Legislation to Strengthen Anti-Vaping Education in Schools and Colleges Clears Committee

The Assembly Health Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Assemblywomen Shanique Speight and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson that would require the Department of Health, in consultation with the Department of Education and the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, to develop and distribute comprehensive guidelines to help schools and colleges implement on-campus anti-vaping awareness campaigns.

Under bill A2195, the Department of Health would create and update guidance that equips school districts and institutions of higher education with research-backed strategies to combat the rising use of e-cigarettes among adolescents and young adults. The guidelines would be publicly available on each department’s website.

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Marcus Mast Victorious at PBR Reading

No. 1 Macaulie Leather Maintains the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour Standings Lead by 29.5 Points Ahead of Trace Redd

Marcus Mast prevailed at PBR Reading to hold the event buckle up high Saturday night, covering two of his three bulls in Santander Arena after driving through the night to make it to Reading following travel issues.

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GTPD to Promote Sergeant and Swear In Two New Officers

On Monday, March 9, at 7:00 p.m., Chief Anthony Minosse will present members of the Gloucester Township Police Department to Mayor David Mayer and Township Council during a ceremonial promotion and swearing-in ceremony. The ceremony will include the promotion of one officer to the rank of sergeant and the swearing-in of two new Gloucester Township police officers.

Ceremonially Promoted to the Rank of Sergeant:
• Sgt. Craig Walsh #252
Ceremonially Sworn In as Police Officers:
• Ptl. Tyler Shrader #351
• Ptl. William Franz #352

The ceremony will take place during the regularly scheduled Gloucester Township Municipal Council meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Council Room.

Two Cape Henlopen Trails to Close for Repairs

The Junction and Breakwater Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park will close for repairs on weekdays for three weeks starting March 9, followed by the Gordon Pond Trail, which will close weekdays only for two weeks to fix small sections breeched by high tides.

Commissioners Mark Opening of Supportive Reentry Release Center

(Camden, NJ) – The Board of Commissioners celebrated the grand opening of the Camden County Department of Corrections Reentry Release Center. The newly renovated facility will work to reduce structural barriers for individuals leaving the Camden County Correctional Facility (CCCF) by working with peer specialists to help individuals pave a smooth transition back to their community. At one time, the correctional facility had more than double the number of residents that it currently houses today. As a result of these innovative initiatives, the jail population has been reduced by almost 60%.

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Winslow Township Annual FREE Easter Egg Hunt!

Hop on over to Calabrese Memorial Park in Sicklerville for the annual Winslow Township Easter Egg Hunt! A fun-filled morning for local families and children.

When: Sat, Mar 21 (Rain date: Mar 28) | 10 AM SHARP – 11:30 AM

Location: PTLM. Daniel Calabrese Memorial Park North Central Avenue, Sicklerville NJ 08081

Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, social media, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be hosting the next Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, March12th at the Collingswood Senior Center, 30 W. Collings Avenue. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please submit them and we will forward them to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners holds public Monthly Meetings at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, in Camden. This month’s Caucus Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March17th, and the Monthly Commissioner Meeting is Thursday, March19th. These meetings are held to help the community stay up-to-date on county proceedings. Click Here to watch meetings online.

Walter A. Kirk, Jr., 76, of Oaklyn

Walter A. Kirk, Jr., a longtime resident of Oaklyn, NJ passed away on February 9, 2026 at the age of 76.

Walt was the beloved son of the late Walter and Josephine Kirk. He is the loving and devoted brother of Catherine (Lawrence) Kirk-Chase and Joanne (Rick) Wood. Adored uncle to Jacob and Jemma Chase.

Walt was raised in the Fairview section of Camden, NJ. He was the owner of Delaware Valley Appraisal Company of Audubon, NJ and was also a business partner in Homes by G & K. More recently, Walt earned his Juris Prudence degree which was a lifelong dream of his.

Funeral service and interment will be planned at a later date.

Arrangements by the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood and Audubon, NJ.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Walter A. Kirk, Jr., please visit our flower store.

Free Haddon Home Care Senior Expo 2026 in South Jersey: April 2

(Collingswood) – Haddon Home Care will host its second annual Haddon Home Care Senior Expo for seniors and their families, Thursday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Collingswood Grand Ballroom, 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ. Admission is FREE with light lunch and refreshments provided.

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Nominate Your Philly Faves for the 2026 Visit Philadelphia Liberty Bells

The Liberty Bells are back! It’s time for our annual awards-season celebration highlighting all of the people, places and things that make Philly so very, well, Philly.

Unlike those Hollywood awards shows, the Liberty Bells are 100% people-powered.

That’s where you come in.

We’re currently seeking nominations in five categories. You can learn more about each category below.

You have until March 13 to get your nominations in. We’ll tally up the submissions, name finalists and open up the public voting phase from March 23 through April 3.

Winners of the 2026 Liberty Bells will be announced during Visit Philadelphia’s 30th Anniversary Gala on May 14.

OK, enough talk. It’s time to make your submissions here!