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Bridge fix bill signed into law
NEW JERSEY – Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips’ bill helping to cover the cost of emergency bridge repairs in various counties and municipalities throughout New Jersey was signed into law Tuesday. The bill (A2609/S742) reallocates unspent funds…
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Gov. Murphy signs bill exempting nursing mothers from jury duty
NEW JERSEY – Governor Phil Murphy Tuesday reaffirmed his Administration’s commitment to supporting the health and well-being of mothers and babies by signing legislation (S2236/A1992) that allows nursing mothers to…
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Hunterdon County reports record turnout at waste recycling events; upcoming collections set for June and November
RARITAN TOWNSHIP, NJ (Hunterdon County) — Deputy Director and liaison to the Health Department, Shaun C. Van Doren, announced at a recent Board meeting the success of two free recycling…
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Funeral services announced for Hackettstown boy killed in Randolph Township crash
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ (Warren County) – Funeral services have been announced for Yexsel Francisco Reyes Granados, the 4-year-old Hackettstown boy who tragically died from injuries sustained in a multi-vehicle crash on…
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Erratic driver complaint leads to DWI arrest in Sussex County
BYRAM TOWNSHIP, NJ (Sussex County) – A Colorado man is facing a charge of driving while intoxicated after allegedly operating his vehicle erratically in Byram Township. On April 19, police…
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Murphy administration announces awarding of over $1.3M in grants to continue support of computer science programs in New Jersey schools
NEW JERSEY — Governor Phil Murphy and Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer on Tuesday announced over $1.3 million in funding for two grants aimed at expanding computer science education in New…
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Somerset County man convicted of drug trafficking, possession of firearms
SOMERSET, NJ (Somerset County) – A Somerset County man was convicted of drug trafficking, possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, and illegal possession of firearms, according to U.S. Attorney…
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Morris County celebrates Earth Day with tree planting at Central Park
MORRIS PLAINS BOROUGH, NJ (Morris County) – Morris County celebrated the 55th anniversary of Earth Day Tuesday with a ceremonial planting of Eastern Redbud trees at Central Park in Morris Plains…
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Gov. Murphy signs legislation authorizing the NJ Department of Health to designate a Public Health Institute
NEW JERSEY – Governor Phil Murphy Tuesday signed legislation authorizing the Department of Health to designate a Public Health Institute (PHI), underscoring his commitment to strengthening public health outcomes for…
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Somerset County man among 26 charged in violent Newark drug gang case
NEWARK, NJ (Essex County) – A Somerset County man is among 26 people who have been charged for their alleged roles in an enterprise that used violence and intimidation to operate…
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Hundreds turn out for Hunterdon County’s Ident-A-Shred event; over 41,000 pounds of documents destroyed
RARITAN TOWNSHIP, NJ (Hunterdon County) — Hunterdon County Commissioner Director John Lanza recently announced the success of the recent Ident-A-Shred event, held Saturday, April 12, at the Route 12 County…
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School bus driver charged with DWI, endangering the welfare of a child after crash on I-80 in Warren County
KNOWLTON TOWNSHIP, NJ (Warren County) — A 47-year-old school bus driver is facing multiple charges following a motor vehicle crash on Interstate 80 in Warren County Saturday morning, according to…
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Driver seriously injured, airlifted to hospital following fiery crash on I-78 in Hunterdon County
LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ (Hunterdon County) — A North Brunswick man was seriously injured following a fiery crash on Interstate 78 in Hunterdon County Monday evening, according to New Jersey State…
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Equine-assisted learning program for veterans offered through Centenary University’s TRAC program
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ (Warren County) — Centenary University will launch a restructured equine-assisted services program for veterans beginning in late July. The course introduces participants to horsemanship while enhancing skills such…
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WalletHub: New Jersey is 2025’s 10th most gambling-addicted state
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey is 2025’s 10th most gambling-addicted state, according to a study done by WalletHub. With the gambling industry bringing in a record $71.9 billion in revenue…
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Fifth annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair Set to take over Washington Borough on April 26
WASHINGTON BOROUGH, NJ (Warren County) – The fifth annual Rock & Roll Steampunk Fair will return to Washington Borough on Saturday, April 26, offering a full day of entertainment, artistry,…
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Morris Arts’ ‘Blackwell Street’ Juried Student Exhibit on display
MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – The 33rd Annual Blackwell Street Juried Student Exhibit is now on display inside the Morris County Administration and Records Building in Morristown, showcasing the artistic…
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Sussex County Community College students honored at excellence awards ceremony
NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – Sussex County Community College honored students who demonstrated excellence in academics, peer service, contributions to the College, and personal growth at the annual Student Excellence…
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Gottheimer announces new action to combat utility price hikes under ‘Lower Utility Bills Plan’ after 40% rate increase
NEW JERSEY — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) Monday announced new action as part of his ‘Lower Utility Bills Plan’ to combat relentless utility price hikes crushing hardworking Jersey families.…
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NJ Department of Health highlights importance of childhood vaccination during national and world immunization weeks
NEW JERSEY – With recent increases in cases of preventable diseases across the state and country, the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is reminding parents during National Infant Immunization…
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Traffic stop in Morris County nabs robbery suspect wanted in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ (Morris County) — A traffic stop for speeding led to the arrest of a man wanted for robbery out of Pennsylvania early Easter morning in Washington Township.…
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