First Time Homebuyer Information Session

Key Insights and Steps Into Purchasing Your First Home!

The City of Camden, and the Camden County Improvement Authority (CCIA) are partnering to host a First-Time Homebuyer Information Session on Saturday, March21st, at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Camden. This event is designed for Camden City residents interested in purchasing their first home! Attendees will learn about newly increased down payment assistance opportunities available through state and city programs, along with guidance on the homebuying process and how to qualify for available funding.

The program will begin with a continental breakfast and welcome remarks from Camden City Mayor Victor Carstarphen and Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. Guest speakers will also share insights on key steps in the homebuying journey, including the homebuyer program, the mortgage process, working with realtors, and common legal considerations. To learn more and register, Click Here.

Bunny Brunch & Egg Hunt!

Spring is Hopping into Camden County Technical School

Mark your calendar for Saturday, March14th and bring the whole family out for a morning packed with smiles, surprises, and springtime fun as the Easter Bunny makes a special visit to CCTS! Located at 343 Berlin Cross Keys Rd, Sicklerville. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

From 9 AM to 12 PM, kids can enjoy a festive Easter Egg Hunt, share a moment and a photo with the Easter Bunny, sit down for breakfast, and win great prizes along the way. It’s the perfect way to welcome the season and make some joyful memories together. For more information, contact acampegio@ccts.net. Don’t miss this egg-citing morning of fun, we can’t wait to see you there! To learn more, Click Here.

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.

Cooper University Hospital Recertified as Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center

Cooper University Hospital has once again earned recertification as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center from The Joint Commission, receiving its Gold Seal of Approval® in recognition of the health system’s ability to treat the most complex stroke cases.

This prestigious designation places Cooper among an elite group of hospitals nationwide equipped with the highest level of expertise, advanced imaging, specialized interventions, and around-the-clock multidisciplinary stroke care.

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Board of Commissioners Celebrate Groundbreaking of the 34-mile Camden County LINK Trail

March 6, at noon, at Murray Troutt Post 262, 20 Chestnut Street, Audubon, Commissioner Jeffrey Nash will join federal, state and local officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Camden County LINK Trail, marking the start of construction on the highly anticipated greenway that will stretch from the Delaware River to the Pine Barrens. This historic and ambitious plan will deliver another resource through the Camden County Parks Department boosting the quality of life throughout the region.

“Today is a truly historic day as we are formally beginning construction on the Camden County LINK Trail after almost a decade of feasibility studies, public meetings, and securing funding,” said Commissioner Jeffrey Nash, liaison to the Camden County Parks Department. “I am so thrilled to see this project become a reality. The LINK Trail will provide residents throughout Camden County with access to passive recreation, and enable them a safe and scenic path to walk, bike, or run throughout our beautiful county.”

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Report Potholes to Camden County Public Works

As the winter of our discontent starts to thaw and come to close, it also marks a turn in highway operations for the men and women of the Camden County Department of Public Works – pothole patrol. Moving forward, as asphalt plants resume their operations, the Department of Public Works is launching an all-out effort to ensure multi-modal transportation over the course of 1,200 lane miles of road. Several crews are hitting the streets to repair the breakdown of the roads created by the unprecedented winter conditions seen throughout the past three months.

“We have dispatched several crews a day throughout the highways and byways of Camden County to address not only potholes, but other roadway concerns countywide,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Our residents are our best eyes on our roadways, and we need everyone to engage in this effort to make Camden County a better place to live, work and drive. As a reminder, please slow down and be patient when you see our crews working on our roadways.”

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Camden County Youth Leadership Summit

Inspiring Day of Growth, Collaboration, and Empowerment

The Camden County Board of Commissioners, Camden County Youth Services Commission, and Camden County College invite students to attend the 2026 Camden County Youth Leadership Summit. This free event brings together young leaders from across the county for a day of workshops, guest speakers, and interactive activities focused on leadership development and community engagement. The summit will be held on Monday, March16th from 9 AM to 1 PM at Camden County College’s Camden City Campus. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged. To learn more and register, Click Here.

Senior’s Resource Fair

Learn About Public Agencies that Serve Cherry Hill Township

Camden County’s Senior Residents are invited to spend an informative afternoon at the Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, on Thursday, March12th from 2 PM to 4 PM for the Senior Resource Fair. This free event brings together a wide range of trusted agencies and organizations from Cherry Hill Township, Camden County, the State of New Jersey, and the federal government. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn and ask questions about topics that matter most.

Whether you are planning ahead or simply want to learn more about programs available to you, this resource fair offers direct access to knowledgeable professionals ready to help. Registration is strongly encouraged. To register and learn more, Click Here.

Camden County Webinar: Building Safe Spaces

Learn Impactful Tools to Help Show Support!

The Camden County Board of Commissioners, in partnership with the Trevor Project, is hosting an important webinar on Friday, March 20th from 9 AM to 10:30 AM focused on LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention & Sensitivity. This impactful session will provide adults with practical tools, insight, and real-world strategies to better understand the challenges LGBTQ+ youth face and confidently offer meaningful support. Through guided discussion and expert perspective, participants will leave better prepared to foster acceptance, strengthen resilience, and promote mental health and well-being. To learn more and register, Click Here.

Commissioner Director Cappelli to read to pre-k students in celebration of Read Across America

On March 4, Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. will join Mayor Victor Carstarphen, and State District Superintendent Alfonso Llano Jr. to read to pre-k students at 11 a.m. at Martha F. Wilson Early Childhood Development Center, 1602 Pine Street, Camden in celebration of ‘Read Across America’.

“Strong literacy skills are essential for our children’s long-term development and academic success,” said Commissioner Director Cappelli. “Read Across America is an opportunity to remind our young people that in our increasingly digital world, there is still incredible value in the written word.”