Police & Fire
‘We’re Not Meeting the Minimum Standard’: Collingswood Fire Captain Talks Staffing Woes
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
Police & Fire
Man Perishes in Cherry Hill House Fire
The victim, who has yet to be identified by authorities, did not survive a fire that was well involved when authorities were summoned to the scene. One firefighter was hurt in the rescue attempt. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
February 2, 2026
Government
Collingswood Commissioners Talk Rec, Arts, Gov’t Expansion — but Not EMS — in Caucus
The inaugural borough government work session touched on a number of items, including the structure of the governing body itself. But in a room full of firefighter-EMTs, commissioners decamped to executive session to discuss next steps for Collingswood emergency medical services. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
January 30, 2026
Government
Haddon Twp. Approves Mixed-Use Redevelopment Deal for Former Thriftway Site
The project will create market-rate and affordable housing units, plus several thousand square-feet of retail space, on the nearly 5-acre parcel. Mayor Randy Teague said redevelopment has long been in the works for the site, and will help the township meet its affordable housing obligations. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
January 28, 2026