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Melissa Riker

Articles by Melissa Riker

Concerns within the community arise following updated animal regulations

Local breeders shared their worries about the introduced ordinance. Shamong residents filled the municipal building at Tuesday night’s committee meeting with concerns regarding what residents called a “local puppy mill.” Following…

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Tabernacle resident shares the value of being a Girl Scout

Leesa Hovius has gained irreplaceable skills and opportunities through her 13 years of Scouting. The accomplished Girl Scout, Leesa Hovius, pictured in uniform at her Tabernacle residence on Aug. 7. Thanks-A-Lot…

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Woodford Cedar Run releases red tail hawk singed by methane

The hawk will be released next week. The lazy days of summer do not apply to the Cedar Run Wildlife Hospital. Summer is a busy time, particularly when most “patients” stay…

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March to the beat of your own drum at Bob Meyer Memorial Park

Girl Scouts Sarah May Lambert and Madison Bermingham completed their Silver Award project by building a music wall for the community to enjoy. Sarah May Lambert and Madison Bermingham are pictured…

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Tabernacle native reflects on his ‘New Jersey Home’ in upcoming debut EP

Lee Langdon’s anticipated EP will feature five original songs. Music has struck a chord in Lee Langdon since he was a child. Growing up in an environment where music was always present — from…

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Cedar Run looks forward to autumn events

“Autumn with the Animals” and “Hoot, Waddle and Stroll” are the anticipated events for the fall. You’ll be going wild for wildlife with two fall events at Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife…

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Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs announces annual “Clear the Shelter” event

The event will take place on Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burlington County residents looking for a fantastic opportunity to adopt a new four-legged friend are in luck.…

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Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs announces annual “Clear the Shelter” event

The event will take place on Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burlington County residents looking for a fantastic opportunity to adopt a new four-legged friend are in luck.…

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Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs announces annual “Clear the Shelter” event

The event will take place on Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burlington County residents looking for a fantastic opportunity to adopt a new four-legged friend are in luck.…

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Burlington County Health Department promotes ‘Kid’s Cookbook Contest’

Winning recipes submitted by Burlington County kids will be featured in a cookbook constructed by the health department. The Burlington County Health Department is having a Kids’ Cookbook Contest. Burlington County…

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