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Puerto Rico Faces Island-Wide Blackout: A Stark Reminder of Power Grid Challenges

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San Juan Pr, as Puerto Rico rang in the New Year, millions of residents faced an island-wide blackout early on New Year’s Eve, plunging communities into darkness and highlighting the ongoing struggles with the territory’s aging and fragile power grid. By the following day, efforts to restore electricity were underway, leaving less than 5% of customers without power, yet underscoring the resilience needed to navigate these frequent disruptions.

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Over 300,000 New Jerseyans Spend Christmas Alone

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  • 1-in-5 New Jerseyans face a lonely Christmas. 
  • Christmas Day ranked as the worst to spend alone, followed by personal birthdays.
  • Interactive map showing festive loneliness in each state.

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Loneliness is more than a silent battle for millions of Americans; it’s a public health concern with serious mental and physical side effects. During the holidays, this issue is magnified. The festive season, a time synonymous with togetherness, can be isolating for those who find themselves alone, making the cheer a reminder of solitude.

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All NJMVC Facilities Will Be Closed on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day

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Lodi NJ,  New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) customers are advised that all NJMVC facilities will be closed Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, and Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, in observance of the New Year’s holiday.

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