Monday, February 25, 2013
The county needs a new logo and Burlington County Freeholder Director Joe Donnelly wants local businesses to help put together the prize money.
To the editor: Bolstering our Burlington County business community has been and will continue to be a major focus of county government. This will be evident in the coming weeks, as we partner with business organizations countywide on a “buy local” campaign to encourage residents to spend their consumer dollars in their own downtown areas. That said, today I am seeking business partners to work with us on another initiative—one that will showcase Burlington County’s historic, environmental, and of course, economic resources. Specifically, we are looking for business sponsorships for our recently announced logo contest designed to challenge high school students to create a logo that best reflects Burlington County, and our slogan: “South …
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
In honor of African-American History Month, Burlington County will host two separate art exhibits, including one showcasing the work of local artist Lady Bird Strickland.
In celebration of African-American History Month, Burlington County is presenting two special art exhibits showcasing the work of famed local artist Lady Bird Strickland and acclaimed Haitian artist Frandy Jean. The Lady Bird Strickland exhibit will run from Feb. 1 through March 2 at the Warden’s House on High Street in Mount Holly. An opening reception has been set from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2. The gallery will be open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Now a resident of Willingboro, Lady Bird Strickland was born into poverty in the foothills of Georgia in 1926 at a time when America was still a segregated society offering little opportunity or …
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 …
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
The county will be hosting its annual Victorian Holiday Celebration at the historic attraction this weekend.
Support history and have a festive good time at the annual Victorian Holiday Celebration at Historic Smithville Park in Eastampton on Sunday, Dec. 2. The historic village will be decked out for the holidays and will feature carriage rides, vendors selling gifts and stocking stuffers, live entertainment and more. The festivities will include a special appearance by Jolly Old Saint Nick, who will arrive by horse and carriage at 1 p.m. Guests can bring a camera for photos with Santa and other family photo opportunities. Admission and parking are free for this rain or shine event; however, severe weather will cancel it. Throughout the day, visitors will find a variety of attractions in the park, including professional ice carving …
Friday, November 16, 2012
Free dental care for WIC clients' children will be held today and Dec. 21.
The Burlington County Freeholders and the Women Infant and Children’s Program (WIC) is partnering with Smile New Jersey to hold two separate free walk-in dental clinics today and Dec. 21. Both clinics will be held at the Burlington County Health Department from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. These clinics are open to WIC clients and Burlington County residents aged 1-18 years old. “From birth to adulthood, it is extremely important that we take good care of our teeth,” said Burlington County Freeholder Mary Ann O’Brien. “The oral health care we receive and how we take care of our teeth, play a big role in our overall well-being.” New Jersey licensed dentists will provide preventive dental services including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, …
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 …
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Burlington County gets a clean bill of health from auditors who reviewed the county's accounting of $36.8 million in state and federal funds.
Auditors gave Burlington County’s finances a clean bill of health for the second time this year, this time focusing on the county’s accounting of $36.8 million in state and federal funds in 2011. In the parlance of auditors, the audit prepared by Bowman & Company found no “significant deficiencies, material weaknesses, or instances of noncompliance.” “To put it in plain language, this confirms that our fiscal house is in order,” said Freeholder Director Bruce Garganio. “Our mission has been to reduce taxes and spending, and continue to run programs and services in a fiscally responsible manner. This audit tells us we have accomplished just that.” Garganio noted freeholders received the results of a general audit three months ago that …
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Nine Burlington County municipalities will also realize savings from the refinancing, according to a county release.
Burlington County will realize an estimated $2.6 million savings thanks to a recent $61.2 million capital bond refinancing. In addition, nine municipalities will see savings, bringing the total to an estimated $5.2 million in interest savings. “These are serious cost savings at a time when towns need it most,” said Freeholder Director Bruce Garganio. “Best of all, these cost savings translate into tax savings for the taxpayers who are footing the bill.” The refinancing, to be administered by the Burlington County Bridge Commission through its pooled loan program, will result in the retirement of bonds that were issued for the county and seven towns in aggregate bond sales in 2003 and 2004. The towns that participated in these transactions…
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
The demand is still very high, according to officials.
A food drive being held this month to help out local pantries has been extended since the demand is still high, according to Burlington County officials. Summer is historically a slow month for food donations. "Now is the time to donate to local food banks. Many people simply do not think about folks being hungry during the summer months, since food drives are traditionally held during the winter,” said Freeholder Mary Ann O’Brien. Collection boxes are set up throughout county buildings, but have also been placed in local businesses such as: Liberty Bell Bank 227 W. Camden Avenue, Moorestown Liberty Bell Bank 860 Union Mill Road, Mount Laurel JSH International 303 Birchfield Drive, Mount Laurel Amica Mutual Insurance Company 1000 Bishops …
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
A resource fair, in recognition of National Children's Mental Health Awareness Month, will be held at Burlington County Institute of Technology Thursday.
Burlington County residents who want to learn more about community and school programs and services to prevent and address crisis due to suicide, homicide, accident and illness are invited to a resource fair Thursday at the Burlington County Institute of Technology, 695 Woodlane Rd., Westampton. The event—from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school’s atrium—is being held in recognition of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Month and is hosted by the Burlington County Traumatic Loss Coalition (TLC), in collaboration with the Burlington County School Crisis Response Team (BCSCRT). There is no charge. Many community organizations will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on community-based programs, outreach and …
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Yah Mo B There
1:54 pm on Tuesday, October 23, 2012
#1 is this a good use of other people’s money (taxes)? I’d like to see the numbers on increased revenue for each dollar spent on this. #2 wouldn’t we all be more apt to buy local if business sold what we want locally? Not because I saw an ad (paid for with other people’s money) telling me to do so. Besides the fact that when what we want is local, it’s usually much cheaper online with no tax and … more ›