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Joseph Metz

Articles by Joseph Metz

Pleasant Valley students make finals of state STEAM Tank Challenge

A team of four fifth grade students from Pleasant Valley Elementary School (PVS), whose parents wished to not have them named, have managed to reach the finals of the New…

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Inclusive Matty’s Corner Playground is first for county

The lower portion of Deptford Memorial Park – formerly named Fasola – will soon be the setting for Matty’s Corner, believed to be the first fully inclusive and accessible playground…

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Dance classes set for June and July

The Harrison Township recreation commission is partnering with the Dance Factory in Glassboro to bring two weeks of kids’ dance classes to the Ella Harris Park pavilion in June and…

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Celebrating the ‘most important holiday’

Mantua will host its annual Memorial Day service in conjunction with Wenonah to honor those who’ve given their lives during America’s conflicts. The Memorial Day service – on Monday, May…

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Board of ed recognizes top teachers and ESPs

Winners of the teacher and educational service professional (ESP) of the year awards in the township school district were recognized during the May 7 board of education meeting at Deptford…

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Mullica Hill Calendar from May 22 to May 29

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Thursday May 23: 55 Plus Strength Training Class at American Legion Post…

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Mantua Calendar from May 22 to May 29

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Thursday May 23: Veterans Commission Meeting at the Mantua Municipal Building at…

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Deptford Calendar from May 22 to May 29

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Thursday May 23: Phillies Game Day at the Deptford Senior Center at…

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Harrison committee passes 2024 municipal budget

The Harrison Township Committee adopted a 2024 municipal budget after a public hearing at its May 6 meeting. The financial plan is estimated at $14,676,306, a 4.2% increase of $590,466…

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Deptford board of ed approves budget for 2024-’25

The township board of education approved a 2024-’25 budget of more than $98 millon during its May 7 meeting at the Deptford Middle School cafeteria. Board secretary Ronald Latham, Superintendent…

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