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Pennacchio criticizes NJ's reaction to NYC congestion pricing

Senator Joe Pennacchio has criticized New Jersey's response to New York's congestion pricing plan.

By Garden State Times | Nov 19, 2024

Corrado's bill on postpartum care signed into law by Governor Murphy

Governor Murphy has signed a bipartisan bill into law that was sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado.

By Garden State Times | Nov 18, 2024

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Donald Norcross highlights initiatives from November tweets

By Garden State Times | Nov 18, 2024

In recent social media posts from mid-November 2024, Congressman Donald Norcross discusses support for constituents dealing with federal agencies and advocates for apprenticeship programs as valuable career paths.

VA provides 25.3% more home purchase loans in New Jersey in Q3

There were 549 VA home purchases in New Jersey in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $251.2 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Rabid fox discovered in Gloucester Township prompts health department warning

A fox in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, has tested positive for rabies, according to the Camden County Health Department.

Camden County commissioners tackle food insecurity with new nutrition center

The Board of Commissioners convened at the Rutgers–Camden Campus Center on Friday to discuss food insecurity with community leaders, local organizations, and advocates.

Bucco receives ASAH's Legislator of the Year Award

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco has been awarded the "Legislator of the Year" by ASAH, an organization dedicated to supporting students and youth with disabilities.

Senators urge Governor Murphy to restore municipal aid funding

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco and Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O’Scanlon have urged Governor Murphy to reinstate $150 million in "Municipal Relief Fund Aid" in his upcoming budget proposal for February 2025.

Henry discusses education funding cuts with Jackson school district

Senator Owen Henry recently convened a roundtable discussion with officials from the Jackson School District to address the challenges posed by Governor Murphy's education funding cuts.

Road closure planned in Camden due to water company work

New Jersey American Water is scheduled to conduct roadwork on Baird Boulevard in Camden, New Jersey.

FOIA Request Sent to New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education on November 14, 2024.

Roadwork set for West Cuthbert Boulevard prompts partial closure

PSE&G will conduct roadwork on West Cuthbert Boulevard in Collingswood, New Jersey, on Friday, November 15.

New Jersey declares drought warning amid historic dry spell

By Garden State Times | Nov 13, 2024

As New Jersey faces historically low precipitation and high temperatures, Governor Phil Murphy and DEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette have declared a Drought Warning for the state.

New Jersey DEP issues drought warning amid increased wildfire incidents

By Garden State Times | Nov 13, 2024

The State Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in New Jersey has escalated the drought watch status to a drought warning due to persistently dry and warm weather conditions.

Number of VA loans issued in New Jersey increased by 187.3% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 948 home loans in New Jersey, totaling $405.1 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Camden road closure scheduled for Westfield Avenue due to PSE&G work

PSE&G will conduct roadwork on Westfield Avenue in Camden, resulting in a partial closure from Wednesday, November 13 to Thursday, November 14.

Camden County condemns racist graffiti incident in Lawnside

The Camden County Board of Commissioners has issued a statement regarding an incident involving racist graffiti in Lawnside.

Kings Highway lane closure scheduled due to ongoing improvement project

This week, a one-way detour will be implemented on Kings Highway between Black Horse Pike and East Lake Drive in Haddon Heights.

Camden County monitors air quality as South Jersey wildfires persist

By Garden State Times | Nov 10, 2024

The ongoing wildfires in South Jersey have impacted air quality in Camden County, according to Commissioner Jonathan Young.