5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Perkins Center Offers Summer Camps For Collingswood Children

The Perkins Center for the Arts offers 2-week long, art-intensive STEAM summer camps for children ages 5-14.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Study Opportunity for Children 11-14 at Temple University!

Psychology Lab at Temple University looking for families in the community to contribute to science! Fun, safe, and compensation available!

Collingswood Educational Advocates Want To Hear From YOU!

The group's annual community survey is now live on their website.

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Collingswood Educational Advocate Group Works To Educate Voters

The 5 candidates for Board of Education will be hosted by the Collingswood Educational Advocacy Group (CEAG) and NJ Pen.

Special Needs Family Fun Night at Clementon Park and Splash World

Families With Special Needs Can Enjoy a Splashing Good Time to Benefit the Autism Cares Foundation

10th Annual Collingswood Green Festival Is This Weekend

The Green Festival is Saturday along Irvin Avenue.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Collingswood

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

After 74 Years Repairing Shoes in Haddonfield, James Spinelli is Still Going Strong

Spinelli is set to turn 94 on Saturday and still has no plans to retire.

$1M Mega Millions Winning Ticket Bought in Berlin

Six NJ union electricians split the $1 million prize

NJ Transit Offers System-wide Cross-honoring Thursday

Customers can use ticket or pass on alternate travel mode

Republic Bank Raises Money for Needy Children

A total of $1,500 was raised this holiday season.

South Jersey's Top 14 Feel-Good Stories of 2013

Between brave kids, supportive communities and dreams fulfilled, there were plenty of positive stories to go around this year in the region.

Arts Group Kicks Off NJ's 350th Anniversary with Raffle and Open House

The ArtPride NJ Foundation kicks off state's 350th year with Art Glass Raffle and Open House on Jan. 31 in downtown Burlington.

First Weekend of Winter Could Bring Record Warmth To Central, South Jersey

WATCH: Collingswood Schoolchildren Sing Songs of the Season

About 60-75 children from the Zane North and Thomas Sharp Elementary Schools gathered together at the steps of the Old Zane School to perform in public.

Kenkojuku Karate Adopting Collingswood Families for the Holidays

Would you like to help? Here's how to contribute.

LeSean McCoy Talks Perseverance, Drive at Katz JCC

The Eagles running back told an audience at the annual sports awards dinner about his personal path to success.

West Deptford Father of Four Gets New Wheels for Christmas

David Herbert was the lucky recipient of a repaired Chevy Malibu from Boggs Auto in Woodbury—the first car he's had in seven years.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Flyers Great Bob Kelly Drops in on Collingswood Schoolchildren

As the surprise guest at the kids' November assembly, the former Broad Street Bully talked about teamwork, motivation, and cultivating a positive attitude.

Stockton Opens Noyes Museum Arts Garage

The gallery and retail location showcases artists and photographers from the region.

Just in Time for Thanksgiving, Sen. Cory Booker Helps Save the Day, Again

The former mayor of Newark dropped by the Food Bank of South Jersey on Wednesday to fill bags of food for the needy.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Collingswood Youth Football Team Takes First Title

The Panthers youth football squad powered past Sterling, 27-14, with a strong second-half performance.

Jewish, Catholic Leaders Renew Interfaith Bonds

The meeting at the Katz JCC emphasized the importance of bringing together the local religious communities.

Farm and Fisherman Tavern & Market Opens Saturday

The farm-to-table movement is coming to Cherry Hill.

Panthers Youth Football Headed to Tri-County Championship

The Collingswood Panthers middle school youth football team will take an undefeated record into the TCMFL championship game against Sterling on Friday.

Good News from the Warrior Princess

Five-year-old Claire Koreck is finally cancer free, but she paid a price to get that way.

In Atlantic County, Patrick Kennedy - JFK's Nephew - Becomes A Dad Again

The Kennedy name lives on in Atlantic County, N.J. - and it lives on as the nation marks the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination on Friday

County Library Holiday Book Drive Looking to Set Another Record

The Camden County Library System collected over 3,800 books last year. Get details on how you can help this year.

Ugly in Collingswood: Tacky Photo Sessions Benefit Local Charity

26 Collingswood Runners Race the Philly Marathon

Nearly 11,000 runners took part in Sunday's annual race.

Collingswood U Speaker Series Gives Residents A Platform