Category: CAMDEN COUNTY

Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound, I-76 eastbound lane and ramp closures tonight and tomorrow night in Bellmawr

Overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled on Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound tonight and tomorrow night for structural steel installation as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays when traveling through the work zones.

In addition, the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo’s Curve, is scheduled to be closed and detoured tomorrow night.

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Juneteenth Event 6/13/26

Celebrate community at the Winslow Township Juneteenth Celebration. Enjoy food, music, and culture at New Brooklyn Park in Sicklerville.

  • When: Sat, June 13 | 2 PM – 7 PM
  • Location: 123 New Brooklyn Erial Rd, Sicklerville, NJ

Enjoy a concert by the Wallstreet Soul Band sponsored by the Camden County Commissioners at 6pm. 

Detectives Investigating Homicide in Camden

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Camden that led to a multi-vehicle crash in Pennsauken on Tuesday night, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 7:02 p.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to the 3300 block of Westfield Avenue in Camden in reference to a ShotSpotter activation. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple shell casings and an unoccupied vehicle that had been struck by gunfire.
At approximately 7:06 p.m., officers from the Pennsauken Police Department responded to a crash involving five motor vehicles at Drexel Avenue and Route 130 in Pennsauken. Upon arrival, officers observed that one of the vehicles had been struck by gunfire. The driver – later identified as 36-year-old Izaiah Minzy of Westville – was found to be suffering from a gunshot wound. Minzy was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 8:11 p.m. Six other individuals occupying vehicles involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.
This investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Cody Skinner of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at 856-580-6053 and Detective Andrew Mogck of the Camden County Police Department at 609-519-8588. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

SoccerFest26 Launches Ahead of World Cup 2026™

Today, the Camden County Board of Commissioners, Visit South Jersey, NJEDA, state and local leaders will announce SoccerFest26. This regional celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will encompass most of the events being held in South Jersey over the course of the tournament. One of the largest events for the tournament will be a free three‑day celebration of global soccer spirit on the Camden Waterfront. The event will invite residents and visitors to experience the excitement surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, with major tournament matches occurring nearby in Philadelphia and Northern New Jersey.

“SoccerFest26 will bring the energy of the World Cup directly to all corners of South Jersey and most importantly to the Camden Waterfront,” said Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. “The Camden Waterfront will host a 3-day festival and draw thousands of fans into our community, giving people the chance to experience the excitement of the World Cup without traveling far or spending an extraordinary amount of money on a ticket.”

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Detectives Investigating Homicide in Camden

Camden, NJ – Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Camden that led to a multi-vehicle crash in Pennsauken on Tuesday night, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 7:02 p.m., officers from the Camden County Police Department responded to the 3300 block of Westfield Avenue in Camden in reference to a ShotSpotter activation.

Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple shell casings and an unoccupied vehicle that had been struck by gunfire. At approximately 7:06 p.m., officers from the Pennsauken Police Department responded to a crash involving five motor vehicles at Drexel Avenue and Route 130 in Pennsauken. Upon arrival, officers observed that one of the vehicles had been struck by gunfire. The driver – later identified as 36-year-old Izaiah Minzy of Westville – was found to be suffering from a gunshot wound. Minzy was transported to Cooper University Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at approximately 8:11 p.m. Six other individuals occupying vehicles involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.

This investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Cody Skinner of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit at 856-580-6053 and Detective Andrew Mogck of the Camden County Police Department at 609-519-8588. Tips can also be sent to CAMDEN.TIPS.

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Addiction Doesn’t Discriminate. Why Should You?

See How You Can Break the Stigma!

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and the Addiction Awareness Task Force, proudly launched the Break the Stigma campaign, a community-driven initiative focused on changing the conversation around addiction and recovery. This program works to challenge long-standing misconceptions about substance use disorder, while highlighting the real experiences of those on the path to recovery. At its core, it is about making sure that anyone facing addiction is met with compassion, support, and understanding, not judgment. To learn more, Click Here.

Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. joined PHL17 to discuss the programs and resources in place to help substance use disorders. To watch, Click Here.

2026 Park Events Guide is Here!

There’s Never Been More to See, Do, & Explore in Camden County

An exciting season is upon us in Camden County! The 2026 Park Events Guide has arrived, packed with everything you need to make the most of summer and fall. Discover a full lineup of concerts, festivals, fitness classes, family activities, and special events happening throughout the county. This year’s guide also features library summer programming, updates on Parks Alive infrastructure improvements, and more opportunities to get outside, stay active, and connect with your community. To see the digital guide, Click Here.

Ramps to I-676 from Holtec Boulevard eastbound to be closed and detoured overnight this week in Camden

The I-676 northbound ramp from Holtec Boulevard eastbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured tonight as a bridge replacement and paving project advances in Camden and Gloucester City, Camden County. In addition, the I-676 southbound ramp from Holtec Boulevard eastbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Beginning at 11 p.m. tonight, Monday, June 1 until 5 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2, the Holtec Boulevard eastbound ramp to I-676 northbound is scheduled to be closed. The closures are necessary to place construction barrier for upcoming noise wall demolition. The following detour will be in place:

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SoccerFest26 on the Camden Waterfront Rescheduled

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey will announce SoccerFest26, a free three‑day celebration of global soccer spirit on the Camden Waterfront. The event will invite residents and visitors to experience the excitement surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, with major tournament matches occurring nearby in Philadelphia and Northern New Jersey.

SoccerFest26 is scheduled for June 25–27 at Wiggins Waterfront Park in Camden, NJ, with additional programming throughout the surrounding area, and is designed to create a welcoming and high-energy gathering space for residents and visitors during the 2026 World Cup season. SoccerFest26 will be open each day from noon to 10 p.m.

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