southern new jersey: Medford Township Community Events: Memorial Day 2008 - 05/27/08 03:48 PM
Yesterday, Medford Township celebrated the holiday it's annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies.  It was lead off by the Shawnee High School Marching Band, followed by kids in their decorated bikes, local honorees, officials, community groups and a long line of police, fire and emergency vehicles from Medford and the surrounding communities of Medford Lakes, Southampton, Shamong, Evesham and Tabernacle townships and the Forest Service.   At the conclusion of the parade, the traditional wreath laying ceremony was held at the War Memorial.VFW Post 7677 hosted the activities in conjunction with Medford Township officials.Mr. William F. Bielec, World War II veteran and 30 year resident of … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Medford Lakes Community Events: Memorial Day 2008 - 05/27/08 02:43 PM
Yesterday, Medford Lakes celebrated with it's traditional Memorial Day Parade lead off by the Shawnee High School Marching Band, followed by herds of kids in their decorated bikes, and then followed by local honories, officials and a long line of police, fire and emergency vehicles from Medford Lakes and the surrounding communities of Medford, Southampton, Shamong, Evesham and Tabernacle townships and the Forest Service. It was quite a large group of kids that participated, Medford Lakes owes a lot of it's vitality to the youth and young families in the community as well as those who are raised families and are … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Oil Tank Removal Grants Available - 05/13/08 04:03 PM
A recent article in the Colony News announced that the Medford Lakes Environmental Commission hosted an underground oil storage tank information session at Cathedral in the Woods on March 11, 2008, where subject matter experts served on panel to present information and answer questions of residents.  Since the community consists primarily of older houses, the environmental commission is concerned about the many older tanks buried in the town, especially in a lake and well-water community.  Bear steel tanks placed directly in the soil can begin to corrode in as little as 15 years, according to a study by the U.S. EPA.  … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Fish Stocking In Medford Lakes - 05/13/08 03:47 PM
According to a past article in the Colony Club News, Medford Lakes is in the process of a Phase I stocking of fish in Upper/Lower Aetna and the Mirror chain.  This is part of the recovery efforts from the 2004 flood that required the dams to be repaired and the lakes refilled.  Now, based on advice by experts, they will be stocking minnows and bluegills this year to establish the feeder fish population.  In the spring of 2009, they will be stocking bass.   The programmed was developed with the help of two residents, Bill Find and John Bonk who developed that plan … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Free Search of All Foreclosures In New Jersey - 04/26/08 07:52 AM
Thanks to a recent agreement between RE/MAX of New Jersey and RealtyTrac, you can now take advantage of foreclosure data which has been integrated into the property search of our New Jersey resources web site.  This allows you to search a comprehensive database of pre-foreclosure and foreclosure properties (including properties in auctions and those owned by banks). You will have free access to the basic distressed property information. (If additional detailed information is desired, you will then have the option to register for the 7-day free trial or to subscribe.)
You will still be able to take advantage of our regular search features … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Shamong Township to Spray for Gypsy Moths in 2008 - 04/19/08 03:12 PM
The Shamong Township decision makers, who are also residents, try to avoid the use of pesticide, but will also make weighted decisions and take action when necessary to avoid larger ecological damages.Such is the case with the 2008 Gypsy Moth program that is begin carried out under state (and U.S. Forestry Service) guidelines and control. Gypsy moth egg mass surveys, conducted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJ DOA), indicate that gypsy moth populations will be very high during May and June 2008. Leaf feeding by the caterpillars of this pest will cause severe defoliation of many of our trees. … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Medford Township Spraying for Gypsy Moths in 2008 - 04/19/08 03:05 PM
The Medford Township decision makers, who are also residents, try to avoid the use of pesticide, but will also make weighted decisions and take action when necessary to avoid larger ecological damages.Such is the case with the 2008 Gypsy Moth program that is begin carried out under state (and U.S. Forestry Service) guidelines and control.  Gypsy moth egg mass surveys, conducted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJ DOA), indicate that gypsy moth populations will be very high during May and June 2008. Leaf feeding by the caterpillars of this pest will cause severe defoliation of many of our trees. Consequently, … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Medford Lakes Spraying for Gypsy Moths in 2008 - 04/19/08 02:44 PM
One of the many things I appreciate about Medford Lakes is that the decision makers, who are also residents, are very conservative (as in "conservation") about our community environment.  They will avoid pesticide where appropriate, but will also make weighted decisions and take action when necessary to avoid larger ecological damages.Such is the case with the 2008 Gypsy Moth program that is begin carried out under state guidelines and control.  According to the recent letter sent to Medford Lakes residents, gypsy moth egg mass surveys, conducted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJ DOA), indicate that gypsy moth populations will be … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Updated School Report Cards for South Jersey - 04/19/08 04:23 AM
The Philadelphia Inquirer recently came out with their latest edition of it's Report Card on Schools for the Delaware Valley.For school contact information,  statistics and to see how your district, or the district to which you are considering moving, compares with other schools in the state over a range of areas including spending, salaries, special programs and diversity, Click here for Southern New Jersey
For additional schools reporting, as well as local community information, click here to access our Local Resources page on our web site.
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southern new jersey: Jackson Park Retoration Committee Report and Meeting - 04/12/08 04:53 PM
A Medford Lakes Colony Jackson Park Restoration meeting will be help Saturday, April 19th, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. on the Stokes Road side of Lower Aetna Dam.  All colonists in good standing are encouraged to attend.
According to the latest report in the Medford Lakes Colony News:The Colony is making progress towards the complete restoration of Jackson Park.  The Colon'y consultant has provided a Park plan and a list of suggested plantings. Prior to any plantings, the Colony will contract to remove any remaining dead tress from the Park.
The Jackson Park Committee expects that the planting of trees, shrubs and flowers and … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Medford Lakes Summer Camp - 2008 - 04/12/08 04:40 PM
The Medford Lakes Colony Club Camp for grades 1 thru 9 will begin on Monday, Jun 30th thru Friday, July 25th.
Camp times are from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m, Monday thru Friday each week they are held.
Registration will take place from April 15th through Aprill 30th in the Colony Club office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (except when closed for lunch between 12 noon and 1 p.m.).
Fees for the camp will be discussed at the Monday, April 14th Colony Club meeting beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Demby Annex.
Fees are expected to start at $150 for one … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Medford School District Receives Good Report Cards - 03/29/08 03:53 PM
Congratulations to the Medford Schools for above average passing grades on the 2007 N.J. School Report Cards issued by the New Jersey Department of Education (NJ DOE) and viewable on it's web site.  According to the reports, Shawnee High School was above average on most areas tested, especially scoring strong in the SATs, Proficiency Assessments and Advanced Placement examinations.Superintendent Emily Capella wrote that, "Once again, the Lenape District has registered and enviable record of outstanding academic achievement and prudent fiscal management." The Medford Middle and Elementary Schools also exceeded the averages, with Medford Middle School showing significant advanced proficiency scores.Capella asked everyone to keep up … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Riverton News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/28/08 06:17 PM
To keep up with local Riverton's news and events, the official Borough of Riverton's web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local borough news on their township home page.
Borough of Riverton Public School District has announcements and news about individual local public schools serving the Riverton community, which includes Palmyra High School.   Additional information is available at...Riverton Business Directory (and gathering places)Riverton Township Park and Recreation Burlington County Library - RivertonBurlington County Library - Westhampton (Main HQ)Burlington County Library - CinnaminsonBy the way, if you want to learn about Riverton's past, read about the Borough of Riverton's History and check out the Riverton Historical Society.   (See also Burlington County Historian, as will as the NJ Historical … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Cinnaminson Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/28/08 05:17 PM
To keep up with local Cinnaminson news and events, the official Cinnaminson Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Cinnaminson Township Public School District has announcements and news about individual Cinnaminson public schools, including Cinnaminson High School.   Additional information is available at...Cinnaminson Business DirectoryCinnaminson OrganizationsCinnaminson Township SportsBurlington County Library - CinnaminsonBurlington County Library - Westhampton (Main HQ)Burlington County Library - Maple ShadeBy the way, if you want to learn about Cinnaminson's past, read about Cinnaminson Township History.(See also Burlington County Historian, as will as the NJ Historical Commission)
List of Newspapers providing Cinnaminson (and Moorestown, etc.) news coverage.For additional information at the county level:Burlington County Resource Center … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Moorestown Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/28/08 04:20 PM
To keep up with local Moorestown news and events, the official Moorestown Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township site.
Moorestown Township Public School District has announcements and news about individual Moorestown public schools, including Moorestown High School.  Private Moorestown Friends School also has special events and news.. Additional information is available at...Moorestown Business AssociationMoorestown Newsletters [PDF]Moorestown Community Clubs and OrganizationsMoorestown Township Parks and Recreation (Sports)Moorestown Library  [Digital Download Center]Burlington County Library - Westhampton (Main HQ)Burlington County Library - Maple ShadeBy the way, if you want to learn about Moorestown's past, read about Moorestown Township History.(See also Burlington County Historian, as will as the NJ … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Mount Laurel Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/22/08 05:11 PM
To keep up with local Mount Laurel Township news and events, the official Mount Laurel Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Lenape Regional School District has announcements and news about individual Mount Laurel Schools, including Lenape High School and also about the Lenape Regional Performing Arts Center which provides local and top professional entertainment.Additional information is available at...Mount Laurel Township School DistrictMount Laurel Clubs and OrganizationsMount Laurel Township Parks and Recreation (Sports)GoKidsNJ - Things To Do In and Around Mount LaurelMount Laurel LibraryBurlington County Library - MedfordBurlington County Library - EveshamBy the way, … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Hainesport Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/22/08 03:52 PM
To keep up with local Hainesport Township news and events, the official Hainesport Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Hainesport Township School District has announcements and news about individual Hainesport district schools.  Rancocas Valley Regional High School will provide high school news and events.   Additional information is available at...Hainesport Township School DistrictRancocas Valley Regional High SchoolRancocas Valley High School Instrumental Boosters Hainesport Township Local Businesses and Local OrganizationsHainesport Township Community Newsletter and CalendarHainesport Township Recreation Burlington County Library - Westhampton (Main HQ) Burlington County Library - MedfordBurlington County Library - EveshamBy the way, … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Tabernacle Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/22/08 11:31 AM
To keep up with local Tabernacle Township news and events, the official Tabernacle Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Lenape Regional School District has announcements and news about individual Tabernacle Schools, including Seneca High School and also about the Lenape Regional Performing Arts Center which provides local and top professional entertainment.Additional information is available at theTabernacle Township School DistrictTabernacle Township PTATabernacle Township Community NewsletterTabernacle Recreation AssociationBurlington County Library - MedfordBy the way, if you want to learn about Tabernacle's past, read about the Tabernacle Historical Society  and Tabernacle History
Local Area Newspaper: Central Record
For … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Southampton Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/22/08 10:37 AM
To keep up with local Southampton Township news and events, the official Southampton Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Lenape Regional School District has announcements and news about individual Shamong Schools, including Seneca High School and also about the Lenape Regional Performing Arts Center which provides local and top professional entertainment.Additional information is available at ...Southampton Township School DistrictSouthampton Township Business AssociationSouthampton Township Community NewsletterSouthampton Recreation AssociationLeisureTowne VillageBurlington County Library - MedfordBy the way, if you want to learn about Southampton's past, visit the Preservation Commission of Historic Southampton  and Southampton and Vincentown … (0 comments)

southern new jersey: Shamong Township News, Events and Information -- Where To Find Them - 03/22/08 09:42 AM
To keep up with local Shamong Township news and events, the official Shamong Township web site maintains a community events calendar as well as local township news on their township home page.
Lenape Regional School District has announcements and news about individual Shamong Schools, including Seneca High School and also about the Lenape Regional Performing Arts Center which provides local and top professional entertainment.Additional information is available at...Shamong Township School DistrictShamong Trails and ParksShamong FoundationBurlington County Library - MedfordBy the way, if you want to learn about Shamong's past, visit the Indian Mills Historical Society  and Shamong History.
Local Area Newspaper: Central Record
For additional … (0 comments)

 

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