Toms River Council Approves Township Budget
On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while maintaining a zero percent tax increase. The…
Ocean County approves $3.25M ordinance to replace Commonwealth Bridge in Manchester
MANCHESTER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has introduced Ordinance #2025-17, authorizing the replacement of the Commonwealth Bridge in Manchester Township at a total cost of $3,250,000. The ordinance allocates…
Jackson approves $438K plan to turn historic Rova Farms into community park
JACKSON, N.J. – Jackson Township is officially moving forward with plans to redevelop the long-dormant Rova Farms property into a public community park, after the Township Council approved a $438,432 agreement with…
New Jersey Senate approves bill allowing special events on preserved farms
TRENTON, N.J. – The New Jersey Senate has passed a bipartisan bill sponsored by Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) that would allow preserved farms to host special occasion events while maintaining their primary…
NJ State Senate approves bill allowing online public meeting notices, shifting away from print ads
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey State Senate on Thursday passed a bill permitting municipalities to publish public meeting notices and legal advertisements online, marking a significant shift from decades of mandated…
Seaside Park Approves Plan to Rebuild Amusement Pier Destroyed by Sandy, Completely Lost in 2013 Boardwalk Fire
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Planning Board has approved a portion of a proposal to rebuild Funtown Pier, the former iconic amusement destination destroyed by Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and…
U.S. Approves Another $425 Million in Aid for Ukraine As Hurricane Survivors Fight for Hurricane Aid
WASHINGTON — The United States announced a new $425 million military aid package for Ukraine on Wednesday, as part of ongoing efforts to bolster the country’s defense amid its ongoing conflict with…
New Jersey Senate Committee Approves Student Protection Legislation
Trenton, NJ – The Senate Higher Education Committee has approved legislation S-3696, which is sponsored by Senator Joe Cryan. The bill requires higher education institutions and for-profit colleges to inform the Higher…
New Jersey Senate Committee Approves Fire Sprinkler Requirements for Townhouses
The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee has reported favorably on Senate Bill No. 3342, which introduces critical amendments to the fire safety regulations for new townhouses in New Jersey. Initially mandated…
New Jersey Senate Approves Foreclosure Protections for Hurricane Ida Victims
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Senate has passed a new bill aimed at providing crucial support for homeowners affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton (D-Burlington)…
New Jersey Senate Approves Bill Mandating Insurance Coverage for Athletic Prosthetics
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Senate has passed a pivotal piece of legislation, sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents with disabilities by mandating…
New Jersey Assembly Approves U.S. Coast Guard License Plate Bill
TRENTON, NJ – A new bill that grants recognition to members of the U.S. Coast Guard through a specialized license plate has been passed by the New Jersey Assembly. The legislation, introduced…
Bensalem Township Council Approves Fire Department Consolidation
BENSALEM, PA – The Bensalem Township Council has approved a resolution to consolidate six volunteer fire departments into a single entity, the Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department. The unanimous decision follows two and…
Maryland Approves Contingent Fee Contract for Key Bridge Collapse Litigation
BALTIMORE, MD – Attorney General Anthony Brown announced that the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Board has approved a “contingent fee contract” for a team of five law firms to serve as Assistant…
Kansas Legislature Overrides Dem Gov’s Veto, Approves Millions To Help Texas Fight Illegal Immigration
Republicans in Kansas mustered supermajority votes to override their governor’s veto of millions earmarked for deployment of national guard troops to the southern border. GOP lawmakers in the Kansas house and senate…
US Reportedly Prepping Massive Weapons Package To Fast-Track To Ukraine After Congress Approves Aid
The Pentagon is preparing a large aid package to quickly send to Ukraine as soon as President Joe Biden signs into law a long-awaited Ukraine aid bill passed over the weekend, Politico…
Biden Admin Approves Massive Loan To Reopen Nuke Plant That Might Close Again Within Years
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced Wednesday that it would be funding a ten-digit loan to restore a 53-year-old nuclear power plant in Michigan that, due to regulatory hurdles, may close again…
New Jersey Senate Approves Bill for Telemarketer Caller ID Transparency
Trenton, NJ – Legislation aimed at increasing caller ID transparency for telemarketing calls has been approved by the New Jersey Senate. The bill, sponsored by Senators James Beach and Nellie Pou, mandates…
NJ Senate Committee Approves Bill to Honor Bordentown’s Benjamin Moore on I-295
The New Jersey Senate Transportation Committee has taken a significant step in honoring a local hero by advancing legislation to rename a section of Interstate 295. Proposed by Senator Troy Singleton, the…
Senate Approves Bucco Bill to Require Pothole Data in Annual DOT Report
Sen. Anthony M. Bucco's bill that would require the Department of Transportation (DOT) to begin providing information about potholes in their annual report to the Legislature was passed by the New Jersey…
Toms River School Board Wants Voting Machines Out, Approves 2024-25 Calendar
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Regional Board of Education has approved the 2024-25 school calendar, which includes virtual instruction days coinciding with election dates, despite mixed feelings among board members.…