Posted on: November 21, 2023
The AIDS Memorial Quilt is returning to Burlington County for the first time in five years and it is receiving some new panels from Burlington County residents who lost loved ones to the disease.
The new panels and other sections of the quilt wil...
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Posted on: November 20, 2023
Burlington County is starting resurfacing sections of Burlington-Bustleton Road this week as part of its State Funded Overlay Program.
Pavement milling and overlay work on a 1.4-mile section of the highway, also known as County Route 661, from the Burlingt...
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Posted on: November 16, 2023
The Burlington County Farmers Market is wrapping up another hugely successful season with two special Holiday Market days where residents can purchase fresh, locally grown produce, seasonal foods and homemade crafts before the holidays.
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Posted on: November 15, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners announced the latest County Funded Overlay Program will begin this week with repaving on a section of Camden Avenue in Maple Shade and Moorestown.
A total of 8.6 miles of roadway in six municipalities will be milled and ...
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Posted on: November 14, 2023
The Burlington County Sheriff’s Office is once again collecting toys for children in need this holiday season and is aiming to make this year’s toy drive its most successful ever.
The Sheriff’s 28th Annual Holiday To...
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Posted on: November 14, 2023
Get ready to deck the halls and fa-la-la because Winterfest is returning to Historic Smithville Park.
The festival celebrating all things winter will be held on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 1 PM to 7 PM on the grounds of Smithville Park, 803 Smithville Road, Eas...
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Posted on: November 3, 2023
Demonstrating the ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing Burlington County’s carbon footprint, the Burlington County Bridge Commission celebrated the successful completion of its second annual Tree Planting Initiative.
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Posted on: November 2, 2023
Burlington County is starting to plan for a new regional trail project that will connect three County parks, while boosting pedestrian and bicycle safety on Route 130, one of New Jersey’s most dangerous roads.
The proposed Route 130 Crossing proj...
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Posted on: October 31, 2023
Burlington County is offering the new updated COVID-19 vaccines and boosters to County children 6 months to 11 years-old who may have difficulty obtaining the vaccine from their local pharmacy or doctor’s office.
The Burlington County Health Depa...
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Posted on: October 30, 2023
Big news for pizza lovers (and everyone else too): Burlington County is now collecting pizza boxes as part of its curbside recycling program.
The Burlington County Commissioners announced the new recycling initiative, saying it would benefit both...
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Posted on: October 26, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners joined with State Senator Troy Singleton and other County officials at Historic Smithville Park on Thursday to mark a significant milestone in a County-led initiative to expand free public Wi-Fi to more areas of Burling...
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Posted on: October 26, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners approved 19 nonprofit groups to receive a record total of $315,500 in grant funding this year to support arts programs and initiatives in the county.
The Local Arts grant awards were announced after the Commissioners vot...
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Posted on: October 19, 2023
Burlington County Commissioner Director Felicia Hopson delivered the keynote address at the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the County Dinner this week, emphasizing that the County continues to prioritize affordability and...
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Posted on: October 13, 2023
The Burlington County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols near all houses of worship, including synagogues, mosques, temples and churches, as part of an effort to boost security in the wake of the unprecedented terrorist attacks in Israel.&am...
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Posted on: October 11, 2023
The Burlington County Historic Prison Museum is full of interactive exhibits, storyboards, artifacts and re-creations. But some of the most important relics of life behind bars are on the old stone walls.
Drawings, messages and inscriptions made on the pla...
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Posted on: October 2, 2023
Burlington County is looking to expand its network of accessible walking and biking trails with a study into a possible 50 miles of new paths through central and southern towns like Moorestown, Mount Laurel, Maple Shade, Medford, Evesham, Tabernacle and S...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
Flu season is fast approaching, and with COVID-19 and RSV cases also on the rise, Burlington County Health officials say it’s important for residents to get their seasonal flu vaccine.
To assist residents, the Burlington County Health Department ...
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Posted on: September 5, 2023
Burlington County plans to use federal funding to update police and firefighter training tools and emergency management equipment.
The Burlington County Commissioners voted to appropriate money from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to upgrade the Firear...
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Posted on: August 23, 2023
Burlington County has made changes to its First-Time Homebuyers Program to provide more assistance for income-eligible individuals and families looking to purchase their first home.
The Burlington County Commissioners voted last week to raise the assistanc...
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Posted on: August 17, 2023
Burlington County foodies will have more choices than ever before during the upcoming Burlington County Summer Restaurant Week.
The weeklong celebration of Burlington County restaurants, taverns, food trucks and craft beverage businesses kicks off Sunday w...
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Posted on: August 14, 2023
Burlington County’s Rainbow Meadow Park is in line for a big upgrade that is expected to transform the former peach farm into one of South Jersey’s most scenic and family-friendly outdoor destinations.
The Burlington County Commissioner...
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Posted on: August 10, 2023
Burlington County plans to use federal funding to boost and expand its emergency home repairs program and heater and air-conditioning replacement program so that more low-income homeowners become eligible for assistance.
The Burlington County Commissioners...
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Posted on: July 25, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners are creating a new grant program to assist veteran-owned or military personnel-owned businesses.
The Commissioners announced the new program last Wednesday and voted to issue a Request for Proposals seeking organizations...
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Posted on: June 23, 2023
Interstate 95 is back open thanks, in part, to the diligent recycling of Burlington County residents.
Ultra-light foamed glass aggregate rocks made by AeroAggregates are being used as fill for the I-95 repair, and Burlington County is one of the company&am...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners voted to adopt a 2023 County budget that delivers essential services and programs while still maintaining its status as the most affordable county in the region.
The $240 million budget was unanimously adopted by the Com...
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Posted on: February 15, 2023
The Burlington County Commissioners approved an agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to allow U.S. service members to work and train with the County before leaving active service.
The Burlington County Department of Public Safety will&...
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