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Superstorm Sandy group eyes ballots, insurance surcharges and oil fees to fund resiliency projects
LONG BRANCH, N.J. (AP) — A 2% surcharge on property insurance policies, mandatory fees on the oil and gas industries, and holding a public referendum are ways a public-private group formed in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy recommends to pay for projects to protect New Jersey from the next big storm. In a report released this week, Rebuild By Design, which formulates plans for disaster resilience, says New Jersey is being pummeled by climate-related disasters, costing taxpayers $7.2 billion over a decade. It urges the state to hold a public referendum for voters to approve investments in climate-related resiliency projects. It also advocates for a surcharge on property and casualty insurance policies, as well as the creation of a “Superfund” for the resiliency projects to be paid for through mandatory charges to the oil and gas industries. Two Democratic state lawmakers introduced a bill to do that in New Jersey earlier this month. New York passed a similar law, which is awaiting action by Gov. Kathy Hochul, and similar efforts have happened in Massachusetts, Vermont and Maryland, the group said.
Christie spars with ‘The View’ hosts over election: ‘I don’t have to vote’
Former GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie argued with “The View” hosts on Friday over who he would vote for in the upcoming election, saying neither former President Trump nor President Biden would earn his support. “I know you’re not voting for Trump. Would you vote for a Democratic ticket?” host Ana Navarro asked the former…
Some companies support new type of hot leave – Should NJ?
Whether we want to accept it or not, it's been getting very hot lately. Not just in New Jersey, but pretty much everywhere around the globe. Now sure, there are some exceptions, and it is summer, so hotter temperatures are to be expected. For some, however, it's been getting too hot. So hot, in fact, that some companies have expressed interest in implementing some sort of hot weather leave.
Police Continue Investigation Of Shooting Inside Restaurant In Northern Westchester
Police are continuing to investigate after a man was accused of firing a gun during an altercation inside a restaurant in Northern Westchester.The arrest comes after the incident that happened in Peekskill on Friday, July 5, at Ofori’s World Cuisine at 982 Main St.Quincy Lamar Williams, a New …
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/19/24: Rudick rocks one
SYRACUSE 13, ROCHESTER 2 (BOX) A nine-run 5th inning propelled Syracuse to an easy win over the Rochester Red Wings in their first game out of the break. Both Rhylan Thomas and Luke Ritter had three-hit days, Carlos Cortes went deep, and Brett Baty walked three times (a potentially encouraging sign as he works through approach issues). Meanwhile, Tylor Megill struck out seven, though he did also walk four.
Family Celebrates NJ’s Longest Married Couple
HOWELL – Imagine a Marine veteran, a chance encounter in Jersey City, and nearly eight decades of unwavering love. What’s the result? An unforgettable anniversary party celebrating 75 years of marriage!. Lou and Gloria Parisi of Loch Arbour recently toasted their diamond-golden anniversary at the Howell home of...
YouTube stunt influencer busted in string of NJ crimes
A reckless social media stunt driver has now been linked to a string of New Jersey burglaries by Fairfield police. Antonio Ginestri — who goes by the handle "Squeeze.Benz" on both Instagram and YouTube — was first arrested in May and now faces new charges in different crimes.
Active Passaic, New Jersey Shooting Investigation
PASSAIC, NJ.- Passaic County Authorities are actively searching for the gunman who opened fire early Thursday evening in a quiet Passaic, New Jersey residential neighborhood, missing his intended target. According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at approximately 7:16 p.m., members of the Passaic...
Chris Christie says assassination attempt hasn’t changed who Trump is ‘fundamentally’
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said former President Donald Trump’s speech at the Republican National Convention is evidence that the assassination attempt on his life has not changed who Trump is as a man. “It doesn’t change, fundamentally, who he is,” Christie told the hosts of ABC’s The View on Friday. “He’s 78 years […]
Teacher Seen Assaulting Student In Disturbing Video Charged In Essex County: Cops
Jaron Spicer, 32, of Bayonne, has been charged with second-degree endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault — a disorderly persons offense — following an incident on April 18, Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II and West Orange Police Chief James P. Abbott said. Disturbing...
High Levels Of Fecal Contamination Found At 4 More New Jersey Beaches
Summer at the Jersey Shore means long days on the beach, ice cream on the boardwalk, the sound of seagulls swooping overhead, and high levels of bacteria in the water. 4 more NJ beaches are now under advisory due to high fecal bacteria contamination. It's not something we're unfamiliar with.
Saturday Blurbs: Interesting Little Stories From the Past Week
The website WalletHub has placed Jersey City at the bottom for recreation. WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities across 47 key metrics that speak to the benefits of recreational activities. Jersey City came at in at 93. Jersey City did score well in some areas, coming in first for...
2 years in a row: USA Today names NJ sub shop best in America
🔵 USA Today names NJ-based sandwich shop chain the best in America. 🔵 The shop earned the top spot for the second consecutive year. Sandwiches…they are the typical choice for lunch. There are so many combinations to choose from including ham and cheese, turkey and Swiss, grilled...
Decades-old auto parts store in Southern New Jersey abruptly demolished
Here's another case of "here today, gone tomorrow" in South Jersey. A decades-old auto parts store right in the heart of Gloucester County is quickly being reduced to rubble. That store is the old Pep Boys right off of the corner of the Black Horse Pike and Ganttown Road in Turnersville, Washington Township.
North Jersey doctor allegedly wrote illegal prescriptions for 36,000 opioid pills
PATERSON — Two city women pleaded guilty this week in a federal case in which a doctor who practiced medicine in Paterson for 30 years is accused of illegally providing prescriptions for more than 36,000 oxycodone pills. The physician, Lisa Ferraro, allegedly provided illegal prescriptions to one of the...
Sisters among Team USA Olympic women's field hockey team packed with Pa. talent
Philadelphia has a new super team, the Team USA women's field hockey team competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They're the team to watch in Paris, packed with East Coast pride as the team features 12 women with ties to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, alone. This team's genuine area pride...
Union City Honors Colombian Independence With Flag Raising
Union City raised the Colombian flag at International Plaza on Friday afternoon, as the South American country celebrates 225 years of independence from Spain. The ceremony was well attended. The Union City Board of Commissioners presented two proclamations to local, Colombian Americans. Poet Gilma Camargo Aguirre and recently retired North...
Heat Wave Impact: Low-Income New Yorkers Battle Power Issues in NYC
WFCN – A recent report was presented on Thursday by an anti-poverty group that found that over two-thirds of low-income New Yorkers are experiencing electricity bill fallbacks. A study conducted by the Robin Hood Foundation and Columbia University examined energy insecurity in the five boroughs. The findings revealed that...
Peruvian Civic Association Hosts 2024 Peruvian Day Parade & Festival
The Peruvian Civic Association of NJ Inc. (PCA) is set to host its annual Peruvian Day Parade and Festival on Sunday, July 21, 2024. This vibrant and colorful event will feature a lively parade beginning in Harrison, NJ, and a festival at the picturesque Frank Vincent Marina Park in Kearny, NJ. Given the limited parking at the festival site, attendees are advised to use side streets between Kearny Avenue and Passaic Avenue for convenience.
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