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Banning student use of cellphones in New York schools should be state call, Hochul says
New York's schools and teachers should not have to wrestle with what to do about student cellphone use in class, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday. A statewide ban is a better approach, she said. "It seems to me that a district-by-district approach does not work," she said. "Sometimes it's easy...
Wayne YMCA to sell Pike Drive facility to township in historic deal. Here's the price
WAYNE — The township has agreed to buy the YMCA property on Pike Drive for $12.2 million, clearing the way for health and recreation officials to grow their programs and protect the land from future redevelopment. The historic acquisition, the largest that the township has made since voters approved the creation of an...
State promises to replace 13 Newark schools as district mulls bond for other projects
Superintendent Roger León says 33 of Newark’s oldest schools need replacements and estimates more than $2B is needed for all repairs and upgrades. The state has agreed to fund several new facilities to take the place of some of Newark’s oldest school buildings — but the deal still leaves out 20 schools that need to be replaced, district officials say.
Hunterdon Area Energy Cooperative (HAEC) Program Announcement
The Hunterdon Area Energy Cooperative (HAEC) offers residents reduced electricity supply rates by purchasing electricity in bulk, including renewable energy, for several municipalities. Chester Township residents are invited to sign up. To learn all about this program, attend a public information session over Zoom on Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Click here to read Mayor Drag's letter with further details about this opportunity. The letter will be mailed to residents shortly.
Mahoney named principal with Gensler’s Morristown office
Gensler has named longtime architect Erin Mahoney as the latest principal in its Morristown office, touting her technical prowess and her more than 25 years of experience. The global design firm said Mahoney has been with its team since 2006 and focuses on a range of practice areas, including headquarters, building repositioning, media, technology and law firm workplaces. As technical director, Erin specializes in refining architectural processes and mitigating risk, which translates into established best practices and value for clients.
Randolph Resident Charged with DUI After Collision in Dover
DOVER — On Friday, July 5, at 8:54 p.m., Mr. Elvis Suarez, 38, of Dover, was stopped in traffic on East McFarlan Street at the signal near the intersection of Mt. Hope Avenue facing west. His 2011 Dodge Ram was in the left-hand lane. Mr. Rene Sanchez, 40, of...
NYC will soon stop cash assistance for residents who fail to meet work requirements
In a letter to providers, DSS said that beginning on July 28 the agency is instituting work requirements for some safety net benefits. The Department of Social Services says it will begin slashing aid for people who fail to meet work requirements starting July 28. [ more › ]
Harrison Mayor & Council Meeting Confirmed for July 16, 2024 @6:15 pm
The Town of Harrison Mayor & Council will convene for a pivotal meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:15 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Harrison Town Hall, located at 318 Harrison Avenue, Harrison. Residents and interested parties are encouraged to attend as significant matters impacting the community will be discussed. The meeting is currently scheduled for the smaller Third Floor Conference Room but it may be moved to the larger Mayor & Council chambers (traditionally used for meetings prior to the current administration) which is larger both in size and ceiling height located on the 2nd Floor of Harrison Town Hall.
Atlantic Health System, Premier Health Associates announce joint venture
MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – To further fulfill Atlantic Health System’s commitment to providing the highest-quality care to every patient at the time or place most convenient to them, Atlantic Health is pleased to announce the creation of a joint venture with Premier Health Associates, LLC. Premier Health...
NJ Appellate Division Upholds Civil Service Reinstatement Order for Jersey City Recruit
The Appellate Division of New Jersey Superior Court has upheld a decision by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission ordering that a recruit for the Jersey City Fire Department be reinstated and admitted to another fire academy. Mina Ekladious washed out of the Morris County Fire Academy in 2019. Ekladious...
110-year-old Bayonne church to close, but not without a fight
Mary Borrello-Cerreta’s identity remains intertwined with St. Andrew’s Church in Bayonne. She was baptized and married at the Catholic church in the Bergen Point neighborhood and received every Sacrament in between there. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
NJ Man Killed, Dismembered By 5 People Including Murder Suspect Before SWAT Standoff: Cops
Four people from Ocean County were accused of helping a murder suspect dismember the body of a Toms River man who was killed in his home, authorities said.Elizabeth Mascarelli, 29, of Seaside Heights; Danielle Bolstad, 42, of Barnegat; Jared Krysiak, 34, of Brick Township; …
Walpack Inn for sale by family that has owned it for 75 years
The Walpack Inn, a staple of Sussex County's oldest and least populated municipality, is up for sale after 75 years under the same ownership. The Heigis family announced the news on Facebook Friday, saying they were taking their "first steps toward retirement" with the planned sale. The restaurant has been in the family...
This Is The New Jersey Road Law We Are all Breaking
We've all been driving in New Jersey for a long time, but we may have found one driving law we're all breaking all the time. I bet there isn't a person reading this who hasn't seen a vehicle in front of them on a single-lane road making a left and sliding into the shoulder to pass them.
Want the best care? New report says these are best hospitals in NJ
Eight facilities in New Jersey make a list of the 466 best hospitals in the nation. The 2024-2025 list released on Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report takes into account more than 30 medical and surgical services. It's based on an analysis of nearly 5,000 hospitals across the country.
UPDATE: 2 N.J. Counties Have Mandatory Water Restrictions
UPDATE: 2 N.J. Counties Have Mandatory Water Restrictions. Here is an update for New Jersey residents, two counties are affected according to New Jersey American Water Company. NJ.com reports that the company has issued water restrictions for Monmouth and Ocean Counties. NJ.com reports "New Jersey American Water customers in Monmouth...
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