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Lawmakers Back Tax Breaks To Boost Apprentice Employment
Lawmakers unveiled a pair of tax credits aimed at boosting employment for skilled laborers by enticing employer participation in federal-level apprenticeship programs.
Government Takes Lead On Prompt Payments — But Only For State Contracts
Legislators appreciate plight of small business owners, say efforts requiring faster payments should stay in private sector
New Jersey's Recidivism Rate Plummets 19 Percent Over Past Six Years
Among factors driving the drop: more residential and community-based programs to help parolees stay on track and make the transition back to life outside prison.
Employers Are Desperate To Fill These Jobs With Skilled Workers
You worked for years at the same job. Your attendance record was stellar, your productivity unrivaled. You were a valued employee - until you weren't.
New Program Offers Free Lyft Rides From Medford Bars
MEDFORD – Two residents have started Medford Saving Lives, a nonprofit community-based foundation, to get residents home safely from bars and restaurants after a night out of drinking.
Legislation To Assist Students At Rowan College At Burlington County On Murphy's Desk
The full Senate and Assembly voted unanimously Monday to approve legislation recognizing 3+1 programs and amending state rules to allow students participating in those programs to remain eligible for state financial aid, including tuition aid grants, Educational Opportunity Fund grants and NJSTARS scholarships.
State Legislators Oppose Proposed Hazardous Waste Site
State legislators have joined Burlington County representatives in voicing their opposition to a proposal by Elcon Recycling Services, LLC to build a hazardous waste treatment facility along the Delaware River in Falls Township, Pennsylvania.
Senior Housing Complex Coming To Riverton Road In Cinnaminson
CINNAMINSON, NJ — A 54-unit affordable rental senior housing community is coming to Riverton Road in Cinnaminson. Officials from Moorestown Ecumenical Neighborhood Development (MEND) and its joint-venture development partner, Conifer Realty, LLC recently joined Cinnaminson Township officials for a groundbreaking of the $12.9 million project on the former site of Cinnaminson Home.
State Superior Court Hears Arguments In Lawsuit Over School Testing
It could all come down to interpretation of a few words in case concerning replacement of old high school graduation exams with PARCC assessment.
Murphy Pledges $50M To Sandy Homeowners Still Rebuilding 6 Years Later
Governor travels to Union Beach, announces program to provide no-interest loans to folks unable to move back home because they’re still rebuilding.