Cherry Hill hazmat response contained at Keystone on Hollywood Avenue
Cherry Hill Township NJ — Crews responded just after midnight Tuesday to a contained hazmat situation at Keystone Research & Pharmaceutical on Hollywood Avenue.
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Newark wins dismissal in DOJ sanctuary suit, but case can return
A federal judge tossed out the Justice Department’s challenge to Newark’s sanctuary policy without prejudice, leaving the dispute open.
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DOJ, EPA announce proposed $450 million Chemours PFAS settlement
DOJ and EPA announced a proposed Chemours PFAS settlement, with public comments open through July 29, 2026.
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Springsteen Center opening gives West Long Branch a new campus draw
West Long Branch NJ — The Bruce Springsteen Center opened June 13 with timed tickets, summer hours through July 4, and on-site visitor rules.
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Hunterdon County bridge money could shape future repairs for Flemington-area drivers
Hunterdon County was awarded nearly $1.8 million for four NJDOT Local Bridge Fund bridge replacements in Readington and Amwell—what to watch next.
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Route 55/Deptford Center Road study: Gloucester County seeks input—Sewell drivers track next steps
Sewell drivers use Route 55: Gloucester County and NJDOT are evaluating changes at Route 55 Interchange 58 near Deptford Center Road to cut congestion and improve safety.
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Freehold Borough adopts amended redevelopment plan for 500 Park Avenue
Freehold Borough finalized Ordinance #2026/12 on June 15, adopting an amended 500 Park Avenue redevelopment plan tied to inclusionary housing—here’s what it changes.
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Sewell-area taxpayers face Mantua’s 2026 municipal budget increase
Sewell, NJ – Mantua’s adopted 2026 municipal budget raises the reported municipal tax share for an average assessed home, with a liquor-license bid next.
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Jersey City’s proposed 20% Q3 tax-rate hike heads to council
Jersey City, NJ — A proposed 20% Q3 tax-rate increase goes to council June 24 as officials say a $255 million budget gap remains unresolved.
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Jersey City’s proposed 20% tax-rate hike heads to council amid $255M deficit
Jersey City, NJ – The city is seeking council approval for a 20% tax-rate increase as it says a $255 million deficit could affect the Q3 tax bill.
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Freehold Borough adopts amended 500 Park Avenue plan for 168 units
Freehold NJ – Borough leaders adopted an amended 500 Park Avenue redevelopment plan June 15, updating a 168-unit housing concept and parking rules.
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Las Vegas-area officials confirm first West Nile case of 2026
Southern Nevada Health District confirmed Clark County’s first West Nile case of 2026, said the patient has recovered, and urged mosquito precautions.
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Freehold Public Library reopens on reduced hours after April 30 shooting
Freehold NJ – The Freehold Public Library has reopened, but its June 8 temporary schedule keeps weekday hours reduced and closes the building on June 19.
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Red Bank Super Foodtown closes after 50 years, and Broad Street watch begins
Red Bank NJ – Super Foodtown closed on Broad Street after about 50 years, and a reported Atlantic Club move plan now hangs over the site.
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Newark rolls out free summer programming ahead of May 29 pool opening
Newark is launching free summer programming in all five wards, with pools set to open May 29 and Memorial Day trash changes for Zone A residents.
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Newark council approves 20-year tax break for West Ward project on Stuyvesant
Newark approved a 20-year PILOT for a four-story mixed-use project at 247-249 Stuyvesant Avenue, a West Ward tax deal with local impact.
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Newark votes today for mayor and council in election that will shape city policy
Newark voters head to the polls today for mayor, council seats and ward races that could affect city budgets, housing, transit and services.
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Succasunna gas watch: Route 10 station lists regular at $4.359, diesel $5.359
Succasunna NJ Gas & Diesel Watch – A Route 10 7-Eleven lists regular at $4.359 and diesel at $5.359, both below AAA’s latest New Jersey and U.S. averages.
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Ridgefield gas and diesel watch: Turnpike diesel nears $6 as regular gas stays elevated
Ridgefield NJ Gas & Diesel Watch: Turnpike regular gas is $4.639 and diesel is $5.999, while AAA’s Bergen-Passaic average shows gas climbing and diesel easing.
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Newark’s 430 Market Street apartment project hit with state stop-work orders
State labor officials stopped work at a downtown Newark apartment project after citing wage theft and labor-law violations tied to two contractors.
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Jersey City’s next Journal Square housing fight is back on the Planning Board
Jersey City NJ – A Journal Square 2060 amendment is back before planners, with affordable housing, bonus floor area, and PATH-area redevelopment still in play.
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Jersey City opens public comment on its 2026 federal housing and services spending plan
Jersey City NJ – The city has opened a 30-day comment period on its 2026 HUD spending plan, giving residents and nonprofits a chance to weigh in before May 25.