EMILY MELVIN

Emily joined Donnelly.Media as a freelancer, before becoming an Associate Editor in 2026. Her writing is unique because she desires to share stories about the people who make their communities brighter by bringing others together. You will find her pieces in our newspaper and magazine publications. For stories focused on Mullica Hill, Washington Twp., or Williamstown, you can reach her at emelvin@donnelly.media or on Instagram @edited.by.em.

Back to school career day in the park

Small Business Big Heart, a local business organization, hosted an interactive career day for kids, teens and adults alike at Washington Lake Park on...

Helping girls feel empowered in the rink

Monroe Township Youth Hockey (MTYH) hosted its first Girls Hockey Clinic last month.  The clinic was catered towards girls ages six to 19 (the same...

Awareness, remembrance and a healthier Monroe Township

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is observed annually on August 31.  The day has been around for 25 years. Each year, organizations across the globe...

‘It feels like a relief to be back home’

Williamstown Fire Company is back home.  The fire company’s Station 1, located on Main Street, went under a complete redevelopment for nearly two years. Construction...

‘Come for the music, stay for the friendship’

A group of women have been keeping barbershop music alive in South Jersey for 25 years.  Shades of Harmony, an all-women’s a capella chorus based...

Fall for Williamstown this season

Festivals, parades and fall fun are back in Williamstown this September and October. Every year, Monroe Township hosts a few free fall and Halloween...