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Miracle League celebrates opening day at accessible Boundless Field

The Camden County Miracle League held its spring baseball kickoff on Sunday morning, marking the opening day with a ceremonial first pitch thrown by Camden County Clerk Pam Lampitt.

By Garden State Times | Apr 14, 2025

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Donald Norcross addresses Social Security concerns and shares holiday greetings in April 2025

By Garden State Times | Apr 13, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross shared his views on the impact of Social Security service reductions attributed to Trump and Musk, while also offering holiday greetings to his constituents in South Jersey.

Highlights from the Camden County weekly newsletter

By Garden State Times | Apr 11, 2025

This week's newsletter from Camden County includes a variety of updates and announcements.

Road closures planned on Kings Highway amid improvement project next week

By Garden State Times | Apr 11, 2025

Two sections of Kings Highway in New Jersey will experience partial closures next week due to ongoing improvement projects.

Donald Norcross addresses GOP tax policy and minimum wage concerns on social media

By Garden State Times | Apr 11, 2025

On April 11, 2025, Congressman Donald Norcross took to social media to express concerns over GOP tax policies benefiting the wealthy, the impact on public benefits, and the necessity of passing the Raise the Wage Act of 2025.

Sickle Cell Community Warrior Day celebrated by Camden County officials

The Board of Commissioners and the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services held a ceremony on Thursday to mark Sickle Cell Community Warrior Day during National Public Health Week.

Commissioners unveil new development center in East Camden

On Thursday, the Board of Commissioners and the Saint Joseph’s Carpenter Society (SJCS) introduced a new workforce development center and community space in East Camden.

Senator Testa mourns victims of Millville fire tragedy

State Senator Michael Testa released a statement expressing his condolences and sympathies following the tragic fire in Millville.

Authorities alert EBT card holders in Camden County about skimming device theft

The Camden County Board of Social Services has issued a warning to the public about an increase in skimming devices and theft of Families First Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card benefits in the area.

Donald Norcross addresses community aid and opposes cuts to social programs

By Garden State Times | Apr 9, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross, serving New Jersey’s 1st district, shared information about local utility assistance events and communicated his opposition to proposed cuts in social benefit programs.

Bucco supports $5M NJEDA aid for Morris County businesses after Route 80 sinkhole

By Garden State Times | Apr 9, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco expressed his support for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's recent approval of the Route 80 Business Assistance Grant Program.

Camden County authority receives NJDEP award for sewer and flood improvements

On April 8, 2025, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) awarded the Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA) the Our Water’s Worth It Award.

Camden County issues Code Blue Advisory due to dangerous low temperatures

The Camden County Office of Emergency Management has issued a Code Blue Advisory effective from 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, to 7 a.m. on Wednesday, April 9.

Officials open Six Day Race at Cooper River Park

On Monday, the Board of Commissioners launched the Six Day Race, an ultra-marathon organized by Endless Endurance.

Camden leaders discuss economic growth at annual event

Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. and Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen attended the annual City of Camden Economic Development event alongside local stakeholders.

Road closure planned for Potter Street in Haddonfield due to PSE&G work

PSE&G will conduct work on Potter Street in Haddonfield, leading to a partial road closure.

Norcross advocates for workers' rights and criticizes Trump on Medicaid policy

Representative Donald Norcross advocates for legislation aiding workers and criticizes Medicaid policy changes via social media posts dated April 7 and 8, 2025.

New Jersey sees 5 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024

By Garden State Times | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, five H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Public Administration industry located in New Jersey, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.