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PATRICK MCDAID

Articles by PATRICK MCDAID

Camden County to close two COVID test sites

Camden County has closed two of its COVID testing sites, one at the county complex in Camden and the other at the Health Hub in Blackwood.   A lack of…

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Shelter feels the love during Valentine’s adoption weekend

Homeward Bound Adoption Center hosted a Valentine’s-themed “Home Is Where the Heart Is” adoption event early this month, with help from the Camden County Board of Commissioners.    Over three…

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NJEA Honors Retired Voorhees Teacher

NJEA Honors Retired Teacher Dr. Judith M. Owens was the first African American elected president of the NJEA, (New Jersey Education Association).  The Dr. Judith M. Owens Spirit Award honors…

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County commissioners relaunch snow removal program.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners has restarted the snow removal program to assist elderly and disabled citizens during the winter months. After a year-long hiatus due to the pandemic,…

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Township holds first regular board of ed meeting for 2022

  The Gloucester Township school board held its first meeting since a reorganization session earlier this month, a meeting highlighted by presentations on the “Start Strong” initiative in South Jersey,…

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Berlin Community School hosts board of ed meeting

Berlin Borough held their first regular board of education for the new year on Jan. 26 at Berlin Community School, a session with a small agenda that concerned future plans …

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Flyers training center hosts regional butcher competition

“The event really allows an opportunity for some of these butchers to receive some recognition,” said Texas Roadhouse regional managing partner Bill Flynn.  “These guys are in a 38 degree…

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Camden County holds virtual town hall on various topics

The Camden County Board of Commissioners held a virtual town hall meeting on Jan. 25 to update residents on an array of topics.   Among those present were County Commissioner…

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Voorhees BOE Special Meetings Notice

NOTICE Notice is hereby given by the Voorhees Township Board of Education, Camden County, New  Jersey that the Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Saturday, January 29,…

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Township council signs temporary EMS deal with Inspira

Gloucester Township’s first regular council meeting of the new year featured extensive discussion of an agreement with Inspira Medical Centers for temporary emergency medical services.   During the Jan. 10…

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