Battle begins over New Jersey minor league baseball labor laws and wages
Lakewood , NJ – Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill Thursday designed to safeguard minor league baseball in New Jersey by limiting the state’s authority …
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Myrtle Beach Police warn of increased traffic as school year begins Monday
Myrtle Beach, SC – With the first day of school starting Monday morning, the Myrtle Beach Police Department is reminding drivers to expect heavier traffic …
Robocall crackdown begins as Pennsylvania targets 37 telecom providers in sweeping operation
PHILADELPHIA, PA – It began with a flood of robocalls and ended with warning letters to dozens of telecom companies as Attorney General Dave Sunday …
Dove and goose hunting season countdown begins across Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA – With less than a month to go before dove and early goose seasons open, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is reminding hunters to …
Demolition begins at New Jersey’s Lucy the Elephant Historic Tourist Site
MARGATE, N.J. — A major accessibility upgrade is underway at Lucy the Elephant, the iconic six-story roadside attraction in Margate. On Wednesday, crews began demolishing …
All eyes are on Manchester as Ocean County’s next big development rush begins
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Manchester Township is rapidly becoming the center of attention in Ocean County’s latest real estate boom, as developers and investors target the …
Jackson Township begins bulk pickup for Zone 3 as DPW outlines curbside rules
JACKSON, N.J. — The Department of Public Works has started bulky waste pickup this week in Zone 3 of Jackson Township, covering the northeast section …
Paterson begins major upgrade of Vera Ames Park with new playground and courts
PATERSON, N.J. — A city park is undergoing a full-scale transformation as part of what officials are calling a “park renaissance” in Paterson’s 4th Ward. …
NRP flood response transitions in Western Maryland as recovery begins
WESTERNPORT, Md. — The Maryland Natural Resources Police announced Saturday that their emergency operations in response to historic flooding in Western Maryland have ended, though …
Construction begins on Berkeley Park Sports Complex in Henderson County
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Construction is officially underway on the Berkeley Park Sports Complex in Henderson County, prompting a full closure of the park to the …
Kites take flight at Terhune Orchards as annual spring festival begins today
PRINCETON, N.J. — Terhune Orchards opens its fields today for the annual Kite Day celebration, welcoming families for two days of outdoor fun, farm activities, …
Hidden Lake Drive detour begins April 22 for emergency culvert repairs, police say
NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — An extended detour will go into effect Tuesday, April 22, along Hidden Lake Drive just past the Route 27 entrance due …
Belleville begins removing parking meters, but that doesn’t mean free parking
BELLEVILLE, N.J. – The Township of Belleville has started removing parking meters along Washington Avenue, transitioning to the ParkMobile app for payments, police announced Monday. …
Trump administration begins deportation flights amid crackdown on illegal immigration
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has initiated deportation flights for individuals in the United States illegally, signaling a continuation of its tough stance on immigration …
Erie declares snow emergency, begins towing vehicles blocking roadways
ERIE, PA — The Erie Police Department has declared a snow and ice emergency, initiating the towing of vehicles obstructing roadways to ensure snow plows …
Injured New York State trooper begins rehab after being struck by impaired driver
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State Trooper Nicholas Abbondola has been discharged from Albany Medical Center and moved to a rehabilitation facility to continue his …
Black bear hunting season begins Monday in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s black bear hunting season opens Monday, October 14, with new regulations and safety measures in place. The hunt is divided …
Hillsboro Sheriff Advises Residents to Stay Home as Cleanup Begins
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to stay off the roads due to hazardous conditions left in the wake …
School is Back and Session in New York City as Anti-Semitic Pre-Season Kick-Off Begins
As the fall semester kicks off, college campuses are once again becoming hotbeds of intense rhetoric and, unfortunately, rising antisemitism. The protesters came back to …
NJ Transit Free Service Begins Today…Maybe. If The Trains Are Actually Working
TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy has declared a fare holiday for NJ TRANSIT riders from August 26 through September 2, 2024, across all transportation …
New Prospect Road Widening Begins to Improve Traffic Safety
JACKSON, NJ—County crews and contractors began a much-anticipated road widening project on South New Prospect Road in Jackson Township this week. According to county officials, …
South Orange’s “Downtown After Sundown” Music Series Begins
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ—The South Orange Downtown live music series, “Downtown After Sundown” (DAS), is set to begin on June 8 and will continue every Saturday …
Toms River Begins Transfer of Animal Shelter to Ocean County
TOMS RIVER – Toms River Animal Control Officer David Matthews prepared the Toms River Animal Shelter for takeover by the Ocean County Shelter today by …
NYPD Begins Search for Alleged Subway Perv
BRONX, NY—The New York City Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect involved in a public lewdness incident reported on …
MORGAN MURPHY: The Ukraine Blame Game Begins
Congress stands poised to deliver another $60 billion in aid to Ukraine atop the $111 billion in prior packages. President Biden has pushed for these …
As Trump criminal trial begins, a New York throng descends on courthouse
By Jonathan Allen NEW YORK (Reuters) – Minutes before 9 a.m., both Catherine Nestor, a New York City social worker late for a jury duty …
The Delaware River Is Important to New Jersey, But Do You Know Where it Begins?
Title: The Delaware River: A Journey from the Catskill Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean City, NY – The Delaware River, a pivotal waterway in the …
Singapore regulator begins in-depth review on Grab’s acquisition of Trans-cab
(Reuters) – The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) on Wednesday said it has commenced an in-depth review of the proposed acquisition of Trans-cab, …
Alaska Airlines begins preliminary inspections on up to 20 Boeing 737-9 MAX
(Reuters) – Alaska Airlines has begun preliminary inspections on some of its Boeing 737-9 MAX aircrafts this weekend, adding that up to 20 planes could …
Tennessee lawmaker briefly ousted last year is silenced as new session begins
(Reuters) – One of the Democratic Tennessee state representatives who was briefly expelled from the Republican-controlled state house last year was barred from speaking at …
Melinda Katz Begins Second Term as Queens District Attorney
QUEENS, NY — District Attorney Melinda Katz was ceremonially sworn in for her second term today, marking a continuation of her historic tenure as the …
Marketmind: S&P 500 record in view as 2024 begins in same vein
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Samuel Indyk A rollercoaster 2023 that ended with an equity rally on hopes …
Argentina monthly inflation set to spike to 12% as Milei era begins
By Hernan Nessi BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) – Argentina’s consumer prices likely spiked around 12% in November alone, a Reuters poll of analysts showed on Monday, …
Pakistan’s top court begins hearing challenge to expulsion of Afghans
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) – Pakistan’s Supreme Court began hearings on Friday on a petition by rights activists seeking to halt deportation of Afghan refugees, a lawyer …
Giant Antarctic Iceberg A23a Begins Drifting After Decades
ANTARCTICA – Scientists reported on Friday that A23a, the world’s largest iceberg, has started moving for the first time in over 30 years. This Antarctic …
Marketmind: Caution prevails as Gaza truce begins
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee A post-Thanksgiving caution is permeating markets with investors hesitant to place …
Second “United Against Hate Week” Begins Today
SAN DIEGO – Beginning today, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the San Diego Anti-Hate Coalition launch their second “United Against Hate Week,” joining cities throughout …
Cleveland Fed begins search for new leader as Mester nears retirement
By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK (Reuters) – The Cleveland Federal Reserve said on Wednesday it has begun to search for a replacement for its …
Mercer County Begins First Phase of New Park Development at Dam Site 21
HAMILTON, NJ — The first phase of a new passive-recreation park in Mercer County is set to commence on Nov. 1 with the dredging of …
Marketmind: Fed pivot begins to crystallize
By Jamie McGeever (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead in Asian markets from Jamie McGeever, financial markets columnist. A slump in U.S. bond …
As Construction Begins on Phil Murphy’s Wind Farms, Public Support Drops in New Poll
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – As construction of onshore facilities to support New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s massive wind energy ambitions off the New Jersey coast, …
Barclays begins culling 3% of its dealmakers-sources
By Milana Vinn and Anirban Sen NEW YORK (Reuters) – Barclays Plc initiated layoffs this week targeting 3% of its global investment banking workforce, people …
The Supreme Court Term Begins This Week. Here Are The Cases You Need To Watch.
The Supreme Court Term Begins This Week. Here Are The Cases You Need To Watch. Katelynn Richardson on October 1, 2023 The Supreme Court begins …
Tokyo equity offerings surge as Japan Inc begins to shift towards capital efficiency
By Anton Bridge and Scott Murdoch TOKYO (Reuters) – Japan equity offerings have more than quadrupled in value this year, with investors encouraged by a …
Republican-Led House Begins Impeachment Inquiry Against President Biden
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives, led by a Republican majority, initiated its first hearing on Thursday as part of an impeachment inquiry …
US NIH begins human trials of ‘universal’ flu vaccine
(Reuters) – The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) said on Friday that it has begun an early-stage study on its experimental vaccine targeting six …
Registration for Brick Township Trunk or Treat Begins Soon
BRICK, NJ – Get ready for a night of spooky fun, candy, and costumes! The annual Trunk or Treat event is back at Drum Point …
Global Entry Begins Touchless, Receipt-less Processing at MCI
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is pleased to announce that with the opening of the new airport terminal at the …
Google’s rivals get day in court as momentous US antitrust trial begins
By Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) – DuckDuckGo, which has long complained that Google’s tactics have made it too tough to get people to use their …
Oktoberfest Begins in Jackson at Great Adventure
JACKSON, NJ – Oktoberfest at Six Flags Great Adventure offers guests an immersion into German culture through a variety of activities, food, and entertainment. The …