TRENTON, N.J. — As a recent increase in forest fires continues to intensify wildfire risks across New Jersey, the Murphy Administration’s 2025 budget presents a mixed approach to funding wildfire …
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With the election behind us, a huge win for President Donald Trump, it is time to get serious about policy. One of Trump’s best campaign lines was: “Kamala broke it. …
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Jackson School District considers redistricting, restructuring amid budget crisis
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON, N.J. — Facing budget constraints, shifting enrollment numbers, and aging school infrastructure, the Jackson School District is considering a range of strategies to address class size imbalances and facility …
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Toms River Mayor Announces 0% Tax Increase Despite Financial Challenges TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick announced a 0% tax increase for 2024, despite rising costs and the end …
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Kamala Harris Said Police Budgets Need to Be Cut, Endorses Defund the Police Movement
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonWASHINGTON, D.C. — Vice President Kamala Harris expressed support for the “Defund the Police” movement during a recent interview, advocating for a reallocation of city budgets to better address public …
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Breaking News
Toms River Announces No Tax Increase in 2024 Municipal Budget Amid Inflation, Rising Costs
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ (UPDATE) – The Toms River Township Council has voted on the first reading to move the 2024 township municipal budget on first reading. That budget delivers a …
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TRENTON, N.J. – Assembly Republican Conference Leader Christopher DePhillips is urging legislative leaders to avoid tax increases as Democrats discuss raising the sales tax to support NJ Transit in the …
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Toms River Mayor Announces 2024 Budget with 0% Tax Increase Amid Rising Costs and Inflation
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ – Facing across-the-board salary increases, double-digit increases in healthcare costs, global inflation, and the end of the American Rescue Plan’s federal funding, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick …
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Trenton, NJ – The Senate has passed a bill sponsored by Senator James Beach, allowing school districts experiencing reduced state school aid to delay submitting their budgets until after the …
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SOPDOC Miller Testifies at House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security FY 2025 Budget Hearing
by Dinesh Patelby Dinesh PatelSenior Official Performing the Duties of Commissioner Troy A. Miller delivered the following testimony to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security FY 2025 Budget Hearing April 30: Chairman Amodei, Ranking …
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Fani Willis Concealed Trump Investigation In Budget Request, Officials Say
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis concealed her investigation into former President Donald Trump in her budget request related to an accumulation of cases, officials said during a Friday hearing. …
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TRENTON, N.J. – Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer found herself unable to provide insights into the workforce needs of child care centers, the decline in community-based …
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Jackson Officials Explain Budget Misinformation Spread on Facebook
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonJACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—If you’re getting your news from unverified and secretive Facebook pages, you might think Jackson Township is only budgeting $200,000 for road improvements and paving projects in 2024. …
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‘We will teach by candlelight’: Argentine students and teachers protest Milei budget cuts
by Reutersby ReutersBy Lucila Sigal BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) – Argentina’s public universities held protests on Wednesday against sharp budget cuts by the government of President Javier Milei, turning off the lights in …
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Jackson Township’s 2024 Budget Shows Tax Decrease, A Rarity in New Jersey
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonThe Jackson Township Municipal operating budget has been released to the public, and Mayor Michael Reina is pleased to announce that the municipal tax rate will go down slightly in …
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California Is Staring Down The Barrel Of A Yawning Budget Deficit. Can It Even Be Fixed?
California unveiled a huge budget deficit earlier this year, which has led experts to wonder if the state can even balance its budget without relying on short-term gimmicks. The state …
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TRENTON, NJ—If you love KFC but inflation has got you down, don’t worry. The famous fast food franchise has introduced a lineup of budget-friendly meal plans for its customers. KFC …
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JAMES CARTER: How President Biden Bungled The Federal Budget
When Joe Biden assumed the presidency in January 2021, economic growth was brisk, unemployment had fallen for seven consecutive months, inflation stood at 1.4 percent, and conservatives were relieved that …
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Los Angeles Grapples With Budget Crisis, Public Safety Concerns As Residents Flee In Droves
Los Angeles, California, is struggling with an ongoing budget crisis and public safety issues as the city’s population is fleeing for other destinations. The blue-run city may need to put …
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Dems Propose Millions For Orgs Pushing Trans Procedures For Kids In Congressional Budget
Dems Propose Millions For Orgs Pushing Trans Procedures For Kids In Congressional Budget Kate Anderson on March 21, 2024 Democrats are looking to push through a budget that would grant …
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Indo-Pacific Command Asks For Staggering $11 Billion More Than Biden Budget Request Amid China Threat
Indo-Pacific Command Asks For Staggering $11 Billion More Than Biden Budget Request Amid China Threat Micaela Burrow on March 19, 2024 U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), which oversees U.S. military operations …
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‘Economic Disaster’: Biden’s Budget Dreams Would Add Even More Fuel To Sky-High Inflation, Experts Say
‘Economic Disaster’: Biden’s Budget Dreams Would Add Even More Fuel To Sky-High Inflation, Experts Say Will Kessler on March 16, 2024 President Joe Biden recently released his budget proposal for …
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Perth Amboy Submits Balanced Budget for 2024, Avoids Tax Increases PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The City Council received a balanced budget for 2024, marking a significant achievement without resorting to …
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Biden’s Budget Estimates Debt Would Increase At Least $14.8 Trillion In A Two-Term Presidency
Biden’s Budget Estimates Debt Would Increase At Least $14.8 Trillion In A Two-Term Presidency Terence P. Jeffrey on March 11, 2024 President Joe Biden released a budget proposal today that …
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Biden Proposes Increasing Budget Of Agency Pushing Gun Regulations By 30%
Biden Proposes Increasing Budget Of Agency Pushing Gun Regulations By 30% Katelynn Richardson on March 11, 2024 President Joe Biden’s proposed budget includes a 30% boost to the Bureau of …