The Union County Democratic Committee will convene in a meeting Jan. 21 to select someone as replacement for former Assemblyman Joseph Cryan in the Legislature. On Jan. 4, when he became Union County sheriff, Cryan vacated one of two Assembly…
Eight New Planets Found in “Goldilocks” Zone
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Astronomers announced that they have found eight new planets in the “Goldilocks” zone of their stars, orbiting at a distance where liquid water can exist on the planet’s surface. This doubles the number of small planets (less than twice the…
Countdown to Zero will open in the Akeley Gallery on January 13
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The challenges of eliminating devastating diseases are enormous, but successful strategies can bring about colossal social and economic benefits. Countdown to Zero, a new exhibition about scientific and social innovations that are ridding the world of ancient afflictions, will open…
Internal Revenue Service won’t regulate dark money before the 2016 elections
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New IRS Rules on Dark Money Likely Won’t Be Ready Before 2016 Election by Theodoric Meyer | ProPublica The Internal Revenue Service says it won’t come out with new proposed rules for so-called dark money groups until late spring at…
Christopher Vambo acknowledges that the brutal 1992 murders of 5 American Nuns might have happened under his command
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by T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, and Jonathan Jones GARDNERSVILLE, Liberia — More than 20 years ago, a terrible crime bloodied this suburb of cinderblock homes, dirt-floor stores and lush green bush grass. Five American nuns were killed when a vicious battle…
Rep. Alan Grayson explains how to get results
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Congress passed 296 bills during the past two year. There are 435 Congresspeeps. Do the math. Yes, that’s correct. During those two years, many, many Members of the House drew $348,000 in salary, plus free rhinoplasty (just kidding) and passed…
Make Your “Someday” Today: New Jersey YMCAs Come Together to Bring Resolutions to Reality
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UNION COUNTY, NJ – It seems nearly everyone has a “New Year’s resolution,” but statistics indicate that less than a quarter of these resolutions are kept. Creating personal change takes effort, and support. To encourage individuals and families to make…
Boost business by raising minimum wage
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by Chris Sommers As a restaurant owner operating in four states and looking to expand, I’m happy to see the minimum wage going up in 21 states to kick off the new year. I’d like to see the federal minimum…
Start Your New Year’s Resolution Early at the Cardio Challenge
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RAHWAY, NJ – There is no time like the present to begin your New Year’s Resolution. At The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch, December 29th marks the first ever Cardio Challenge, a chance for members of the public, friends…