Press Releases
Welcome to the Press Releases page — your central source for official updates, announcements, and news from the Borough of Glassboro. Here you’ll find timely press releases about community events, local initiatives, public projects, programs, and important information affecting residents, businesses, and visitors. Whether it’s a new development project, celebration, public service announcement, or community recognition, our press releases keep you connected with what’s happening in Glassboro
Glassboro Restaurant Week Returns March 16 through the 22nd!
Join the Borough of Glassboro in celebrating the diverse flavors and talents of our local chefs, showcasing the finest culinary offerings our town has to offer. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant food scene that Glassboro boasts.
Glassboro Restaurant Week 2025 Registration
The Borough of Glassboro’s Restaurant Week is an exciting culinary event that allows local restaurants to showcase their best dishes through a three-course prix fixe dinner/lunch menu, a special for the week, or a discount.
Boro in Lights 2024
“Boro in Lights is a timeless tradition for our community, you can see it in the kid’s faces, especially when Santa Claus makes his grand entrance.” said, Council President Anna Miller. “It’s an important time of year when we can unite, celebrate, and express gratitude for all that we have.”
Light Up Glassboro!
"As the holiday season approaches, we're thrilled to announce Light Up Glassboro, our inaugural holiday light decorating contest,” said Borough Mayor John E. Wallace III. “This heartwarming contest not only illuminates our neighborhoods but also highlights the spirit of togetherness and community pride."
Glassboro Police announce return of “Paws for a Cause”
The Glassboro Police Department is excited to announce their upcoming annual Paws for the Cause event, taking place on Wednesday, October 2nd from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public, with a focus on fostering police-community partnerships and creating safer, more compassionate neighborhoods.
Glassboro Police Department Announces Promotions
Glassboro Police Department new Chief of Police, Ryan Knight, was ceremoniously sworn in. In addition to welcoming Chief Knight, several promotions were announced: William McCain to Deputy Chief, Mindy Knight to Captain, Joshua Adieyefeh to Lieutenant, and Nick Whelan to Corporal.
Fall Hydrant Flushing Schedule
To maintain high quality and reliable service to our customers, Glassboro Water & Sewer will begin flushing its water distribution system in late September
Garden State Community Outreach
The State of New Jersey has an array of resources to help residents and their families thrive. To ensure residents have the tools to access these critical resources, the state has made an investment in an outreach program.
Festeggiamo Insieme! St. Anthony's Italian Festival is back for it's 11th year
On Saturday, September 14th, the Borough of Glassboro is proud to present the 11th Annual St. Anthony’s Italian Festival, a vibrant celebration of culture, gastronomy, art, and music that exudes unmatched energy and enthusiasm
Atlantic City Electric Continues to Assess Increased Energy Usage
The company is committed to working with local officials to support customers facing financial hardships – and urges customers to reach out to the company directly for help.
Glassboro Car Show and Food Truck Festival returns for its 19th year!
“The Glassboro Car Show and Food Truck Festival is an event that caters to individuals of all levels of automotive knowledge and to the inner food connoisseur in all of us,” states Mayor John E Wallace III. “We invite attendees of all ages to immerse themselves in the beauty of classic cars, enjoy live music, and indulge in delicious food, all while exploring the many offerings of Downtown Glassboro.”
Habitat for Humanity Dedicates 55th Home
Mayor John E. Wallace III of Glassboro expressed the borough’s enthusiasm for welcoming the Ejjalili family. “The Borough of Glassboro is proud to have a longstanding partnership with Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity dating back to 1993. Over the years, we have generously donated multiple properties to Habitat for Humanity to provide much-needed affordable homeownership opportunities to community members. We are thrilled to welcome the Ejjalili family, Mastafa, Nadia and their children to our Glassboro family and are excited for them to integrate themselves into all that the Borough of Glassboro has to offer.”
Voting Now Open for Best of Gloucester County!
Now is the time to voice your choice for the best in Glassboro! We're asking residents to vote for your favorite businesses covering food, lodging, destinations, travel gear, things to do...the list goes on!
Best Small Towns to Visit in 2024
Recently, Smithsonian Magazine released its annual list of the Best Small Towns to Visit in 2024, and Glassboro was honored to be among the 15 towns selected.
Pickleball Complex
The Borough of Glassboro is thrilled to announce that construction is complete on a state-of-the-art pickleball complex at East New Street Park
National Guard 177th Fighter Wing Flyover
Get ready for an exhilarating sight as the jets will be soaring over Glassboro at 10:22 am. Coming in from the East and heading West, the F16 jets will be flying over High Street towards the University.
Community Wide Yard Sale 2024
The yard sale serves as a platform for residents to come together as a community and engage in an activity that involves everyone. Participants are encouraged to clean out their garages, attics, storage sheds, and closets of unwanted treasures for someone else to discover.
Memorial Day Parade 2024
The Borough of Glassboro is inviting Southern New Jersey residents to honor local veterans at this year’s Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony in Downtown Glassboro. The event will commence at 10am on Monday, May 27, 2024.
CommUNITY Day 2024
The Borough of Glassboro is excited to kick off the summer season with a community celebration. The Annual CommUNITY Day will be held on Saturday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Town Square.