Second Largest Amount Awarded in NJDOT History

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) delivered a Capital Program in State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026 of more than $1 billion in construction contract awards and the second largest amount of consultant selections in a single year, demonstrating the Sherrill Administration’s commitment to infrastructure investment.

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At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Check out the various ways to engage with your local government, get important updates, and be involved! Join monthly meetings with the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross, follow our social media, browse the county website for programs and services, and download the free Camden County App for instant access to all events, alerts, concerts, news, and more right from your phone. To download the app, Click Here

Board of Commissioners Announce Investment to Improve Water Quality

 The Camden County Board of Commissioners joined with environmental leaders from across New Jersey on Tuesday morning to unveil a comprehensive plan for a generational investment designed to improve water quality throughout Camden County.

This historic effort will encompass the Cooper River, Kirkwood Lake, Atco Lake, Evans Pond, Wallworth Lake, and several other crucial watersheds throughout the county. Once complete, these coordinated investments in wastewater infrastructure, stormwater management, habitat restoration, sediment remediation, and recreational improvements will make the Cooper River and surrounding waterways throughout Camden County one of the cleanest and healthiest urban watersheds in the United States.

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SoccerFest26 Ends with FIFA™ Community Events

After weeks of bringing communities together through official SoccerFest26 events across South Jersey, Visit South Jersey is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate one final weekend of FIFA World Cup™ excitement with multiple official World Cup Final watch parties taking place throughout the region.

Supported through SoccerFest26 grant funding, the regional initiative has transformed parks, downtowns and community gathering spaces into destinations where fans can celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event together while supporting local businesses, boosting tourism and showcasing South Jersey as a vibrant host region.

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Haddon Square FIFA World Cup™ Watch Party Update

Due to the forecasted weather, Saturday’s (July 18) FIFA World Cup Watch Party at Haddon Square has been cancelled.

The good news is that Sunday’s event is still scheduled to take place as planned.

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Evening Events Canceled Due To Air Quality Concerns

Due to poor air quality, Friday night’s concert at Lindenwold Park featuring Chicago 9 has been canceled. Additionally, the Movies with Metro event at Von Nieda Park has been canceled. Reschedule dates are pending for both events.

Rico Rico Fiesta at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

July 17-19, 2026

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Rico Rico Fiesta converts the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks into a celebration worthy of a Super Bowl halftime show during this three-day party dedicated to Latin culture. This year, festivalgoers get treated to live Lucha Libre matches, a dog show, karaoke contest, salsa music, Brazilian samba, a hot pepper challenge, plus what is sure to be the zaniest event on the schedule — a Bad Bunny costume contest.

DJ Krisbebe spins all weekend long, with live performances from Elijah Delgado and Henao sprinkled in. Keep calm and perreo! 

Where: The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA

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Clare T. Oehlers, 75, of Audubon

On July 13, 2026, of Audubon, NJ.  She was 75 years old.

Beloved wife of 48 years to Jeffrey L. Oehlers.  Dear mother of Adam Oehlers and Lindsay (Steven) Marshall.  Loving grandmother of Olivia and Derek Marshall.  She is also lovingly survived by her brothers, Mark (Jean) Rogerino and Gregory (Debbie) Rogerino and nieces and nephews.

Clare was a 1969 graduate of Audubon High School.  She was a devoted mother, grandmother and child advocate.

Funeral and interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements by FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood and Audubon, NJ.

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New Jersey American Water Presents $12,000 Grant

New Jersey American Water presents a $12,000 American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant to Camden’s Charter School Network. Pictured, from left: Charlie Bell, External Affairs Specialist, New Jersey American Water; Melanie James, Allied Resources for Kids; Sean Quinn, Senior Source Water Protection Program Manager, New Jersey American Water; Rebecca Phelan Brinkmann, Executive Director, Camden’s Charter School Network; William Helmbrecht, Chief Executive Officer, Camden’s Charter School Network, Camden’s Charter School Network; Veda Cloud, Network Social Worker, Camden’s Charter School Network; Jack Carr, Educational Outreach Provider, Camden’s Charter School Network; Dr. Joseph Conway, Superintendent, Camden’s Promise Charter School; Nicholas Mitchell, Camden’s Promise Charter School science teacher; and students from Camden’s Promise Charter School 7 th  grade.

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and New Jersey American Water, in support of their ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, are proud to name Camden’s Charter School Network a recipient of the Foundation’s 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program.

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