A salmonella outbreak, linked to jalapeños, that began on on July 22nd, expanded to 27 states yesterday. Federal health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños that has sickened 345 people. The jalapeños were supplied by California-based Coast Citrus Distributors and sourced from Mexico, the CDC said. They were served at Chipotle, Qdoba and other restaurants. Chipotle and Qdoba say they have removed the jalapeños from their restaurants. Meanwhile, a massive cyclosporiasis outbreak
The 2027 NJ Transit Calendar Photo Contest is now open, and we want to feature YOUR best NJ Transit photo in our annual calendar! You can enter by just emailing your high-resolution, landscape-oriented photo here to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The 3 winners will receive: a NJ Transit Travel Credit; featured photo and recognition in the 2027 NJ Transit Calendar; Calendars to share with family and friends; and, a NJ Transit swag bag. Photo Requirements include: High-resolution, landscape orientation
You asked. You waited. They’re finally back. Growler refills are officially back at Eclipse Brewing, 25 East Park Avenue in Merchantville! Bring in your clean growler and we’ll fill it with your favorite Eclipse beer to take home. For now, you’ll need to bring your own growler, but more to-go beer options will be available soon. Please note: Growlers are for off-premises consumption only and cannot be opened or consumed at the brewery. Thanks for being patient - we know you’ve been
In March, Nicole Nurthen Photography received a $10,000 Backing Small Businesses Grant presented by American Express in partnership with National Main Street that has helped her expand her business. Nicole purchased two professional printers - including one large format and now offers customers print on demand for all. Need a banner for your birthday? Want to print those phone photos that have been on there for years? Need a fresh print of an older portrait? I
2026-2027 Pre-Registration for Pre-K (half day program) and Kindergarten (full day program) can now be submitted. Student Registration Process: Use this process to register your student into the Merchantville School District. The online registration has the ability for you to submit your documents electronically. You will need to provide the following: Original or Copy of the student's Birth Certificate and Student's Immunization Records. After you submit your pre-registration online,
The Borough of Merchantville is now accepting applications to join the Merchantville Art Alliance! An Art Alliance is a non-profit community organization or collective designed to promote the visual and performing arts. This is a volunteer role to share creative input and experience across all forms of the arts with the intention of beautifying and enriching our town. Projects may include installations, events and education. Interested and experienced creatives may apply by completing this
Charles J. Schmidt III of Pennsauken, NJ died July 17, 2026. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Stilley) and loving father of Charles Schmidt, IV (Katherine); Tracy Schmidt DiCicco (James) and Brett Schmidt. Devoted grandfather of Sloane, Gwen, Charlotte, James, Teigan, Charles and Logan. Beloved son of Mary Schmidt (nee Kraus) and the late Charles J. Schmidt, Jr. Dear brother of Susan Bagocius (Stephen); Fred Schmidt (Colleen); Kurt Schmidt and Joseph Schmidt (Jackie).
Camden County Certified Gardeners offer educational opportunities and garden information to the public. They are hosting a series of five "Garden to Kitchen" presentations at their headquarters located at 508 Lakeland Road in Blackwood, NJ. These hands-on, $15–$17 classes teach residents how to grow, harvest, and preserve produce. Upcoming 2026 workshops include Tomatoes (July 29); Herbs (August 12); Eggplant, More than Just Ratatouille (September 16); Apple Harvest
