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Cheers Cherry Hill! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Cherry Hill's school cuts and tax hike affect your family?
  • When and why Cherry Hill parents should attend the BOE forum
  • How Cherry Hill helps veterans work in Philly but stay Jersey-based

Also on today's calendar: Third Annual Apple Festival at First Methodist Church and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: Nice with clouds and sun, temps: high: 78, low: 63.
  • Monday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. How these South Jersey schools are adjusting to layoffs, budget cuts (thedailyjournal.com) — Cherry Hill Public Schools are closing a $29 million budget gap by cutting about 70 positions, mostly through attrition, and raising school taxes roughly $420 for an average home, spread over two years. District leaders also trimmed nearly $8 million from non-personnel costs, while warning that state aid cuts and rising benefits and transportation expenses are straining local finances.
   

2. Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing: 9/3/2026 (insidernj.com) — Cherry Hill parents should know the local PTA is organizing a Board of Education candidate forum, giving you a chance to hear directly from those seeking to help run township schools. The statewide political briefing also scans everything from data center fights to local development battles, but the Cherry Hill item is a key opportunity to get informed before school board decisions affect your family.
   

3. Best States for Veterans: New Jersey Guide (gijobs.com) — Veterans in Cherry Hill are well-positioned to tap Philadelphia's job market while still benefiting from New Jersey's veteran tax breaks and VA access. This statewide guide explains how careers in logistics, healthcare, defense, and pharma, plus pension and property-tax benefits, can offset the state's high housing costs. It also outlines why South Jersey suburbs like Cherry Hill appeal to military families.
   

4. Hamilton West football runs away from Lawrence for first victory (trentonian.com) — Hamilton West's football team bounced back from a lopsided opening loss with a 25-16 win over Lawrence, powered by big plays from its offense and a strong defensive effort. For Cherry Hill fans, the key takeaway is that Lawrence next hosts Cherry Hill West, setting up a notable early-season matchup for the local program.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Jalsa Indian Kitchen Hosts School Supply Drive for Somerdale Park School —South Jersey Foodie Read on Patch
  • Please help me find my missing cat- she was lost from 910 Fulton street in cherry hill, last seen between 1010-1014 Murray ave.
    PLEASE CHECK YOUR GARAGE, SHED, BASEMENT, AND UNDER DECKS OR PORCHES. She scares easily so please do not chase her and instead try to lure her in… (Nextdoor Cherry Hill - Erlton)
  • PGA TOUR Superstore posted a job opening for Studio Fitting Specialist in Cherry Hill. Apply here.
  • Aerotek posted a job opening for Inventory Control Specialist in Cherry Hill. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cherry Hill here.

Ok Cherry Hill! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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