Wooded Route 9 spot in Howell listed at $295K for development

Highway development zoning opens door for retail and commercial use on 1.83 acres Howell, NJ – A 1.83-acre parcel of vacant land along Route 9 South has been listed for $295,000, presenting…

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Montclair council advances redevelopment, parking changes at March 24 meeting

Housing project, tax cap measure and multiple fee ordinances move forward Montclair, NJ – The Montclair Township Council moved forward with a wide-ranging agenda Tuesday night, advancing a major redevelopment agreement, introducing…

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New Jersey orders public school districts to plan funding plans with private schools for taxpayer funded programs

NJ schools ordered to hold spring talks with nonpublic schools on state-funded aid TRENTON, N.J. – There is no rest for the weary in cash strapped school districts like Lakewood, Jackson, Middletown,…

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Buena council accepts clerk retirement, advances park funding and budget plans

Officials outline nearly $1M funding request while addressing public safety, projects BUENA BOROUGH, N.J. – Borough officials moved through a full agenda Monday night, approving personnel changes, advancing nearly $1 million in…

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New Jersey can now arrest and jail ICE agents for six months if they wear masks during enforcement operations

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey has enacted a new law prohibiting most law enforcement officers, including federal agents and ICE officers, from wearing face coverings during public interactions, after the measure passed…

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Jackson resident says parking ban for neighborhood house of worship not fair to neighbors who follow the rules

Jackson officials consider permit system as residents raise concerns over access and enforcement at a home operating as a house of worship in the neighborhood. Jackson, NJ – A Jackson resident criticized…

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NJ targets third-party restaurant reservation platforms with new restrictions

Bill would require written agreements before listing or selling dining reservations Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers have advanced legislation aimed at cracking down on third-party restaurant reservation services that list or…

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New Jersey is one signature away from being an official, legal sanctuary state as immigrant rights bill heads to Governor’s desk

NJ Senate passes A4071, sparking sharp debate over immigration and policing. A high-profile bill codifying limits on immigration enforcement cleared the Senate as Republicans warn of public safety risks and Democrats defend…

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Is it a Mikvah? A School? Howell Resident Concerned About New Pole Barn in His Neighborhood

A newly constructed structure in a residential neighborhood is drawing scrutiny from residents and prompting a township zoning review. Howell Township, NJ – Concerns over a recently constructed pole barn at a…

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Sold and Closed: Former Jackson Elementary School Used as Open Burn Site for Annual Chametz

Jackson Township, NJ – The former Rosenauer Elementary School, once a cornerstone of Jackson’s public school system, has entered a new chapter after being sold to a yeshiva, with the property now…

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Brick Township Officials Defend Affordable Housing Plan as State Mandate Sparks Public Fears

BRICK, N.J. — Township officials laid out an extensive and, at times, contentious explanation of Brick’s affordable housing obligations during a recent public hearing, seeking to clarify widespread misconceptions while defending a…

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Jackson’s Whitesville Road warehouse project faces environmental concerns, no approval issued

A proposed office and warehouse development on Whitesville Road is drawing scrutiny from environmental officials ahead of a planning board review. Jackson Township, NJ – A proposed office and warehouse complex in…

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Ex-Musk advisers shielded from subpoenas in Twitter layoffs lawsuit, judge rules

A federal court blocks efforts to compel testimony from non-party advisers tied to X acquisition. Wilmington, DE – A federal judge has granted a motion to quash subpoenas issued to several high-profile…

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Sherrill blasts federal abortion probe as HHS opens investigation into 13 states

Marlton, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill on Thursday forcefully pushed back against a newly announced federal investigation into abortion coverage policies, calling the Trump administration’s move a “fishing expedition” as New Jersey…

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Toms River Mayor Rodrick Vows to Continue Fight Against Overdevelopment and Council Politicking

Mayor Daniel Rodrick says a state-approved deal to limit growth is now in jeopardy following council action. Toms River, NJ – A high-stakes housing dispute is unfolding in Toms River, where Mayor…

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Federal judge orders ICE to release Guatemalan man detained in Newark within 48 hours

A court ruling in New Jersey found prolonged immigration detention unlawful, mandating immediate supervised release. Newark, NJ – A federal judge has ordered the release of a Guatemalan national detained by Immigration…

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Undocumented Migrants in New Jersey Get Licenses, But Are They Registering for Selective Service Like American Citizens?

As automatic systems expand in New Jersey, concerns grow over whether safeguards and obligations are applied consistently. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s Motor Vehicle Commission is once again at the center of…

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Former Toms River Mayor Mo Hill is Back and He Still Wants to Build a City at Ciba Geigy Superfund Site

Toms River mayor blasts council for voting against plan to minimize state-mandated affordable housing plan. Toms River, NJ – Former Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill returned to politics this week and…

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Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally

Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…

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New York clean fuel bill aims to cut transportation emissions 20% by 2034

The proposal would require fuel providers to lower the carbon intensity of transportation fuels across New York. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are advancing legislation that would establish a statewide “Clean…

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