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Hunterdon County creates $500,000 grant program for fire, EMS agencies
HUNTERDON COUNTY, N.J. — The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners has approved a new $500,000 grant program to provide financial assistance to local fire departments and emergency medical service agencies. The Hunterdon County Fire…
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Study: New Jersey residents spend third-lowest share of income on car loans
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey residents devote one of the smallest portions of their income to car loan debt in the nation, according to a new analysis by personal finance…
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Gov. Sherrill nominates energy expert Ben Hertz-Shargel to lead NJ Board of Public Utilities
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has nominated energy policy expert Ben Hertz-Shargel to serve as a commissioner on the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities and plans to appoint…
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Motorcyclist charged with weapon offense after Route 46 traffic stop in Morris County
DENVILLE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — An Andover man was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon and multiple motor vehicle violations following a motorcycle stop on Route 46 East…
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Professional arborists to compete in New Jersey Tree Climbing Championship in Morris County
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, N.J. (Morris County) — Professional arborists from across New Jersey and beyond will showcase their climbing, rescue and tree care skills during the annual New Jersey Tree Climbing…
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Assembly Republicans decline budget resolutions, call for more transparency
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Assembly Republicans say they will not submit budget resolutions this year, renewing calls for changes to the state budget process and greater transparency around last-minute…
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AG Davenport leads multistate effort urging EPA to expand monitoring of microplastics in drinking water
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport is leading a coalition of attorneys general urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to take additional steps to monitor and study…
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NJ TRANSIT launches ‘Ricardo Says’ courtesy campaign inspired by famous bull
NEW JERSEY — NJ TRANSIT has launched a new customer courtesy campaign featuring Ricardo the Bull, the longhorn steer that captured national attention after wandering onto railroad tracks near Newark…
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Man charged in robbery of Morris County gas attendant
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — A Warren County man was charged with robbery and simple assault after allegedly assaulting a gas station attendant and taking cash from him during a…
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Warren County commissioner encourages residents to explore parks, trails on National Trails Day
WARREN COUNTY, N.J. – Warren County Commissioner James R. Kern III is encouraging residents and visitors to celebrate National Trails Day on June 6 by exploring the county’s extensive network…
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Poll: Most New Jersey voters expect World Cup economic boost but worry about traffic, transit impacts
NEW JERSEY – Most New Jersey voters believe hosting FIFA World Cup matches next year will benefit the state’s economy, but many are also concerned about traffic congestion, crowded public…
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Tractor-trailer hauling shelled corn overturns on Route 173 ramp in Hunterdon County
BLOOMSBURY BOROUGH, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — A tractor-trailer hauling shelled corn overturned Thursday afternoon on the Route 173 ramp to Interstate 78 westbound in Bloomsbury, spilling its cargo across the…
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National gas prices fall 18 cents in a week as summer travel season begins, AAA says
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline dropped 18 cents over the past week, marking the second consecutive weekly decline as motorists prepare for summer travel, according…
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Two arrested after months-long narcotics investigation in Sussex County
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Two men were arrested and suspected crack cocaine was seized following a months-long narcotics investigation in Newton, police said. Detectives from the Newton Police Department,…
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Bill encouraging coordinated spring break schedules among New Jersey school districts advances
TRENTON, N.J. — Legislation aimed at helping New Jersey school districts better align spring break schedules advanced Tuesday before the Senate Education Committee. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Patrick Diegnan…
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DEP invites public to join National Trails Day events across New Jersey on June 6
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is inviting residents to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 6, by participating in guided hikes, trail projects and…
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Gov. Sherrill announces $20 million for immigration legal defense initiative
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced new funding and legal response efforts aimed at supporting New Jersey residents facing immigration detention and deportation. Sherrill and legislative leaders announced a…
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Traffic/Transit Alerts
Overnight lane closures planned on I-78 westbound in Somerset County for bridge project
WARREN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Somerset County) — Motorists traveling on Interstate 78 westbound in Warren Township should expect overnight lane closures Friday as crews shift traffic for an ongoing bridge replacement…
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Jessica Neiber promoted to lieutenant at Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office
FLEMINGTON, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson announced Wednesday the promotion of Detective Sergeant Jessica Neiber to the rank of lieutenant in the Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s…
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Gov. Sherrill announces 300,000 new REAL IDs issued in first four months
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill said New Jersey has issued more than 300,000 new REAL IDs during her first four months in office as part of broader efforts to…
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County College of Morris honors student leaders, performers at annual awards celebration
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — County College of Morris recognized student leaders, community volunteers and performing arts students during its 57th annual Campus Life Awards Dinner Dance, celebrating achievements…
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