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NJ legislation that preempts local zoning for shopping malls, office parks moves out of Senate committee
State legislation that would override municipal zoning law to encourage redevelopment of "stranded" office parks and shopping malls was unanimously advanced Monday by the state Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Senate panel advances housing bills despite concern over loss of local control
A Senate panel approved a raft of bills Monday meant to spur real estate development, though municipal officials warned the package would reduce local control of housing policy.
It's National Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month—a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of women throughout history and recognize those who continue to break barriers today.
How a library café in N.J. is changing lives for disabled students
A $1.4 million state grant is funding a new café service at the Burlington County Library in Westampton, where students with disabilities are learning workplace skills.
Readmitting Higher Ed Students Who Withdrew Due to Military Service
Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation requiring New Jersey’s public universities and colleges to readmit students whose enrollment was interrupted due to military service.
Burlington County Celebrates Grand Opening of New Community Blend at Bestseller’s Café
Burlington County Library patrons can now enjoy beverages, light fare, and other snacks with their reading materials courtesy of a unique new café that’s enhancing the library and giving students with disabilities opportunities for work experience.
Singleton Applauds Historic Participation in Affordable Housing Process
TRENTON – New Jersey Senate Majority Caucus Chair Troy Singleton, the Chairman of the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement in response to the data released today by Fair Share Housing Center:
Burlington County Legislators Collecting Children's Books to Celebrate National Reading Month
MOORESTOWN - In an effort to promote a love of reading, New Jersey State Senator Troy Singleton, Assemblywoman Carol Murphy, Assemblyman Balvir Singh, and Assemblywoman Andrea Katz have kicked off a children’s book drive in celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and National Reading Month.
BCIT marks finish of upgrades at Medford campus
Improvements at the school include upgraded welding and HVAC shops and new video game design lab