Garden State Times

Gloucester Township Library branch closes early due to unforeseen circumstances

By Garden State Times | Jul 11, 2024

The Gloucester Township Library branch, located at 15 S Black Horse Pike, will be closed for the rest of the day on Thursday.

Governor Murphy signs bill funding new CHAMP program

By Garden State Times | Jul 11, 2024

Senator Declan O’Scanlon’s (R-13) bill to appropriate the inaugural funding round for the new CHAMP program was signed into law by Governor Murphy.

Camden County launches new mobile app for residents

By Garden State Times | Jul 11, 2024

Recently, the Board of Commissioners launched the Camden County Mobile App, a free resource that serves as a one-stop source for information about Camden County’s services, programs, and events. The app aims to provide an easy-to-use platform for residents and visitors to access county information on their iPhone or Android devices.

Commissioners announce $1.3 million renovations for Newton Lake Park playgrounds

By Garden State Times | Jul 11, 2024

Next month, the Board of Commissioners will commence a $1.3 million construction project to renovate two playgrounds in Newton Lake Park. The Newton Lake and Haddon Creek playgrounds are popular amenities within the 103-acre park, frequented by hundreds of children and families daily.

Governor signs bill supporting environmental infrastructure projects in New Jersey

By Garden State Times | Jul 10, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy signed bipartisan legislation today, sponsored by Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39), to finance various environmental infrastructure projects throughout the state.

Governor signs bill funding open space preservation projects

By Garden State Times | Jul 10, 2024

Today, Governor Phil Murphy signed bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Parker Space (R-24) to support the acquisition of land for open space and park development.

Governor signs bill raising cap on annuity payouts for insolvent insurers

By Garden State Times | Jul 10, 2024

Governor Murphy signed bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) today to increase the payout figure for annuity products held by insolvent insurance companies.

Camden County announces mosquito spraying schedule for July 12

By Garden State Times | Jul 9, 2024

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be active in Camden County, spraying and surveilling various areas.

Mosquito spraying scheduled throughout Camden County on Thursday

By Garden State Times | Jul 9, 2024

Early Thursday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County.

Heat advisory issued for Camden County from July 9 to July 10

By Garden State Times | Jul 9, 2024

The Camden County Health Officer has issued a Heat Advisory for the region, effective from Tuesday, July 9 to Wednesday, July 10, between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. each day. During this period, hot temperatures could lead to heat-related illnesses.

Holzapfel urges redirection of rescinded Pompidou funds to public schools

By Garden State Times | Jul 8, 2024

Senator Jim Holzapfel (R-10) has urged Governor Murphy to redirect the rescinded Centre Pompidou x Jersey City funds to New Jersey public schools, rather than using them for new projects.

Air quality alerts issued for Camden County on Monday and Tuesday

By Garden State Times | Jul 8, 2024

On Monday, July 8, Camden County will be under a Code Orange Ozone Action Day Alert. This alert indicates that the air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups, including individuals with heart or lung disease such as asthma, the elderly, and young people. On Tuesday, July 9, the alert will shift to a slightly more moderate Code Yellow due to ozone levels.

Mosquito spraying scheduled across multiple locations in Camden County

By Garden State Times | Jul 8, 2024

Early Wednesday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be in the community spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County.

Commissioners announce public meetings on Camden County LINK Trail

By Garden State Times | Jul 8, 2024

The Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with the city of Camden, Pennsauken, and Winslow townships, will host two public meetings to update residents on the Camden County LINK Trail. The proposed 34-mile regional trail is set to extend from the Benjamin Franklin Bridge to the south end of Winslow Township.

Analysis: New Jersey one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Garden State Times | Jul 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Garden State Times shows that New Jersey is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

Gin Blossoms headline Freedom Festival on Camden Waterfront

By Garden State Times | Jul 5, 2024

The annual Freedom Festival and Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular was held at Wiggins Waterfront Park this Wednesday, featuring a performance by the chart-topping rock band Gin Blossoms. The festival is presented by the Board of Commissioners and the City of Camden.