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Trenton Public Schools and Offices Closed on January 19 Due to Winter Storm

Charlie DwyerJanuary 19, 202401.3K views

TRENTON, NJ — The Trenton Public School District has announced the closure of all its school buildings and offices for Friday, January 19, 2024, in response to the forecasted winter…

16-Year-Old, 11-Year-Old Shot in Trenton

Charlie DwyerJanuary 14, 20240315 views

TRENTON, NJ – A series of shootings in Trenton culminated on Friday, with two children being shot in the 100 block of Frazier Street at approximately 7:55 p.m. The Trenton…

Trenton Player Scoops $15K in Fast Play Game

Local News ReportJanuary 9, 20240248 views

TRENTON, NJ – A Trenton player struck luck on January 8 by winning $15,247 from a $5 Perfectly Peared ticket, claiming 50% of the Fast Play Progressive jackpot. The Fast…

Trenton Duo Convicted of Murder Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison

Charlie DwyerJanuary 5, 202401.2K views

TRENTON, NJ — Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced this week that Treizon Thompson, 23, and Tyzir Hamilton, 22, have been sentenced to 60 years in state prison each,…

Bucco Introduces OPRA Reform Bill to Counter the Exploitation of Young New Jerseyans

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240238 views

Today, Sen. Tony Bucco introduced a bill to protect New Jerseyans from bad-faith OPRA requests involving young individuals who are subjects of body-worn camera (BWC) footage under certain circumstances.

Senate Clears Singer Bill to Protect New Jerseyans from Predatory Contractors

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240389 views

Sen. Robert Singer’s bill that would establish a professional board to regulate home improvement and home elevation contractors was approved by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Clears Stanfield Bill Revising Farmland Appraisal Process

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240327 views

Sen. Jean Stanfield’s bill that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was passed by the New Jersey Senate.

Senate Approves Bucco Bill to Require Pothole Data in Annual DOT Report

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240268 views

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 Senate.

Senate Clears Bucco Resolution Recognizing the 75th Anniversary of the State of Israel

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240346 views

A bipartisan resolution sponsored by Senator Anthony Bucco that recognizes the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.

Corrado Calls on Murphy to Declare State of Emergency After Historic Flooding

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240355 views

Sen. Kristin Corrado called on Gov. Murphy to declare a State of Emergency for areas recently impacted by life-threatening floods in North Jersey.

Senator Bramnick’s Bill Will Teach Grief and Loss to High School Students

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240264 views

Sen. Jon Bramnick’s bill to teach grief and loss to high school students is expected to pass the Assembly this week and head to the Governor’s desk for signature.

O’Scanlon Bill to Reduce Vehicle Registration Burden for New Jerseyans Clears Committee

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240330 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon’s bill that would permit New Jersey drivers to renew their vehicle’s registration on a bi-annual basis was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee.

Polistina Doubles Down on Protecting Casino Workers from Secondhand Smoke

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240283 views

Today, Senator Vince Polistina (R-02) announced his intention to propose a new bill to eliminate casino workers from secondhand smoke exposure after S-264 was removed from the Senate Health Committee agenda for Thursday, December 14. “It is disappointing that after two years of advocating and […]

Oroho Bill to Make New Jersey Roadways Safer Passed by Senate

Press ReleaseJanuary 1, 20240260 views

Trenton – Senator Steve Oroho’s (R-24) bill to improve the safety of New Jersey roadways by defining ‘personal conveyance’ and expanding the definition of ‘pedestrian’ was passed by the New Jersey Senate. “New Jersey has some of the most congested roadways in the nation so […]

Attempted Kidnapping Foiled in Trenton, Michigan; Suspect Faces Federal Charges

Ryan DickinsonDecember 31, 20230512 views

TRENTON, MI – A potential kidnapping crisis was averted in Trenton, Michigan, thanks to the swift action of local police and the FBI. George Mandrax, 36, was arrested in connection…

Phil Murphy Extends Moratorium on Brewery Actions as Liquor Fight Continues in Trenton

Conservative TimesDecember 29, 20230661 views

TRENTON, NJ – Director James Graziano of the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) announced a significant update for limited brewery licensees and Temporary Authorization Permit (TAP) holders…

Trenton Lawmaker Hopes to Get $100k Ad Campaign to Fight Anti-Semitism in New Jersey

Conservative TimesDecember 14, 20230443 views

TRENTON, NJ – Senator Jim Beach introduced new legislation in the New Jersey Senate aimed at combating anti-Semitism and encouraging the reporting of bias-related crimes. This move comes amidst a…

New Jersey Casinos Could Be Smoke Free Under New Bill in Trenton Legislature

Shore News NetworkDecember 13, 20230314 views

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Senator Vince Polistina (R-02) has announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at protecting casino workers from secondhand smoke exposure. This move comes after S-264,…

Sen. Singer Bill to Protect New Jerseyans from Predatory Contactors Advances from Committee

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230265 views

Sen. Robert Singer released a statement today after S-1890 was advanced by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Schepisi Re-ups Call to Establish Government Efficiency and Regulatory Review Commission

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230246 views

Sen. Holly Schepisi released a statement today after news broke of Connecticut’s Governor withdrawing his plan to mandate future EV purchases by 2035 after bi-partisan pushback from Connecticut’s Legislative Regulation Review Committee.

Stanfield Bill Revising Farmland Appraisal Process Clears Budget Committee

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230246 views

Sen. Jean Stanfield’s bill that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was cleared by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Oroho Bill that Would Help Address EMT Shortage Clears Committee

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230428 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho that would help address the EMT shortage was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee

In Letter to ELEC, Polistina Calls for Investigation into Dark Money Groups

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230342 views

In a letter to the Election Law Enforcement Commission, Sen. Vince Polistina called for a full investigation into the dark money organizations that attempted to make a mockery of New Jersey’s election laws.

Governor Signs Corrado Bill Making Public Transportation Safer for People with Disabilities

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230236 views

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law by Gov. Murphy.

Signed into Law: Singer Bill Establishing Reimbursement Rate for Traumatic Brain Injury Nursing Facilities

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230253 views

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that establishes a minimum NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rate for traumatic brain injury special care nursing facilities was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.