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AllAround 

VOL.18, NO.1 A Publication for the Community of Pennsauken January 2013 

Pennsauken Grieves, Shows Support For Sandy Hook Elementary Look! 

By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor 

On Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, the unthinkable 

happened. Twenty young students 

and a half dozen educators in Newtown, 

CT lost their lives during an event so tragic, 

mere words cannot reflect the horror and 

sadness an entire nation feels. One hundred 

and sixty-six miles away, the 

Pennsauken community shares in this sorrow, 

offering prayers and signs of support. 

As a way to facilitate the communal 

grieving process, and to provide a symbol 

of hope for the future where tragedies like 

this no longer occur, the evergreen tree 

outside of the Pennsauken Township 

Building was turned into a memorial for 

those who lost their lives during the 

tragedy in Connecticut. The tree was decorated 

with 20 angels and six Christmas 

bells for the students and teachers lost at 

Sandy Hook Elementary. 

“This tree is just one small gesture to 

those currently dealing with this tragedy in 

Connecticut,” says Township Committeeman 

John Kneib, who served as the town’s 

mayor during 2012. “In Pennsauken and 

communities like ours all across the region, 

our hearts go out to all those affected 

by this tragic loss of life.” 

Many residents took an opportunity to 

visit the tree and expressed their thoughts 

on the memorial. “The tree looks beautiful 

[with] the angels and the bells with green 

bows, [which are] Sandy Hook’s school colors,” 

says Pennsauken Resident Donna 

Zuber. “When I was there, I heard a clang 

from a bell. It brought to mind the line from 

‘It’s A Wonderful Life,’ and angels receiving 

their wings. The heavens have 26 more 

angels with wings to watch over us.” 

The memorial tree remained decorated 

throughout the holidays. During that time, 

Pennsauken residents were encouraged to 

use the tree as a way to not only pay their 

respects, but also leave behind a note of 

support or a memento to express their 

Goodwill Hosts Holiday Party For Disabled Clients Pennsauken BIG Council 

Launches 2013 Membership Drive 

Goodwill’s Sheltered Workshop/Out - 

sourcing Center employs a workforce 

of local residents with severe disabilities 

who perform light industrial outsourcing 

tasks for companies like 

Comcast and Subaru. This provides 

them with the opportunity to learn, 

to work and to earn a paycheck. 

Since many come from families struggling 

to make ends meet or live in 

group homes, Goodwill hosted a festive 

holiday celebration for them with 

supporters “adopting clients” for the 

day at Camden County Boathouse in Pennsauken. This year, 150 clients joined the celebration 

and received a gift from Santa Claus himself! In addition, the event featured a traditional holiday 

feast, dee-jay, dancing and the spreading of plenty of goodwill. To see a video of this heartwarming 

event, visit All Around Pennsauken’s Facebook page. 

solidarity with our Connecticut 

neighbors. 

Pennsauken Schools’ 

Commitment to Safety 

In a message sent home 

with all students, Pennsauken 

School Superintendent Marilyn 

Martinez stressed the District’s 

commitment to keeping 

both students and staff safe. 

continued on page 21 

The evergreen tree outside 

of the Pennsauken Township 

Building was turned into 

a memorial for those who 

lost their lives during the 

tragedy in Connecticut. The 

tree was decorated with 20 

angels and six Christmas 

bells for the students and 

teachers lost at Sandy 

Hook Elementary. 

Not resting on the laurels of the accomplishments 

of 2012, the Business, Industry, 

and Government Council of Pennsauken 

Township has launched its 2013 membership 

drive. The goal: increasing both the 

size of the organization and its impact on 

the local community. 

Last year, the B.I.G. Council experienced 

record involvement from local 

companies and organizations, increasing 

paid memberships by over 50 percent 

from 2011. With the start of the New Year, 

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B.I.G. Council Chairperson Tim Ellis 

hopes to build on this growth. 

“We’re excited about how quickly our 

organization has grown since it was revitalized 

three years ago. But with each year, we 

still ask ourselves, ‘How can we do more?’ 

By continuing to grow our organization, 

we can make significant investments 

into our community. This support helps 

to create a more stable business environment, 

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E D I T O R ’ S 

D 

ESK 

By Frank Sinatra, 

AAP Editor 

The Mayans 

were wrong. The 

world did not 

spin off its axis 

and hurtle into 

Frank Sinatra 

the Sun; giant 

space aliens took a wrong turn at the Van 

Allen Belt and missed invading our 

planet by a few parsecs; and the zombie 

invasion got postponed until summer, because 

the mindless horde craving human 

flesh was just dead tired. Regardless of 

your world-ending catastrophe of choice, 

Dec. 21 came and went, we all counted 

down to midnight on New Year’s Eve, 

and we find ourselves faced with another 

365 days of opportunity. 

Opportunity; it’s what we all think 

A Word From The Editor: New Opportunities For 2013 

about this time of year. You can’t help but 

look back at 2012, take stock of what 

you’ve done, and see how 2013 can be better. 

We do it personally. We do it professionally. 

And if we’re lucky, 50 percent of 

what we plan to do actually sticks. So with 

a little bit of regret, I have to admit I may 

have ruined the bell curve on this one. 

My first year as editor of All Around 

Pennsauken has been even better than 

I expected. Writing about my home 

town is really an awesome job. I’ve had 

some really great experiences, interviewing 

professional baseball players at the 

first-ever Bailey Bowl; getting a front 

row seat to listen to pop-culture icon 

Stan Lee; and talking with students from 

Pennsauken High School as they 

prepped an experiment headed to the 

International Space Station. There were 

also some stories that really made your 

heart heavy with sadness, like talking 

with the grieving parents of Michael 

Hagan; the loss of AAP volunteer photographer 

Marie Giebel; and saying 

goodbye to education pioneer Howard 

M. Phifer. 

If you’ve noticed, the one thing in 

common with these stories, other than 

their geography, is that people are the 

focus of each one. It’s the people in our 

community, their trials and tribulations, 

which not only make the stories interesting, 

but also highlight how great our 

town is. Having the opportunity to share 

these stories with you is a very special 

gift, and I look forward to another year 

of writing about the people that make 

Pennsauken what it is today. 

Speaking of people, I have an oppor- 

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paper has wonderful contributors who 

share a true passion for our town. We try 

to offer a little something for everyone 

in our paper. These talented men and 

women make it look easy. I also wanted 

to single out All Around Pennsauken’s 

great publishing staff. There have been 

some late nights shared in order to get 

the newspaper to the printer on time, 

and there’s not a better bunch to burn 

the midnight oil with. 

For 2013, we at All Around Penn - 

sauken look forward to making the most 

of our opportunity to share the stories, 

both happy and sad, that you find in 

Pennsauken every day. We encourage 

you to continue to share your story ideas 

at aap@twp.pennsauken.nj.us. E-mail us 

your wedding announcements, anniver- 

saries, special accomplishments, and upcoming 

events; anything you can’t wait 

to shout from the rooftops. We also love 

to hear about former Pennsauken residents 

who have gone out into the world 

and made a name for themselves. Who 

knows? We just might be able to use it 

for the next edition. Also, be sure to follow 

us on Facebook; there’s only so 

much you can fit on newspaper print, 

and you’ll learn about many other things 

happening in town and our surrounding 

community on a daily basis. 

In closing, my New Year’s wish to my 

fellow Pennsauken residents and Merchantville 

neighbors is that you and your 

loved ones find all the great opportunities 

that await you in 2013. It’s going to 

be a very exciting time; I can’t wait to 

share it with you. 

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Name of Owner _______________________________________________________ 

Address ______________________________________________________________ 

Telephone No. _________________________________________________________ 

Number of Dogs at this address _______________ 

Dog’s Name ________________________________________________ 

Sex of Dog ______________ Dog’s Age ______________ Breed _____________ 

Length of Dog’s Hair (Circle one) SHORT MEDIUM LONG 

Color and Markings ____________________________________ _________________ 

Rabies Inoculation Expiration Date ______________________________________ 

Dog’s Name ________________________________________________ 

Sex of Dog ______________ Dog’s Age ______________ Breed _____________ 

Length of Dog’s Hair (Circle one) SHORT MEDIUM LONG 

Color and Markings ____________________________________ _________________ 

Rabies Inoculation Expiration Date ______________________________________ 

STATE REGULATIONS CONSIDER A DOG’S VACCINATION VALID 

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All dog licenses must be renewed during January. Failure to obtain or renew a dog license 

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Pennsauken’s Historic Houses Offer Glimpse Into Town’s Past 

By Alan Gibson, AAP Contributor 

Pennsauken’s historic houses, the 

Griffith Morgan House and Burrough- 

Dover House, recently opened their 

doors to show visitors what colonial life 

was like in Pennsauken. 

The Burrough-Dover House was built 

in 1710 and named for both its original 

owners, Samuel and Hannah Burrough, 

and its final owner, William Dover. The 

house was occupied until 1960, then purchased 

by the Pennsauken Historical Society 

in 1964. 

Members of the Historical Society 

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Costumed reenactors were on hand to 

give tours of the house. The museum on 

the third floor showed artifacts from 

house, as well as other items of 

Pennsauken history. 

Christine MacDonald Schum was on 

hand to demonstrate colonial cooking. 

Using the building’s hearth, she served visitors 

a typical colonial meal of ham pottage, 

a soup of ham, Swiss chard, and potatoes. 

She also made flat bread and fried apples 

in honey, butter, and cinnamon. 

Seasonally inspired harvest music was 

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How The Past Is 

Present In Pennsauken 

By Robert Fisher-Hughes, AAP Columnist 

and Amateur Historian 

The story of a town is the story of its 

people, past and present. And if, as it has 

been observed since Socrates, an unexamined 

life is not worth living, then a 

town must preserve a sense of its history 

to be worthy of its citizenry. How we do 

that in Pennsauken is my subject. 

The continuing project to give meaningful 

expression to Pennsauken Township’s 

history began in earnest a little 

more than 50 years ago, during the 

statewide preparations to celebrate the 

300th anniversary of the founding of 

New Jersey as a British colony. Throughout 

the state, local residents began to 

look about their towns to find the linkages 

on their landscape and in their 

records between their municipal story 

and the story of New Jersey, and by extension, 

to the story of America. 

In Pennsauken, a small number of early 

structures that preserved their historic 

character in their very architecture, as well 

as in local memory, became a rallying 

point for all kinds of townspeople who 

wanted Pennsauken to claim its heritage. 

Support from the statewide campaign to 

mark the tercentenary and similar efforts 

in surrounding towns helped recruit many 

talented people of good will, from the 

Township Committee to teachers, lawyers 

to school children. Volunteer time, small 

but numerous financial contributions, talent 

and expertise were exerted with enthusiasm 

in the project of local history. 

Sometimes their enthusiasm outpaced 

their historical skill, but they started something 

that continues to this day. 

Their first focus was on the colonial 

farmhouse known as the Burrough- 

Dover House. To continue the effort beyond 

1964, the year of the tercentenary, 

an organization was formed to carry on 

the work at the old house and throughout 

the town: The Pennsauken Historical 

Society. Two committed members of the 

movement began to apply their particular 

talents to produce a written and illustrated 

history of Pennsauken Township. 

They were school teachers Jack Fichter 

and Edmund Halber. 

Other ambitions for local history were 

soon identified, some successful and others 

not. The badly battered and abandoned 

Griffith Morgan House was made 

the objective of another historical organization, 

the Griffith Morgan Committee, 

and restoration based on existing records 

and best practices began. Efforts to find 

LOOKING BACK 

IN HISTORY 

remnants of other historical buildings 

such as the J. Dunbar Hylton home on Mt. 

Pleasant were less successful, as were projects 

to locate the site of an early English 

fort said to have existed near Pennsauken 

Creek. Efforts to save one of the earliest 

schools in the Township and to establish a 

small, dedicated museum of local history 

were also not successful. 

However, the organized efforts to preserve 

local history and share it with the 

community went on, bolstered by the 

new recruitments of volunteers, energized 

by the visible progress at the historic 

houses, and by the potential 

promised by other ambitious projects. 

Our community’s history was again 

highlighted when we celebrated our municipal 

centenary in 1992, and when a photographic 

history of Pennsauken, edited by 

Kathleen J. Crane, was published in 1997. 

Encouraged by state legislation to do 

so, Pennsauken included a “historic 

preservation element” in its master plan, 

which is intended to guide the long-range 

development of the Township. To fulfill 

its stated commitment, the Township 

continued to provide help in various 

forms to the Pennsauken Historical Society 

and the Griffith Morgan Committee 

after the transfer of the respective 

properties. Assistance with maintaining 

the historic properties and their grounds, 

with publicity for community events at 

the houses, shuttle transportation between 

the houses during events, and visits 

by Township officials as well as county 

and state-level officials are all contributions 

to the value of historic preservation 

in Pennsauken Township. The support of 

the Township and the county, as well as 

the local business community from the 

earliest days to today, have been crucial 

to the stability and vitality of the work of 

local historical preservation. 

If thanks and appreciation are due to 

the Township administration, however, 

the members of the community who volunteer 

and support the historical organizations 

of the Township, whether by 

their membership or by their participation, 

are the organizations themselves. 

Both the Pennsauken Historical Society 

and the Griffith Morgan Committee 

have always been and continue to be allvolunteer 

organizations: a labor of love 

and of community spirit. 

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WAGSWORLD The Road Paved With New Year’s Resolutions 

By Bob Wagner 

AAP Columnist 

Faced with the daunting task of 

documenting my New Year’s resolutions, 

I have once again retreated to the 

safety of my garage. It is quiet here, and 

dark. It is dark because my son’s New 

Year’s resolution of 2002, to put up nice 

shiny new lights in my garage, is still 

unresolved. But I dare not complain. 

Because, as I look around me, I see piles 

and clumps of stuff. Projects and collections 

of a thousand promises to the good 

wife to clean up, fix, or organize, made over 

years and years, with all good intentions. 

Grandmom Ethel, now long de- 

ceased, was fond of telling me that “the 

road to hell is paved with good intentions.” 

She was, of course, correct. 

At the time of the writing of this article, 

I should be out Christmas shopping. But 

I am caught up in the clutter of my personal 

version of “flat surface syndrome.” 

Every spare flat surface holds treasure. 

And since the recent opening of that 

huge men’s toy store, known to some as 

Harbor Freight, and to others as “the first 

step on the stairs to hell,” I keep finding 

bags of tools, unopened. I could give my 

wife a few of these trinkets for her stocking. 

The electric tester is cute, and in a nice 

holiday red. Add a tape measure, new 

screw drivers, a block and tackle with 30 

feet of rope, and a high speed, multi angle, 

Woman’s Club “Knit Wits” Make Hats, 

Scarves, More For Those In Need 

For a second year, a group of knitters 

from the Evening Membership Department 

of the Woman’s Club of Merchantville, 

aka the “Knit Wits,” are 

making items to donate to people in 

need. This year, the recipients are the 

homeless, jobless and working poor who 

visit the Cathedral Kitchen, the 

renowned non-profit that has been serving 

meals to the poor of Camden since 

1976 and is the largest emergency food 

provider in the city. Three hundred and 

nineteen scarves, 28 hats, 35 headbands, 

and 40 pairs of gloves were already 

dropped off in time for the holidays. The 

“Knit Wits” are in need of yarn to continue 

their knitting projects. If anyone 

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increased eco nomic 

growth, and individual 

business success. 

Community 

involvement is vital 

to sustaining local commerce and small 

businesses in today’s economic climate 

and helps to generate more active support 

from local consumers.” 

Ellis also explained that growing 

B.I.G. Council membership increases the 

opportunity to network with a wide variety 

of different business types. 

“We’ve always been a diverse organization. 

Our members come from so 

many industries: from real estate to 

banking and health care to auto repair. 

It really creates an environment conducive 

to business partnerships. We’ve 

always said, if you need to find something 

for your business, you can find it 

right here in our community.” 

While the membership drive lasts all 

year, businesses are encouraged to join 

now in order to truly benefit from their 

investment. Paying members receive 

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“It’s all about creating value,” adds 

Ellis. “The reason why the B.I.G. Council 

remains strong year after year is that company 

owners and business professionals 

take away something from each B.I.G. 

Council meeting and truly benefit from 

our initiatives.” 

For more information regarding the 

membership drive, contact Membership 

Coordinator Nancy Ellis at 856-220-6313 

or nancywarrenellis@aol.com. 

Building On Past Successes 

In the past three years, the B.I.G. 

Council has made significant strides, investing 

over $200,000 back into the 

Pennsauken community. From saving 

the annual holiday parade and bringing 

back the Pennsauken Car and Bike 

Show, to hosting the first-ever business 

summit and helping launch Camden 

County’s “Shop Local” initiative, the organization 

has a substantial body of 

work to build from. 

“Every success our organization has allows 

us to do even more in our community,” 

says Ellis. “With everything that 

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port of Township events, plans are underway 

to partner with the AFL-CIO 

for a special rededication of the Peter J. 

McGuire Memorial in Arlington Cemetery 

in Pennsauken, supporting further 

streetscape improvements, and inviting 

engaging speakers to discuss important 

business-related issues during the organization’s 

monthly meetings. 

Our Next Meeting 

The Business, Industry, and Government 

Council of Pennsauken Township 

will be voting on its officers for 2013 at 

its first meeting of the new year. 

B.I.G. Council members are encouraged 

to attend the breakfast meeting on 

Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 at Colleen’s at 

the Savoy, 1444 Rt. 73 North, Penn - 

sauken, where the organization will vote 

on its new Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, 

Secretary, and Treasurer; key roles 

that will help shape the direction of the 

B.I.G. Council in 2013. 

Registration for the January meeting 

begins at 7:45 a.m.; breakfast begins at 

8:00 a.m. The cost is $20 per person. To 

RSVP for the event, please e-mail Terry 

Carr at tcarr@twp.pennsauken.nj.us. 

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Center II, owned and managed by 

Kaiserman Company, Inc., have earned 

the U.S. Environmental Protection 

Agency’s (EPA’s) ENERGY STAR 

certification, signifying that the buildings 

perform in the top 25 percent of similar 

facilities nationwide for energy efficiency 

and meet strict energy efficiency performance 

levels set by the EPA. To celebrate 

this significant accomplishment, 

Kaiserman Company held a solar roof 

ribbon cutting ceremony at the Kevon 

Office Center, 2500 McClellan Ave., 

Pennsauken. 

“Kaiserman Company is pleased to 

accept the EPA’s ENERGY STAR certification 

in recognition of our energy efficiency 

efforts,” said Homer Robinson, 

president and CEO, Kaiserman Company. 

“Through this achievement, we 

have demonstrated our commitment to 

environmental stewardship while also 

lowering our energy costs.” 

“This was a building that was first built 

in the early 70s, and we’ve brought it 

fashion forward in an effort to continue 

with our commitment to sustainability,” 

added Larry Shontz, Kaiserman’s vice 

president and COO. 

As part of the ceremony, John Kneib, 

Township committeeman and mayor of 

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John Kneib, Township committeeman 

and mayor of Pennsauken for 2012, 

presents Homer Robinson, president 

and CEO of Kaiserman Company with 

a resolution from State Senator James 

Beach, in recognition of Kevon Office 

Center, and Kevon Office Center II earning 

the U.S. Environmental Protection 

Agency’s ENERGY STAR certification. 

Pennsauken for 2012, helped unveil 

Kevon Office Center’s new solar roof installation, 

and presented a resolution on 

behalf of State Senator James Beach, 

who was unable to attend. 

“The Township is proud to be part of 

this landmark event and to celebrate 

with the Kevon Office Center as they receive 

the ENERGY STAR certificate,” 

says Kneib. “This is the first building in 

Pennsauken that is receiving this rating. 

The Kaiserman Company has been a 

stalwart in Pennsauken and I congratulate 

them on this project.” 

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Avoid Falls, Injury Due To Snow And Ice By Being Cautious, Prepared 

Winter has arrived, and the cold, 

snowy and icy weather that goes with it 

is soon to follow. Falls account for more 

than one million injuries in the U.S. annually. 

The most common type of fall is 

known as the “slip and fall,” which often 

happens when a surface is not cleared of 

snow or ice. 

“Every winter the hazards of driving 

in snow and icy conditions are noted, but 

rarely is walking on snow and ice addressed,” 

said Martin B. Tirado, CAE, executive 

director of the Snow & Ice 

Management Association. “Slipping and 

falling while walking accounts for a large 

number of winter-related injuries and 

can have an impact on the quality of life 

for the injured person.” 

SIMA, the national nonprofit organization 

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walking. 

TIP #1: Wear proper footwear. Proper 

footwear should place the entire foot 

on the surface of the ground and have 

visible treads. Avoid a smooth sole and 

opt for a heavy treaded shoe with a flat 

bottom. 

TIP #2: Accessorize to see and be seen. 

Wear sunglasses so that you can see in 

the reflective light of the snow. Also, wear 

a bright coat or scarf so that drivers can 

easily see you. 

TIP #3: Plan ahead. While walking on 

snow or ice on sidewalks or in parking 

lots, walk consciously. Instead of looking 

down, look up and see where your feet 

will move next to anticipate ice or an uneven 

surface. Occasionally scan from left 

to right to ensure you are not in the way 

of vehicles or other hazards. 

TIP #4: Make sure you can hear. While 

seeing the environment is important, you 

also want to be sure you can hear approaching 

traffic and other noises. Avoid 

listening to music or engaging in conversation 

that may prevent you from hearing 

oncoming traffic or snow removal 

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TIP #5: Anticipate ice. Be wary of thin 

sheets of ice that may appear as wet 

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melted snow refreezes at night. 

TIP #6:Walk steps slowly. When walking 

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January 2013 

How The Past Is Present In Pennsauken 


Today the involvement of the community, 

you and your neighbors, is more 

important than ever, and can take many 

forms. Simply attending scheduled 

events, becoming a dues-paying member, 

helping to set up tables or to clear 

brush from the nature trail, contributing 

your talents and interest at events by 

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playing historically-appropriate music or 

teaching children how our ancestors 

lived their lives, even helping to with the 

upkeep of the old houses; all these help 

the continuing project of preserving our 

local history. Planning new projects, writing 

for newsletters, sealing envelopes or 

writing grant proposals are all ways to 

contribute, as are becoming an officer to 

guide the future of our history. 

You can find out more about the 

Pennsauken Historical Society and Griffith 

Morgan Committee if you attend 

their meetings. The Pennsauken Historical 

Society meets the third Tuesday of 

the month, and the Griffith Morgan 

House meets the fourth Thursday of the 

month. You can also find announcements 

of meetings and events as well as 

interesting facts about Pennsauken history 

by visiting the Facebook pages of 

Pennsauken Historical Society and the 

Griffith Morgan House. 

In little over a year, the fiftieth anniversary 

of the local history movement 

in Pennsauken Township, part of a larger 

movement throughout the state of New 

Jersey, will be here. Preparations to celebrate 

will be made throughout the coming 

months. Other events that will shape 

and be shaped by our local historical organizations 

are coming as well; such as 

the expected opening of the new 

Pennsauken transit station on Derousse 

Avenue, with historical themes and images 

incorporated into the design; the ongoing 

project to include historical as well 

as natural interpretation in the transformation 

of Petty’s Island into a publically 

accessible refuge; an anniversary of a 

uniquely American entertainment institution 

that was pioneered here in 

Pennsauken; the progress of the movement 

to have Pennsauken Township nationally 

recognized for its monument to 

the founder of the national Labor Day 

holiday; and new, regional initiatives underway 

to present a broader picture of our 

local history throughout the entire county. 

When surveyed recently about the 

new Pennsauken transit station, one local 

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Pennsauken’s Town Watch holds its 

next meeting Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 7:30 

p.m. at the Pennsauken Police Station, 

2400 Bethel Ave., Second Floor. All are 

welcome. For more information, call 856- 

663-0110. 

Friends Of The Library 

The Friends of the Pennsauken Library 

are individuals, families, organizations, 

and businesses who support our 

public library. The next meeting of the 

Friends will be on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 7 

p.m. in the meeting room of the 

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It would also be a great time to get involved, 

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Hallmarks Of The Season 

As December was drawing 

to a close and the deadline 

for my January column was 

upon me, I was hoping to be 

inspired by something other 

than New Year’s resolutions. 

And so, in almost a magical 

way, I was. All it took was a 

short drive around the corner 

to Bethel Ave. and Rogers. 

To get the full impact of 

this story we have to turn the 

clocks back to Oct. 29, 2012, the day Hurricane 

Sandy struck our fair city. 

For most of us it was an inconvenience; 

power outages went on for a few 

days and that was about it. Others less 

fortunate had their homes destroyed as 

trees fell randomly, and families were displaced, 

and heartsick. 

In our home, on the eve of the storm, 

we heard a not-so-far-away HUGE 

crash. Although I was curious to see what 

it was, I was urged by my less curious, and 

much smarter, husband to stay inside the 

house and remain safe. 

The following day, when the storm 

had died down considerably, we took a 

walk around the neighborhood and 

there, right around the corner from us, 

was the reason for that huge crash. A 

tremendously large tree, by all appearances 

at least 100 years old, totally uprooted, 

right there in the middle of 

Bethel Ave. A police car was guarding 

the area, cones and caution tape were in 

place, and all we could do was look in 

amazement at what Mother Nature can 

do when she’s all riled up. 

Days passed, and the cones and tape 

remained. A few days after that, workers 

began to remove the debris from Bethel 

Ave. Two weeks after the storm, all that 

was left on the side of the street was this 

rather large stump, still surrounded by 

cones and caution tape. 

Traffic soon resumed in a normal pattern 

down Bethel, but I noticed it was a 

slower one. As I drove down the street, 

the cars ahead of me would almost come 

to a halt in front of the old stump. I even 

saw some people walking by and stopping, 

just standing there. 

As a writer, I always wonder why people 

do what they do and what they could 

be thinking. And by the looks on many 

of those faces, I imagined they were coming 

to grips with what just happened, 

stopping to look and say a prayer for 

those less fortunate, or maybe they were 

By Judith Kristen 

AAP Columnist 

Pennsauken’s “Hurricane Sandy Tree,” a symbol of 

joy and hope for the holidays and for the New Year. 

just curious to see what was on the business 

end of a hundred-year-old tree. 

My own focus immediately turned to 

our dear friends in Staten Island, Lorraine 

and Des, who lost everything. There is 

nothing left for them but memories. 

Many of us in Pennsauken are very connected 

to people in both the northern end 

of our state and in New York; we know 

people who are still without a place to call 

their own. Many lives were lost, and animals 

were left injured and homeless. 

And every time I saw that old tree 

stump there on the corner of Bethel and 

Rogers, a new place in my heart was 

touched. 

Another week went by, and soon 

Thanksgiving was upon us. On Black Friday, 

as I drove down Bethel Ave., I noticed 

something was different. The 

caution tape that surrounded the 

“Sandy” tree stump was now draped 

over it like Christmas garland, complete 

with a big, full bow, there for all to see in 

its stunning yellow and black glory. 

As I rode by it the next day, I noticed 

there were a few more ornaments on it. 

Then I rode by again later that evening 

and there were a few more. So in the spirit 

of things, I drove home and got some of 

that green and silver garland we had, and 

draped it over what was left of the tree. 

This isn’t a gorgeous pine tree like the 

one in Washington or the one that graces 

Rockefeller Center, this is a real symbol 

of hope! 

Sadly, to some people I’m sure it will 

mean nothing as they drive by. They 

might even think, “Who’s crazy enough 

to bother to decorate that funky old tree 

stump?” But to me and many others in 

our fair neighborhood, it’s a genuinely 

beautiful and joy-filled Christmas tree. 

The eyes of love and hope will always 

make the difference! 

And then in the days that followed 

there were even more decorations, Santa 

continued on page 27


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School 

in 

EACH MONTH, THE PENNSAUKEN BOARD OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES STUDENTS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS AND SUCCESS IN OUR SCHOOLS. 

THESE STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE BOARD OF EDUCATION BUSINESS MEETING FOR AN INFORMAL AWARDS CEREMONY. 

Angelina Dougherty, Elementary Student 

of the Month, seen here with her 

family, Fine School Principal Rosalyn 

Lawrence, and Board of Education 

Member Mr. Bernhard Kofoet. 

Kathy Nguyen, tenth grade PHS 

Student of the Month recipient, 

seen here with her family and Board 

of Education Member Dr. Allyson 

Meloni. 

Carson School News 

The opening of the new school year for 

Mrs. Fox-Tonia’s fourth grade class was 

awesome. The students quickly learned 

the routine and jumped right into learning 

and creating new experiences. Their class 

would like to share their thoughts. 

Diangelo: I have learned how to add 

and subtract whole numbers. 

Desteni: I have learned to read 

smoothly. 

Karim: I am enjoying my first year in 

the gifted program. 

Vivian: I have learned to add more details 

to my paragraphs. 

Amanda: In social studies, I have 

learned that New Jersey’s population has 

a different amount of people living in different 

parts of the state. 

Tanayzsha: I have learned the reasons 

why it is important not to smoke. 

Daniela: I have learned more English 

Students of the Month Award Ceremony 

Kaitlin Soriano, Intermediate School 

Student of the Month Recipient, 

with her family and Board of Education 

Member Mr. Rick Brown. 

Eleventh grade PHS Student of the 

Month Tyler Diaz, his parents and 

Board of Education Member Mr. 

Bernhard Kofoet. 

and now I am able to read more fun 

books. 

Jenairy: In science, I have learned that 

there are different kinds of heat: conduction, 

convection, and radiation. 

Amaah: In PE, I am enjoying all of the 

sports. 

Darian: I have learned how to write a 

better, persuasive essay by using a graphic 

organizer. 

Frank: I have learned how to play the 

viola. 

Kenny: I have learned how to write 

endings, such as ending with a question. 

Heavyn-Lee: I enjoy playing the saxophone 

in band. 

Tynayah: I enjoy playing the flute in 

band. 

Mrs. Fox-Tonia’s fourth grade will continue 

to fill their backpacks by working 

hard and enhancing their learning. 

Phifer Middle School Student of the 

Month Recipient Emily Huber, seen 

here with mother, and Board of Education 

Member Dr. Allyson Meloni. 

Autumn Melvage, eleventh grade 

PHS Student of the Month, seen 

here with her mother, and Board of 

Education President Mr. Danny 

O’Brien. 

Fine and Roosevelt 

Participate In A 

Week Of Giving 

Students from Fine and Roosevelt 

Schools recently gave back to the 

Pennsauken community. 

Each school participated in a weeklong 

food collection, where students and 

staff were encouraged to donate items 

suitable for Thanksgiving dinner. 

Thanksgiving baskets were made up 

using the donated non-perishable items. 

A total of 10 baskets were delivered 

to Fine and Roosevelt families. Approximately 

100 pounds of food was also delivered 

to St. Cecilia’s Food Pantry, as 

well as to the New Jersey Food Bank. 

This school-wide endeavor enabled 

the students to share with those less fortunate 

and to be thankful for what they 

have in the spirit of Thanksgiving. 

Sienna Gross, ninth grade PHS Student 

of the Month recipient, her 

family, and Board of Education 

Member Mr. Rick Brown. 

Jerermy Morales, twelfth grade PHS 

Student of the Month Recipient, accompanied 

by his mother, with 

Board of Education Member Mr. 

Matthew McDevitt. 

Tenth grade PHS Student of the 

Month Quyen Le, seen here with her 

mother, and Board of Education 

Member Mr. Matthew McDevitt. 

Twelfth grade PHS School Student 

of the Month Recipient Shannon 

Wood, with her parents proudly by 

her side, and Board of Education 

Member Mr. Michael Stargell. 

Middle School Students Of The Month 

Phifer Middle School’s faculty and administration 

is proud to recognize the 

Students of the Month. 

October 

Seventh Grade – George Mendoza, 

Nicolette Montgomery, Terrence Phillips, 

David Raymond, Keishla Sanchez, and 

Myanni Ubarry. 

Eighth Grade – Alyza Alix, Samantha 

Baez, Melissa Garcia, Kiara Mateo- 

Walker, Michael Nguyen, Noah Padilla, 

Bryan Torres, and Reynaldo Urena. 

November 

Seventh Grade – Samantha Bravo, 

Jimmy Kim, Ben Kreuter, Joshua Negron, 

Serenity Sanders, and Medina 

Talebi. 

Eighth Grade – Ryan Brown, Channy 

Danh, Vanessa Gomez, Alexandria 

Labenski, Tyler Lee, Kiara Mateo- 

Walker, and James Thompson. 

PENNSAUKEN SCHOOL NEWS 

For further information about the articles or events published in the 

Penn sauken School News section of “All Around Pennsauken” 

Please contact Betty Slater, Editor 

856-662-6455 x7100 bslater@pennsauken.net


January 2013 

Pennsauken Schools Make Grand Entrance In Holiday Parade 

Families lined the streets of 

Pennsauken to see the annual Penn - 

sauken Township Holiday Parade on 

The Pennsauken High School 

Apache Marching Band lined up for 

the Holiday Parade. 

Delair School was well-represented 

for the parade. 

By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor 

From Pennsauken to outer space and 

back again; the experiment created by 

two Pennsauken High School students 

as part of a special program designed to 

inspire the next generation of scientists 

has returned from the International 

Space Station. Michelle Wan and Lacy 

Smith, the PHS seniors who developed 

the experiment, were eager to see and 

record the results of their hard work. 

The two students created an experiment 

using chicken bones designed to 

test the effect of uric acid on the human 

body in space. Wan and Smith painstakingly 

removed both the test and control 

samples, recorded their observations and 

weighed the samples. The initial results: 

the test tube sample that spent time in 

space deteriorated at a faster rate than 

the control sample, confirming Lacy’s 

thoughts on the experiment. 

“I thought [the decay] would be faster 

in space,” explained Smith. “Something 

just told me that’s what was going to 

happen.” 

Both students expressed hope that 

the data from the experiment might not 

only help the astronauts during long- 

Nov. 24. Pennsauken Schools were 

proud to be a part of this event. Each 

school was represented and carried a 

Superintendent Martinez with students 

and faculty from Baldwin 

School before the parade. 

The students of Fine School enjoyed 

participating in the parade. 

term missions in space, but also be used 

to treat gout and similar conditions here 

on Earth. 

The PHS project was made possible 

through the Student Spaceflight Experiments 

Program, a U.S. national science, 

school banner provided by the 

Pennsauken Alliance Against Substance 

Abuse (PASA). 

Burling School students and staff 

were dressed for the “Night Before 

Christmas” as they walked along 

with their mascot. 

These smiling faces show what a 

wonderful time everyone had walking 

in the holiday parade. 

Pennsauken High School Experiment Headed To 

International Space Station 

Michelle Han and Lacy Smith, two Pennsauken High School seniors, record the 

data from their science experiment that just returned from the International 

Space Station. PHS Teacher Peter Woodcock helps supervise the process. 

technology, engineering, and mathematics 

(STEM) education initiative that 

gives typically 300 to 1,000 students the 

ability to design and propose real experiments 

to fly in low Earth orbit on the International 

Space Station. 

Phifer Middle School News 

Congratulations to Mrs. Fishers’ eighth grade science students from 

Phifer Middle School, who are finalists in the Student Spaceflight Experiments 

Program (SSEP) Mission 3 to the International Space Station. 

These students will be testing to see if microgravity has an effect on 

the rate at which egg shells decompose when placed in an acid. The 

students will be conducting the experiment on Earth at the same time 

as in space. 

Delair School Receives Visit From Author 

On Nov. 14, the students of Delair 

School were treated to a visit from a children’s 

author courtesy of the PTA. 

Author Chrysa Smith, came to Delair 

to talk about her career as an author, and 

to let the students know about her new 

book, “The Well Bred Book,” an adventure 

about Groundhog Day. 

This book is the fourth of a series of 

self-published books under the series: 

“The Adventures of the Poodle Posse.” 

The first book contains two tales: The 

Case of the Missing Steak Bone and 

Who Let the Dogs Out? That book won 

a Mom’s Choice Award for excellence in 

Juvenile Fiction. Her next two books in 

the series were, “The Princess and the 

Frenchmen/No Dogs Allowed!” and 

“Creepy Tails!,” a Halloween adventure 

and activity book. The suggested age for 

reading this series is grade two and up. 

The students also had the opportunity 

to purchase any of Smith’s books and 

have them signed by the author. 

This was a wonderful experience for 

everyone. 

Author Chrysa Smith posed with several students during her visit to Delair School.


Page 15 

As Seen In The Penndian: What’s An NTA? 

By Alice Cooper, Class of 2013 

From time to time, All Around Penn - 

sauken will reprint articles seen in the 

Penndian, PHS’ student newspaper. This 

article is from the paper’s fall edition. 

You may have seen them in the morning 

before homeroom, in between 

classes, or in the cafeteria, walking 

pompously through the school hallways, 

walkie-talkies in hand, effectively telling 

students where to be or giving vital information 

to teachers. Mr. Jones and Ms. 

Tapp diligently function as Pennsauken 

High School’s very own NTAs, professionally 

known as nonteaching assistants. 

Although they do not teach in the classrooms, 

their everyday roles in the school 

remain important to the regulations of 

both the staff and student body. 

Primarily, a brief description of the 

NTA is to assist school administrators in 

enforcing the school laws throughout the 

building. The majority of the students at 

Pennsauken High School do an excellent 

job in adhering to our school policies. 

Likewise, throughout the school, Mr. 

Jones and Ms. Tapp do their part in maintaining 

security issues, controlling student 

attendance, administering to behavioral 

issues, and implementing the ever-important 

uniform policy. In addition to enforcing 

school laws, our NTAs have a great 

deal of power and influence within the 

school as well. They are able to investigate 

suspicious behavior, chaperone 

school functions, and directly work with 

Pennsauken’s police enforcement as 

needed. It is amazing to consider that all 

of this responsibility is placed upon two 

single individuals! To continue, although 

the NTAs may come off as intimidating, 

please realize that they are very open- 

Focusing On Higher Levels 

Of Learning For The New Year 

By Marilyn Martinez, Superintendent, Pennsauken School District 

Welcome back to school! I hope that 

everyone enjoyed the Winter Break and 

look forward to the New Year of 2013. 

The start of a new year always gives you 

time to reflect on the year before and to 

make new and challenging plans. Our 

focus for the new year is to establish 

higher levels of teaching and learning. 

We are proud of our many accomplishments 

during the beginning of this 

school year. All elementary schools have 

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School, Middle School, and High 

School have also made significant 

progress. 

Through the development of partnerships 

with our school families we will be 

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or teachers, can ask them for help 

and receive a definite and reassuring response. 

Both former Pennsauken graduates 

themselves, Mr. Jones and 

Ms. Tapp admire the diversity which 

Pennsauken High School has to offer 

and are fully aware of the potential 

which the students possess. As NTAs, 

they view their jobs as great opportunities 

to give back towards the community 

and guide students with their own life lessons. 

Furthermore, if you see Mr. Jones 

or Ms. Tapp in the hallways doing their 

jobs, do not fear their prowess; instead, 

thank them for the significant contributions 

which they give daily to this institution. 

PHS is able to function as a 

wonderful place for students and staff, all 

in part to the work of the NTAs. 

Delair Big Dreams 

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January 2 Schools Reopen from Winter Break 

January 8 Carson School Winter Concert – 7:00 p.m. 

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Administration Building – 7:00 p.m. 

January 17 Fine School Winter Concert – 7:00 p.m. 

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January 24 Board of Education Business Meeting – 

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PEOPLEINTHENEWS 

By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist 

If ever anyone has managed to do 100 

years of living on this planet justice, it is 

William Henry O’Donnell. 

And as far as I’m concerned, “Bill” is 

the platinum standard we should all 

aspire to. 

I was most fortunate to meet up with 

Mr. O’Donnell, his beautiful family, and 

wonderful friends at The Collins House 

in Merchantville, where the birthday boy 

received full honors and lots of love from 

his many admirers, which included all 

five of his children. 

Bill, formerly of Pennsauken for 

many, many years, is now a resident of 

Gibbstown, NJ, where he lives with his 

oldest daughter and her husband. 

And a happier man than Mr. O’Donnell 

you’d be hard-pressed to find. 

Born in humble beginnings on Dec. 

14, 1912, in Blackwood, NJ, Mr. O’Donnell 

has seen a lot of living. And it’s not 

just because he’s lived 100 years. It’s because 

he lived a full life, all of his life. 

Bill is still a man who has a happy reason 

to wake up every day. And he looks 

back with much joy for the life he was 

given and how he loved and valued his 

work, Agnes, his beloved wife of 56 years, 

his children, his family, as well as his community. 

And he also looks forward to a 

lot more living! 

When I remarked to Bill that I was 

also planning on being 100 years old in 

about another three decades, he smiled 

at me. Then I asked him if he’d be at my 

birthday party when I hit the century 

mark. Bill smiled again and said, “Sure, I 

will! I’m looking forward to it!” Now 

that’s my kinda guy! 

And Bill’s children are certainly chips 

off the old block. I met them all and we 

chatted about their father. You could see 

the love in their eyes and hear the happiness 

in the tone of their voices when 

they recalled the time spent with the 

lovely man they were most fortunate to 

call Dad. 

Daughter Marge, age 68, cares for her 

father in the home she shares with her 

husband, Fred. Her memories of yesteryear 

were crystal clear and joy-filled. “He 

was always there for us,” Margie recalled. 

“He was and still is a wonderful, wonderful 

man.” 

Son Michael, age 67, also had nothing 

but kind words for his father. “He gave 

all of us a sense of purpose and community. 

Everybody loved Dad.” 

Son Bill, age 63, was all smiles as he 

talked to me about his father. “Dad 

taught us to value the things that last. 

Family was very important to him. He 

was also a great communicator. Dad was 

always there to help us, or anyone, in any 

way he could. He’s still someone we all 

look up to and respect and love.” 

Son Tom, age 58, agreed with his siblings, 

“We all had jobs early on. We 

mowed lawns, shoveled snow. There 

were no idle hands in our house. We 

were raised to value our family, to have 

dreams, to be productive, but best of all 

we were raised in real love.” 

Daughter Mary, age 51, and the baby 

of the family, also recalls much happiness 

when she thinks of her father. “Dad 

showed me how to live life to the fullest. 

He and Mom were wonderful examples 

of love and family. I still remember all 

the great times we spent together when 

he would read to me. I was so lucky to 

have him for my father.” 

So what more can I add to this story 

other than to say I wish I had known Mr. 

O’Donnell sixty-four years ago. 

As I was ready to leave I wanted one 

final quote from Bill, a summation of 

sorts, a word or two to share about what 

he has learned over the course of his life 

that he would like to pass on as his legacy. 

Bill O’Donnell, a Pennsauken resident of many years, celebrated his 100th 

birthday with family and friends. O’Donnell is pictured here with his children 

Michael, Bill, Tom, Margie, and Mary. 

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With that famous O’Donnell smile he 

answered, “Live a full life. Live every 

day with purpose. Love and laugh a 

lot. Be compassionate. Give back. Help 

others. Live a good life and lead by that 

example.” 

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After I finished writing in the little 

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more photos of Bill and his family, I was 

just so overjoyed by the happiness I felt, 

I asked Mr. O’Donnell for a hug, and of 

course I got one. Then as I was leaving, 

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I smiled all the way home. 

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January 2013 

Effective January 1, 2013, 

the MPWC will be adjusting 

water rates to achieve a nominal 

3 percent increase in revenues. 

For the average 

customer who owns and resides 

in a single-family home, 

this will amount to less than 

50 cents per month! 

Since 1926, the MPWC has 

proudly adhered to their mission 

of providing the highest 

quality of water at the least 

possible cost to its rate payers. 

With changing treatment 

technologies, increased regulations 

for compliance, and 

certain infrastructure components 

nearing 100 years old, 

we have managed to maintain 

a rate structure that is affordable 

and yet allows us to 

continue maintaining your 

water distribution system in 

efficient and proper working 

order. You can see by the rate 

comparison chart shown here, 

WATER RATES FOR 2013 

A Message from Michael Saraceni, Chief Operating Officer 

this has not changed. 

The primary necessity of 

the increase in water rates is 

for ongoing support to our 

ten-year capital infrastructure 

maintenance and upgrade 

program. In 2012, the MPWC 

repaired and refinished the 

1,000,000-gallon elevated 

Woodbine Avenue water 

tank, replaced older and failing 

water mains and replaced 

filter media at one of our 

treatment plants (increasing 

efficiency and water quality). 

We also have been performing 

a water meter replacement 

initiative designed to 

upgrade technology to 

“radio-read,” alleviating the 

necessity of accessing properties 

for readings and at the 

same time improving accuracy 

to account for all water 

usage. 

For 2013, we will be refinishing 

the 3,000,000-gallon el- 

The Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission meets 

on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. 

These meetings are open to the public and are now 

being held at 6751 Westfield Avenue, Pennsauken. 

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AW-Area 3 Mt. Holly $95.23 $126.94 $158.65 $348.94 $666.07 

Collingswood $60.60 $78.65 $96.70 $205.00 $385.50 

Evesham $32.00 $40.50 $55.60 $193.80 $488.80 

Deptford $67.50 $86.25 $105.00 $217.50 $405.00 

Maple Shade $54.30 $84.80 $115.30 $298.30 $603.30 

Medford $42.50 $60.00 $77.50 $222.82 $474.82 

Mount Laurel Township $51.30 $80.05 $108.80 $330.80 $717.30 

Pine Hill $48.50 $64.00 $79.50 $172.50 $327.50 

Washington Township $22.00 $26.50 $35.00 $105.50 $316.50 

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evated water tank at our Park 

Avenue plant. This is one of 

the largest elevated tanks in 

the State of New Jersey; this 

integral component in our 

distribution system is due for 

repair and refinishing. Additionally, 

we will be moving 

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and filter media upgrades. 

In these economically trying 

and challenging times, we 

at the MPWC continue to 

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Page 19 

PUBLICWORKS Making A Community-Minded Resolution For 2013 

By Bernie Kofoet 

Public Works Superintendent 

I hope that everyone took 

time to enjoy the recent holidays 

and feels refreshed as we begin the 

New Year. 

Like many of you this time of year, I 

usually make a few resolutions. Well, 

those ten pounds I was going to lose in 

2012 are still with me. Despite some 

failed good intentions over the years, 

there have been some successes. I am 

sure most of us have been down the 

same path. 

I would like to offer a few suggested 

resolutions, which if even a small number 

of us not only make, but keep, can make 

a positive difference in our community. 

I will be a more courteous citizen. 

When I pass a stranger on the street 

or entering a building, I will smile and say, 

“Hello!” You’ll be surprised at how contagious 

this can be. I will remember to 

stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk. I will 

be a more courteous driver and not get 

angry when another driver does something 

foolish. 

I will be more understanding and tolerant 

of those around me. 

If there is a neighbor who might need 

some assistance with a chore around the 

house, rather than complaining about it, 

I will offer to help them. If there is someone 

less fortunate than I am and needs 

help with putting out their trash or picking 

up litter around their property, I’ll 

take a few minutes to help them. 

I will be a better steward of my property 

and of public property. 

I will make sure that my trash is properly 

contained. I will pick up litter on my 

property. I will use public trash containers 

when I am out. By doing so, I will be a 

leader by example. I will maintain my 

property in the same way I want others 

to maintain theirs. I will help with a community 

clean up or I will help organize 

one in my neighborhood. 

I will be more conscious of my own 

trash and work harder at separating my 

trash and recyclables. 

I will realize that I am a part of a global 

community and my actions or inactions 

have an effect, good or bad, that will impact 

future generations. Before you 

throw something in your kitchen trash, 

stop for a second to think, “Is this a recyclable?” 

With single stream recycling it is 

much easier to recycle. There is no need 

to separate papers from cans or cardboard 

from paper. It all goes into one 

container. 

I will look for positive ways to become 

more involved in the community. 

I will find a group or activity where I 

can put my talents and skills to use for 

the help of others. The volunteer opportunities 

in Pennsauken are many and 

varied. Schools, PTA, churches, youth 

groups, the fire department, veterans’ organizations, 

senior citizen groups, the library, 

the community garden program, 

the Food Bank of South Jersey, and Almost 

Home Animal Shelter all provide 

opportunities to become more involved. 

TALKIN’ TRASH 

There will be no trash or recyclables collected on New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1. 

Tuesday collections will occur on Wednesday, Jan. 2. White goods and yard waste will 

be collected on Thursday, Jan. 3. Thursday’s collections will be on Friday, Jan. 4, and 

Friday’s collection will occur on Saturday, Jan. 5, beginning at 6 a.m. 

There are no special wastes or electronic waste collection days in January 2013. 

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Fire Prevention Poster Contest Winners 

During December’s public meeting, 

Pennsauken Fire Official George 

Tutwiler of the Bureau of Fire Prevention 

and John Kneib, mayor of 

Pennsauken for 2012, honored ten stu- 

dents for their fire prevention posters. 

The 2012-2013 Fire Prevention Poster 

Contest is sponsored jointly by the 

New Jersey Department of Community 

Affairs Division of Fire Safety and the 

Miguel Silva, first grade, Burling School. Keyonna Bowles, second grade, Roosevelt 

School. Keyonna’s poster was chosen to 

compete at the county level. 

Jazcenya Gonzalez, fourth grade, Burling 

School. Jazcenya’s poster was chosen to 

compete at the county level. 

Lucas Huntington, fifth grade, Saint 

Stephen’s School. 

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IMPROPER CONNECTIONS 

CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE 

The connection of sump pumps and down spouts to the sanitary sewer system is prohibited. 

During periods of heavy rain, these connections often overwhelm the main lines. 

This could result in a sewage back up into your own home or the home of your neighbor. 

If you need additional information about these types of connections, or suspect you or a 

neighbor, may have an improper connection and want information about having it removed, 

please call our office at (856)663-5542. 

Visit us at www.psewer.com 

New Jersey State Fire Prevention and 

Protection Association. 

The contest starts at the local level; 

each public and private school in town 

submits a poster from each grade level to 

Sarina Delgado, third grade, Roosevelt 

School. 

Jessica Rojas, fifth grade, Intermediate 

School. 

be judged by Pennsauken’s Fire Department. 

Out of these submissions a select 

few are chosen to be judged at the 

county level. Winning posters at the 

county level go on to compete among 

Jeidelisse Dominguez, third grade, Fine 

Elementary. 

Jason Le, sixth grade, Intermediate 

School. Jason’s poster was chosen to compete 

at the county level. 

other submissions from across the state. 

The following are the 2012 winners. 

Kindergarten student Lia Huynh was 

also recognized for her poster, but was 

unable to attend the event. 

Angel Dean, fourth grade, Delair School. 

Geninson Castro, sixth grade, Intermediate 

School. Geninson’s poster was chosen 

to compete at the county level. 

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Barr 2012 Recipient Of 

Nicgorski Memorial Award 

Pennsauken resident Robin Barr is 

the 2012 recipient of the annual Walt 

“Wodgie” Nicgorski Memorial Award. 

According its inscription, the award goes 

to an individual “who has demonstrated 

untiring dedication and unselfishness for 

the betterment of PYAA soccer.” 

“Robin has made significant contributions 

to PYAA soccer for many years, 

serving as both a coach and the sports pro - 

gram’s president,” explained Walt Nicgorski, 

son of the late Wodgie Nicgorski, 

who passed away in 1987. “His tireless 

work with the children of our community 

is a testament to the impact PYAA and its 

volunteers have has on our young people 

and is a fitting tribute to my father’s legacy.” 

The Walt “Wodgie” Nicgorski Memorial 

Award has been given out to PYAA 

soccer volunteers for over 24 years. Nicgorski, 

a longtime resident of Pennsauken, 

was a staunch and dedicated PYAA volunteer, 

assisting with both the soccer and 

baseball programs. The sports complex on 

Powell and Collins avenues is also named 

in his memory. 

Support For Sandy Hook Elementary 


“As always, we continue to work closely 

with the Township’s emergency responders 

to carefully review, revise, and practice our 

safety plans,” explained Martinez in her letter 

to parents. “During the summer, we created 

a Safety and Security Task Force. 

Together, we have been closely monitoring 

our security procedures and preparedness 

in responding to emergencies.” 

Martinez also stated that schools regularly 

practice a variety of emergency 

drills during the school day and that the 

public schools throughout Pennsauken 

have camera monitors and buzzers for 

visiting procedures. 

Helping To Deal With Tragedy 

In addition to a message on school security, 

the Pennsauken School District 

offered tips from the Traumatic Loss 

Coalitions for Youth to help some of 

Pennsauken’s younger residents regain 

a sense of safety and security. Such guidelines 

included: 

• Monitoring the amount of children’s exposure 

to the media coverage of the event 

• Providing children with accurate, age-appropriate 

information about the event to 

avoid rumors or misinformation 

• Taking the concerns of your children 

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• Explaining the importance of safety, 

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• Keeping a regular routine to help provide 

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• Spending time together as a family and 

connecting with friends to provide a 

safety net for children 

• Allowing some time for extra comforting, 

while children deal with upsetting 

circumstances 

A Closing Thought On The Tragedy 

At the time that this article was written, 

the community of Newtown, CT began to 

say goodbye to precious members of their 

families and the educators who sacrificed 

their very lives to keep students safe. As 

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We should take this opportunity to hug 

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our time together and to make each moment 

count. For tomorrow is never promise, 

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January 2013 

SENIORCORNER 

By Sonny DiSabato 

Senior Citizen Coordinator 

Hello fellow seniors. Welcome to 

2013! I wish everyone a healthy and 

prosperous New Year. 

There are many services available in 

Pennsauken for our citizens. For example, 

our Assessor’s Office, run by John 

Dymond and Shakir Ali, serves and answers 

all questions pertaining to senior, 

disabled, and veteran discounts for property 

taxes. They also provide information 

regarding New Jersey’s property tax reimbursement 

program. I see firsthand 

the extra care and attention they give to 

our seniors, they are a great part of our 

Great Township Resources, Programs For Seniors 

our Pennsauken family. 

If you have access to a computer, or 

have a family member or friend who 

does, you can find more information 

about New Jersey’s property tax relief 

programs at http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/relief.shtml. 

Please note that you or 

your spouse needs to own your home, 

and that you will need to meet specific 

income and residency requirements in 

order to benefit from these programs. 

You can also find the forms for tax deductions 

for seniors, the disabled and veterans 

by visiting Pennsauken Township’s 

web site at www.twp.pennsauken.nj.us 

and clicking on the link for Forms and 

Celebrate Life, 

Embrace Faith. 

Before It 

Decorated a Wall, 

It Decorated a Man 

Let us not forget that the medals 

and citations that hang in our 

hallways and above our mantels 

were not given for decoration, but 

rather dedication. Dedication to our 

nation, its values and its ideals. Men 

earned these honors for our children. 

And for their children. 

We should never let them forget 

the power of a life. Ask about our 

service for veterans. 

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and clicking on the link for Forms and 

Applications. 

Library Focusing On Seniors 

In 2013, the Pennsauken Free Public Library 

will be offering many senior-focused 

programs throughout the year. . I’ll be 

sharing many of these programs with you 

as more details become availale. Whether 

it’s reading, using their facilities or learning 

about computers, our library is a great 

place for seniors; I encourage you to take 

advantage of this great resource. 

Help With Energy Bills 

You may be eligible for some help 

keeping your home warm during the 

winter, thanks to several governmentsponsored 

programs. 

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance 

Program is a federally funded 

program, providing one-time aid to low 

income households for their heating 

costs. Applications are accepted now 

through April 30. 

The Weatherization Assistance Program 

helps elderly, handicapped and 

low-income persons to weatherize their 

homes, improving their heating system 

efficiency and conserving energy. The 

program is available year round to New 

Jersey residents. 

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The Universal Service Fund helps 

low-income households pay for their 

electric and natural gas bills. For more information 

on these programs, visit Camden 

County O.E.O. at 5287 Rt. 70, 

Pennsauken. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 

p.m. Residents can also call the office at 

(856) 910-1180. 

I wish you good health and happiness 

as you start a brand new 2013. Please say 

a special prayer for our men and women 

in the Armed Forces. 

Pennsauken Lions 

Club Celebrates 70 

Years Of Service 

The Pennsauken Lions Club is looking 

for former members and friends to 

come and help them celebrate their 70th 

anniversary. 

The celebration dinner will be held on 

Monday, Mar. 18 at Pennsauken Fire 

Company Number 2’s reception hall, 

2215 Merchantville Ave. The catering will 

be done by Lions Club President Sharon 

Rush, owner of Macaro’s Catering. 

Over the last 70 years, the Lions have 

served Pennsauken Township in a variety 

of ways. The Lions help Santa “attend” 

our town’s annual Holiday Parade; 

sponsor eye screenings to catch Amblyopia 

(lazy-eye), a condition that can be 

easily corrected if caught early; and provide 

eye glasses and other eye-related 

help to those in the Township who may 

not be able to afford it themselves. The 

Lions also support Best Work Industries, 

a nonprofit that gives visually impaired 

people training and employment. 

Eye-related issues are not the only 

causes the Lions support. The nonprofit 

sponsors one of the biggest Leo clubs in 

the state, as well as the local Boy Scout 

Troop. Annually, the Lions provide multiple 

scholarships to Pennsauken High 

School, Howard M. Phifer Middle 

School, and to eighth graders at both St. 

Peter’s and St. Ceclia’s. In addition, the 

Lions hold a Youth Appreciation Night, 

where the youth leaders from the Leos 

and the Boy Scout Troop are recognized 

for their accomplishments. There is also 

the Citizen of the Year dinner, where the 

Lions recognize and honor someone 

from within the community. 

If you were a member of the Lions, or 

are in contact with someone who was a 

Lion and may be interested in attending 

this fun night of remembrance and celebration, 

please email Pennsaukenlionsclub@comcast.net 

or call Sharon Rush 

at Macaro’s Catering 856-665-5286.


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When the brisk, winter air 

blows and the snowflakes 

fall, we huddle in our 

houses for warmth and comfort. With 

doors and windows sealed shut against 

the cold, our indoor air may become 

more polluted than the air outside. Modern 

homes can be a minefield of chemical 

hazards. Carpets, furniture, insulation, 

paint, and even fireplaces can emit hazardous 

gases. 

Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous chemical 

found in virtually all indoor environments. 

Major sources of formaldehyde include 

particle board or pressed wood products 

used in furniture manufacturing, and consumer 

paper products which have been 

treated with UF resins, such as grocery 

bags, waxed papers, facial tissues and paper 

towels. Many common household cleaning 

agents contain formaldehyde. UF resins 

are used as stiffeners, wrinkle resisters, 

water repellents, fire retardants and adhesive 

binders in floor coverings, carpet backings 

and permanent-press clothes. Other 

sources of formaldehyde include heating 

and cooking fuels like natural gas, kerosene, 

and cigarette smoke. Formaldehyde irritates 

the mucous membranes of the eyes, 

nose and throat. Until recently, the most serious 

of the diseases attributed to formaldehyde 

exposure was asthma. However, the 

Environmental Protection Agency has recently 

conducted research where 

formaldehyde was strongly suspected of 

causing a rare type of throat cancer in longterm 

occupants of mobile homes. 

One of the ways to reduce indoor pollutants 

such as formaldehyde is with 

houseplants. The Foliage for Clean Air 

Council, a communications clearinghouse 

for information on the use of foliage 

to improve indoor air quality, 

recommends a minimum of two plants 

per 100 square feet of floor space in an 

average home with eight- to ten-foot ceil- 

ings. If you’re not ready to fill your house 

with plants, start on a small scale by selecting 

plants that are known to remove 

the most worrisome pollutants. For less 

than the price of one doctor visit for a 

sore throat, house plants can clean the air 

in your home and make it safer for us to 

breathe. Several tropical houseplants 

have been shown to absorb chemicals 

while replenishing the air with oxygen. 

Common house plants such as Boston 

Fern, Philodendron, Pothos, and Spider 

Plants are inexpensive, aesthetically 

pleasing ways to filter toxins from a 

home during these winter months when 

we are likely to spend most of our time 

indoors. These plants are particularly efficient 

in filtering formaldehyde, benzene, 

xylene, and carbon monoxide. 

Introducing these plants into your home 

can significantly reduce the concentration 

of these chemicals. Although calculations 

of the buildup and dispersion of 

pollutants in a home are complex, these 

plants can drastically improve air quality 

in a home. The rates plants clean the air 

will vary depending on the size of the 

plant, the temperature, and how polluted 

the air is, among other things. 

Spider Plants are one of the easiest to 

grow house plants, and are very effective 

at removing formaldehyde and carbon 

monoxide from the air. Spider Plants can 

be useful in kitchens with gas stoves or in 

rooms with fireplaces where carbon 

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keep all plants at least six feet away from 

heat sources such as fireplaces. Fireplaces 

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inBooks 

PENNSAUKEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY 

During the month of January, we all 

recommit to doing things that make our 

life better. While starting all those New 

Year resolutions, don’t forget to make 

time for reading and visiting your 

Pennsauken Library. 

Reading can enrich your life by helping 

you learn new things; we have cookbooks, 

exercise videos, and so much more. 

But reading can also provide a much 

needed escape from the challenges of 

everyday life. Whether you like romance 

or westerns, science fiction, or historical 

fact, the Library has something for you. 

The Library can even be the place 

where you come to practice your healthy 

habits. We will be offering several yoga 

classes this month and again in March, 

and a local Taking Off Pounds Sensibly 

(TOPS) group meets here every Monday 

night at 6 p.m. 

If you’ve committed to learning some- 

thing new, you may want to register for a 

computer class. If your New Year’s goal 

is to help others, you may want to consider 

becoming an ESL tutor. Your Library 

has so much to offer! 

Reading and early literacy activities 

are especially important for our children. 

During our Babytime program, held 

Thursdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m., we 

foster positive family communication 

while enjoying singing, playing, and reading. 

For our youngest patrons, the Library 

may be the first place they see, feel, and 

hear a book being read to them. It may 

also be where they first walk or first 

make new friends. As children get older, 

the Library provides personal firsts. It will 

be the place they find the first book they 

enjoy reading over and over again. They 

may discover their favorite author. They 

may make new connections to the world. 

They may learn about themselves or 

Friends Of Pennsauken Free Public 

Library Looking For Volunteers 

Have you wondered how you could 

serve your community? Want to be 

involved with a congenial, volunteer organization? 

Well, the Friends of the Pennsauken 

Free Public Library need you! 

Our fundraising committee has some 

new ideas for 2013 and we need you, and 

your willingness to be of service to our 

community. One possible activity is 

“Popcorn Fridays.” This would give 

everyone borrowing DVDs from the library 

an opportunity to have freshly 

made popcorn while watching the 

movie. All funds would go directly to 

support community programs and help 

with items not covered by the library’s 

normal budget. Please e-mail the Friends 

at FriendsofLibrary@yahoo.com and 

put “volunteer” in the subject line. Be 

certain to include your full name and 

telephone number. Our program committee 

chairperson will contact you. 

Volunteers are always welcome to 

help with our many other programs, 

whether it is keeping an eye on the art 

work displayed, sorting books, serving refreshments 

or planning. Upcoming meeting 

dates are Jan. 9, Feb. 13, and Mar. 13 

at 7 p.m. in the library’s community room. 

Art Show and Sale In April 

In April, we are sponsoring our an- 

Pennsauken Free Public Library Can 

Help Get 2013 Off To A Great Start 

nual art show and sale for artists living in 

Pennsauken and Merchantville. Age 

categories for submissions are from 

eighth grade through adult. Brochures 

outlining the exhibit are available in the 

library’s lobby. Works in various media 

are welcome. Some examples include 

woodworking, painting, photography, 

graphic arts, ceramics, and fabric art. 

Size and number requirements are 

outlined in the brochure, so please pick 

one up and plan to be included in this 

wonderful opportunity to showcase 

your talents. 

Mini Book Sale 

Look for the organization’s first ever 

mini spring book sale. We have plenty of 

great books ready for you. More information 

will be available at the library, 

upcoming issues of All Around Penn - 

sauken, and Channel 19. 

Poetry Contest 

The Mary W. Levin Poetry Contest 

will again take place in June. Polish those 

poems you have stashed, write some 

new ones and enter the contest. Dates 

will be announced at a later date. 

For further information on the Friends 

of the Library and future events, please email 

us at FriendsofLibrary@yahoo.com. 

others and find that they have strengths 

they never knew they had. For middle 

childhood and adolescents, reading for 

pleasure is a necessary part of developing 

a commitment to learning. Bring your 

children to the Library and help them develop 

their own healthy reading habits! 

We’re all so busy. We understand it’s 

hard to make into the Library sometimes. 

The Library is still available to you 

at www.pennsaukenlibrary.org. You can 

download audio and eBooks with your 

library card. The resource, GCFLearn 

Free, lets you watch videos on how to use 

a computer, Facebook, the internet, Microsoft 

Word and Excel. It also provides 

math and reading tutorials. 

Need resume help? Try the Job and Career 

Accelerator. This is part of a resource 

that is great for both children and adults 

called Learning Express or simply “Learn 

A Test.” And of course, during our regular 

hours of operation, there is a librarian 

available at the other end of the phone! 

So when you commit to making life 

improvements for yourself and your 

family this New Year, commit to making 

the Library part of your support system! 

For Ages 0-3. 

January Library Events 

• Babytime – Thursdays and Fridays – 

10:30 a.m. First we start with a 15minute 

series of rhymes and stories 

for our smallest patrons. Then we 

move into more active rhymes for 

our movers. 

For Ages 9+ 

• Merchantville Stamp Club Youth 

Division – Saturday 1/12 – 10 a.m. – 

12 p.m. Learn about stamp collecting 

from experienced collectors and receive 

free stamps to start your collection. 

You must attend to get the 

free stamps. 

• Yoga “For Kids 9-11 and the Adults 

that love them!” – Sunday 1/6, 1/27, 

& 2/3 – 4 p.m. This class is 45 minutes 

long. Please plan on beginning 

promptly at 4 p.m. and bring a mat 

with you if you have one. If you're 

planning on utilizing the Library, do 

so before for class as the Library will 

close at 5 p.m. 

Teen Programs (ages 12+) 

L i v i n g F a i t h C h r i s t i a n C e n t e r 

Come Experience the LOVE of God 

Worship Services 

Sunday 

8:30am - 11:00am 

Wednesday 

7:00pm 

Senior Pastor Constance McLean 

2323 Rt 73 

Pennsauken, NJ 08110 

www.lfccnj.com 

Transportation is available for the 11am Sunday worship service 

from select locations in Pennsauken, call 856-661-8110 x115 

• Manga Club – Friday 1/11 & 1/25 - 4 

p.m. Please sign up with Miss Colleen 

to be included on the e-mail list. 

Adult Programs 

• Arcade Action – Thursday 1/10 – 

6:30 p.m. 

• Book Club – Thursday 1/3 – 10:00 

a.m. 

• Board Meeting – Monday 1/28 – 

6:00 p.m. 

• Computer Classes – For a full, detailed 

brochure contact the Reference 

Desk at ext 4. You must register 

for these classes. 

• Basic Computer Skills – Sunday 1/6 

& 1/13 – 2:00-3:30 p.m. 

• Write a Resume in Microsoft Word 

– Sunday 1/27 & 2/3 – 1:15–2:15 p.m. 

• Excel Basics – Sunday 1/27 & 2/3 – 

2:30–3:30 p.m. 

• Friends of the Library – Wednesday 

1/9 – 7:00 p.m. 

• Graphic Novel Club – Wednesday 

1/23 – 6:30 p.m. 

PENNSAUKEN LIBRARY 

856-665-5959 www.pennsaukenlibrary.org 

HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 10-9; Fri. and Sat. 10-6; Sunday 1-5 

The library will be closed for Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 21.


Page 25 

Boys Scouts In Pennsauken, Merchantville Plan For Pinewood, Klondike Derbies 

Five-inch blocks of pine are being 

shaped, sanded and painted in preparation 

for the annual Pinewood Derby, an 

event that is a highlight of the Pack 116 

year. The Cub Scouts, with some help 

from adults, will decide the design: the 

classic wedge, sport coupe, pencil; designs 

as different as each boy’s personality. 

Once designed, blocks of wood are 

trimmed on a skill saw, then sanded and 

painted. The wheels are smoothed, the 

four one-inch nails that serve as axles are 

polished, and everything is assembled. 

The trick to a winning pinewood car is 

reaching the magic five ounces, the maximum 

weight for a Derby submission. 

The block of wood with wheels is only 

about two ounces, so additional weight 

must be added. The ingenious use of nuts, 

bolts, and coins as part of the design gets 

the weight to five ounces on the nose. 

Reaching the five-ounce mark on the 

scale enables the boys to turn in their car 

for the race and allows them to become 

a member of the “5000 Club.” 

Each year, the award for being a repeat 

member of the 5000 Club gets bigger. 

Last year, the boys who have been in the 

5000 Club for five years in a row received 

engraved medals. 2013 will be the first 

year that a boy who joined as a kindergartener 

could be in the 5000 Club for six 

years, thanks to the K Kub Kindergarten 

program, a pilot program in Pack 116. 

This year’s Pinewood will be held on 

Saturday, Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Following 

the Cub Pinewood, local Girls 

Scouts will also be racing the cars they’ve 

built. The girls have been doing pinewood 

cars for the past few years, and they enjoy 

the building and racing as much as the boys. 

The weekend following the Pinewood, 

Pennsauken Students Exhibit Work 

During Camden County PTA Art Show 

Pennsauken students submitted 50 

entries for Reflections, an annual art 

show and competition sponsored by the 

Camden County Parent Teacher Association 

(CCPTA). This year’s event, with 

the theme, “The Magic of the Moment,” 

highlighted almost 200 entries in the categories 

of dance choreography, film production, 

literature, music composition, 

photography, and literature. 

The work of several Pennsauken 

students was recognized during the 

competition: 

LITERATURE 

Awards of Excellence: 

• Trae Steed, Carson School, Grade 3 

• Jasmyne Hinson, Intermediate School, 

Grade 6 

• Ngan Chiem, Intermediate School, 

Grade 6 

• Andrew Lebron, Pennsauken High 

School, Grade 9 

Honorable Mentions: 

• Gabriel Sherry, Intermediate School, 

Grade 6 

• Samantha Gaskins, Intermediate 


• Anmarie Lebron, Intermediate 


• Krystal Marrero, Pennsauken High 


PHOTOGRAPHY 

Awards of Excellence: 

• Jordyn Seldon, Burling School, Grade 1 

• Sierra Ortiz, Pennsauken High School, 

Grade 10 


• Jesse Sailer, Baldwin School, Pre-K 

Pennsauken students Isabella and 

Nicholas Bucciero showcased artwork 

during Reflections, an annual art show 

sponsored by the Camden County PTA. 

• Lana Matthews, Roosevelt School, 

Grade 3 

• Alex Fravel, Phifer Middle School, 

Grade 7 

VISUAL ARTS 


• Kelly Luu, Intermediate School, Grade 6 

PTA Value Cards Available 

PTA Value Cards are now available 

for 2013. For just $10, the value card provides 

access to great daily offers from 

local businesses, including The Penn 

Queen Diner, Friendly’s, Sonic Drive-In, 

Bagel Café, Cherry Hill Skating Center, 

Primo Hoagies, Tortilla Press Cantina, 

Dunkin Donuts, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, 

Outback Steakhouse, Auntie Anne’s, 

Papa John’s, and Payless Shoes. 

To purchase your PTA Value Card, 

turn in a completed form to any upper 

level school office. You can also call 856- 

486-0415 or e-mail phspta@comcast.net to 

request a form or for more information. 

our local Troop 118 Boy Scouts will be 

attending the Klondike Derby at Pine 

Hill Scout Reservation. Held Jan. 25-27, 

the Klondike is a test of the skills Scouts 

have learned throughout the year, not 

the least of which is to be able to sleep in 

a tent in January and stay warm. Competitions 

in fire building, cooking, and 

other Scout skills are all part of the threeday 

event. 

The Scouts pull a wooden sled, like an 

Iditarod sled in the Yukon, filled with the 

materials and supplies they will need for 

the day long competition. They traverse 

the camp from station to station. In the 

afternoon, Scouts will do some head-tohead 

competitions, including firemen 

carrying and sled races, among others. 

Saturday night, the boys get a chance 

to have some fun with the other Scouts 

during a game night at the camp dining 

hall. 

The Cub Scout Pack is open to all boys, 

kindergarten through fifth grade. Boy Scouts 

are for boys, beginning at sixth grade or from 

age 11 to 18. The Scouts are always welcoming 

new members; if you want your son to 

be a member of one of these premiere 

youth organi zations, contact Pennsauken 

Scouts@gmail.com or call 856-663-4043.


January 2013 

Pennsauken Business Owners 

Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year 

The Association of Fundraising Professionals 

(AFP) New Jersey, Southern 

Chapter celebrated National Philanthropy 

Day by honoring several local 

fundraising executives and volunteers, including 

two Pennsauken business owners. 

The award for Outstanding Philanthropists 

of the Year was given to Dan 

and Jake Garrison of Garrison Printing 

Company in Pennsauken. The brothers 

were nominated by the Juvenile Diabetes 

Research Foundation of South Jersey 

and Temple University. A family-run 

business for over 50 years, Garrison 

Printing Company has consistently provided 

in-kind and discounted printing 

and design services to numerous health 

agencies, hospitals and other non-profit 

organizations. 

National Philanthropy Day is the spe- 

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tribute to the great contributions that philanthropy, 

and those people active in the 

philanthropic community, have made to 

our lives, our communities and our world. 

AFP NJ, Southern Chapter serves Atlantic, 

Burlington, Camden, Cape May, 

Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean and 

Salem Counties. Chartered in August 

2008, the NJ, Southern Chapter membership 

includes nearly 60 fundraising professionals 

in healthcare, social services, 

education, religion, non-profit arts and 

culture, professional consultants and 

member associations. The Chapter offers 

monthly networking and professional 

development workshops that give development 

professionals and other top executives 

the tools to better serve their 

organization and advance their career. 

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January 

Reorganization 

Public Meeting 

The Pennsauken Township Committee 

will hold its annual reorganization 

meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3 at 

the Pennsauken Country Club on Haddonfield 

Road. 

The agenda includes the swearing in 

of a new Mayor, Deputy Mayor and 

new Committee members and township 

appointments to various positions. 

The new committee will then set 

meeting dates for 2013 for the Township 

Committee. 

All future public meetings, excluding 

the Reorganization Meeting, are held at 

the Pennsauken Municipal Building, 

5605 N. Crescent Blvd., at the corner of 

Route 130 and Merchantville Avenue at 

the times specified. 

All Around Pennsauken posts these 

public meetings in each issue. Changes to 

the meeting schedule will be advertised 

in the Courier-Post and Retrospect 

newspapers. 

Merchantville Class of 47 Donates Memorial Stone 

After its 65th Reunion, the Merchantville High School Class of 1947 Reunion 

Committee purchased a memorial stone for placement in front of the 

Merchantville Elementary School, which was the former location of the high 

school. The reunion committee, pictured here, attended the Nov. 5 installation. 

Wishing All My Pennsauken & Merchantville 

Neighbors a Happy & Prosperous New Year 

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* Or any Tuesday 

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Page 27 

Food Bank Partners With Bank Of America To Fight Hunger 

The Food Bank of South Jersey has 

announced a partnership with Bank of 

America through Feeding America’s 

“Give a Meal” program. For every $1 donated 

to Feeding America or the Food 

Bank of South Jersey, the Bank of America 

Charitable Foundation will contribute 

an additional $2, up to a total 

match of $1.5 million. This is in addition 

to an initial $1 million contribution to 

Feeding America. This support is part of 

Bank of America’s ongoing effort to address 

critical economic and social issues 

in the communities it serves. 

“Critical.” is how Val Traore describes 

the food bank’s current needs. “We have 

growing numbers of people needing 

food, needing supplies, needing services. 

And it’s always a challenge to raise 

Gifts Of The Heart Are True 

enough revenue to help them all.” The 

Food Bank of South Jersey has seen food 

distribution increase from 8 million 

pounds in 2009 to an anticipated 14 million 

pounds in 2014. 

“There is an urgent need to help individuals 

and families at risk of hunger, 

even more so in New Jersey this holiday 

season in the wake of Hurricane Sandy,” 

said Bob Doherty, New Jersey president, 

Bank of America. “The Give a Meal program 

enables people to triple the impact 

of their donation toward hunger relief.” 

Donating to Give a Meal is simple. 

Contributions can be made online at 

www.bankofamerica.com/give or www.feed 

ing america.org/BankofAmerica. Local 

donors can direct their contribution to 

the Food Bank of South Jersey, which 

Hallmarks Of The Season continued from page 12 

hats covered the cone tops, and suddenly 

a sign appeared for donations of canned 

goods to be dropped off in the little plastic 

milk crate that stood before the tree 

to help those less fortunate on Christmas. 

And in the days that followed, the box 

overflowed and needed to be emptied 

regularly. 

The very morning I took the picture 

included in this article, I looked through 

my camera lens and felt the magic of that 

tree. I saw the hope and goodness born 

out of tragedy and sadness, and marveled 

Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and 

rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether you’re here for a 

short stay or an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused 

on implementing your personalized care program to facilitate your 

recovery and improve your well-being. 

Services 

• 24-hour skilled nursing 

• Dedicated Physician leadership 

• Attending physician 

• Discharge planning 

• Case management 

• Organized events 

• Individual treatment plans 

• Nutritional needs management 

• Coordinated transportation 

• Cultural, educational, religious 

and social activities 

• Physical therapy 

COOPER RIVER WEST 

North Park Drive & Browning Road 

Pennsauken, NJ 856-665-8844 

at the power of brotherhood, sisterhood, 

and neighborhood. 

It was a beautiful feeling. 

Thank you, Pennsauken for a wonderfilled 

end to 2012 and a hope-filled beginning 

to 2013! I love you! 

Happy, Happy New Year! 

Your friend and neighbor... ~Judy 

Meet Judith at her final book signing before 

embarking on a 9-country European tour! Judith 

will be signing at Java and Gems, 13 N. Center St. 

from 1 to 4 p.m. Children of all ages are welcome. 

• Occupational & speech therapy 

• Respite care 

• Mi Casa Su Casa Program 

Amenities 

Beauty salon /barber service 

Telephone/Television 

also accepts donations throughout the 

year at www.foodbanksj.org/HowTo- 

Help/DonateMoney. 

The Food Bank of South Jersey is a 

501(C)(3) nonprofit food distribution 

center, headquartered in Pennsauken, 

Youare 

welcome 

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10 W. Maple Avenue 

Merchantville, NJ 

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NJ, that provides perishable and shelf stable 

food to more than 173,000 adults, 

seniors and children that are at risk of 

going hungry in South Jersey. The largest 

and only nonprofit food distribution center 

devoted entirely to South Jersey, the 

Food Bank of South Jersey has distributed 

over 120 million pounds of food, the 

equivalent of nearly 101 million meals 

since its inception in 1985. For more information, 

please visit: http://www.foodbanksj.org. 

First Presbyterian Church of Merchantville 

WORSHIP TIMES 

First Presbyterian Church will resume 2 services on Jan. 6, 2013. 

SUNDAY SCHOOL available for 2 year olds to 12th graders at the 9:30 service. 

CLASSIC SERVICE featuring our Chancel Choir at 9:30 AM 

CONTEMPORARY SERVICE with our Prayz Team at 11:00 AM 

Nursery is available at both services. 

HOPE YOU’LL FIND JOY IN ALL THE THINGS 

GOD HAS IN STORE FOR YOU THIS YEAR. 

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 

WISHES ALL 

A SAFE AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR. 

WEEKLY THRIFT SHOP: every Monday from 10AM - 1PM (September thru May) 

DEACON’S MINISTRY: for those in need of compassionate care. 

FOOD PANTRY: for the needy: open most Mondays from 10 AM until noon. 

Come See the Great Work God is doing at First Presbyterian Church in Merchantville


January 2013 

PYAASPORTS 

What a successful year it has been for 

PYAA Football! All five weight classes 

were SJEIYFL Olympic Conference 

Champions. This is the first time in league 

history that this has happened. The combined 

record for the season was 35 wins 

and 5 losses. The Junior High team went 

all the way to win the SJEIYFL League 

Championship, beating Washington 

Township 20 to 0 during their first-ever 

It was a very successful season for PYAA Football, as all 

five weight classes were SJEIYFL Olympic Conference 

Champions. 

PYAA Football Teams End Successful Season 

championship game. 

In addition, the 105 lb. cheerleading 

squad competed in the SJElite Cheerleading 

Competition, held at Williams - 

town High School on Nov. 18 and came 

in fourth place for their category. 

We would like to thank all of our 

coaches, team parents, snack stand volunteers 

and especially the kids for a great season. 

We couldn't have done it without you! 

WISHING ALL A HAPPY & HEALTHY NEW YEAR! 

WORKNET Occupational Medicine specializes in providing comprehensive 

medical services for the treatment of work-related injuries and employer health 

testing needs. WORKNET is equipped to handle any non life-threatening injuries 

by utilizing board-certified medical staff for the treatment of your employee. 

WORKNET’s Pennsauken office is located at: 

9370 Route 130 North, Suite 200 • Pennsauken, NJ 08110 

856-662-0660 

We would also like to thank President 

Coach Michele Gilis for all the time she 

has spent volunteering for our cheerleaders. 

She will surely be missed! 

We invite parents to come out and volunteer 

as football or cheerleading 

coaches for the 2013 season. When you 

sign your child up for next season, please 

let us know if you can help out in any way. 

The PYAA Cheerleading Coaches: Coach Shervon (120’s), 

Coach Elisa (105’s), Coach CeCe (105’s), President/Coach 

Michele (70’s), Coach Emily (120’s), Coach Amy (85’s), Coach 

Lisette (85’s), and Vice President/Coach Patti (105’s). 

S E R V I C E S I N C L U D E : 

• Work-Related Injury Treatment 

• Physical Exams (DOT, Non-DOT, OSHA) 

• Drug & Alcohol Testing 

• Random Selection/Consortium Services 

• Immunizations – Hepatitis A&B, Flu 

• New Hire Physical Ability Testing 

• Injury Prevention Programs 

WORKNET has three additional South Jersey locations: 

Three Cooper Plaza, 1st Floor 37 S.White Horse Pike 2103 Burlington-Mt. Holly Rd. (Rte 541) 

Camden,NJ 08103 

Stratford,NJ 08084 Burlington, NJ 08016 

856-342-2990 

856-435-2680 609-747-1891 

Pennsauken Bowler Places Second In 

South Jersey Singles Classic 

Jessica Bello of Pennsauken competed 

in the South Jersey Singles Classic 

at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood, NJ on 

Saturday, Dec. 8. This scratch tournament 

brought together the best high 

school bowlers from 31 towns in central 

and southern NJ. After ranking 10th in 

the girls’ preliminaries, Jessica went on to 

bowl three more 200+ games, getting her 

through the elimination rounds and into 

the finals. The Pennsauken High School 

Sophomore proudly took second place 

in the tournament overall, after falling to 

Julie Ott of Manchester Township in the 

final game by only 29 pins. 

Congratulations! 

Jessica Bello, a sophomore at Pennsauken High School, took second place at 

the South Jersey Singles Classic at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood, NJ. 

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Page 29 

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS 

By Billy Wright 

Pennsauken High School Athletic Director 

While the Indian coaches work diligently 

to prepare their teams for competition 

and a hoped-for championship, it 

is in the arena of citizenship that the 

coaching staff as educators push our kids 

to be most successful. The mission of the 

PHS Athletic Department is to provide 

quality educational opportunities that 

utilize the interscholastic competitive experience 

to develop positive character in 

each individual student athlete. The department 

philosophy is that athletic participation 

is considered an integral part 

of the educational program. Properly 

guided, developed, and administered 

athletic programs provide experiences 

which will contribute to the physical, 

mental, and emotional development of 

young people. Athletics are extracurricular 

activities, an extension of the classroom 

designed to provide wholesome 

competition and to assist in the development 

of citizenship. 

Indian student athletes are living up to 

our mission and philosophy by achieving 

in the classroom. The fall 2012 season 

saw 130 out of 251 athletes listed on the 

PHS honor roll. Fifty-two percent of total 

fall participants were able to engage in 

physically challenging practices or contests 

daily and still manage their time and 

PHS Athletes Champions In The Classroom 

energy and excel in the classroom. Boys 

soccer led the way with 25 scholars, followed 

by football with 22; field hockey, 

19; girls volleyball, 18; and girls soccer, 17. 

As a percentage of participant numbers, 

girls soccer had 77 percent of team members 

listed on the honor roll, followed by 

field hockey at 76 percent; girls cross 

country, 67 percent; girls volleyball, 69 

percent; and boys soccer, 60 percent. 

The greatest gain by a team was the 

“Code Red” football team, with 17 varsity 

players on the list. That number is a 

dramatic improvement from last year, 

and evidence that Coach Tabb is getting 

the message out that, “you can be as big 

as you want or score all the touchdowns 

you want, but if you don’t perform in the 

classroom, you’ll be right here with me in 

Pennsauken when you graduate, instead 

of the college of your choice.” 

Grapplers Excel In Tournament 

PHS Wrestling Coach Eric Mossop 

was disappointed that the Haddonfield 

Wrestling Tournament decided to eliminate 

team scores, as the Indians would 

surely have been on the heels of the 

home-standing and South Jersey-ranked 

Bulldawgs. Twelve PHS wrestlers walked 

away with medals, showing that 

Pennsauken will be a force to contend 

with for a possible league crown this sea- 

son. Gold medal winners were Edwin 

Lopez, John Henderson and Jacob Henderson; 

silver medals were earned by Tyler 

Carducci, Peter Ibrahim, and Hendrickson 

Tineo; and bronze medals went to 

Christian Espinozo, Nhiem Bien, Sonny 

Nguyen, Rafael Padilla, Leroy Thomas, 

and Aaron Swann. The BCSL league 

championship could very well come down 

to Jan. 23, as defending champion 

Moorestown visits Pennsauken for a 

highly anticipated 6:00 p.m. contest. 

Muhammad Shines in the Sun 

PHS cheerleader Zaakira Muhammad 

performs endless flips and cheers on 

the sideline of PHS Football games; in 

her free time, she is a distinguished national 

class gymnast on the TNT Elite 

Gymnastics squad. As the rest of us attempt 

to adjust to the cold winter conditions, 

Zaakira took off to the Bahamas to 

compete in the Atlantis Crown Gymnastics 

Invitational. Sponsored by the United 

States Academy of Gymnastics, the 15 

TNT team members competed against 

teams representing the Bahamas, Barbados, 

Canada, and the United States. 

Zaakira won the gold medal for the all 

around, individual competition, and the 

vault. She also earned silver medals in the 

floor exercise and the beam, and a 

bronze in the bars. 

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January 2013 

An Interview With Cross Country Runners: Eric Butler and Briana Roberts 

By Billy Wright, PHS Athletic Director 

BW: Eric, first of all congratulations on 

qualifying for the state cross country 

championships. 

E:Thank you. 

BW: Do you realize that you are the 

first PHS cross country runner to advance 

to the states since 1983? 

E: I knew it had been a while but not 

that long. Almost 30 years, wow! 

BW: You are the school record holder 

in the 800 meters in spring track. Cross 

country is 3.1 miles and a far cry from 

the half. What do you attest that wide 

range of skill to? 

E: Hard work, dedication and a lot of 

support from my coach and teammates. 

BW: Briana, unfortunately, you missed 

qualifying for the states by one place 

with your 11th place finish at the sectionals. 

I know you worked hard for this; 

disappointed I guess? 

B: In the beginning I was, but my teammates 

reminded me I have three more 

years and a very bright future. 

BW: Do you know that a female has 

never qualified for states at PHS? 

B: Yes, Coach Zimmerman told me 

that and I am even more determined to 

make it the next three years. 

BW: This sport demands an enormous 

amount of self discipline and a lot of 

miles run. How many miles a week do 

you average? 

B: 35 to 40 miles. 

E: 50 to 55 miles. 

BW:What is the longest you’ve ever run? 

E:Two and a half hours! 

B:An hour and a half! 

BW:Guys, talk for a moment about the 

team camaraderie in an individual sport. 

E: For it to be an individual sport, the 

team and the coaches are like a family. 

While the boys and girls are separate, we 

do a lot together and that makes it a lot 

of fun. 

B: We are a family. The coaches push 

you hard but they make you enjoy it. 

BW: Most people don’t find running 

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CHA CHA CHILI BURGER 

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TOWER OF PENNSAUKEN 

A Double 1/2 lb. 100% Angus Beef Burger topped with Cheese, 

Lettuce and Tomato 

Best of South Jersey 

Award Winning Burgers 

PAJAMA 

PARTY 

Friday, January 18th 

9pm with Doctor Shocker 

Specials & Giveaways 

6324 Westfield Avenue • Pennsauken 

Corner of Westfield Ave. & Cove Road 

856-356-2072 www.braysplace.com 

Watch all the NFL Playoff and 

BCS Football Games Here! 

miles fun. Are you serious? Fun? 

B: It helps you in so many ways. Stay 

healthy, keeps you moving, gets you 

ready for other sports. It’s like an addiction! 

The more you do it the more you 

want to run so you get better and better. 

BW: Eric, what are your plans for next 

year after graduation? 

E: Go to college and continue running. 

I’d like to study Kinesiology and be a 

personal trainer and coach. 

BW: Briana, next up for you is basketball 

right? 

B:Yes, I hope I make the varsity. 

PHS Athletes 

Champions In 

The Classroom 


Colleen’s at the Savoy, 1444 Rt. 73, 

Pennsauken, on Thursday, May 2. This 

fun event serves as the main fundraiser 

of the year. Local businesses and 

Pennsauken residents are welcome to 

donate a gift card or basket for the silent 

auction. Proceeds from the event support 

the $8,000 worth of scholarships that the 

club awards annually to deserving PHS 

student athletes. 

The Boosters Club exists as an organization 

of parents and community members 

dedicated to the PHS athletic 

program. The club supports, encourages, 

and advances the mission of the Athletic 

Department. Meetings are conducted 

the second Tuesday of the month in the 

PHS Library. Information can be retrieved 

on the district website. Come out 

and join this worthy organization, which 

is attempting to make the high school 

athletic experience more rewarding for 

each student athlete. 

If you want to keep up with all of the 

athletic happenings, the school district 

web site and the sports button is the place 

to be. Contest schedules for the winter 

and spring 2013 seasons can be found at 

www.pennsauken.net. The web site also 

contains information about the Varsity 

Club, the All Sports Booster Club, college 

recruiting, and a wealth of other athleticrelated 

information. 

For advertising 

rates & information 

call 662-5100

AUTOMOTIVE 

FULL SERVICE Inside & Out 

PRECISION 

REPAIRS 

$5 99 

WASH, VAC 

WINDOWS 

& TOWEL 

DRYING 

With Coupon. Valid Any Day. Not valid with any other offer. 

AAP306Expires 

1-31-13 

Collision Experts 

“We Will Make Your Car Look Like New” 

Free Estimates • Appraisers On Site • Body & Paint Repairs 

Lifetime Guarantee • Frame & Alignment Repairs 

Rental Vehicles • Unibody Repairs • Shuttle Service 

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856-665-1589 

7205 MAPLE AVENUE • PENNSAUKEN, NJ 08109 

(Between Haddonfield & Merchantville Roads) 

WE STAND BEHIND 

OUR WORK FOR 

AS LONG AS YOU 

OWN YOUR CAR 

ServingPennsaukenandMerchantvilleforover25years 

Complete Auto Repairs & Towing 

For all your automotive needs call Kevin C Greening 

856-662-7199 or 856-663-8884 

Free customer pick-up and delivery 

“You Can’t Work On Today’s Vehicles 

With Yesterdays Technology” 

A L L M A J O R A N D M I N O R R E P A I R S 

DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WITH ALL THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY 

“WE’RE THE HOME OF THE SECRET WEAPON” 

NJ Inspection • Air Conditioning • Corporate Fleet Repairs • Light Duty Deisel 

Limousines • Electrical • Towing • Tires & Brakes • Transmissions • Front Wheel Drive 

Tony’s AutoService 

Proudly Serving Pennsauken & Merchantville since 1958 

with over 130 years of combined experience! 

4710 North Route 130 • Pennsauken 

856-661-0077 • www.tonysauto.net 

Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm 

$10.00OFF 

Any Repair 

with purchase of $50.00 or more. 

Not to be combined with any other offers. Offer expires 1/31/13 

REAL ESTATE 

Need Office Space For Your Growing Business? 

Tarragon Office Center 

811 Church Rd. • Cherry Hill (across from Cherry Hill Mall) 

856-663-5000 

cherryhilloffice.com greatoffice@yahoo.com 

Specializing In Supporting Growing Businesses 

HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS 

FOR RENT 

Store • Hair Salon • Office 

Restaurant • Pizzeria • Bakery 

19 WEST PARK AVENUE, MERCHANTVILLE 

Front – East & West Side Views 

1120 square feet & 1458 square feet multifaceted operation 

Only $1050 per month 

Call for more information or to show 856-630-6313 

SERVICES 

PERSONAL INJURY & CRIMINAL LITIGATION 

EXPERIENCED • AFFORDABLE • CARING 

Law Office of 

RICHARD D. MADDEN 

16 North Centre Street • Merchantville, NJ 08109 

856-665-4141 

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM YOUR FIENDS AT 

Competent • Prompt • Professional 

Howie Electrical has been a leader in solving Pennsauken’s electrical 

problems for over 19 years. Our goal is to provide prompt electrical service 

of the highest quality with the finest technical expertise. 

Residental / Commercial • No Job Too Big or Too Small 

Douglas C. Howie Pennsauken Resident 

PA License #1359 (856) 663-6186 NJ License #10013 

Residential Snow Removal ONLY 

Call (609) 760-6974 

Sidewalks & Driveways 

PR.JR.ER.LLC 

Services you can count on. 

Bookkeeping 

Income tax preparations 

Payroll 

Audit Reviews 

Business Registrations 

Bill of Sale 

Notary Public 

Personal Letters 

Philadelphia Expediter 

Quick Deed Transfers 

Interpretations 

Promissory Notes 

Property Management 

ITIN Numbers 

And Much More!!! 

•Kitchen 

•Bathrooms 

•Finish Basement 

•Ceramic Tile 

•Painting 

•Wallpaper 

•Trimwork 

The Taxes and Payroll People 

• Quarterly Taxes for Business Owners 

• Personal Income Tax Returns 

• Rapid Refunds 

SE HABLA ESPANOL 

Call today or visit our office and we 

will be glad to answer any inquiries! 

5622 Westfield Ave. Pennsauken 

856-663-9229 Fax 856-663-9033 

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POOPER-SCOOPER 

Enjoy your yard… 

Let us do the work! 

$10 per week (1 dog) 

$4 per week each 

additional dog 

Call Brian at 856-488-7151 

www.DogDirtDoctor.com 

QUICK SERVICE 

Plumbing - Heating 

NJRMP 9325 

Serving all of Pennsauken & Merchantville 

with over 40 years of experience 

Call South Jersey Service’s Don Nelson at 

856-429-2494 

7 Day aWeek • 24 Hours a Day • Always On Call 

FEDERICI 

FULL SERVICE HOME REMODELING COMPANY 

NO SUBCONTRACTORS 

WE SPECIALIZE IN EVERY AREA OF MAINTAINING AND UP KEEP OF YOUR HOME 

Visit our website 

federiciinterior.com 

856-662-8864 

Fully Licensed 

Fully Insured 

•Crown Molding 

•Siding 

•Windows & Doors 

•Drywall 

•Decks 

•Laminate Floors 

•Other Remodeling Needs 

Document Shredding 

•Secure for Personal & Business• 

856.488.1480 

5505 Rt. 130 N. • Pennsauken, NJ 08110 

Gift Certificates Available • Call for Saturday Hours 

STAIRLIFT 

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Call for FREE Estimate: 856-488-4447 or 888-499-5022 

Or stop by our store: Hargrove Plaza, 2673 Haddonfield Road, Pennsauken 

www.rhhsmedicalequipment.com 

Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST Saturday: by Appointment Sunday: CLOSED

16TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL 

TREE LIGHTING SERVICE 

was held Saturday December 17 with 

special guest appearance from Santa Claus. 

OVER 125 ATTENDEES 

Who enjoyed music by accomplished musician master 

Gee Lee Woo who performed Christmas carols and a 

Special Tribute to our military service people. 

Reverend DR. Robert Figge gave the message of 

hope and love in a trouble world, with special tribute 

to those spending their first Christmas with Christ, 

followed by the placement of ornaments on the 

Memorial Trees, in memory of lost loved ones. 

INGLESBY & SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. 

Cremation – Traditional 

Three Generations of Family Service in Pennsauken for over 85 years 

2426 Cove Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08109 

Our only location 

856-662-1271 

www.inglesbyfuneralhome.com inglesbyandsons@comcast.net 

John E. Inglesby 

Manager 

NJ License #3228 

CALL, WRITE, OR EMAIL AND ASK FOR INFO REGARDING OUR SERVICES

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