Booked for Life

In some of the most horrific reports on Russia’s assault and bombings of Ukraine, there emerge scenes of Ukrainian families barricaded in basements and other hideaways, still holding classes with parents reading to even the very youngest. No wars, no pandemic, can stand in the way of children started on a lifetime of learning through

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ANCHOR Replaces Homestead Rebate, Makes Renters Eligible for Relief

Last week, Gov. Phil Murphy unveiled the ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program, a new initiative that will distribute $900 million in property tax relief to nearly 1.8 million homeowners and renters across the state during Fiscal Year 2023 (FY2023). The ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters) Property Tax Relief Program is part

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First Harvest Credit Union Accepts Scholarship Applications

Applications are now available for First Harvest Credit Union’s scholarship awards for the 2022-2023 academic year. Scholarship awards up to $1,000 are awarded to college-bound high school seniors based on academic performance, extra-curricular activities, community service, a teacher recommendation, and a personal essay. “Last year, First Harvest Credit Union awarded $6,200 in scholarships to individual

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Dunkin’ of Greater Philadelphia Donates $30,000 to Food Bank of South Jersey

On Friday, March 4, the Food Bank of South Jersey received a $30,000 donation from Dunkin’ of greater Philadelphia to help fight hunger throughout the region. This donation comes from Dunkin’ of greater Philadelphia’s Roast Hunger program, which began on Thanksgiving Day through December 10. For every Large Hot Coffee purchased by DD Perks® members,

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Market Strategies

Marketing your small business may sound tough and expensive, but technology allows small businesses to efficiently budget, advertise, create awareness, and network at a low cost. Here are the first four of eight easy and low-cost ways to market your business online and locally. SEO your company’s website: Many small businesses underutilize Search Engine Optimization

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Good Timing

Sometimes, when someone says that they’re going to clean your clock, it doesn’t mean anything bad. In fact, when they clean—and fix—your clock, as was done with our beloved downtown clock, it’s reason to celebrate. First, here’s a little bit of history about the clock on the north side of the 600 block of Landis

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At the YMCA

In its earliest stage, the Railroad YMCA, a late 19th century alliance between the Young Men’s Christian Association and railroad companies, offered overnight lodging, prayer meetings and wholesome activities for railroad workers. On the eve of the 20th century, it arrived in Camden, New Jersey. The Pennsylvania Railroad YMCA was established in 1895, opening the

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