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Tiny Houses In NJ: These Homes Could Be A Big Solution For Expensive Housing
In a 32-by-10 trailer, Amanda and Andrew Riddles have made a tiny home for themselves and their three children in Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County.
Murphy Defends Taking $33M From Needy Firefighter Fund. Lawmakers Are Outraged.
Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday defended his plan to siphon $33 million from a relief fund for New Jersey firefighters in need as the move drew outrage from first responders and state lawmakers.
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation To Protect Animal Rights
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today signed S1923 and S2674 into law to further protect animal rights across New Jersey.
May 9: National Military Spouse Appreciation Day
"Love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation" -- Kahlil Gibran
We celebrate National Military Spouse Appreciation Day the Friday before Mother’s Day. On this day, we honor the contributions and sacrifices made by military spouses. Their commitment and support help to keep our country safe. America’s military spouses are the backbone of the families who support our troops during mission, deployment, reintegration and reset.
Murphy Drops $33M Budget Diversion After Getting Flamed By Firefighters
Governor finds plan to siphon cash from dedicated fund that assists needy first responders and their families too hot to handle
Murphy Signs Bill To Improve Safety In Sign Fabrication, Manufacturing Facilities
Gov. Phil Murphy signed Senate Bill 3072 into law Tuesday to improve safety precautions in sign fabrication and manufacturing facilities.
Gov. Murphy Nixes Plan To Divert #33M From Firefighters Relief Fund
Facing a backlash from firefighters and state lawmakers, the Democratic governor announced Tuesday plans to amend his budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year to eliminate the proposed $33 million diversion from the New Jersey Firemen’s Association to the state’s general fund.
State Librarian Says Regulations Almost Ready For 2017 Library Bond Act
Voters overwhelmingly approved borrowing the $125 million in November 2017, but since then libraries have been forced to wait for over a year for the state to release criteria and regulations spelling out how to apply for the funding.
NJ's Troubled Public-Worker Pension System Is Actually Getting Healthier. Here's What The Latest Numbers Show.
New Jersey’s gaping public-worker pension hole continued to improve slightly last year, even as the state contributed billions of dollars less than recommended by pension actuaries.
Don't Rethink School Funding Cuts. Help Districts Cope
Editorial
We feel the pain of those school districts that are losing state aid next year and face the grim prospect of laying off teachers and other staff. Their recent protests underscore the need to find ways to help them adapt, to limit the damage.