The Freeholders board unveiled several initiatives for 2013 as it entered a new era of bipartisanship Tuesday. A visit by Newark Mayor Cory Booker also generated interest from the crowd gathered at the Olde Historic Court House for the county board’s annual organization meeting. Freeholder Joseph Donnelly, who was chosen to serve as the governing

Voter turnout in Burlington County was high on Tuesday — not at the record levels we saw in 2008, but it was heavy. If you were one of the many residents who voted, congratulations. You fulfilled a civic obligation and made your voice heard. You should feel proud. We believe you also may be offended.

The incumbent Republican freeholders appeared to lose their bid for re-election Tuesday night, swept out of office by two Democrats. “A hurricane couldn’t stop them (volunteers who helped get out the vote),” said a jubilant Aimee Belgard of Edgewater Park after she and running mate Joanne Schwartz of Southampton claimed victory over Republican incumbents Bruce

Burlington County Freeholders-Elect Aimee Belgard and Joanne Schwartz today congratulated their supporters on a hard fought win and thanked all of the hard-working volunteers and organizations that helped power their campaign to victory on Election night. “Throughout the campaign, we said repeatedly that Burlington County taxpayers deserved a voice in our county government and thanks

Freeholder candidate Aimee Belgard spoke to Blue Jersey following the candidate’s debate on September 20, 2012. You can see the video of the interview by clicking here.  You can read more about the Freeholder debate in this story from the Burlington County Times.

Burlington County Freeholder Candidates Aimee Belgard and Joanne Schwartz utilized their 1st debate with opponents Bruce Garganio and Mary Ann O’Brien at Medford Leas Continuing Care Retirement Community to point out the failed leadership and wasted taxpayer dollars that has been provided for the residents of Burlington County. Belgard and Schwartz pointed to numerous instances

The Burlington County Democratic Committee is proud to introduce you to our candidates for Freeholder: Aimee Belgard and Joanne Schwartz.  Both women are accomplished professionals, devoted citizens, and strong voices that will move Burlington County forward. Take a moment to meet these amazing candidates:   An elected Committeewoman in the Township of Edgewater Park since

March 29th is the Burlington County Democratic Committee’s annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner! This annual event is a great opportunity for democrats from across the county to gather, connect, and get energized about the upcoming election cycle. With President Obama’s re-election campaign, and the candidacy of Shelly Adler, there’s even more to be excited about. This