The Medford Sun

09/11/2026

Twenty-six years ago, September 11 meant back-to-school spirits; hazy, end-of-summer weather; the beginning of a season with rowdy fans, dressed in green, piling into Veterans Stadium to cheer on their favorite football team. When American Airlines Flight 11 hit the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. in 2001, though, everything changed. The crashes that subsequently hit the South Tower at 9:03, the Pentagon at 9:37, and an empty field in Shanksville, PA, alerted the country that this was an attack, unlike anything we had seen on U.S. soil since Pearl Harbor.

Twenty-six years ago, September 11 meant back-to-school spirits; hazy, end-of-summer weather; the beginning of a season with rowdy fans, dressed in green, pilin

09/08/2026

Burlington County Animal Alliance's Adoptable Pet of the Week: Meet Onyx 🖤🐾

At about 1 year old and 45 pounds, Onyx is a gorgeous, sweet boy searching for the patient and loving forever home he deserves.

Onyx can be nervous around strangers, loud noises and unfamiliar situations, but give him time to feel safe and his affectionate personality shines. He loves curling up on the couch, sleeping beside his person and soaking up all the love from someone he trusts. ❤️

He also loves cats, is about 90% potty trained and would thrive in a quiet, child-free home with a fenced yard. Another friendly dog could also help show him that the world isn’t such a scary place.
Onyx has already been let down twice. This time, he needs someone who will stay.

Could you be his forever person? 🏡

Learn more and apply at bcaaofnj.org.

09/08/2026

Historic Smithville Park will once again be illuminated with captivating light displays and original artwork for a festival celebrating contemporary and traditional art, music, poetry, and other creative performances during the 2026 Arts After Dark festival.

The free event will be held on Saturday, September 19, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Historic Smithville Park (803 Smithville Road, Eastampton) and will showcase a mix of artists, musicians, and performers from across the region.

Historic Smithville Park will once again be illuminated with captivating light displays and original artwork for a festival celebrating contemporary and traditi

09/07/2026

Hundreds of Burlington County students will be better prepared for the start of the new school year thanks to a successful backpack and school supplies drive organized by State Senator Troy Singleton, the Burlington County Commissioners, and the Burlington County Sheriff’s Office.

Hundreds of Burlington County students will be better prepared for the start of the new school year thanks to a successful backpack and school supplies drive or

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who keep our local communities moving forward every day.

As a local media company, we’re proud to tell the stories of the organizations and neighbors who make our communities such special places to live, work and call home.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing and well-deserved Labor Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

09/04/2026

Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel is continuing her service on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Local Government Advisory Council.

Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel is continuing her service on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Local Government Advisor

09/03/2026

Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey opened their newest location on Aug. 11 on Tomlinson Mill Road. Located next to Donkey’s, the new site is a convenient place for local residents to recycle and donate gently-used and unwanted items including clothing, accessories, toys, books, housewares, furniture and more. Goodwill’s Medford Donation Centers are open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

09/03/2026

On any summer morning along New Jersey’s coast, you’ll find people casting lines from the surf, dropping bait from small boats, or simply standing at the water’s edge, waiting. Fishing here is a tradition, a livelihood, and can be a way for people to learn about and come to care for the environment.

BY ALISON MITCHELL New Jersey Conservation Foundation On any summer morning along New Jersey’s coast, you’ll find people casting lines from the surf,

09/02/2026

Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz provided updates on voting by mail for the upcoming General Election following the recent U.S. Supreme Court action concerning federal requirements for mail-in ballots.

“Burlington County looks forward to continuing to administer vote-by-mail in accordance with current New Jersey State law and guidance from state election officials, as we have done successfully for over a decade,” said Burlington County Clerk Joanne Schwartz. “While the outcome of current litigation with the federal government regarding this matter remains uncertain, Burlington County election officials will closely monitor any developments and will make necessary adjustments consistent with applicable law and official guidance.

09/02/2026

What's going on in the Medford this month? Check out our community calendar to find out. 📆

Want something included in an upcoming calendar? ✉️ Email our Editor-in-Chief at [email protected] at least 14 days in advance!

For more on township events, visit medfordtownship.com. For library events, visit bcls.lib.nj.us.   Around Town Septemb