County Updates
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Historical human remains found at Red Bank Battlefield
The skeletal remains of as many as eleven individuals have been discovered in a mass grave at Red Bank Battlefield in Gloucester County. Read on... -
National Hire a Veteran Day!
Commissioner Denice DiCarlo, liaison to Veterans Affairs, thanks all of our veterans for their service and encourages businesses to honor a vet by hiring a vet. -
Commissioner DiCarlo successfully lobbies for Emergency Management and GC Fire Academy Funding
The State of New Jersey recently passed their Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget and included in this was Gloucester County’s request to expand emergency operations infrastructure to better equip our emergency responders. Read on... -
Disability Employment Job Fair and Resource Event scheduled for July 28
(Sewell, NJ) –On Thursday, July 28, the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners will sponsor the annual Disability Employment Job Fair and Resource Event from 9 a.m. to noon at Rowan College of South Jersey’s Gymnasium (1400 Tanyard Rd., Sewell). Read on... -
How to avoid scams and stay safe from scammers
Recognizing common signs of a scam could help you avoid failing for one. Read on... -
Red Bank Battlefield will host public archeology days
Residents and visitors are invited to explore archeology and the history of Red Bank Battlefield at our Public Archeology Days this summer. Read on... -
Summer Employment Opportunities in Gloucester County
Gloucester County has open positions for our summer programs this year. Explore potential careers in recreation, forest management, education, environmental and equine science all while spending time in the great outdoors. Read on... -
County Memorial Day Ceremony to be held on Sunday, May 29
(Monroe Twp., NJ) – Director Frank J. DiMarco and Commissioner Denice DiCarlo will hold the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Sunday, May 29 at 1 p.m. at the Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Read on... -
NJ Transit launches the next phase of the NewBus Program
NJTransit riders may see some updated routes across Gloucester, Camden and Burlington Counties. Read on... -
Mental Health Awareness Month in Gloucester County
(West Deptford, NJ)—In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, Gloucester County Division of Human & Special Services reminds all residents that Mental Health Services are available. Read on... -
Gloucester County announces Community Yard Sale benefitting the Animal Shelter
(Clayton, NJ)—Director Frank J. DiMarco announces the first Gloucester County Animal Shelter Community Yard Sale to be held on June 26, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read on... -
Rowan College of South Jersey Varsity Golf finishes 2nd at NJCAA Region 19 Championships
The Rowan College of South Jersey Varsity Golf Team won big at the NJCAA Region 19 Championships at Ashbrook Country Club. Read on... -
Gloucester County’s Small Business Recovery Grant supports our local businesses
In celebration of Small Business week, Director Frank J. DiMarco & Deputy Director Heather Simmons are reminding small businesses that the Small Business Recovery Grant can assist with economic hardships due to the pandemic. Read on... -
Gloucester County Receives Grant for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
Gloucester County’s Division of Human and Special Services has received a $75,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to improve communication and language access to county services for deaf and hard of hearing residents. Read on... -
Join Gloucester County for special pickleball event
(Sewell, NJ)—Gloucester County Board of Commissioners in partnership with the Department of Parks and Recreation will host “Picklenic,” a special event for pickleball players. Read on... -
Gloucester County launches the Gloucester County Community Outreach Team
Gloucester County is launching a new initiative, the Gloucester County Community Outreach Team. This will allow us to conduct a door-to-door outreach to help provide information and resources to Gloucester County residents. Read on... -
Gloucester County Veterans honored with federal medals
On Wednesday, April 13, the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners honored 31 veterans- seven of them posthumously- with federal medals that they had earned during their time in service but had not received. Read on... -
GLOUCESTER COUNTY ANNOUNCES SUMMER KICK OFF 2022
(Woodbury, NJ)—Gloucester County is looking forward to summer events and programs, and is getting ready to ring in the season with a new event. Read on... -
Gloucester County will hold its Annual Kitten Shower
The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners announced that the Gloucester County Animal Shelter (GCAS) will be hosting their second annual Kitten Shower on Saturday, April 30 from noon to 3 p.m. to celebrate the upcoming arrival of kitten season. Read on... -
Camden and Gloucester Counties launch SJ Film Office Cooperative
(Paulsboro, NJ)—Director Lou Cappelli Jr. of Camden County and Deputy Director Heather Simmons of Gloucester County joined industry leaders Monday to launch South Jersey’s first joint film office. Read on... -
Best of Gloucester County voting now through July 29
(Gloucester County, NJ)—With more than 100 business categories to choose from, Gloucester County residents can vote for their favorite diner, pharmacy, food store, fitness center and more as part of this year’s Best of Gloucester County contest. Read on... -
Gloucester County launches online Mosquito Treatment form
The Gloucester County Mosquito Control Division has launched an online form to automatically schedule residents for treatment by Gloucester County employees, according to Deputy Director Heather Simmons, Liaison to the Mosquito Division and Public Works. Read on... -
Register now for Gloucester County’s Step-by-Step Walking Program
Gloucester County Department of Health and Division of Senior Services is now accepting registration for the Step-by-Step Walking Program. Read on... -
Join Gloucester County for our Annual Earth Day Clean-Up
The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners and the Gloucester County Improvement Authority will sponsor the Countywide Earth Day Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 23. Read on... -
FREE Events at our Gloucester County Parks this April
The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Parks and Recreation are hosting events through April for the whole family. Read on... -
Red Bank Battlefield Spring Festival coming this April
(National Park, NJ)- Step back in time for a day of history and family fun at the annual Red Bank Battlefield Spring Festival on Sunday, April 9 from noon until 4 p.m. The event is free for all to attend. Read on... -
Explore Spring Wildflowers at Scotland Run Park
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Scotland Run Park’s “St Patrick's Day Spring Wildflower Talk and Walk” on Saturday, March 19. Read on... -
Calling all nature lovers, join Gloucester County for Nature at Night
Nature at Night is Gloucester County Parks and Recreation’s news program featuring presentations of beautiful images and real animals on display. Read on... -
FREE Wills available for eligible Gloucester County residents
Gloucester County’s free wills program is offered to our veteran and senior population at no charge. This program provides drafting and signing services to any veterans or seniors in the local area. Read on... -
Job Seekers- Get ready for the Mega Job Fair coming on March 25
(Sewell, NJ)-Gloucester County will hold a Mega Job Fair on Friday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the RCSJ Gymnasium. Read on... -
The Gloucester County Division of Senior Services offers Nutrition Program for seniors
The Division of Senior Services and the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners continue to offer seniors hot, mid-day meals. Read on... -
March 2022 is Tire Amnesty Month
(South Harrison Township, NJ) - Gloucester County Board of Commissioners Director Frank J. DiMarco declares March Tire Amnesty Month in Gloucester County. Read on... -
Hours updated at County’s Swedesboro Public Works COVID-19 Testing
The Gloucester County COVID-19 Testing Site is administering COVID-19 tests at the Swedesboro Public Works Bays by appointment only. Read on... -
Gloucester County Housing Development Corporation receives Affordable Housing Trust Fund grant
(Deptford, NJ)—Director Frank J. DiMarco announces the Gloucester County Housing Development Corporation will receive an Affordable Housing Trust Fund grant of $4,200,000. Read on... -
Gloucester County Animal Shelter adoption hours expanded
(Clayton, NJ)—The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners is expanding adoption hours at the Gloucester County Animal Shelter beginning Monday, January 31. Read on... -
Dates announced for 2022 Free Rabies Clinics
(Clayton, NJ) The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services and Gloucester County Animal Shelter (GCAS) have announced the dates for the 2022 Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic. Read on... -
Rabies Advisory – Rabid Raccoon in West Deptford Township
(West Deptford Township, NJ) – Residents in the vicinity of 31 Lynn Drive, West Deptford Township should be aware that a raccoon tested positive on January 18, 2022. There were no animals or humans exposed. Read on... -
Full kennels at the Gloucester County Animal Shelter
(Clayton, NJ)—The Gloucester County Animal Shelter’s kennel is full of animals looking for their forever homes! Read on... -
Congratulations to our 2021 Hole-in-One Golfers
It’s always a great day at the Pitman Golf Course, but especially when a golfer achieves a once-in-a-lifetime goal. Read on... -
Gloucester County honors Jean Giampola with renaming of County Bridge Number 3-F-18
The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners joined by Paulsboro Councilmembers gathered to rename County Bridge Number 3-F-18 in honor of Jeanne Giampola. Read on... -
Gloucester County Animal Control Rescues Bald Eagle
The Gloucester County Animal Control Division received a call on Saturday, December 11 in South Harrison Township regarding a sick or injured Bald Eagle. Read on... -
County Fire Marshal advises safety precautions this holiday season
As the holidays near, Gloucester County Board of Commissioners and County Fire Marshal would like to advise residents of safety precautions while decorating. Read on... -
Gloucester County Animal Shelter’s celebrates Annual Open House
(Clayton, NJ) - The Gloucester County Animal Shelter (GCAS) held their annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Read on... -
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