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Burlington County invites residents to celebrate the season during Winterfest at Historic Smithville

Historic Smithville Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland of fun and holiday magic during the upcoming Winterfest celebration.

The festival of all things winter will be held at Smithville on Saturday, December 10, from 1 PM to 7 PM and will fea...

Burlington County helps with home makeover for veteran's widow

The holidays came early for the widow of a decorated U.S. Army veteran, whose home received a special pre-Thanksgiving makeover courtesy of the Burlington County Division of Military Veteran Affairs, The Home Depot Foundation, and the Patriot Fund.&nb...

Burlington County to apply for share of $10 million state funding for 911 centers

Burlington County is seeking state funding to help make additional improvements to its emergency communications system.

The County Commissioners voted Wednesday to authorize the Burlington County Department of Information Technology to prepare and submit a...

Burlington County encouraging schools and groups to participate in plastic film recycling program

Burlington County is partnering with the Trex Company to make it easier for local schools and community groups to recycle plastic film products.

Schools and community groups collecting plastic bags and film as part of Trex Plastic Film Recycling Challenge ...

Burlington County collecting paper and plastics this Sunday during final shredding event of 2022

Burlington County residents have one more opportunity to safely dispose of confidential papers during the County’s final shredding event of 2022.

The final 2022 shredding event will be held this Sunday, November 20, from 9 AM to 1 PM, at the Burl...

Outstanding farmers market season to conclude with Holiday Market days

The Burlington County Farmers Market is finishing another hugely successful season with two special Holiday Market days where residents can find fresh, locally grown produce, delicious seasonal foods and handmade crafts.

This year’s Holiday Marke...

Burlington County Commissioners approve contract for work on 17 county roads in 13 towns

The Burlington County Commissioners approved a new contract for road resurfacing work that will help maintain transportation infrastructure and save significant tax dollars.

The approved vendor was awarded a $12.2 million contract to repave just over 34 mi...

Burlington County Clerk unveils new webpage for live Election Results

Burlington County residents will be able to find election results sooner and in a more user-friendly format on the Burlington County website.

Thanks to a software upgrade, the Burlington County Clerk’s Office will be able to post unofficial election result...

Burlington County Sheriff’s Department partnering with Burlington City Police to distribute toys

The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with the Burlington City Police Department to distribute new toys and household goods as part of the local force’s community policing initiatives.

The new partnership kicked off F...

Burlington County Commissioners encouraging residents to help honor local veterans

Although Veteran’s Day is observed on November 11, Burlington County residents don’t need to wait until then to honor the men and women who served selflessly in our nation’s Armed Forces.

“November 11 may be set asid...

Burlington County Commissioners celebrate opening of new Arney’s Mount Trail

Burlington County has a new addition to its regional trails network and it features Arney’s Mount, the county’s highest elevation.

The County Commissioners celebrated the new Arney’s Mount Trail on Tuesday with a ribbon-cuttin...

Burlington County Commissioners honoring local businesses operating 100 years or longer

Burlington County is a premier destination to live, work and run a business, and the Burlington County Commissioners have launched a new initiative that recognizes local businesses that have called the county home for a century or longer.

The Commissioners...

Burlington County creating grant program to support affordable housing

The Burlington County Commissioners approved the creation of a new grant program to support the development of much-needed affordable housing in the county.

The Board voted Wednesday to appropriate $3 million of the County’s federal American Resc...

Burlington County advances critical road improvements in Burlington Township, Florence

Burlington County is advancing new transportation improvements to reduce congestion and guide truck traffic away from residential neighborhoods in Florence and Burlington Township.

The Burlington County Commissioners voted Wednesday to authorize contracts ...

Substantial savings expected from Burlington County move to electronic procurement system

Burlington County is moving to an electronic procurement system that is expected to make its contracting and purchasing processes more efficient and yield savings that will benefit county taxpayers.

The County plans to switch to an e-procurement system fro...

Burlington County COVID vaccination clinics will offer new bivalent boosters to children 5 and up

Children as young as 5 years-old can now receive the new COVID-19 bivalent booster shots at the Burlington County Health Department’s weekly vaccine clinics starting October 26.

The new updated boosters from Pfizer and Moderna offer stro...

Burlington County Clerk’s Office now offering Gold Star Family IDs

The Burlington County Clerk’s Office is now issuing Gold Star Family identification cards to the spouses, domestic partners, civil union partners and children of military members who died while serving on active duty with the U.S. Armed Forces.

Burlington ...

Burlington County to use federal funds to extend COVID-19 services and support essential workers

Burlington County plans to use some of its American Rescue Plan Act funds to compensate frontline County workers who have provided essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“From the very beginning of the pandemic, our County has done ever...

Burlington County receives top rating for transportation infrastructure improvements

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission has awarded Burlington County its best grade for using grants for improving County roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure.

The Commission assessed the County’s performance as part o...

Burlington County defies trends by keeping health insurance rates stable

The Burlington County Commissioners announced that strong financial management will spare County employees from having to face large health insurance premium hikes next year.

The new 2023 fiscal year budget adopted by the Burlington County Insurance Commis...

Deputy Director highlights county affordability and aid for businesses at State of the County dinner

Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Tom Pullion delivered the keynote address at the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the County dinner to the assembled business and community leaders, emphasizing that ...

Burlington County offering flu shots on Thursdays now through January 3

With the start of the seasonal flu season fast approaching and the danger of overlapping infections of influenza and COVID-19, Burlington County health officials are encouraging residents to obtain their seasonal flu vaccine as soon as possible.

To assist ...

Burlington County offering new Omicron-specific boosters at upcoming vaccine clinics

The Burlington County Health Department is launching new community vaccine clinics to bring COVID-19 shots back into local communities, including the new bivalent boosters aimed at older COVID-19 viral strains and newer Omicron variants.

The new updated bo...

Burlington County Commissioners celebrate opening of first segment of the Rancocas Greenway Trail

No matter if your preference is to walk, run, bike, hike or roll, you can expect to be amazed by Burlington County’s newest regional trail.

The Rancocas Greenway Trail between Amico Island and Pennington Park offers a mix of outdoor recreation an...

Burlington County Commissioners agree to help fund new playground at Burlington County Special Servi

The Burlington County Special Services School District will be able to renovate the playground at its Westampton Campus thanks to an agreement with the Burlington County Commissioners to help fund the project.

The County Commissioners approved a cost-share...

Burlington County Commissioners announce new initiative to upgrade and expand broadband networks

The Burlington County Commissioners are taking action to help bridge the digital divide and make Burlington County into one of America’s most connected destinations.

The Commissioners voted last week to adopt a resolution directing the County Department of...

Burlington County Commissioners rename park to reflect farming history

One of Burlington County’s most scenic parks is getting a new name that pays tribute to its farming history.

The Burlington County Commissioners approved renaming Laurel Run Park in Delran to Rainbow Meadow Park in recognition of the former peach...

Burlington County unveils U.S. flag retirement box at Administration Building

Today is Flag Day and the Burlington County Commissioners celebrated in a special way: unveiling a new United States flag retirement box.

The official flag retirement box is located on the first floor of the Burlington County Administration Building at 49 ...

Burlington County website gets new look

The Burlington County website has a new look that’s easier for residents to navigate when searching for information about County programs, resources and news.

The redesigned website (www.co.burlington.nj.us ) launched Wednesday and features a cleaner look,...

Burlington County Animal Shelter celebrates adoption of its longest resident

Every dog has its day, and Dash finally had his.

The 6-year-old American pit bull terrier had been the Burlington County Animal Shelter’s longest resident, with nearly two years spent there. But Dash’s long wait for a loving, forever ho...

Burlington County encouraging residents to sign up for emergency alerts

The Burlington County Commissioners are encouraging residents to register on the Department of Public Safety’s CivicReady Emergency Alert system to receive real-time alerts and notifications about severe weather, fires, power outages, floods, road closure...