Cumberland

With more then 42 miles of bay front coastline; a rich Colonial, Federalist, and Victorian heritage; a maritime legacy; and an abundance of quaint specialty shops and museums; Cumberland County, New Jersey offers many fun and exciting opportunities for the entire family to enjoy.

The mission of the Cumberland Empowerment Zone Corporation is to utilize the unique heritage of Cumberland County to promote sustainable growth and development by delivering innovative, customized programs that respect the environment and use natural and cultural resources as assets. The unique heritage of Cumberland County is based on its natural resources including the diversity and talents of its citizens.

Cumberland County College is a springboard for success, and the word is out in neighborhoods throughout our community.

Nestled in the midst of the urban corridor stretching from Washington, D.C. to Boston rests the tranquil 500 square mile enclave known as Cumberland County, New Jersey. Less than an hour's drive from either metropolitan Philadelphia or Atlantic City, Cumberland County offers a quiet paced style often considered lost along the East Coast. With vast wetlands, undisturbed stretches of the Delaware Bay, roadside vegetable stands, and a rich glassblowing heritage, the County's 140,000 residents appreciate the natural beauty which surrounds them.

The office of Sheriff in Cumberland County dates back to the birth of the county itself in January 1748, when the county of Cumberland was carved out of the southern portion of Salem County.

Cumberland County One Stop Career Center On-line Information Center website.

Information about solid waste management, recycling, and special programs.