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NJ Pen is a local news website covering the issues, events, and people of suburban Camden County, New Jersey, USA.

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When the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament kicks off next weekend, so will watch parties across the region, as Camden County leverages an influx of tourism dollars to broaden access to the contests.

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Since 200, there's been a moratorium on cultivating #chickens in #Collingswood. But after the success of model backyard hen programs in 19 other @camdencountynj communities, a handful of residents say it's time to revisit the issue.

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A Primary Election with low voter turnout and few uncontested races yielded little in the way of surprises Tuesday, but the (as-yet unofficial) results set up the midterm slate for the November General Election in Camden County, NJ.

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On Tuesday, union workers at the embattled EMR metal recycling picketed Camden City Hall. The company closed their job site Friday after another fire, and the city is working to see that it remains closed. The crews fear for their careers if it does.

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We've got your guide to the races in Tuesday's primary election here, from the U.S. Congressional midterms to the county and municipal contests, plus sample ballots, your polling place finder, and more.

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On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots in the 2026 New Jersey Primary Elections. In Oaklyn, three candidates are running for the opportunity to appear on the Democratic ticket in the General Election for borough council this fall.

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On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots in the 2026 New Jersey Primary Elections. Four candidates are running for the opportunity to appear on the Democratic ticket in the General Election for @merchantville.

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Friday morning, EMR sustained a 15th fire at its Camden City facility in 6 years. The company, which is being sued by @NewJerseyOAG, has paused operations while it investigates. @CityofCamdenGov and @camdencountynj are calling for its permanent closure.

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You won't see Jersey peaches at your market this summer: an extreme week of weather in April destroyed the season's crops. That makes it doubly important to support other locally grown produce as farmers work to overcome the loss. @JerseyFreshNJDA

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After a 5-year hiatus, Bleu Bear Bakery is moving back to a dedicated storefront in Oaklyn. The business prides itself on ingredient sensitivity, with gluten-free, vegan, and other specialty baked goods for those with or without dietary issues.

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@camdencountynj made $325K in improvements to Hopkins Pond in #Haddonfield: hardscaping, plantings, benches, and a pavilion. The upgrades will allow the community to activate the space as a component of passive recreation in a historic natural setting.

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#Collingswood May Fair and @CollingswoodFa1 canceled for Saturday amid foreboding weather. We spoke with the people behind the festival and those affected by it. Here's what they suggest can be done to help them out.

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On Monday, the Collingswood Education Association presented a vote of no confidence in its superintendent, Fred McDowell. We spoke with both parties for this story.

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Today, the @CityofCamdenGov and @camdencountynj celebrated @HaddonTwp resident Tom Martin's @FreeBooksProj and its efforts to connect low-income, high-foot-traffic neighborhoods with literacy and community.

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The cost of garbage removal in #Haddonfield likely is headed up. Current vendor Suburban Disposal Inc. said it can't meet the price it quoted the borough last year without changes.

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A @PennsaukenTwp man is alleged to have co-led a human trafficking and narcotics ring that stretched across four NJ counties, exploiting women to perform sex acts for money and sell drugs. At least 15 survivors have been identified. @NewJerseyOAG

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This weekend, Angelique Sherman opens the doors to her boutique, Shop the Closet by Angelique. It's the first storefront for Sherman, who's leveraging a degree in fashion and years of retail and marketing experience to bring her vision to #Collingswood.

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After @VirtuaHealth surgeon Keith Meslin cleared him of cancer, retired @MEDFORDTWPNJ Police K9 Handler Perry Parks of Absolute Control Dog Training wanted to repay him. The best way he knew to do it was to train a service dog in Meslin's namesake.

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“Pride is about love and community and togetherness,” Collingswood Pride Committee Chair Kevin King said. “It's a protest, but it’s a celebration; a joyous occasion, and we hope people will come out for it.”

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The @DVRPC Household Travel Survey collects data on residents' travel habits across 12 NJ and PA counties. Responses will inform infrastructure planning and funding for the next 10 years. Take a look inside the process here.

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