By Timour Azhari BAGHDAD (Reuters) – Iraq has banned eight local commercial banks from engaging in U.S. dollar transactions, taking action to reduce fraud, money laundering and other illegal uses …
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These Fantastic Local Breweries Are Keeping New Jersey’s Craft Beer Industry In the Game
New Jersey’s beer brewing history is rich and diverse, with a landscape dotted by breweries that have garnered acclaim and a dedicated following. From coastal Cape May to the bustling …
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Suspects Wanted in Series of High-Stakes Burglaries of Local Businesses
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaNEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is actively investigating two burglaries that occurred on Tuesday, January 23. Both incidents involved a single suspect, described as …
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Wichita, KS – In a startling theft that has left the Wichita community in dismay, a statue of baseball legend Jackie Robinson was stolen from McAdams Park. The incident occurred …
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New Zealand withdraws bill allowing 16-year-olds to vote in local body elections
by Reutersby ReutersBy Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) – The New Zealand government on Friday withdrew a bill that would have allowed sixteen year olds to vote in local government elections if it …
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Somerset Patriots and Local Businesses Donate $25,000 to Support Somerset County Food Banks
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – In a significant community effort, the Somerset Patriots, along with Clinton Honda and Land Rover Princeton, have donated $25,000 to four Somerset County food banks. The donation, …
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – Fulfill, a prominent food bank in New Jersey, recently enhanced its operations by donating five new 2023 Ram ProMaster vans to local pantries. This significant move, …
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Exclusive-China orders indebted local governments to halt some infrastructure projects-sources
by Reutersby Reuters(Reuters) – China has instructed heavily indebted local governments to delay or halt some state-funded infrastructure projects, three people with knowledge of the situation said, as Beijing struggles to contain …
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BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township is calling for nominations for the Brick Hero Awards, an initiative designed to recognize and honor residents and businesses who contribute significantly to the …
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Prison Sentence Announced in Check Fraud Scheme Involving Ironworkers Local 417
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineORANGE COUNTY, NY – District Attorney David M. Hoovler has announced the sentencing of Anthony Dubuisson, a 27-year-old resident of Newburgh. The sentencing, which took place in Orange County Court …
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(Reuters) -Two crew members are dead and one injured after a fire on a vessel at Port of Houston, Texas, a port official said on Monday. “Two ship crew members …
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BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In a landmark event for Brick Township, Lisa Crate was sworn in as the first female mayor in the municipality’s nearly 174-year history. The annual Reorganization …
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Japanese firms rush to resume production as earthquake disrupts local economy
by Reutersby ReutersBy Kantaro Komiya TOKYO (Reuters) – Japanese manufacturers rushed to resume production four days after a magnitude 7.6 earthquake killed at least 94 and disrupted infrastructures in the country’s west …
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MIDDLETOWN, PA – A fortunate player in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has hit a significant online jackpot, winning a $300,000 prize from the Pennsylvania Lottery. The winning came from the internet …
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DEAL, NJ – In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Deal Police Department announced the successful delivery of several truckloads of food, donations, and supplies to the Tinton Falls …
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SILVER SPRING, MD — A routine grocery shopping trip turned into a remarkable windfall for a Montgomery County man, who won $50,000 on a Cash Boom scratch-off. The winner, who …
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NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has issued an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating Theresa Sullivan-Oliver, 63, a resident of Newark, who was reported …
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LAGOS (Reuters) – The death toll in weekend attacks in the central Nigerian state of Plateau has risen to 113, a local official said on Monday, in a region where …
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TRENTON, NJ – During a recent Assembly Housing Committee hearing regarding a significant bill on affordable housing, Assemblyman Rob Clifton and Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn raised concerns about the lack of …
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FREEHOLD, NJ – Sgt. Michael Grochwoski and P.O. Thomas Parise of the local police department facilitated a heartwarming gesture earlier this week, delivering handmade quilts to Centre State Hospital in …
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(Reuters) -Nicaragua arrested another Catholic bishop on Wednesday, a source in close contact with local church leaders told Reuters following local media reports, making the bishop the second such leader …
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After Increase in Package Thefts Nationwide; Local Police Issue Warnings
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaLOWER GWYNEDD TOWNSHIP, PA – The Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department reports a significant rise in package thefts across the country during the holiday season. Thieves, including organized crime rings, …
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TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY – The Toms River Township Government extended a heartfelt thank you to students from Washington Street, West Dover, Pine Beach, and Beachwood Elementary Schools. These students …
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New Zealand central bank warns Citi’s local unit over breach of international payments rule
by Reutersby Reuters(Reuters) – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) said on Thursday it had issued a formal warning to Citigroup’s local unit for failing to provide sender information in international …
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New Mexico top court appears set to block local ordinances that limit abortion pill
by Reutersby ReutersBy Brendan Pierson (Reuters) – The New Mexico Supreme Court, based on arguments it heard on Wednesday, appeared poised to block several local ordinances in the state that aim to …