Medford, New Jersey is a great place to live for a number of reasons. 

Great people, excellent location and one of the best school systems in the country. 

Best of all, Medford has a small town charm where local businesses are the norm and people develop long lasting friendships with one another.  Youth sports, school activities, festivals and the local lakes, beaches and pools enable people to connect with one another all year long.

There are a few of the larger chain-style businesses, but they are the exception rather than the norm.

Our school system is excellent, our students consistently do very well compared to the national averages and youth sports are very popular. Whether you or your children are into swimming, lacrosse, football, baseball, basketball, wrestling or any number of the sports and activities, Medford, NJ has a thriving team become a part of.

If you’re an entrepreneur or work-from home business person, Medford is full of networking opportunities and you’ll be able to connect with other like-minded people who share your passion for business, sales, entrepreneurship and more.

Geographically, Medford, NJ has a great location.  Filled with lakes and small beaches itself, Medford is also only 30-45 minutes from the Jersey shore.  Medford is also only 15 miles or so from Philadelphia and an easy commute to New York city via train.  In fact, Medford has a many residents who work in Philadelphia and New York City, commuting to work each day and returning the quiet, secluded environment of Medford in the evening.

Medford is also rich in History and sponsors several great family-style festivals throughout the year.

As a child or teenager, Medford really does offer the best of many words.  Excellent schools, sports teams, and friend building opportunities.  As an adult or parent, Medford has an equal number of benefits including business and entrepreneur friendly environments, close proximity to major cities like Philadelphia and New York City, and close proximity to leisure activities including local lakes and beaches and the Jersey shore.

Wrap all these things up and you have a great place to live and raise a family.  We’d like your opinion as well.  Think Medford is great or have another favorite place to live?  Leave a comment and let us know!

Foodies and families will be in their glory when 18 Medford area restaurants dish out their menu favorites at Taste of Medford on September 20, from noon to 3:00 pm at Freedom Park, Jones Road and Old Marlton Pike, Medford, New Jersey.

The all-you-can-eat event provides fun for the whole family with music, games, rides and kids’ treats. Three live bands will keep feet tapping and more than 40 local businesses will display their wares.

Participating restaurants include ShopRite of Medford, Izzie’s Eatery, Lamberti’s Cucina, LB Daniel’s, Let’s Dish, Medford Leas, Mexicana Rose, Mulberry Tea House, Piezano’s, PJ Whelihan’s, Roselli’s, Saladworks and Zinc Café. Cookiepalooza, Reily’s Candy and Kettle of Nuts will serve up treats, Starbuck’s will provide coffee and Canal’s Wines Unlimited will pour non-alcoholic beverages. Local businesses will showcase their wares and offer fun give-aways for the whole family.

The event, presented by Zallie’s ShopRite of Medford, features horse-drawn wagon rides, pony rides and hayrides from Johnson’s Corner Farm. Face-painting, coloring contests and dog agility demonstrations will please the younger set. Jennifer Mylod & the Boys of County O’cean, the Merchant Street Dixieland Band and saxophone virtuoso Jim Riddle will keep people stepping to Irish, traditional New Orleans and mellow jazz tunes throughout the afternoon. Coles Roberts will entertain all ages with his famous Jersey Jerry antique apple peeling demonstration.

Taste of Medford is a project of the Medford Business Association. Sponsors, in addition to Shop Rite of Medford, include Sterling Bank, Jantek Industries, LLC, Beneficial Bank, Dynamic Flooring, Medford Ford, Lakes Appliance & TV, Keller Williams Realtors and Medford Mini-Storage.

Keepsake wristbands that serve as admission tickets can be purchased in advance at the Medford Recreation Department in Cranberry Hall (behind the Township office building at 17 North Main Street).

The cost is $12.00 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Toddlers and infants are free. At the door the cost will be $15 for adults and $5 for children. Freedom Park is located at Jones Road and Old Marlton Pike, one block off Route 70 in Medford.

For more information call 609-654-5382.

As the nation pauses to reflect on the destruction, the courage, the countless heroes and the unforgettable impressions of the day seven years ago that forever changed our country, the Medford Township Council has planned an observance at Medford’s Freedom Park beginning at 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 11, 2008. 

Freedom Park is located at 86 Union Street, one block south of Route 70.  (In the event of inclement weather, the observance will be held in the Courtroom in the Public Safety Building, located across the street from Freedom Park at 91 Union Street)    

As a part of Medford’s remembrance, reflection and response to the life-altering events of September 11th, the Medford Cultural Arts Commission (MCAC) erected a permanent September 11th Memorial tribute in Freedom Park in 2002. 

The memorial is comprised of a bronze sundial,permanently mounted on a natural boulder bearing a plaque inscribed with the words "September 11, 2001 REMEMBER, REFLECT, RESPOND" which was the theme of the remembrance program held in Freedom Park on the first anniversary of this national tragedy when this memorial was dedicated.

In recognition of the seventh anniversary of 9/11, this year’s observance will feature remarks by members of the local clergy and public safety officials, a wreath laying ceremony.

Directions to Freedom Park can be found here.

More information may also be obtained by contacting the Medford Recreation Department at 609-654-2512.

CONTACT:   Beth Portocalis

(609) 654-2512