B’NAI OPEN HOUSE SERVICE, SEPT. 9

SEWELL — Congregation B’nai Tikvah Beth Israel in Sewell is welcoming visitors to an Open House Shabbat service on Friday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m., followed by a social hour and refreshments. Come see what we’re all about. RSVP is optional. To RSVP or if you have questions, contact Chuck Nappen, membership chairperson, at cnappen@hotmail.com. […]

EAST GREENWICH SHRED EVENT, OCT. 15

MICKLETON — Let’s get ready to shred at the East Greenwich Shred Event, Oct.15. Sponsored by The East Greenwich Twp. Environmental Commission and Green Team in cooperation with the Board of County Commissioners, the open shredding event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Municipal Building, 159 Democrat Road in Mickleton. […]

Kingsway Students Prepare for Upcoming School Year

As the clock winds down on summer vacation, Kingsway students are set to return to school on Wednesday, Sept. 7. While classes have not started yet, the Dragon community has come together to prepare for the upcoming year this past month in a few ways. Kingsway holds a one-day high school transition camp each year […]

Prepare Yourself To Have Fun On Swedesboro Day, Sept. 24

SWEDESBORO — It’s back and better than ever. Swedesboro Woolwich Day will take place on Saturday, Sept. 24 in downtown Swedesboro along Kings Highway. This beloved community celebration immediately follows the Dragon Run 5K and continues until 4 p.m. Kings Highway will transform into a walkable wonderland complete with crafters, artisans, local businesses, and delicious […]

This is what sports and community are all about

“While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about”. One can witness these words in action on any summer day you walk into the Peachwood Swim Club during swim team practice. The kids on the team are not only teammates but friends and each other’s […]

ST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH PREPARES FOR A NEW SEASON

CLARKSBORO — Now that the last days of summer are coming to an end, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Clarksboro has a full schedule of events planned for the fall. We are a growing congregation with new families joining us every week. These are families of all ages, many with young children ranging from infants […]

September 2022 Issue

JACOBSEN — Charles R. Jacobsen, 75, of Woolwich Township, passed away July 19 at Manor Care Center in W. Deptford, NJ. Born in Perth Amboy, he resided in Woolwich Township for the past 10 years, coming from Edison, NJ. He was an Army Veteran and had worked for Spex Certiprep, in Metuchen, NJ as a […]

Gloucester County Library System (GCLS) systemwide August Happenings

Registration requested for all programs at www.gcls.org/calendar  or call the individual branch. Please be sure to check the GCLS website for program changes. If you have questions, do not hesitate to call the main branch library at 856-223-6050. Adult Programs:  Board & Card Games: Thursdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1 p.m., Logan […]

SENIORS OF THE MONTH FOR MAY

Erin Gray, daughter of David and Kelly Gray of Woolwich Township. School Activities:  Erin is a member of the Math Club and is also President, Varsity Field Hockey Captain, Student Council Executive Board Vice President, Varsity Track & Field, Student Ambassador Executive Board Chairman of Tutoring, and member of the S.T.E.M. Academy. Out of School […]

Food Drive To Benefit Angel’s Community Outreach

CLARKSBORO — Unlike prior food drives hosted by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Clarksboro, September’s Contactless Food will benefit The Angel’s Community Outreach in Pitman rather than The Blessing Store in Clarksboro. The Contactless Food Drive will take place at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 304 Kings Highway, Clarksboro on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. […]