From left: Camden County Commissioner Colleen Bianco Bezich, Haddonfield Mayor Dave Siedell, Tatem PTA Member Lauren Zonies, and Camden County Commissioner Jeff Nash cut the ribbon on the Hopkins Pond gazebo in Haddonfield. Credit: Matt Skoufalos.
Camden County Celebrates Improvements to Hopkins Pond in Haddonfield
The $325,000 upgrade to the historic county park includes a pavilion, hardscaping, landscaping, and access to walking trails as part of the Parks Alive 2025. Borough residents say it’s a welcome addition that offers access to wilderness trails, and supports community programming. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
The county government plans to invest in a comprehensive overhaul of its wastewater and stormwater infrastructure to mitigate flooding, improve recreation, and contribute to the ecological health of the region. A one-cent increase to the Open Space tax could help cover costs, as well as low-interest borrowing, state and federal grants, and a CCMUA rate increase. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...
The ruling overturns the decision by Camden City Council to suspend operations at the scrap metal processor, but makes its reopening contingent upon a number of operating changes. Plus, Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a new bill regulating scrap metal facilities that will force EMR to comply with additional fire safety measures. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...