In The News

First incoming class of vet school enrolls 75 students

GLASSBORO — A large crowd gathered on the morning of Oct. 3 here on the Rowan University campus — formerly Glassboro State College — to celebrate a new milestone for livestock farmers in the Garden State, the opening of the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine.

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NJ Historic Trust Recommends Burlington County Get $750,000 Grant for More Preservation Work at Historic Smithville Park

EASTAMPTON, NJ – Burlington County’s plans to preserve more of historic Smithville is getting some help from the New Jersey Historic Trust.

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New Jersey Bills Aim to Curb Frivolous Lawsuits, Limit Agritourism Liability

New Jersey Farm Bureau is supporting two bills that would expand legal protections for farmers.

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Opinion

For NJ kids’ safety, app stores need accountability — and a national standard

Opinion

As back-to-school season is in full swing, I have been reflecting on my time with my five kids — including my oldest, who’s gearing up for college — and I’m reminded how deeply technology is woven into their lives. 

 

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NJ Black Heritage Trail sites multiplying across South Jersey. The latest on the project

South Jersey is well represented on the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail, with some 34 sites approved thus far for the trail — and more to come.

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Singleton Announces HOME Initiative to Combat Housing Crisis

Comprehensive bill package would modernize zoning system, remove barriers, and promote opportunity

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Singleton Introduces Legislation to Provide Childcare Tax Credits to Employers

TRENTON – In an effort to make childcare more affordable and accessible and incentivize businesses to assist their employees with childcare, Senator Troy Singleton introduced legislation that would provide tax credits to employers for expenses incurred in the provision of childcare services to their employees.

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Singleton Introduces Legislation to Reallocate Funds to Pedestrian Safety and Law Enforcement in Burlington

TRENTON – Aiming to better fund pedestrian safety efforts and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities, Senator Troy Singleton introduced legislation this week that would reallocate fines that are issued for violations of “Antwan’s Law” to be entirely dedicated to Burlington City for the specific and sole purposes of pedestrian safety and law enforcement.

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Diwali event explores a proud culture

Moorestown residents Rhea, Vari and Reet Arora were inspired by a discussion on cultural appropriation to create Diyas and Delights – a celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights – for their community.

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