Statement by Camden County Commissioner Jonathan Young Regarding the Death of a Camden City Firefighter

The statement below is by Camden County Commissioner Jonathan Young on behalf of the Board of Commissioners regarding the tragic line of duty death of a Camden City firefighter

“On behalf of the Camden County Board of Commissioners, I extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the fallen Camden City firefighter as well as the men and women of the Camden City Fire Department. Every day, our first responders leave the comfort and safety of their homes without knowing for sure if they will return after their shift. The sacrifice of these dedicated individuals, as well as the sacrifices of their loved ones, affords all of us the opportunity to live in a safer community. This loss is felt not only in the City of Camden and Camden County, but reverberates throughout the state. We grieve alongside our first responders and are dedicated to ensuring this loss was not in vain.”

Camden Homicide Fugitive Apprehended in Spain

An international fugitive wanted for a shooting that killed one man and injured another in Camden has been apprehended overseas, reported Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay, U.S. Marshal Nicholas Ricigliano (District of New Jersey), and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez. Felix De La Cruz-Arias, 30, of Brooklyn, New York was taken into custody on January 30, 2026, in Barcelona, Spain by the Spanish National Police in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Service – Office of International Operations and the U.S. Department of Justice – Office of International Affairs. De La Cruz-Arias was charged on April 4, 2025, with first-degree Murder in the March 2025 fatal shooting on Josue Hiraldo-Peralta, 32, of Camden. He was also charged with first-degree Attempted Murder for shooting a second man who survived.

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Town Hall Meeting Honors Local Veteran

The Board of Commissioners will meet in Haddon Heights today, February 5, at 6 p.m. at Atlantic Ave Elementary School, 21 E Atlantic Ave., Haddon Heights, for Camden County’s town hall meeting and service fair, featuring representatives from the local, county, state, and federal levels.

“Town halls are an important opportunity for residents to connect directly with their government, voice their concerns, and receive updates on what is going on in Camden County, New Jersey, and across the country,” said Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. “Now more than ever, our town halls are essential to our democracy, and we encourage everyone to join us on Thursday evening in Haddon Heights.”

During the town hall, Veteran Jonathan Gremminger will be honored. Sgt. Gremminger is a resident of Haddon Heights who served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve and was deployed to Afghanistan as a Military Police Officer for seven months during Operation Enduring Freedom. He received the Navy & Marines Corps Achievement Medal and the Combat Action Ribbon.

Cooper University Health Care Launches a Mobile Unit for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Cooper University Health Care Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Support vehicle with Internal Medicine APN Kimberly Young (black scrubs) and Innovative Delivery Clinical Practices Specialist Jaclyn Cauley (blue scrubs) outside the Cooper Cherry Hill, NJ campus, September 5, 2025.

Cooper University Health Care has launched a Mobile Unit as part of its Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Program, designed to meet the unique health care needs of individuals with IDD. The innovative unit delivers high-quality, compassionate primary care directly to patients’ homes, community residences, and group homes across Southern New Jersey.

Developed in response to the growing demand for accessible, person-centered care, the Mobile Unit helps remove barriers that often make traditional office visits challenging for individuals with IDD. By bringing care directly to patients, the program ensures comprehensive primary care in a familiar, supportive environment.

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Camden County Library System celebrates Black History Month

Every year, to celebrate Black History Month, the Camden County Library System hosts workshops, artistic activities, discussions and more, for both youth and adults to learn about the rich culture and history of Black people in America.

“Black History Month provides us with the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the impact that Black Americans have had on our society, and their contributions to our communities,” Commissioner Jonathan Young said. “Throughout February, the Camden County Library System offers a wide range of educational, artistic, and social programs for all ages that highlights the Black community and its rich history. I encourage everyone to join us for a month full of learning and honoring Black History Month at the Camden County Library.”

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Town Hall Meeting February 5

Your Government. Your Neighborhood. Your Voice.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is hosting a series of town hall meetings across Camden County, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall will be Thursday, February 5th at 6 PM in Haddon Heights at the Atlantic Avenue Elementary School. Congressman Donald Norcross, Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr., Assemblyman Bill Spearman, and Mayor Zachary Houck will be in attendance. To learn more, Click Here.

Please note, no person at a meeting shall engage in disorderly or boisterous conduct, including the utterance of loud, physically threatening or abusive language, or other acts which disturb, disrupt or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of any meeting and the ability of the public to hear or participate.

Camden County Office of Emergency Management issues “Code Blue”

The Camden County Office of Emergency Management declared that Camden County will be under a Code Blue Advisory from for the following dates and times due to projected dangerously low temperatures by the National Weather Service:

Sunday, February 1, 7:00 a.m. – Wednesday, February 4, 7:00 a.m.

• Projected temperature: Below freezing throughout the timeframe

Code Blue Advisories are declared when the National Weather Service predicts that the temperature is 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower, or the wind chill temperature will be zero degrees Fahrenheit or lower for a period of two hours or more.

“As temperatures fall to dangerously low levels, it is critical that our residents have access to a safe place to stay warm,” said Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Camden County Department of Public Safety. “We urge everyone to check in on vulnerable neighbors, ensure heating systems are working properly, and bring pets indoors.”

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disABILITIES Events & Programs

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The Camden County Division of Programming for Individuals with disABILITIES and Special Needs offers a wide range of activities and programs throughout the year. Most programs are free to attend, but registration is required. If you are interested in participating or know someone who might, please contact Karen Weidner at Karen.Weidner@camdencounty.com or by phone at 856-216-2127.

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Evening with Former White House Butler

Merchantville Historical Society

The Merchantville Historical Society invites the public to an evening with Alan DeValerio, former White House butler, on Tuesday, February10th, at 6:30 PM at the Merchantville Community Center. DeValerio will share firsthand stories from his service during three presidential administrations, offering a rare look inside White House functions, family quarters, and daily life behind the scenes. A display of White House artifacts from his personal collection will be featured, and his book will be available for purchase and signing following the program. This special event promises an engaging and memorable night of history. To learn more, Click Here.

Super Bowl Hoagie Sale at CC Tech Schools

Super Bowl Sunday, February 8th @ 10AM – 2PM

Super Bowl LX is approaching and Camden County Technical Schools (CCTS) is hosting a 10” hoagie sale as a fundraiser on Super Bowl Sunday! Help support your community’s sports! Proceeds benefit various sports programs at the Campus of CCTS. Hoagies are $10 each! To learn more, Click Here.