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StayNJ funding uncertainty raises concerns over potential budget battle

By Garden State Times | May 31, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) issued a statement regarding the final StayNJ Task Force report on May 31, 2024.

Average VA IRRRL Loan amount in New Jersey declines from 2022 to 2023

By Garden State Times | May 30, 2024

The average VA IRRRL Loan amount for New Jersey in 2023 was $374,609, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Bucco criticizes Democrats over new property tax regulations

By Garden State Times | May 30, 2024

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) released a statement criticizing Democrats for recent changes to property tax regulations in New Jersey. According to Bucco, these changes will worsen the state's affordability crisis.

Mosquito control operations scheduled in Camden County

By Garden State Times | May 29, 2024

Early Friday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be conducting spraying and surveillance operations throughout Camden County. Commissioner Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission, emphasized the importance of eliminating standing water.

Senators push for action after violent incident at Jersey Shore

By Garden State Times | May 29, 2024

In the wake of a violent weekend in Ocean City, where a teenager was stabbed, Republican Senators Joe Pennacchio (R-26) and Robert Singer (R-30) are urging immediate legislative action on a bill designed to protect communities and empower police to prevent future incidents.

Camden County announces mosquito spraying schedule

By Garden State Times | May 28, 2024

Early Thursday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County. Commissioner Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Mosquito Commission, emphasized the importance of addressing standing water.

District 9 lawmakers oppose proposed budget's 41 tax and fee increases

By Garden State Times | May 28, 2024

Senator Carmen Amato, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Greg Myhre are urging their legislative colleagues to retract support for 41 proposed tax and fee increases. These measures are projected to generate over $2.7 billion in additional revenue aimed at increasing state spending.

Average VA home loan amount in New Jersey falls in Q1

By Garden State Times | May 28, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in New Jersey during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $404,547, a 2.4% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Commissioner Kane honors fallen military members on Memorial Day

By Garden State Times | May 27, 2024

On Memorial Day, Commissioner and Gold Star Mother Melinda Kane joined Cherry Hill Mayor David Fleisher, members of the American Legion Post 372, and Jewish War Veterans Furer-Barag-Wolf Post 126 to honor military members who died serving their country.

NJ Bike & Walk Coalition executive director: Requiring insurance for e-bikes ‘will stifle the growing movement of micromobility’

By E. F. Cullerton | May 26, 2024

Debra Kagan, Executive Director of the New Jersey Bike & Walk Coalition, has voiced her opposition to a proposed bill requiring the registration and insurance of e-bikes. She argues that it is not an effective method to enhance public safety and will instead pose additional challenges for e-bike users.

Senator O'Scanlon reflects on Memorial Day's true meaning

By Garden State Times | May 26, 2024

The following column by Senator Declan O’Scanlon (R-13) was first published in 2000:

Mosquito control operations scheduled in Camden County this Wednesday

By Garden State Times | May 24, 2024

Early Wednesday morning, the Mosquito Control Commission will be spraying and surveilling areas throughout Camden County.

Camden County addresses false threat and swatting incident

By Garden State Times | May 24, 2024

The Camden County Office of Public Affairs issued a statement regarding a false threat and swatting incident that occurred last night.

Upcoming roadwork scheduled across Camden County next week

By Garden State Times | May 24, 2024

Crews will be paving Jackson Road in Waterford Township on Tuesday, May 28 and Wednesday, May 29 between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between Hopewell Road and Richards Avenue.

Senator O'Scanlon calls for probe into CAPS CEO's $697K salary

By Garden State Times | May 23, 2024

Senator Declan O’Scanlon has called for an investigation into the spending practices of College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS) charter management organization following reports of a high CEO salary.

Roadwork scheduled for Jackson Road in Waterford Township

By Garden State Times | May 23, 2024

Crews will be paving Jackson Road in Waterford Township on Thursday, May 23 and Friday, May 24 between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. There will be a partial road closure eastbound between Hopewell Road and Richards Avenue.

Bucco's bill upgrading penalties for burglary clears judiciary committee

By Garden State Times | May 22, 2024

Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) that would upgrade penalties for residential home burglaries was advanced by the Senate Judiciary Committee last week.

Senate GOP proposes changes to Murphy’s FY25 budget

By Garden State Times | May 22, 2024

On May 22, 2024, Republican members of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee submitted a letter to the Senate President and Assembly Speaker outlining comprehensive changes to Governor Phil Murphy's FY25 budget proposal. The letter, signed by Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O'Scanlon (R-13), Senator Michael Testa (R-1), Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23), and Senator Carmen Amato (R-9), called for bipartisan cooperation to control spending and lower taxes.

Lower Landing Road in Gloucester Township to close for overnight road work

By Garden State Times | May 22, 2024

Crews will be milling and paving Lower Landing Road in Gloucester Township on Thursday, May 23 from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., necessitating a full road closure between Chews Landing Road and the Black Horse Pike.