Deptford Sun

12/09/2023

Joseph Metz/The Sun The tree lighting was put together by the township parks and recreation department and moved inside the recreation center because of rain.

Deptford hosted its annual tree lighting inside the township recreation center on Dec. 1, drawing hundreds to a free event that ushers in the holiday season.

Deptford hosted its annual tree lighting inside the township recreation center on Dec. 1, drawing hundreds to a free event that ushers in the holiday season. The evening was kicked off by Mayor Paul Medany, who did the honors and lit the tall Christmas tree. The inside of the rec center was decked o...

12/08/2023

VENDORS WANTED: Are you a local business interested in attending our annual South Jersey Kids Expo on March 23 from 11-3 at the Marlton Field House? Email [email protected] today for more information! Please reach out before March 13. Last year's event brought in over 2000 people from around South Jersey, so we are excited to bring this one back!

If you are interested in attending this event as a guest, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/kids24

12/08/2023

Pig avoids the pokey

Sometimes the jokes just write themselves. Deptford officers were dispatched to the area of Tanyard Road and Brenner Drive on Dec. 6 for a report of a loose pig. Through the use of “deescalation” techniques and the latest technology, they apprehended the suspect. He was identified as Albert Eins...

12/08/2023

Joseph Metz/The Sun. Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae (center) talks about the opioid initiative during a press conference on Dec. 1 at Inspira Health in Mullica Hill.

Prosecutors in Cumberland, Salem and Gloucester counties are joining forces on an initiative with the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ)

Prosecutors in Cumberland, Salem and Gloucester counties are joining forces on an initiative with the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) to provide scholarships on safe prescribing practices as part of the battle against opioids abuse in South Jersey. The initiative, announced at a press...

12/07/2023

VENDORS WANTED: Join us at the South Jersey Health and Wellness Expo at Cherry Hill Mall from 11-3 on Saturday, February 17. We are looking for businesses seeking to improve the health of our local community. Email [email protected] for more information. Final deadline is February 10. There are limited spaces available!

If you are interested in attending this FREE event as a guest, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/hw24/

12/07/2023

Competing for business

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12/05/2023

Deptford Calendar from Dec. 13 to Dec. 20

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday Dec. 13 – Senior Bingo at the Deptford Community Center at noon. Susan Kaback Retirement Ceremony at the Deptford Municipal Building at 5:30 p.m. Thursday Dec. 14 – Senior...

12/04/2023

HIRING COMPANIES WANTED: Join Employment Weekly at our next annual Job Fair Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Cherry Hill Mall from 10-2. For more information on how to get involved, email us at [email protected] before January 12th.

If you are interested in attending this event as a job seeker, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/job18

12/03/2023

Veterans Committee host wreath laying ceremony for veterans

The Deptford Township Veterans Committee held a wreath laying ceremony on Nov. 25 at the Veterans Memorial Park. We thank all the members of our military for their service and sacrifice.

12/02/2023

Township swears in officers, honors retiring councilwoman

At its meeting on Nov. 20, Deptford swore in seven police officers – the most during a meeting – and honored Mackenzie Belling for her three years on council. The officers sworn in were Joseph Maillet, Justin Meckhail, Brittany Van Arstale, Devin DeRusso, Luke Duffy, David Hibbert and Jose River...

12/01/2023

Courtesy of MapQuest

Deptford council introduced three ordinances during its Nov. 20 meeting regarding businesses, roll-off containers and property maintenance.

One measure would require companies to maintain their properties in the event of a closing.

Deptford council introduced three ordinances during its Nov. 20 meeting regarding businesses, roll-off containers and property maintenance. One measure would require companies to maintain their properties in the event of a closing. It aims to restrict the boarding up of vacant businesses, which happ...

11/30/2023

Training leaders

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11/29/2023

Deptford Calendar from Dec. 6 to Dec. 13

Events are subject to cancelation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday Dec. 6 – Planning Board meeting at the municipal building’s court room at 6 p.m. Saturday Dec. 9 – Pictures with Santa at the Dog Park at the Deptford Dog Park from 10 a....

11/25/2023

Joseph Metz/The SunA few of the photographs featured in the exhibit include some with nature themes. The show will continue through the end of the year.

A photography exhibit sponsored by Galleria Deptford - its first since COVID - and an artist's reception were held at the township municipal building on Nov. 19.

A photography exhibit sponsored by Galleria Deptford – its first since COVID – and an artist’s reception were held at the township municipal building on Nov. 19. Dozens of photos with a variety of themes were on display on both floors of the municipal building and will remain there through the...

11/23/2023

All the trimmings

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11/21/2023

A library treasure

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11/21/2023

VENDORS WANTED: Join us at the South Jersey Health and Wellness Expo at Cherry Hill Mall from 11-3 on Saturday, February 17. We are looking for businesses seeking to improve the health of our local community. Email [email protected] for more information. Final deadline is February 10. There are limited spaces available!

If you are interested in attending this FREE event as a guest, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/hw24/

11/20/2023

HIRING COMPANIES WANTED: Join Employment Weekly at our next annual Job Fair Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Cherry Hill Mall from 10-2. For more information on how to get involved, email us at [email protected] before January 12th.

If you are interested in attending this event as a job seeker, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/job18

11/19/2023

Deptford Calendar from Nov. 29 to Dec. 6

Events are subject to cancelation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Friday Dec. 1 – Annual Tree Lighting at the Deptford Recreation Center from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday Dec. 4 – Council meeting at the municipal building at 6 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 5 – Zoning ...

11/19/2023

Joseph Metz/The Sun. Deptford school Superintendent Kevin Kanauss presents NJROTC cadet Francis Stark with a certificate and letter recognizing his actions.

A Deptford high-school junior who saved the life of a young teen Boy Scout during a JROTC event was recognized at a meeting of the township board of education on Nov. 14.

A Deptford high-school junior who saved the life of a young teen Boy Scout during a JROTC event was recognized at a meeting of the township board of education on Nov. 14. Francis Stark, a 16-year-old NJROTC cadet master chief, was competing with fellow cadets in an orienteering competition in Delawa...

11/18/2023

Courtesy of Christ Church Woodbury.

The Deptford library's children's librarian will retire at the end of the year after 49 years of service.

Susan Kaback was the library's first children's librarian, starting work there on Oct. 18, 1974, according to Kaback herself.

The Deptford library’s children’s librarian will retire at the end of the year after 49 years of service. Susan Kaback was the library’s first children’s librarian, starting work there on Oct. 18, 1974, according to Kaback herself. “I only worked 20 hours a week from October to April of 19...

11/16/2023

Hailing the vets

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11/16/2023

Pedestrian dies after vehicle accident

A 28-year-old man died on Nov. 12 after being hit by a car in the area of Delsea Drive and Central Avenue in Deptford, police said. The accident happened at about 5:30 a.m. Police were dispatched to the site to find the pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle as he crossed the roadway. The […]

11/15/2023

Deptford Calendar from Nov. 22 to Nov. 29

Events are subject to cancelation. Check in with organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday Nov. 22 – Lego Club at the Deptford Library at 4 p.m. Thursday Nov. 23 – Thanksgiving. Municipal offices and the library are closed. Wednesday Nov. 29 – Lego Club at the Dept...

11/12/2023

‘A fun-filled afternoon’

In order to bring the holidays to seniors, Deptford will host the winter wonderland in the community center’s gym on Thursday, Dec. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. The free event – designed for those 55 and older – will feature Christmas gifts, door prizes, a DJ who will play Christmas music and hold par...

11/11/2023

Vendors turn out for holiday bazaar

Deptford Township hosted its holiday bazaar on Nov. 4 at the community center, an event that drew about 50 craft vendors, according to event coordinator Rosann Foschini. “This is the second year that we’ve done it inside (the community center),” said Foschini. She said about 700 or 800 people ...

11/10/2023

VENDORS WANTED: Join us at the Central Jersey Health and Wellness Expo at Cherry Hill Mall from 11-3 on Saturday, February 17. We are looking for businesses seeking to improve the health of our local community. Email [email protected] for more information. Final deadline is February 10. There are limited spaces available!

If you are interested in attending this FREE event as a guest, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/hw24/

11/10/2023

The Deptford police department and Chief Joe Smith - along with township officials - sponsored an event on Nov. 2 to warn would-be criminals they are not welcome in the community.

Mayor Paul Medany, Public Safety Director Sean Dalton and local businesses were present for the event at the township building.

The Deptford police department and Chief Joe Smith – along with township officials – sponsored an event on Nov. 2 to warn would-be criminals they are not welcome in the community. Mayor Paul Medany, Public Safety Director Sean Dalton and local businesses were present for the event at the townshi...

11/09/2023

Deptford promotes employee health

Deptford officials hosted the township’s annual Employee Wellness Week from Oct. 16 to 20, a time designated to emphasize employee health by promoting self-care in the workplace. The Gloucester County EMT did a CPR demonstration, ShopRite provided free flu shots to employees and the police and fir...

11/06/2023

Deptford Calendar from Nov. 15 to Nov. 22

Events are subject to cancelation. Check in with organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday Nov. 15 – Lego Club at the Deptford Library at 4 p.m. Sunday Nov. 19 – Artists Reception at the Deptford Municipal Building from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday Nov. 20 – Deptford Council...

11/04/2023

Courtesy of the Deptford library

To give families, kids, teenagers and adults alike the chance to bond and be creative together, the Deptford library hosts its weekly family craft hour every Monday at 6 p.m.

Families create a variety of art pieces based around a particular theme. In the case of November, the theme is Thanksgiving.

To give families, kids, teenagers and adults alike the chance to bond and be creative together, the Deptford library hosts its weekly family craft hour every Monday at 6 p.m. Families create a variety of art pieces based around a particular theme. In the case of November, the theme is Thanksgiving.....

11/04/2023

Special to the Sun. Hundreds are expected to attend this year's lighting on Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.

Deptford's annual tree lighting makes its return to the township recreation center on Friday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m.

Once the tree is lighted, it will be moved to the front of the municipal building. The event is free.

"It is one of the biggest events in the township," said Mayor Paul Medany.

Deptford’s annual tree lighting makes its return to the township recreation center on Friday, Dec. 1, at 6 p.m. Once the tree is lighted, it will be moved to the front of the municipal building. The event is free. “It is one of the biggest events in the township,” said Mayor Paul Medany. “We...

11/03/2023

Courtesy of Laurie Burns

Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), the Schools for Neurodiversity at the Gloucester County Special Services School District, Rowan University and its medical schools and Gloucester and Cumberland counties have announced the creation of the collaborative Academy for Neurodiversity on the Rowan College campus.

Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), the Schools for Neurodiversity at the Gloucester County Special Services School District, Rowan University and its medical schools and Gloucester and Cumberland counties have announced the creation of the collaborative Academy for Neurodiversity on the Rowan Col...

11/02/2023

Courtesy of Rowan College of South Jersey The Pathway to Medicine program was introduced at the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford.

The Association of American Medical Colleges reports that the U.S. is in the early stages of an escalating physician shortage, with shortfalls between 37,800 and 124,000 doctors predicted by 2034.

The Association of American Medical Colleges reports that the U.S. is in the early stages of an escalating physician shortage, with shortfalls between 37,800 and 124,000 doctors predicted by 2034. That shortage is being addressed at least locally by Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), Rowan Univer...

11/01/2023

A hero's birthday

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11/01/2023

Join us tomorrow at the Cherry Hill Mall for our final Job Fair of 2023! Pre-registration information can be found through the link below.

Looking for a new employment opportunity? Pull out your best business attire, fill a folder with resumes and head to the Employment Weekly Job Fair. The free event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2, in the Nordstrom Corridor of the Cherry Hill Mall. Please note: this is the cent...