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Joseph Metz

Articles by Joseph Metz

Hundreds of years: District cites retirees and their collective years of service

The township board of education recognized 24 school district retirees during its June 4 meeting at Deptford Middle School. The employees were accompanied by their families, growing attendance by dozens…

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Pinning cancer: Clearview junior wrestling clinic gives back

In partnership with the Pin Cancer wrestling nonprofit, Clearview Junior Wrestling (CJW) will sponsor a two-hour wrestling clinic on Saturday, June 29, at its building in Mantua. All proceeds will…

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Harrison Township Day returns to Ella Harris Park

Harrison Township Day on June 1 at Ella Harris Park in Mullica Hill saw hundreds of people take in free entertainment, according to township recreation coordinator Sharon Chew. The day…

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Committee offers ordinances focused on redevelopment plans

The Harrison Township Committee introduced two new ordinances during its June 3 meeting that focus on redevelopment plans. One would greenlight a project in the area around Cohawkin Road –…

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Lakebridge hosts second of four neighborhood barbecues

Deptford will host a free neighborhood barbeque at the Lakebridge 55-and-older community from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 29. Burgers and hot dogs will be served at the…

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Mayor’s proclamation declares June 4 Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day

Mayor Robert Zimmerman again presented local resident Anna Baldwin and her family with a township proclamation on June 1 that recognizes the 4th of the month as Tourette Syndrome Awareness…

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Mantua: Primary election

Voters in Mantua Township went to the polls June 4 to choose candidates to run for an array of municipal and state offices in the Democratic and Republican primaries. Two…

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Mullica Hill: Primary election

Voters in Harrison Township went to the polls June 4 to choose candidates to run for an array of municipal and state offices in the Democratic and Republican primaries. Two…

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Mullica Hill Calendar from June 12 to June 19

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Thursday June 13: 55 Plus Strength Training Class at American Legion Post…

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Mantua Calendar from June 12 to June 19

Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Saturday June 15: Convenience Center Drop Off at the Public Works Garage…

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