NEW NJ LAW TARGETS ILLEGAL GUN TRAFFICKERS NO MATTER WHERE THEY’RE FROM

More than nine out of 10 guns recovered by police in Camden come from out of state. Now a new state law provides stiff criminal punishment for gun traffickers – whether in-state or from elsewhere – when the guns are used in a crime that results in death or significant bodily injury. 

CAMDEN COUNTY COULD BECOME HAVEN FOR ENDANGERED MONARCH BUTTERFLIES

"Unfortunately, like so many other precious species on earth, the monarch butterfly is falling victim to climate change, mainly due to the wide destruction of the milkweed plant," Young said in a news release. "Camden County is leading the charge to save them from this bleak future and encourage our residents to get involved in this initiative because together, we can make a difference."

Renovated Camden Park Dedicated to the Late Martha F. Wilson

"Martha was a tremendous advocate for the children of Camden and this park, where so many students play, is a fitting tribute to her name and legacy in the city," Camden County Commissioner Jeffrey Nash said in a statement. "The city is a better place because of Martha, and we will celebrate her memory on Thursday in the neighborhood where she and Whip spent so much of their time."

SKATE PARK AND OTHER STATE-FUNDED PROJECTS COMING TO CAMDEN COUNTY

State funds will help bring a skate park to Cherry Hill and a recreation area to Oaklyn, officials say. The aid also will support upgrades to a township park and a high school stadium in Cherry Hill, and at a recreation center in Haddon Township.

10 NEW AFFORDABLE HOMES ARE COMING TO CAMDEN

A party in Parkside as the organization Parkside Business and Community In Partnership join NJ American Water and elected officials to showcase new properties meant to go to new homeowners.

AFTER 51 YEARS WITH CAMDEN COUNTY PARKS, HE STILL ASSISTS COUNTY WITH PULLING OFF FREE CONCERT SERIES

TAPInto.net covers the announcement of Camden County’s Summer Concert Series with special attention to CCDC’s dedicated volunteer, Roland Traynor, who developed the concert project for the county and post retirement, continues to act as a consultant for its planning each year.

REDD LETTER DAY: FORMER CAMDEN MAYOR DANA REDD ENCOURAGES GRADUATES TO FIND THEIR VISION AS LEADERS AND CHANGE THE WORLD

Rutgers Camden reports on the commencement speech by former Camden Mayor, Dana Redd. Dana encouraged the class of 2023 to maximize their impact on the world in an inspiring and deeply personal keynote speech.

CAMDEN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HOST PANEL DISCUSSION ON VETERAN SUICIDE AWARENESS

CBS3 reports on the Veteran Suicide Awareness Resource Fair and Panel Discussion hosted by the Camden County Commissioners. Veterans shared stories and explored resources available to address the challenges they face. If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org/chat.

STEVEN SPIELBERG PAYS TRIBUTE TO THE NJ THEATER WHERE HIS DREAMS BEGAN

The Philadelphia Inquirer covers Steven Spielberg’s response letter to the historical marker placed by the Camden County Commissioners at his first movie theater, Westmont Theater, in Haddon Township.

CAMDEN COUNTY STUDENTS SAY “YES” TO THE DRESS

Watch the 6ABC report on the success of the “Say Yes to the Dress” event made possible by the Camden County Board of Commissioners, Sheriff's Office, Prosecutor's Office, Police Department and Department of Corrections.

STEVEN SPIELBERG’S CHILDHOOD IN NJ

The Philadelphia Inquirer covers Spielberg’s connection with Camden County and Camden County’s official plaque dedication to the historic Westmont Theater site which was crucial to Spielberg’s beginning experience with cinema.

CAMDEN COUNTY THEATER HONORED FOR INSPIRING LEGENDARY DIRECTOR STEVEN SPIELBERG OVER 70 YEARS AGO

6ABC reports from the former Westmont Theater in Haddon Township where film icon, Steven Spielberg, attributes parts of his legacy. Camden County officials gathered to unveil the historical marker to claim the spot's place in movie history.