a priority for me since my time in the State Legislature, and I have been working with the New Jersey Turnpike Authority to finally get this moving,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Right now, Exit 20 is designed so you can only enter the Parkway heading south and only exit when traveling north. That simply does not make sense for the people who live and work here. The Turnpike Authority has now completed the preliminary design for improvements. The next step is for the project to move through the Authority’s budget prioritization process to be considered for funding. I will keep pushing to make sure this project moves forward so this interchange finally works the way it should for South Jersey.”

CCPD Officers Read to Kindergarten Students

Today at 11 a.m. at Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center, Camden, officers from the Camden County Police Department will read to kindergarten students. The visit celebrates another successful year of the Bookmates program in partnership with the Camden City School District and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Southern New Jersey.

“The CCPD has been participating in Bookmates since 2015, and it has become a regular act of mentoring the children and students of our city,” said Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. “Officers who participate in Bookmates are not just helping young students become better readers, they’re helping them build their confidence, and reminding them that police officers are here to help. In the past, the first time a child may have encountered an officer is when something bad happened, now with this program and through our unity policing initiatives, those same children get to see the people behind the badge, and experience positive interactions.”

Commissioner Jennifer Cooley Fleisher, Mayor Victor Carstarphen, State Superintendent Alfonso Llano Jr., and other local leaders will be in attendance as well to talk to students about the importance of reading.

Breakthrough T1D Community Summit Coming to Rowan University

Keynote speaker Ryan Chompre will present “Breakthroughs in Your Backyard,” exploring local T1D clinical trials and the urgent need for participant awareness.

On Sunday, March 22, Breakthrough T1D Greater Delaware Valley Chapter will host its Breakthrough T1D Community Summit featuring leading type 1 diabetes (T1D) experts, health care providers, and vendors.

This year’s event will take place at Rowan University and include keynote speaker Ryan Chompre, a Clinical Trials Education Volunteer with Breakthrough T1D who has lived with type 1 diabetes since age 13.

Breakthrough T1D invites everyone living with or impacted by T1D, including loved ones, caregivers, and community members, to join this engaging, informative, and free event.

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Save Water and Money! Fix a Leak!

New Jersey American Water is joining the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week by sharing simple steps customers can take to find and fix household leaks. These everyday actions help reduce water waste, protect homes and lower monthly bills. This year’s event comes at an especially important time, as New Jersey is still under a drought warning due to ongoing dry conditions across the state.

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First-Time Homebuyer Information Session

The Camden County Improvement Authority (CCIA) and the City of Camden are partnering to host a First-Time Homebuyer Information Session on Saturday, March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, at the Salvation Army Kroc Center (1865 Harrison Ave, Camden, NJ). Designed for Camden City residents interested in purchasing their first home, attendees will learn about the many down payment assistance opportunities available through state and city programs, along with guidance on the homebuying process and how to qualify for available funding.

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Road Closures and Detours This Week

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of March 16 to March 20.

“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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PSE&G will be working on Hopkins Road on Monday, March 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound on Hopkins Road between Cornell Road & Carlisle Road.

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Maryville Integrated Care’s Recovery for Life Gala

Fighting for Those Struggling with Substance Abuse & Mental Health

Please join us for our 13th Annual Recovery for Life Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating recovery and raising critical funds to help individuals and families in our communities who struggle with substance use and/or mental health disorders. Enjoy delicious food, live music, dancing, guest speakers, an honoree presentation, and a silent auction. This special night will be honoring three amazing individuals who support Maryville’s mission and advocate for those affected. Thank you to Louis D. Greenwald, Assembly Majority Leader, 6th Legislative District, for your continued commitment in battling substance use disorder and the associated stigma in our communities. To learn more and register, Click Here.