The Borough Council of Merchantville passed a resolution on October 25th opposing a plan by New Fortress Energy to build a massive liquefied natural gas export terminal in Gibbstown, Gloucester County. The Merchantville resolution calls on Governor Murphy to reject permits needed to load highly explosive and polluting LNG onto ships for export out of Gibbstown, and calls on the Army Corps of Engineers to complete an environmental impact statement on the project. This week’s vote is the ninth resolution to pass opposing the project. “Twenty five residents showed up at Merchantville’s October 25th Borough Council meeting to support a resolution put forth by the town’s Green Team in opposition to the New Frontier Energy’s plan to transport massive quantities of LNG via rail and highway in South Jersey,” said Merchantville resident and Green Team member Dorothy Foley, who was one of the seven people who testified in support of the resolution. She added that they were “horrified at the foolhardy and dangerous plan to transport LNG but more than anything…the overall environmental impact of allowing this huge investment in fossil fuel infrastructure at a time when all efforts should be into transitioning away from carbon fuels.” So far, resolutions against the project have passed in Princeton, Pennsauken, Runnemede, Haddon Township, Riverton, Hazlet, Burlington City, and Merchantville.

This run series was started in 2007 by the family of fallen 1st Lt. Travis Manion (USMC) as a grassroots run in his hometown Doylestown, PA with 300 runners and now has more than 90 race locations around the world  uniting more than 60,000 people yearly to celebrate our heroes and spread awareness. Proceeds are used to directly support Travis Manion Foundation's mission to empower our nation's veterans and families of our fallen heroes to develop character in future generations. In select locations, a portion of race proceeds are granted back to a local nonprofit partner whose mission is also to empower these heroes. A local race will take place at: Cooper River Park, 1301 North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ. Sign up for the 5k Run or 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Race begins at 9:00 a.m.

Amazing opportunity with great potential to own a single family home in Merchantville. Built in 1910, this 3 story, wood frame charmer with four bedrooms and two full baths is on Clinton Avenue, a beautiful street located one block from Wellwood Park. Very deep 52 ft. by 175 ft. lot with shared driveway. Being sold as is with buyer responsible for any and all Borough repairs or certifications. Residents attend Merchantville Elementary School and Haddon Heights High School. With tons of shops and dining options nearby, you don't want to miss this deal. This home is listed at $159,900. Schedule a tour today!

New Jersey’s first heat wave of August is expected to arrive on Tuesday and could last through Friday as a tropical air mass settles over our region and pumps in hot, humid air. Heat and humidity will become increasingly more oppressive as the week progresses. An Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisories are now in effect for Wednesday and Thursday, when dangerously high Heat Index values of 100-105° or greater are expected. If you must be outdoors during the afternoon or early evening hours, wear light clothing, take frequent breaks, and drink plenty of water. Check on your friends, family, and neighbors who may be susceptible to heat illnesses, especially if they do not have air conditioning. National Weather Forecast.