Category: Bordentown Register News
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Common calendar, Packet papers, July 9
Ongoing Through Sept. 30, Somerset County residents can apply with the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services to receive $30 worth of farmers’ market vouchers for the purchase of locally-grown fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs. Eligible residents can use these vouchers at participating Somerset County farmer’s markets until Nov. 30. Vouchers will…
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Burlington County Clerk accepting appointments for Wednesday afternoon weddings
The Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences is turning into a wedding venue on Wednesday afternoons. Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz, who has married a total of 367 couples since taking office as clerk, will begin performing weddings every Wednesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. by appointment-only, as of July 14, in the historic…
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Burlington County to celebrate opening of new segment of Delaware River Heritage Trail
Burlington County has a new addition to its regional trails network, offering walkers, runners and bicyclists an amazing journey through some of South Jersey’s most scenic and culturally significant destinations. The county recently completed construction of a new 5.5-mile segment of the Delaware River Heritage Trail and the Board of County Commissioners is inviting residents…
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‘Moth-ers’ ‘shine a light on’ 10th observance of moths in their local habitats
National Moth Week (NMW) is marking its 10th year July 17-25 with a call to young people around the world to learn about and observe moths in their local habitats. Each year since 2012, NMW has shone a light on often unheralded moths, calling attention to their beauty, extraordinary diversity and essential role in the…
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Spotting – and stomping – a menace
Awareness and education key to curbing spotted lanternfly destruction By KRISTEN DOWD The Sun On a recent hot and sunny Saturday morning, the Burlington County Agricultural Center was bustling. Patrons perused the county’s weekly farmers market’s extensive offerings: Jersey Fresh produce and delectable baked goods, vibrant floral bouquets and gourmet cheese spreads. On this particular…
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SOLUTIONS 7/2: Capturing Carbon – Ideas Large and Small
By Huck Fairman Most local readers know about the climate crisis we face, and they recognize that we have limited time to reduce emissions before the problem becomes catastrophic. What many may not be aware of are the numerous, diverse efforts to reduce our carbon emissions. Among those widely known are electric vehicles, solar panels,…
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Common calendar, Packet papers, July 2
Ongoing Burlington County is continuing to make COVID-19 shots available to residents. The Health Department will open four new fixed vaccine clinics. The clinics will run on the following schedule: Mondays, from 2-6 p.m. at the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center, 53 Academy Dr., Westampton (drive-thru clinic); Tuesdays, from 9 a.m. to 1…
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Burlington County continues to offer zero-interest HELP loans to small businesses impacted by pandemic
The Burlington County Board of Commissioners are reminding local small business owners and nonprofits that zero-interest loans are still available to assist them with their pandemic recovery. “COVID-19 produced widespread and devastating impacts unlike anything most of us have ever experienced,” Commissioner Deputy Director Dan O’Connell said in a prepared statement. “We’ve made great strides…
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Bordentown City Community Garden is in full bloom
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MAXINE BRIMMER The Bordentown City Community Garden is in full bloom.
