Bill to Protect Health Care and SNAP Clears Assembly

Legislation would help residents that rely on NJ FamilyCare and SNAP as they navigate harsh new federal work requirements

(TRENTON) — As Washington imposes new hurdles for families receiving health care and food assistance, the General Assembly today took decisive action to help more than two million New Jersey residents keep their benefits. Bill A3883, Sponsored by Speaker Craig J. Coughlin, and Assembly members Annette Quijano, Shanique Speight, and Jerry Walker, would help families and individuals comply with new federal requirements that threaten their access to two critical safety-net programs—NJ FamilyCare and SNAP.

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Winslow Township Fireworks THIS FRIDAY, July 3rd!

Experience some of the best fireworks in South Jersey! Gates open early at the Winslow Township High School complex for an evening of patriotic family fun.

When: Fri, July 3 (Rain date: July 5) | Gates: 6:30 PM / Fireworks starts t dusk
Location: Winslow Township High School and Middle campus 10 Cooper Folly Rd, Atco, NJ

Commissioner Honored Five Camden County Veterans

Commissioner Colleen Bianco Bezich and the Camden County Office of Veterans Affairs held a medal ceremony aboard the Battleship New Jersey to recognize the service and sacrifices of five Camden County veterans.

“Our veterans answered the call to serve when their country needed them, and they deserve to know their commitment has not been forgotten,” said Commissioner Bianco Bezich, liaison to Veterans Affairs. “It is an honor to recognize them and express our gratitude on behalf of the entire county.”

The following veterans were honored and presented with one or more Camden County service medals, including the Camden County Military Service Medal, Camden County Korean War Service, Medal Camden County Vietnam Service, Medal, and the Camden County War on Terrorism Medal.

Kevin D. Cooper, Cherry Hill, Marine Corps
Karl N. Keppen, Gloucester Township, Army
Joel Pagan, Camden, Army
Kenneth C. Smith, Pennsauken, Air Force
Michael R. Troiano, Berlin, Navy

NJMVC Facilities to Close July 3-4 for Holiday

All New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) facilities, including agencies, road test sites, and inspection stations, will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of the upcoming holiday.

The Commission’s website, NJMVC.gov, remains open 24/7, providing a convenient way for customers to complete their motor vehicle business. Over 25 online services are available, including driver license renewals and replacements, vehicle registration renewals and replacements, address changes, driver record requests, personalized and specialty plate requests, and more.

New Jerseyans in need of motor vehicle services should always visit the website first to use online services, schedule required appointments for in-person services and driver testing, and resolve the most common NJMVC-related customer concerns.

Bally’s Atlantic City Hosts ABBA & Chicago Tribute Shows

Bally’s Atlantic City will turn back the clock this fall with two tribute performances celebrating the timeless music of ABBA and Chicago. ABBA Revisited will take the Grand Ballroom stage on Saturday, Sept. 5, followed by Brass Transit on Saturday, Oct. 10, bringing fan-favorite songs from two of music’s most beloved catalogs to the Boardwalk resort.

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Food Trucks and Fireworks WILL start at 6 pm at Proprietors Park

We are happy to announce that after much deliberation, and considering all factors, the Gloucester City Food Trucks and Fireworks event WILL go off as scheduled. With the forecast of oppressive heat and humidity predicted for tomorrow and throughout the weekend, the GC Celebrations Committee together with our Office of Emergency Management and Mayor and Council have had long discussions about whether or not to hold tomorrow’s event. Please be assured that we took all factors into consideration.

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EXTREME HEAT WARNING in effect for WINSLOW TOWNSHIP area thru JULY 1ST TO JULY 5TH

EXTREME HEAT WARNING FOR Winslow Township, New Jersey July 1st to July 5th Camden County Office of Emergency Management has declared a CODE RED beginning TODAY through early next week. If you, a loved one, or neighbor is in need of a cooling center in Winslow please utilize the Winslow Township Municipal Building Court Room located at 125 South Rt. 73 Braddock, NJ. Upon arrival please check in with the Winslow Township Police Department. Other cooling centers in Camden County can be viewed here: https://nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers?county=15#node-teaser-3498

Safe Grilling Reminders

As grilling season begins, Gloucester City encourages residents to keep safety in mind. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), July is the peak month for grill‑related fires nationwide. A few quick precautions can help keep your home and neighborhood safe:

Keep grills at least 10 feet from homes and structures
Check propane hoses and connections for leaks before lighting
Never leave a lit grill unattended
Allow charcoal to cool completely before disposal
Keep children and pets away from grills

For more safety guidance, visit the NFPA’s grilling safety page

Gloucester City’s Food Trucks and Fireworks To Be Held Thursday

Last Updated: July 1, 2026 – 2:40pm

This year, the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show will launch from barges on the Hudson River.

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GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (July 1, 2026)–The Gloucester City Celebrations Committee announced today, Wednesday, July 1, that after much deliberation, the City Food Trucks and Fireworks event WILL be held Thursday, July 2, as scheduled.

With the forecast of oppressive heat and humidity predicted for tomorrow and throughout the weekend, the GC Celebrations Committee together with our Office of Emergency Management and Mayor and Council have had long discussions about whether or not to hold tomorrow’s event. Please be assured that we took all factors into consideration.