After Saving $6 Million on Employee Health Coverage: Next Step is Shopping the Joint Insurance Fund
By Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick As the Mayor of Toms River, I firmly believe in the importance of fiscal responsibility and transparency in governance. Today, I want to share an important step…
New Jersey vows to defy Trump order restricting gender-affirming care for children
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin joined 14 other attorneys general in opposing an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which seeks to eliminate federal support…
New York and Pennsylvania Hospitals Backing Down from Gender Reasignment Treatments and Surgeries
WASHINGTON — Several major hospitals across the United States are scaling back or eliminating transgender-related medical care for minors following an executive action signed last week by President Donald J. Trump. Medical…
New Jersey expands ARRIVE Together mental health crisis program to Brick and Toms River
TRENTON, N.J. — The ARRIVE Together program, designed to improve law enforcement responses to mental health crises, has expanded to Brick Township and Toms River, making it available in New Jersey’s 15…
Lawmaker Calls for Welfare Check on Woman Allegedly Living in Phil Murphy’s Garage Apartment
TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Erik Peterson is criticizing Gov. Phil Murphy for admitting that he is sheltering an undocumented immigrant, accusing him of defying federal law and using the situation for political…
New Jersey bill seeks to mandate endometriosis screening for all “pregrant persons”
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill requires hospitals, birthing centers, and healthcare providers across New Jersey to screen patients for endometriosis if they have been diagnosed with preeclampsia and later show symptoms…
Study Suggests New Jersey’s Plastic Straw Ban Could Have Long Term Health Consequences
TRENTON, NJ – A recent investigation into the environmental and health impacts of drinking straws has turned the conversation on its head, challenging the notion that paper straws are a more benign…
New Jersey Seeks to Advance Childhood to 26 for Long Term Care Patients
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee has advanced a bill that would expand the age limit for residents of pediatric long-term care facilities. Under Assembly…
U.S. reinstates Hyde Amendment, Cuts Federal Funding for Non-Emergency Elective Abortions, How Does it Affect New Jersey?
TRENTON, NJ . — In a new executive order issued Monday, the president reinstated longstanding federal restrictions on taxpayer funding for elective abortions, reaffirming the principles of the Hyde Amendment. The order…
Ocean County man held on $20,000 bond for assaulting health care worker
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man has been incarcerated in Ocean County after being charged with aggravated assault on a health care worker, according to jail records. Asan M. Paige, 28, was…
New Jersey Moves to “Trump Proof” Clean Water Supply
New Jersey Leads Legal Efforts to Defend Federal Clean Air and Water Protections TRENTON, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Friday that New Jersey is taking legal action to defend…
New Jersey Introduces Bill to Support Non-Medically Trained Pregnancy Counselors
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at expanding public knowledge about doula services and their role in supporting maternal health. Senate Bill No. 3091, sponsored by Senator M.…
New Jersey to Build Massive Stockpile of Abortion Pills Ahead of Trump Presidency
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced plans to stockpile abortion pills as part of a broader effort to safeguard reproductive rights amid growing concerns over federal abortion restrictions when…
As Trump Inauguration Nears, New Jersey Vows to Defend DACA Healthcare Access
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Tuesday that the state is leading a coalition of 14 states in a legal effort to protect health care access for…
New Jersey Governor Announces Ban on Cell Phones in Public Schools, Citing Teen Mental Health Decline
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey school testing grades are down. Mental health issues among teens and students across the state are at an all-time high. Now, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is…
Brooklyn home health aide wanted for stealing nearly $1,000 from elderly man’s account
BROOKLYN, NY — Police are searching for a home health aide accused of stealing nearly $1,000 from the bank account of a 58-year-old man in Brooklyn. The incident occurred on Friday, November…
RWJBarnabas Health wants your blood amid winter shortage
WEST ORANGE, N.J. — RWJBarnabas Health is urging the public to donate blood and platelets during its annual Winter Blood Drive Appeal as supplies reach critically low levels. The healthcare network is…
84-year-old Nancy Pelosi spotted with walker at Capitol following fall, hip surgery
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, was seen using a walker during Donald Trump’s election certification process following her recovery from a recent hip surgery. Pelosi, who fell down…
Bronx man sentenced to 18 years for strangling girlfriend in mental health facility
BRONX, NY — A Bronx man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for strangling his girlfriend in his room at a mental health facility, leaving her body undiscovered for days,…
New Jersey DEP Says Accidental Chemical Discharge Into Central Jersey Water System, Stinky Water Pose No Health Risks to Humans
CAMDEN, N.J. – Customers served by New Jersey American Water’s Raritan System have reported unusual changes in the taste and odor of their drinking water following a chemical leak from a repackaging…
Has Anybody Actually Fallen Ill from Salmonella from Eating Raw Cookie Dough? Tis The Season…
A meme is circulating asking whether anyone has ever fallen ill with salmonella because they eat raw cookie dough. As the holiday season rolls in, the aroma of baking cookies fills the…