An early morning house fire tested local resources, as borough firefighters needed mutual aid to transport a fire victim while they extinguished the flames. Commissioner Amy Henderson Riley says the situation underscores the urgency of resolving staffing issues in the department. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
April 20, 2026
The first piece of redevelopment of the historic borough fire building to come online, the café offers an espresso bar, lounge area, and outdoor patio. Ends of the Earth, an attached tobacco shop that is open to the public, will follow next month, as will a private, members-only club. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
March 17, 2026
A quick response limited damage to the exterior of a home on Harvard Avenue. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading...
February 17, 2026
Even with forced overtime, Collingswood first responders are still short personnel at one in five calls for fire or EMS service, Captain Julian D’Alonzo says. The borough government hopes to hire a consultant to evaluate the problem within the next month, but the problem is complex for several reasons. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
February 3, 2026