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Under New Ownership: NJ Bill Would Protect Janitors, 'Service Workers'

A proposed law would provide "stability and security" for thousands of NJ workers and their families, supporters say. Critics say otherwise.

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Sen. Singleton Collecting Feminine Products to Combat "Period Poverty"

Donations will be made available to Burlington County women in need

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Restaurants say they're ready as county announces expansion of annual program

Robin’s Nest Restaurant was struggling under the weight of pandemic shutdowns. Closing for three spring months to help halt the COVID spread put a strain on the Mount Holly business, but then Burlington County Restaurant Week came along in the summer.

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Senate panel approves tax breaks for would-be homeowners

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee unanimously approved legislation that would extend tax breaks to certain prospective homeowners on Thursday.

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Singleton Bill That Would Assist First-Time Homebuyers Advances

TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to support first-time homeowners, the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee on Thursday unanimously advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Vin Gopal that would establish the New Jersey First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account Program.

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County Celebrates Birthday of Rancocas Greenway Visionary Barbara Rich

MOORESTOWN, NJ — The Burlington County community came together this week to celebrate the birthday of Barbara Rich, a dedicated environmentalist who has spent more than 60 years advocating for the protection of Burlington County's natural environment and wildlife. 

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2023 Winter Restaurant Week Announced for Burlington County Eateries

BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ  — In 2023, Burlington County Restaurant Week will be twice as delicious, giving residents two opportunities to enjoy the great eateries in Burlington County.

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Restaurant lobby opposes Murphy’s liquor law reforms

Even Democrats who want reforms are balking at the governor's plan

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Easing Liquor License Transfers Could Spur Economic Development, Says Sen. Singleton

Under proposed law, municipalities could transfer inactive liquor licenses to help redevelopment zones

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N.J. bill would allow towns to get around state’s Prohibition-era liquor license cap

A liquor license is hard to obtain in New Jersey, and it can be quite expensive, with the average license costing hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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