Amid worsening drought conditions and a spike in forest fires major restrictions on outdoor burning have been imposed by New Jersey officials. Last week alone, there were 107 fires - 183 acres burned. As a result of the serious drought conditions, an uptick in wildfires and a strain on the state‘s drinking water systems, the governor’s office declared a drought watch late last week and the state Department of Environmental Protection, which oversees the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, imposed Stage 3 fire restrictions on Monday

It's Gynsyng's First Halloween Party! Join us from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in our Community Lounge at 14 South Center Street in Merchantville for a 'Trunk-or-Treat' with local businesses and some of our favorite cannabis brands. Get spooky with Halloween-themed games, prizes, deals, coupons, photo opportunities, one-day deals and much more. Plus, score some free swag from Gynsyng & brands like Miss Grass, Timeless, Fernway, Verano, and more. It's going to be a scary good time! This is a 21+ event

The Blue Monkey Tavern is hosting a "Nightmare On Centre" Halloween Bash! Get ready to Monster Mash your way through a night of thrills and chills in #monsterville. DJ @xjayrose will kick off seasonal spooky vibes at 8:00 p.m. and be spinning tunes all night. Show up in your creepiest costumes and scariest attire to win a $250 CASH PRIZE for: Best Couple/Duo Costume and Best Overall Costume! Plus, they’ll have super giveaways and gift cards for other top contenders. Enjoy great food, signature drinks and

Join us on November 12th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Merchantville Medical Wellness Center and take a step towards a healthier heart at and informative session on heart health. The US spends more money on healthcare and pharmaceutical interventions, yet has the worst outcomes. What are we missing and/or doing wrong? Our team of Functional Doctors and Expert Practitioners will discuss the reasons why. They will cover the importance of testing for markers beyond the usual cholesterol panel, myths around nutrition,

Join us on Friday, October 25th, for an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Monsterville! Our guided walking tour will take you to the most haunted spots in town, where you'll hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters and local legends that will send shivers down your spine. Tour Highlights: Explore historic buildings with dark pasts; listen to spine-tingling stories from our knowledgeable guides; visit local businesses that have their own haunted histories. Meeting Point: Our downtown Gazebo at Centre and Chestnut.

Surprise! The Market Off Centre team is bringing back a very special event. On Saturday, November 16th from 12:00-3:00 p.m., we will be on the Merchantville Mile - at Centre and Chestnut - for our Holiday Market and open for your business. The holiday season evokes fond memories, often based on traditions passed down from generation to generation. Shop local vendors, handmade goods, enjoy great food & music, kids crafts and more. Interested vendors wishing to sell during our Holiday Market can apply

WAKE UP EARLY! Fox29 will be in Monsterville tomorrow morning - Tuesday, October 15th! Want to be a part of the fun? You'll have 2 chances to be seen, heard and help promote our Halloween Hamlet. First, head over to West Walnut at 7:15 a.m. to help us hype this year's 8th Grade Haunted House "Knightmare On Centre Street", the 5K Zombie Run and the Haunts of Merchantville home decorating contest. Then, meet us at the Station Coffee and the Blue Monkey Tavern at 8:15 a.m. to show off everything our downtown