New Jersey lawmakers go nuts in Trenton over official state nut

As state faces serious issues, senators turn to the hazelnut for official recognition. TRENTON, N.J. – In the midst of budget pressures, infrastructure debates, and affordability concerns, New Jersey lawmakers are devoting…

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Million Dollar Mikie Now Seeking $650,000 for Gubernatorial Transition Instead of $1,000,000

NJ Senate advances bill to give incoming governor $650,000 for transition expenses TRENTON, NJ – Mikie Sherrill promised to bring affordability to New Jersey and so far, weeks before being sworn in,…

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Van Drew blasts New Jersey gas tax hike as ‘a punch in the gut’ to families

TRENTON, NJ – Congressman Jeff Van Drew sharply criticized New Jersey’s incoming gas tax hike, calling it an unnecessary financial blow to working families already struggling with rising costs. Beginning January 1,…

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New Jersey lawmaker demands Mikie Sherrill publicly reject rumored sales tax hike before taking office

TRENTON, NJ – Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips is calling on Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill to publicly deny reports that her transition team and Democratic leaders in Trenton are considering raising New Jersey’s sales tax…

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Whre’s the Beef? Wendy’s portions spark outrage as New York area customers accuse chain of shrinkflation

NEW YORK, NY – From Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights, Wendy’s customers are calling foul on what they describe as shrinking burgers, smaller nuggets, and full-price meals that don’t fill them up.…

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Most New Jerseyans Want to Leave the Garden State – Here’s Why

Most New Jersey residents want to leave—and here’s why West Long Branch, NJ – New Jerseyans say they enjoy living in their state, but a growing number are ready to move out.…

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Open enrollment begins for Get Covered New Jersey as federal aid wanes

TRENTON, N.J. – Open Enrollment for Get Covered New Jersey, the state’s official health insurance marketplace, begins Saturday, giving residents a chance to review coverage options amid looming federal changes that will…

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Sherrill Taps Pro-Offshore Wind Advocate to Co-Chair Gubernatorial Transition Team

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has tapped U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to co-chair her “Making Energy More Affordable and Reliable” Action Team, signaling that offshore wind and renewable infrastructure will…

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Mikie Sherrill’s promised energy freeze sparks hope in New Jersey but experts warn of harsh reality

TRENTON, NJ – In the wake of her decisive victory in the gubernatorial election, Mikie Sherrill has New Jersey buzzing with optimism over her bold pledge to freeze skyrocketing energy costs on…

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As Sherrill Waffles on New Jersey Sales Tax, GOP Pushes for Lower Rate

Trenton, NJ – A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey Assembly would roll back the state’s sales and use tax rate from 6.625 percent to 6 percent beginning January 1, 2026.…

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Steve Lonegan launches bid to lead New Jersey Republican Party

HACKENSACK, NJ – Former Bogota mayor and longtime conservative activist Steve Lonegan announced Thursday that he is running for chairman of the New Jersey Republican Party. Lonegan said he is entering the…

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Major New Jersey Behavioral Healthcare Provider Leaving State, Laying Off 572 Workers

NEWARK, NJ – UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health division will lay off 572 employees in early 2026 and close its behavioral health services across New Jersey, according to WARN notices filed with state…

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Maryland GOP slams Governor Moore’s ‘runaway spending’ after $1.4B deficit projection

ANNAPOLIS, MD – Maryland Senate Republican leaders are warning that the state’s finances are heading toward a breaking point after budget analysts revealed a projected $1.4 billion structural deficit for the upcoming…

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New Jersey Seeks Additional $125 Million to Replenish Depleted Affordable Housing Fund

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the State Assembly would allocate $125 million to replenish New Jersey’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund, restoring money diverted from the fund in recent budget cycles.…

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New Jersey bill would let churches and synagogues convert property into affordable housing complexes

TRENTON, NJ – Two New Jersey state senators have introduced legislation that would make it easier for religious institutions and nonprofit organizations to convert their existing properties into housing developments that include…

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Bill seeks to slash New Jersey sales tax on used cars by half

TRENTON, NJ – A new measure introduced in the New Jersey Assembly would cut the state sales tax on used motor vehicles by 50 percent, aiming to make car ownership more affordable…

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As Housing Prices Soar, New Jersey Seeks to Double Threshold on Million Dollar Mansion Tax

TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal before the New Jersey Legislature seeks to ease the state’s so-called “mansion tax” by raising the price threshold at which it applies from $1 million to…

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DCA urges New Jersey residents hit by SNAP delay to apply for winter utility protections

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs is reminding residents affected by the federal delay in SNAP benefits that they may qualify for state utility assistance and shutoff protections…

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Mikie Sherrill Says Her Victory Is a Warning to Republicans All Across America

TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill said she is “ready to get to work” after her decisive 13-point victory over Republican Jack Ciattarelli, becoming only the second woman ever elected governor of…

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Mamdani Taking Heat for Charging Loyal Supporters $13 a Beer at Campaign Victory Party

And so it begins…Despite receiving tens of millions of dollars in campaign funds, Zohran Mamdani makes his loyal supporters pay their own way at the victory party. BROOKLYN, NY – The celebration…

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