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Testa criticizes energy plan at BPU meeting

By Garden State Times | Mar 13, 2025

Senator Michael Testa, representing New Jersey's 1st District, expressed strong criticism at the 2024 Energy Master Plan Stakeholder Meeting.

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New Jersey opens applications for USDA specialty crop block grants

By Garden State Times | Mar 13, 2025

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grants.

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New Jersey ranks 35th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $11,114 in 2022

By Garden State Times | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of New Jersey received an average of $11,114 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 17th lowest in the nation.

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New Jersey ranks 45th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 14.4% in 2022

By Garden State Times | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.4% of income in New Jersey—ranking it the seventh least dependent among U.S. states.

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Anthony M. Bucco honored with Bonnie Brae Red Bandanna Award

By Garden State Times | Mar 12, 2025

This past weekend, Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco was recognized at Bonnie Brae’s 39th Annual Tartan Ball with the Red Bandanna Award for his efforts in advocating for youth mental health. “I am extremely grateful to receive the Bonnie...

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Donald Norcross addresses healthcare and social security concerns in latest tweets

By Garden State Times | Mar 12, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross highlighted key issues in his recent tweets from March 11-12, 2025.

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O'Scanlon criticizes Newark Ed Board for restricting public comment

By Garden State Times | Mar 12, 2025

Senator Declan O'Scanlon has expressed strong criticism of the Newark school board's recent decision to require potential speakers at public meetings to sign up online five days in advance and provide a detailed description of their intended topics.

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Donald Norcross highlights challenges facing economic policies and social security

By Garden State Times | Mar 11, 2025

In a series of tweets dated March 11, Congressman Donald Norcross discusses critical national issues including economic recovery from the American Rescue Plan's enactment four years prior.

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Donald Norcross highlights key issues including labor advocacy

By Garden State Times | Mar 11, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross addressed key issues through recent social media posts dated March 10-11, 2025.

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New Jersey commissioners awarded for Kings Highway rehabilitation project

By Garden State Times | Mar 11, 2025

The Board of Commissioners in Lindenwold, New Jersey, has been honored with a New Jersey Leading Capital Construction Project Award by the New Jersey Alliance for Action.

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Camden County officer completes cancer treatment at MD Anderson

By Garden State Times | Mar 11, 2025

The Camden County Police Department and FOP Lodge 218 recently celebrated with Officer Timothy Purnell as he completed his last chemotherapy session at MD Anderson Cancer Center, part of Cooper University Health Care.

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Fatal overdoses decline sharply as Camden County enhances addiction initiatives

By Garden State Times | Mar 11, 2025

Camden County has reported a significant decline in fatal overdoses, continuing the downward trend observed in 2024.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry file 403 petitions in New Jersey throughout 2024

By Garden State Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2024, 403 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located in New Jersey, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Schepisi urges passage of 'Max's Law' for school instruction on fentanyl dangers

By Garden State Times | Mar 10, 2025

Senator Holly Schepisi has urged Senate Education Committee Chairman Gopal to advance "Max’s Law," a bill she introduced, for a vote.

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I-295 southbound ramp closure scheduled in Bellmawr for drainage work

By Garden State Times | Mar 9, 2025

The I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, known as Al-Jo's Curve, will be closed overnight next week in Bellmawr, Camden County.

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Commissioners attend Irish American Month Leadership Breakfast in Gloucester City

By Garden State Times | Mar 9, 2025

On March 8th, the Board of Commissioners attended the Irish American Month Leadership Breakfast in Gloucester City.

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Congressman Donald Norcross discusses women's rights and healthcare issues

By Garden State Times | Mar 9, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 8-9, 2025, Congressman Donald Norcross highlighted historical figures like Alice Paul on International Women's Day and discussed pressing issues such as daylight savings time changes and healthcare impacts due to...

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Avian influenza confirmed in three New Jersey live bird markets

By Garden State Times | Mar 8, 2025

The United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Division of Animal Health have confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in three...

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Congressman Donald Norcross emphasizes support for workers' rights through PRO Act advocacy

By Garden State Times | Mar 7, 2025

In recent tweets from March 7, 2025, Congressman Donald Norcross advocates for worker protection through legislative measures such as the PRO Act.

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Donald Norcross critiques Republican tax policy impacting healthcare

By Garden State Times | Mar 7, 2025

Congressman Donald Norcross recently addressed several key issues via social media posts made between March 5-7, 2025.