Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of March 16 to March 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.”
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PSE&G will be working on Hopkins Road on Monday, March 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound on Hopkins Road between Cornell Road & Carlisle Road.
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Acting Commissioner Priya Jain today announced that the annual statewide campaign to repair potholes across New Jersey will begin on Monday, March 16.
“Winter is tough on our roads. That’s why our crews are working quickly to repair them,” Governor Mikie Sherrill said. “New Jersey drivers deserve safe, smooth roads, and this campaign is about fixing problems fast to keep people moving and our economy flowing.”
With a more active winter this year and temperatures continually fluctuating between above and below freezing, the Department expects to repair more potholes this season than last year. Potholes are created by water seeping into cracks in the asphalt and then expanding when it freezes, so this type of weather pattern takes a toll on state highways.
“The New Jersey Department of Transportation is beginning our annual pothole campaign on Monday, March 16. Over the next couple of months our priority will be repairing potholes formed this winter,” Acting Commissioner Jain said. “NJDOT crews work year-round to repair potholes and keep our highways in good condition, but at this time of year, it becomes our primary focus.”
To repair potholes in the most aggressive and efficient manner, the Department will be allowing crews throughout the state to close travel lanes where necessary during daytime hours. When possible, crews will limit their daytime work hours to 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will try to avoid working in travel lanes during peak commuting times.
NJDOT will be using Variable Message Signs (VMS) to alert motorists of the campaign and, to the extent possible, of lane closures that could result in temporary travel delays. Detailed current repair locations will be posted on a continual basis on www.511nj.org.
As the weather warms up and asphalt plants reopen, our crews will start to perform permanent patch operations on particularly problematic sections of roadway. This is more extensive work that requires milling and paving a small area of the road that, generally, will be done overnight.
In the past five fiscal years (FY20 – FY24), NJDOT has repaired an average of approximately 155,000 potholes per year. The average has steadily decreased over the past several years because of NJDOT’s emphasis on repaving our State Highways, improving the percentage of roads in good and fair condition from 47 percent in 2008 to 81 percent today. So far in FY26 (July 1, 2025 – March 13, 2026), NJDOT has repaired about 89,100 potholes, with the busiest pothole repair season just starting.
It is important to slow down in work zones so NJDOT crews can safely make repairs. New Jersey’s Move Over law requires motorists to move over, if it is safe to do so, when approaching an emergency or service vehicle stopped on the side of the road. If you cannot safely MOVE OVER, PLEASE SLOW DOWN.
In addition to our crews monitoring and reporting potholes that need repair on state highways, we encourage motorists to report potholes as well. Motorists may call 1-800-POTHOLE (1-800-768-4653) or go online to report potholes on state roads using a mapping feature to help identify the exact location of the pothole.
To report potholes on county roads, contact the appropriate jurisdiction. The Department responds as quickly as possible, especially to reports of potholes that create safety concerns based on their size and location.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for frozen ready-to-eat turkey stuffed pastry products due to misbranding. Some boxes of the turkey, pesto, and cheese stuffed pastries contain ham and cheese instead. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase.
Fighting for Those Struggling with Substance Abuse & Mental Health
Please join us for our 13th Annual Recovery for Life Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating recovery and raising critical funds to help individuals and families in our communities who struggle with substance use and/or mental health disorders. Enjoy delicious food, live music, dancing, guest speakers, an honoree presentation, and a silent auction. This special night will be honoring three amazing individuals who support Maryville’s mission and advocate for those affected. Thank you to Louis D. Greenwald, Assembly Majority Leader, 6th Legislative District, for your continued commitment in battling substance use disorder and the associated stigma in our communities. To learn more and register, Click Here.
With her family by her side, Marie A. Sauer (nee Giliberti) passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at Jefferson Washington Township, at the age of 71.
A devoted mother, she is lovingly remembered by her children, Marc Sauer and his wife, Sarah, and Lauren Rebstock and her husband, Kevin. Cherished Nana to Luke, Sophia, Paul, Victor, and Harrison. Predeceased by Len Sauer, husband of 26 years. Loving sister of Jay Torres (Linda), Linda Collins (Burt), Billy Torres (Jeanie), and the late Gregory Torres. A longtime resident of Gloucester City, she most recently made her home in Sewell.
Cherished daughter of the late Victor and Lillian Giliberti as well as Mary Schaeffer. Also survived by her beloved uncle, Thomas Gladden as well as many loving nieces and nephews and her dedicated caretakers, Caroline, Ed, Roz and Dawn.
2026 is Philly’s biggest year yet, and we’re celebrating with our biggest hotel deal ever — a super-sized package of perks offering a taste of the entire Greater Philadelphia region and valued at up to $446 for a two-night stay!
This first-of-its-kind offer of the Visit Philly Overnight Package includes free hotel parking and admission to some of the most popular attractions in each of Greater Philadelphia’s five counties.
Along with free hotel parking, you get two complimentary tickets to all of the following: Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute, the Mercer Museum in Bucks County, Longwood Gardens in Chester County, the Brandywine Museum of Art in Delaware County and Elmwood Park Zoo in Montgomery County.
Sound like a lot to take in on one trip? Fear not! Booking is available now for stays from March 26 to September 7, 2026, but these perks can be redeemed through the end of the year. It’s the perfect reason to come back again (and again) during this monumental year in Philadelphia!
On March 10, colon cancer experts from Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) and Jefferson Health-East’s colon and rectal surgery department hosted a public outreach event at the Food Bank of South Jersey in Pennsauken that featured a “Strollin’ Colon,” a walk-through inflatable colon to help educate the public on colon cancer and the importance of early screening. The experts answered questions about colorectal cancer and provided resources for prevention, screening and early detection.
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society. Screening guidelines now recommend those at average risk start screening at age 45 or sooner for anyone with a family history of colorectal cancer.
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.
Take Camden County with you wherever you go! The Camden County App is our free mobile resource that serves as a one stop source for all of Camden County’s services, events, concerts, programs, weather alerts, and more. Stay connected on the go, available for both iPhone and Android. Click Here to download the app.
Tax-advantaged retirement accounts can give savers a leg up in building their nest egg. While many American workers qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement, these benefits are rarely enough to cover expenses – especially since retirement often brings added costs for health care and aging. On average, Americans have roughly one year’s worth of their current annual income saved in tax-advantaged accounts. For most households, that figure hovers around $80,000. However, the face value may not reflect true purchasing power, because different accounts and investments are taxed differently at the time of distribution.
With this in mind, SmartAsset ranked the 40 U.S. states with available data by average household retirement savings, including comparisons to household income and a breakdown of retirement-account preferences.
The Philadelphia Police Department needs your help:
The police are investigating a commercial burglary that occurred on February 23, 2026 in Southwest Philadelphia. Several men broke into the rear of Mi Tienda Hispana located at 7012 Elmwood Avenue around 6:00 AM. Taken were a laptop, a cell phone and several thousand dollars in cash. The men fled the area on foot, heading westbound along Elmwood Avenue.
