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LAUREN LAMANTIA

Articles by LAUREN LAMANTIA

Annual scarecrow contest is back at Smithville Park

The Burlington County Parks System hosted its annual scarecrow contest at historic Smithville Park, the centerpiece of the county parks system and annual site for the contest. The family friendly…

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Medford Arts Center embraces concept of aging creatively

The Medford Arts Center will host its new pro-age event on Nov. 7 to celebrate women artists and the concept of aging creatively.  The downtown Medford center will also showcase…

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Medford resident honored with heroism award from Cherry Hill

Off-duty doctor displays courage in helping self-injured man.

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Kim Mileszko of LRHSD nominated for USA TODAY’s Humankind Award

Lenape Regional High School District Child Study Team Student Job Developer, Kim Mileszko, is nominated for USA TODAY’s Best of Humankind Awards. This award honors everyday people who have showcased…

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Medford resident honored with heroism award from Cherry Hill

A Medford Township resident and ER physician has received a heroism award from the Cherry Hill Police Department,, along with a previous citation from Cooper University Hospital earlier in the…

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Medford apple festival at Kirby’s Mill celebrates its 42nd year

Medford Township held its annual apple festival last weekend and marked the event’s 42nd  anniversary. The festival invited residents of all ages to browse many different types of vendors spread…

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A year after COVID, students are inspired by Shawnee, Lenape programs

As schools move through a year that finds most classes back in person following 2020 COVID closures, Lenape Regional and Shawnee high schools have both introduced programs to help students…

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‘Libraries are here to stay’

The Burlington County Library began its 100th-anniversary celebration on Oct. 2, and it will continue for a year with events that include a scavenger hunt and holiday festivities. The commemoration…

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Medford teachers reimagine instruction for new colleagues

The New Teacher Induction Program at Medford schools has for years invited incoming  district teachers to learn the essentials of their new work environment before the school year begins. This…

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Committee marks Stuart Rubin Day to honor firefighter

The township committee held its regular meeting on Sept. 22 to declare Stuart Rubin Day in Tabernacle, citing the volunteer firefighter’s 50 years of service to the township. A proclamation…

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