Garden State Times

Senator Joe Pennacchio has reached out to Governor Murphy, urging him to cancel the tolling contract with TransCore, which is responsible for managing New Jersey's E-ZPass system.

Senator Corrado urges Governor Murphy to restore municipal aid

Senator Kristin Corrado has reached out to Governor Murphy, urging the restoration of transparent formula-based aid for municipalities in the upcoming fiscal year 2026 budget.

Congressman Donald Norcross discusses labor rights and civil rights on social media

In recent tweets from February 11-12, Congressman Donald Norcross addresses New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy with suggestions while supporting federal workers' rights against unilateral changes by Trump.

Senator urges Governor Murphy to restore $150M Municipal Relief Fund

Senator Robert Singer has called on Governor Murphy to reinstate the "Municipal Relief Fund," a $150 million municipal aid program that was removed from recent state budgets.

I-80 eastbound closure in Morris County due to new sinkhole

While conducting routine boring tests on I-80 eastbound in Wharton, Morris County, NJDOT crews encountered a significant setback when road conditions worsened, leading to the formation of a sinkhole.

Schepisi urges restoration of formula-based municipal aid in FY26 budget

Senator Holly Schepisi has urged Governor Murphy to reinstate transparent formula-based aid for municipalities in the upcoming fiscal year 2026 budget.

Testa urges governor to reinstate municipal aid in FY26 budget

Senator Michael Testa has urged Governor Murphy to reinstate the transparent formula-based aid for municipalities in the fiscal year 2026 budget.

Donald Norcross reflects on veterans' contributions and Mandela's legacy

Congressman Donald Norcross honored veterans and commemorated Nelson Mandela's release from prison through tweets posted on February 10-11, while also celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl victory with fellow Congressman Brendan Boyle

Salem County farmer wins national young farmer award

Zach Heiken, a vegetable and grain grower from Salem County, New Jersey, has been named a national winner at the 2025 Outstanding Young Farmers of America Convention.

New Jersey committee approves funding plan for fusion energy projects

The Senate Environment and Energy Committee has given its approval to legislation, S-364, which was introduced by Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26).

Camden County reports significant drop in overdose deaths during 2024

Camden County, New Jersey, has reported a notable reduction in overdose deaths in 2024.

Congressman Donald Norcross discusses sports and data privacy in recent tweets

Congressman Donald Norcross tweeted about his excitement over the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl win and expressed concerns about data privacy involving Elon Musk.

New Jersey lawmakers propose "Carly Day" for congenital heart defect awareness

Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre have introduced legislation to establish February 12th as "Carly Day" in New Jersey.

Senator Amato urges restoration of formula-based aid in FY26 budget