Garden State Times

In 2024, 25,105 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located in New Jersey.

New Jersey Senate approves bill establishing special education transportation task force

Today, a bill sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado to create a special education transportation task force has been approved by the New Jersey Senate.

Congressman Donald Norcross discusses tributes and international agreements

Congressman Donald Norcross shared insights on various topics via social media posts dated March 22-24, 2025.

New Jersey launches tax credit pilot for farm donations to food banks

Senator Parker Space has announced the passage of S-2200, a bill aimed at supporting both local farmers and food banks in New Jersey.

New Jersey Senate passes bill to protect private woodlands from development

Today, the New Jersey Senate passed a bill sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) aimed at safeguarding private woodlands from development.

Senator Bucco comments on Secretary Duffy's visit to I-80 sinkhole

By Garden State Times | Mar 22, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has issued a statement in response to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy's visit to the sinkhole on Interstate 80.

Senator O'Scanlon criticizes state over Middletown school closures

Senator Declan O’Scanlon from Monmouth County has criticized the Murphy administration for its handling of school funding reform.

Commissioners honor retired seniors volunteer program

On Wednesday, Commissioner Virginia Betteridge participated in an event with the Community Planning and Advocacy Council (CPAC) to recognize the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program.

New Jersey lawmakers call for audit of Societal Benefit Charge funds

Senator Latham Tiver and Assemblyman Michael Torrissi Jr., both representing New Jersey's 8th district, have called for a comprehensive audit of the Societal Benefit Charge (SBC).

New Jersey senators appointed to investigate rising utility costs

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco and Senate Republican Whip Michael Testa have been appointed to a legislative committee tasked with investigating the rising utility costs in New Jersey.

Congressman Donald Norcross criticizes executive order abolishing Department of Education

In recent tweets dated March 20-21, 2025, Congressman Donald Norcross expressed concerns over President Trump's executive order regarding the Department of Education's abolition while also commemorating historical civil rights events and...

Camden County issues Code Blue advisory due to severe cold weather

Commissioner Jonathan Young of the Camden County Department of Public Safety has announced a Code Blue Advisory for the region.

President of NJCAR: EV mandates 'will harm New Jersey consumers'

By Garden State Times | Mar 20, 2025

Jim Appleton, president of the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJCAR), said the adoption of the Advanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) act would limit consumer choice and increase vehicle costs for New Jersey residents.

New Jersey celebrates Child And Adult Care Food Program Week

By Garden State Times | Mar 20, 2025

New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn, along with state and local officials, visited the Children of America Day Care Center in Burlington County to mark Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Week.

Donald Norcross addresses social security concerns and environmental issues

By Garden State Times | Mar 20, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross recently addressed various issues through his social media posts dated March 19-20, 2025.

Camden police celebrate a decade of reading initiative with kindergartners

The Camden County Police Department (CCPD) is marking another year of its Bookmates program, in collaboration with the Camden City Schools and the Jewish Community Relations Council.

Congressman Donald Norcross criticizes potential Medicaid cuts and celebrates agriculture

Congressman Donald Norcross expressed his views on potential Medicaid cuts by Republicans led by Donald Trump and celebrated National Agriculture Day in tweets from March 18-19, 2025.

New Jersey marks National Agriculture Day at Hionis Greenhouses

New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn, along with state and local officials, marked National Agriculture Day with a visit to Hionis Greenhouses in Hunterdon County.

Senator Bucco warns against potential rise in NJ electric bills due to new proposal

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has expressed concerns over a proposal under consideration by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) that could potentially increase electric bills for residents and businesses across the state.

O'Scanlon urges Governor Murphy to clarify proposed digital services tax