The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute today announced the Mayors Wellness Campaign “Healthy Town” winners for 2024 and Merchantville Borough achieved its first Healthy Town Up and Coming designation. These cities and towns go above and beyond to improve health and wellness in their communities through innovative programs in areas such as exercise, healthy eating, and mental health education and awareness. Offerings such as a community farmers market, 5K race, and a health fair engaged residents in opportunities to participate in activities promoting health and community connectedness. “The Borough of Merchantville is honored to be recognized for the first time as a Healthy Town Up-and-Coming. We are proud of the efforts by our Board of Health members to lead Merchantville residents in activities and programs that encourage

Robertitio's on the Circle at 177 S Centre Street in Merchantville is a vibrant destination for those seeking authentic Puerto Rican flavors. Chef Robert Cruz and his wife, Marielyn, have been cooking together in this restaurant for four years offering the best take-out and dine-in meals featuring unique offerings, including creative daily specials and refreshing beverages like homemade strawberry lemonade. Every visit feels special in this warm, welcoming atmosphere with attentive, friendly service.

On a very blustery, chilly Saturday, March 1st,  cub master Melissa Hofmann and BSA Pack 252 of Cherry Hill - which serves, boys and girls in Kindergarten through 5th grade in the Merchantville/Cherry Hill West area - took a field trip to our Community Center to learn about the Merchantville Maple Project. This group of eight scouts and parents met with our sap sugaring team to see firsthand the process of how maple tapping, collection, straining and boiling happens. Team members Joan Brennan, Kathy Mantelas and Dorothy Foley

Join us for an exciting Art Walk on Friday, May 9th, from 6 PM to 9 PM! This vibrant event features multiple local businesses hosting talented artists and showcasing their artwork, which will be available for purchase to the public. Some places will host some live music. Stroll through the participating venues, engage with the artists, and discover a diverse range of creative expressions. This is a fantastic opportunity to support local talent, enjoy a lively community atmosphere, and perhaps find a unique piece

Public Service Announcement: Officers from the Merchantville police Department will be conducting stop sign enforcement in high traffic areas such as the intersection at Lexington Avenue and Volan Street to ensure that our residents are safe, this is a daily task our officers perform throughout the Borough. Failure To Observe Stop Or Yield Signs 39:4-144. The statute reads as follows: No driver of a vehicle or street car shall enter upon or cross an intersecting street marked with a "stop" sign unless:

You might be wondering what became of the Merchantville Food Co-op you volunteered for a year or so ago. The Co-op, now called "Sustenance Exchange," is still in the works and making progress toward becoming a reality. Here’s the latest update! Here's What’s New: The Co-op Steering Committee recently completed the Keystone Development Center (KDC)’s Co-op Academy program, designed to help new cooperatives navigate challenges and implement best practices for success. Through this program, we collaborated with KDC

Looking for new ways to be involved in the community? Interested in getting a new hobby or joining one of the many clubs in town? Come out for the Merchantville Community Round Up! Merchantville's community groups, volunteer organizations and clubs gather under one roof at the Merchantville Community Center on Wednesday, March 19th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for a casual night to learn more about all there is to get involved with in our wonderful community. Explore different groups at your own pace, ask questions