"It was almost like sending your adult kid back to preschool as you stand there and you watch it drive away," John Kenyon said.
"We don't have any relatives in this area. So, the Ronald McDonald house was instrumental and crucial for us," Majd Ahmad said.
Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.
Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.
Make food safety your first ingredient.
Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.
Child care runs Camden County parents anywhere from $7,700 to $14,700 a year, eating up income and driving some out of the labor market.
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.
The Perkins Center for the Arts offers 2-week long, art-intensive STEAM summer camps for children ages 5-14.
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.
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.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
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!
Psychology Lab at Temple University looking for families in the community to contribute to science! Fun, safe, and compensation available!
The group's annual community survey is now live on their website.
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?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
The 5 candidates for Board of Education will be hosted by the Collingswood Educational Advocacy Group (CEAG) and NJ Pen.
Families With Special Needs Can Enjoy a Splashing Good Time to Benefit the Autism Cares Foundation
The Green Festival is Saturday along Irvin Avenue.
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.
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.
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.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
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.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Spinelli is set to turn 94 on Saturday and still has no plans to retire.
Six NJ union electricians split the $1 million prize
Customers can use ticket or pass on alternate travel mode
A total of $1,500 was raised this holiday season.
Between brave kids, supportive communities and dreams fulfilled, there were plenty of positive stories to go around this year in the region.
The ArtPride NJ Foundation kicks off state's 350th year with Art Glass Raffle and Open House on Jan. 31 in downtown Burlington.
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.
Would you like to help? Here's how to contribute.
The Eagles running back told an audience at the annual sports awards dinner about his personal path to success.
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.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
As the surprise guest at the kids' November assembly, the former Broad Street Bully talked about teamwork, motivation, and cultivating a positive attitude.
The gallery and retail location showcases artists and photographers from the region.
The former mayor of Newark dropped by the Food Bank of South Jersey on Wednesday to fill bags of food for the needy.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
The Panthers youth football squad powered past Sterling, 27-14, with a strong second-half performance.
The meeting at the Katz JCC emphasized the importance of bringing together the local religious communities.
The farm-to-table movement is coming to Cherry Hill.