Garden State Times

Senator Bob Singer and Assemblyman Sean Kean of Legislative District 30 have reiterated their commitment to informing constituents about claiming lost or forgotten property from the Unclaimed Property Administration.

Mosquito control commission to spray areas in Camden County on Thursday

Early Thursday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will conduct spraying and surveillance throughout Camden County.

Senator Doug Steinhardt organizes roundtable on presidential security

In light of the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, and with Trump Bedminster being within the boundaries of his legislative district, Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23) is stepping up efforts to enhance presidential security by organizing a roundtable on Thursday, August 29 with local leaders. This initiative aims to develop practical solutions that ensure both robust protection for high-profile figures and financial support for the communities involved.

Mosquito control commission schedules county-wide spraying operation

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be active in Camden County, conducting spraying and surveillance operations.

Bramnick calls for action on bill penalizing zoo trespassers

Today, Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) called for the swift passage of sponsored legislation, S-581, to establish the criminal offense of trespassing into a zoo enclosure and set forth penalties and liability for any harm caused to a wild animal or property. A recent video captured a woman nearly bitten by a tiger after jumping into a restricted area at a Bridgeton zoo.

Camden County offers free back-to-school vaccinations this week

This week, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with healthcare partners, will offer free vaccinations for uninsured children and those with only Medicaid Part A in Clementon and Camden. The clinics are part of a new initiative to prepare children and families in Camden County for the upcoming school year.

First case of West Nile Virus detected this year in Camden County

The Camden County Health Department has detected the first case of West Nile Virus (WNV) for the year. A positive laboratory test result was reported on August 26, prompting an investigation by the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services (CCDHHS).

Testa calls for legislative hearings on high New Jersey utility prices

Senator Michael Testa (R-01) has called for legislative hearings to address the significantly high utility prices that New Jersey residents have experienced in recent months.

Gov’t Spending Watchdog: Federal drug program serving NJ hospitals benefits ‘special interests’ over patients

By Garden State Times reports | Aug 23, 2024

Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) said that hospitals and other “special interests,” rather than patients, are benefiting from a federal drug discount program in which up to 22 New Jersey hospitals participate.

Camden County announces mosquito spraying operations scheduled for Friday

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be conducting spraying and surveillance activities throughout Camden County.

Lawmakers express condolences on passing of John Parker

Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre released a statement on the passing of Ocean County Utilities Authority Chairman and former Lacey Township Mayor John C. Parker.

Polistina bill designates interchange as Ensign John R. Elliott Memorial Interchange

Legislation sponsored by Senator Vince Polistina (R-2) to designate the interchange between State Highway Route 42 and Interstate Highway Route 295 as the "Ensign John R. Elliott Memorial Interchange" has been signed into law by Acting Governor Nick Scutari.

Polistina bill expanding PFRS credit signed into law