STATE – After Gov. Chris Christie stalled the project over cost concerns, a local lawmaker is suggesting a $2 surcharge on commuter fares to raise funds for a new underground rail tunnel that would traverse the Hudson River.
Carteret Participates In DEA Prescription Drug “Take-Back” Campaign
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CARTERET – As part of the federal Drug Enforcement Administration’s prescription drug “Take-Back” campaign, the Carteret Police Department will be collecting potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
Linden Police To Participate In Operation Take Back
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LINDEN — Studies have shown that a growing number of teenagers scour their parents’ medicine cabinets for drugs to either ingest themselves or sell on the streets for cash.
Case Against City Judge Can Proceed
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ELIZABETH — A woman employed as a municipal court clerk is going to be allowed to pursue legal action because she was allegedly subjected to harassment by a judge appointed by Mayor J. Christian Bollwage.
Assembly Education Committee Approves Bill Requiring New Schools To Have Solar Panels
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TRENTON – The Assembly Education Committee on Thursday approved a bill that would require the design and construction of all new school facilities to incorporate the use of solar panels.
Washington Releases $3.9 Million In Emergency Funding To New Jersey For Energy Assistance
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the release of $3,918,262 in emergency contingency funding to help eligible low-income homeowners and renters meet their home energy needs in New Jersey.
Garden Club Plans Annual Tea
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PERTH AMBOY — The Perth Amboy Royal Garden Club By The Bay has announced plans for the club’s annual tea, “Through The Garden Gate, An Afternoon Tea.” The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 9, at St. Peter’s Parish House, 183 Rector Street, from 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $25 each.
Hub Kings Return To Headquarters
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NEW BRUNSWICK — The Hub Kings are scheduled to return to their New Brunswick homebase in October.
Temple Releases October Events Calendar
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EDISON – Temple Emanu-El, 100 James Street, Edison, has announced a series of events for October. All events take place at Temple Emanu-El unless otherwise noted.