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In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Trump EPA role could complicate a Burlington County Democrat's future run
  • Can Burlington City's Blue Devils defend their title in a tougher division?
  • Does your child's Burlington-area school qualify for free breakfast this year?

Also on today's calendar: Property Restoration Business Liquidation | Langhorne, PA | Tools | Commercial Equipment and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 83, low: 66.
  • Thursday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Trump Administration reappoints Burlington County Democrat Allison Eckel to EPA advisory panel (newjerseyglobe.com) — Burlington County Commissioner Allison Eckel has been reappointed by the Trump administration to the EPA's Local Government Advisory Council, giving the county a direct voice on federal environmental policy. Her decision to continue serving could shape a potential 8th District legislative run, raising questions about working with a Republican administration while representing Democratic-leaning Burlington County.
   

• WJFL '26 preview: Diamond Division Players to Watch, predictions (burlingtoncountytimes.com) — Burlington City High's football team enters the new WJFL Diamond Division as a top contender after last year's division and sectional titles, led by returning quarterback Mason Shansey. With key starters to replace and a potentially decisive home game against Paulsboro on October 23, local fans can expect a competitive season with high stakes for another championship run.
   

• Free school breakfast in SJ: How does it work? (burlingtoncountytimes.com) — Families in Burlington County and across South Jersey can tap into free school breakfast through New Jersey's School Breakfast Program and the federal Community Eligibility Provision, which let qualifying schools serve all students at no cost. The article explains how income thresholds, assistance programs, and district-level participation determine eligibility, helping local parents understand whether their children's schools may offer free morning meals.
   

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    Tuesday August 25
  • TOBATA by Toby
    Burlington County - Parks Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences - 307 Hig
    10:00 am
  • Country Line Dancing
    Burlington County - Parks Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences - 307 Hig
    11:30 am
  • House/Board Mtg
    Bordentown Elks Lodge 11 Amboy Rd, Bordentown Township, NJ 08505
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 26
  • Haddon Township Varsity Football @ FTMHS →
    Florence Township Memorial High School, 1050, Burlington
    9:00 am

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  • McDonald's posted a job opening for NJ Shift Manager in Burlington. Apply here.
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill posted a job opening for Crew Member in Burlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Burlington here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Burlington County Animal Shelter Holding Monthly Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic on Wednesday (tapinto.net)

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  • Flash Flood Warning in Effect Until 7:45 AM This Morning (tvdelmarva.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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