COVID, Community Steps Up: Cinnaminson's Top Stories In 2020

CINNAMINSON, NJ — The year 2020 brought illness and strife to Cinnaminson. It also brought community, perseverance and new beginnings.

Even as a total of 578 lives were taken by the coronavirus in Burlington County, businesses opened, closed and adapted, and community members and neighbors pitched in to help one another.

A middle school teacher was named a top educator, and one lucky person brought home $1 million on a winning lottery ticket. The community also mourned a beloved woman.

Patch is looking back at some of the top stories from Cinnaminson in 2020.

South Jersey Hospitals Ready To Distribute Coronavirus Vaccine

Although a vaccine for COVID-19 has been approved, now is not the time to let your guard down, officials warned on Friday.

Cinnaminson Woman Who Loved Travel, Family Time, Dies At Age 80

Helen D. Kaye passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Internet Access Boosted In Cinnaminson Library Parking Lot

The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) is boosting free WiFi access from the parking lot of the Cinnaminson branch to help residents.

Cinnaminson Saw 47 Percent Spike In Coronavirus Cases This Summer

Cinnaminson has seen an increase of more than 47 percent in coronavirus cases since July 4.

Cinnaminson Police Now Have An App; New Website Launches Thursday

The app allows Cinnaminson residents to have anonymous discussions with officers via text. It was paid for with civil forfeiture funds.

Modell's Distribution Center Moving Into South Jersey Warehouse

Modell's is moving its primary distribution center to a warehouse in Burlington County, officials announced.

Cinnaminson Modell's To Close As Company Declares Bankruptcy

Modell's Sporting Goods declared bankruptcy on Wednesday. All its stores, including the Cinnaminson location, will close.

EPA Entering 4th Phase Of Cinnaminson Superfund Site Cleanup

The federal Environmental Protection Agency announced plans for the fourth stage of the cleanup of a Superfund site in Cinnaminson Thursday.

Wynwood Rehab In Cinnaminson Collecting Donations For Residents

Wynwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Cinnaminson is collecting donations for their residents this holiday season.

$1M Lottery Ticket Sold At Burlington County Gas Station

A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold at a gas station in Burlington Township last week. Does it belong to you?

NJ Shoppers Must Wear Masks: Where To Get Them, How It's Enforced

Gov. Phil Murphy ordered stores across NJ to require face coverings, masks on shoppers. Here's how you can get yours, and how it's enforced.

Cinnaminson Schools To See Double-Digit Increase In State Aid

Cinnaminson schools will see a significant increase in state aid from last year, according to numbers released by the state.

Reading Teacher Named Top Educator At Cinnaminson Middle School

Beth Green always wanted to inspire children. She does so as a teacher, and has been recognized for her efforts.

Don't Kill The Ump: Ed Chappell Makes A Difference From Behind The Batter's Box

The Delran man's license was suspended after 3 DUIs in 90 days. That's when he found his calling in life.

No Tax Increase In This Year's Cinnaminson Township Budget

Cinnaminson Township Committee unanimously approved a budget with no tax increase during their meeting Monday night.

Cinnaminson Student, EMS To Be Recognized By 200 Club

The 200 Club of Burlington County's 30th annual Valor Awards take place Feb. 29 at The Merion.

Cinnaminson Tackles Deficiencies In Affordable Housing Plan

Cinnaminson Township Committee took several steps to help the township meet its latest affordable housing obligations Monday night.