Burlington County listed among 500 healthiest communities in America for 2022

Burlington County was once again judged to be among the healthiest places to live in America, according to the latest rankings from U.S. News and World Report.

Now in its 5^th year, the publication’s 2022 study examined nearly 3,000 communities – primarily ...

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 schedules special vaccine clinics for young children

Two COVID-19 vaccines are now authorized for children under the age of 5 and the Burlington County Health Department is ready to help get them vaccinated at four special clinics scheduled over the next two weeks.

Burlington County Health Department Directo...

Health Department creates online dashboard with lakes testing results

The Burlington County Health Department has created a new online dashboard listing the results of fecal coliform bacteria tests at recreational lakes throughout the county.

The Public Recreational Bathing Water Testing dashboard launched this month on the ...

New flood alert system installed on Burlington County highway

The Burlington County Commissioners have made driving safer in rural Washington Township by deploying a new flood notification system to alert motorists about possible flood conditions on a stretch of County highway near the Mullica River.

The state-of-the...

Restaurant Week

The Burlington County Commissioners and New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton are excited to announce the return of Burlington County Restaurant Week this summer, saying the week-long celebration of local restaurants and eateries is poised to become the Count...

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 ...

Clerk Joanne Schwartz inviting couples to get married for free at Burlington County Farm Fair

Burlington County couples interested in getting married in a memorable way, with horses, goats, pigs and other farm animals among the witnesses, carnival rides and games as entertainment and the aroma of kettle corn in the air. Well, you are in luck.

Burli...

Burlington County leaders deliver donated supplies to domestic violence shelter

A spring donation drive organized by the Burlington County Commissioners, New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton and the Burlington County Sheriff’s Department for Catholic Charities Providence House Domestic Violence Services was once again a big su...

Burlington County Restaurant Week 2022

The Burlington County Commissioners and New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton are excited to announce the return of Burlington County Restaurant Week this summer, saying the week-long celebration of local restaurants and eateries is poised to become the Count...

Burlington County forms advisory council to develop plans for spending opioid settlement funds

The Burlington County Commissioners announced the creation of a new advisory committee to help develop plans for how Burlington County will use its share of opioid epidemic settlement funds.

Approximately $13.6 million is expected to be paid to Burlington ...

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 Farmers Market

The Burlington County Farmers Market is open weekly every Saturday from 8:30AM until 1PM. The market is located at the Burlington County Agricultural Center, 500 Centerton Road in Moorestown. Every week there is live music and a free cooking demo in the f...

June is Pride Month

June is recognized as Pride Month. This month is dedicated to those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Burlington County is proud to support the diversity of our County!Did you know that NJ became the fourth state in the nation to re...

Summer Program Guide

The Burlington County Parks are the places to be this summer! With a packed schedule of events and programs, residents will be engaged, entertained and enlightened, no matter your age or interests.

“Summer is an exciting season to visit a Burling...

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...

Concerts Under the Stars

Come enjoy live music with the family! The Music in the Park Series will be held at Smithville Park, located at 803 Smithville Road in Eastampton, starting on Friday, July 15. Chairs and Blankets can be set out at 4PM or later. First act begins at 6PM. Se...

Commissioners welcome U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

The Burlington County Commissioners helped greet U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg during his visit to Burlington County Friday to learn how funding from the bipartisan infrastructure law will benefit local communities and small businesses.

Cong...

Health Department reminds residents to get tested, get boosted

COVID-19 cases are on the rise, prompting the Burlington County Health Department to urge caution and remind residents that testing, vaccines and booster shots are still accessible at County testing and vaccination sites.

“We’re seeing a rise in local COVI...

Commissioners invite residents to submit artwork for 2022 Senior Art Show

The Burlington County Commissioners are encouraging seniors to submit artwork for the upcoming Burlington County Senior Art Show.

The annual exhibit is organized by the Burlington County Office on Aging, the Burlington County Department of Human Services a...

Burlington County Animal Shelter receives helping hand from Lenape High School JROTC

The dogs and cats at the Burlington County Animal Shelter recently received some extra love and attention from a group of Lenape High School students.

The high school’s Army Junior Reserve Training Corps (JROTC) organized a special “Help Cadets Help Pets” ...

Commissioners announce winners of County’s first Juried Short Film Festival

Burlington County’s first Juried Short Film Festival concluded last Friday night following two evenings of entertaining screenings, and the Burlington County Commissioners announced that 11 films were selected as this year’s award winners.

The winners were...

Burlington County COVID-19 Dashboard

Click here for the Burlington County COVID-19 Dashboard

Burlington County Farmers Market ready to kick off 16th season

The Burlington County Commissioners are inviting residents from across the county and beyond to participate in what has become a popular spring rite of passage: Opening Day of the Burlington County Farmers’ Market.

Last year was the most successful season ...

Burlington County Commissioners Welcome Allison Eckel as Newest Member

The Burlington County Commissioners welcomed Allison Eckel as the newest member on Wednesday, saying they looked forward to collaborating with her to continue to deliver fiscally sound government that is responsive to county residents’ needs.

“Our Board ha...

Rowan College at Burlington County joins the Burlington County Stigma-Free County initiative

Rowan College at Burlington County, New Jersey’s top-ranked community college, is going stigma-free.

The college joined with the Burlington County Commissioners, the Burlington County Department of Human Services, and the Burlington County Coalition for He...

Commissioners adopt 2022 budget that maintains affordability, quality of life

The Burlington County Commissioners voted to approve a 2022 County Budget that continues to fund critical programs and services, while also maintaining the county’s status as the most affordable in the region.

The $230.3 million budget was unanimously appr...

Commissioners, Congressman Kim congratulate Palmyra Cove STEM intern for award-winning work

Sriram Elango is no ordinary high school student.

If computer software engineering was a varsity sport, the Cinnaminson High School junior would be an All-American superstar, celebrated as the Lebron James of coding. Instead, the 17-year-old teen devotes m...

Health Department making vaccines and boosters available to homebound residents

The Burlington County Health Department continues to make COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots accessible to certain homebound residents where they live and is encouraging homebound or their caregivers to make an appointment for an at-home vaccination.

Near...

Burlington County encouraging seniors to visit a nutrition site

The Burlington County Office on Aging commemorated the 50^th Anniversary of the landmark Older Americans Act Nutrition Program this week and reminded county seniors that healthy meals and the opportunity to socialize with neighbors and other community memb...

Commissioners congratulate new RCBC Board of Trustees Chair Robin Walton

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners applauded the selection of Robin A. Walton as the new chair of the Rowan College at Burlington County Board of Trustees, saying the Trustees’ choice will usher in a new era of strong leadership at the county co...

Burlington County awarded nearly $200,000 for Sheriff's traffic safety programs

– The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department announced three grant awards totaling $194,000 to support the Department’s traffic safety initiatives throughout the county.

The grants were awarded to the County by the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Sa...

Commissioner Director O’Connell delivers keynote address at Chamber of Commerce of Southern NJ event

Burlington County Commissioner Dan O’Connell announced the County will continue to offer businesses assistance and services even as they emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.

Speaking to business leaders from across the region at the Chamber of Commerce of Sout...

Burlington County Library System celebrates grand opening of new Pinelands Library Branch

The new Pinelands Library is open and the Burlington County Commissioners and the Burlington County Library System held a celebration Wednesday in the new state-of-the-art space and honored the library branch’s history of outstanding service.

Residents of ...

Dog rescued from NJ Turnpike finds new home after two-month shelter stay

Clifford, a big hound dog who was rescued from the side of the New Jersey Turnpike last December, has found a new forever home after spending most of the last two months at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.

Lisa Yochim, of Absecon, Atlantic County, ado...

Sheriff’s Department offering child safety seat inspections

The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department is making it easier for parents to ensure child safety seats are properly installed in their vehicles.

The Department will perform safety seat inspections every Wednesday from 10 AM to 2 PM and from 5 PM...

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...

Clerk’s Office launches property fraud alert system

Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz and the Burlington County Commissioners are pleased to announce the launch of a new online service intended to alert residents of potential identity theft or fraud.

The new Property Fraud Alert System allows resident...

Burlington County recognized as one of New Jersey’s best communities for veterans

Burlington County’s outstanding record of honoring and supporting veterans and their families was recognized by Gov. Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs on Thursday when the County was presented a New Jersey Governor...

COVID-19 Self-Checker

Click here for the Symptom Checker

This self-assessment tool can help protect you and your loved ones by offering guidance on when to seek medical care and when to get tested for COVID-19.This tool is designed to help you make decisions about seeking appro...

Burlington County listed among 500 healthiest communities in America for 2022

Burlington County was once again judged to be among the healthiest places to live in America, according to the latest rankings from U.S. News and World Report.

Now in its 5^th year, the publication’s 2022 study examined nearly 3,000 communities – primarily ...

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 schedules special vaccine clinics for young children

Two COVID-19 vaccines are now authorized for children under the age of 5 and the Burlington County Health Department is ready to help get them vaccinated at four special clinics scheduled over the next two weeks.

Burlington County Health Department Directo...

New flood alert system installed on Burlington County highway

The Burlington County Commissioners have made driving safer in rural Washington Township by deploying a new flood notification system to alert motorists about possible flood conditions on a stretch of County highway near the Mullica River.

The state-of-the...

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 ...

Clerk Joanne Schwartz inviting couples to get married for free at Burlington County Farm Fair

Burlington County couples interested in getting married in a memorable way, with horses, goats, pigs and other farm animals among the witnesses, carnival rides and games as entertainment and the aroma of kettle corn in the air. Well, you are in luck.

Burli...

Summer Program Guide

The Burlington County Parks are the places to be this summer! With a packed schedule of events and programs, residents will be engaged, entertained and enlightened, no matter your age or interests.

“Summer is an exciting season to visit a Burling...

Burlington County Restaurant Week 2022

The Burlington County Commissioners and New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton are excited to announce the return of Burlington County Restaurant Week this summer, saying the week-long celebration of local restaurants and eateries is poised to become the Count...

Burlington County leaders deliver donated supplies to domestic violence shelter

A spring donation drive organized by the Burlington County Commissioners, New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton and the Burlington County Sheriff’s Department for Catholic Charities Providence House Domestic Violence Services was once again a big su...

Health Department creates online dashboard with lakes testing results

The Burlington County Health Department has created a new online dashboard listing the results of fecal coliform bacteria tests at recreational lakes throughout the county.

The Public Recreational Bathing Water Testing dashboard launched this month on the ...

Burlington County forms advisory council to develop plans for spending opioid settlement funds

The Burlington County Commissioners announced the creation of a new advisory committee to help develop plans for how Burlington County will use its share of opioid epidemic settlement funds.

Approximately $13.6 million is expected to be paid to Burlington ...

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...

Health Department reminds residents to get tested, get boosted

COVID-19 cases are on the rise, prompting the Burlington County Health Department to urge caution and remind residents that testing, vaccines and booster shots are still accessible at County testing and vaccination sites.

“We’re seeing a rise in local COVI...

Commissioners welcome U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

The Burlington County Commissioners helped greet U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg during his visit to Burlington County Friday to learn how funding from the bipartisan infrastructure law will benefit local communities and small businesses.

Cong...

Commissioners invite residents to submit artwork for 2022 Senior Art Show

The Burlington County Commissioners are encouraging seniors to submit artwork for the upcoming Burlington County Senior Art Show.

The annual exhibit is organized by the Burlington County Office on Aging, the Burlington County Department of Human Services a...

Burlington County Farmers Market ready to kick off 16th season

The Burlington County Commissioners are inviting residents from across the county and beyond to participate in what has become a popular spring rite of passage: Opening Day of the Burlington County Farmers’ Market.

Last year was the most successful season ...

Commissioners announce winners of County’s first Juried Short Film Festival

Burlington County’s first Juried Short Film Festival concluded last Friday night following two evenings of entertaining screenings, and the Burlington County Commissioners announced that 11 films were selected as this year’s award winners.

The winners were...

Burlington County Animal Shelter receives helping hand from Lenape High School JROTC

The dogs and cats at the Burlington County Animal Shelter recently received some extra love and attention from a group of Lenape High School students.

The high school’s Army Junior Reserve Training Corps (JROTC) organized a special “Help Cadets Help Pets” ...

Burlington County Commissioners Welcome Allison Eckel as Newest Member

The Burlington County Commissioners welcomed Allison Eckel as the newest member on Wednesday, saying they looked forward to collaborating with her to continue to deliver fiscally sound government that is responsive to county residents’ needs.

“Our Board ha...

Rowan College at Burlington County joins the Burlington County Stigma-Free County initiative

Rowan College at Burlington County, New Jersey’s top-ranked community college, is going stigma-free.

The college joined with the Burlington County Commissioners, the Burlington County Department of Human Services, and the Burlington County Coalition for He...

Commissioners adopt 2022 budget that maintains affordability, quality of life

The Burlington County Commissioners voted to approve a 2022 County Budget that continues to fund critical programs and services, while also maintaining the county’s status as the most affordable in the region.

The $230.3 million budget was unanimously appr...

Health Department making vaccines and boosters available to homebound residents

The Burlington County Health Department continues to make COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots accessible to certain homebound residents where they live and is encouraging homebound or their caregivers to make an appointment for an at-home vaccination.

Near...

Commissioners, Congressman Kim congratulate Palmyra Cove STEM intern for award-winning work

Sriram Elango is no ordinary high school student.

If computer software engineering was a varsity sport, the Cinnaminson High School junior would be an All-American superstar, celebrated as the Lebron James of coding. Instead, the 17-year-old teen devotes m...

Burlington County encouraging seniors to visit a nutrition site

The Burlington County Office on Aging commemorated the 50^th Anniversary of the landmark Older Americans Act Nutrition Program this week and reminded county seniors that healthy meals and the opportunity to socialize with neighbors and other community memb...

Commissioners congratulate new RCBC Board of Trustees Chair Robin Walton

The Burlington County Board of Commissioners applauded the selection of Robin A. Walton as the new chair of the Rowan College at Burlington County Board of Trustees, saying the Trustees’ choice will usher in a new era of strong leadership at the county co...

Burlington County awarded nearly $200,000 for Sheriff's traffic safety programs

– The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department announced three grant awards totaling $194,000 to support the Department’s traffic safety initiatives throughout the county.

The grants were awarded to the County by the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Sa...

Commissioner Director O’Connell delivers keynote address at Chamber of Commerce of Southern NJ event

Burlington County Commissioner Dan O’Connell announced the County will continue to offer businesses assistance and services even as they emerge from the COVID-19 crisis.

Speaking to business leaders from across the region at the Chamber of Commerce of Sout...

Burlington County Library System celebrates grand opening of new Pinelands Library Branch

The new Pinelands Library is open and the Burlington County Commissioners and the Burlington County Library System held a celebration Wednesday in the new state-of-the-art space and honored the library branch’s history of outstanding service.

Residents of ...

Dog rescued from NJ Turnpike finds new home after two-month shelter stay

Clifford, a big hound dog who was rescued from the side of the New Jersey Turnpike last December, has found a new forever home after spending most of the last two months at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.

Lisa Yochim, of Absecon, Atlantic County, ado...

Sheriff’s Department offering child safety seat inspections

The Burlington County Sheriff’s Department is making it easier for parents to ensure child safety seats are properly installed in their vehicles.

The Department will perform safety seat inspections every Wednesday from 10 AM to 2 PM and from 5 PM...

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...

Clerk’s Office launches property fraud alert system

Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz and the Burlington County Commissioners are pleased to announce the launch of a new online service intended to alert residents of potential identity theft or fraud.

The new Property Fraud Alert System allows resident...

Burlington County recognized as one of New Jersey’s best communities for veterans

Burlington County’s outstanding record of honoring and supporting veterans and their families was recognized by Gov. Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs on Thursday when the County was presented a New Jersey Governor...