BORDENTOWN, NJ — While a new month is now ahead of us, let's look back at some of the top "feel good" stories to come out of Bordentown in August 2025! 

Bordentown Resident Benjamin Moore's Service to Country Remembered at I-295 Naming Ceremony: The way Bordentown resident Army Specialist Benjamin Moore lived his life justifies the naming of a bridge after him that connects two parts of Crosswicks Creek, his U.S. Army Captain said at avceremony at Bordentown Beach that made that naming official. "I was there present and watched Ben's positivity, his humor, his charisma, connect well across every single one of his peers, every single one of his leaders, and really anybody he met. He was invaluable throughout both our hardships and our joys, throughout the training and our deployment,” said Charles Comfort, who is now a Colonel. “As I look across this audience today, Ben's connection spans far and wide.”  The naming of the bridge after Moore and the unit he served with – the 693rd Sapper Company – is the culmination of a years-long effort by his mother, Amy, who is also president of the American Gold Star Mothers Department of New Jersey. She told TAPinto Bordentown that the day was spurring many emotions. 

Sisterhood as the Storm: How a Winning Soccer Team Became a Family: Three nights a week, on warm summer nights in July, a special group of girls ages 11 to 13 come together for one shared passion: soccer. The Bordentown Storm Travel Soccer Team is comprised of a group of passionate and dedicated young girls whose love for the game and each other is unmistakable. Given the fact that many of these girls have been friends since Kindergarten, their long-standing friendship has created an unbreakable bond. The team, helmed by Head Coach Chris Ermi and Manager Jennifer Ermi, was formed last fall when the married duo of three soccer players and fellow Bordentown soccer parents saw a need for something more competitive than recreational play. 

Bordentown Regional H.S. Football is Ready To Bring The Heat In '25: No doubt about it, the weather is very hot these days. There’s also no doubt that the Bordentown Regional High School football program is going to bring the heat to their opponents on the field this year. The Scotties are scheduled to begin the regular season with a home game versus Burlington City on Friday, September 5. “We want to improve every day, get as many reps as possible and be a team,’’ Bordentown head coach Skip Edwards said.  “Our plan is to improve every single day we hit the field-find one thing each player did to improve their play in football that will make them a better person in life.’’ 

Bordentown Sculpture Foundation Turns Hilltop Park Into a “Zoo”: Visitors to Bordentown City's Hilltop Park may have noticed that they aren't alone as they stroll the shaded path overlooking the Delaware River. That's because of the latest art installation the Bordentown Sculpture Foundation (BSF) has brought to the City — the “Zoo”, featuring four large pieces — Koko the Gorilla, Adira the Tiger, Henry the Hippo and Rudy the Elephant. Residents and visitors of Bordentown City may already be familiar with the works that the Foundation has brought to the downtown area of the City, as the BSF secured the installation of three sculptures by renowned American artist Seward Johnson in July 2024. 

Bordentown Township Police Dept. Welcomes Three New Officers: The Bordentown Township Police Department (BTPD) welcomed three new officers to its ranks last month. Three new members of the Department were sworn in by Mayor Eric Holliday during the August 18 meeting of the Bordentown Township Committee: Patrolman Adam Cook, Patrolman Michael Giogianni and Special Law Enforcement Officer III Danny Fernandez. “We are excited to welcome Patrolmen Cook and Giogianni, along with Officer Fernandez, to our Police Department," said Mayor Holliday. “Each of them brings professionalism and a commitment to public service that will be a great benefit to Bordentown Township.” 

Bordentown City’s Temple B’nai Abraham Appoints New Education Director: Temple B’nai Abraham has appointed Amy Goldman as its new Education Director. Goldman, who has nearly 30 years of experience in Jewish education, will bring “a wealth of knowledge, passion and dedication” to the role, says the Temple. “At Temple B’nai Abraham, we have been blessed through the years with Education Directors and teachers who have nurtured the lives and Jewish growth of their students,” said Rabbi Julie Pfau, who has led Temple B’Nai Abraham for nearly 20 years. “Amy has a wonderful energy and passion for this work, and an empathetic heart. She will continue our strong tradition, and I look forward to working with her.” 

Singleton Wraps Up 6th Annual Summer Lunch Tour, With Stop in Bordentown: State Senator Troy Singleton recently wrapped up his 6th annual Summer Lunch Tour which took place around the 7th Legislative District. The program provided a free lunch to children and families in need throughout Burlington County, including a stop at Clara Barton Elementary School in Bordentown City on July 13. “Food insecurity doesn’t take a summer vacation,” said Singleton. “For many children, school meals are their most reliable source of nutrition. That’s why we are committed to filling that gap through programs like this one – ensuring our families are supported year-round and that no child goes hungry.”

Bordentown Township, City and Fieldsboro Awarded County Grants to Improve Parks, Trails: Bordentown Township, Bordentown City and Fieldsboro will receive funding from Burlington County to improve their recreational amenities as part of the County's latest round of municipal parks development grant awards. Bordentown Township will be receiving $125,000 for lighting improvements at the soccer field at Joseph Lawrence Park; Bordentown City was awarded $100,000 for the installation of new playground equipment at the Carslake Community Center Park; and Fieldsboro will be getting $125,000 through the program for developments to the Delaware River walking trail. 

Bordentown City’s Hillary Chebra To Be Named an “Outstanding Woman of Burlington County” at Annual Awards Ceremony: A Bordentown City resident is among eight women who will be named an “Outstanding Woman of Burlington County” at an upcoming awards ceremony honoring them for their leadership achievements and service to their communities. Hillary Chebra, Director of Government Affairs for the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ), and seven others will be recognized at the 2025 Outstanding Women of Burlington County Awards Reception, taking place on September 30 at the Riverton Country Club in Cinnaminson.

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