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The ‘Jersey Exit’ Continues: Another Iconic Brand Flees for Better Incentives

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The ‘Joe Tea’ Exit: Why Another Iconic Jersey Brand is Swapping Montclair for Pennsylvania

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey just lost a little more of its flavor. Joe Tea, the homegrown brand that started on the streets of Hoboken and the boardwalks of the Jersey Shore, is officially packing up its headquarters.

The company—famous for its “Two Little Guys” logo and global distribution—is moving its base of operations from Montclair, NJ, to Bensalem, PA. This departure isn’t just a change of scenery; it’s a calculated financial move fueled by massive incentives from the Keystone State.

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The ANCHOR Program On The Chopping Block

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Is Your Property Tax Relief Vanishing? New Stay NJ Cuts for 2026 Explained

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey homeowners are facing a major shift in property tax relief. As Governor Mikie Sherrill tackles a looming $1.7 billion structural deficit, the Stay NJ program—once promised as a massive windfall for seniors—is undergoing a significant “trimming.”

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Will Your Groceries Cost More? Why NJ is Taxing Big Retailers for Employee Healthcare

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Corporate Responsibility or Tax Trap? Gov. Sherrill’s Plan to Fine Companies for Workers on Medicaid

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TRENTON, NJ — Governor Mikie Sherrill is taking aim at retail giants and big-box corporations in her first major budget move as New Jersey’s leader. In a $60.7 billion budget proposal unveiled this week, the Governor introduced a plan that would fine large companies whose employees rely on taxpayer-funded Medicaid for health insurance.

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NJ Budget Battle: Why Republicans Say Gov. Sherrill’s New Spending Plan Fails Seniors

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NJ Budget : GOP Slams Governor Sherrill’s $60.7B Plan as “More of the Same”

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Trenton NJ, the honeymoon phase for New Jersey’s new administration may be over before it truly began. On Tuesday, Governor Mikie Sherrill unveiled her inaugural state spending plan—a record-breaking $60.7 billion budget for fiscal year 2027. While Sherrill framed the proposal as a path toward affordability, Republican leaders were quick to pull the alarm, labeling the plan a “tax-and-spend” continuation of the previous eight years.

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Ethics Complaint Filed Against NJ Governor Over “Report ICE” Portal

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Ethics Complaint Filed Against Gov. Sherrill Over Controversial “Report ICE” Portal

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Trenton NJ, A significant legal and political firestorm is brewing in New Jersey. Governor Mikie Sherrill is facing a formal ethics complaint, with critics alleging that her administration’s initiative to track federal immigration enforcement agents crosses the line from political posturing into potential obstruction of justice.

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Undue Influence: Lobbyist footed Phil Murphy’s staff travel bill abroad

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The Travel Controversy: Public vs. Private Funding

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Trenton NJ, the core of the recent debate centers on travel. During Phil Murphy’s two terms as governor, Choose New Jersey sponsored 11 international economic development trips. While the non-profit footed the bill for the governor’s expenses, New Jersey taxpayers were responsible for the costs associated with his entourage, including security teams and staff.

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The DCF Bribery Scandal: How a Trenton IT Worker Allegedly Leaked Sensitive Case Data

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Bribes for Secrets: Former DCF Worker Indicted in Confidential Data Leak Scandal

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Trenton NJ,  The sanctity of child protective services has been shaken following a major indictment in Trenton. A former Department of Children and Families (DCF) employee is facing serious prison time after allegedly selling confidential case files for cold hard cash

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New Study Ranks New Jersey Property Taxes Dead Last for Affordability in 2026

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The Cost of Garden State Living: New Jersey Ranks 5th Highest for Tax Burden in 2026

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Trenton NJ, As Tax Day approaches, New Jersey residents are facing a familiar, albeit painful, reality. According to the WalletHub 2026 Taxpayer Survey, the Garden State has officially maintained its reputation as one of the most expensive places to live in America, ranking 47th overall for effective state and local tax rates.

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Sherrill’s Budget Bombshell: How NJ Plans to Fix a $3B Deficit Without Raising Taxes

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New Jersey’s Budget Crisis: Gov. Mikie Sherrill Vows “No Tax Hikes” Despite Looming $3 Billion Gap

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey is at a fiscal crossroads. In a high-stakes press conference, Governor Mikie Sherrill officially sounded the alarm on a massive $3 billion structural deficit threatening the state’s financial stability.

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DOJ Files Lawsuit Against New Jersey: The Fight Over Sanctuary Executive Orders

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The Feds vs. New Jersey: DOJ Sues Governor Sherrill Over Controversial ‘Sanctuary’ Order

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Trenton NJ, The battle over border security has shifted from the Rio Grande to the Garden State. In a major legal escalation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially filed a lawsuit against the State of New Jersey and Governor Mikie Sherrill.

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New Jersey’s New “F-ICE” Act: Bold Political Statement or a New Low for the Garden State?

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New Jersey Democrats Spark Controversy with Profane New Anti-ICE Legislation

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Trenton NJ, The New York Times might call it “trademark in-your-face attitude,” but for many New Jersey residents, a new piece of legislation has crossed the line from political theater into outright vulgarity.

In a move that mirrors the aggressive progressive shifts seen in states like Minnesota, New Jersey Democrats have introduced a bill aimed squarely at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). However, it isn’t just the content of the law making waves—it’s the name.

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NJ Housing Crisis: Gov. Sherrill’s New Blueprint Double Down on Failure 

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The Mount Laurel Doctrine 2.0: What Gov. Sherrill’s Housing Report Means for Your Town

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — New Jersey is at a housing crossroads, and Governor Sherrill’s administration is moving fast. Following the release of a landmark transition team report, the state has a new roadmap to tackle record-high housing costs through bold zoning reforms and the “Mount Laurel” fair housing framework.

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NJ Under Lockdown: Mandatory Travel Restriction Issued for Massive Winter Blizzard

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New Jersey Blizzard: Mandatory Travel Restrictions and Office Closures Issued

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey State Police and the Office of Emergency Management (NJ OEM) have officially declared a mandatory travel restriction as a severe winter storm barrels through the state. With heavy snowfall, dangerous blizzard conditions, and high-velocity winds forecasted, officials are taking decisive action to ensure public safety. Whether you are a commuter or a local resident, here is everything you need to know about the current restrictions and closures.

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From Polling to ‘Cabaret’: Meet the Rutgers Expert Known as New Jersey’s ‘Singing Pollster’

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A classically trained soprano, Koning’s journey to the spotlight didn’t start with exit polls

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — New Jersey residents are used to seeing Ashley Koning on their television screens, analytically breaking down the latest election data. As the Director of the Eagleton (left of)Center for Public Interest Polling at Rutgers University, she is the authoritative voice on the state’s deeply divided electorate.

But this month, Koning is trading the data charts for sheet music. Known now as the “Singing Pollster,” she is set to take center stage at the 19th annual Morristown ONSTAGE talent show, proving that politics and performance are more connected than we think.

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New Jersey Under State of Emergency: Massive Blizzard to Bring Up to 24 Inches of Snow

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Snow is expected to begin Sunday afternoon (02/22) and persist through Monday evening (02/23). The heaviest bands are forecast for Sunday night

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TRENTON, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill has declared a State of Emergency for all 21 New Jersey counties as a powerful winter storm—unofficially named Winter Storm Hernando—prepares to slam the region. Starting Sunday, February 22, 2026, residents should prepare for dangerous blizzard conditions, heavy snowfall, and widespread travel disruptions.

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