Posted on: June 28, 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 5th year, the publication’s 2022 study examined nearly 3,000 communities – primarily ...
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Posted on: June 23, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 22, 2022
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.
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Posted on: June 16, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 15, 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...
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Posted on: June 14, 2022
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 ...
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Posted on: June 14, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 13, 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...
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Posted on: June 9, 2022
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 ...
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Posted on: June 8, 2022
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,...
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Posted on: June 6, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 6, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 6, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 2, 2022
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...
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Posted on: June 1, 2022
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...
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
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.
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
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...
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Posted on: May 23, 2022
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...
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Posted on: May 18, 2022
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” ...
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Posted on: May 18, 2022
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...
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
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.
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Posted on: April 28, 2022
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...
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Posted on: April 27, 2022
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...
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Posted on: April 14, 2022
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...
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Posted on: April 14, 2022
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...
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Posted on: April 13, 2022
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...
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Posted on: March 25, 2022
The Burlington County Office on Aging commemorated the 50th 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...
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Posted on: March 25, 2022
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...
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Posted on: March 24, 2022
– 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...
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Posted on: March 22, 2022
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...
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Posted on: March 17, 2022
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.
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Posted on: March 16, 2022
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...
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Posted on: March 3, 2022
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...
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Posted on: February 25, 2022
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...
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Posted on: December 20, 2021
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...
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Posted on: November 12, 2021
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...
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Posted on: October 1, 2021
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...
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