November is New Jersey Wine Month

Count down the days till New Jersey Wine Month! Running November 1-30, this celebration highlights Garden State wine growers, vineyards, and wineries.

“Our neighbors in Pennsylvania and New York celebrate their wines for an entire month,” says Devon Perry, Executive Director of the Garden State Wine Growers Association. “Now, New Jersey has a full 30 days to recognize our state’s 60+ wineries and vineyards! New Jersey Wine Month is perfectly timed to coincide with the gorgeous harvest season and before the busy holiday season sets in. Join us for a glass of wine, from Sussex County to Cape May, and everywhere in between!”

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Camden County Police Department Debuts its New Ice Cream Truck

The department’s new ice cream truck will make its debut as kids and officers celebrate Halloween with music, candy, bounce houses and more.

Today at 6 p.m. at Morgan Village Middle School, 990 Morgan Blvd, Camden, the Camden County Police Department’s brand-new Metro Ice Cream Truck will make its debut at the Halloween-themed Open Gym event at Morgan Village Middle School.

“The addition of our very own ice cream truck provides our officers with yet another unique opportunity to connect with our residents and their families,” said Chief Gabriel Rodriquez. “This is another example of Unity Policing in action that helps strengthen relationships between the CCPD and the community we serve.”

In addition to the traditional Open Gym activities, including food, music, and basketball, and the Metro Ice Cream Truck, this special Halloween event will feature bounce houses, a costume contest, Halloween treats, and more.

ROAD CLOSURES IN GLOUCESTER CITY HALLOWEEN DAY

On Friday, October 31, 2025, the following roads will be closed to all traffic from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM to accommodate the anticipated large crowds celebrating Halloween along the 800-900 blocks of Monmouth Street:

– Monmouth Street from Railroad Avenue to Johnson Boulevard

– Brown Street from Bergen Street to Somerset Street

Our officers will be on-site to address any issues that may arise, ensuring a safe and enjoyable Halloween celebration for everyone.

Fright House at The Lighthouse, Halloween Celebration

The 25th Philadelphia Police District invites the community to join in the Halloween fun at this year’s “Fright House at The Lighthouse”, a family-friendly event featuring spooky entertainment, treats, and activities for all ages.

The celebration will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at The Lighthouse Sports & Entertainment Complex, 199 E. Erie Avenue, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with set-up beginning at 4:00 PM.

Families are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a safe, festive evening filled with Halloween thrills, including a Haunted House, Haunted Hayride, Trunk-or-Treat, Face Painting, and appearances from the Sheriff’s Bus. The event aims to strengthen community bonds while providing a fun and secure environment for children and families to celebrate Halloween.

Important Details:

A parent or guardian must accompany children under 18.
Vehicles distributing candy will not be admitted after 5:30 PM.
Pre-registration is required for all participants to gain entry.

For more information or to register, please contact the 25th Philadelphia Police District at (215) 685-9964.

Local Trick-or-Treating Hours

Gloucester City – 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Brooklawn – 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Mount Ephraim – 2:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Westville – 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Bellmawr – 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Audubon – 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.

NJ Department of Corrections Hosts Recruitment Open House

TRENTON, NJ – On Wednesday, October 29, the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) will host a Recruitment Open House at their Conference and Training Center at Jones Farm in Ewing, NJ. This event is free and open to any individuals who are interested in starting a career at NJDOC by becoming a Correctional Police Officer.

At the Open House, individuals can meet with NJDOC Recruitment Officers and learn more about the hiring process – from information on salary/benefits and qualifications, to learning more about the physical fitness requirements, NJDOC’s Training Academy and the roles and responsibilities of Correctional Police Officers. Individuals can also receive onsite assistance filling out the application and guidance on next steps with the application process.

Individuals will also have the opportunity to meet with officers from specialized units and learn more about the many a variety of unique career paths within the Department, including positions within the nine NJDOC facilities, along with a variety of specialty tracks, including: Special Operations Group, which specializes in K-9s, designated marksmen and critical incident negotiation; Special Investigations Division, which specializes in special victims, fugitive and corrections intelligence; the Office of Emergency Management, which provides advanced security planning for high profile events; and more.

NJDOC Recruitment Open House

NJDOC Conference and Training Center at Jones Far, 721 Bear Tavern Road, Ewing, NJ 08628

Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 2:30 – 7:30 p.m.

About New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC)

The mission of NJDOC is to advance public safety and promote successful reintegration in a dignified, safe, secure, rehabilitative, and gender-informed environment, supported by a professional, trained, and diverse workforce, enhanced by community engagement. For more information, visit: NJDOC.gov.

Advisory Message: Veteran’s Day Service

Join us at the Winslow Twp. Municipal War Memorial (125 S Route 73) starting at 11 AM to honor our Nation’s Veterans. Light refreshments and free fresh produce will be available while supplies last.

Veteran’s Day
Date: Tuesday November 11, 2025
Time: 11 am
Location: War Memorial at Winslow Township Municipal Complex 125 S. Route 73, Braddock

Register for the 2025 Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge!

Do it for the views. Do it for the miles. Do it for the after party. But mostly, do it for yourself. And the feeling you’ll carry long after race day! You can race across the finish line or just enjoy every moment of the journey at your own pace, we encourage all to come out! Presented by Amerihealth, this race is full of pure energy from start to finish! Prefer a shorter distance? Join us for the fun 2-mile walk! Can’t join us in-person? Virtual options for the 10K and 2-mile walk are also available.

Lock in your spot now and cross the Benjamin Franklin Bridge with us on Sunday, November 2nd, all in support of The Larc Norcross School.

ATTENTION! Winslow Township Police Announce FREE Coffee Alert!

ATTENTION! FREE Coffee Alert! Please join our partners and friends at Winslow Township Police Department (NJ) & Panera Bread for Coffee With A Cop this Tuesday, October 28th 8:30a.m. – 10:30a.m. Panera Bread – 500 Berlin-Cross Keys Rd, Sicklerville, NJ

Community Partners! WTPD is also hosting a food and clothing drive to help families this season. Please drop off your new or gently used coats to 125 Route 73 Braddock, NJ.

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Board of Commissioners celebrate one million meals delivered to local seniors

(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Board of Commissioners marked a major milestone in its Home Delivered Meal program this week with the delivery of the one-millionth meal through its partnership with the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA). Since 2017, the County has worked with SJTA to expand delivery services using the Authority’s specialized delivery vehicles equipped with hot and cold storage, ensuring food safety and proper temperature for every meal delivered.

“This milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to ensuring food security for our senior residents,” said Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Department of Health and Human Services. “The Home Delivered Meals program provides a sense of dignity and independence to our seniors, and every meal delivered is a reminder that they are not alone.”

Gloucester Township resident Dolores Hilferty was the recipient of the one-millionth meal. Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, Commissioner Jennifer Fleisher, Surrogate Michelle Gentek-Mayer, Gloucester Township Mayor David Mayer, Gloucester Township Councilwoman Helen Albright Troxell, and Gloucester Township Councilman Ciri Castro Jr., were joined by representatives from the SJTA and the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services to celebrate the momentous occasion.

Congressman Donald Norcross credited the Older Americans Act for the impact the program has had in Camden County and other areas of his district.

“This week, we celebrate one million meals delivered to seniors in our community, a major milestone for our Home Delivered Meal program and the goal of combating food insecurity,” Norcross said. “This program, made possible through the Older Americans Act, ensures that no senior is left hungry or forgotten. During a time when the Trump Administration has slashed food assistance programs, we need programs made possible through the Older Americans Act now more than ever before. Everyone deserves access to a nutritious meal, and I’m honored to say that we’ve delivered that to one million individuals in South Jersey.”

The Camden County Home Delivered Meals program provides over 400 Camden County seniors with one ready-to-eat meal, delivered every weekday, at no cost to the participants. There is currently no wait list for Home Delivered Meals.

To be eligible for the Home Delivered Meals program, an individual must:

• Reside in Camden County and be age 60 years or older

• Be unable to leave home without the assistance of another person

• Be unable to prepare a nutritious meal for themselves

• Not be a recipient of Medicaid Managed Long Term Support Services (MLTSS)

If you or a senior you know needs meal assistance, please call 856-374-MEAL (6325) to get started.