Category: CAMDEN COUNTY

Mosquito Spraying Throughout Camden County

 Early Wednesday 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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Commissioners Hold Vigil to Honor International Overdose Awareness Day

On Monday, August 31, the Board of Commissioners gathered with the Camden County Addiction Awareness Task Force, activists, healthcare providers, law enforcement and residents to honor and observe International Overdose Awareness Day at the county’s Remembrance and Hope Memorial at Timber Creek Park.

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Camden County Roadwork Projects

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of August 31 to September 4

“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.”

Berlin Borough

Crews will be working on 136 New Freedom Rd on Wednesday, September 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Street closure traffic will be detoured between Aristone Drive and Evanine Drive.

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Commissioners Celebrate New Veterans Affairs Office Opening

The Board of Commissioners joined the Camden County Office of Veterans Affairs and members of the local veteran community to celebrate the grand opening of the new Veterans Affairs office at the Camden County Lakeland Complex.

“This new space will help us continue our mission of serving and supporting Camden County veterans with greater reach and impact,” said Commissioner Colleen Bianco Bezich, liaison to Veterans Affairs. “We look forward to welcoming our veterans into this accessible location, where they can connect with the resources, services and support they need.”

To learn more about the Office of Veterans Affairs, please visit www.camdencounty.com/service/veterans-affairs/, or call (856) 374-5801.

NJDOT Traffic Advisory —

Route 70 is scheduled to have double lane closures in both directions Friday night between Haddonfield Road/Grove Street/CR 644 in Cherry Hill and Route 38 in Pennsauken, Camden County.

Beginning at 8 p.m. today, August 28 until 6 a.m. Saturday, August 29, two lanes on Route 70 eastbound and westbound are scheduled to be closed from Haddonfield Road/Grove Street/CR 644 to Route 38. The double lane closures are necessary to restripe the road. One lane will be maintained in each direction overnight. The lane closures are expected to begin in the left and center lanes, before moving to the right and center lanes. Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution, and expect delays when driving through the work zone.

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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Barrington

The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health that a raccoon found in Barrington has tested positive for rabies.

On August 22, a Barrington resident’s dog got into an altercation with a raccoon in their backyard. The Animal Control Officer (ACO) for Barrington picked up the raccoon and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Trenton (PHEL). On August 26, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified by PHEL that the raccoon was rabid. There were no known human exposures to this raccoon.

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Camden County Roadwork Projects

 Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of August 24 to August 28. 

“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.”

Audubon

  • Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue from Monday, August 24, to Friday, August 28, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a lane closure between West Merchant Street in Audubon & Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.
  • Crews will be working on Hopkins Road on Thursday, August 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a partial road closure westbound between West Greenman Road in Haddon Township & Kings Highway West in Audubon.
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Juvenile Charged for Fatal Stabbing in Camden

A juvenile has been arrested and charged in reference to a fatal stabbing earlier this month in Camden, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.

A 15-year-old male from Trenton is charged with first-degree Murder, third-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, and fourth-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

On August 1, 2026, at approximately 2:53 a.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to Cooper University Hospital in reference to a stabbing victim who had walked to the hospital and collapsed outside of the parking garage.  The victim, who was identified as 28-year-old Davinne Evans of Camden, was pronounced deceased at approximately 3:49 a.m.Officers subsequently located a crime scene in the area of Broadway and Stevens Street.

During the investigation, detectives determined the juvenile was responsible for fatally stabbing Evans.  The juvenile was arrested and charged on August 22, 2026.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Jake Siegfried of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 225-5086 and Detective Matthew Blantz of the Camden County Police Department at (609) 923-6853.  Tips may also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Detectives Investigating Homicide in Lawnside

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Lawnside on Friday, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Lawnside Police Captain William Plenty.

On Friday, August 21, 2026, at approximately 5:50 p.m., officers from the Lawnside Police Department responded to the unit block of West Hodges Avenue in reference to a shooting.  Officers learned that the victim – 25-year-old George Rivera of Lawnside – had been transported in a private vehicle to Cooper University Hospital. The victim was ultimately pronounced deceased at the hospital at approximately 11:27 p.m.

This investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Michael Manning of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at (856) 365-3246.  Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

Community Connections with Your County

Stay Engaged Through Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, & Social Media

Check out the various ways to engage with your local government, get important updates, and be involved! Join monthly meetings with the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross, follow our social media, browse the county website for programs and services, and download the free Camden County App for instant access to all events, alerts, concerts, news, and more. 
To download the app, Click Here. The monthly Caucus Meeting was Tuesday, August 18th, and the Commissioners Meeting, Today, August 20th. Meetings are at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, Camden.
To watch meetings online, Click Here. 

The next Town Hall Meeting will be Thursday, September 10th, located at the Haddon Township High School Cafeteria, 406 Memorial Avenue, Westmont. If you have questions or need assistance, please submit them, and we will forward them to the appropriate department.
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