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Dissenters of Town, School Budget Plans Top Local News

Also this week, Moorestown's Lockheed branch wins a huge contract, the school district makes a money-saving move that doesn't sit well with everyone and more.

Small Tax Increase Approved for '13-14 School Budget

The board voted 7-1 to approve the budget, and the sole dissenter says they can do more to bring taxes down.

The $1.4 million tax increase proposed in the first draft of Moorestown's 2013 budget won't fly, according to Deputy Mayor Chris Chiacchio.

$100M Contract for Lockheed Keeps Jobs in Jersey

Lockheed Martin Moorestown was awarded a huge contract to keep producing one of the U.S. Navy's primary weapons systems.

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Cherry Hill East Teacher Accused of Exposing Himself to Child

The accused, Jules Gross, lives in Maple Shade.

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Think You Know Irish Music? Think Again

If all you know of Irish music is drinking songs like "Wild Rover" and "Whiskey in the Jar" played in the background of loud pubs on St. Patrick's Day, John Byrne and his band have quite a show for you.

Employee Benefits Change to Save District $1.1 Million

The Moorestown Board of Education unanimously approved the switch to Aetna last week, but it didn't sit well with members of the union.

Disney Double Feature Kicks Off MTC Season

Get your tickets now for Moorestown Theater Co.'s productions of 'Cinderella and Princess Sing-Along' and 'Beauty and the Beast, Jr.'

Assemblyman Troy Singleton to Hold Public Forum

Assemblyman Troy Singleton (D-7) will hold a public forum next week, hosted by the Moorestown Democratic Club. 

Arthur Kenneth Peacock died at his home in Moorestown on March 6. 

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