A Camden man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in the city earlier this month, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez.
Eric Irizarry, 45, is charged with 1st -degree Murder in the death of 24-year-old Luis J. Bonet of Camden. He is also charged with 2nd -degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and 2nd -degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.
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Detectives Investigating Shooting in Winslow Township
Detectives are investigating a shooting that injured a man in Winslow Township, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Winslow Township Police Chief Donald Lemons.
Continue reading “Detectives Investigating Shooting in Winslow Township”Cherry Hill Juneteenth Parade and Festival at Croft Farm
On June 20, at 10 a.m., at Croft Farm, 100 Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill, the Board of Commissioners will join Cherry Hill Mayor David Fleisher and the Cherry Hill Township Council to honor Juneteenth. The event will feature a community parade, live entertainment, local vendors and more.
“Juneteenth is a solemn recognition of the struggles and sacrifices of African Americans, but it is also a celebration of it is also a celebration of their resilience and achievements that have shaped our nation,” said Commissioner Jonathan Young. “In Camden County, we are dedicated to supporting the Black community, preserving our history, and fostering a more just and equitable future for all.”
Al-Jo’s Curve Closed and Detoured
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 tonight and tomorrow night as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. In addition, overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled on Route 42 northbound, I-295 northbound and I-76 eastbound tonight and tomorrow night. The lane and ramp closures, as well as traffic slowdowns, are necessary to install structural steel and construct a retaining wall.
Continue reading “Al-Jo’s Curve Closed and Detoured”Camden County Roadwork Projects
Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of June 15 to June 20.
“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, June 15, to Friday, June 19, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between East Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.
Berlin Borough
Crews will be working on North Park Drive on Thursday, June 18 and Friday, June 19, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Watsontown Road & Orchard Drive.
Continue reading “Camden County Roadwork Projects”Camden Man Arrested Following Fatal Fentanyl Overdose in Magnolia
Magnolia, NJ – A Camden man has been arrested and charged in connection with the sale of fentanyl that led to a fatal overdose in Magnolia in 2025, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Magnolia Police Chief John Huston. Erik D. McKnight, 46, was charged on June 9, 2026, with first-degree Strict Liability for a DrugInduced Death and third-degree Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Dangerous Substance. On October 7, 2025, at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers from the Magnolia Police Department responded to a residence on the 400 block of Jackson Avenue for a report of an unconscious person who was not breathing. Upon arrival, officers located the victim – a 41-year-old man – lying in bed. Life-saving measures were attempted, but were unsuccessful. Ultimately, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Officers located six wax paper folds and a vial containing suspected fentanyl in the victim’s bedroom.
Toxicology results later confirmed the victim had died of a fentanyl overdose. During the eight-month investigation that followed, detectives located text messages on the victim’s cell phone between the victim and a suspect – later identified as McKnight – regarding a drug transaction on October 6, 2025.
Continue reading “Camden Man Arrested Following Fatal Fentanyl Overdose in Magnolia”Camden Mayor & Local Leaders to Cut Ribbon on New KIPP Stadium Tuesday
A major milestone for Camden youth sports and community recreation is happening this Tuesday.
On June 16, KIPP Cooper Norcross High School—alongside Mayor Victor Carstarphen, former Mayor Dana Redd, and Chairman George E. Norcross III—will officially cut the ribbon on a brand-new, state-of-the-art football field and community green space.
The ceremony marks the culmination of a year-long project to deliver top-tier athletic facilities to the city, complete with stadium lighting for night games. Built for a rapidly expanding youth sports program that includes Boys Varsity/JV Football and Girls Flag Football, this home turf gives local student-athletes the resources and high school experience they deserve.
Continue reading “Camden Mayor & Local Leaders to Cut Ribbon on New KIPP Stadium Tuesday”Get Connected with Your Government
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Brian McKnight at the Waterfront
Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Park
Monday, June15th @ 8 PM, renowned R&B Singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Brian McKnight is hitting the stage! Celebrated for his smooth vocals, high-belting range, and hefty romantic ballads, this live performance is one for the books. Roland Traynor River Stage at Wiggins Park. Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners and title sponsored by Rutgers-Camden. To learn more, Click Here.
Multi‑Million‑Dollar Upgrade for Alice Costello Elementary School
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BROOKLAWN, NJ (CNBNews) (June 13, 2026) — Groundbreaking ceremonies for the multi‑million‑dollar enhancement project at Alice Costello School were held Friday, June 12, on the school grounds at 301 Haakon Avenue. Dr. Samuel A. Rosetti, Superintendent of Schools, served as host for the event.
Dignitaries in attendance included State Assemblyman William F. Moen Jr., Camden County Commissioner Jonathan L. Young Sr., Mayor Jerry “Skip” Grandstrom, School Board President Michele Cecilio, and Architect Bob Garrison.
Two seventh‑grade students, Geoffrey Gettings and JJ Meehan, also participated in the program. Gettings led the Pledge of Allegiance, while Meehan delivered the student address. His comments are below.
The facilities improvement and modernization project is being funded through a strategic partnership utilizing the Camden County Improvement Authority’s Borough‑Guaranteed Lease Revenue Bonds (Series 2025).
“This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our students, families, and community,” Dr. Rosetti said. “The facility upgrades will allow our school to continue serving as a place of learning, growth, and opportunity for generations to come.”
The Brooklawn Borough School District has officially launched a $6,290,000 modernization initiative scheduled throughout 2026 at Alice Costello School. Supported through the CCIA financing program, the project reflects the district’s commitment to providing a safer, more sustainable, and high‑performance learning environment.
Critical infrastructure upgrades will address essential components of the school’s physical plant, including advanced building automation systems (BAS), comprehensive electrical improvements, and modern architectural design‑build enhancements. District officials say these improvements will deliver immediate benefits in environmental quality, operational efficiency, and updated safety protocol
Good afternoon, everyone! I’d like to welcome our school board members, teachers, parents, neighbors, and fellow classmates.
My name is J.J. Meehan, and I am a 7th grader here at Alice Costello School. It is an absolute honor to stand here today as we break ground on a massive upgrade for our school.
When you’re in 7th grade, you spend a lot of time thinking about the future—high school, sports, and what you want to be when you grow up. But today, our town is investing $6.3 million directly into our future right here in these classrooms.
We aren’t just getting a few cosmetic fixes. This project is bringing top-tier technology to ACES. We’re talking about smart building automation systems that control the climate, flat LED lighting that helps our planet save energy, and high-tech air purifiers in our classrooms to keep us all healthy and focused.
As students, our school is like a second home. When our community invests in making it safer, cleaner, and more modern, it tells us that our education matters. It inspires us to work harder.
Even though I’ll be graduating soon, I am so proud that this project will leave a lasting legacy for the younger grades and the future students of Brooklawn.
Thank you to the Brooklawn Board of Education, the Camden County Improvement Authority, Dr. Rosetti, ACES staff, and everyone in our community who made this historic day possible. Now let’s dig in!