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1. State investigators uncover costly bennies and perks in New Jersey’s local governments
(N.J./State)

...  Flemington has adopted limits on employee sick-leave redemption that are more stringent than the $15,000 cap established for state workers. All borough employees hired after March 1995 can collect no ...

2. U.S. Supreme Court to hear challenge to Patriot Act
(U.S./Nation)

... authority by eliminating any limitation on the types of businesses or entities whose records may be seized. The recipient of the order may not disclose the fact that the FBI has sought or obtained records. ...

3. With 2 wins already, NJIT basketball on the road to success
(Sports/Professional)

... in his second game in 16 minutes, limited to short runs because of a lack of endurance. He is averaging 7.5 rpg and 1.5 blocks in only 16.8 minutes a night. "He's sort of like our program. He's got ...

4. High copying costs keep New Jersey government closed
(Opinion/Commentary)

... advances made copying much easier, faster and cheaper. Unfortunately, despite the clear intent of OPRA to limit the cost of copies to actual costs, these obsolete rates have somehow become the default ...

5. IAEA vote shows world, White House losing patience with Iran over its nuclear intentions
(World/International)

... such a course, but our patience, and that of the international community, is limited." The White House said if Iran refuses to meets its obligations, it will be responsible "for its own growing isolation ...

6. Is converting to a Roth IRA a good investment now that income limitations have been removed?
(Money/Economy)

... of the Roth IRA (1997), the ability to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth has been limited to taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income below $100,000. Beginning 1/1/2010, however, this income limitation ...

7. First-time homebuyer tax credit extended to April 30, 2010
(Money/Economy)

... Form 5405. Income Limits Rise The new law raises the income limits for people who purchase homes after Nov. 6. The full credit will be available to taxpayers with modified adjusted gross incomes (MAGI) ...

8. As George Carlin said, why is your stuff stuff, and other people's stuff ...
(Life/Style)

... husband is terrible at getting rid of stuff. His closet is currently holding four times the legal limit of Gap Khakis and old Timberland boots, even though they are mostly grubby and full of holes. I am ...

9. Drugs and a movie: ‘Fix' a hectic, hilarious and timely journey
(Entertainment/Movies)

BY JOE TYRRELL NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM One of the better films bouncing around the festival circuit, Tao Ruspoli's vivid "Fix," is finally finding its way into a very limited theatrical release in a ...

10. Holiday anguish: Confessions of an imperfect mother
(Life/Style)

... and foolishness that we always generate. I wish that we needed those extra four chairs around the table that is already stretched to its limit and beyond, with the oak leaves, some warped now, set into ...

11. Fast, furious & fine: A review of the 2010 Chevy Camaro


(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... route to 125. It could go faster, but that's usually my limit on Uncle Sam's roads if there is a curve ahead. The windows on the Camaro are slim, which has the simultaneous effect of letting little wind ...

12. New Jersey needs a new model for higher education investment, innovation, service and accountability
(Opinion/Commentary)

... from other priority entitlements, high state debt burden, and limits revenue on tax. Even sacrosanct student financial aid programs suffer from rationing — meaning spreading limited money to more students. The ...

13. ‘Just Food’ tackles the consequences of what we eat
(Life/Style)

... within a specific and limited number of miles, saving the planet one apple at a time. But McWilliams also takes on the Green Revolution and Norman Borlaug, its founder and Nobel Peace Prize awardee. The ...

14. Philippines declares state of emergency to investigate massacre
(World/International)

... will be spared to bring justice to the victims and hold the perpetrators accountable to the full limit of the law," said Mrs. Arroyo. The victims were seized Monday by gunmen as they drove in a convoy ...

15. Long time problem: power of public sector employees
(Comments/Unsorted comments)

... them have a much more diffused interest in limiting their 'take' from state government. These dynamics make change difficult. ...

16. Trouble in Toyland: Parents beware - many toys still toxic, hazardous
(Life/Style)

... and system in the human body. One preschool book contained lead paint far above the new limits and NJPIRG notified the CPSC. "We're encouraged that Toys R Us stopped the sale of this particular book ...

17. AG Milgram approves stun guns for N.J. law enforcement
(N.J./State)

... will allow New Jersey law enforcement officers to use electronic stun guns for the first time. The strict policy allows local police state troopers or sheriff's deputies to use stun guns only in limited ...

18. Dentists, New Jersey state officials urging minority students to consider oral health careers
(Health/Healthquest)

... of all backgrounds and education levels," said NJDA President Steven Fink. "In fact, many areas of dentistry are experiencing a shortage of professionals, so the sky is the limit for the student who has ...

19. Leaving your job? What to do about your 401(k)
(Money/Economy)

... $100,000. But starting in 2010, there is no AGI limit. Rolling over money from a 401(k) to a Roth IRA may have immediate tax consequences, so consult your tax adviser first. Click here for more details. ...

20. I don't need a mammogram
(Opinion/Commentary)

... about every five years? What could go wrong in five years? Cutting out all these screenings comes at the perfect time in our country. We're trying to limit healthcare costs, and what better way than ...