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Senator Bucco criticizes escalating costs in New Jersey Transit projects

By Garden State Times | Sep 20, 2024

Today, Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) released a statement addressing reports that a NJ Transit project to build a facility to park trains has increased by $116 million.

New Jersey receives $45.2 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q2

By Garden State Times | Sep 19, 2024

The VA issued 122 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Jersey during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Senator Bucco shares childhood cancer battle at White House roundtable

By Garden State Times | Sep 19, 2024

Today, Senator Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) shared his experience battling childhood cancer as an invited guest to the Biden Cancer Moonshot Roundtable on State Advocacy for Childhood Cancer in Washington, DC.

Patients Come First Director: Government price controls lead to 'loss of innovation in the marketplace,' patients suffering

By Garden State Times | Sep 18, 2024

Jeanette Hoffman, the executive director of advocacy organization Patients Come First (PCF), said government interference with prices in the drug industry leads to a "loss of innovation in the marketplace," negatively impacting patients and their treatment options.

State funds allocated for Walter Rand Transportation Center renovation

By Garden State Times | Sep 18, 2024

More than two years ago, Governor Phil Murphy pledged over $250 million to fully renovate and revise the Walter Rand Transportation Center (WRTC) in Camden City. Since then, the Camden County Commissioners have been collaborating with NJ Transit, the site's redeveloper and owner, to create a modern transportation hub. Currently, NJ Transit has completed 30% of the project's design, and renderings of the envisioned space have been made public. The latest state budget allocation secured by Majority Leader Louis Greenwald will assist the Camden County Improvement Authority in...

Camden police receive $1 million for tech upgrades

By Garden State Times | Sep 18, 2024

The Camden County Police Department (CCPD) has received a $1 million allocation from the state of New Jersey to upgrade and enhance key components of its operating system. This investment follows an $8 million allocation made last summer.

WXPN XPoNential Music Festival returns to Camden Waterfront this weekend

By Garden State Times | Sep 18, 2024

This weekend, the 31st annual WXPN XPoNential Music Festival will return to the Camden Waterfront. The outdoor music festival, produced by WXPN in partnership with the Camden County Board of Commissioners, will take place from Friday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 22. This celebration of music along the Delaware River underscores Wiggins Park and the Camden County Park System as a destination for millions of people every year.

Commissioners honor prominent Hispanic citizens during Hispanic Heritage Month

By Garden State Times | Sep 17, 2024

On Monday, the Board of Commissioners honored 13 prominent Hispanic citizens to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

Officials celebrate completion of first phase at Elijah Perry Park

By Garden State Times | Sep 17, 2024

On Tuesday, Commissioner Jeffrey Nash joined Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and representatives from the US Environmental Protection Agency to unveil the first phase of completion of the Elijah Perry Park revitalization project. Officials also announced a new grant award from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection that will kickstart the second phase of this project.

Senator Schepisi sponsors bill addressing organized retail crime

By Garden State Times | Sep 16, 2024

Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) is sponsoring bipartisan legislation to address the rising threat of Organized Retail Crime (ORC) affecting retailers and consumers across New Jersey. According to a 2023 National Retail Security Survey, retailers lost over $112 billion nationwide, with New Jersey losing an estimated $200 million in sales taxes.

Bramnick revises bill to penalize masked criminals

By Garden State Times | Sep 16, 2024

Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) revised mask legislation to clarify that a secondary charge will be applied only to criminals who wear a mask during the commission of a crime.

Mosquito control operations scheduled across Camden County

By Garden State Times | Sep 16, 2024

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

Mosquito control commission schedules county-wide spraying in Camden County

By Garden State Times | Sep 16, 2024

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

Steinhardt calls for action after second assassination attempt on Trump

By Garden State Times | Sep 16, 2024

In response to another assassination attempt on President Donald Trump at his Florida resort, Senator Doug Steinhardt (R-23) is renewing his commitment to enhancing the security of high-profile leaders while addressing the financial burden on state and local governments.