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1. State delays $20.7 million in aid to 421 N.J. cities, towns
(N.J./State)

... been reduced twice within the last twelve months – first, in January, when state revenue projections were not met, and second, in July, when the state's current budget imposed further cuts.'' Dressel ...

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

... the central elements of this reform agenda are more vital today than they were when first proposed more than a decade ago, particularly with regard to the need for restrictions on the awarding and cashing-in ...

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

... reforms. The new legislation proposed by the House committee would permit the so-called "lone wolf" provision to expire. It would also restrict the use of National Security Letters (NSLs). According ...

4. The Jersey Devil makes an appearance in Asbury Park
(Entertainment/Movies)

... In 1735, Mother Leeds was in labor on a stormy night. Gathered around her were her friends. Mother Leeds was supposedly a witch and the child's father was the Devil himself. The child was born normal, ...

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

... talk. Freshman Sean McCarthy is one the reasons Engles thinks things are looking up. The 6-10 freshman was not supposed to play this year, he had been earmarked to redshirt. Then NJIT's frontcourt fell ...

6. Assembly working to end raids on New Jersey’s unemployment, disability and family leave funds
(N.J./State)

From 1992 to 2007, 19 laws diverted $5.359 billion from state funds dedicated to benefits New Jersey workers. On Monday, the Assembly Labor Committee approved a proposed constitutional amendment designed ...

7. Blockbuster ‘2012’ is the latest end of the world thriller
(Entertainment/Movies)

... make people scared. I try to do that." 2012 is co-written by Austrian-born Harald Kloser, who also composed some of the soundtrack music. The international cast includes Danny Glover as the troubled ...

8. China, U.S. begin unofficial climate change negotiations ahead of Copenhagen
(World/International)

... for the accumulated emissions in the atmosphere, should take the initiative to negotiate and implement a deal. Chinese officials have proposed that developed nations contribute one percent of gross domestic ...

9. Bills to bar unemployment fund raids, require quick notice on school toxins top New Jersey Assembly agendas
(N.J./State)

... benefits for the families of fallen police and firefighters and require prompt parental notification of contaminated soil found on school property top the Assembly's Monday committee agendas. The proposed ...

10. World has reached ‘dead end’ on Iran’s nuclear program
(World/International)

... used to make a nuclear weapon. "In my view the proposed agreement presents a unique opportunity after many years of animosity and hostility to address a humanitarian need and create a space for negotiation. ...

11. Siamese crocodiles clawing way back from brink of extinction
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... who heads the crocodile program at Fauna & Flora International, a conservation organization. Describing the test results as "really encouraging," Starr says a proposed breeding and release program ...

12. Students with Asperger Syndrome included at Rutgers
(Health/Healthquest)

... of Mental Disorders, due out in 2012, have proposed eliminating the Asperger syndrome label. The reason: they say these diagnoses are too vague. Instead, many experts prefer folding the diagnoses into ...

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

... time immemorial. Nancy was at another table with her "other" family. The stuffing there is crispy, and with chestnuts. No sweet potato casserole. So we supposedly learn to expect — and accept — the changes. ...

14. 3 Mo' Divas provide an extraordinary evening at Crossroads
(Entertainment/Movies)

... from the keyboard, has joined them for bows. One small problem: You will not find any of the above bios in the one-page (folded) program, nor information on who composed any of the songs. That, apparently, ...

15. Sweeney's first act as N.J. Senate President-elect angers same-sex proponents within own party
(Opinion/Commentary)

BY CARL GOLDEN NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM COMMENTARY As difficult as some may find it, you have to feel just a little bit sorry for Senate President-elect Steve Sweeney. In what was supposed to be ...

16. Lou Dobbs looking like a candidate for U.S. Senate
(N.J./State)

... known for his views on illegal immigrants — specifically his advocacy for more stringent border control. This is not the first time Dobbs has flirted with a place in New Jersey politics. He was supposedly ...

17. As N.J. budget shortfall grows, local, school aid at risk
(N.J./State)

... been reduced twice within the last twelve months – first, in January, when state revenue projections were not met, and second, in July, when the state's current budget imposed further cuts. He added, ...

18. Poll: New Jerseyans turning against legalizing gay marriage
(N.J./State)

... closer to a legislative vote, it loses narrowly with the public." The poll found same-sex marriage is supported 60 to 34 percent among Democrats, and 49 to 45 percent among Independents, but is opposed ...

19. A Thanksgiving grace for sexuality education
(Life/Style)

... who answer their young children's questions without flinching. Questions such as "how are babies made?"—which are often posed without warning in strange locations, like the back seat of the car; For ...

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

... of democracy. One is election and the other is press freedom," she said. "If you have problems with these two, and you're supposed to be in a democratic society, then I think there is a very big problem. ...