Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Burlington County's logo will be getting a makeover with help from local high school students.
Creative high school students have a chance to become a part of Burlington County history. The county kicked off a new logo contest this week, and is seeking submissions from high school students. Students are asked to submit original designs for a new logo that will build upon the county’s new tagline: “South Jersey Starts Here.” The current logo, pictured here, depicts a covered wagon crossing a bridge. “Our county seal is a part of our history and will stay a part of the county, but we are looking for a logo that represents what is happening in the county now and also take us into the future,” said Freeholder Director Joe Donnelly. The logos will be judged for originality, creativity, relevance to the county and connection with the …
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Representatives from healthcare, technology and more will be on hand.
Meeting the local workforce demands and ensuring the education and training students obtain match these demands were driving forces behind the creation of a new seminar, “Job Skills for Growth Industries in Burlington County,” presented by Burlington County College (BCC) in collaboration with the Burlington County Bridge Commission Department of Economic Development and Regional Planning and Burlington County Library System. Educators, superintendents, guidance counselors, college administrators, workforce development professionals, and incubator directors are invited to attend the free seminar, sponsored in part by a grant from the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and the Charles Stuart Mott Foundation, on Monday, Feb. …
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Starting Feb. 14, the Burlington County Health Department will be offering free immunizations at once-a-month clinics.
Know what makes a great Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart? A free immunization. No? Okay, maybe it’s not the most romantic idea, but it’s hard to argue with being healthy. As such, starting February 14 the Burlington County Health Department will begin offering adult immunization clinics to county residents from 3-6 p.m. every second Thursday of the month. As the senior citizen population continues to grow, the freeholders and the Health Department hope to reach the many adults who need important immunizations but are unable to receive them due to lack of coverage or high cost. The clinics, held at the Health Department, will offer the following immunizations: “Vaccines are as important to your overall health as diet and exercise. …
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing tonight and tomorrow morning—with wind chill in the teens.
With the wind chill expected to drop into the teens overnight, accompanied by strong winds and freezing temperatures, the Burlington County Health Department has declared a Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency starting at 7 p.m. tonight, which will remain in effect through 9 a.m. Friday. Officials will review and assess upcoming weather forecasts tomorrow determine whether it should be extended. A Code Blue declaration is made when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter. When a Code Blue is enacted it provides for short-term emergency sheltering. Individuals can call CONTACT of Burlington County at 856-234-8888 or 866-234-5006 for a list of available shelters and additional Code Blue …
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
The county will also be offering free gun locks at every branch of the Burlington County Library system.
After last week’s tragic shooting in Connecticut underscored the importance of storing firearms safely, Burlington County is offering free gun locks at multiple locations today, including the Moorestown Mall. “Whether you are a gun owner or not, everyone can agree that firearm safety is paramount,” said Sheriff Jean Stanfield. “Gun locks are a simple way of adding a layer of security against gun-related injuries and deaths.” She said her department has several hundred locks, which were made available through Project ChildSafe, a program developed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant. Stanfield said the locks—which can be used to disarm pistols, revolvers, rifles and shotguns—…
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
More than 500 wreaths were donated by private sponsors to decorate the gravestones of veterans at Beverly National Cemetery.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Burlington County Freeholder Deputy Director Joseph B. Donnelly gave a solemn address Saturday to a crowd of several hundred who gathered at Beverly National Cemetery in Edgewater Park for the annual Wreaths Across America remembrance ceremony. Donnelly asked for a moment of silence to remember those who died Friday in the Newtown, CT shooting before thanking those in attendance for taking the time to honor those buried American veterans whose families and friends are no longer able to decorate their graves during the Christmas season. “Today, we are that family member, for we all belong to the same family whose first name is ‘proud’ and whose last name is ‘American,’’’ Donnelly said. The Beverly ceremony was one of more than 800 held …
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
The Burlington County clerk will be performing weddings on 12/12/12. Schedule your ceremony now.
Looking for a scenic, historic backdrop for your wedding? Burlington County Clerk Timothy Tyler will be performing individual wedding ceremonies at the county’s historic Smithville Mansion on Smithville Road in Eastampton on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012. “It is once again my pleasure to offer couples the unique opportunity to exchange vows at the stately Smithville Mansion,” said Tyler, who has performed more than 500 ceremonies since taking office in 2009. There are a limited number of spots available, so interested couples should contact the clerk’s office as soon as possible to schedule their ceremony. Weddings will be performed by appointment, with the first wedding at noon. Ceremonies will be scheduled until 5:30. Couples interested in…
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
A Code Blue provides for emergency shelters in the wake of freezing temperatures, snow and sleet.
Burlington County issued the following press release: With a strong coastal nor’easter bringing cold weather to the area, the Burlington County Health Department today declared that a Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency will commence at 7 p.m. Wednesday and remain in effect through 7 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 8. Officials will then review and assess upcoming weather forecasts. A winter weather advisory is in effect for our area, indicating that snow, sleet or freezing rain is in the forecast, along with temperatures in the 30s, high winds and wind chill factors in the 20s. A Code Blue declaration is made in Burlington County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter. When a Code Blue is enacted it…
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Burlington County Freeholder Director Bruce Garganio says if residents spent $20 more a month at county businesses, more than $40M would be injected into the local economy.
As part of a continuing effort to bolster business and job growth in Burlington County, the board of freeholders recently announced the initiation of a “Buy Local” campaign, to encourage residents to spend more of their retail dollars regionally. In the near term, the Buy Local initiative will be advanced through a marketing and informational plan; the message will be disseminated through interaction with and special events with businesses and business organizations, through the Internet and through regular county publications. “We view this as another economic development tool, aimed at bolstering local business at the cash register, while sending a powerful message to potential new businesses that county government supports economic …
Friday, October 19, 2012
The $7.7 million program hits more than 20 miles along 16 roads in 14 towns.
Freeholders this week reviewed the plans and specifications of Public Works Director Joseph T. Brickley’s Annual Road Resurfacing Program for what is anticipated to cost $7.7 million to overlay 16 county roads in 14 municipalities for a total of 21.4 miles. Cinnaminson is included in that plan. The county would fund the project with $4,504,000 from the annual NJ Transportation Trust Fund. The remaining $3.2 million would be funded by the county. Freeholders are expected to approve the plans and specifications, and authorize advertising for bids at the Oct. 24 meeting. "This annual initiative is essential in maintaining our county roads in order to alleviate major reconstruction of roads if they are left in disrepair," Freeholder Deputy …
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3:15 pm on Thursday, December 27, 2012
I don't like guns either, but they're here to stay. Also, they do prevent the gun from being fired. I don't think your argument works. "All it takes is a key and then the gun lock is disabled." Couldn't you use the same argument against a door? So now do doors provide a false sense of security? more ›