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The township is home to some of the most iconic dishes in the region, according to our food reporters. Hereâs what makes the cut. Also this week, meet the Knicks exec who got his start at East, learn about free legal services for military members and veterans, and find soft-shell crabs at a local eatery.
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Get hungry
Earlier this month, The Inquirer dropped our list of the 76 most iconic dishes in the region, a handful of which can be found right here in the township.
Ranking at No. 61 is Santucciâs upside-down pizza, a pie so distinctive reporter Michael Klein said it helps give the region its own pizza identity. You can snag your own square pie with the sauce on the top at the outpost on Springdale Road.
Head a few miles down Springdale and you can order a panzarotti at Tarantini Panzarotti. The calzone-adjacent food ranks No. 29 on our list.
Also making the cut at No. 51 is gelati, the decidedly Philly spin on water ice (on its own, it ranks No. 2) and custard. Reporter Beatrice Forman reups the tastiness of a Dubai chocolate dupe at Cherryâs Ice Cream & Water Ice.
Check out the full list here. But be warned: Youâll be hungry after you finish reading it.
The Knicks exec with local roots
Meeting Leon Rose today means knowing him as president of the New York Knicks, the team that has catapulted to the top of the headlines after clinching its first NBA title since 1973. But when many longtime South Jersey residents think of Rose, memories of a force-to-be-reckoned-with âgym ratâ playing and coaching at Cherry Hill East are what come to mind.
Rose played under head coach John Valore from 1975 to 1979 before joining Valoreâs staff in the early â80s while studying at Temple Universityâs law school. Even after attracting clients as famous as 76ers legend Allen Iverson and LeBron James, Rose could be found volunteer coaching at Katz JCC, where his 88-year-old father is still a regular.
From pickup hoops in Cherry Hill to the Larry OâBrien Championship Trophy, take a deep dive into Roseâs basketball legacy with Inquirer reporter Alex Coffey.
đĄ Community News
The zoning board is holding a special meeting tomorrow night, which will include discussion about BAPS Cherry Hillâs application to expand its building. The Hindu temple at 1 Carnegie Plaza is looking to add a 15,350-square-foot second story for a gym and classrooms, in addition to a 2,930-square-foot lobby. Itâs also looking to add 23 new parking spaces and make some changes to its existing interior and exterior. BAPSâ space now spans over 65,000 square feet.
Camden County military members, veterans, and their spouses can access free legal services at the townshipâs One-Stop Career Center starting this month. The first Veterans Will Clinic, offering last will and testament, power of attorney, and an advance directive, is today. The second will be on July 29, The Inquirerâs Sarah Nicell reports.
The community is mourning Robin Cogan, a West alum who became a Camden City School District school nurse and national health and safety advocate. She died of cancer at Cooper University Hospital earlier this month.
Camden County residents have reported a spate of roving peacocks in recent weeks. Reporter Sarah Nicell reminds that in March, Cherry Hill had its own rogue peacock sighting.
Heads up for drivers: Work continues on Kresson Road, which will have a partial closure westbound between Springdale Road and Ravenswood Way from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Friday.
Ready for spooky season? Summer just began, but Spirit Halloween is already preparing its return to the Plaza at Cherry Hill. (42 Freeway)
đŤ Schools Briefing
More than 500 East students graduated in a ceremony at Temple Universityâs Liacouras Center last week. South Jersey Media has photos from the event.
East has a relatively high summative rating, according to data from the state Department of Educationâs annual School Performance Reports, which gave it an 83.98. The score factors in graduation rates, standardized test scores, student academic growth, and chronic absenteeism, among other things. Westâs rating falls considerably lower at 32. (NJ.com)
đ˝ď¸ On our Plate
Soft-shell crab season is officially here. Looking for a spot to snag the sweet, briny dish? The Inquirerâs Michael Klein suggests trying the dish at Caffe Aldo Lamberti, where the presentation regularly changes.
The âlucky sixâ soup dumplings at Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao are the best dumplings in the state, according to a ranking from NJ.com. The outlet noted that they come in a rainbow of colors and are filled with ingredient combinations like truffle and pork, scallops and pork, and shrimp and pork.
đł Things to Do
đź Summer Kickoff Skate Party: Celebrate the end of the school year and the state of summer with face painting, a glam station, relay races, and hidden beach balls. â° Thursday, June 25, noon-8 p.m. đľ $5 admission đ Hot Wheelz
đď¸ In My Bag: Summer Social: This womenâs-only event includes line dancing, singalongs, and networking. â° Saturday, June 27, 2-5 p.m. đľ $24.71 đ Vera
đŚ Jurassic Park: Teenagers can catch a screening of the popular 1993 film. Registration is required. â° Tuesday, June 30, 6-8:30 p.m. đľ Free đ Cherry Hill Public Library
đĄ On the Market
An updated Barclay home with curb appeal
Located in the Barclay section of Cherry Hill, this four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home has undergone a number of updates recently, including a full renovation to the kitchen. The space features stainless steel appliances and a subway tile backsplash. Also on the first floor is a living room, dining room, a den with a fireplace, and a bonus room. Upstairs thereâs an office as well as all four bedrooms, including the primary suite with a walk-in closet. Out back, thereâs a stone water feature and landscaping.
See more photos of the property here.
Price: $625,000 | Size: 2,366 SF | Acreage: 0.27
đď¸ What other Cherry Hill residents are reading this week:
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