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1. On Tax Day, N.J. activists offer to move Prudential so taxpayer dollars can pay for schools, health care and safe streets
(N.J./State)

... can afford to make key investments in transit, education, and public safety that will lead to long term job growth and prosperity 100 percent of its residents can share in." Better Choices for New Jersey ...

2. Sen. Sweeney proposal would prevent towns from leveling 'user fees' to avoid 2% budget increase cap
(N.J./State)

... approved, would give their governments the right to raise the 2012 budgets beyond the 2 percent cap. If the referendums are voted down, Lawrence residents would pay $336 annually for garbage collection. ...

3. New Jersey's economy grows as residents smoke and drink more
(N.J./State)

State revenue has grown since last fiscal year New Jersey’s economy has continued to grow since July 1, lifting state government revenue collections 3.6 percent above those of the same period, July ...

4. Assemblyman Eustace: End oil speculation to lower N.J. gas prices
(Opinion/Commentary)

... in rebounding and rising prices at the pump and in other petroleum products, like home heating oil, are not helping our residents’ pocketbooks. Earlier this month, the House Democratic Policy and Steering ...

5. Choice Matters
(Comments/Unsorted comments)

... We object to the closure of any quality residential option, including federally-licensed developmental centers in New Jersey. Residents and their legal guardians (often close relatives) are nearly universally ...

6. Volunteer, 89, makes sure everyone wins
(Health/Healthquest)

... been volunteering at Merwick Care & Rehabilitation Center and has become like family to many of the residents. Four days a week, she comes in to play cards and interact with the residents. When Gwin ...

7. Chris Christie
(Comments/Unsorted comments)

... notice Governor Christie works with the democrats to get things done in NJ. I like him.He is fair with all people of NJ. . He reminds me of the strong presidents we had years ago. Governor Christie's ...

8. Over 500 flood-prone homes in Passaic River Basin to be bought out: $121M in FEMA aid approved
(N.J./State)

... to work together to help local governments and the residents of flood-prone areas.” Martin met today with mayors and other elected officials in Lincoln Park to provide them an update on the state’s efforts ...

9. State files suit against Paul Grossi of Towaco for running unregistered charity, PJG telemarketing operation
(N.J./State)

Claimed to raise money for cancer victims, veterans, police The state Division of Consumer Affairs has filed suit against a North Jersey telemarketing company that allegedly solicited New Jersey residents ...

10. More families react: Christie's proposal to close N.J.'s developmental centers
(Opinion/Commentary)

BY SALVATORE PIZZURO COMMENTARY In recent weeks, I have been inundated with telephone calls and email messages from the families of residents of New Jersey’s developmental center. These disillusioned ...

11. State Clean Air Council to hold annual public hearing Wednesday
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... of air pollution. Residents are invited to participate in the hearing. Information about Wednesday’s public hearing and questions being posed by the council are available at http://www.state.nj.us/dep/cleanair/hearings/pdf/bro12.pdf ...

12. N.J. wildfire has burned over 600 acres of Pinelands in Burlington County
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... and to ensure that area residents are protected,’’ stated Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin after touring the fire area. “With current dry conditions and low humidity creating a high danger ...

13. Wait, Whitney Houston's funeral cost N.J. how much!?
(N.J./State)

... private funeral ceremony is leaving residents with a $9,000 overtime bill from costs relating to the funeral including traffic flow and safety along and on town roads, the newspaper reports. Houston, ...

14. American Express pulls gift cards off N.J. shelves in law protest
(Money/Economy)

... finance, check out NJNR's Credit Center . According to an Associated Press report in the Washington Post, the only way for New Jersey residents to buy American Express gift cards is directly from the ...

15. Jersey Shore Restaurant Week starts April 12: Let the feasting begin!
(Life/Style)

... place in April and November to highlight the Jersey Shore region as a primary culinary destination for residents and tourists to enjoy during the off-season. Participating restaurants offer specially priced ...

16. W Hoboken to host ‘The Perfect Day’ wedding showcase
(Life/Style)

Offering a glimpse at the fairytale wedding of your dreams WHAT: W Hoboken, the luxurious waterfront landmark on the Hudson River, invites guests and local residents to plan the wedding of their dreams ...

17. Taxing the incomes of N.J.'s working-poor families makes no sense
(Opinion/Commentary)

... tax increases to help finance tax cuts for businesses and wealthy families." Even as it has raised taxes on these working families, New Jersey has cut taxes on the state's wealthiest residents, allowing ...

18. State Forest Fire Service issues statewide fire danger alert and campfire restrictions
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... residents of New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania to the potential for wildfires. Stage one campfire restrictions are in effect for all three regions of the state, meaning fires directly on the ground ...

19. State Farm to sponsor NJDOT highway safety patrols
(N.J./State)

... projects that will benefit New Jersey residents.” SSP drivers patrol 225 miles of interstate and state highways throughout New Jersey, assist motorists whose vehicles have become disabled, and provide ...

20. State sets April 30 deadline to apply for low-income heating assistance
(N.J./State)

... apply if they haven’t done so already.” Residents are asked to file an application with any of the local agencies participating in the LIHEAP program. To be eligible for LIHEAP benefits, households ...