Cooper University Health Care Launches a Mobile Unit for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Cooper University Health Care Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Support vehicle with Internal Medicine APN Kimberly Young (black scrubs) and Innovative Delivery Clinical Practices Specialist Jaclyn Cauley (blue scrubs) outside the Cooper Cherry Hill, NJ campus, September 5, 2025.

Cooper University Health Care has launched a Mobile Unit as part of its Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program, designed to meet the unique health care needs of individuals with IDD. The innovative unit delivers high-quality, compassionate primary care directly to patients’ homes, community residences, and group homes across Southern New Jersey.

Developed in response to the growing demand for accessible, person-centered care, the Mobile Unit helps remove barriers that often make traditional office visits challenging for individuals with IDD. By bringing care directly to patients, the program ensures comprehensive primary care in a familiar, supportive environment.

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Camden County Library System celebrates Black History Month

Every year, to celebrate Black History Month, the Camden County Library System hosts workshops, artistic activities, discussions and more, for both youth and adults to learn about the rich culture and history of Black people in America.

“Black History Month provides us with the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the impact that Black Americans have had on our society, and their contributions to our communities,” Commissioner Jonathan Young said. “Throughout February, the Camden County Library System offers a wide range of educational, artistic, and social programs for all ages that highlights the Black community and its rich history. I encourage everyone to join us for a month full of learning and honoring Black History Month at the Camden County Library.”

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New Jersey American Water to Upgrade Cherry Hill Water Infrastructure with $2.5 Million Investment

New Jersey American Water is investing approximately $2.5 million to upgrade critical water infrastructure in Cherry Hill, replacing nearly a mile of aging water main to help ensure continued reliability, water quality, and fire protection for local customers. The project will replace an older cement water main with a new 16-inch ductile iron main along Kresson Road between Springdale Road and Cropwell Road.

This investment is part of the company’s ongoing, multi-year commitment to strengthen water infrastructure in more than 100 communities across New Jersey, supporting reliable service and consistent water quality over time. By making planned investments in infrastructure, New Jersey American Water helps reduce the likelihood of service interruptions, improves water flows for homes and businesses, and supports dependable fire protection for the community. These improvements are designed to deliver long-term value by reinforcing the system customers rely on every day.

Construction is already underway and is expected to be completed by June 2026. Crews will typically work Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the possibility of evening and weekend work if needed to maintain the project schedule. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained throughout construction, and crews will work directly with customers to accommodate driveway access as needed.

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Camden County Improvement Authority finances $6.29 million to support Brooklawn Board of Education Project

The Camden County Improvement Authority (CCIA) is proud to announce the successful issuance of $6.29 million Borough Guaranteed Lease Revenue Bonds for the Brooklawn Board of Education Project.

“This project reflects Camden County’s commitment to investing in education, strengthening community assets, and ensuring safe, modern learning environments for our children,” said Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr., liaison to the Camden County Improvement Authority. “I applaud the CCIA, Brooklawn Borough, and the Brooklawn Board of Education for their steadfast commitment to improving Alice Costello Elementary School, ensuring student success for years to come.”

This financing will fund critical capital improvements at Alice Costello Elementary School, including classroom and facility upgrades, heating, cooling, and ventilation improvements, and modernized infrastructure

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Delaware Valley University Fall 2025 Dean’s List

These students were honored for academic achievement by being named to Delaware Valley University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List.

Hailey Bradbury of Bridgeton (08302)

Helen Brickner of Cherry Hill (08002)

Dallas Brown of Swedesboro (08085)

Ariela Cambronero Fernandez of Willingboro (08046)

Greg Croce of Gibbstown (08027)

Hannah Dahl of Pennsauken (08109)

Isabella Davis of Sicklerville (08081)

Nicoletta Del Re of Cherry Hill (08003)

Peter Delcollo of Bridgeton (08302)

Cayden Devine of Sicklerville (08081)

Natalie Eckert of Medford (08055)

Abigail Eckhardt of Sicklerville (08081)

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Town Hall Meeting February 5

Your Government. Your Neighborhood. Your Voice.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is hosting a series of town hall meetings across Camden County, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall will be Thursday, February 5th at 6 PM in Haddon Heights at the Atlantic Avenue Elementary School. Congressman Donald Norcross, Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr., Assemblyman Bill Spearman, and Mayor Zachary Houck will be in attendance. To learn more, Click Here.

Please note, no person at a meeting shall engage in disorderly or boisterous conduct, including the utterance of loud, physically threatening or abusive language, or other acts which disturb, disrupt or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of any meeting and the ability of the public to hear or participate.

South Jersey Gas Announces 2026 First Responders Grant Program

South Jersey Gas, a subsidiary of SJI, today announced the kick-off of its annual First Responders Grant Program. Grants will be awarded to provide critical support for operations conducted by first responder departments.

The First Responders Grant Program supports the critical safety training and lifesaving efforts conducted by local fire, police and EMS first responders. These grants are used by first responders to support necessary purchases including combustible gas detectors, turn out gear, fire hoses, medical supplies and other equipment.

All paid or volunteer fire, emergency medical services and police departments serving at least one of the municipalities in the South Jersey Gas service area are eligible to apply.

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Rowan Baseball Ranked #8 in D3baseball.com Preseason Top 25; Profs Play 7 Ranked Teams in First Month

GLASSBORO, NJ – Coming off a third-place national finish and College World Series appearance in 2025, the Rowan baseball team enters 2026 ranked #8 in the D3baseball.com Division III Top 25.

The #8 Profs will have their work cut out for them by playing one of the nation’s toughest schedules, meeting seven ranked opponents before April 1st. The slate includes games against World Series participants, #2 Endicott (March 20), #7 Messiah (March 24) and #11 Johns Hopkins (March 16).

Rowan opens the year with back-to-back games against Top 25 teams, hosting #13 Cortland on February 28 and #21 Penn State Harrisburg on March 4.

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Philadelphia Police Report the Following Shooting

The following information is preliminary and subject to change.
On January 30, 2026, at approximately 6:46 p.m., officers from the 39th District responded to a report of a person shot in the 200 block of West Chelten Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the arm.
The victim was transported by police to a local hospital, where he was taken into surgery and listed in critical condition. Officers observed and secured a crime scene extending from the 200 block to the 100–200 block of West Chelten Avenue. Later that evening, a female suspect voluntarily reported to Police Headquarters and surrendered a firearm believed to be involved in the incident. The suspect was taken into custody without incident. The firearm was secured. This information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues with the Shooting Investigation Group. Updates will be provided as they are received.

Coast Guard Northeast District Investigating Cause of F/V Lily Jean Incident

BOSTON — Rear Adm. Michael Platt, commander of the Northeast District, has launched a district-level formal investigation concerning the sinking of the commercial fishing vessel LILY JEAN (O.N. 580932) and subsequent loss of seven lives on Jan. 30, 2026. 

The search was suspended on Jan. 31 after all reasonable search efforts for the missing crewmembers had been exhausted.

At 6:50 a.m., on Jan. 30, the Coast Guard responded to an emergency position-indicating radio beacon activation from a fishing vessel 25 miles off the coast of Cape Ann. There were seven people onboard the LILY JEAN.

The seven crew members have been identified as follows: