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NJ Assembly passes Kean, Fantasia bill to help preserve privately owned woodlands
TRENTON, N.J. — The state Assembly on Monday approved legislation aimed at protecting privately owned woodlands from development by creating a new fund to help landowners conserve forested property. The bill, S699/A682, sponsored by Assembly…
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Skittles to bring a live ‘Big Game’ ad to one fan’s front door, with Elijah Wood
Skittles is turning the idea of a game-day commercial into an in-person stunt — bringing a live, performed ad to one winner’s home starring actor Elijah Wood. The candy brand…
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Morris County gets $9.4M for Newark Pompton Turnpike safety upgrades in Pequannock
PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — Morris County has been awarded $9.4 million in federal funding to make safety upgrades along Newark Pompton Turnpike, including improvements at 38 intersections in…
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Murphy signs bill creating loan relief, grants to help address air traffic controller shortage
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation aimed at addressing a shortage of qualified air traffic controllers by creating a student loan-redemption program, bill sponsors said. The measure,…
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N.J. labor department offers $9M to expand apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship programs
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is making $9 million available to help create and expand apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs statewide, launching a second…
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Murphy delivers final State of the State, touts tax relief, jobs and social policy legacy
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his final State of the State address in Trenton on Tuesday, using the eighth and last annual speech of his administration to argue…
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Wonder opens Mansfield location; commissioners join ribbon-cutting
MANSFIELD TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — A new restaurant and food delivery concept has opened in Warren County. Wonder celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Mansfield Township…
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Morris County restaurant among 8 businesses added to NJDOL ‘WALL’ for outstanding wage, benefit and tax law violations
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development added eight businesses this month to its Workplace Accountability in Labor List — known as “The WALL” —…
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New Jersey health officials urge blood donations amid critical winter shortage
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey health officials are urging residents to donate blood as the region faces a critical shortage during the winter months, when donations often decline even as…
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Florham Park police chief announces departure after 28 years; new chief to be sworn in Jan. 15
FLORHAM PARK BOROUGH, N.J. (Morris County) — Florham Park Police Chief Joseph Orlando said he is stepping down after 28 years of service to the borough, calling for “fresh ideas…
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UPDATE: All lanes reopen on I-80 westbound after Tractor-Trailer crash in Allamuchy
ALLAMUCHY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — All lanes of Interstate 80 westbound in Allamuchy Township have reopened following an early-morning crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer hauling large sheet metal coils,…
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Senate confirmations bring New Jersey judicial vacancies to lowest level in more than 20 years
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate confirmed 16 Superior Court judges Monday, reducing judicial vacancies statewide to 11 — the lowest number in more than two decades — according…
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New Jersey traffic deaths fell about 15% in 2025
NEW JERSEY — Traffic-related fatalities in New Jersey declined significantly in 2025, with preliminary data showing fewer deadly crashes and fewer people killed on the state’s roads, Attorney General Matthew…
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Dunn attempt to restore opioid addiction funding blocked in majority’s $128M bill
TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblywoman Aura Dunn said she attempted to restore funding for opioid addiction prevention and treatment programs after what she described as a diversion of settlement dollars, but…
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Police chiefs announce “Goal Zero” traffic enforcement ahead of MLK weekend
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police announced a statewide “Goal Zero” enforcement and awareness initiative scheduled for Friday, Jan. 16, targeting the busy start…
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Morris County surrogate launches redesigned court website
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (Morris County) — Morris County Surrogate Heather J. Darling has launched a redesigned website aimed at improving access to information and services for residents navigating probate and other…
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Crash on I-80 in Warren County leaves driver seriously injured, state police say
HOPE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — A crash involving a truck and a minivan on Interstate 80 in Warren County left a Pennsylvania driver seriously injured Monday night, according to…
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Warren, Morris county commissioners elected to leadership posts at North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
NORTH JERSEY – Warren County Commissioner Jason J. Sarnoski and Morris County Commissioner Director Stephen H. Shaw have been elected to leadership positions on the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority,…
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Senate advances bill aimed at strengthening oversight of farmland tax assessment program
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Senate has advanced legislation designed to strengthen oversight and prevent abuse of the state’s farmland and woodland tax assessment program, according to the bill’s…
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Chili Open golf fundraiser set for Jan. 31 to benefit Project Self-Sufficiency
AUGUSTA, N.J. (Sussex County) — Plans are underway for the annual Chili Open Golf Classic fundraiser, set for Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, with proceeds benefiting Project Give…
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Crews extinguish Hunterdon County house fire; no injuries reported
UNION TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Firefighters from multiple Hunterdon County departments quickly knocked down a structure fire Monday night on Finn Road in Union Township, preventing further damage and…
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