Clifford School installs picture communication boards to make recess more inclusive

SWEDESBORO — The Margaret Clifford School’s (MCS) playground recently became more inclusive by installing communication boards for students who struggle with language. These boards help students express their needs to peers and teachers by pointing to images. Images such as “Go,” “Your turn,” “I want slide,” and “Stop,” represent choices that can be used to […]

My Furry Valentine pet adoption event

CLAYTON — This Valentine’s Day residents have the opportunity to fall in love with a new furry friend during the Gloucester County Animal Shelter’s (GCAS) My Furry Valentine adoption event taking place on Feb. 14. On Friday, Feb. 14 from noon to 4 p.m., dogs and cats five years old and younger will have their […]

See, hear, and feel history come alive during Swedesboro’s Black History Program

SWEDESBORO — Soul stirring gospel music, fabulous jazz band, professional dramatizations, historic tours, and more will occur at the Swedesboro Black History Program on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 3 p.m. at the Frist Baptist Church on Auburn Road in Swedesboro. This mega celebration will cause audience members to “touch, hear, see, and feel history.” The […]

Bill McAllister Named Edward Jones Principal

SWEDESBORO — Bill McAllister, who has served as an Edward Jones financial advisor in Swedesboro the past 14 years, has been named a principal with the firm’s holding company, The Jones Financial Companies, LLLP. He was one of 58 individuals chosen from more than 50,000 associates across the United States and Canada to join the […]

February issue Obituaries

DENELSBECK — Beatrice I. Denelsbeck (nee Russell) age 77 years of Mickleton died Dec. 14, 2019 in Inspira Hospital, Woodbury. Mrs. Denelsbeck was born and raised in Camden and in ninth grade moved to Audubon. After high school she worked as a file clerk for the FBI in Philadelphia. She then married and was a […]

BEREZNAI ~ BOVE

Mr. and Mrs. Steve and Jeannie Bereznai of Woolwich Township are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Cara Jean, to Christopher Peter Bove, son of Louis and Jennifer Bove of Pottstown, PA. Cara, currently of Nashua, NH, is a graduate of Kingsway Regional High School and holds a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering […]

Sometimes what you DON’T add to a recipe makes it special

There is almost certain to be a special someone or several in your circle of family and friends who is on the diet-du-jour. Or on a diet for health. With Valentine’s Day and Easter around the corner, you can show you care with an extra effort to offer homemade treats designed just for them. Here […]

SAVE THE DATE!!! SPAGHETTI DINNER, FEB. 15

CLARKSBORO – A Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Zion Community Church. Zion’s Outreach and Evangelism Committee invites you to enjoy an evening of fellowship and dinner in Asbury Fellowship Hall.  This annual event funds future activities such as our annual Palm Sunday Easter Egg […]

Logan Library Happenings Branch of Gloucester County Library System Library phone number (856) 241-0202. Spread the Love – Food for Fines- $1 off your eligible GCLS late fees for each item donated. In conjunction with Gloucester County Cares About Hunger food drive. See library for details. Feb. 14 – 28. Adult Programs- Please register for […]

AGED TO PERFECTION: If you are over 55 years of age and reside in Woolwich or Swedesboro join us. We are an active senior group enjoying common interests, games and outings. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Woolwich Township Municipal Building. New members are welcome. […]