What archaeologists dug up at Croft Farm | Inquirer Cherry Hill
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An analysis of the archaeological dig at Croft Farm is nearly wrapped up. Here’s what the team behind it discovered. Also this week, a longtime Cherry Hill educator is leaving the district to become a superintendent, a former Rite Aid is set to become a gym, plus, the family of a slain veterinarian continues to grapple with his death.
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Hundreds of bones, thousands of ceramic fragments, and items belonging to long-ago members of the Lenni-Lenape Indigenous people are among the artifacts archaeologists unearthed as part of their recent dig at Croft Farm.
The dig took place around the 18th-century Kay-Evans House, part of which was open to the public in February, and archaeologists are now wrapping up their findings. Those items are helping them better understand the people who lived along the Cooper River centuries ago and how society evolved.
Some artifacts could even be on public display at the house one day as the township looks for ways to showcase its history.
The Inquirer’s Sarah Nicell digs into what else archaeologists turned up.
💡 Community News
In case you missed it, Cristian Custodio-Aquino was sentenced to 30 years in prison last week for the murder of beloved Cherry Hill veterinarian Michael Anthony.
The former Rite Aid at 1360 Brace Rd. is slated to become a Bunker Fitness Center, as the gym expands from its current location in Blackwood.
TruGolf Links opened a flagship location last week at the Plaza at Cherry Hill. It offers six golf simulator bays, in addition to food and drinks.
Speeders Car Wash opened last week, taking over the former Route 41 Car Wash at 1507 Kings Highway North.
Philadelphia arts-and-crafts studio Deko Deko is expanding to Cherry Hill this summer. The shop offers a range of DIY projects, including hair accessories, keychains, and charm bracelets. The studio hasn’t announced exactly where or when it will open its new outpost.
Due to the heat, trash and recycling will be picked up today through Friday starting at 6 a.m.
Work on westbound Kresson Road will cause a weekday detour between Cropwell Road and Cooper Run Drive from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Work will also take place between Springdale Road and Middle Acre Lane, causing traffic pattern changes. Elsewhere, work is continuing on Kenilworth Avenue, which will be closed between Route 38 and Helena Avenue from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday. And starting tomorrow, expect roadwork on Springdale Road at the Mount Laurel border from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There’s a new assistant rabbi at Temple Beth Sholom. Jacob Lipkin began in the role this month.
🏫 Schools Briefing
Cherry Hill’s director of secondary education and interim East principal Neil Burti is leaving the district after more than 25 years to become superintendent of Mount Laurel Schools.
🍽️ On our Plate
Looking for great Filipino food? Reyta’s Filipino Cuisine dishes up some of the best in the state, according to NJ.com. The outlet noted the Haddonfield-Berlin Road eatery offers authentic dishes as well as boodle fights served on banana leaves.
🎳 Things to Do
🎶 Twilight Music Series: Beach Boys’ cofounder Al Jardine will perform along with The Pet Sounds. ⏰ Thursday, July 16, 8-11 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Cooper River Park Jack Curtis Stadium
💫 Music Under the Stars: Party band 80’s Revolution will perform. There will also be food trucks and a beer garden. ⏰ Tuesday, July 21, 7 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Barclay Farmstead
🍑 The Peach Truck Tour: The roving peach truck will make a stop at the mall to sell boxes of the fruit. ⏰ Wednesday, July 22, 4:30-6 p.m. 💵 $15-$120 📍 Cherry Hill Mall
🏡 On the Market
Located in the Old Orchard neighborhood, this four-bedroom home has undergone a number of recent updates, including fresh paint, refinished hardwood floors, a newer roof, and refreshed bathrooms. The home has living and dining rooms, an eat-in kitchen, and a family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a fireplace. Outside, a deck overlooks the backyard.
See more photos of the home here.
Price: $515,000 | Size: 2,102 SF | Acreage: 0.25
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