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Camden County mourns passing of former President Jimmy Carter

By Garden State Times | Dec 30, 2024

The Camden County Board of Commissioners expressed their sorrow over the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, who died at the age of 100.

New Jersey receives 1 EDA grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023

By Garden State Times | Dec 29, 2024

New Jersey received one grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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New Jersey receives 1 EDA grant totaling $70,000 for public works in 2023

By Garden State Times | Dec 28, 2024

New Jersey received one grant totaling $70,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

New Jersey receives 1 EDA grant totaling $500,000 for planning in 2023

By Garden State Times | Dec 27, 2024

New Jersey received one grant totaling $500,000 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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New Jersey receives 2 EDA grants totaling $4,149,518 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Garden State Times | Dec 26, 2024

New Jersey received two grants totaling $4,149,518 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Camden County reflects on public safety improvements and infrastructure projects in 2024

By Garden State Times | Dec 24, 2024

As the year comes to a close, the Board of Commissioners of Camden County has reflected on the progress made in 2024.

Donald Norcross reflects on achievements and future goals

By Garden State Times | Dec 24, 2024

Congressman Donald Norcross shared reflections on the progress made in 2024 and his priorities moving forward.

Camden County issues Code Blue Advisory due to forecasted extreme cold

By Garden State Times | Dec 20, 2024

Commissioner Jonathan Young, who is associated with the Camden County Department of Public Safety, has announced a Code Blue Advisory for the region.

Bucco's bill on fire safety standards progresses in New Jersey Senate

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

The New Jersey Senate has approved a bill introduced by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco aimed at updating fire safety standards.

Bramnick praises FAA for grounding drones over security concerns

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

Senator Jon Bramnick from New Jersey has expressed his approval of the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to temporarily ground drones in certain areas of the state.

Singer's bill on maternal mortality passes committee

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

Bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing New Jersey's maternal mortality rate has advanced in the legislative process.

Testa's bill for $7.65M education grant for CCTEC passes New Jersey Senate

By Garden State Times | Dec 19, 2024

The New Jersey Senate has approved legislation that would allocate a $7.65 million grant to the Cumberland County Technical Education Center (CCTEC).

Mergers Are Increasing NJ Healthcare Costs

By Zainab C. Khan, MPH | Dec 18, 2024

According to the latest reports released in October by the State of New Jersey, Garden State residents are facing some of the highest healthcare costs in the nation,. In fact, per-person spending for adults in New Jersey that are insured through an employer is 15% higher per month than the national average, $659 per month compared to $575.