Joseph F. Berenato
On observing protocol in honor of Her Royal Highness
The Queen has died, and House Mohawk is officially in mourning. Queen Elizabeth II, Great Britain’s longest-reigning monarch—ruling for...
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Joseph F. Berenato
- 7 days ago
Malinsky discusses housing
West End, 11th Street, 12th Street projects HAMMONTON—Town solicitor Michael Malinsky spoke about several recent redevelopment matters at...
Joseph F. Berenato
- Aug 29
On summer’s end, starting school and the solace of the stage
At the end of my freshman year I signed up for chorus and concert choir, and by two weeks into my sophomore year, I was hooked.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Aug 22
Townhome Plan OK’d
A special meeting of town council was held on August 8 to discuss a redevelopment agreement.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Aug 15
84 apartments on 12th Street OK’d
Representatives from Hammonton Gardens LLC appeared once more in front of the Hammonton Planning Board.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Aug 8
Fiorentino, others retire
Capt. Mark Fiorentino, a longtime member of the Hammonton Police Department, announced his retirement.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jul 25
Faithful drawn to July 16th
Legions of the faithful gathered in Hammonton to participate in the 147th annual religious procession at Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jul 18
On the Batmobile, blueberry season & a bit of friendly banter
Since July is National Blueberry Month, and the blueberry harvest is in full swing, I thought this would be a good time to share a story.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jul 4
Council passes budget
Town council voted to pass the 2022 budget, representing a one-cent increase to taxpayers, at their regular meeting on June 20.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jun 27
Proposed 12th Street apartments
Representatives from Hammonton Gardens LLC presented a site improvement application at the June 13 meeting of the Hammonton Planning Board.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jun 20
On housework, heated debates and having to admit I’m wrong
As anyone with linoleum can attest, using a Swiffer WetJet is only a stopgap measure, and even using a mop only gets the job half-done.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Jun 6
1-cent town tax hike
On May 23, Mayor Stephen DiDonato announced that the 2022 municipal budget would represent a one-cent increase to taxpayers.
Joseph F. Berenato
- May 23
On reflection, serenity and running for my life
While some associate the month of May with fragrant flowers, sunny days and the like, I often associate it with the time I almost died.
Joseph F. Berenato
- May 13
Council OKs salaries for town employees
Several personnel matters were addressed at the April 25 meeting of town council, held in town hall.
Joseph F. Berenato
- May 9
Cypress well contaminated
Council was informed from a resident on Cypress Court of elevated levels of PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl substances) in their drinking well test.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Apr 25
Apt. complex expansion
The Hammonton Environmental Commission heard a development review presentation by Hammonton Gardens LLC at their monthly meeting on April 13
Joseph F. Berenato
- Apr 25
On kids’ night, camaraderie, and crabs and spaghetti
Last Friday, I engaged in one of my favorite annual traditions: visiting the Never There Gun Club for their crabs and spaghetti dinner.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Apr 18
New Fire Company No. 2 sign
Representatives from Hammonton Independent Volunteer Fire Company No 2 appeared before the planning board at that body’s meeting on April 6.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Apr 11
Angello, O’Neil promoted
Hammonton Police Chief Kevin Friel introduced several promotions and new hires within his department at the regular meeting of town council.
Joseph F. Berenato
- Mar 21
On springtime, more sunlight and sitting on a porch
This past Sunday, we returned to Daylight Savings Time, and I, for one, could not be happier.