April 4 Jigsaw Puzzle

Apparently it is the National Day of this vegetable of which New Jersey is a top producer. Who knew? https://jigex.com/i6LyV

Another successful Black History Program in Swedesboro

SWEDESBORO — On Feb. 25, hundreds of excited people experienced the joy and beauty of African-American culture at the Annual Swedesboro Black History Program held at First Baptist Church in Swedesboro. This free community program, sponsored by HELP, Inc., exceeded expectations with music, dance, and drama by some of the Delaware Valley’s best performers. “Wow! […]

East Greenwich Shred Event, Saturday April 20 

MICKLETON — The East Greenwich Twp. Environmental Commission and Green Team in cooperation with the Board of County Commissioners are sponsoring an open shredding event on Saturday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Garage located at 96 East Rattling Run Road, Mickleton. As an added bonus free tree seedlings will be […]

April is National Gardening Month so it’s time to get dirty!

Happy Spring! April is National Gardening Month, and the towns hope that you sign up for the local community gardens this year. If you are interested in starting your own personal garden, this is the month to do it! Gardening offers a plethora of benefits, both tangible and intangible, that contribute to overall well-being and […]

KINGS HIGHWAY PAVING PROJECT

SWEDESBORO — According to Swedesboro Mayor Tom Fromm, paving of Kingsway Highway from Church Street to the Roundabout is scheduled to begin this Spring. No further details on this are available at this time.

DUFFY WINS BIG AGAIN

SWEDESBORO — Ryan Duffy, of Swedesboro, won the 800m freshman race at the New Balance Indoor Track and Field National Championships in Boston MA on March 8. He beat out over 80 athletes that qualified from around the United States and Canada. Duffy has 11 prior national titles in track, cross country, and road racing […]

Boro approves 80 unit housing development; sells downtown property

SWEDESBORO – On March 13, the Swedesboro Planning/Zoning Board gave final approval for an 80 unit residential housing development to be built on Water Street in Swedesboro by Conifer Realty LLC. This is affordable housing and according to Swedesboro Mayor Tom Fromm, they are working on setting aside eight units for veterans, to be managed […]

Gloucester County Library System Programs and Events for April 2024

Glassboro Library 101 Rowan Blvd. 856-881-0011 Children’s Programs: Storytime: Monday and Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Family Storytime featuring stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 2 to 8. Baby Storytime: Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Short books, sing-a-longs, and play for babies and their caretakers. Ages 0 to 2. Amazing Art: Thursday, April 4, 4 p.m. Come out an create […]

Save the Date – Fall Craft Fair, Oct. 19

WOOLWICH TWP. — The Aged to Perfection senior group is announcing their Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Woolwich Township Municipal Building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost for all vendors is $10 per table and $5 for each additional standing display. Please make checks payable to “Aged to Perfection”. […]