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SNAP Minimum Benefits will expire in February

Beginning March 2023, all households eligible for the NJ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive a minimum $50 monthly benefit following the end of federal SNAP emergency allotments in February.

The New Jersey Department of ...

GCAS feline friends looking for a forever home

The Gloucester County Animal Shelter is searching for forever homes for senior cats, Ralph and Abbott.

Ralph, a 9-year-old male, is ready to go home! Ralph came in sick but after 4 weeks of medication, he is feeling better and staff is seeing improvements ...

Gloucester County announces two new funding opportunities for local organizations

(WOODBURY, NJ)- Gloucester County Commissioner Deputy Director Heather Simmons has announced two new recovery grant opportunities available to Gloucester County municipalities, non-profits and local businesses.

“Both of these grant programs are v...

Clyde, GCAS longest resident, needs a forever home

The Gloucester County Animal Shelter’s longest resident, Clyde, is in search of his forever home!

Clyde, a 2-year-old sheppard/pitbull mix, has been on the search for his new home since August 2022. 

“Clyde is a very vocal, ramb...

Dates announced for 2023 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 2023 Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic offered to reside...

Explore your green thumb with Gloucester County Home Gardening School

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners and the Gloucester County Certified Gardeners have announced their 2023 Home Gardening School line-up.

“These classes are designed for individuals with an interest in gardening, horticulture and the en...

Gloucester County’s FREE Flu Shot Dates added

Gloucester County’s FREE Flu Shot Dates added

Director Frank J. DiMarco and Commissioner Jim Jefferson are pleased to announce additional dates to the FREE Flu Shot Program. New dates have been added for 2022 and the program will now be extended ...

Gloucester County’s Shady Lane Nursing Home named one of US News’ Best Nursing Homes

The Gloucester County Shady Lane Nursing Home received a top rating from US News in Short Term Rehabilitation (3/3) and Long-Term Care (3/3) landing them on the list of Best Nursing Homes in 2022-2023 (source). 

Shady Lane Nursing Home has been pa...

DiMarco freezes county spending

NEWS

For Immediate Release: Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Contact:  Director Frank J. DiMarco (856-853-3386) 

DiMarco freezes county spending

After adopting the county budget in April with a tax rate cut, the nation started s...

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.

On June 26, 2022, human remains of Hessian soldiers were uncovered after resting for nearly two and a half centuries. T...

Parent Education Workshop to be held late September

The Gloucester County Commission for Women and The Arc Gloucester are co-sponsoring a Parent Education Workshop dedicated to “What Parents Should Know About the IEP Process” on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM ...

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 R...

How to avoid scams and stay safe from scammers

Recognizing common signs of a scam could help you avoid failing for one.

“Gloucester County wants to keep our residents safe and that includes scams via phone or the internet,” said Director Frank J. DiMarco. “You can never be...

Gloucester County Receives Grant for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals

Gloucester County Receives Grant for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals

(WOODBURY, NJ)—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 Hearin...

Gloucester County launches the Gloucester County Community Outreach Team

Gloucester County has partnered with Civic Operations Group to launch 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 res...

Gloucester County will hold its Annual Kitten Shower

(Clayton, NJ) -- 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 kitte...

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. The South Jersey Film Office Cooperati...

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 Count...

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 Saturday, April 9 from noon until 4 p.m. The event is free for all to attend.   

Director Frank J. DiMarco sa...

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.

The new updated hours are: 

Monday 8:00 a.m.­– 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday...

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