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Municipalities like the Borough of Paramus, Are Considering Complete Bans on New Commercial Data Centers

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AI Boom vs. Local Resistance: Data Centers Bring Wealth

  • Statewide Action: Governor Mikie Sherrill introduced a holistic statewide framework to manage energy, water, and local community impacts caused by large data center developments.

  • Local Backlash: Municipalities like the Borough of Paramus, NJ, are considering complete bans on new commercial data centers.

  • Economic Upside vs. Public Concern: While data centers drive job growth, higher property values, and tax revenue, local communities worry about noise pollution, utility rate hikes, and environmental costs.

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The AI Expansion Hits a Wall in New Jersey

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Hollywood Shocker: Paramount Threatens October Exit from California Amid $110B Merger Feud

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Hollywood Exodus? Paramount Threatens October Exit from California and NYC Amid $110B Merger Showdown

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. / NEW YORK, N.Y. — In a dramatic escalation of its multi-billion-dollar legal battle, Paramount is evaluating plans to pull its corporate and production operations out of California as early as October. The media conglomerate is also mulling moving CBS News away from its historic base in New York City.

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The Sweet Life Leaves NJ: Candy Giant Mars Wrigley Abandons Newark HQ in Latest Corporate Exodus

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The Sour Truth: Mars Wrigley Abandons Newark HQ as New Jersey’s Corporate Exodus Spikes

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Newark NJ, The corporate landscape in New Jersey just lost a massive piece of its sweetness. Mars Wrigley, the global confectionery powerhouse behind iconic brands like M&M’s, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, and Skittles, has officially announced it is leaving its Newark headquarters. The candy titan filed a formal WARN notice indicating it will eliminate 307 local jobs by mid-October, shifting operations following a massive $100 million expansion of its Chicago headquarters.

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Texas Accuses LinkedIn of Profiting Off Fake ‘Ghost Jobs’ Targeting Premium Users

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Are Those Premium LinkedIn Jobs Real? Texas Launches Major Investigation Into Platform’s ‘Ghost Jobs’

Is your LinkedIn Premium subscription paying for access to real careers, or are you chasing ghosts?

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Ridgewood NJ, A major legal storm is brewing for the world’s largest professional networking platform. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has officially launched an investigation into LinkedIn over allegations that the company has been promoting and profiting from “ghost jobs”—fake or misleading listings for roles that do not actually exist or have no immediate intention of being filled.

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Banning the Grid Strain: Why The Town of Paramus Wants to Outlaw Data Centers Entirely

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Tech vs. Environment: Paramus Proposes Historic Ordinance to Ban Data Centers

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The Borough of Paramus, New Jersey, is taking a aggressive stand against the expansion of Big Tech. The Paramus Environmental Commission, alongside Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and the Borough Council, is officially reviewing a draft ordinance that would completely ban new commercial data centers from opening within the municipality.

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The “Luddite” Resistance: Tensions over a rumored Andover Township data center reached a violent boiling point

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Chaos in Andover: Police Tackle Protester at Heated NJ Data Center Meeting

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Andover Township NJ, Tensions over a rumored Andover Township data center reached a violent boiling point on May 7, as police officers forcibly tackled and removed a local speaker during a public forum. The incident, captured on viral social media footage, has sparked a firestorm of debate over free speech, government transparency, and “pay-to-play” allegations in Sussex County.

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NJ Comeback Story: How Passaic Went from “Most Miserable” to a Top 10 US City

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The City of Passaic Turnaround: Mayor Lora’s Strategy for Economic Revival and $1,200 Rents

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PASSAIC, NJ — In a transformation that is making headlines across the country, the City of Passaic has officially shed its “miserable” label to become one of the nation’s most desirable places to live. Just seven years after Business Insider ranked it the fourth-most-miserable city in America, U.S. News & World Report has placed Passaic at #10 on its 2025-26 list of the 20 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

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Why Employers Are Starting to Value “Multi-Skilled” Graduates

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In South Carolina, many employers are hiring, yet a common concern keeps coming up in hiring conversations. Graduates often walk in with solid academic knowledge, but struggle when the role asks for more than one type of skill. A logistics company may need someone who understands operations and can communicate with clients. A healthcare office may expect staff to handle both data and people. This gap creates frustration on both sides. Employers spend more time training, while graduates feel unprepared for real work. As industries across the state continue to grow, companies are starting to look for candidates who can move across tasks with ease and think beyond a single area of expertise.

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New Jersey’s Bid to Remain the ‘Medicine Chest of the World’

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Creating a pipeline for high-quality, high-paying jobs in the biopharmaceutical sector

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TRENTON, NJ – As global competition for life sciences heats up, New Jersey is making a play to bring high-tech manufacturing and research back to American soil. The HealthCare Institute of New Jersey (HINJ) has officially thrown its support behind Governor Mikie Sherrill’s newly released Economic Development and Innovation Report, calling it a “critical and long-overdue” roadmap for the state’s future.

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After 8 years of Phil Murphy New Jersey Ranked Among Worst States to Start a Business in 2026

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NJ Chamber of Commerce are calling for a “bold, pro-growth reform” that includes reducing red tape and incentivizing emerging industries like AI and clean energy

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Trenton NJ, For nearly a decade, New Jersey has prided itself on a highly educated workforce and a prime location between New York and Philly. But according to a bombshell study released this week, those perks may no longer be enough to offset the skyrocketing costs of doing business.

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iGaming is Supporting Small Businesses Across New Jersey, Here’s How

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The conversation around iGaming in New Jersey often centers on regulation, platforms, and player demand. That view misses a wider and more practical story. A mature digital gaming ecosystem sets off a chain of local activity that reaches well beyond screens and servers. Restaurants, independent contractors, and neighborhood service firms all feel the effects when a regulated online sector operates at scale and with consistency.

This impact does not arrive in dramatic spikes. It shows up through steady demand, repeat commercial relationships, and a growing need for local expertise. For business owners who already understand how regulated iGaming works, the real value lies in these secondary effects that support everyday commerce.

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State Senator Jon Bramnick Slams Murphy’s Independent Contractor Rule Change: “A Job-Killer for New Jersey”

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TRENTON, NJ — Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) has publicly voiced strong opposition to the Murphy administration’s proposed Department of Labor (DOL) rule change on independent contractors, warning it could have devastating economic consequences for workers, families, and small businesses across New Jersey.

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Proposed NY Citi Field Casino Project Progresses

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After some political twists and turns and some setbacks, optimism continues to rise about the controversial Citi Field Casino ultimately moving to green light status. The reason for the sudden optimism comes when the New York legislature narrowed the projects down to three licenses. Despite state senator Sigal opposing the Queens project or building any casino in New York City, he has recently changed his tune to the Citi Field Casino due to the backing of Mets owner Steve Cohen.

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Another Blow to Business? NJ’s New Contractor Rule Sparks Backlash

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Trenton, NJ — The Murphy administration is under fire yet again — this time over a controversial Department of Labor proposal that critics say could deal a devastating blow to New Jersey’s gig economy, small businesses, and worker flexibility.

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Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips Increased Tax Credit for Angel Investors in N.J. Tech Goes to Governor

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Trenton NJ, Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips (40-R) is close to successfully increasing the angel investor tax credit once again after doubling it in 2019. His bill incentivizing financial support for technology startups passed both the full Assembly and Senate on Monday, sending it to the governor’s desk for a signature.

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